Pirates Recap: Keller Struggles in Loss, Triolo Makes Mic’d Up Web Gem

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Whit Merrifield (15) is caught stealing second base as Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Jared Triolo (19) applies the tag to end the third inning of a spring training baseball game in Bradenton, Fla., Tuesday, March 7, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

It was a struggle on Monday night for Mitch Keller in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 6-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles at LECOM Park in Bradenton.

Keller allowed four runs, three of which were earned, across 3.1 innings pitched. Although the right-hander allowed four hits, command was the biggest issue for him. Keller issued three walks and needed 71 pitches (42 strikes) to get through his outing. He struck out three batters.

All three earned runs against Keller came in the third inning. Daz Cameron singled home a pair with one out. Later on, Jordan Westburg knocked in another with a base hit against Jack Carey, who temporarily replaced Keller to end the inning as permitted by spring training rules.

Mic’d Up For Web Gem

Pirates third baseman Jared Triolo was mic’d up with the broadcast team on Sportsnet Pittsburgh in the top of the fourth inning.

The timing could not have been better as the reigning Gold Glove winner made a diving stop on a ground ball to his left, gathered himself and delivered a strong and accurate throw across the diamond for the out.

In addition to his defensive gem, Triolo recorded a triple for the second-straight game. He has five hits in his last eight at-bats.

Notable Pirates’ Performances

  • Mitch Keller: 3.1 innings, four hits, four runs (three earned), three walks, three strikeouts
  • Bryan Reynolds: 2 for 3, one RBI, one steal
  • Jack Suwinski: 1 for 3, one double, one RBI, one run
  • Isiah Kiner-Falefa: 2 for 3

Up next, the Pirates will host the New York Yankees at LECOM Park at 1:05 ET on Tuesday. Reigning Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes will be on the mound.

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