Nicasio is expected to start Thursday against the Mets, Adam Rubin of ESPN New York reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran righty was initially penciled in as the Pirates' starter for Tuesday, but he was scratched in favor of the promising Jameson Taillon. However, Nicasio won't have to wait long to get back on the mound as he's set to start for the Pirates' series finale against the Mets.