The Pittsburgh Pirates pulled off a thrilling win against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Pitcher Dennis Santana really stole the show.
Santana’s sharp pitching and the Pirates’ knack for clutch hits pushed them to a 5-3 victory. There’s just something about the way Santana handles pressure—he might be the anchor this pitching staff needs.
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Dominant Performance by Dennis Santana
Dennis Santana took control on the mound and kept Detroit’s hitters guessing. He worked six innings, giving up just two runs on five hits and striking out seven.
He mixed his pitches well and hit his spots, shutting down the Tigers’ offense when it mattered. You could see his confidence growing with every inning.
Key Stats and Highlights
Santana’s night had a few numbers and moments worth pointing out:
- Innings Pitched: 6
- Runs Allowed: 2
- Hits Allowed: 5
- Strikeouts: 7
- Walks: 2
The fourth inning really stood out—Santana struck out the side, flashing a nasty fastball and breaking stuff. That moment felt like a turning point, honestly.
Timely Hitting by the Pirates
The Pirates’ bats showed up when it counted, with different players stepping up at just the right time. They didn’t waste their chances to score.
Offensive Standouts
A few hitters had nights worth remembering:
- Ke’Bryan Hayes: 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI
- Jack Suwinski: 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBIs
- Andrew McCutchen: 1-for-4 with a clutch RBI single
Suwinski’s homer in the sixth gave the Pirates some breathing room. Hayes kept the line moving, and McCutchen’s experience showed up in a big spot.
Defensive Excellence
The Pirates backed their pitching with some slick defense. They made the plays they needed to keep Detroit from clawing back in.
Notable Defensive Plays
Here are a few defensive gems:
- Ke’Bryan Hayes: Laid out for a diving stop at third, robbing extra bases
- Ji Hwan Bae: Turned a key double play in the seventh, killing a Tigers rally
- Endy RodrÃguez: Gunned down a runner trying to swipe second, showing off his arm
Those plays really kept the Pirates in control as the game tightened up.
Looking Ahead
Getting this win in Detroit is a nice boost for the Pirates. If they keep pitching, hitting, and fielding like this, who knows how far they can go?
Upcoming Challenges
The Pirates have to keep their momentum going, but the road ahead looks rough. They’ll face a string of tough games, including some against divisional rivals.
Other strong teams are waiting for them too. Honestly, staying consistent might be their biggest test if they want to ride this win into a playoff run.
If you’re craving more on the Pirates’ season or curious about Dennis Santana, check out the Post-Gazette.
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