It took over a week, but the Pittsburgh Pirates finally got back into the win column.
The Pirates are on a path for their second consecutive 100+ loss season. So it was nice to see a big game out of Johan Oviedo and others to break an eight game losing streak.
Oviedo had arguably the best start of his young career, throwing seven shutout innings against the Chicago Cubs. Much like the Pirates, or recent foe the Cincinnati Reds, it wasn’t a very stout lineup, but it’s a step in the right direction. Oviedo threw 71% of his 82 pitches for strikes with his fastball and slider leading the way once again.