Keller Sharp but Pirates Lose

Mitch Keller was sharp in his final outing of spring training, but the Pittsburgh Pirates lost to the visiting Boston Red Sox 6-3 on Sunday in a Grapefruit League game in Bradenton, Fla.

Keller allowed one run and three hits in 3 2/3 innings while striking out five and walking one. He will start the second game of the season on Saturday against the Mets in New York.

Catchers Henry Davis and Shawn Ross each hit their second home runs. Jaden Woods (0-1) was the losing pitcher.

The Pirates fell to 17-12.