BRADENTON, Fla. – Pittsburgh Pirates starter Bubba Chandler struck out eight batters over five strong innings as the hosts beat the Atlanta Braves 5-2 Thursday night during Grapefruit League action.

The right-hander allowed one hit and one walk and induced 10 swings and misses. Michael Darrell-Hicks earned the victory, tossing a scoreless eighth. 

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