A Strong Start for the Pirates
What a game, Pirates fans!
We came out swinging against the Dodgers, showing off our skills from the very start. In the top of the first inning, our leadoff hitter, Oneil Cruz, wasted no time, working a walk and then stealing second base. It was Enmanuel Valdez's single to right field that brought Cruz home and got us on the board 1-0. That early score against the powerhouse Dodgers set the tone for the rest of the match. Pirates' Defense Shuts Down the Dodgers
Our defense was impeccable throughout the game. The Dodgers lineup, including stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts, couldn't find a way past our solid pitching and sharp fielding. Freddie Freeman did get a double early on, but our infield quickly silenced the threat. Stellar performances on the mound and the field kept the Dodgers scoreless inning after inning.
Adding to the Lead
In the top of the 5th, we extended our lead. After Henry Davis reached second on a throwing error, Cruz followed up with a clutch single, scoring Davis. Later, with Ke'Bryan Hayes's single, Cruz made it home again, making the score 3-0. The combined effort of our hitters and smart base running kept the pressure on the Dodgers.Closing It Out
As we moved into the later innings, the Pirates maintained control. In the bottom of the 9th, closer David Bednar came in to seal the deal. Even with a batter reaching base on a walk, Bednar stayed composed and struck out the final two batters. His performance ensured we left LA with a sweet victory, shutting the Dodgers out 3-0.Great teamwork, Pirates! This game was a testament to our grit and determination. Let's keep this momentum going!
Scoreboard for Pirates @ Dodgers (April 26th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1 |