Pirates survive a wild 13-12 finish as a 9th-inning throwing error seals win over Giants

In a thrilling 13-12 victory, the Pittsburgh Pirates edged out the Giants in a game marked by a critical ninth-inning error. Brandon Lowe's decisive third-inning hit set the stage for the Pirates' resurgence, as he moved to third on a fielder's choice and later scored when Oseilvis Basabe's throw to first went awry. Pittsburgh's Rafael Flores Jr. then committed the fatal error when his throw to first was unsuccessful, allowing Lowe to score the game-winning run.

The Pirates had already rallied from a six-run deficit, driven by four hits from Rafael Cruz, who also contributed to four runs. Despite allowing the Giants to tie the game at 12 in the top of the ninth, Pittsburgh's defense stepped up, with Spencer Horwitz and Jacob Gonzalez adding two hits each. Mason Montgomery's strong performance in the ninth ensured the Pirates maintained the lead.

The Pirates' victory keeps their National League record at a dismal 24-46, while the Giants fall to 24-46 on the road. The series will continue on Wednesday, with Landen Roupp facing Bubba Chandler.