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Harrison strikes out eight as Brewers edge Pirates 4-2

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Harrison strikes out eight as Brewers edge Pirates 4-2

Summary

Kyle Harrison struck out the last eight batters he faced in the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 5. Harrison (9-2) allowed one hit and one walk while securing 10 strikeouts in five innings during his first start since July 8. William Contreras contributed a home run, while Christian Yelich added an RBI double to support the Brewers' offensive efforts. The Pirates managed to score two runs with Endy Rodriguez's seventh-inning home run. Milwaukee's Trevor Megill recorded a perfect ninth inning to earn his 20th save. The teams will meet for the series finale on August 6.

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By the Numbers

•Kyle Harrison struck out the last eight batters he faced.
•William Contreras hit a home run for the Brewers.
•Milwaukee leads series 2-1 against Pittsburgh.
•Trevor Megill earned his 20th save in the ninth.
•Brewers and Pirates face off again on August 6.

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2:31 AMYahoo Sports — Harrison Ks the final 8 batters he faces, the Brewers beat the Pirates 4-2

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Kyle Harrison struck out the final eight batters he faced, William Contreras homered and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Wednesday night. Harrison (9-2) gave up one hit and one walk while striking out 10 in five innings in his first start since July 8 after an IL stint due to left forearm tightness. Harrison took the mound to warm up for the sixth, but abruptly left before the inning began.
— Yahoo Sports

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