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Pirates down Padres for third win in last 20 games

Associated Press

Friday, September 18, 2009

PITTSBURGH -- Charlie Morton helped the Pittsburgh Pirates get an all-too-rare win in the closing days of another lost season. Morton allowed one run in seven innings, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates win for only the third time in their past 20 games, 5-1 over the San Diego Padres Friday night. Morton (4-8) had lost six of his past seven decisions and had a 7.13 ERA since the beginning of August but shook off a rough first inning Friday to allow only six hits and a walk. "I think he's gaining ...

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