The Nationals scorch the Pirates with 5 home runs to push Bucs back under .500 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The Washington Nationals defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates using a five-home run barrage to push Pittsburgh's record below .500.
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📍 How it ended
The Nationals defeated the Pirates in a game featuring two home runs from Luis Garcia and a strong performance by Foster Griffin. Meanwhile, Andrew McCutchen signed a minor league contract with the Braves, and the Pirates' rotation struggles were magnified by a rocky start from Keller.
Epilogue added 18d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Luis Garcia contributed two home runs to the effort, while Foster Griffin played a significant role in the win. Coverage from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, The Washington Post, and CBS Sports emphasizes the Nationals' offensive surge and the Pirates' continuing struggles.
MLB.com specifically notes that a rocky start by Keller has magnified issues within the Pirates' rotation. Further developments include the movement of Andrew McCutchen, who has signed a minor league contract with the Braves, according to DK Pittsburgh Sports.
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Quick answers
How many home runs did the Nationals hit against the Pirates?
The Nationals hit five home runs during the game.
Which Nationals player hit two home runs?
Luis Garcia went yard twice in the victory.
What is the current status of Andrew McCutchen?
McCutchen has signed a minor league contract with the Braves.
Coverage (4)
- Andrew McCutchen signs minor league contract with Braves DK Pittsburgh Sports · 21d ago
- Keller's latest rocky start magnifies Pirates' rotation struggles MLB.com · 21d ago
- Nationals' Luis Garcia: Goes yard twice in Friday's win CBS Sports · 21d ago
- Foster Griffin comes up big again as Nationals defeat Pirates The Washington Post · 21d ago
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