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Tyler Mahle vs Heath Hembree Battle Sees Pittsburgh Fall 8-2

Cincinnati used a 2-HR day from Mike Moustakas on Friday at PNC Park as the Reds defeated Pittsburgh 8-2 in baseball action.

Bettors who backed the Reds were rewarded as -110 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.

Tyler Mahle earned the victory for the Reds, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 8, walking 1, and allowing 5 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Brandon Drury in the win.

Pittsburgh got a 1-inning outing from Heath Hembree in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 1 walks and 2 hits in his time on the mound, while Ben Gamel had 2 hits in the loss for the Pirates.

Cincinnati enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 10-7 advantage in hits.