Reliever Jared Hughes Plays Key Role In Pirates' 5-4 Home Opener Victory
Pirates reliever Jared Hughes entered the 7th inning with the bases loaded and no outs and the team holding onto a 2-0 lead.
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Pirates reliever Jared Hughes entered the 7th inning with the bases loaded and no outs and the team holding onto a 2-0 lead.
Gerrit Cole shut down baseball's top-hitting team, allowing just one run in six-plus innings as the Pittsburgh Pirates handed the Detroit Tigers their first loss of the season, 5-4 on Monday.
As if their recent domination of the NL Central wasn't enough to annoy Pirates fans and the rest of the division, their latest scorecard will put fans over the top.
Deep, seemingly bottomless and unending, Federal Street on Monday just before 1 p.m. clogged and overflowed with patrons on their way into the Pirates home opener, many donning black shirts. It was a swarm and mass of bodies, a jam-packed Pirates party.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will open up the home portion of the 2015 season today at PNC Park.
The Pittsburgh Pirates opened the 2015 season on the road, but they are back in town for today's home-opener.
Thousands of fans love Andrew McCutchen, while others scream for Josh Harrison. Some are crazy about Pedro Alvarez or Neil Walker.
If you plan on heading out to PNC Park this season, there are some new security measures to keep in mind.
The Pirates rotation has been shuffled after the birth of Francisco Liriano's daughter.
Andrew McCutchen pulled himself from the Pirates 6-2 win over Milwaukee Friday.
Pedro Alvarez homered and drove in two runs, Neil Walker had three hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates avoided their first 0-4 start in nine years with a 6-2 win Friday night over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Joey Votto added to his resurgent series with his first homer since May 10, and Gregory Polanco's ninth-inning error sent the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-2 victory and a season-opening sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday.
With the home-opener coming up on April 13, here's a look at some of the more notable changes to PNC Park this season.
Joey Votto reminded the Reds of what they've missed.
Coming off his breakout year in 2014, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed All-Star third baseman Josh Harrison to a 4-year deal with club options for the 2019 and 2020 seasons.
The line forms early at Waterworks Market District as Pirate fans await the arrival of a Parrot bearing gifts. At high noon, the big bird makes his way toward the gathering throng with 50 pairs of free tickets.
Todd Frazier hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning on Monday, overcoming another stumble by the bullpen and rallying the Cincinnati Reds to an opening 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Opening Day is here and baseball fans are rejoicing. The Pirates' season begins on the road against the Cincinnati Reds this afternoon.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made several roster moves this weekend.
Alex Rodriguez made several nice plays during his second start at first base, and a New York Yankees' splits squad beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-2 Thursday.
The most valuable baseball card in the world – The "Oceanside Wagner" – is expected to sell at an auction this month for more than $1,000,000.
Tony Sanchez secured a spot on the 25-man roster due to an injury to catcher Chris Stewart, who will likely start on the 15-day disabled list. However, Sanchez says he earned the spot.
While so much attention has been on Pedro Alvarez's transition to first and the adjustment there defensively, it would be easy to miss that Alvarez is leading the team in homers (5) and RBI (17) this Spring, along with a .318 average.
Andrew McCutchen had to leave the Pirates' 3-3 tie with Baltimore Wednesday, but it appears he will be ok.
In a matchup of opening-day pitchers, Chris Tillman allowed two runs over five innings while Francisco Liriano gave up one run in three innings as the Baltimore Orioles and Pittsburgh Pirates played to a 3-3 tie in 10 innings Wednesday night.
The 5'11" defenseman will report to the Penguins, and his contract begins this season.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
After some evening rain, temperatures in Pittsburgh will rise, and the rain chances will leave.
NFL draft attendees can still find hotel rooms in Pittsburgh less than two weeks before the event.
The 5'11" defenseman will report to the Penguins, and his contract begins this season.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
After some evening rain, temperatures in Pittsburgh will rise, and the rain chances will leave.
NFL draft attendees can still find hotel rooms in Pittsburgh less than two weeks before the event.
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
Six new cities are being added to the Michelin Guide in 2027, and among those cities is right here in Pittsburgh.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
You know the old saying - April showers bring May flower, but those showers can do a number on your home's gutters. Patrick the Handyman is back on PTL to let you know how you can keep them flowing!
If you're looking to get your feet moving the weekend of the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, Team PTL's Daisy Jade is giving you all the details about the PICKSBurgh Draft Day 5K!
Heather and David are joined by Danielle Doebereiner from Nosh and Curd to talk about the pairing of Girl Scout Cookies and cheese!
It's being called the most Pittsburgh celebration of the year, with food, clothes, live music, art, and so much more! This weekend, Bakery Square will play host to 412 Day!
You know him as Champ Kind from the classic movie Anchorman, and this weekend, David Koechner will be at the Pittsburgh Improv!
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Just weeks before the NFL draft, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance has cut ties with its executive director and may be folding up its tent.
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
The 5'11" defenseman will report to the Penguins, and his contract begins this season.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run homer and Carmen Mlodzinski pitched six-hit ball into the sixth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
The next phase of road closures on Pittsburgh's North Shore goes into effect on April 13.
The Pittsburgh Penguins clinched a playoff spot by defeating the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Thursday night.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Hundreds gathered Wednesday morning at the Live! Casino in Hempfield Township to open Mangia, a new market and eatery featuring authentic Italian cuisine from local favorite DeLallo.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the renovation of a historic building in Yellow Springs.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Watch as teams from Carmichaels, Homer Center, and Slippery Rock high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Carmichaels, Homer Center, and Slippery Rock high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Carmichaels, Homer Center, and Slippery Rock high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Watch as teams from Carmichaels, Homer Center, and Slippery Rock high schools compete on this edition of KD Quiz!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
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.
