Overview
- Bryan Reynolds and Andrew McCutchen each hit home runs during Pittsburgh's decisive eighth inning.
- The Pirates' win snapped Chicago's six-game winning streak and hindered their wild card aspirations.
- Pittsburgh's bullpen secured the victory with Jalen Beeks and Dennis Santana delivering key outs.
- Cubs' Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ contributed offensively, but it wasn't enough to maintain their early lead.
- Rookie pitcher Jared Jones returned from injury to start for the Pirates, allowing three runs over 6 1/3 innings.