What happened: The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-6, handing Pittsburgh a loss in its 88th game of the 162-game season. The result snapped a short Pirates run and closed out the series matchup between the two clubs.
Why it matters: The loss leaves the Pirates at 13-16 on the season, continuing a rocky stretch that has them below .500. Philadelphia, sitting at 18-11, holds firm in the standings and adds another win to a strong campaign, widening the gap between the two teams.
By the numbers: Pittsburgh entered the day 13-16 with a 5.7-run scoring average against 5.6 allowed, while Philadelphia carried an 18-11 mark scoring 4.6 and allowing 4.2 per game. The clubs last met on June 29, when Pittsburgh took an 11-7 decision.
What to watch: The Pirates turn the page on the season's second half, with the broadcast slate continuing on SportsNet Pittsburgh and KDKA Radio.