Spring Training Report: Astros Favored To Get Most Wins
Astros open as win-total favorites, while MLB looks to speed up games, as Spring Training moves into its second week.
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Astros open as win-total favorites, while MLB looks to speed up games, as Spring Training moves into its second week.
The Bucs had to settle for an 8-8 tie against the Tigers in Lakeland in a not-so-tidy 3 hours and 28 minutes.
It was not all that long ago that Jordy Mercer was the young guy in Bradenton anxious to become a big leaguer.
The Pirates and Rays showed their support for the Florida shooting victims before their exhibition game Friday.
It almost felt like Opening Day. And in a sense, for some, it was.
For Pirate fans, at least at the moment, it's a move that can give them some hope that the light at the end of their post-Andrew McCutchen and Gerrit Cole tunnel may be brightening sooner than expected.
Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington was able to land a power-hitting left fielder with Thursday's trade for Tampa Bay's Corey Dickerson.
Despite two years of losing, an offseason of shedding stars, a first week of Spring Training that drew critical words from the clubhouse, and a declining payroll, Bob Nutting has decided to turn the adage of 'actions speak louder than words' back on to the players.
Francisco Cervelli called MLB's new rule limiting non-pitching change mound visits "the worst thing I've ever heard."
Winter is beginning to thaw, which can mean only one thing: it's time for baseball to return!
A bandage has been ripped off. And now the wounds of a difficult offseason can start to scab over and heal, as baseball was once again the focus during the first Full Squad workouts at Pirate City.
A disgruntled second baseman, a frightened but thankful catcher, and a somewhat naïve general manager walk into camp…
Neal Huntington insisted the Pirates are focused on winning and suggested they're better than before trading Gerrit Cole and Andrew McCutchen.
Josh Harrison is not backing down. If the Pirates' focus isn't on winning, from top-to-bottom, he wants out. "I want to win. And if that's not what they want to do here, trade me."
Gregory Polanco and Adam Frazier arrived just in time for Day 4 of workouts at Pirate City, and both talked about expectations going into the first season of baseball in Pittsburgh without Andrew McCutchen in a decade.
Day 3 of Pitchers & Catchers was all set to be another "some guys pitched, some guys took infield, and then there was batting practice" kind of Spring Training Groundhog Day. Then David Freese went in on everyone.
David Freese has had enough. Enough of losing, enough of watching great players shipped out, and enough of the kind of attitude on the field and in the clubhouse that doesn't seem to care about losing.
One key difference between Day 1 and Day 2 was provided: Starling Marte arrived and spoke with the media via translator Mike Gonzalez after working out.
Valentine's Day was celebrated with the first full day of workouts for pitchers and catchers, three more veteran position players arriving, and Clint Hurdle's first media availability of the new year going over 20 minutes.
Tuesday was Physical Day at Pirate City, technically the day before any real work is supposed to begin. Nonetheless, there was action around the complex in Bradenton.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have their sights set on warmer weather as they pack up and head south for Spring Training.
Colin Dunlap knows that helping people in their deepest time of need is what Pittsburghers do best.
When a pack of bees swarmed the field, the Rockies and Padres didn't seem to know what to do.
The short sleeve days in the Florida sunshine are over and the battles for spots on the roster just about done; now it's time for long sleeves and baseball that counts.
As the Pirates took the field at LECOM Park Wednesday, for the last time this spring, a second game was playing out just behind the right field wall.
Some scattered rain will linger throughout the weekend in the Pittsburgh area.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the U.S. Steel Community Field at Hazelwood Green.
United Airlines Flight 93 crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
The Pony League World Series in Washington County is asking for the community's help.
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.
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.
Brittany Ritter, a woman missing for more than one week from Ohio, was found dead on top of a train car in Indiana, authorities said.
Some scattered rain will linger throughout the weekend in the Pittsburgh area.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the U.S. Steel Community Field at Hazelwood Green.
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.
Table Magazine's Arts & Culture Editor, Sean Collier, shares his top picks for weekend activities.
Participating Ford dealerships across the area are collecting food throughout the month, all leading up to the Steelers' home game on September 27th.
Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr shares the places you can take your kids to learn something new.
The actor and Director of a new film join Heather and David to talk about their latest movie premiering in Pittsburgh in September!
Robby Incmikoski heads to the Carrie Blast Furnaces for a sneak peek of what to expect at this year's Pittsburgh Irish Festival!
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.
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.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
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.
Cameron Heyward is criticizing the franchise tag, calling it "stupid.".
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.
Thousands of people are expected to attend today's events at the Flight 93 National Memorial.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
On September 11, 2001, the quiet, rural life of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, was changed forever when Flight 93 came crashing down. John Shumway spoke with the two men who saw the plane and the first people who responded to the scene.
The Pony League World Series in Washington County is asking for the community’s help.
A man in Beaver County is charged with trying to lure a 14-year-old girl into his truck on Thursday.
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.
