Pirates closer Mark Melancon had a rough outing on Wednesday, but he was able to hang on to record his 34th save of the year in the 7-5 win over the Cubs.
Melancon entered the game in the ninth, working with a three-run lead. He allowed a lead-off single to Starlin Castro, who would wind up scoring. But Melancon got Dexter Fowler swinging to end the game.
This was the first time Melancon had been scored upon since June 5, spanning 24 appearances. It's the first earned run he has allowed since May 11.