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The Dodgers secured a 5-4 comeback victory over the Reds, highlighted by clutch hits from Will Smith and Freddie Freeman in the late innings, overcoming early struggles and capitalizing on key opportunities to clinch a series win and boost their momentum for the final stretch of the season.
The Pittsburgh Pirates blew a 4-run lead and failed to deliver clutch hits in a 6-4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Pirates starter Osvaldo Bido struggled with his command, walking four batters and allowing two runs in four innings. The Dodgers cut the lead in half in the fourth inning, but the Pirates escaped further damage thanks to a stellar defensive play by third baseman Jared Triolo. Reliever Roansy Contreras struggled, giving up back-to-back home runs, and the Pirates couldn't capitalize on scoring opportunities in the sixth, seventh, and ninth innings. Despite a strong relief effort, the Pirates couldn't overcome the early deficit.
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Texas Rangers 3-2 in a game that saw clutch hits from Austin Hays and Adley Rutschman. Félix Bautista closed out the game with three strikeouts in the ninth inning. Starter Kyle Bradish pitched 6.2 innings, allowing only one earned run. The win puts the Orioles back above the Rangers in the race for the second-best record in baseball.
The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Thursday night thanks to clutch hits in a 3-run 3rd inning and a strong outing from pitcher Nick Lodolo. Spencer Steer continued his hot start to the season with a single that brought in a run. The Reds bullpen held on to secure the win.