Report: Pirates Acquire Reliever John Axford From Cleveland Indians
According to FOX Sports MLB Reporter Ken Rosenthal, the Pirates have acquired Cleveland Indians Right-Handed Reliever John Axford.
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According to FOX Sports MLB Reporter Ken Rosenthal, the Pirates have acquired Cleveland Indians Right-Handed Reliever John Axford.
Nick Castellanos homered and tripled, and the Detroit Tigers rallied for an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, snapping a four-game losing streak.
A report has surfaced of a small-time sports handicapper claiming that he, in connection with Pirates Starting Pitcher Jeff Locke, had been fixing games. As you'll read in this report, Locke was cleared of any connection to the handicapper who made these accusations.
Contrary to what some might think, Mea Culpa isn't the name of some girl from Bloomfield.
Looking to become the first Pittsburgh Pirate ever to win back-to-back National League MVP awards, Andrew McCutchen still finds himself as one of the front-runners for the award despite his recent injury that landed him on the disabled list for the first time in his career.
Bob Walk joins The Fan Morning Show in his regular weekly spot
Edinson Volquez allowed two runs over six innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates jumped on the Detroit Tigers early in a 4-2 victory on Tuesday night.
After just one shaky relief appearance Monday night against the Detroit Tigers in which he pitched just two-thirds of an inning while giving up three hits and two earned runs, the Pirates have optioned reliever Casey Sadler back to Triple-A Indianapolis and have recalled pitcher Brandon Cumpton.
After much debate over what the Pirates should do with their growing number of injured players on the active roster, the team has announced that they've placed Center Fielder Andrew McCutchen on the 15-day DL with an avulsion fracture involving the costochondral cartilage of the left 11th rib.
Tyson Ross gave up a leadoff single to Starling Marte and Gregory Polanco followed with a two-run home run.
Piittsburgh Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington joined Greg Brown Sunday for his weekly radio show.
Pirates third baseman Pedro Alvarez took some reps at first base during batting practice Friday.
Pirates closer Mark Melancon earned his 21st save of the season Friday night against the Padres, a career high.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the coaching staffs for their American Hockey League and ECHL affiliates ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Former Arizona Cardinal and University of Pittsburgh legend Larry Fitzgerald has officially been enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The New York Mets matched a season high with their fourth straight win by beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4.
The Steelers will leave Saint Vincent College and head to Latrobe Memorial Stadium for the annual practice under the lights.
Matt Humbert has been the Belle Vernon Area athletic director for more than a decade.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
Mercedes Southard's remains were found nearly six months after she was reported missing in Ohio.
Kyle Slaymaker, a self-proclaimed life coach with a "spanking fetish," was found guilty of child sexual abuse, authorities said.
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A suspect has been charged in three Mon Valley shootings thanks in part to cellphone videos.
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony before the committee last week.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
The number of people who are food insecure is rising, and experts have said that it is only going to get worse.
Just when it looked like relief was heading our way at the gas pump, prices could spike once again in Pittsburgh.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
How much has our intern learned about the team since she started her internship?
Whisker Wonderland is bringing a cuteness overload and sharing their story with us. This may be your sign to become a cat parent!
Daisy is in Washington County to show us why this world-class baseball event remains so special to the community.
Jimmy Big Muscles is back in the PTL kitchen to bring the ocean's freshness all the way to Pittsburgh.
Boaz is turning up the heat at Pittsburgh’s one-of-a-kind Celtic Fire Festival!
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
An investigation into alleged theft at the North Versailles tax collector's office is underway.
Nearly five months into a major road construction project in Beaver County, several small business owners say they are struggling to keep customers coming through the door.
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, a day to bring awareness to organ donation and the countless lives it can save.
Chris Deluzio and Ro Khanna met with nurses at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh as the healthcare workers push for a new deal.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
Usually held on Friday to echo the high school football tradition, the Steelers moved the practice to Saturday this year in Latrobe.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night to end a four-game skid.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the coaching staffs for their American Hockey League and ECHL affiliates ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
Amtrak is adding a second trip from Pittsburgh to New York later this year, officials said during a public board meeting.
Attention is brewing around a proposed variance for Bethel Bakery to expand its parking.
The organizers of a plan aimed at making Pittsburgh's South Side safer are standing by their efforts.
Data center projects are on municipal drawing boards across the Pittsburgh region, and public opposition is growing.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Brett Wilson is a rare case, having beaten cancer twice; now her nonprofit helps families in the fight. Megan Shinn shares her work in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Steeler Nation made their way out to Latrobe on Saturday for the team's annual nighttime practice. For many fans, the practice presents their only opportunity to check out training camp. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer has more.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
The Senate early on Saturday confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general, installing President Trump's former defense lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official.
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.
