Pirates vs. Nationals Takeaways: Bullpen Wastes Extra Innings Comeback Attempt

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a great chance to take a big series at home, but faltered short late on. The Pirates battled back from deficits of 4-0, 5-4 and 7-6, but ultimately fell 8-7 to the Washington Nationals at PNC Park in extra innings in the series finale.

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