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MLB Scores: Cubs Maul Pirates; Witt Jr.’s Streak Continues
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- MLB Scores: Cubs Maul Pirates; Witt Jr.’s Streak Continues
CHICAGO — Paul Skenes struggled in the fifth inning, surrendering three home runs as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3 on Thursday.
Cubs 8, Pirates 3
Skenes (3-3), who had previously shut out the Cubs and held a 2-0 lead, gave up solo home runs to Dansby Swanson, Kyle Tucker, and Seiya Suzuki in the fifth. He allowed three runs on five hits and walked four in five innings, striking out only two.
This marked the first time since his initial start of the season that Skenes failed to pitch at least six innings. In his six starts this season, he had allowed only one home run in 37 2/3 innings.This was also the first time in his career that he has surrendered more than two home runs in a single game.
cubs starter Colin Rea (2-0) held the Pirates to two runs on four hits in six innings.
Suzuki added a two-run home run off reliever Kyle Nicolas in the seventh, in addition to his earlier solo shot against Skenes. Bryan Reynolds homered in the first inning for Pittsburgh, finishing the game with two RBIs.
Around the League
Royals 8, Rays 2
- KC: Bobby Witt Jr. extended his hitting streak to 22 games with a home run, the longest current streak in MLB.
- TB: Shane Baz (3-1) took his first loss of the season, allowing seven runs in 5 2/3 innings.
Diamondbacks 4, Mets 2
- ARI: Zac Gallen (2-4) allowed one run on two hits with eight strikeouts in six innings, ending a three-game losing streak.
- NYM: Juan Soto hit his first two home runs in a Mets uniform.
Guardians 4, Twins 3 (10 innings)
- MIN: Édouard Julien singled in four at-bats.
- CLE: José ramírez, who drove in the winning run in the 10th, also stole a base to become the first player in Cleveland history with 250 home runs and 250 stolen bases.
White Sox 8, Brewers 0
- MIL: The Brewers managed only two hits against White Sox starter Sean burke (2-4).
- CHW: Miguel Rivas hit a three-run home run, Luis Robert Jr. drove in four runs, and the White sox snapped a three-game losing streak.
Reds 9, Cardinals 1
- STL: Brendan Donovan scored the Cardinals’ only run on an error by Elly De La Cruz.
- CIN: José Trevino opened the scoring with a two-run home run in the second inning,finishing with three RBIs.
Athletics 3, Rangers 1
- OAK: Jeffrey Springs (4-3) allowed only two hits in six innings.
- TEX: Tyler Mahle (3-1) allowed one run in six innings, but the Rangers suffered their fifth loss in six games.
Nationals 4, Phillies 2
- WAS: The nationals scored all their runs during a four-run rally in the sixth, aided by an error from Bryce Harper.
- PHI: Taijuan Walker (1-3) allowed four runs,only one earned,in 5 2/3 innings.Trea Turner had three singles.
- DET: N/A
- LAA: N/A
- COL: N/A
- SF: N/A
MLB Scores and Highlights: Cubs Win, Witt Jr. Extends Streak
This article provides a recap of recent MLB games,with a focus on the Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates game and updates from around the league.
What are the key highlights from the Cubs vs. Pirates game?
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-3.The key highlights include:
Paul Skenes’ struggles: Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes gave up three home runs in the fifth inning.
Cubs’ offensive performance: Dansby Swanson, Kyle Tucker, and Seiya Suzuki each hit a home run for the Cubs. Suzuki added another two-run home run later in the game.
Cubs’ pitching: Cubs starter colin Rea allowed two runs in six innings.
Bryan Reynolds’ performance: Bryan Reynolds hit a home run for the Pirates.
How did bobby Witt Jr. perform in the Royals game?
Bobby Witt Jr. extended his hitting streak to 22 games with a home run in the Royals’ 8-2 victory over the Tampa Bay rays. He currently holds the longest active hitting streak in MLB.
What were the scores and notable events from other MLB games?
here’s a fast rundown of other MLB games mentioned in the article:
Diamondbacks 4, Mets 2: Zac Gallen ended a three-game losing streak with a strong pitching performance. Juan Soto hit two home runs for the Mets.
guardians 4, Twins 3 (10 innings): José Ramírez drove in the winning run and stole a base to become the first Cleveland player with 250 HR and 250 stolen bases.
White Sox 8,Brewers 0: The White Sox snapped a three-game losing streak with Miguel Rivas and Luis Robert Jr. leading the offense.
Reds 9, Cardinals 1: josé Trevino had three RBIs for the Reds.
Athletics 3, Rangers 1: Jeffrey Springs pitched well for the Athletics.
Nationals 4, Phillies 2: The Nationals scored four runs in the sixth inning, aided by a bryce Harper error.
* Tigers vs. Angels & Rockies vs. Giants: Results were unavailable at the time of the article.
What were the pitching performances of the starting pitchers?
Here’s an overview of the starting pitchers and their performances:
| Team | Starting Pitcher | Record (Coming into Game) | Performance |
| ————- | —————- | ———————— | ————————————————————— |
| Pirates | Paul Skenes | 3-3 | 5 innings, 3 runs, 3 home runs allowed, 2 strikeouts |
| Cubs | Colin Rea | 2-0 | 6 innings, 2 earned runs, 4 hits |
| Rays | Shane Baz | 3-1 | 5 2/3 innings, 7 runs allowed |
| Diamondbacks | Zac Gallen | 2-4 | 6 innings, 1 run allowed, 8 strikeouts |
| White Sox | Sean Burke | 2-4 | Complete game, 2 hits |
| Athletics | Jeffrey Springs | 4-3 | 6 innings, 2 hits |
| Rangers | tyler Mahle | 3-1 | 6 innings, 1 run allowed |
| Nationals | Taijuan Walker | 1-3 | 5 2/3 innings, 4 runs (1 earned), 6 strikeouts |