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Pirates Rally After Disputed Call, End Skid

Nady's two-run single the difference in 3-2 squeaker vs. Florida

By Jesse Andrews,  Newser User

Posted Apr 22, 2008 9:58 PM CDT

(Newser) – Xavier Nady's two-run single completed a three-run Pirates comeback after a questionable call apparently cost them a run in the sixth inning, and Pittsburgh ended a six-game losing streak by beating Florida 3-2. Paul Maholm (1-2) limited the Marlins to one run and four hits over six innings, ending a six-game, 11.38-ERA slide for Pittsburgh's starters.

The Marlins' three-game winning streak was also halted. Marlins starter Ricky Nolasco (1-2) allowed only one hit over five shutout innings and appeared to get a break in the sixth when second base umpire Scott Barry called Nate McLouth out at second on a steal attempt. TV replays showed McLouth on the base before he was tagged.

Pittsburgh Pirates closer Matt Capps pitches in the ninth inning against the Florida Marlins.
Pittsburgh Pirates closer Matt Capps pitches in the ninth inning against the Florida Marlins.   (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Pittsburgh Pirates' Ryan Doumit scores on a two-run single by Xavier Nady in the sixth inning.
Pittsburgh Pirates' Ryan Doumit scores on a two-run single by Xavier Nady in the sixth inning.   (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Florida Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla, left, drops the ball after tagging Pittsburgh Pirates  outfielder Nate McLouth.
Florida Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla, left, drops the ball after tagging Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Nate McLouth.   (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
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