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Pirates fall to Reds in series opener
Pirates pitcher Bailey Falter (3-6) gave up four runs and five hits.
(AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
The Pirates opened up a three-game series in Cincinnati with an 11-5 loss.
The Reds put together a five-run fourth inning. Ellie De La Cruz had three RBI's for Cincinnati.
Pirates pitcher Bailey Falter (3-6) got the start and gave up four runs and five hits.
Bryan Reynolds extended his hitting streak to 21 games, which is the longest active streak in the majors.
Oneil Cruz hit a two-run homer in the loss.
Pittsburgh has lost two straight and falls to 37-41 on the season.
They'll play the Reds at 7:10 pm Tuesday with Mitch Keller on the mound.