The Pittsburgh Pirates almost definitely have the fastest outfield in the major leagues, but they're also making a case to have the best arms as well, especially Starling Marte. While Gregory Polanco has also recently showed off his arm, making runners think twice about tagging up on him, Marte has shown the range and arm, which puts eyes on him at all times. “Sitting out there in the bullpen when the game is going on, whatever ball is hit to Marte, it’s almost exciting to see what he’s ... Read More
AM Joe: Steelers kick off Heinz Field schedule this afternoon
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your day in sports for Sunday, September 20, 2015. What's on tap for today: The Steelers will open their 2015 home slate at Heinz Field when they host the San Francisco 49ers at 1:00 p.m. today. WPGH-TV Fox 53 Pirates (88-60) will got for a series win against the NL West-leading Dodgers (85-62) this afternoon at 4:10 p.m. ROOT Sports Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh headlines: Francisco Liriano outdueled Clayton Kershaw as the Bucs beat the Dodgers last ... Read More
Pirates maintain wild card lead; Melancon makes history
The pressure was on the Pittsburgh Pirates as a loss would result in a drop to third place in the National League Central. Instead, the Pirates defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday night by a 3-2 score. It has not been an easy week for the Pirates as the team lost four in a row and could not defeat Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta and Zack Greinke. Saturday, the Pirates drew Clayton Kershaw. An eighth inning Aramis Ramirez double, allowed for the Pirates to defeat Kershaw [14-7]. Kershaw ... Read More
AM Joe: Riverhounds to play for PA Derby Cup, playoff spot in Harrisburg
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your day in sports for Saturday, September 19, 2015. What's on tap for today: The Penguins continue training camp at their new Cranberry Twp. practice facility today at 9:15 a.m. Duquesne (2-0) will start the college football day off with a 1:00 p.m. start on the road against the Dayton Flyers. Robert Morris (0-2) will host Notre Dame (Ohio) for the school's homecoming game at 3:00 p.m. 1320 WJAS-AM, ESPN Radio 970 The Riverhounds (10-9-8) season is on the ... Read More
Josh Bell hits walk-off winner; Indians tie IL final
Faced with their second elimination game in a row, the Indianapolis Indians turned to Chad Kuhl to keep their season alive in Game 4 of the best-of-five Governor's Cup Championship at Victory Field on Friday night. Kuhl delivered for the first seven innings while he was on the mound and first baseman Josh Bell delivered the walk-off single to force a winner-take-all Game 5 against the Columbus Clippers Saturday night. Kuhl, a ninth-round pick of the Pirates in 2013, started 26 games for the ... Read More
Pirates lose opener to Dodgers; lead over Cubs down to one game
The Los Angeles Dodgers have defended Dodgers Stadium well all season and did so once again on Friday night, winning 6-2 over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The loss snapped a six-game winning streak that the Pirates had over L.A. and dropped them to 21-6 against National League West opponents this season. Early inning woes again reared their head again as the Dodgers scored single runs in both the first and second inning of the contest. Pirates catchers have had trouble getting runners out ... Read More
COLUMN: Kang injury leaves Pirates with big shoes to fill
A hush fell over PNC Park on Thursday. Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jung-Ho Kang dropped head first to the dirt near second base after Chicago Cub Chris Coghlan slid into second base, swept his outstretched legs under Kang’s, who was on the bag with the ball in hand about to throw to first to complete a double play, and his right knee collided into Kang’s left knee. It was not hard to see Kang was injured, as he was rolling side-to-side on the ground while clutching his left knee with his ... Read More
Glasnow, Indians stave off elimination in Governor’s Cup
Playing in their first elimination game of the postseason, the Indianapolis Indians looked to live to play another day against the Columbus Clippers in Game 3 of the best-of-five Governor's Cup Championship. The Indians guaranteed that Game 4 will be played at Victory Field in Indianapolis by overcoming a four-run deficit to defeat the Clippers 6-5. Pirates top prospect Tyler Glasnow got the ball in Game 3 for Indianapolis and he got off to a rocky start. Over his first four innings, Glasnow ... Read More
AM Joe: Late night Bucs return for visit to Chavez Ravine
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your day in sports for Friday, September 18, 2015. What's on tap for today: The Penguins first on-ice workouts will take place today at 9:15 a.m. The Pirates (87-59) are in Los Angeles for a three-game set with the NL West-leading Dodgers. Waiting for the Bucs is L.A. ace Zach Grienke. Clint Hurdle's squad will counter with lefty Jeff Locke. First pitch is a late one; 10:10 p.m. ROOT Sports Pittsburgh. Week 3 of WPIAL action gets underway this ... Read More
Pirates ‘Camera Guy’ finds decades of perfect shots
Chances are strong that most fans have seen Walt Srocki every night they've been to PNC Park. The name may not be known by all, but the face certainly is. For 28 seasons, Srocki has been a fixture at the ballpark. He is recognized as the man who wears a No. 0 "Camera Guy" jersey at every game. He had his own shirt made, as well as a trading card, which may be used as a Topps insert next season. Outside of camera work, Srocki has a passion for art, particularly painting, mainly influenced ... Read More