Pirates struggle against Dodgers while dealing with key injuries

The Pittsburgh Pirates faced the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park, losing two of three games in the series, including a thrilling 9-8 comeback win. However, injuries to crucial players like Oneil Cruz, who is expected to miss at least a month, and Konnor Griffin have left the team vulnerable. Mitch Keller continued to struggle on the mound, allowing five runs in four innings during the series finale. The Pirates' pitching issues, particularly in relief, were highlighted by a disastrous seventh inning in their first game of the series. Their 1-5 record against top teams raises concerns for their season moving forward.

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