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'Got to build on'

Pirates finish 3-3 out West amid signs of progress

By Greg Macafeein Los Angeles

The offense provided sparks, the pitching remained consistent and the Pirates split their six-game West Coast road trip against the Dodgers and Angels while showing signs of improvement. But, they still have a long way to go.Read More

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