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Pirates Secure Series Win Over Reds Despite Record-Tying Scoring Drought

Andrew Heaney's strong start and a dominant bullpen led Pittsburgh to a 3-1 victory, clinching their first series win since April.

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Overview

  • Andrew Heaney earned his first win in nearly a month, allowing one run over five innings with four strikeouts against the Reds.
  • The Pirates' bullpen combined for four shutout innings, with Dennis Santana securing his fifth save of the season.
  • Henry Davis contributed two hits, including an RBI single, and made key defensive plays to thwart Cincinnati's scoring chances.
  • Pittsburgh tied a Major League record by winning their 26th consecutive game without scoring at least five runs.
  • Cincinnati's offensive struggles continued, managing just four hits and failing to generate a late-game comeback opportunity.