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Pirates trade RHP Bryse Wilson to Brewers for cash considerations
Bryse Wilson is headed to the Milwaukee Brewers. The Pittsburgh Pirates announced they traded the 25-year-old right-handed pitcher to their NL Central Division rival Wednesday for cash considerations. The Pirates designated Wilson for assignment Dec. 28, when they signed lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia. Wilson, 25, was 4-13 with a 5.37...
Memorial gathering held to commemorate 50th anniversary of Roberto Clemente’s death
A memorial gathering was held at the Roberto Clemente statue outside PNC Park on Saturday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of his death. Roberto Clemente Jr., his wife, Kailee, and their children, Roberto III, and Leo, along with family, friends and fans of the Pittsburgh Pirates legend, gathered at the...
2022 Year in Review: Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement, Franco Harris’ death among top stories in Pittsburgh sports
For the Pittsburgh Steelers, the year began with a victory lap of sorts and one final playoff appearance for Ben Roethlisberger. It ended with the Steelers breaking in a new quarterback and reeling from the sudden loss of one of the franchise’s all-time great players. Before he retired, Roethlisberger guided...
50th anniversary of Roberto Clemente’s death brings ‘mixed emotions’
At some point on New Year’s Eve, Tom Walker and his wife of 48 years, Carolyn, will raise a toast in their Pine Township home to the man who Walker says saved his life a half-century ago: Roberto Clemente. “None of this, none of the blessings I’ve had in life,...
Pirates sign lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia, designate RHP Bryse Wilson for assignment
The Pittsburgh Pirates finally have an Elephant in the room. Left-handed reliever Jarlin Garcia, a 6-foot-3, 215-pounder nicknamed “The Elephant,” officially signed Wednesday a one-year contract for $2.5 million with a club option at $3.25 million for 2024. “Signing Jarlín is part of our overall goal of adding left-handed pitching...
First Call: Odds on Brian Flores getting Broncos job; T.J. and Derek Watt react to J.J.’s retirement
Wednesday’s “First Call” has the odds on Pittsburgh Steelers assistant Brian Flores landing the Denver Broncos’ head coaching job. A former Steelers rival is getting a coaching position in the college ranks. Steelers players T.J. and Derek Watt are reacting to their brother J.J.’s retirement. We also preview the Penguins’...
Pirates add lefty to rotation by signing 42-year-old Rich Hill to 1-year, $8 million deal
The Pittsburgh Pirates found the left-hander they were looking to add to their starting rotation, agreeing to a one-year, $8 million contract with 42-year-old Rich Hill, pending a physical. Hill, who turns 43 on March 11, has an 82-59 career record with a 3.85 ERA and 1.23 WHIP in 350...
Pirates trade Diego Castillo to Arizona for pitching prospect; Rangers claim Nick Mears
The Pittsburgh Pirates parted ways with two players who were designated for assignment this week, one through a trade and the other on a waiver claim. The Pirates dealt infielder/outfielder Diego Castillo to the Arizona Diamondbacks for right-handed pitcher Scott Randall. The Texas Rangers claimed right-handed reliever Nick Mears off...
Pirates A to Z: Connor Joe’s career comes full circle with return to team that drafted him
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Connor Joe Position: Outfield/first base Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 30 (Aug. 16) Height: 6-foot Weight: 205 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed...
Pirates GM wants to ‘do more’ for lineup by adding another starting pitcher, position player
Ben Cherington isn’t finished with his Christmas shopping. The Pittsburgh Pirates general manager, who vowed to improve the major-league roster after back-to-back 100-loss seasons, said Wednesday that his wish list includes adding another starting pitcher and position player to the 40-man roster between now and the start of spring training....
Pirates make minor league managerial moves, as Kieran Mattison shifts to coordinator role
When the Pittsburgh Pirates announced the coaching staffs for their minor league affiliates, there was one notable name missing. Kieran Mattison, manager for Double-A Altoona this past season and High-A Greensboro in 2021, will shift to a new role as the Pirates’ outfield, baserunning and run game coordinator next season....
Pirates A to Z: Austin Hedges adds elite defense, hopes to mentor catching prospects
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Austin Hedges Position: Catcher Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 30 (Aug. 18) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 223 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed .163/.241/.248...
Pirates announce signing of free agent catcher Austin Hedges to 1-year, $5 million deal
Austin Hedges was raised in Southern California, but his family roots run deep in Pittsburgh, so the free-agent catcher was pumped about the prospect of playing games for the Pirates at PNC Park. Hedges visited his mother’s family in the South Hills every year, recounting with pride that his late...
Pirates A to Z: Already an elite defender at 3B, Jared Triolo showed versatility by playing CF
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Jared Triolo Position: Third base/shortstop/center field Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 24 (Feb. 8) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 212 pounds 2022 MLB statistics:...
Pirates acquire 1B/OF Connor Joe from Rockies in trade for minor league pitcher
The Pittsburgh Pirates added another veteran first baseman/outfielder Sunday, acquiring Connor Joe from the Colorado Rockies in a trade for a minor league pitcher. Joe, 30, is a former Pirates first-round pick, selected 39th overall in 2014 out of the University of San Diego. He was traded to Atlanta for...
Pirates A to Z: Selected in Rule 5 Draft, lefty reliever Jose Hernandez brings heat to bullpen
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Jose Hernandez Position: Pitcher Throws: Left Age: 24 (Dec. 31) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 205 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: None. Contract: Not yet...
Pirates agree to terms with catcher Hedges on 1-year, $5 million dealVideo
The Pittsburgh Pirates finally found a catcher, agreeing to terms Saturday with Austin Hedges on a one-year, $5 million contract, a source confirmed to the Tribune-Review. Hedges, 30, spent the past two-plus seasons with Cleveland, where he batted .163 with four doubles, seven home runs and 30 RBIs in 105...
Pirates A to Z: Claimed off waivers, Ryan Vilade seeks fresh start with opportunity in outfield
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Ryan Vilade Position: Outfielder/third baseman Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 23 (Feb. 18) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 226 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: None...
Pirates A to Z: Searching for consistency, Bryse Wilson will have to battle for starting job
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Bryse Wilson Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 24 (Dec. 20) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 250 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-9 with a...
Pirates A to Z: After rough start, Duane Underwood Jr. brought versatility to bullpen
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Duane Underwood Jr. Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 (July 20) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 225 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 1-6 with...
Pirates A to Z: After bouncing to bullpen, Vince Velasquez jumps at shot to be a starter again
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Vince Velasquez Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 30 (June 7) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 212 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-10 with a...
Defense: Former Pirates pitcher was humiliated when he was forced to walk like a woman at sex assault trial
When former Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez was on trial for statutory sexual assault of a teenage girl last year, the Westmoreland County judge on the case forced the 6-foot, 3-inch Venezuelan man to demonstrate the way the victim walked — including swaying his hips in front of the jury...
Vince Velasquez ready to ‘take advantage’ of opportunity with Pirates to return to rotation
When the Pittsburgh Pirates offered Vince Velasquez the chance to join their starting rotation, the 30-year-old right-hander had to make what he called “a quick decision.” “I realized the opportunity that was being given was definitely something I wanted to take advantage of,” Velasquez said Tuesday at PNC Park after...
Pirates A to Z: Zach Thompson showed versatility to be starter or long reliever
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Zach Thompson Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 29 (Oct. 23) Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 250 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-10 with a...
Pirates A to Z: Travis Swaggerty got his first major league hit, hopes it’s the ‘first of many’
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Travis Swaggerty Position: Outfielder Bats: Left Throws: Left Age: 25 (Aug. 19) Height: 5-foot-10 Weight: 200 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 1...
