Mets dominate Pirates 11-1 as series loss streak extends to six
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 8:51 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates were defeated by the New York Mets 11-1 in a rubber match at PNC Park on August 9. Jared Jones struggled as the starting pitcher, allowing eight runs in three innings, while Sean Manaea excelled for the Mets with 11 strikeouts across seven scoreless innings. This loss marks the Pirates' sixth consecutive series defeat, having last won a series against the Guardians in mid-July. Pittsburgh will have a day off before beginning a three-game series in Miami, with Paul Skenes scheduled to pitch next.
- •Mets scored first, leading 2-0 in the 1st inning.
- •Pirates scored a run but trailed 5-1 by the 3rd inning.
- •Mets added four runs in the 4th to extend their lead.
- •Sean Manaea pitched seven scoreless innings with 11 strikeouts.
- •Next game for the Pirates is against the Marlins on August 10.
- 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Jones, Pirates routed by Mets for 6th straight series loss
"Jared Jones and the Pirates were clobbered 11-1 by the Mets in Sunday’s rubber match at PNC Park for the team’s sixth straight series loss.
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