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Pirates rally for eight runs to edge Cubs in back-and-forth contest

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Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Pirates rally for eight runs to edge Cubs in back-and-forth contest

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates secured an 8-7 victory over the Chicago Cubs on July 26 at PNC Park. After struggling offensively in recent games, the Pirates responded with three home runs, including a grand slam from Ryan O’Hearn. The Cubs initially took a lead in the second inning but could not maintain it as Pittsburgh reclaimed control. Chicago mounted a late comeback, scoring two runs in the ninth, but the Pirates held on for the win. Pittsburgh continues its homestand against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday.

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By the Numbers

•Pirates hit three home runs, breaking a scoring slump.
•Ryan O’Hearn contributed a grand slam and four RBIs.
•Carmen Mlodzinski held off a Cubs rally in the eighth.
•Pirates' next game is against the Diamondbacks on July 27.
•Mason Montgomery earned his second save of the season.

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