Pittsburgh Pirates Holding 2020 Home Opener Without Fans Allowed, Offering Virtual Gameday Experience
This year will be a little bit different, but today is the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener.
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This year will be a little bit different, but today is the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener.
After dropping the first two of the series, the Pirates avoided the sweep, beating St. Louis 5-1.
The Pirates were only able to muster one run against the Cardinals on Saturday afternoon, ultimately losing 9-1.
With no fans at PNC Park this season, the Pirates are launching a "virtual fan experience" that will provide in-game experiences at home.
The Pirates' Jarrod Dyson took a knee during the national anthem on Friday.
The Pirates have unveiled a Black Lives Matter banner at PNC Park.
The Pirates' manager is known for his energy, positivity, and focus. They hope this will help in an unprecedented season.
Major League Baseball and the players' union agreed Thursday to expand the playoffs from 10 teams to 16 for the pandemic-delayed season, a person familiar with the deal said.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health won't allow the Toronto Blue Jays to play at PNC Park in Pittsburgh amid pandemic.
The Toronto Blue Jays will likely be calling PNC Park their home for the 2020 season.
A member of the Pirates' major league staff took the mound during an intra-squad scrimmage on Tuesday night.
Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey will host a roundtable discussion about the return of the MLB on Tuesday.
The Pirates lost 11-7 on Monday to the Indians.
Catcher John Ryan Murphy said he is excited to fill in for Luke Maile for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
According to reports, the Toronto Blue Jays are considering using PNC Park as a site for home games this season.
Pirates third base prospect Ke'Bryan Hayes has tested positive for COVID-19, according to Derek Shelton.
An 8th inning two-run double sparked a comeback for Cleveland and helped erase a 3-0 Pirates lead.
Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk is recovering from COVID-19.
Pirates catcher Luke Maile will be out 10-12 weeks after surgery to repair a fractured finger.
A Pittsburgh Pirates player has tested positive for coronavirus.
The Pirates believe the shortened 2020 major league season will give them a chance to bounce back following a miserable last-place finish in 2019.
A doctor walking to MLB parks to raise awareness for health care workers is set to stop in Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will play three exhibition games against the Cleveland Indians leading up to the opening day of the 2020 regular season.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have released their 2021 schedule.
William Bethel and Justin Booth of the YouTube channel "Creek Kings Outdoors" pleaded guilty to 40 combined poaching-related charges.
Myles Garrett, former Cleveland Brown and current Los Angeles Ram, has listed his home in Ohio for more than $2 million.
Some wildfire smoke is rolling into the Pittsburgh area on Sunday, as scattered storm chances return to the forecast.
Two years since Corey Comperatore's death, community support continues to grow in remembrance of the former fire chief.
Two people were killed in a shooting in Clairton on Saturday evening, the Allegheny County Police Department said.
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Washington County is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
Some wildfire smoke is rolling into the Pittsburgh area on Sunday, as scattered storm chances return to the forecast.
Two men have died following a shooting in Clairton, Allegheny County police say.
William Bethel and Justin Booth of the YouTube channel "Creek Kings Outdoors" pleaded guilty to 40 combined poaching-related charges.
Myles Garrett, former Cleveland Brown and current Los Angeles Ram, has listed his home in Ohio for more than $2 million.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
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
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Daisy checks out Canonsburg's newest hot spot!
Daisy and David talk about fresh veggies and herbs with a Pittsburgh chef as he prepares a dish live from Tuscany!
Boaz takes us to Phipps Conservatory, where a 50-year-old agave plant has grown right through their ceiling!
The lead singer of Blank Space, the unofficial Taylor Swift tribute band, went head-to-head against PTL producer Maria to see who knows more about the iconic singer.
Daisy Jade joins David Highfield and answers viewer questions in the Friday Free For All!
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
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
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Pete Crow-Armstrong was 4 for 5 with a home run and three RBIs as the Chicago Cubs cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-0.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Chicago Cubs held on for a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Sixers' wild offseason continued Friday when they added four-time NBA champion LeBron James.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
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.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast!
President Trump cracked jokes at reporters and politicians during take two of the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Friday night, after April's event was upended when an armed assailant rushed through a security checkpoint and the U.S. Secret Service opened fire on the gunman.
A man who delivered Little Debbie snacks to stores across Pennsylvania is accused of selling them at flea markets for cash and submitting fake invoices.
Two people were killed in a shooting in Clairton on Saturday evening, authorities said.
For a second straight year, Butler, Pennsylvania, came together to honor the life of Corey Comperatore, the man who was killed during the attempted assassination of President Trump in 2024. KDKA’s Ricky Sayer shares more about this year’s event.
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.
