Tag Archives: Pittsburgh Pirates News
McKenry Learning to Adjust to Backup Role
After the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired catcher Michael McKenry from Triple-A Pawtucket (Red Sox) on June 12 of last season, McKenry went on to start in 58 games over the remainder of 2011…. Read more
Pirates Notebook: Should the Pirates Replace Correia in the Rotation?
After the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-hander A.J. Burnett during the off-season, Kevin Correia looked to be the odd man out of the rotation. Having six options, it looked as if… Read more
What Solutions Can the Pirates Make on Offense?
While the Pittsburgh Pirates pitching staff has been impressive this season, the offense has struggled to score runs. Their 100 runs scored is ranked dead last in the Majors this season…. Read more
Jose Tabata Gets His Swagger Back
Towards the end of April, Jose Tabata said that he was working on tweaking his swing. The outfielder was watching old videos from the 2011 season, and put that work into… Read more
Harrison’s Walk off Hit Ends Extra Inning Affair
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — After playing over three and a half hours in the rain at PNC Park on Sunday, burning through the bench and most of the bullpen, the Pittsburgh… Read more
McCutchen Placed on DL; Hanrahan Activated From Bereavement List
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right-hander Daniel McCutchen on the disabled list prior to the game on Sunday. As a corresponding move, they added closer Joel Hanrahan back… Read more
Morton Sharp as the Offense Comes Out Swinging in 5-2 Win
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Pirates bats came out swinging off the Houston Astros on Saturday night at PNC Park. After seeing the offense struggle the night before, the club… Read more
Lincoln Gets Nod Monday, Bedard Bumped to Wednesday
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle said on Saturday that lefty Erik Bedard (back spams) is not feeling healthy enough for his regular scheduled start for Monday in Miami. Instead, right-hander… Read more
The Power of the Pirates Bullpen
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has already shown their resiliency this season. Twice this year the ‘pen has been called upon to cover 8.0 innings. And they did so very efficiently…. Read more
Lack of Offense Spoils McDonald’s Impressive Outing
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — The Pirates entered game action hitting for just a .225 average, ranking 15th in the National League. The lack of offense resulted in several missed opportunities on… Read more
