Diamondbacks lose to Pirates in extras, struggle with RISP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:54 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 in ten innings on July 27, 2026, at PNC Park. Arizona built a 2-0 lead with a two-run double from Max Kepler, but were unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities, finishing 2-for-14 with runners in scoring position. A key throwing error from pitcher Merrill Kelly allowed a crucial Pirates run, and the game went to extras after the Diamondbacks failed to score in the final inning. Juan Morillo surrendered the walk-off run after a misplay by Ildemaro Vargas in the outfield. Arizona's record now stands at 55-52, with the best-of-three series continuing.
- •Diamondbacks lead 2-0 before allowing Pirates comeback.
- •Merrill Kelly pitched 5.2 innings with an unearned run allowed.
- •Max Kepler's double contributed two runs for Arizona.
- •Team finished 2-for-14 with runners in scoring position.
- •Juan Morillo allowed walk-off run in tenth inning.
- 2:54 AMYahoo Sports — RISP woes sink Arizona again in Pittsburgh
"Record: 55-52. Pace: 83-79. Change on 2025: +4. The Diamondbacks dropped the opener of The Most Important Series of the Season™, losing 3-2 in ten innings to the Pirates. Merrill Kelly pitched well, and Max Kepler gave Arizona a 2-0 lead. But a throwing error by Kelly allowed a key Pittsburgh run, and Juan Morillo […]
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