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Game Wrap - Pittsburgh 8-4 Victors Over Tigers

Pittsburgh needed extra innings to claim victory on Thursday, scoring late against Detroit for a 8-4 final at Comerica Park.

Pittsburgh won as a -125 favorite, while Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 7 were rewarded at the payout window.

David Bednar earned the victory for the Pirates, throwing 1.2 innings of work, striking out 2, walking 1, and allowing 0 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Isiah Kiner-Falefa in the win.

Detroit got a 1-inning outing from Tommy Kahnle in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 0 hits in his time on the mound, while Trey Sweeney had 1 hits in the loss for the Tigers.

Pittsburgh enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-5 advantage in hits.

Pittsburgh looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Texas. Detroit will aim to get back on the winning track at Tampa Bay.