Pirates Pick Up Win In San Francisco

May 31, 2023 4:46 am

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Connor Joe homered against his former team and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat San Francisco 2-1 to snap a five-game losing streak against the Giants. The Pirates moved back to .500 (27-27) after falling under for the first time since they were 1-2. Pittsburgh has gone 7-19 after starting the season 20-8. Dauri Moreta (2-1) relieved Oviedo in the fifth and was credited with the win following a scoreless inning. David Bednar retired the side in order in the ninth with two strikeouts for his 10th save in 11 chances. Sean Manaea (2-3) allowed just an unearned run in four innings of relief.