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Pirates Clinch Series with 4-3 Win Over Cubs

4/12/2026

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Summary

Pirates Secure Series

On April 11, 2026, the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to clinch the series.
In the 11th inning, Cubs pitcher Caleb Thielbar's throwing error allowed Nick Gonzales of the Pittsburgh Pirates to score the go-ahead run.
Oneil Cruz led the Pirates with four hits.
Alex Bregman tied the game with a ninth-inning single.
The Cubs left 16 runners on base and went 1-for-15 with runners in scoring position.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 Major League Baseball strike, initiated on August 12, marked the first cancellation of the World Series since 1904, resulting in a loss of $1 billion in revenue. Led by Donald Fehr, the players' union opposed owners' salary cap proposals amid rising tensions. This conflict highlighted ongoing financial struggles for teams like the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs, shaping labor relations in baseball today.

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Pirates Secure Series

On April 11, 2026, the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to clinch the series.
In the 11th inning, Cubs pitcher Caleb Thielbar's throwing error allowed Nick Gonzales of the Pittsburgh Pirates to score the go-ahead run.
Oneil Cruz led the Pirates with four hits.
Alex Bregman tied the game with a ninth-inning single.
The Cubs left 16 runners on base and went 1-for-15 with runners in scoring position.

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