mlb Game Recap
Michael Kelly vs Rich Hill Tilt Ends in Pittsburgh 7-5 Win
Pittsburgh got 1.1 innings of work from Ryan Borucki en route to a 7-5 victory over Cleveland on Wednesday at PNC Park.
Bettors who backed the Pirates were rewarded as +126 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Ryan Borucki earned the victory for the Pirates, throwing 1.1 innings of work, striking out 1, walking 0, and allowing 1 hits and 1 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Ji Man Choi in the win.
Cleveland's starting pitcher Michael Kelly worked 1 innings, giving up 0 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 2 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Josh Bell in a losing cause.
Cleveland enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 10-9 advantage in hits.
David Bednar pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Next game, Pittsburgh takes its act on the road to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Cleveland, they head home to face Philadelphia.