A’s lead early but falter against Pirates in second game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:23 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
On June 16, 2026, the Oakland Athletics hosted the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of their series at Sutter Health Park. The A’s built a 4-1 lead, highlighted by Zack Gelof's home run, but failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities late in the game. The Pirates capitalized on long balls, including a solo shot from Bryan Reynolds, and made a comeback to secure a narrow victory. The teams will meet again in the series finale.
- •A’s led 4-1 after the first inning
- •Zack Gelof hit a solo home run in the sixth
- •Bryan Reynolds homered for the Pirates, cutting the lead to 4-3
- •A’s pitcher Jack Perkins allowed three runs over 5.1 innings
- •The final game of the series is upcoming
- 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — A’s Squander Chances, Fall to Pirates in Series Equalizer
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