The Pittsburgh Pirates are now 17-23 this season. This record is a result of the Pirates defeating the Washington Nationals by a score of 6-1 on Wednesday night. Their victory also evened their 3 game series at a game each.
Gerrit Cole was dominant for the Pirates on Wednesday night, the offense had a good night, and it led to a fun all-around night for the Pittsburgh Pirates. It was the type of night and type of game that the Pirates have not had enough of this season.
Wednesday night’s game started out as a pitcher’s duel between Gerrit Cole and Jacob Turner.