Pirates fall to Dodgers 5-4 in extra innings despite Cruz's late heroics
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Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Pirates lost to the Dodgers 5-4 in extra innings at Dodger Stadium on Friday night. Oneil Cruz tied the game with a two-run home run in the eighth inning, but Tommy Edman drove in the game-winner in the tenth. Nick Gonzales provided two RBI for the Pirates, who now sit at 63-67 for the season. Bubba Chandler started for Pittsburgh, allowing four runs in four innings, while the Dodgers improved to 78-51. The teams continue their series on Saturday.
- •Cruz hits a two-run home run to tie the game in the eighth inning.
- •Tommy Edman collects the game-winning RBI in the tenth inning.
- •Nick Gonzales records two RBI for the Pirates.
- •Bubba Chandler allows four runs in four innings pitched.
- •Pirates next face Dodgers with Jared Jones starting on Saturday.
- 5:47 AMYahoo Sports — Cruz Clutch but Not Enough as Pirates Fall to Dodgers in Extras
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