Dominic Smith hits two-run homer as Braves top Pirates 6-3
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Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Atlanta Braves defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on June 6, 2026, at Truist Park. After leading 3-0, the Braves saw the Pirates tie the game in the fifth inning. However, a two-run homer from Dominic Smith in the fifth restored a lead for the Braves, helping them secure the series win. Spencer Strider pitched five innings, allowing three runs. The Braves improved their MLB-best record to 44-21 and won 18 of their last 21 series.
- •Braves lead the majors with a 44-21 record.
- •Dominic Smith's homer increased his impact in key situations.
- •Spencer Strider allowed three runs in five innings pitched.
- •Braves have won 18 of 21 series this season.
- •Braves' next game features RHP Bryce Elder starting against Pirates' Bubba Chandler.
- 11:01 PMYahoo Sports — Dominic Smith continues to rake with a HR as Braves beat Pirates again
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Dominic Smith blasts a 2-run homer as Braves improve the majors' best record by beating Pirates 6-3
"Dominic Smith hit a two-run homer, Spencer Strider allowed three runs in five innings and the Atlanta Braves recovered after losing an early three-run lead to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Saturday and clinch another series win. Atlanta led 3-0 after three innings. The Pirates pulled even in the fifth on Brandon Lowe's sacrifice fly off Strider (4-1).
"The Braves continue to look like the best overall team dominating with the bats and the bullpen
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:01 PMDominic Smith continues to rake with a HR as Braves beat Pirates again
The Braves continue to look like the best overall team dominating with the bats and the bullpen
- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 10:51 PMDominic Smith blasts a 2-run homer as Braves improve the majors' best record by beating Pirates 6-3
Dominic Smith hit a two-run homer, Spencer Strider allowed three runs in five innings and the Atlanta Braves recovered after losing an early three-run lead to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Saturday and clinch another series win. Atlanta led 3-0 after three innings. The Pirates pulled even in the fifth on Brandon Lowe's sacrifice fly off Strider (4-1).
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