Michael Harris II's pinch-hit double lifts Braves past Pirates for sweep

On June 7, 2026, the Atlanta Braves secured a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park. After trailing for most of the game, a bases-clearing double from Michael Harris II in the seventh inning turned the tide. Starting pitcher Bryce Elder delivered six innings of two-run ball, a leadoff homer from Spencer Horowitz marking the Pirates' early lead. Despite a challenging outing, the Braves’ bullpen held the Pirates scoreless late in the game, culminating in Didier Fuentes earning his first career save. The Braves completed a three-game series sweep with the win.

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