Pirates/MLB category, Page 19

INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 37-28) swept a doubleheader from St. Paul (Twins). In the first game, a 6-2 Indianapolis win, DH Jack Suwinski (.248) went 1 for 3 with a three-run homer, his eighth. C Joey Bart (.500), rehabbing from a concussion, went 1 for 2 with two walks and two RBIs....

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ season continues to teeter on the brink as a result of a poor first two months. But winning six of nine during their recent homestand, as well as nine of their last 14 games overall, was encouraging, however large the Pirates’ overall hole continues to be. Looking...

As much as Andrew McCutchen would have loved for his historic home run to pass Roberto Clemente for third place in Pittsburgh Pirates history to be a no-doubter, his initial reaction was filled with fear. The 38-year-old designated hitter described in detail how he watched the ball hit at a...

INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 35-28) lost 5-4 to St. Paul (Twins). RHP Bubba Chandler (2.63) started but lasted only two-thirds of an inning, throwing 13 of his 31 pitches for strikes, issuing four walks and allowing one run. RHP JC Flowers (5.63) came on and pitched 4⅓ innings of no-hit relief. RHP...

Andrew McCutchen was hunting a home run, knowing he had yet to hit one at PNC Park this season and that his next would carry special significance in Pittsburgh Pirates history. McCutchen picked the perfect moment. With one out and two on in the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins,...

With both Opening Day catchers on the injured list, the Pittsburgh Pirates are taking steps closer to getting some clarity at the position. Endy Rodriguez, out since June 7 with right elbow inflammation, is scheduled to visit orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles this week. Dr. ElAttrache performed...

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a bullpen move Wednesday that could affect their starting pitching plans this season. Right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski, who moved from a relief role to the starting rotation this season, was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis and is expected to be used out of the bullpen. Mlodzinski was 1-4...

INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 35-27) scored twice in the bottom of the 10th to beat St. Paul (Twins), 3-2. SS Tsung-Che Cheng (.220) went 2 for 3 with a stolen base and walked with the bases loaded to tie the score in the 10th. LR Ronny Simon (.328) followed with the game-winning...

A Ke’Bryan Hayes home run provided a momentum swing for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Miami Marlins, so it was fitting he had a chance to be the hero with two outs in the ninth inning. Hayes came to bat with a pair of runners in scoring position, only to...

Don Kelly seemed stunned to learn before Monday’s game against the Miami Marlins that it marked one month since he had been named manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, perhaps because he’s been too busy adjusting to his new role to spend time in reflection. “It’s been a month?” Kelly asked...

After Bryan Reynolds had cleared the loaded bases with a triple in a four-run third inning, the Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder was feeling good about the cushion they had built over the Miami Marlins. “Then I remembered opening weekend they just kept coming back on us, so obviously wanted some...

Jared Triolo knew runs would be hard to come by against the Philadelphia Phillies, so he came to the plate in the second inning with one out, a runner at first base and looking to do damage. When Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sanchez threw a 2-0 sinker over the middle of...

INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 34-27) topped Memphis (Cardinals), 6-2. RHP Thomas Harrington (3-6, 5.76) tossed six scoreless innings, allowing two hits with two walks and three strikeouts to earn the win. DH DJ Stewart (.142) was 3 for 4 with a double and two RBIs. CF Jack Suwinski (.246) was 2 for...

Given how the season has gone for the Pittsburgh Pirates, it’s unsurprising that before this weekend at PNC Park, they had failed to record a sweep entering their 21st series of the year. But back-to-back wins over the Philadelphia Phillies set up that scenario Sunday, and the Pirates had the...

When it comes to Pittsburgh Pirates catchers, Ben Cherington covered the good, the bad and the ugly Sunday on his weekly radio show. The Pirates general manager focused on the positives when discussing a position of constant change, as injuries that have taken a toll on Joey Bart and Endy...

INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 33-27) lost 10-2 to Memphis (Cardinals). LF Ronny Simon (.357) went 1 for 4 with his second home run. RF Matt Fraizer (.270) went 1 for 3 with a double and an RBI. 1B Billy Cook (.253) went 2 for 5 with a run scored. RHP Drake Fellows...

Isaac Mattson found himself in a precarious position Saturday afternoon, and it had nothing to do with taking an early-morning flight from Memphis and arriving at PNC Park just a few hours before first pitch. Recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis, the Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed reliever inherited a runner on third base...

The Pittsburgh Pirates revealed their Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in advance of Saturday afternoon’s matchup at PNC Park against the Philadelphia Phillies. This year’s three-member class is composed of outfielder Kiki Cuyler, pitcher Vern Law and outfielder/first baseman Al Oliver. Cuyler (1898-1950) played for the Pirates from 1921-27,...

The Pittsburgh Pirates made roster moves Saturday afternoon ahead of their home game vs. the Philadelphia Phillies. Catcher Endy Rodriguez was placed on the 10-day injured list and, with Joey Bart still sidelined because of a concussion, fellow catcher Brett Sullivan had his contract selected from Triple-A Indianapolis. To make...