Game #43: Astros 4, Pirates 2

The Bucs and Astros met again on Saturday night.  A.J. Burnett took the hill on his bobblehead night, squaring off against member of the 2012…

Is it better to be lucky or good?
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Is it better to be lucky or good?

This past offseason, a lack of optimism seemed to be present among the Bucco fan base. After all, the team had just completed their 20th consecutive…

Game #42: Pirates 5, Astros 4

Hello, old friend. The Astros made their not-so-triumphant return to PNC Park tonight for the first time as members of the American League.  They jumped…

Series Preview: Pirates vs. Astros

Pittsburgh Pirates (24-17) vs. Houston Astros (11-30) May 17, 2013 – 7:05 pm May 18, 2013 – 7:05 pm May 19, 2013 – 1:35 pm…

How will Francisco Liriano fare at PNC Park?
Analysis & Stats

How will Francisco Liriano fare at PNC Park?

Throughout the course of its 13-year existence, PNC Park has built the reputation of a pitcher-friendly ballpark. Look no further than ESPN’s MLB Park Factors. Here’s how the…

Game #40: Pirates 3, Brewers 1

A night after Andrew McCutchen‘s walk-off home run, the Pirates and Brewers were back at PNC Park for the third of four games. Wandy Rodriguez got the…

McDonald to DL, Mercer returns
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McDonald to DL, Mercer returns

John McDonald has been placed on the 15-day DL with a low back strain. The 38-year-old shortstop was replaced by Brandon Inge in the 12th…

Game #39 Cutch walk-off: Pirates 3, Brewers 2

Tuesday’s game against the Brewers began as any other game against the hated rivals, but after a late comeback, Cutch took matters into his own…

WATCH: Andrew McCutchen’s Walk-Off Home Run

If you missed it or just want to watch it again, here’s Andrew McCutchen’s walk-off home run: Great win. Go Bucs

Game #38: Brewers 5, Pirates 1

Coming off that series win in New York, it seemed as if the Bucs had a fighting chance heading into the four-game series against the…

Series Preview: Pirates vs. Brewers

Pittsburgh Pirates (21-16) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (15-20) May 13, 2013 – 7:05 pm May 14, 2013 – 7:05 pm May 15, 2013 – 7:05 pm May…

Walker returns, Mercer sent back to AAA
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Walker returns, Mercer sent back to AAA

The Pirates have optioned infielder Jordy Mercer to Triple-A Indianapolis and have recalled @neilwalker18 from rehab and reinstated from DL — Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) May…

Monday Morning Links 5/13/13

Pirates: – The platoon of Garrett Jones & Gaby Sanchez is paying off. – The Pirates are getting hit by pitches at a record pace….