Grilli Reflects On Magical Season, Looking Forward To 2014
Entering last season, many Pittsburgh Pirates fans worried about whether Jason Grilli would be able to transition from setup guy to the closer's spot.
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Entering last season, many Pittsburgh Pirates fans worried about whether Jason Grilli would be able to transition from setup guy to the closer's spot.
Former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett has reportedly agreed to a one-year contact with the Philadelphia Phillies.
News came out last week that Philadelphia Phillies General Manager Ruben Amaro no longer was interested in trying to sign former Pirates Starter AJ Burnett, but that all changed last night as reports have surfaced that multiple teams are currently negotiating with Burnett, and the Phillies are one of them.
The Pirates' offseason has been relatively quiet with the hope being that at some point, they would make a move to improve their situation at first base.
Tab Douglas and Stacy Kauffman previewed Pirates spring training with John Perrotto of USA Today.
It was a night to remember at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The 78th annual Dapper Dan Dinner and Sports Auction was held Thursday night.
There are Steelers bars all across the country and the world, but what are the odds of a Pittsburgh themed bar in Russia?
The baseball Hall of Fame says slugger Ralph Kiner has died. He was 91.
Baseball season might seem like a long way away right now, but hope is on the horizon.
It has been noted time and time again around here that the Pirates haven't been very active on the free agent market while also losing key players from their playoff run last year. Now Sports Illustrated is weighing in with a not-so-favorable opinion saying that the Pirates have failed to hold up their end of the bargain.
Bob Pompeani caught up with Pirates pitching prospect Jameson Taillon before the start of spring training.
Bob Pompeani previewed the season with first baseman/outfielder Andrew Lambo.
Dan Zangrilli caught up with Pirates hitting coach Jeff Branson to talk about his approach with Pirates hitters.
Pittsburgh Pirates closer Jason Grilli joined The Cook and Poni Show on Thursday morning.
With the New York Yankees signing 25-year-old Japanese star Masahiro Tanaka to a 7-year $155 million deal, Pirates President Frank Coonelly joined Starkey and Mueller to discuss what deals like this say to the small market teams that couldn't dream of signing a player like this.
Tab Douglas talked about the Pirates avoiding salary arbitration with several players with Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
The Pirates have avoided arbitration with Third Baseman Pedro Alvarez, Reliever Mark Melancon, Outfielder Travis Snider and First Baseman Gaby Sanchez after coming to agreements today.
According to the Indianapolis Indians website, Baseball America's yearly ranking of all the minor league systems in Major League Baseball will have the Pirates at the top of the list for the first time in their 33-year history.
Despite taking his career to a whole new level in 2013, MVP Andrew McCutchen is taking part in the workouts and took some time out to talk with John Lembo of The Bradenton Herald about the year he had.
Mercer says the Pirates are looking to start 2014 right where the left off last season.
As the Pirates wait to hear back from starter AJ Burnett about whether or not he intends on playing again in 2014 or retiring to spend time with his family, the Baltimore Orioles find themselves in the same situation as they have identified Burnett as their top target remaining on the market.
The Pirates announced today that they have agreed to a minor league contract with Infielder Robert Andino which includes an invite to Major League spring training as a non-roster player.
The Pirates today announced the signing of 31-year-old outfielder Chris Dickerson to a minor league deal which also includes an invitation to Major League spring training as a non-roster player.
New Year's Day has ushered in 2014, but there's still time for a final ode to the year that was. Here's a look back at the year of the duck, and a lot more!
This time of year, plenty of letters are addressed to the North Pole and Mr. Santa Claus. Well, it pays to have people in the right places. Lucky enough for me, I was able to intercept a few Christmas lists (as the big day is just a week away) that were addressed to Santa that emanated from right here in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
High temperatures could return to the 80s on Wednesday.
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.
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.
Robert Glover caught a record-breaking pumpkinseed sunfish, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Chris "Block" Gordon, a popular TV personality and drag racer, was killed in a "devastating" crash at a raceway in Ohio, authorities said.
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.
High temperatures could return to the 80s on Wednesday.
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.
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."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Boaz loves cookies, so on his last day, we had Inside Out Cookie surprise him with lots of sweet treats.
Since Boaz loves making songs, producers Teddy and Maria made him a goodbye song for his last day.
The Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh brings its education ambassador, Vedder, for Boaz's last day.
Heather and David talk about their weekends, and Boaz joins them for his last day at KDKA.
Daisy visits The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens to check out their newest exhibition!
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.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
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.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
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.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
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.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
A Fayette County soccer organization is seeking help from the community after its soccer fields were vandalized.
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.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Study habits can be a point of contention in the household as students go back to school.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
Sammie Coates helped an Alabama high school football team win for the first time since 2015.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Talks between Iran and Oman on future management of the Strait of Hormuz are set to continue Tuesday. The two countries have negotiated for weeks over a new system to manage commercial shipping traffic through the vital waterway, with the notion of fees being imposed a recurring theme.
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.
