Pirates take late lead but fall to Rockies in series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 1:54 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost to the Colorado Rockies 4-3 on June 20, 2026, after leading 3-2 heading into the ninth inning. The Pirates rallied in the eighth but faltered in their final at-bat, loading the bases with nobody out before failing to score. Manager Don Kelly expressed frustration over the team's inability to capitalize in critical moments. Pitcher Bubba Chandler delivered a strong performance, allowing only two earned runs over six innings.
- •Pirates lead 3-2 in the eighth inning.
- •Two runs allowed in the ninth inning cost Pittsburgh the game.
- •Tyler Callihan struck out as a pinch hitter.
- •Jared Triolo grounded into a game-ending double play.
- •Bubba Chandler pitched six innings, allowing two earned runs.
- 1:54 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Manager Reflects On 'Really Tough' Series Opener Loss To Rockies
"Pittsburgh rallied to take the lead in the top of the eighth.
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