Rafael Flores powers Pirates to 6-2 victory over Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 at Busch Stadium on Saturday. Rafael Flores Jr. delivered a key three-run home run in the fifth inning, contributing to the Pirates' offensive resurgence after a team slump. Brandon Lowe and Jacob Gonzalez also provided significant hits, while Pirates' pitchers Carmen Mlodzinski and Lake Bachar combined for strong performances on the mound. With the victory, the Pirates move to 66-71 on the season, improving their standing in the National League Central as they approach the series finale.
- •Pirates snap hitting slump with 11 hits against Cardinals.
- •Brandon Lowe hits his 28th home run of the season.
- •Flores' homer marks a turnaround after an 0-for-12 streak.
- •Mlodzinski earns his seventh win of the season.
- •Next game features Braxton Ashcraft starting for the Pirates.
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Bats Come Alive in Win Over Cardinals; Big Swing From Flores
"The Pirates entered Saturday’s game at Busch Stadium mired in a team-wide slump, but a big blast from Rafael Flores […]
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