ALEXANDER: Here's The Deal With .500
There is no way anyone associated with the Pittsburgh Pirates, players, coaches, managers and front office personnel can mention .500 baseball as a goal. I get that.
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There is no way anyone associated with the Pittsburgh Pirates, players, coaches, managers and front office personnel can mention .500 baseball as a goal. I get that.
Ryan Doumit hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates improved to .500 this late in a season for the first time in years, beating the Houston Astros 5-4 Sunday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will close out a three-game series with the Houston Astros Sunday afternoon at PNC Park.
Charlie Morton took a shutout into the eighth inning Saturday, and unlike last night with Paul Maholm, the Pirates bats gave their pitcher enough support for a win at PNC Park. Lyle Overbay added his first home run at home this season and Andrew McCutchen had a two-run double in the 6-1 victory over the Houston Astros.
Pittsburgh Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined Vinnie & Cook on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan, and he is encouraged after a month of watching the Pirates.
The Padres erased a 5-3 deficit in the seventh inning and scored the game-winning run in the eighth to knock off the Pirates 6-5 Tuesday night.
The Pittsburgh Pirates (14-15) scored four runs in the first inning and held on for a 4-3 win over the San Diego Padres (11-18) Monday night.
What a difference one year makes for the Pirates who last season had just 17 wins on the road for the entire season. With their 8-4 win over the Colorado Rockies Sunday afternoon, they Pirates already have nine wins on the road and it was their fourth road series win of this young season.
The Pirates continued their three-game series against the Rockies Saturday night in Colorado. Andrew McCutchen hit another home run, but it wasn't enough to help the Bucs as they fell 4-1.
Mike Morse had a three-run homer among his three-hits, Adam LaRoche also homered and the Washington Nationals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Sunday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates jumped out to an early lead over the Washington Nationals and never looked back Saturday night at PNC Park.
The FAN's Vinnie Richichi and Ron Cook are joined by Pirates pitching coach Ray Searage to talk some Buccos baseball.
Pittsburgh Post Gazette writer, Dejan Kovacevic, joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller Tuesday afternoon.
Andrew McCutchen opened the game with a homer against slow-starting Edinson Volquez, then singled home the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning Sunday, rallying the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Perhaps the Pirates just needed a change of scenery. Coming off a 1-5 homestand, Charlie Morton pitched the second complete game of his career to beat the Cincinnati Reds, 6-1 on Friday night.
Here are the starting lineup's for tonight's game between the Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers.
Fans had high hopes as the Pirates, coming off a 4-2 record on the road, returned home to PNC Park to usher in baseball season in Pittsburgh. But despite the optimism, the Buccos stumbled in their home opener, falling 7-1 to the Colorado Rockies.
It's Opening Day at PNC Park! Steve Blass joined the The FAN Morning show to talk baseball.
It's been mentioned by Gene Collier in the Post-Gazette already, but I feel the need to reiterate the idea that the Pirates' series to open this season against the Cubs was significant beyond the fact that they took two out of three games. It showed us that Clint Hurdle cares.
One day after the Pirates blew a three-run lead in the eighth inning to the Chicago Cubs, they reversed the trend by overcoming a late inning deficit of their own.
The baseball writer joined Vinnie on 93.7 The Fan's "Bucco Talk" to discuss the start of the 2011 MLB season.
A local baseball field reopened today after receiving a matching grant from Pirates Charities last year.
The Fan's Jim Colony sat down with Pittsburgh Pirates President Frank Coonelly ahead of the team's opener to discuss the upcoming 2011 baseball season.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Pirates beat reporter Colin Dunlap joined The Fan Morning Show from Wrigley Field Friday morning.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
A piece of Pittsburgh's history is expected to be demolished soon.
The Westmoreland Fair is one of the biggest events in the county each year.
An Allegheny County woman is facing theft charges after police said she stole more than $4,000 from a scholarship fund created to honor a fallen McKeesport police officer.
A homeowner and her children locked themselves inside a bathroom while a suspected burglar was inside their Pennsylvania home.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
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.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
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.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
A local author talks about her new book, "The Red Line," which explains red flags and how to spot them.
The Pittsburgh Pie Guy shows David and Mikey how to make one of his popular hand-pies.
The Children's Museum is sharing more about its special event that is bringing the world of Gabby's Dollhouse to life.
Daisy previews one of the city's biggest parties by heading to the rooftop terrace at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
This month's Community Hero is a high school student with a passion for giving back. He founded a nonprofit that gives back to our active-duty military.
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.
A downed power line turned a Kittanning family's front yard into a dangerous scene.
More than 300 Pittsburgh Public Schools buses are equipped with AI-enabled Bus Patrol cameras.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
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.
More than three years later, we're beginning to learn about the health impacts of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
The San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
Oneil Cruz hit the first homer allowed by Mason Miller in over a year with two outs in the ninth, sending the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 victory over San Diego.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges in Northeast Ohio after being arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution over the weekend, authorities said.
Nick Gonzales led off the 12th inning with an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped their three-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.
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.
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 Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
A man will face charges after a 62-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Redstone Township, Fayette County, authorities said.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
Dr. Natalie Gentile is with us to talk about postpartum health, what to look for and how to find support.
Every once in a while, you need to trade the Three Rivers for the Atlantic Ocean! Karyn Locke is sharing why a trip to Virginia Beach could be the perfect escape.
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.
