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The Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 3–2 on July 27 at PNC Park in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of the 9.5-run Vegas total. Pittsburgh's offense manufactured just enough run support, collecting 9 hits and 3 RBI while striking out 9 times, posting a modest .758 OPS. Arizona's lineup was equally anemic, managing only 8 hits, 2 RBI, and a .706 OPS, though the Diamondbacks' pitching staff struck out 9 Pirates batters. The Pirates' pitching allowed 8 hits and 2 earned runs with a 4.30 ERA, while Arizona's hurlers limited Pittsburgh to 9 hits but surrendered 3 runs on a 4.23 ERA. Defensive discipline proved marginal, with Pittsburgh committing 1 error in a game that emphasized pitching depth over offensive firepower. Both teams combined for 17 hits and 5 runs—a testament to quality pitching and inefficient run production throughout. The Pirates' narrow victory keeps them competitive despite modest offensive output, while Arizona's inability to capitalize with runners in scoring position continues a troubling trend in close games.