Jim Colony: Houston Still Has A Problem Against Pittsburgh
The Pirates snapped a six-game Grapefruit League losing streak with an 8-6 win over their former divisional rivals, the Houston Astros at frosty McKechnie Field.
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The Pirates snapped a six-game Grapefruit League losing streak with an 8-6 win over their former divisional rivals, the Houston Astros at frosty McKechnie Field.
Newcomer Mike Zagurski may be a longshot to make the Pirates' 25-man roster, but he's yet to give up a hit in Spring Training.
Newcomer Mark Melancon not only lockers between the more outgoing Jared Hughes and Jason Grilli but could end up pitching between them in late-game situations.
It was tough enough for Pittsburgh fans to watch the Baltimore Ravens win the Super Bowl with Ray Lewis front and center; but with Pittsburgh playing the Tigers in Lakeland, Fla., on Saturday, it was Ray Lewis Day for the Lakeland native at Joker Marchant Stadium.
The Fan's Jim Colony stopped by McKechnie Field before heading to Lakeland for the Grapefruit League game against the Tigers to check out the new and improved McKechnie Field.
Michael McKenry says he's spent the off-season trying to become more versatile.
We have all heard so many times that action speaks louder than words. That seems to be the case with the Pirates players and coaches this spring. There are no slogans or printed t-shirts with "finish" on them in the clubhouse it just seems to be understood that this is a very important year. A year when winning is expected. The last two years have given the fans a taste of what post season baseball could be like but still are dealing with a losing streak of 20 straight years.
Neil Walker of the Pirates understands why people questioned the team's effort after last season, but thinks that it isn't always about stepping up your game.
Pirates pitching coach Jay Bell hopes to encourage the team as they get ready for another season and remind players that it's not always just about scoring a home run.
This was not a good day to be a Pirates pitcher. The staff combined to allow 16 runs on 14 hits and also walked 14 batters all leading to a 16-6 loss to the Boston red Sox today at McKechnie Field.
Clint Hurdle has been hard at work getting the Pirates prepared for the upcoming 2013 season.
When you talk to any of the players or coaches in Bradenton, you really get the feel that they know this is an important season and then you hear them talk about how the catchers mitt pops when Gerrit Cole unleashes his right arm, which is not ordinary.
Jeff Karstens is excited for the upcoming season and joined The Fan Morning Show Thursday to talk about it.
The sun rises on another day at Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla., which means Jay Bell is already hard at work. With the new day's sunshine blaring into his eyes, it didn't take long to realize, this guy lives and breathes hitting.
The Pirates fell to 2-2 on the Grapefruit League season after an 8-2 loss to the Rays Wednesday in Bradenton, Fla.
Garrett Jones and the Pirates will be looking to erase the memory of another last season slide this year.
We have been greeted every morning here in Bradenton with a smiling Ray Searage showing up for work at 5:20 a.m.
Drive 45 miles east from Tampa, turn right at a small town called Barto, and you'll soon arrive at another small town, Fort Meade, Fla., home to 6,000 residents, one traffic light and Andrew McCutchen.
The Pirates and Orioles were rained out today in Bradenton.
ROOT Sports' Pirates Analyst, Kent Tekulve stopped by the Fan Morning Show's broadcast location in Bradenton, Florida to give the guys his early impressions of the 2013 Pirates.
Pirates' All-Star Center Fielder, Andrew McCutchen joined the Fan Morning Show on Tuesday to talk about Spring Training.
The Fan Morning Show is Live in Bradenton and talked to multiple Pirates players including Gaby Sanchez, Jeff Locke, and
The Pirates Closer for the 2013 season, Jason Grilli joined the Fan Morning Show live in Bradenton to talk about Spring Training.
The Fan Morning Show arrived in Bradenton Sunday just in time to catch the Pirates' Spring Training home opener.
In the first exhibition game of the 2013 season, lefty Jeff Locke set the bar pretty high in the battle for the fifth spot in the Pirates rotation in the Bucs' 3-2 win at the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday afternoon at Charlotte Sports Park.
Wyndham Clark began the final round up six shots, but ended up winning by just one, securing his second U.S. Open title in four years.
Nick Gonzalez and Bryan Reynolds homered to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Sunday.
Summer began just after 4 a.m. in Pittsburgh, and the first official day will be cloudy with some late rain showers.
Jake McCarthy hit a leadoff inside-the-park home run off Paul Skenes and the Colorado Rockies survived another tense ninth inning to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Saturday night.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
A series of fights on Friday night involving 40-50 kids took a large police presence to clear.
A mama bear and her four cubs were caught on camera in Slippery Rock Township.
Dr. Hall was a counselor at Pittsburgh Public Schools, a school board member in North Hills, and an athletic director.
Doctors at Allegheny Health Network's West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh delivered four sets of triplets recently.
The Justice Department says it's released "every document required by the Epstein Files Transparency Act," but CBS News has identified numerous gaps.
On both sides of the aisle, there's agreement that data center development is happening fast, and the companies behind them need regulation.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
The state House passed a bill that would make what's known as "gas station heroin" illegal in Pennsylvania.
Changes will be coming to "skill games" in Pennsylvania after the state Supreme Court ruled the games are essentially slot machines.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
A Pennsylvania state lawmaker is proposing giving taxpayers $250 to celebrate America's birthday.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
What if what's sitting in your jewelry drawer is worth more than you think?
Team PTL's Daisy Jade and Washington County Tourism are showing us how we can see above the Earth at the Mingo Creek Park Observatory!
Today we're joined by Carleen King and in honor of Juneteenth, she's showing us a recipe that has helped bring people together for generations.
Bobby Laurie is back on the show and now he's sharing the top five travel mistakes to avoid with Mikey and David!
We're less than a month away from the Fourth of July, so travel expert Bobby Laurie is back on the show to give us his best tips for the holiday travel season!
One local man's journey across America is three days in, and Jeff Koontz is attempting to pedal from Oceanside, California to Atlantic City, New Jersey all in support of the KDKA Turkey Fund!
A family in Whitehall says nearly 30 years after a freak accident changed their lives forever, they are looking for help.
Many families with children attending schools in the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh said they are trying to figure out the logic behind their upcoming tuition bills.
Pittsburgh's fire boat has been on the water for nearly a decade, but it hasn't seen much action.
A lawsuit has been filed over the smell neighbors say is coming from the Sherwin-Williams plant in Rochester.
Naida Reed contacted KDKA Investigates after she said Pittsburgh Water failed to follow through on what crews allegedly promised.
Representatives from UPMC and Allegheny County Public Safety held a demonstration to encourage firework safety in Pittsburgh.
When you hear you're diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. It can leave questions, anger and a feeling of seclusion.
Allegheny County health officials said babies who have died from sudden unexpected infant death have more than doubled since 2000.
Lone star ticks have been found in Franklin and Erie counties in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh, with its natural beauty and parks, can be a great place for people to put the phones down and enjoy life.
Wyndham Clark began the final round up six shots, but ended up winning by just one, securing his second U.S. Open title in four years.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Nick Gonzalez and Bryan Reynolds homered to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Sunday.
Jake McCarthy hit a leadoff inside-the-park home run off Paul Skenes and the Colorado Rockies survived another tense ninth inning to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Saturday night.
Pinch-hitter Braxton Fulford hit a go-ahead two-run double in the eighth inning, leading the Rockies to a 4-3 win over the Pirates.
A federal judge has extended his block on enforcement of an Ohio law that would require children under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps while a legal challenge proceeds.
Schwebel's, which sells bread at grocery stores across western Pennsylvania, is closing after 120 years.
Pittsburgh City Council has approved new legislation that would put new restrictions on vape shops.
Buc-ee's plans to open another store in Ohio, bringing its gas station, convenience store and smiling buck-toothed beaver mascot closer to the Pennsylvania stateline.
A James Beard Award-nominated bar is coming back to Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest is officially underway, aiming to create a safer and welcoming South Side.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Locals spent Saturday at the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a day of sampling dozens of local beers and cocktails.
The Clarks are a band that Pittsburghers hear and think of home.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has extended the contract of music director Manfred Honeck through the 2032-2033 season.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
Frontline Dignity says it is trying to be a helper one Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid at a time. Mamie Bah shared their story on a new Intersections.
This month's edition of Intersections with Mamie Bah.
Pittsburgh's Juneteenth organizers are implementing a chaperone policy for minors after Pittsburgh police shut down Market Square overnight due to fights involving juveniles breaking out. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer has more.
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.
