Pirates drop series to Marlins, struggle with complete games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:28 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 4-2 to the Miami Marlins on June 14, marking their sixth consecutive loss in games started by Paul Skenes. Skenes pitched well, throwing six innings, allowing two runs on four hits with ten strikeouts. Manager Don Kelly expressed frustration over the team's inability to play complete games, highlighting issues with both pitching and hitting. The Pirates now sit at 36-36 and are two games behind a Wild Card spot in the standings.
- •Pirates lose 4-2 to Marlins in series finale on June 14.
- •Paul Skenes throws six innings, allowing two runs.
- •Pittsburgh has lost six straight Skenes starts.
- •Team is now 36-36, two games back of Wild Card spot.
- •Manager Don Kelly cites need for complete team efforts.
- 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — Don Kelly Believes Pirates Aren't Playing 'Complete' Games Amid Slump
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