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Pirates Snap Losing Streak with 3-2 Victory in Don Kelly’s Managerial Debut

Pittsburgh ends seven-game skid as Bailey Falter shines, Canario and Triolo homer, and Santana secures a tense save.

May 9, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Alexander Canario (29) celebrates his home run against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Don Kelly, promoted from bench coach to manager following Derek Shelton's firing, won his debut as the Pirates defeated the Braves 3-2.
  • Bailey Falter delivered six strong innings, allowing just two hits and retiring 15 of the last 16 batters he faced.
  • Alexander Canario and Jared Triolo each hit solo home runs, marking the Pirates' first multi-homer game since April 27.
  • Andrew McCutchen added an RBI double, narrowly missing a home run, to extend Pittsburgh's lead to 3-0 in the sixth inning.
  • Closer Dennis Santana earned his fourth save, working through a shaky ninth inning to preserve the victory.