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The Pittsburgh Pirates showed resilience and firepower as they bounced back from their first loss of the season with a 7-4 victory over the Washington Nationals. The Pirates wasted no time, scoring four runs in the first inning, thanks to Rowdy Tellez’s two-run single.

Connor Joe added to the offensive onslaught with a two-run homer in the fifth inning, while Michael A. Taylor had a stellar performance against his former team with three hits. Manager Derek Shelton praised the team’s collective effort, highlighting the contributions from multiple players.

Pitcher Martín Pérez celebrated his 33rd birthday with a solid performance, pitching 6 2/3 innings and allowing only two runs. The Pirates wrapped up their season-opening road trip with an impressive 6-1 record, showcasing their offensive prowess by scoring at least six runs in all but one game.

Despite a late rally from the Nationals, the Pirates held on for the win, with relievers Aroldis Chapman and David Bednar securing the victory. The Nationals, now 2-4, will look to bounce back in their upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

In other news, the Nationals placed center fielder Victor Robles on the 10-day injured list due to a strained left hamstring. Meanwhile, the Pirates will send rookie RHP Jared Jones to the mound in their next game against the Baltimore Orioles.

With a strong start to the season and a deep bullpen, the Pirates are poised for success as they head into their home opener against the Orioles. Fans can expect an exciting matchup as the team looks to continue their winning streak.