Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jared Jones delivered an impressive performance, striking out three and pitching two perfect innings using just 24 pitches, of which 18 were strikes. Jones has achieved a remarkable start to his career, recording seven or more strikeouts in each of his first five starts, a feat matched by only three other pitchers since 1893: Masahiro Tanaka, Stephen Strasburg, and Jose DeLeon. Additionally, Jones' 39 strikeouts in these starts rank him ninth in the historical record for most strikeouts in the first five career starts. In the same game, Oneil Cruz contributed significantly by driving in two runs with his third hit of the night, bringing the Pirates' lead to 4-1.
Jared Jones' 39 strikeouts through his first 5 career starts are tied for the 9th most in our database 🔥 #Pirates ⎹ #MLB https://t.co/rhhr3wQ5Rh
Oneil Cruz strikes again. His third hit of the night drives home a pair. Bucs now lead 4-1.
Jared Jones with 7 or more strikeouts in each of his 5 career starts. Only three other major leaguers since 1893 have accomplished that: Masahiro Tanaka, NYY, 2014 Stephen Strasburg, WSH, 2010 Jose DeLeon, PIT, 1983
#Pirates Jared Jones is the 4th pitcher in baseball history to have 7+ strikeouts in each of his first 5 career starts (via @OptaSTATS)
Jared Jones dominant tonight through two innings. Two perfect innings, three strikeouts, 24 pitches, 18 strikes. Maybe the Pirates will get nuts & just let him go this time.