In the series finale at PNC Park, the Tampa Bay Rays fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates with a score of 6-3. Despite the loss, pitcher Shane McClanahan showcased significant improvement, striking out five batters and not allowing any walks, though he surrendered four runs over four and a third innings. The Rays managed to take a 2-1 lead in the fifth inning with a two-RBI single from Feduccia, but the Pirates quickly responded, scoring four runs in the fifth to take control of the game. The Rays' only other run came from Junior's solo home run in the ninth inning, bringing his season total to five. With this defeat, the Rays now hold a record of 12-9, sitting half a game behind first place in their division. They will next host the Cincinnati Reds for a three-game series starting Monday night.