Final4-1PIT wins
Key FactorBullpenScoreless relief
VenueGreat American Ball ParkCincinnati, OH
The Pittsburgh Pirates delivered a disciplined road performance on Saturday, using patient at-bats and a stingy bullpen to defeat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 at Great American Ball Park.
Pittsburgh's lineup worked deep counts and capitalized when they got pitches to hit, building an early lead that the bullpen protected through the late innings. The Reds struggled to mount any sustained rallies against a Pirates pitching staff that controlled the strike zone throughout the game. The win keeps Pittsburgh competitive in the NL Central chase.
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