D-backs visit Pirates in matchup of low-win teams

The Pittsburgh Pirates and visiting Arizona Diamondbacks open a three-game series Monday embroiled in what appears to be a four-team race approaching the stretch run of the season.

Not for a division title or postseason berth, however.

The Pirates and Diamondbacks are in solid contention forthe worst record in the majors, along with the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers.

The outcome of the series at PNC Park could he