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Pirates struggle against Reds, but Konnor Griffin makes impactful return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 11:08 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Pirates struggle against Reds, but Konnor Griffin makes impactful return

Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates salvaged the final game of their weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds on June 28, after losing the first two contests. A blown save by closer Gregory Soto and struggles from the bullpen highlighted the weekend for Pittsburgh. The Pirates’ Konnor Griffin returned from the injured list, hitting a leadoff home run in his first game back and totaling three hits in the series. Pittsburgh's next challenge will be a road trip starting in Philadelphia, facing a series of teams with winning records over the next 22 games.

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By the Numbers

•Pirates lose two of three games to Reds, salvaging final matchup.
•Gregory Soto blows critical save in the second game.
•Konnor Griffin returns from injury, hitting a home run in series.
•Pittsburgh starts a challenging stretch of 22 games against above.500 teams.
•Team prepares to compete aggressively as the trade deadline nears.

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11:08 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Series Takeaways: Bullpen Again, Griffin Returns, Gauntlet Looms

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PITTSBURGH — Well, the Pirates were at least able to salvage their weekend series with the Reds on Sunday. But […] The post Pirates Series Takeaways: Bullpen Again, Griffin Returns, Gauntlet Looms appeared first on Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
— Yahoo Sports

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