Pittsburgh Pirates

Mahle, Reds avoid sweep, edge Pirates 1-0

By Associated Press

PNC Park PNC Park, the home of Major League Baseball's Pittsburgh Pirates is seen along the north shore of the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh, Wednesday, July 26, 2017. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic) (Keith Srakocic/AP)

By Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Tyler Mahle allowed five hits over six innings and the Cincinnati Reds avoided a sweep by edging Pittsburgh 1-0.

Pinch-hitter Asdrúbal Cabrera provided the game’s only run with a sacrifice fly against Cody Ponce.

Mahle improved to 12-5 for Cincinnati. The victory gave the Reds a little momentum at the end of a nine-game road trip in which they went 3-6.

The Pirates are now 0-14 this season when trying to sweep a series from an opponent.

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