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As you approach the end of the first month of the fantasy baseball season, like all smart fantasy owners you must look every day for better players. Sure, you may like a guy on your bench who plays for the local nine, but fantasy baseball is won with the head—not the heart.
Gerrit Cole pitched into the eighth inning for his third win this season, and Josh Harrison and Neil Walker each drove in two runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1 Friday night.
Just a few weeks ago, the Pirates resigned third baseman Josh Harrison to a long-term deal.
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Gregory Polanco got three hits, including a go-ahead single in the seventh inning off Cubs reliever Phil Coke to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 win over Chicago on Thursday.
Gregory Polanco hit his first home run of the season and Vance Worley got through 5 2-3 shaky innings for his second straight win as the Pittsburgh Pirates held off the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Wednesday night.
Barry Bonds' obstruction of justice conviction was thrown out Wednesday by a federal court of appeals, which ruled 10-1 that his meandering answer before a grand jury in 2003 was not material to the government's investigation into illegal steroids distribution.
Starlin Castro went 3 for 5 with 4 RBIs, including a game-tying two-run single in the ninth, and the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 9-8 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.
In case you haven't heard, Chicago Cubs uber-prospect Kris Bryant was called up and made his debut on Friday.
A woman has been released from the hospital after being struck in the head by a foul ball during Monday night's Pirates game at PNC Park.
Kris Bryant turned his tiebreaking two-run double into a Little League homer with some heads-up baserunning, and the star rookie had three hits and three RBIs Monday night to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
A fan watching the Pirates game Monday night in the stands of PNC Park was injured when she was struck in the head by a foul ball.
The Milwaukee Brewers came into PNC Park for a three-game set with the Pirates in which they got beat up on the field, and apparently, it didn't stop there.
Pirates manager Clint Hurdle decided to give Starling Marte a day off earlier this week, trying to stop the left fielder's struggles at the plate. The move has paid off
Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli joined Bob Pompeani Saturday.
It's still early in the season, and you don't want to give up on key players too soon — even if they're slumping through the first two weeks of the season. But smart fantasy baseball owners also want to make sure they grab rising stars while they can — and before it's too late.
Vance Worley worked six effective innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped out of a lengthy slump to top the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 on Friday night.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced two roster moves - both involving catchers.
A 2011 first-round Draft pick out of St. John's University, Joe Panik had a meteoric rise to Major League glory last season -- not only putting up impressive numbers as the Giants' new second baseman in 73 regular season games, but also helping San Francisco earn its third World Series championship in the past five years.
Heading into the 2014 season, Eddie Butler was hailed as the top arm in the Rockies' system and one of the best pitching prospects in baseball. Heading into this year, things were quite different.
Alfredo Simon gave up two hits over eight dominant innings, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 1-0 on Wednesday night.
Expectations for the Pittsburgh Pirates are very high this season with several well-respected baseball people picking them to go all the way to the World Series.
Baseball season officially opened last week and already we've had a plethora of ridiculous defensive plays. Recency bias will always mean that we think these plays will be the best of the year, but we'll more than likely forget them in a couple months.
At B is for Books on Friday, it was a day to honor the life and work of Dolly Parton.
More than 10,000 people are expected to run the Great Race through Pittsburgh, closing several roads this weekend.
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness and compassion.
A man is dead after a late-night shooting in Wilkinsburg, according to county police.
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is eager to play this season, though he doesn't know when that will happen.
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness.
A man was arrested after police said he broke into a family's home and stabbed the parents while they slept, killing a doctor and injuring his wife in Edgewood.
Dr. Idris Evans was killed in a stabbing and homicide charges have been filed in connection with his death.
At B is for Books on Friday, it was a day to honor the life and work of Dolly Parton.
Jim Copenhaver was one of two people wounded during the assassination attempt in Butler in 2024.
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Ivory Mathews as the agency's new executive director.
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Data centers have sparked national controversy, but Pennsylvania has been a particular focal point.
New research is showing that certain standards could reduce energy, while helping to save money and the environment.
Duquesne Light Company union workers have voted to authorize a strike that could begin in just days if an agreement is not reached.
The settlement followed allegations that generic drug manufacturers conspired to increase prices.
Wars in Iran, Ukraine, and Russia have raised the costs of just about everything, and with fall and winter coming, home heating will take a hit.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The "Spider-Man" star's 20-minute fitness challenge is taking over social media. Daniel Hill from House Call Personal Training puts us through the workout.
"Let it go" and join Daisy for a sneak peek at Disney's "Frozen" before it takes the stage at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.
What started in the kitchen is turning into a business for one young Pittsburgh entrepreneur. Meet the baker behind Conner's Cookies and learn how his passion for baking is helping him chase a big dream, one cookie at a time.
Two tiny kittens are getting a second chance after being found abandoned behind an apartment building in McKeesport.
Ron joins David for The Chat to talk about Taylor Swift's new music and answer your Friday Free For All questions!
The Pittsburgh Housing Authority board is set to name a woman who is under investigation by an ethics committee in Oregon as the new executive director.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Fall allergens are unavoidable, but after a particularly rainy summer in Pittsburgh, they're expected to be even worse this year.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is eager to play this season, though he doesn't know when that will happen.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the Washington High School Stadium.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have secured their first non-losing season in eight years with a 2-1 win over St. Louis.
The Penguins expressed their condolences after the death of Andrei Kuzmenko's father.
Jordan Lucas was charged with DUI after police said he had a blood alcohol level of 0.236%, nearly three times the legal limit.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
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.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
The show was called off last week due to muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms near Latrobe.
Duff's first tour in nearly two decades has been expanded, and she will stop at PPG Paints Arena on Oct. 16, 2027.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Pittsburgh's signature fall running tradition returns this weekend with the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race. KDKA-TV's Barry Pintar shares what to expect this year.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
On Dolly Parton Day, 9/25, B is for Books honored her legacy and commitment to child literacy. KDKA's Megan Shinn has the story.
A man who was found shot multiple times late on Thursday night died at the hospital, police tell KDKA-TV.
The "Spider-Man" star's 20-minute fitness challenge is taking over social media. Daniel Hill from House Call Personal Training puts us through the workout.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
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.
