Pirates Dominate Reds in Series Finale at PNC Park
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 4:05 PM ET · PNC Park
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Who won Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates?
Pittsburgh Pirates beat Cincinnati Reds 17-7 at PNC Park on May 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates?
Pittsburgh Pirates were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -141 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cincinnati Reds 17-7 at PNC Park, completing a three-game sweep of the series. This victory not only showcased the Pirates' offensive prowess but also marked their third consecutive win against the Reds, solidifying their dominance in this matchup.
The Pirates, with a home record of 18-16, entered the game looking to build on their recent success. They had a mixed record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but this win followed a previous 9-1 victory against the same Reds team just a day prior. The Pirates averaged 4.8 runs scored and 4.9 runs allowed in their last ten games, indicating a slight struggle defensively. However, their offense exploded in this game, particularly in the fourth inning, where they scored six runs, significantly contributing to their total.
On the other hand, the Reds came into the game with a better away record of 20-13 and had gone 6-4 in their last ten games. Despite their recent form, they were unable to match the Pirates' offensive output, averaging 5.6 runs scored and 5.9 runs allowed in their last ten games. The Reds had lost their previous game against the Pirates and were on a one-game losing streak, which continued with this defeat.
Historically, the Pirates and Reds have faced each other 17 times in the last two seasons, with the Pirates holding a slight edge in head-to-head matchups, winning 9 of those encounters. This series has seen the Pirates perform particularly well, as they have now won all three games in this series, including two decisive victories.
In terms of injuries, the Pirates were missing key players such as Konnor Griffin, Ryan O'Hearn, Mitch Keller, and Endy Rodriguez, all of whom were on the injured list. The Reds also faced challenges, with Graham Ashcraft on the 60-day injured list and several players, including Eugenio Suarez, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Spencer Steer, and Michael Toglia, either on the injured list or day-to-day.
The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had the Pirates favored at -141 on the money line, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 8.0 runs. The odds reflected the Pirates' strong home performance and recent form against the Reds.
The weather conditions at PNC Park were conducive to scoring, which likely played a role in the high run total. Fans watching the game saw a flurry of offensive action, particularly from the Pirates, who capitalized on their opportunities and displayed a well-rounded offensive attack.
Key moments in the game included a series of strong hits in the fourth inning, where the Pirates scored six runs, and a notable home run by Bleday in the sixth inning, which helped extend their lead. The Reds managed to score seven runs, but it was not enough to keep pace with the Pirates' relentless offense.
Overall, this game highlighted the Pirates' ability to capitalize on their chances and demonstrated their offensive depth, while the Reds will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PIT -141 | 8 o -115 / u -105 | Cincinnati Reds +117 · Pittsburgh Pirates -141 |
Injury report
- Konnor Griffin60-Day-ILFingerPittsburgh Pirates
- Ryan O'Hearn10-Day-ILQuadricepsPittsburgh Pirates
- Mitch Keller60-Day-ILArmPittsburgh Pirates
- Endy Rodriguez60-Day-ILHipPittsburgh Pirates
- Graham Ashcraft60-Day-ILElbowCincinnati Reds
- Eugenio SuarezDay-To-DayPersonalCincinnati Reds
- Ke'Bryan Hayes10-Day-ILGroinCincinnati Reds
- Spencer Steer10-Day-ILWristCincinnati Reds
- Michael Toglia10-Day-ILShoulderCincinnati Reds
Recent form
Pittsburgh Pirates
Last 10: 4-6Streak W14.8 scored · 4.9 allowed per game1-4 at home
- W9-1vs Cincinnati RedsMay 1
- L5-10vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 30
- L4-5vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 29
- L7-11vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 28
- L2-4vs St. Louis CardinalsApr 27
- L0-5at Milwaukee BrewersApr 26
- W6-3at Milwaukee BrewersApr 25
- W6-0at Milwaukee BrewersApr 24
- L1-6at Texas RangersApr 24
- W8-4at Texas RangersApr 23
Cincinnati Reds
Last 10: 6-4Streak L15.6 scored · 5.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- L1-9at Pittsburgh PiratesMay 1
- W6-4vs Colorado RockiesApr 30
- L2-13vs Colorado RockiesApr 29
- W7-2vs Colorado RockiesApr 28
- L3-8vs Detroit TigersApr 26
- W9-2vs Detroit TigersApr 25
- W9-8vs Detroit TigersApr 24
- L1-6at Tampa Bay RaysApr 22
- W12-6at Tampa Bay RaysApr 21
- W6-1at Tampa Bay RaysApr 20
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | - | 53 | W2 | .621 | 87 |
| Chicago | 9 | 62 | L2 | .557 | 78 |
| St. Louis | 17 | 70 | W2 | .500 | 70 |
| Pittsburgh | 19 | 72 | L1 | .486 | 68 |
| Cincinnati | 20 | 73 | W2 | .479 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Inning2-0Lowe hit a ground rule double, Bleday and De La Cruz scored.
- 1st Inning2-1Lowe singled to center, Cruz scored.
- 1st Inning2-2O'Hearn doubled to right, Lowe scored, Reynolds to third.
- 1st Inning2-3Gonzales grounded out to second, Reynolds scored, O'Hearn to third.
- 1st Inning2-4Ozuna doubled to left, O'Hearn scored.
- 1st Inning2-5Griffin doubled to left, Ozuna scored.
- 2nd Inning3-5Benson homered to right center (414 feet).
- 2nd Inning3-6Gonzales walked, Lowe scored, O'Hearn to second, Reynolds to third.
- 2nd Inning3-7Ozuna walked, Reynolds scored, Gonzales to second, O'Hearn to third.
- 2nd Inning3-8Horwitz walked, O'Hearn scored, Ozuna to second, Gonzales to third.
- 2nd Inning3-9Griffin walked, Gonzales scored, Horwitz to second, Ozuna to third.
- 2nd Inning3-10Davis grounded into fielder's choice to third, Ozuna scored, Griffin out at second, Horwitz to third.
- 4th Inning3-11Cruz singled to right, Griffin scored.
- 4th Inning3-12Reynolds doubled to right, Cruz scored, Lowe to third.
- 4th Inning3-14O'Hearn singled to right, Lowe and Reynolds scored.
- 4th Inning3-15Horwitz singled to center, O'Hearn scored, Ozuna to second.
- 5th Inning4-15Lowe singled to right, Bleday scored.
- 6th Inning6-15Bleday homered to right (376 feet), Friedl scored.
- 8th Inning7-15Hayes grounded into double play, shortstop to second to first, Benson scored, Stephenson out at second.
- 8th Inning7-16Ozuna singled to center, Mangum scored, Ozuna to second.
- 8th Inning7-17Horwitz doubled to center, Ozuna scored.
Win probability
Above the line favours Pittsburgh Pirates, below favours Cincinnati Reds.
Venue
- PNC ParkPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Attendance23763
- OfficialsWillie Traynor, Alan Porter, Roberto Ortiz, Jim Wolf
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