Pirates Secure First Win of 2025 with Cruz's Homer and Keller's Strong Start
Oneil Cruz's 115 mph two-run homer and Mitch Keller's six solid innings powered Pittsburgh to a 4-3 victory over the Marlins.
- Oneil Cruz hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning, marking his fourth homer with an exit velocity of 115 mph or more since 2024.
- Andrew McCutchen contributed an RBI double in the fourth inning, driving in Cruz to open the scoring for the Pirates.
- Mitch Keller pitched six innings, allowing one run and striking out four batters in a quality start for Pittsburgh.
- David Bednar earned his first save of the season despite conceding a two-run homer in the ninth inning that narrowed the Pirates' lead.
- Adam Frazier made his first start for the Pirates since 2021, filling in for the injured Nick Gonzales, while Miami's Liam Hicks debuted as catcher.