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Pirates' Fifth-Inning Home Runs Secure Win Over Braves

Oneil Cruz and Rowdy Tellez's two-run homers help Pittsburgh avoid sweep; Bryan Reynolds' hitting streak ends.

  • Cruz and Tellez each hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning, leading to a 4-2 victory.
  • Bryan Reynolds' 25-game hitting streak, the longest in MLB this season, ended during the game.
  • Pirates' pitcher Bailey Falter allowed one run over five innings, ending his four-game losing streak.
  • Aroldis Chapman earned his third save despite allowing a run in the ninth inning.
  • Pirates finish June with a 14-12 record, now standing at 40-43 overall.
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