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The Pirates lost 4-3 to the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium, with Tarik Skubal’s early struggles giving way to a strong finish, while Oneil Cruz’s clutch hitting and a late double by Esmerlyn Valdez kept the game close.
Max Aude's recent free‑agent signing with the Athletics highlights a broader trend of Pepperdine graduates excelling across the baseball landscape, from minor‑league promotions to All‑Star recognitions.
The Pirates rolled past Cleveland 7‑1, with Paul Skenes delivering a stellar outing and Billy Cook turning in a career‑high performance, setting the stage for a pivotal series against the Yankees.
A three‑game series in Cleveland gave the Pittsburgh Pirates a modest win streak, but late‑inning meltdowns kept them from a six‑game run and exposed a bullpen that must be shored up before the deadline.
After marrying Amelia during the All-Star break, Billy Cook delivered a three‑hit, triple‑laden outing that helped Pittsburgh dominate Cleveland 7‑1, a performance praised by teammates and anchored by personal milestones.
The Pirates lost the second game of a doubleheader at Yankee Stadium 2-0, but had earlier secured a 5-3 win in 10 innings, setting up a weekend series against the Cubs.