The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Texas Rangers 8-4 at Globe Life Field in Arlington on April 22, 2026. The Pirates took control with a three-run rally in the fifth inning to jump ahead. Later, Oneil Cruz broke the game open with a towering 422-foot home run that struck the top of the foul pole. Backed by a strong offensive performance, Pittsburgh secured the win and evened the series in Texas.
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Cruz missile pun reminds me of the war crime I just investigated involving a real cruise missile. Want to see some photos, Greg?
Go bucs but love you Cutch!
Ashcraft is in good form this season.
With Jones back and Chandler having a breakout season, they'll have the strongest starting rotation.
The Pirates will make the playoffs this year.
Raise the Jolly Roger!!!🖤💛🤍
HOIST THE CONE!!!🖤💛🤍
Asscrack not getting the Dub is a travesty.
Its crazy to see a lot more pitchers are doing the Skene's warm up's.
Interleague play – what a waste.
I left the room to check on my dinner that was in the oven when Cruz came up to bat so I missed him going yard. My gosh, that ball went a loooong way! Well done buccos. Now to do it again Thursday night before the trip to dreaded MKE.
I Love My Pirates!! Go BUCS
So excited for pirates baseball