Tommy Pham went 3 for 3 and drove in three runs, Spencer Horwitz and Bryan Reynolds also had three hits, and the Pittsburgh Pirates used a five-run fifth inning to beat the Texas Rangers 8-3 and avoid a three-game sweep.

Tommy Pham had three hits, including two run-scoring doubles, to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-3 victory over the Texas Rangers on Sunday afternoon.

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham is known for his heated interactions with fans and another one took place in the most recent game. The Pirates faced off against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park for the second game of a doubleheader and the series finale on June 19.