What happened: The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Kansas City Royals 4-3.
Why it matters: The victory gives Pittsburgh a 3-0 lead in the series and extends the team's winning streak to three games, bringing its overall record to 74-74. Kansas City drops to 65-84 with its third consecutive defeat.
By the numbers: The Pirates have outscored the Royals 18-13 over their last three matchups, securing consecutive 8-5, 6-5, and 4-3 victories.
What to watch: Pittsburgh will look to build on its three-game winning streak.