Pirates salvage final game against Marlins, remain under .500
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Miami Marlins 13-1 in the series finale on August 13, ending a string of losses. The win came after the Pirates were shut out in the first two games of the series, marking their seventh series loss out of eight since the All-Star break. Despite this victory, Pittsburgh's struggles continue, as they stand five games under.500 and 5.5 games back in the wild card chase. Manager Don Kelly expressed disappointment in the team's performance earlier in the series, but the team responded with their most complete game of the season in the finale. Upcoming games against the San Diego Padres and St. Louis Cardinals could be crucial for their playoff chances.
- •Pirates lost the first two games of the series against the Marlins.
- •The team has lost seven of their last eight series since the All-Star break.
- •Pittsburgh is now five games under.500 after the win.
- •Manager Don Kelly showed rare frustration after previous losses.
- •Braxton Ashcraft pitched a complete game in the finale.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Series Takeaways: Missed Opportunity, Rare Kelly Frustration
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