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Edinson Volquez threw seven scoreless innings, Travis Snider and Neil Walker hit homers and the Pittsburgh Pirates moved within one game of the NL Central lead with a 10-1 win over the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night.
Sean Casey says the Pirates have everything needed to go on a long playoff run.
Pirates catcher Chris Stewart has been on a couple of winning teams in his career, including a post-season club, but there is something the first-year Pirate has never experienced before now.
He's had under 100 at-bats, played in only 47 games and driven in seven runs this year, yet Pirates shortstop Clint Barmes has made an impact on this year's team and maybe future teams.
Just barely 24-years-old and with only 40 starts in the majors, Gerrit Cole has the look of not only an ace starting pitcher, but a Pirates leader.
Andrew McCutchen homered for Pittsburgh's only runs, and the Pirates stumbled in their chase for the NL Central title, falling to the Atlanta Braves 6-2 on Wednesday night.
With the memories of the clubhouse celebration freshly painted on the canvas of their minds, Pirates' fans were snapping up post-season gear Wednesday at PNC Park.
The Pirates are acquiring quite the reputation for being a place washed up pitchers go to resurrect their careers, and on top of Pitching Coach Ray Searage, a big reason for that is pitching guru Jim Benedict.
Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington says the team will go way beyond their comfort level to keep Russell Martin.
PITTSBURGH (NewsRadio 1020 KDKA) - Sid Bream is a Pirate alum and he was loved during his time with the Pirates. Then, he became an Atlanta Brave and in 1992 and scored the game winning run for the Braves sending them to the World Series and the Pirates into 20 years of losing seasons. Whether Bream was really safe or out has been debated for over 20 years.
With a 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves Tuesday night, the Pittsburgh Pirates secured at least a Wild Card berth in the playoffs.
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Gerrit Cole retired the final 17 hitters he faced, and the surging Pittsburgh Pirates clinched a spot in the playoffs with a 3-2 win over the free-falling Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night. The Pirates' win combined with Milwaukee's loss to Cincinnati assured Pittsburgh of no worse than an NL wild card. The Pirates wrapped up their berth exactly one year after clinching a place in the 2013 playoffs.
The franchise legend reportedly sold his remaining shares of the Pittsburgh Penguins, making it the first time since 1999 that he is not an owner.
Brandon Lowe scored from third base on an error with two outs in the ninth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 13-12 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Metal detectors and bag checks will be in place for all events at Gladiator Stadium and at the Middle/High School gymnasium.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar have all made the team's initial 53-man roster.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded offensive lineman Broderick Jones to the Dallas Cowboys, according to reports.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit a three-run home run and Brandon Lowe added a solo shot to lift the Pirates to a 6-2 victory over the Cardinals.
Agostino Abbatiello had been held without bail since he surrendered to authorities last month.
Royce Moser was in court after being accused of stabbing and killing his girlfriend, Karoline Heintz, last month.
Brian Selvoski, Racquelle Rockwell and Eric Rockwell died after their boat capsized Sunday night.
Royce Moser made numerous Google searches, including "what does God say about murder," after allegedly killing PennWest student Karoline Heintz.
Authorities released pages of evidence, including numerous photos, from the homicide investigation of PennWest student Karoline Heintz.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
David and Heather get a taste and preview of this weekend's Soul Food Festival.
KDKA Meteorologist Ray Petelin and Thermo Twin Windows stop by PTL to show a water pressure science experiment.
Two Pittsburgh legends united last year for one night of unforgettable music. That concert was captured in a documentary that’s being shown for the first time at The Lindsay! David and Heather sat down with Billy Price and Joe Grushecky for an interview about it.
Daisy Jade heads to Pittsburgh International Airport to see how the PIT PAWS program is helping travelers relax with therapy dogs.
Content creator Kati Nairn with Beyond Gray stopped by to show how you can decorate your home during the summer-to-fall transition period!
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
The franchise legend reportedly sold his remaining shares of the Pittsburgh Penguins, making it the first time since 1999 that he is not an owner.
Brandon Lowe scored from third base on an error with two outs in the ninth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 13-12 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Metal detectors and bag checks will be in place for all events at Gladiator Stadium and at the Middle/High School gymnasium.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar have all made the team's initial 53-man roster.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Authorities released pages of evidence, including numerous photos, from the homicide investigation of PennWest student Karoline Heintz.
A man is behind bars after police said he allegedly kidnapped his ex-girlfriend, her grandmother and a baby on Aug. 28 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.
The alleged ringleader charged in what authorities have called a "highly profitable" cocaine trafficking ring operating out of two Penn State University fraternities was granted bail during court proceedings Wednesday.
David and Heather get a taste and preview of this weekend's Soul Food Festival.
KDKA Meteorologist Ray Petelin and Thermo Twin Windows stop by PTL to show a water pressure science experiment.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
