Nathaniel Lowe drove in the winning run with a bases-loaded fielder's choice in the bottom of the ninth inning, lifting the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 30, 2026, at Great American Ball Park.
Elly De La Cruz sparked Cincinnati's offense, scoring the game-winning run after finishing the night 3 for 4 with three doubles, two stolen bases, and an RBI.
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The win dropped Pittsburgh back to a . 500 record at 55-55, marking their third consecutive loss.
Pirates' Bullpen Strategy
Pittsburgh opened the game using a bullpen strategy, starting Yohan Ramirez for his first career major league start in his 209th appearance.
Ramirez delivered two scoreless innings, while five Pirates relievers ultimately combined to give up nine hits and nine walks.
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Nick Gonzales extended his hitting streak to a career-high 14 games for Pittsburgh, going 2 for 4 with a double.
The Pirates leveled the score in the sixth inning with a solo home run from Brandon Lowe before Cincinnati secured the walk-off win in the final frame.
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The four-game series continues on Friday with right-hander Paul Skenes scheduled to start for Pittsburgh against Cincinnati right-hander Hunter Greene.
