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Pirates end four-game losing streak with 9-0 win over Mets

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Pirates end four-game losing streak with 9-0 win over Mets

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates secured a 9-0 victory against the New York Mets at PNC Park on August 8, ending a four-game losing streak. Bubba Chandler delivered a standout performance, pitching six shutout innings and allowing just three hits while striking out five. The Pirates' offense provided a strong showing, scoring three runs in the first inning and adding more throughout the game, including a solo home run from Brandon Lowe. The win marked the Pirates' first shutout since May 20. The series continues on August 9, with Jared Jones starting for the Pirates and Sean Manaea for the Mets.

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Status Watch

•Bubba Chandler throws six shutout innings with 85 pitches.
•Brandon Lowe hits his 25th home run of the season.
•Pirates out-hit Mets 12-3 and held them without a runner in scoring position.
•The game featured three runs in the first inning and four runs in the fourth.
•Series continues with Jared Jones and Sean Manaea as the starting pitchers.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates snap skid behind Chandler, big night for offense

What they're saying

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Bubba Chandler had one of his best starts, and the Pirates’ offense broke out in a 9-0 win over the Mets at PNC Park on Saturday night to snap a four-game skid.
— Yahoo Sports

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