ATLANTA — It wasn’t a walkoff, although it’s doubtful Kevin Newman is counting.
Shoot, the Pirates shortstop might be too busy keeping track of Adam Frazier’s hits, which has been a tall task these days. The same for logging the important performances from the Pirates bullpen.
The Pirates earned a 6-4 victory over the Braves at Truist Park on Thursday for a multitude of reasons, not solely Newman’s single in the 10th inning, although that is what pushed Pittsburgh in front for good. Gregory Polanco added a sacrifice fly for good measure, as the Pirates improved to 18-25 on the season.