Pittsburgh Pirates' offense shines in win over Houston Astros
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates showcased their improved offense in a 10-6 victory against the Houston Astros on June 2. The team hit three home runs in the game, including contributions from Brandon Lowe and Oneil Cruz, both hitting three-run shots. This marks a significant turnaround for the Pirates, who struggled offensively last season, hitting an MLB-low 117 home runs. Currently, the Pirates are on pace to exceed 180 home runs this season. Their balanced lineup has produced a top-five offense in several categories, including on-base percentage and runs per game, reflecting a stark contrast from their performance a year ago.
- •Pittsburgh has hit 71 home runs in 61 games this season.
- •Brandon Lowe and Oneil Cruz each hit three-run homers in the game.
- •The Pirates are second in the NL Central with a +35 run differential.
- •Five players on the team have six or more home runs this season.
- •This marks the first time since 2013 that the Pirates won 30 games before May.
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"The Pirates’ offense was sure to improve with Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn, but is at a completely new level.
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