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The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Colorado Rockies 3–1 on May 12 at PNC Park in a low-scoring contest that showcased Pittsburgh's pitching advantage. The Pirates' starter was economical, allowing just 4 hits and 1 earned run while striking out 10 batters with a 3.67 ERA, while Colorado's pitcher surrendered 9 hits and 3 earned runs across the outing. Pittsburgh's offense was modest but efficient, recording 9 hits with a .727 OPS and converting their opportunities into 3 runs, though they managed no home runs. The Rockies struck out 10 times against Pittsburgh's pitching and managed only 4 hits with a .711 OPS, mustering just 1 run despite avoiding strikeouts in their own pitching performance. The Pirates' clean defensive play—committing zero errors—proved decisive in controlling the game's tempo. Colorado's inability to generate offensive pressure, combined with Pittsburgh's strikeout-heavy pitching approach, defined the matchup's outcome. The result underscores Pittsburgh's emerging pitching depth as the team looks to sustain competitiveness in the division race.