Marlins defeat Pirates 8-2, extend Pittsburgh's losing streak to seven series
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Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Pirates lost to the Marlins 8-2 at loanDepot Park on Wednesday night, marking their seventh consecutive series defeat. Pittsburgh took an early lead before a five-run third inning by the Marlins shifted momentum. Key performances included Griffin Conine, who homered and reached base in all five of his plate appearances. The Marlins improved to 62-59, while the Pirates fell to 58-64, with the teams set to face off again on Thursday afternoon. Braxton Ashcraft is scheduled to start for Pittsburgh.
- •Pirates lead early but fall behind after a big Marlins inning.
- •Griffin Conine homered and had three runs scored.
- •Carmen Mlodzinski struggled, allowing four runs in 2.1 innings.
- •Pittsburgh's last series win was July 18-19 against the Guardians.
- •Pirates face Marlins again Thursday with Braxton Ashcraft starting.
- 1:43 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates knocked around by Marlins, drop 7th straight series
"Their last series win came when they took two of three games from the Guardians in Cleveland from July 18-19.
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