'Fort McKenry' Talks About Upcoming Pirates Season
KDKA-AM's Larry and John talk to Pirates catcher Mike "The Fort" McKenry on the upcoming season, live from Pirates Spring Training in Bradenton, Florida.
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KDKA-AM's Larry and John talk to Pirates catcher Mike "The Fort" McKenry on the upcoming season, live from Pirates Spring Training in Bradenton, Florida.
Despite 12 big league seasons on his resume, when Brandon Inge stepped to the plate Monday night in Port Charlotte, Fla., he did not know whether he would have a job today.
Shortly after breaking news about Pirates' roster moves, Michael Sanserino of the Post Gazette joined the Fan Morning Show to discuss who will be with the team when they travel North.
With less than a week before the Pirates break camp in anticipation for their April 1 home opener against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park, the club has one more known starting pitcher (three) than unknown starting pitchers (two).
It may be sunny and beautiful in Florida today, but the Pittsburgh Pirates are keeping a close eye on the fresh blanket of snow that has fallen on PNCPark.
A little over a week away from Opening Day and Pedro Alvarez is rocking a .143 batting average this spring. It's the exact same average Alvarez had 15 games into last regular season.
Pirates first baseman Garrett Jones, who has been out with a strained left oblique, is closer to returning to the line-up after a round of batting practice this morning.
For the second straight game, the Pirates bench came through in the late innings as the Bucs beat the Blue Jays, 5-4 in 10 innings.
After stints with the Phillies and, last season, the Diamondbacks, lefthander Mike Zagurski is trying to win a spot in the Pirates bullpen.
The Pirates' dormant offense finally came alive in the late innings and they walked off McKechnie Field with a 4-3 win over the Orioles, their third straight Grapefruit League win.
Pirates first baseman and out fielder Garrett Jones reports his strained left oblique is making progress.
Top pitching prospect Gerrit Cole may already be ticketed for AAA, but Cole is looking like he'll make that as difficult a decision as possible, pitching four mostly-efficient innings, allowing two hits, one walk and two runs on a home run to Ryan Flaherty in a 5-2 win over the Orioles in Sarasota.
The Pirates' McKechnie Field woes continued Saturday with a 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Twins in Bradenton, Fla., but presumptive ace A.J. Burnett took another step as he gets ready for his Opening Day start.
Heading into the weekend, most of the Pirates regulars are not among the leaders in plate appearances, but that is about to change.
Pirates manager Clint Hurdle had said that veteran Brandon Inge is "close" playing a position in Grapefruit League games and that'd be fine with Inge, who is recovered from shoulder surgery last September – well, almost.
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Michael McKenry joins Vinnie & Cook on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan for a spring training update.
Outfielder Travis Snider didn't pay immediate dividends, in fact he didn't do much at all after coming to the Pirates from Toronto last season.
James McDonald allowed just one hit over 4 shutout innings, but his teammates were shut out for the first 8 innings in a 4-2 loss to Tampa Bay at a sundrenched but chilly and windswept McKechnie Field Thursday afternoon.
Native New Englander Jeff Locke made up for a disappointing outing in a 16-6 loss to the Boston Red Sox last Friday by lasting his scheduled 4 innings, allowing 1 run on 3 hits and 2 walks as the Pirates beat up on the Boston bullpen, 9-3, in Fort Myers.
Together, they're considered the future of the Pittsburgh Pirates: Jameson Taillon, selected second overall in the 2010 MLB Draft, and Gerrit Cole, taken first overall in 2011. By May of next year, they could both be in the Pirates' starting rotation.
It was only against Team Spain (a collection of low-level minor-leaguers – if that), but Gerrit Cole flashed the stuff you'd expect to see from a number one overall draft pick by striking out the first six batters he faced before giving up a couple of seeing-eye singles in his third inning.
Pirates' prized pitching prospect Gerrit Cole had little trouble with Spain's entry into the World Baseball Classic. He struck out first 6 batters he faced.
Veteran Jeff Karstens was shut down early last season with a shoulder injury and, after returning from that, was hampered by late-season soreness in his hip.
Pirates Outfielder Travis Snider came into spring training this year as the likely candidate to win the starting job in left field come opening day, and it sounds like he came into spring training this year expecting an open competition.
Too many walks and not enough hits were the two problems for the Pirates as they dropped a 5-0 decision to the Phillies at McKechnie Field.
Central Catholic High School football has been a staple in the region for almost a century, but there's one thing it's never had until Friday: a true home field.
While many had never heard of Shanksville before Sept. 11, 2001, 25 years later, their acts of service remain.
At least 10 people have been arrested and charged for their involvement in a large-scale narcotics trafficking organization, authorities say.
After an 18-year-old was shot and killed inside a Penn Hills home in August, police say a drug deal led to the deadly shooting.
Maleek Ayonrinde, a Bluefield State University student, died during a school trip to Brush Creek Falls in West Virginia.
United Airlines Flight 93 crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
The Flight 93 Memorial will mark 25 years since Sept. 11, 2001, with a day of observance and ceremonies on Friday.
While many had never heard of Shanksville before Sept. 11, 2001, 25 years later, their acts of service remain.
Central Catholic High School football has been a staple in the region for almost a century, but there's one thing it's never had until Friday: a true home field.
At least 10 people have been arrested and charged for their involvement in a large-scale narcotics trafficking organization, authorities say.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video introducing Sen. Dave McCormick at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats. KDKA political analyst Jon Delano breaks it down.
Sen. John Fetterman's surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention sparked a strong reaction from Democrats.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
A Pennsylvania man is facing charges after police said he called Gov. Josh Shapiro's office and threatened to "destroy the Commonwealth."
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
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.
Get your tickets now for the PTL Turkey Fund Kickoff Show happening at the Pittsburgh Playhouse on Sept. 18!
The Original Pittsburgh Taco Festival is back with over 25 food trucks and authentic Latin music. It takes place Saturday, Sept. 12, at The Stacks at 3 Crossings in the Strip District.
Daisy checks out Gameway, the new video gaming lounge at Pittsburgh International Airport!
Leechburg Pizza Company is the latest pizza place featured on PTL Pizza Friday!
The Pittsburgh County Fair will take place Saturday, Sept. 12, at Allegheny Commons Park West. It's a celebration of urban agriculture and all things handmade, homemade, and delicious in Pittsburgh.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
A Pittsburgh-area hospital is seeing a concerning uptick in withdrawals from what many describe as "gas station heroin."
Mental health days aren't just for adults; oftentimes, children need them, too, so here's what parents need to be on the lookout for.
Getting zapped by lightning is an enormous danger, and with an uptick in strikes in the Pittsburgh area, here's what you need to know.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Central Catholic High School football has been a staple in the region for almost a century, but there's one thing it's never had until Friday: a true home field.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the U.S. Steel Community Field at Hazelwood Green.
Jared Jones pitched seven innings of one-hit ball, Oneil Cruz added a solo home run and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday night to complete a three-game series sweep.
Phil, the two-time champion, and Amanda, the Penguins' Manager of Minor League Operations, are both heading to the Hall of Fame.
The grant funding comes after a gunshot was fired near the district's high school football stadium last month.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
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.
Local legend Donnie Iris will headline an early show at Pittsburgh's newest music venue, Citizens Live at The Wylie.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
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.
Health leaders say they're tracking another 100 confirmed measles cases in just the past week alone. That brings the total outbreak numbers to 676 measles cases across the state. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
People across the country are marking 25 years since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
While many had never heard of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, before Sept. 11, 2001, 25 years later, their acts of service remain.
Friday marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and observance ceremonies were held at the Flight 93 Memorial near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, to remember the lives lost that day. KDKA's Chris DeRose reports.
Up to a dozen people are facing charges for their involvement in what the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office is calling a large-scale narcotics trafficking organization. KDKA-TV’s Erika Stanish reports.
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.
