Cubs Rally to Defeat Pirates 14-10

The Pittsburgh Pirates suffered a dramatic loss to the Chicago Cubs despite leading 10-3 after five innings, with the Cubs rallying to win 14-10. Rookie pitcher Paul Skenes had a strong start, but the Pirates' bullpen allowed 11 runs in the final four innings, marking Pittsburgh's third consecutive loss. Skenes' girlfriend, gymnast and social media personality Livvy Dunne, expressed her disbelief on social media following the collapse. The loss keeps Pittsburgh at the bottom of the NL Central with a 62-71 record, while the Cubs improved to 68-66, staying in the playoff race. Skenes continues to have a standout rookie season with an 8-2 record and a 2.23 ERA.