Pirates top Astros 10-6 to extend win streak to four games
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Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Houston Astros 10-6 at Daikin Park on June 2, clinching their fourth consecutive win. The Pirates hit three home runs, with Oneil Cruz's three-run shot in the sixth inning giving them a significant lead. Endy Rodríguez led the offense with a home run, a double, and three RBI. The Astros attempted a late comeback, scoring twice in the ninth, but could not close the gap. The Pirates look to continue their momentum as they prepare for the next game in the series.
- •Endy Rodríguez finishes 2 for 4 with three RBI.
- •Oneil Cruz's home run sparks an eight-run stretch by the Pirates.
- •Bubba Chandler earns his second win of the season.
- •Pirates have homered in nine straight games.
- •Next game features RHP Paul Skenes starting for the Pirates.
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates power past Astros for 4th Sstraight win
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates Power Past Astros for 4th Straight Win
"The Pittsburgh Pirates belted three home runs to power past the Houston Astros, 10-6, at Daikin Park on Tuesday night […] The post Pirates Power Past Astros for 4th Straight Win appeared first on Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
"This is the first time the Pirates have won a game started by Bubba Chandler since April 17 against the Tampa Bay Rays.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 3:33 AMPirates power past Astros for 4th Sstraight win
This is the first time the Pirates have won a game started by Bubba Chandler since April 17 against the Tampa Bay Rays.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 3:18 AMPirates Power Past Astros for 4th Straight Win
The Pittsburgh Pirates belted three home runs to power past the Houston Astros, 10-6, at Daikin Park on Tuesday night […] The post Pirates Power Past Astros for 4th Straight Win appeared first on Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
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