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Pirates drop to .500 after losing 11-2 to Athletics in Sacramento

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Pirates drop to .500 after losing 11-2 to Athletics in Sacramento

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates fell to the Oakland Athletics 11-2 on June 15 at Sutter Health Park. Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski struggled on the mound, as the Pirates dropped below.500 for the first time since March. Key moments included a three-run home run from Nick Kurtz and a two-run homer by Jeff McNeil. The Pirates have lost eight of their last ten games. Mitch Keller is set to start against the Athletics on June 16 as the teams continue their series.

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Status Watch

•Pirates score only two runs against Athletics' 11
•Jared Jones allows five runs in four innings
•Nick Kurtz hits two home runs for Oakland
•Pittsburgh last below.500 after March 31 loss
•Mitch Keller to start for Pirates on June 16

Latest Updates

2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates pummeled by Athletics, drop below .500 for first time since March
4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates Pummeled by Athletics, Drop Below .500 for 1st Time Since March

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— Yahoo Sports