Melancon retired the Reds in order for his second save in as many games Friday.
The Pirates closer has pitched in all four of Pittsburgh's games, but the team has enjoyed two off-days sandwiched between the contests. Melancon has struck out only one batter in 3.1 innings, but he has yet to issue a walk. The closer is off to a typically strong start with his free agency looming at the end of 2016.