Pirates super-utility specialist Josh Harrison has been named to his first All-Star game by NL manager Mike Matheny. "It was one of those things where we had a meeting today and Hurdle tells us he has three announcements. 'First thing, Andrew McCutchen is going to be on the All-Star team.' He then told us, 'Given everything, Matheny had to make a couple choices and he chose two more of our guys.' and that's when he announced me and Watson and everybody clapped for us," said ... Read More
Tony Watson Named to First All-Star Game
Pirates LHP Tony Watson has been selected to his first All-Star game by NL manager Mike Matheny. "I'm really proud to represent this team, represent the Pirates organization in the All-Star game," said Watson. "It wasn't something I was expecting, but I'm honored to even be in the conversation and now to know that I'm going feels tremendous." Watson currently posts a 5-0 record with a 0.89 ERA (4 ER) in 40 2/3 IP. He has struck out 49 batters while walking only 10. He went 26 appearance in ... Read More
Andrew McCutchen Named All-Star Starter by Fan Vote
Andrew McCutchen has been named to his fourth straight All-Star game. He will be a starter as the Pirates CF received the most votes among NL outfielders in this year's fan vote. "It's a great feeling," said McCutchen. "Definitely an honor, and I'm just happy I'm going to have some guys come with me and accompany me out there. I'm glad that the fans came out to vote, and it's a great honor" McCutchen currently posts a .322/.542/.965 split with 26 doubles (T-1st for MLB OF), three triples, ... Read More