Two weekends ago the Pittsburgh Pirates played a three-game series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs. That weekend in the Windy City the Pirates allowed a single series franchise record 47 runs on their way to being swept. Back home at PNC Park, the Pirates got some retribution this week.
On Tuesday night the Pirates defeated the Cubs to eliminate them from postseason contention. Led by Joe Musgrove, the Pirates defeated the Cubs 9-3 again on Wednesday night to finish off the sweep. With the series sweep, the Pirates ha e improved their season record to 68-91.