The Pittsburgh Pirates stayed hot with another big offensive night, beating the Houston Astros and moving five games over .500. Neil and Doug break down the Pirates’ fourth straight win, Oneil Cruz’s huge three-run homer, Endy Rodriguez continuing to force his way into the lineup, Jake Mangum’s four-hit night, Brandon Lowe’s power, and an offense that keeps finding different ways to produce.

They also discuss Bubba Chandler’s uneven start, the value of the bullpen giving the Pirates length when needed, and the growing concern around Dennis Santana after another rough outing.

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