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Much-Needed Start From Mitch Keller Leads Pirates to Rubber Match Win Over Rays
TL;DR
Mitch Keller led the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in a crucial rubber match. Keller's strong performance was essential following a tough 13-inning loss the previous day.
Key points
- Mitch Keller pitched effectively for the Pirates.
- The Pirates won the rubber match against the Rays.
- The final score was 6-3 in favor of the Pirates.
- The game followed a 13-inning loss for the Pirates.
- The match took place at PNC Park.
Pittsburgh PiratesTampa Bay RaysMitch Keller
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PITTSBURGH â After a 13 inning marathon loss on Saturday, the Pittsburgh Pirates needed Mitch Keller to provide some length in Sundayâs start against the Tampa Bay Rays.
The veteran right-hander provided that and more in their 6-3 rubber match win at PNC Park on Sunday afternoon.
Scoring Plays
Bottom 1st, 1-0 PIT: Jake Mangum doubled off Shane McClanahan (1-2) to start inning and moved to third on a Nick Gonzales single to right field. Bryan Reynolds plated Mangum after bouncing into a fielderâs choice.
Top 5th, 2-1 TB: The Rays (12-9) put together a two-out rally to take the lead against Mitch Keller (2-1). Hunter Feduccia singled home a pair of runs with a base hit to right.
Bottom 5th, 4-2 PIT: The Pirates (13-9) struck for three runs and knocked McClanahan out of the game. Gonzales plated a run with a base hit and Reynolds brought home two more with a single through the left side of a drawn-in infield.
Bottom 6th, 5-2 PIT: Spencer Horwitz pinch-hit for Billy Cook and belted a solo home run to right field off Rays reliever .
Q&A
What was the final score of the Pirates vs. Rays game?
The Pittsburgh Pirates won the game against the Tampa Bay Rays with a final score of 6-3.
Who was the starting pitcher for the Pirates against the Rays?
Mitch Keller was the starting pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates in their game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
How did the Pirates perform after their previous game against the Rays?
The Pirates bounced back from a 13-inning loss to secure a win against the Rays in the rubber match.
Where did the Pirates play their game against the Rays?
The game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Tampa Bay Rays was played at PNC Park.