On September 3, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park. The Pirates won 3-0, improving their record to 62-77. The Dodgers’ record fell to 78-60. Mike Burrows was the winning pitcher for the Pirates. Andrew McCutchen and Bryan Reynolds each hit a home run, contributing to the Pirates’ win. The Dodgers managed five hits but could not score against the Pirates’ pitching staff. The Pirates took an early lead in the first inning with a run. They added another run in the second inning, making it 2-0. The Dodgers struggled to get on the scoreboard throughout the game. In the sixth inning, the Pirates scored their final run. This brought the score to 3-0, which they maintained until the end. The Dodgers were unable to break through the Pirates’ defense and pitching.

Mike Burrows played a key role in the Pirates’ win over the Dodgers. He pitched 3 innings, giving up just 2 hits and no runs. Burrows also struck out 2 batters, securing his first win of the season. His performance helped keep the Dodgers scoreless.

For the Pirates’ batting lineup, Andrew McCutchen and Bryan Reynolds stood out. McCutchen and Reynolds each hit a home run, contributing 1 RBI each. Joey Bart also had a good game, going 3-for-3 and adding another RBI with a double.

On the Dodgers’ side, Emmet Sheehan took the loss. He pitched 4.67 innings, allowing 5 hits and 2 runs. Sheehan struck out 6 batters but gave up 2 home runs, which were pivotal in the Pirates’ victory.

What’s Next

The Pirates’ win over the Dodgers changes the standings slightly. The Pirates now have a record of 62-77, holding the 5th spot in the Central division. This win gives them a boost, though they remain in a challenging position for playoff contention. The Dodgers, with a record of 78-60, continue to lead the West division despite this loss. They have a comfortable position at the top. This game does not affect their standing as they maintain a strong lead in their division.

The Los Angeles Dodgers will play the Pittsburgh Pirates again on Thursday, September 4, 2025. This game will be at PNC Park and will continue their current series. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM. Probable starters for this game have not been announced yet.

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face the Dodgers on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at PNC Park. This will be the second game in their series. After this game, the Pirates will start a new series against the Milwaukee Brewers at home. The next game against the Brewers is scheduled for Friday, September 5, 2025, at 6:40 PM. Probable starters for the Pirates’ upcoming games have not been announced yet.

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