Pirates Beat Astros, 6-4
Mike McKenry and Pedro Alvarez drove in two runs apiece, and the Pittsburgh Pirates looked pretty comfortable during their first day in first place, beating the Houston Astros 6-4 on Wednesday.
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Mike McKenry and Pedro Alvarez drove in two runs apiece, and the Pittsburgh Pirates looked pretty comfortable during their first day in first place, beating the Houston Astros 6-4 on Wednesday.
Pirates broadcaster and former pitcher Bob Walk joined the Fan Morning Show on Independence Day for his weekly visit.
Drew Sutton hit a one-out solo homer in the bottom of the ninth and the Pittsburgh Pirates improved to eight games over .500 for the first time in 20 years with an 8-7 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
The Pirates are seven games above .500 and will try to match their highest winning percentage since 1992 with a win tonight against the Astros. To talk about the Bucs, the Fan Morning Show talked to Rob King from Root Sports.
Pirates starting pitcher James McDonald started off in a precarious position, walking three batters and allowing a run for a 1-0 Houston lead.
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Allen Craig homered for the second time in three days and All-Star Yadier Molina also connected as the Cardinals beat the Pirates 5-4 on Sunday.
Rosters for the Major League Baseball All-Star Game were announced Sunday afternoon.
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Pedro Alvarez hit a grand slam in the first inning off suddenly scuffling 10-game winner Lance Lynn and Andrew McCutchen had two hits before leaving with a sore left wrist, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-3 Saturday for their fourth victory in a row.
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Clint Barmes, pinch-hitter Alex Presley and Garrett Jones each homered in a four-run sixth inning that snapped a tie, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 14-5 in a game that began in 101-degree heat Friday night.
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be honoring military personnel this Fourth of July.
Chris Gates | 93-7 The FAN -- According to the Tribune-Review's Karen Price, Clint Hurdle thinks Tabata's biggest problem is his attitude.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A.J. Burnett threw 6 2-3 sharp innings to win his eighth straight start, Casey McGehee hit a three-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 Thursday.
Current MLB Network analyst and former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mitch Williams told the Fan Morning Show he thinks the Pirates can stay in this race.
Pirates catcher Michael McKenry went 2 for 4 with a home run and four RBIs to lead the Buccos to the win.
The Pirates were in this same position one year ago. In fact, they took the Central Division lead late into July. Then, a complete collapse. They went 19-43 the rest of the way to ensure their 19th straight losing season, a North American record.
Pirates broadcaster and former pitcher Bob Walk joined The Fan Morning Show for his weekly spot "Walk on Wednesday" which airs every Wednesday during the season at 8:20 a.m.
The Pirates blew chances in both the seventh and eighth innings with runners in scoring position and eventually lost, 5-4, in Philadelphia Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates' broadcaster Greg Brown joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sportsradio 93-7 The FAN to talk about some of the team's recent roster moves and their opening game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Root Sports Pirates analyst Kent Tekulve joins the Vinnie & Cook show on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan.
Pirates pitching coach Ray Searage--a Fan Morning Show Favorite--joined the guys on Tuesday to talk about his staff.
Pirates starting pitcher Jeff Karstens made his first start since mid-April Monday night and struggled, allowing seven runs in an 8-3 loss at Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Phillies play-by-play announcer for Comcast Sports Network, Tom McCarthy, joined the The Fan Morning Show on Monday to preview the upcoming four-game set with the Pirates.
Chris Gates | 93-7 The FAN -- Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jeff Karstens will return to the starting rotation Monday at Philadelphia, manager Clint Hurdle said after Sunday's 3-2 loss to Detroit.
Chris Gates | 93-7 The FAN -- The Pittsburgh Pirates made several roster moves Sunday, claiming Drew Sutton off waivers and recalling pitcher Bryan Morris from Triple-A Indianapolis.
The Pittsburgh Pirates rallied to tie the game in the seventh inning, but Detroit regained the lead in the eighth and held on for a 3-2 win Sunday afternoon at PNC Park.
Fans are pouring into Pittsburgh for the NFL draft.
A third teacher at Laurel Highlands High School is on administrative leave over allegations of inappropriate behavior involving a former female student.
In a key Pennsylvania county, many Catholic voters are closely watching the Iran war and President Trump's feud with Pope Leo XIV.
A woman is facing charges after police said she stole more than $18,000 from a Pittsburgh-area middle school booster fund.
Authorities say a chemical leak at a West Virginia plant has killed two people and sent 19 others to the hospital.
Fans are pouring into Pittsburgh for the NFL draft.
A third teacher at Laurel Highlands High School is on administrative leave over allegations of inappropriate behavior involving a former female student.
In a key Pennsylvania county, many Catholic voters are closely watching the Iran war and President Trump's feud with Pope Leo XIV.
A woman is facing charges after police said she stole more than $18,000 from a Pittsburgh-area middle school booster fund.
Authorities say a chemical leak at a West Virginia plant has killed two people and sent 19 others to the hospital.
In a key Pennsylvania county, many Catholic voters are closely watching the Iran war and President Trump's feud with Pope Leo XIV.
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
Some lawmakers in Harrisburg continue to press for legal cannabis.
A Pennsylvania court has ruled that the state's constitution guarantees a right to abortion.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
A new consumer safety warning is raising concerns about carbon monoxide detectors sold online.
Just steps from where all the action will take place sits the largest indoor aviary in the country! Team PTL's Daisy Jade went over to the National Aviary and learned that there is a football connection!
KDKA-TV Sports' Rich Walsh joins PTL from Hazelwood Green, where a new football facility is being opening, and getting the first look are some NFL draft hopefuls!
With just hours to go until the NFL draft kicks off in Pittsburgh, David Highfield spoke with some of the people responsible for making it all happen at Visit Pittsburgh!
It's going to be more than just football players coming to Pittsburgh for the NFL draft; there will be mascots, and who better to track them down than our very own Boaz?
Team PTL's Daisy Jade caught up with Kels, who is set to perform during NFL draft weekend, and as we learned, she's got some Pittsburgh roots!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
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.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have 12 picks in the 2026 NFL draft. Here's what to know before Thursday's first round.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Flyers have a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Penguins as their Stanley Cup Playoffs series shifts to Philadelphia.
Kumar Rocker allowed a run in six innings and Evan Carter drove in the tying run before robbing Oneil Cruz of a three-run homer, leading the Texas Rangers to a 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has reportedly been hired as a studio analyst for NBC.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
West Virginia resident Rebecca Michalski struggles with soaring electricity bills that exceed her income.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The trailer is out for the Pittsburgh-filmed "Hershey" biopic.
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.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Carnegie Mellon University is kicking off draft week with a special event focused on how AI and robotics are playing a role both in Pittsburgh and on the field. Ross Guidotti reports.
Since 2012, it’s all been powered by a western Pennsylvania company: Stahls’.
Market Square is back open after getting a $15 million makeover just in time for the NFL draft. Meghan Schiller reports.
Here's an explainer for where to enter and exit at the NFL draft in Pittsburgh.
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.
