In his first career start, Taillon tossed six innings, allowing three runs, six hits and two walks while striking out three against the Mets. He did not factor in the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Taillon held the Mets scoreless through three, showing poise as he worked with men on base in each of the innings. After inducing a double-play to clear the bases in the fourth, it looked like the rookie right-hander was about to side-step his way through another inning. Unfortunately, Taillon gave up a two-out double, then served up Ty Kelly's first career homer -- and, just like that the game was tied. The Pirates took the lead in the bottom half of the frame, but for the second straight inning, Taillon was unable to keep the Mets off the board as they tied the game. After pitching a scoreless sixth, Taillon's big day was done and he had logged a quality start. He's long been a top pitching prospect, but his status in the rotation moving forward is uncertain.