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Final: Dodgers can't do much against Gerrit Cole, lose to Pirates again

The Orange County Register | September 20, 2015

Related Topics: Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Gerrit Cole, One-game playoff, Dodger Stadium

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The Pittsburgh Pirates' Pedro Alvarez, right, is congratulated by teammate Jordy Mercer, left, after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning on Sunday at Dodger Stadium. Mark J. Terrill, Associated Press

LOS ANGELES – The Pittsburgh Pirates got the better of a matchup between two teams headed to the playoffs, beating the Dodgers 4-3 Sunday afternoon for their second consecutive one-run win at Dodger Stadium.

The Pirates beat the Dodgers in five of their six head-to-head meetings – including a three-game sweep in Pittsburgh -- but would not have homefield advantage in any playoff rematch if they make the post-season as a wild card.

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