Kuroda (9-10) gave up three hits and walked one batter in the Dodgers' fifth win in their last six games. The Dodgers have won 13 of of their last 15 to move five games ahead of Arizona for the NL West division lead.

Juan Pierre hit his first home run of the season with three hits and three runs scored and Manny Ramirez had three hits and a two RBI for LA.

Ross Ohlendorf (1-3) lasted just three innings in his third start of the season. He gave up three runs on five hits and four walks. Adam LaRoche hit a two-run homer to account for the Pirates' scoring.

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