The Pittsburgh Pirates secured a 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on August 1, 2026, at PNC Park. The win improved the Pirates' record to 55-52 for the season, while the Reds fell to 49-58.
Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller delivered a strong performance, allowing just one run on five hits over six innings, striking out seven and walking two. The bullpen held the Reds scoreless for the final three innings, with David Bednar earning his 20th save of the season.
Offensively, the Pirates were led by Bryan Reynolds, who went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs. Ke'Bryan Hayes added a solo home run in the fifth inning. The Reds' only run came on a solo shot by Elly De La Cruz in the fourth inning.
The victory was part of a three-game series, with the Pirates taking two of three from the Reds. The teams will next meet in Cincinnati for a four-game series starting August 14.
