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Pirates Rally Late for Dramatic 8-5 Victory
19 Sep
Summary
- Pirates scored six unanswered runs to secure an 8-5 comeback win.
- Konnor Griffin was the player of the game with four hits.
- Brandon Lowe hit his 32nd home run of 2026.
The Pittsburgh Pirates secured a thrilling 8-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday, September 18, overcoming an early deficit with a late-game surge. Pitcher Paul Skenes faced early struggles, giving up five runs in the first four innings. However, the Pirates' offense responded, scoring six consecutive runs to take the lead.
Key offensive contributions came from Brandon Lowe, who hit his 32nd home run of 2026, and Konnor Griffin, who was named player of the game for his four-hit performance, including two RBIs. The Pirates' dramatic seventh-inning rally, fueled by clutch hits, ultimately sealed the win.
This victory keeps the Pirates' postseason aspirations alive, although their elimination number remains low. The team continues its series against the Royals on Saturday, September 19, with a pitching matchup featuring Bubba Chandler for Pittsburgh.
