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Rich Hill’s importance two-fold during Pirates’ rough stretch

By Danny Demilio - Sports Now Group Pittsburgh
Rich Hill Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Rich Hill collects himself after giving up a two-run triple to Chicago Cubs' Nico Hoerner during the third inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh, Wednesday, June 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (Gene J. Puskar/AP)
By Danny Demilio - Sports Now Group Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to fall further and further out of a potential playoff spot and under .500 on the season.

It was just last week that the Pirates were atop the division. Now, they reside in fourth-place.

After losing to the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park on Wednesday afternoon, the Pirates have lost nine-straight games after getting swept in three-straight series against National League Central opponents.

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