First Impressions
Well, fellow Pirates fans, what a rollercoaster of a game we just witnessed!
The Pirates took on the White Sox at PNC Park, and while we showed some promising moments, especially early in the game, the night ultimately belonged to the visitors. Let’s dive into the highlights!Strong Start by the Buccos
Our boys took an early lead in the bottom of the 4th inning with some solid hitting. Bryan Reynolds and Nick Gonzales got us going with back-to-back singles. Then, Oneil Cruz struck out looking, but Ke'Bryan Hayes came through with a clutch double to center, bringing home both Reynolds and Gonzales.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa added to the board by driving in Hayes, putting us up 3-0! We certainly started with some strong innings.Unraveling in the Middle
The White Sox began their comeback in the 5th inning, taking advantage of our miscues. Luis Robert Jr. was a thorn in our side, reaching on an error, stealing bases at will, and eventually coming around to score. In the 6th, our pitching came undone as the White Sox broke the tie and then some. They put up a relentless inning led by Mike Tauchman’s bases-clearing double. Those six runs changed the landscape of the game completely, making the score 8-4.
Endgame Struggles
By the 7th inning, the White Sox extended their lead to 10-4, capitalizing on their momentum. We had our fleeting opportunities but couldn't turn them to gold, especially with runners in scoring positions. Andrew McCutchen, a beloved Pirate, showcased some great at-bats, but it wasn't enough to ignite a comeback. Although Bryan Reynolds tried with a double in the 9th, it was just not our day at the plate. We couldn't close the gap as the final outs slipped away.Looking Ahead
It's always tough to take a loss like this, especially after such a promising start. But despite the outcome, we've got a talented roster and there's a lot of baseball left to be played. Let's focus on the positives and look forward to our next game. We've seen what this team can do, and we'll be back to fight another day! Let's raise the Jolly Roger next time!
Scoreboard for White Sox @ Pirates (July 19th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 0 |