The Pittsburgh Pirates used to be winners, even if they lost that reputation long ago. From the time they joined the National League in 1887 through the 2006 season, the Pirates had the sixth-best winning percentage among franchises that were still active, according to Baseball-Reference. Only the Yankees, Giants, Dodgers, Red Sox and Guardians were…
Feb 25, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mick Abel (74) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the sixth inning at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Mick Abel hopes to become a successful major league pitcher one day, and he’ll get an immediate glimpse of the prototype in…
May 11, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Right-hander Zack Wheeler will try to win his third consecutive start on Saturday when the Philadelphia Phillies attempt to clinch a rivalry series…
May 13, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets second baseman Brett Baty (7) is greeted by center fielder Tyrone Taylor (15) after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images One timely hit Tuesday night provided further evidence…
May 6, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images Paul Skenes is no stranger to the big stage. But on Monday night, one of baseball’s most electric pitchers will finally make his…
May 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (51) pitches to Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes (13) during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Joey Bart had two hits plus the walk-off fielder’s choice in the bottom of the ninth to lift the host Pittsburgh…
May 6, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale (51) pitches ball against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images The Atlanta Braves’ pitching rotation continues to put together strong performances over their past 10 games. Veteran left-hander Chris Sale (1-3, 4.07 ERA) started that…
May 10, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (right) congratulates first baseman Matt Olson (28) crossing hime plate on a solo home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Matt Olson homered and later scored the eventual winning run in the…
Apr 29, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Andrew Heaney (45) delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Atlanta’s AJ Smith-Shawver is coming off a career-best performance as he prepares to oppose Pittsburgh’s Andrew Heaney when the Braves take on the…
Apr 29, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (left) and bench coach Don Kelly (right) talk in the outfield before the game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Pirates are back home Friday night to face the Atlanta Braves with a new manager but…
