This article originally appeared on PittsburghBaseballNOW.com.
The Pittsburgh Pirates erupted for a season-high in runs in an 11-5 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Friday night at PNC Park.
Nick Gonzales drove in a career-high four runs, Jared Triolo homered and all nine Pirates’ in the starting lineup had at least one hit.
On the mound, Bailey Falter worked into the eighth inning for a second-straight start and continued to get good results as he’s done for the majority of the season.
The Pirates (24-28) will look to stay hot and clinch a series victory over the Braves (29-19) on Saturday.