Reds secure series win over Pirates with strong young talent

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-2 in the final game of their four-game series on August 2, 2026. Sal Stewart, a National League All-Star, homered early, while Chase Burns pitched six innings for his 13th win of the season. The Reds capitalized on a rainy game where Pittsburgh struggled, managing just two hits off Burns. Elly De La Cruz contributed a two-run single, continuing to be a key player as trade talks swirl around him. This series victory marked the Reds' fourth in five attempts. They are expected to make moves ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.

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