Pirates Extend Minnesota’s Losing Streak

June 8, 2024 4:13 am

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller pitched six scoreless innings to win his sixth straight start, Oneil Cruz homered for a second consecutive night and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Minnesota Twins 3-0. Keller scattered seven hits while striking eight and walking two. He also pitched at least five innings for the 44th time in a row, the longest active streak in the major leagues. Connor Joe also homered for the Pirates. The Twins lost their fourth straight game.