Pirates complete sweep over Twins with 9-3 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Minnesota Twins 9-3 at PNC Park on May 31, 2026. The Pirates took an early lead after a homer from Ryan O'Hearn, and extended their advantage with a two-run shot from Nick Gonzales. The Twins struggled offensively and managed to score two runs late in the game, both off homers from Brooks Lee. This loss marked the end of the Twins' road trip and raised concerns over their performance following a previous series win against the Boston Red Sox.
- •Pirates scored first with a homer by Ryan O'Hearn in the second inning.
- •Twins placed SP Bailey Ober on IL with elbow inflammation before the game.
- •Pittsburgh's lead expanded to 9-0 before Twins scored twice in the ninth.
- •Twins will host the Chicago White Sox for a three-game series next.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates 9, Twins 3: Shiver me timbers
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