An Exciting Win for the Pirates! 
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Pirates fans, what a game! We managed to edge out the Kansas City Royals with a thrilling 4-3 victory! It was a true team effort, and I'm so pumped to break this one down for you guys.Early Lead Thanks to Reynolds 
In the bottom of the 1st, we got off to a strong start. Isiah Kiner-Falefa singled to center and then Bryan Reynolds came through with a clutch double to left, bringing Kiner-Falefa home for the first run! That was an awesome way to set the tone. Royals Respond, But We Hold Strong 
The Royals managed to tie it up in the 2nd inning with a sacrifice fly from Gurriel. They even took a brief lead in the 4th with a double from Garcia. But our boys didn't back down. Oneil Cruz scored after a groundout from Nick Gonzales to tie it again at 2-2.5th Inning Fireworks 
The 5th inning was huge for us! Billy Cook singled to left and then Isiah Kiner-Falefa drove him in with a single. The bases got loaded, and Rowdy Tellez walked, bringing Kiner-Falefa home to make it 4-2. This inning showcased the heart of our lineup and the determination to win.Strong Bullpen Performance 
Our bullpen was lights out. Colin Holderman did give up a run in the 6th, but Robert Stephenson and David Bednar were solid, holding the Royals at bay. Bednar struck out Garcia and got Isbel and Pham to ground out in the 8th. Fantastic pitching when it mattered most!Closing Time with Chapman 
In the 9th inning, Keegan Chapman came in to close it out. He faced Bobby Witt Jr., Salvador Perez, and pinch-hitter Robbie Grossman, and he retired them all! What a nail-biting finish but he got the job done!Looking Ahead 
This win moves us forward with great momentum. Let's keep this energy up and continue to support our Buccos as they strive for more victories! Let's go Bucs! 
Pirates Win 4-3!
Scoreboard for Royals @ Pirates (September 15th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0 |