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Nick Gonzales delivers bases-loaded sacrifice fly to lift Pirates to walk-off win over Phillies
Nick Gonzales watched Isiah Kiner-Falefa drop a bunt that rolled slowly down the third base line before stopping in fair territory, leaving the bases loaded for the Pittsburgh Pirates with no outs in the ninth inning. “I was as excited as if someone hit a homer,” Gonzales said. “To see...
Endy Rodriguez exits with right elbow issue, leaving Pirates shorthanded at catcher
When Endy Rodriguez was sidelined Friday night due to right elbow discomfort, it left the Pittsburgh Pirates with only one catcher against the Philadelphia Phillies. Pirates manager Don Kelly pulled Rodriguez after he experienced issues with his right elbow in the second inning. “We were just monitoring that,” Kelly said....
Pirates’ Braxton Ashcraft adjusting seamlessly to relief role as big-league career beginsVideo
If Braxton Ashcraft has any unease about beginning his big-league career as a reliever, compared to coming up through the minor leagues as a starter, he isn’t showing it. In fact, through three relief outings, Ashcraft has looked like he belongs. To be sure, there are differences in preparation as...
On Sports: Bubba Chandler still not called up; ex-Penguin Kasperi Kapanen shines in Stanley Cup Final
Reports of Aaron Rodgers planning to join the Steelers on a one-year deal undoubtedly dominated the headlines in Pittsburgh sports Thursday, but news on top Pirates prospect Bubba Chandler — at least of an anticipated promotion to the big-leagues — was not forthcoming. Plus, former Penguin Kasperi Kapanen put together...
Pirates farm report for June 5, 2025: Nick Solak homers, drives in 5 for Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 33-25) outslugged Memphis (Cardinals), 10-9. DH Nick Solak (.402) went 3 for 5 with a solo home run, his seventh, and five RBIs. LF Nick Yorke (.281) went 3 for 5 with two doubles, two runs scored and an RBI. 1B Billy Cook (.237) went 2 for 3...
Framber Valdez strikes out 11 as Astros beat Pirates following long rain delay
After the start of the game was delayed three hours, 22 minutes by rain, Framber Valdez made short work of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Houston left-hander struck out the side in the first inning on his way to recording a season-best 11 strikeouts in an 8-2 win Thursday night before...
U mad, bro?: Roaring opinions about Aaron Rodgers; idea of trading Paul Skenes within the division
If I know my audience (and sometimes, I’m not entirely sure that I do), I know that you will be mad if there is no “U mad, bro?” without fair warning. With that being said, here is that warning: No “U mad, bro?” next week. I’m off. So someone else...
Pirates’ Nick Gonzales relishes being back following 2-month recovery from ankle fracture
Nick Gonzales hadn’t quite forgotten what it was like driving to PNC Park with the knowledge he would be in the starting lineup, yet when he did Tuesday for the first time in more than two months, it evoked strong emotions. Gonzales’ 2025 season was derailed almost as soon as...
On Sports: Pitt players react to slight from Beanie Bishop. Spoiler alert: They didn’t like itVideo
In Thursday’s “On Sports,” Pitt players react to a viral slight from Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop, a West Virginia alum. New Penguins coach Dan Muse has a few lesser-known connections to Pittsburgh and his new organization. Plus, the Pirates’ Andrew McCutchen reached his 16th anniversary of making it to...
Pirates farm report for June 4, 2025: Indianapolis wins another Carmen Mlodzinski start
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 32-25) clobbered Memphis (Cardinals), 10-3. RHP Carmen Mlodzinski (2-0, 1.15) started and went five innings, allowing two runs on four hits with two walks and a strikeout. Indianapolis has won all three games Mlodzinski has started since being sent down May 21. C Brett Sullivan went 3 for...
Mike Burrows shines in start as Pirates shut out Astros to even series
Mike Burrows came out full of adrenaline, only to find himself in a 3-0 count against Houston Astros leadoff batter Jeremy Pena. That’s when Burrows came to a realization about the first two starts of his major-league career and slowed the game down. Burrows began by recovering to strike out...
Pirates catcher Joey Bart remains in concussion protocol; reliever Dauri Moreta closes in on Tommy John recovery
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart has returned to full baseball activities but remains in concussion protocol after absorbing multiple blows behind the plate May 27 against the Arizona Diamondbacks, said Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk. Bart, 28, was placed on the seven-day injured list May 28 after being...
Paul Skenes Q&A: Pirates ace speaks frankly about lack of run support in quality starts
Paul Skenes walked off the field to an ovation Tuesday night from the crowd of 15,891 at PNC Park after the 23-year-old right-hander recorded eight strikeouts and allowed one run over eight innings. The applause was more appreciation than celebration, as the Pittsburgh Pirates trailed the Houston Astros, 1-0. Skenes...
Pirates farm report for June 3, 2025: Konnor Griffin collects 3 hits in Bradenton victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 31-25) collected 10 hits but lost 4-2 to Memphis (Cardinals). 3B Alika Williams (.221) went 3 for 4. LF Matt Fraizer (.273) went 2 for 4 with a walk and a run scored. RF Billy Cook (.226) went 2 for 5 with an RBI and his seventh stolen...
Pirates shut out for 10th time, squandering 8-inning gem from Paul Skenes
This season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have showcased a remarkable propensity for wasting quality starts and otherwise solid outings by their rotation thanks to minimal offensive production. During his final start of May, Paul Skenes experienced a departure from that norm, when the Pirates plated 10 runs behind him. However, Tuesday...
Pirates reinstate INF Nick Gonzales from IL, recall RHP Kyle Nicolas from Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates ended the rehabilitation assignment of infielder Nick Gonzales and activated him from the 60-day injured list Tuesday, the club announced. To make room for Gonazles on the 26- and 40-man rosters, infielder Nick Solak had his contract assigned outright to Triple-A Indianapolis. In addition, reliever Kyle Nicolas...
On Sports: Steelers, Bucs finalizing joint camp practice; Livvy Dunne does split on swimsuit runwayVideo
Tuesday’s “On Sports” highlights a joint venture between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a look at how Livvy Dunne stole the show at the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue runway event, and North Allegheny grad Cole Young’s special moment when he got called up to the majors. Working jointly...
Pirates showing trust in Chase Shugart in big moments, as reliever embraces fireman role
After retiring 13 consecutive San Diego Padres, Andrew Heaney allowed two doubles in a span of three batters before Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly turned to the bullpen in the sixth inning. With two outs, a runner on second base and the Pirates protecting a two-run lead, Chase Shugart came...
Pirates claim utilityman Ronny Simon from Marlins, DFA reliever Tanner Rainey
The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon off waivers from the Miami Marlins on Monday afternoon. Simon, 25, was immediately optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. In a corresponding transaction, reliever Tanner Rainey was designated for assignment, creating a spot for Simon on the 40-man roster. Simon made his MLB debut with...
While chasing Clemente, Andrew McCutchen spoke up and showed the Pirates leadership
Andrew McCutchen started the weekend by staring down then shouting at the umpire after his controversial called third strike cost the Pittsburgh Pirates the go-ahead run in a loss to the San Diego Padres. The 38-year-old designated hitter challenged his teammates in a closed-door meeting by telling them to earn...
Pirates farm report for June 1, 2025: Termarr Johnson’s 2-run homer helps Curve rally for win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 31-24) was crushed 11-1 by Nashville (Brewers). CF Jack Suwinski (.253) hit his seventh home run of the season. He went 2 for 3 with a walk. 1B Billy Cook (.220) was 2 for 4 with a double. 3B Tsung-Che Cheng (.195) tripled. SS Nick Gonzales (.194) was...
Andrew McCutchen hits historic homer but Padres rally with 4-run 7th to beat Pirates
Andrew McCutchen moved into a tie with a franchise icon, but the Pittsburgh Pirates blew a chance to win successive series for the first time this season. McCutchen got the Pirates going when he hit a two-run home run in the third inning — his 240th with the Pirates —...
Pirates GM remains mum on timeline for promotion of top prospect Bubba Chandler
As Bubba Chandler plays the waiting game to be promoted, the man who makes that call remains non-committal about a timeline for baseball’s top pitching prospect to make his major-league debut. Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Sunday on his weekly radio show that Chandler’s efficiency and where he...
Great company: Andrew McCutchen homers to tie Roberto Clemente among Pirates’ leadersVideo
As franchise icons and jersey numbers go, Andrew McCutchen ranks behind Roberto Clemente in both categories. When it comes to home runs for the Pittsburgh Pirates, however, they are now tied. McCutchen hit a two-run homer against the San Diego Padres on Sunday, and his 240th with the Pirates ties...
Bailey Falter completes amazing month with another scoreless start as Pirates blank Padres
Bailey Falter brought new meaning to Mayday, causing opponents to use the distress signal with a masterful month on the mound. The Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander completed one of the best months for a starting pitcher in franchise history, finishing with only three earned runs for an 0.76 ERA in six...
