Pirates starting pitcher Charlie Morton got back on track Tuesday against the Cardinals, but the bullpen cost him a chance at a win.
Morton, who has failed to toss a quality start in either of his previous two outings, was solid against the Cardinals. He was handed a 3-0 lead after the first two innings, and was able to make it stick up through his outing, eventually allowing two runs over six innings of work.
Morton allowed his two runs on seven hits and a pair of walks. He threw 61 of 99 pitches for strikes in the outing, while striking out three batters. He was in line to win, before closer Mark Melancon allowed the Cardinals to tie the game in the ninth, saddling him with a no-decision.
Martin is 4-3 with a 3.79 ERA in 11 starts. He is set to take his next turn in the rotation Sunday against the Diamondbacks.