Pirates 37-26 vs Giants 33-29

The big story in this one, Gerrit Cole the No. 1 overall pick from 2 years ago making his 1st start with the Pirates. And he was outstanding. The first batter Cole faces, Gregor Blanco… STRIKE 3 Cole got him on a 99mph fastball. 2nd inning still 0-0 but bases loaded for the Pirates, Cole up to bat and he jacks one into the outfield for a 2RBI single! 7th inning 6-2 Pirates, 1 on, 1 out and Pedro Alvarez goes deep with a 2 run shot to left and the Pirates win 8-2.

RH  E

SF    2 8   1
PIT 8 12 0

Key Players

(PIT) Alvarez 3-3 HR (14), 3 RBI

(PIT) McCutchen 2-3, 2B, 2 R

Pitching

W: (PIT) Cole (1-0) 6 1/3 IP, 2 ER, 2 K

L: (SF) Lincecum (4-6) 4 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 4 K

Pablo Sandoval: Placed on 15-Day DL (strained left foot)

Gerrit Cole: 1st Pirates starter to win debut since 205