Rafael Flores Jr. hits first MLB home run for Pirates in loss to Dodgers

Rafael Flores Jr. celebrated his return to the MLB with his first career home run on Thursday. The Pittsburgh Pirates catcher, recalled just a day earlier, hit the home run in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite Flores' contribution, the Pirates fell short, losing 8-6 and dropping the series. Flores expressed his enthusiasm about being back in the league and his desire to help the team offensively. The Pirates, now 35-34, will begin a three-game home series against the Miami Marlins on Friday.

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