Cubs Beat Pirates, Move Above .500

The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrated the induction of three legends into their Hall of Fame, including Barry Bonds and Manny Sanguillén, during a ceremony that highlighted their contributions to baseball and the city of Pittsburgh. Bonds expressed gratitude for the fans' support over the years, while Sanguillén described his induction as a surprising honor. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs have recently shown improved performance, achieving a .500 record for the first time since June 5 after defeating the Pirates 18-8, marking their first such win since 1912. The Cubs are striving for a playoff berth but face challenges, as they are still 5.5 games behind the final Wild Card spot. Despite their recent successes, the Cubs' season has been underwhelming given their high expectations and significant payroll. The Pirates' Hall of Fame now has a total of 26 members following this latest induction ceremony.