Pirates Spring Training Notebook
93.7 The FAN Pirates pre and postgame host Dan Zangrilli provides all the latest news coming out of Pirates spring training.
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93.7 The FAN Pirates pre and postgame host Dan Zangrilli provides all the latest news coming out of Pirates spring training.
Jason Grilli talked with the Fan's Dan Zangrilli today in Bradenton, Fla. after a story came out that the Pirates closer was critical of team management at last year's trade deadline.
Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington feels strongly in the direction that his major league club has gone under Manager Clint Hurdle, and while they aren't all the way where they want to be, he was happy enough with the results to reward Hurdle with a new contract.
Vic Black, the Pirates supplemental first round pick in the 2009 draft, enjoyed a 13 save season, where he held opponents to a .189 batting average in 2012, while allowing just one run in both June and July combined while pitching for Double-A Altoona.
New Pirates Infielder Brandon Inge is taking part in his first spring training outside of the Detroit Tigers organization, and told Starkey, Miller and Mueller on Sports Radio 93.7 The FAN that it's pretty different for him, but he's really enjoying it so far.
Clint Hurdle deserves this. He hasn't won a championship. Heck, he hasn't even won more games than he's lost in each of his first two seasons as Pirates manager.
After an injury riddled 2012 season that saw the usually reliable Jeff Karstens in an on-again, off-again role because of health issues, it was expected he would no longer be with the team at season's end.
Pirates catching prospect Tony Sanchez hit the weight room hard this off-season adding 15 pounds of muscle.
Zachary Levine of Baseball Prospectus discussed his recent column about the Pirates and Andrew McCutchen with Bob Pompeani.
Pirates GM Neal Huntington previews spring training and the season ahead with Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan's Vinnie & Cook.
At the trade deadline in 2012, the Pirates sent their 2006 first-=round draft pick to the Toronto Blue Jays' Brad Lincoln was having a breakout season as a mid-to-late inning reliever and proved to be a formidable force in the Pirates bullpen.
Pirates relief pitcher Jared Hughes joined Paul Alexander, Jim Colony and team play-by-play broadcaster Greg Brown on The Fan Morning Show Friday live from Bradenton, Fla. to chat about spring training, which began this week.
Pitt Hoops Assistant Coach Brandin Knight talked with Starkey, Miller and Mueller on The FAN about the play of Freshman Point Guard James Robinson, and what he has seen from him as the year goes on.
ormer Red Sox and Dodgers prospect Jerry Sands said he was surprised when he was traded for the second time in three months.
Many believe Pirates top prospect Gerrit Cole could find his way to the major leagues this year, and he talked about those expectations and how he welcomes them when he joined Starkey, Miller and Mueller.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 4, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium at Montour High School.
Lawyers for former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky are asking to cancel a hearing related to an accuser recanting his claims.
The National High School Football Hall of Fame is looking for a new permanent home, and Pittsburgh is on its list of candidates.
Rookie right-hander Khristian Curtis worked three-plus innings to pick up his first major league win as the Pittsburgh Pirates topped San Francisco 5-2.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are kicking off the 2026 season with a week-long celebration across the city.
The San Francisco Giants scored twice in the 10th inning to defeat Pittsburgh 5-4 on Wednesday night, ending the Pirates' four-game winning streak.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
With summer winding down, hummingbirds are about to head south, so here's how you can say goodbye.
On Labor Day Weekend Saturday, some rain and storms are possible south of Pittsburgh, but a mostly pleasant weekend is expected.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Heavy rain forced concertgoers out of their seats at The Pavilion at Star Lake ahead of a Rüfüs Du Sol concert.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
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.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
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.
You can help support the Ronald McDonald House's mission during Ronald McDonald Digital Day.
It was just about a year ago that Marlon Wayans was in Pittsburgh promoting the new Scary Movie, and this weekend, he's back for 5 shows at the Pittsburgh Improv!
We're spotlighting some of the best pizza places around Pittsburgh, and we kick things off with breakfast pizza from Dagny's Eatery!
The Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival is back, and Robby is live, giving us a preview of all the barbecue-fueled fun!
Why are David and Heather wearing giant hats?! That answer … and YOUR questions for the Friday Free for All
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
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.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
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.
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Los Angeles Angels 1-0 on Friday night.
A list of Ohio high school football scores for September 4, 2026.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for Sept. 4, 2026.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium at Montour High School.
Lawyers for former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky are asking to cancel a hearing related to an accuser recanting his claims.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
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.
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.
The Steel City Youth Football League handed out a lifetime ban for one person and suspended two others for the remainder of the season after video captured an on-field brawl.
With summer heading to its conclusion, hummingbirds are about to migrate south. Ray Petelin shows you how you can prepare to say goodbye to your friends in a new Hey Ray.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
High school football highlights for September 4, 2026, in the Pittsburgh area.
KDKA-TV's Rich Walsh discusses the sports topics of the day.
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.
