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Anthony Solometo tried throwing like everyone else when he was younger. The left-hander was taught to pick up a ball like everyone, with the intent to throw it overhand. He had an issue with dropping his arm...
Returning from Tommy John surgery, Braxton Ashcraft was just looking to remain healthy in his 2023 season. “The health was the biggest focal point of the season,” said Ashcraft at the end of last year’s campaign. “I...

July 12, 1979: Pirates Win, 5-3, to Sweep Astros

The Pirates won their fourth straight, beating Houston, 5-3.  The win gave them a three-game sweep on the road. For much of the game, Astros'...

July 8, 1979: Pirates Split Two With Reds

The Pirates split a doubleheader in Cincinnati.  The first game was a 4-2 loss, their fourth straight and third straight to the Reds.  They...

July 7, 1979: Reds Jump on Don Robinson, Beat Pirates, 6-2

Don Robinson lasted only an inning and a third as the Pirates lost to the Reds in Cincinnati, 6-2.  The defeat was their third...

July 6, 1979: Reds Edge Pirates in Ninth, 2-1

The Pirates dropped a walkoff game to Cincinnati, 2-1.  With the loss, they fell into a four-way tie for second with the Phillies, Cubs...

July 5, 1979: Pirates Blanked in St. Louis Finale

The Pirates couldn't get on the board against St. Louis, losing 2-0.  The loss cost them a chance for a four-game sweep on the...

July 4, 1979: Stargell, Madlock Hammer Cards

Willie Stargell and Bill Madlock led the offense as the Pirates won a holiday game in St. Louis, 6-4.  The win gave the Bucs...

July 3, 1979: Candelaria, Romo Shut Down Cards in 4-1 Win

John Candelaria and Enrique Romo held St. Louis to four hits and Dave Parker keyed the offense in a 4-1 Pirates win.  With the...

July 2, 1979: Bill Madlock Debuts as Pirates Edge Cards, 5-4

Bill Madlock had two hits in his debut as the Pirates' new third baseman as they beat St. Louis, 5-4.  The bullpen combined for...

July 1, 1979: Travel Day as Pirates Head to St. Louis for Four

The Pittsburgh Pirates have an off-day as they move on to St. Louis for four games against the Cardinals.  The Pirates will send out...

June 30, 1979: Longball Hurts Blyleven in Loss to Expos

Montreal used the longball against the Pirates, homering three times total off Bert Blyleven and Grant Jackson.  The Pirates made a run in the...

June 29, 1979: Bullpen Holds on as Pirates Edge Expos

The Pirates' bullpen held onto a one-run lead for the final three innings as the Bucs beat Montreal, 6-5.  The win puts the Pirates...

Pittsburgh Pirates Trade History: The California/Los Angeles/Anaheim Angels Edition

We have posted four Pirates Trade History articles here and will eventually get to all 30 teams. Some of the teams will have a...

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