In a thrilling finale to the regular season, Alex Verdugo's two-run single propelled the New York Yankees to a 6-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Verdugo's clutch hit came in the eighth inning, breaking a 4-all tie and capping off a challenging season for him.

The Yankees, who secured home-field advantage for the playoffs, showcased a strong performance, despite some struggles from their pitching staff. The Pirates ended their season with a sixth consecutive losing record.

The Pittsburgh Pirates ended their three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Yasmani Grandal's homer in the seventh tied the game, while Nick Gonzales secured the win with an eighth-inning single.

Pirates pitcher Luis Ortiz delivered a solid performance, allowing two runs and striking out seven in six innings. Aroldis Chapman secured his 10th save of the season.

Brendan Donovan had a productive night for the Cardinals, contributing a pair of RBIs.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa's standout performance, including a crucial go-ahead single, helped the Pittsburgh Pirates secure a 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals, avoiding a three-game sweep.

While Brady Singer of the Royals struggled, the Pirates managed to capitalize, with key contributions from Kiner-Falefa, Bryan Reynolds, and Aroldis Chapman maintaining their lead in the closing innings.

Pittsburgh Pirates' manager Derek Shelton has decided to remove David Bednar as the team's closer, opting for a committee approach for the role. Bednar's recent performance has been disappointing, with numerous blown saves.

The Pirates struggled overall in August, leading to tough losses, including a recent sweep by the Chicago Cubs. The team is contemplating various options for the closer position as they prepare for their upcoming games against the Cleveland Guardians.

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