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**Pirates lose heartbreaker as perfect game bid ends in defeat** - **Pirates' Jared Jones** dealt six perfect innings before being pulled, a decision that immediately drew scrutiny - **Atlanta's Joey Bart** crushed a two-run homer after the perfect game ended, sealing the Braves' win - **Pirates' bullpen** couldn't hold the line after Jones exited, turning a historic night into a loss - **Zach Lowe** is refusing to let his All-Star snub overshadow his strong individual performance - **Ben Cherington** publicly backed Brandon Keller as the righty works through his current struggles **Watch:** Whether the Jones hook sparks a broader conversation about Pittsburgh's handling of its young pitching staff. The lineup's set. Drop in.