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Brewers come into matchup against the Pirates on losing streak

The Milwaukee Brewers aim to stop their three-game losing streak with a victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates

AUGUST 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Reynolds' leadoff HR in 9th powers Pirates past Brewers 8-7

Bryan Reynolds hit a solo homer to lead off the bottom of the ninth inning, powering the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-7 win over the Milwaukee Brewers

AUGUST 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Shelved with back inflammation The Pirates placed Bednar on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with low-back inflammation.

Impact Bednar's back injury cropped up earlier this week and left him unavailable for a save chance in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Brewers. Wil Crowe worked around a hit and struck out the side to notch his third save of the season, and he likely projects as manager Derek Shelton's preferred choice to close games while Bednar is on the shelf. Bednar will be eligible to return from the IL in mid-August.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back issue resurfaces Manager Derek Shelton said Bednar was unavailable during Tuesday's win over the Brewers due to a lower-back injury, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Impact Bednar missed some time with the back issue a month ago and was able to avoid the injured list, and it remains to be seen if he'll require a trip to the shelf this time around. In his absence, Wil Crowe picked up save Tuesday, and Yerry De Los Santos could also be in the mix for saves should Bednar be forced to miss additional time.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hoskins' HR in 10th inning lifts Phillies past Pirates 4-2

Rhys Hoskins drilled a go-ahead two-run homer in the top of the 10th to lift the Philadelphia Phillies past the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2

JULY 30, 2022 • Associated Press

MLB trade deadline 2022: Which 'future Dodgers' could help them win it all?

Juan Soto was serenaded with "future Dodger" in L.A. Short of that blockbuster, Rowan Kavner identifies who could help L.A. win the title.

JULY 28, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

MLB trade deadline 2022: Which 'future Dodgers' could help them win it all?

Takes loss in relief Bednar (3-4) took the loss in Sunday's 6-5 game against Miami, allowing two runs (one earned) on two hits while striking out two and walking none over one inning.

Impact Bednar entered the game with a 4-4 tie in the 10th inning, but he took the loss after a run scored on an error and after allowing another run to score on a single. In four appearances since July 13, Bednar has a blown save and two losses to go with just one save. He has a 4.66 ERA for the month but remains Pittsburgh's main closer. He will take a 2.96 ERA into his next outing.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alcantara fans 10 in 6 innings, Marlins beat Pirates in 10

Nick Fortes and Miguel Rojas hit RBI singles in the 10th inning and the Miami Marlins beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-5

JULY 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Notches 17th save Bednar earned a save against the Marlins on Saturday, allowing one walk and striking out two batters in one scoreless inning.

Impact A sixth-inning run gave Pittsburgh a 1-0 lead heading into the ninth frame, and Bednar was summoned to preserve the shutout. He issued a one-out walk but managed to keep Miami off the scoreboard. Bednar yielded five runs (four earned) and blew a save in his final 3.2 innings prior to the All-Star break, but his grip on the closer role in Pittsburgh appears to be secure. He's racked up 17 saves on the campaign, sixth-most in the National League.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quintana goes seven innings, leads Pirates over Marlins 1-0

Jose Quintana pitched seven strong innings and combined with two relief pitchers on a five-hitter as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 1-0

JULY 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Rosenthal: The story behind Mets' Edwin Díaz helping get Pirates' David Bednar into All-Star Game Pirates closer David Bednar thought his moment to pitch had passed. It might have, if not for Edwin Díaz.

JULY 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

David Bednar shines with scoreless ninth inning in MLB All-Star Game LOS ANGELES — David Bednar enjoyed a couple memorable moments earlier this season at Dodger Stadium, including a Pirates' sweep — their firs...

JULY 20, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

MLB All-Star Game 2022: Julio Rodríguez, Ian Happ lead list of 34 first-timers

Jordan Shusterman tracks the journeys of 34 first-time All-Stars, from phenom Julio Rodríguez to anonymous reliever Joe Mantiply.

JULY 19, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

MLB All-Star Game 2022: Julio Rodríguez, Ian Happ lead list of 34 first-timers

David Bednar on ketchup bottles, trade talk and the All-Star Game Pirates closer David Bednar chatted with the Post-Gazette about a couple things from the MLB All-Star Game in Los Angeles.

JULY 19, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

All-Star in his hometown? Indescribable for Bednar Champagne wouldn’t suffice. Only the hometown elixir would be appropriate for the hometown kid. David Bednar, Pittsburgh’s reliever extraord...

JULY 18, 2022 • MLB.COM

Implodes Wednesday Bednar (3-3) got the loss Wednesday after he blew a save, surrendering three runs on three hits and a walk over two-thirds of an inning in a 5-4 extra-inning defeat to the Marlins.

Impact Bednar was called upon for the second straight night to protect a late lead, but Wednesday was a far different story than the day prior. After being entrusted with a 4-2 lead when he entered in the bottom of the 10th, Bednar allowed three singles and two runs before uncorking a game-ending wild pitch with two outs. The blown save was his fourth of the year and first in his last six save opportunities. Overall, Bednar has converted 16 saves in 20 chances, generating a 3.16 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 56 punchouts over 42.2 innings in 36 appearances this season.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marlins score 3 in 10th to rally past Pirates 5-4

Jesús Aguilar hit a tying single and scored the winning run on a wild pitch as the Miami Marlins rallied for three runs in the bottom of the 10th inning to beat the Pittsburgh Pira...

JULY 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Nails down 16th save Bednar gave up a hit and struck out one in a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday to record his 16th save of the season in a 3-2 win over the Marlins.

Impact The 27-year-old closer has looked a little vulnerable lately, giving up runs in four of his last 10 appearances with a 6.97 ERA, 1.65 WHIP and 14:5 K:BB through 10.1 innings over that stretch, but Bednar didn't falter Tuesday. Barring a deadline trade to a contender, he figures to remain the ninth-inning job in Pittsburgh down the stretch even with some occasional lapses.

JULY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cruz, Marisnick help streaking Pirates beat Marlins 3-2

Rookie Oneil Cruz hit a tiebreaking RBI triple and Jake Marisnick homered for the second straight game, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 3-2

JULY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

MLB Team of the Week: Kris Bryant breaks out in Colorado

Kris Bryant made a big splash this week, as did two Texas Rangers. Ben Verlander breaks it down in his Team of the Week.

JULY 11, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

MLB Team of the Week: Kris Bryant breaks out in Colorado

Atlanta Braves’ Austin Riley & Kris Bryant highlight Ben's 'Team of the Week' | Flippin' Bats

JULY 11, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Hometown kid Bednar makes first All-Star team MILWAUKEE -- Mars’ own is headed to the city of stars. David Bednar was named a National League All-Star on Sunday, the first All-Star Gam...

JULY 10, 2022 • MLB.COM

Pirates hit 4 homers to beat Brewers 8-6, win series

Touted rookie Oneil Cruz hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning and Daniel Vogelbach added a three-run shot in the ninth to power the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-6 victory over...

JULY 10, 2022 • Associated Press

'Really special': David Bednar to represent Pirates at MLB All-Star Game David Bednar, who was born in Mt. Lebanon and grew up in Mars, will represent the Pirates at the MLB All-Star Game.

JULY 10, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Ohtani a 2-way All-Star again; 6 Yankees, 5 Braves, Astros

Los Angeles Angels sensation Shohei Ohtani repeated as a two-way All-Star when he was picked for the AL pitching staff, two days after he was elected to start at designated hitter