The Pirates took an early lead in the top of the first inning, as designated hitter Andrew McCutchen hit a solo home run off of Cubs left-handed starting pitcher Matthew Boyd. Tha

Mike Burrows held the Chicago Cubs to one run in 5.1 innings but the Pittsburgh Pirates’ offense was stifled in a 2-1 loss at Wrigley Field on Saturday afternoon.

Mike Burrows has shown improvement as a starter dating to his first outing in late May, but the Pittsburgh Pirates have continued to keep him on a short leash, turning to the bullpen when the 25-year-old has run into trouble.