A Hard-Fought Battle
Last night's matchup against the Baltimore Orioles was a close one, showcasing some tenacious play from our beloved Pittsburgh Pirates. Despite the heart and effort displayed, the game ended with a narrow 2-1 defeat in ten innings. From the start, our pitching shined, and the battle unfolded as both teams struggled to find their rhythm offensively.Moment of the Game
There was a moment that ignited our spirits! In the top of the 4th inning, Spencer Horwitz launched a solo home run to right field, blasting it 386 feet.
That gave us the lead, energizing the team and the fans watching, even if it was only temporary.Close Encounters and Missed Chances
While both our pitching staff and Baltimore's put on formidable performances, we had our opportunities to extend the lead, especially in the 6th and 8th innings, with Ji Hwan Bae advancing to third base and stealing bases like a pro. Unfortunately, we couldn't convert those chances into runs.The 10th Inning Heartbreaker
It was a tense finish. With the game tied at the end of the 9th, we took it to extra innings. But it seemed the baseball gods favored Baltimore this time. They managed to load the bases and secure the win with a tricky single to right field by Dylan Beavers that brought Jorge Mateo home for the decisive run, ending the game 2-1.
While it hurts to lose such a close game, let's not forget the determination our team showed throughout. Keep your spirits high, fellow Pirates fans! We'll be back stronger next game. Let's Go Bucs!
Scoreboard for Pirates @ Orioles (September 10th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |