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Reds Extend Win Streak to Five as Pirates' Struggles Deepen

Cincinnati's resurgence is fueled by Will Benson's breakout, while Pittsburgh continues to falter under interim manager Don Kelly.

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Juan Soto and the Mets have struggled mightily in May.

Overview

  • The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-1, marking their fifth consecutive victory and improving to 4-0 against the Pirates this season.
  • Will Benson, called up on May 10, has been instrumental in the Reds' success, hitting .423 with five home runs and 11 RBIs in eight games since his promotion.
  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost 17 of their last 21 games and six of nine since Don Kelly took over as interim manager on May 8, following Derek Shelton's dismissal.
  • Nick Lodolo pitched six strong innings for the Reds, allowing one run while striking out seven, as Mitch Keller remained winless since his season debut on March 28.
  • Elsewhere in MLB, the Miami Marlins secured their sixth walk-off win of the season, and the Boston Red Sox bullpen delivered a combined shutout against the New York Mets.