Pirates struggle as Dodgers pull away from 2-2 tie in seventh inning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates faced a challenging matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 9. After ace pitcher Paul Skenes left the game tied 2-2, the Pirates surrendered 10 runs in the seventh inning, resulting in a 12-3 loss. The defeat highlights ongoing difficulties for the Pirates, who are 34-33 this season, putting them eight games behind the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers. Manager Don Kelly expressed frustration with the team's sloppy play, while Skenes noted a dip in changeup command. The Pirates have shown improvement this season but struggle with consistency and defense.
- •Pirates lose to Dodgers 12-3 on June 9.
- •Skenes exits the game after six innings, allowing two runs.
- •Pittsburgh has a plus-21 run differential this season.
- •The Pirates are currently one game above.500.
- •Pittsburgh sits eight games back in the NL Central.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates' lopsided loss to Dodgers offers a reminder that Paul Skenes can't do it all on his own
"Things are trending the right direction in Pittsburgh, but the gap between the juggernaut Dodgers and upstart Pirates remains significant.
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