Pirates Escape Jams to Stay .500 | Pittsburgh Pirates News

The Pirates clawed back to .500 with a gritty 4-2 win over the White Sox, surviving two heart-pounding bases-loaded jams in the late innings thanks to clutch double plays. Esmerlyn Valdez’s solo homer and Rafael Flores Jr.’s single sparked a four-run lead, while Konnor Griffin’s two-RBI hit sealed the early advantage. Despite mounting pressure — including a seventh-inning run and Murakami’s eighth-inning homer — the bullpen stood tall, preserving the win. This victory extends their five-game winning streak — their longest such run in nearly 10 years — and bolsters their surprising interleague record. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3fbe02bc45d0ae8a