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.
A West Virginia man wanted for more than 10 years on child porn charges was found in Ecuador and later arrested, authorities said.
A mother in Erie, Pennsylvania, was at a drug deal when a fire broke out at her home, killing her three children, authorities said.
The new policy requiring anyone under 18 to be accompanied by someone over 21 in Market Square may not be as firm as some first thought.
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
A Beaver County youth baseball organization is asking for help after it says someone broke into a concession stand.
A West Virginia man wanted for more than 10 years on child porn charges was found in Ecuador and later arrested, authorities said.
A mother in Erie, Pennsylvania, was at a drug deal when a fire broke out at her home, killing her three children, authorities said.
The new policy requiring anyone under 18 to be accompanied by someone over 21 in Market Square may not be as firm as some first thought.
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
A Beaver County youth baseball organization is asking for help after it says someone broke into a concession stand.
It's been one year since the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General brought charges against former Pittsburgh-area funeral home owner Patrick Vereb.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro raised $3.6 million over five weeks, an aide said.
Live updating Ohio primary election results for May 5, 2026.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Pennsylvania state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are talking about suspending the gas tax for some relief.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
All three remaining Smokey Bones locations in the Pittsburgh area have closed after the restaurant chain's parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
Our resident movie buff, Ron Smiley, is here with his Reel Review of what’s new on screen.
Bold looks, custom vibes, and pieces that actually match your style. Daisy’s giving us some ideas for a new outdoor space with some help from Levin Furniture & Mattress!
Group painting nights and art classes are having a moment, but what if the studio came to you? Hannah Wolfe with The Traveling Palette has brought the painting to us!
For many Pittsburghers, the May Market, which will soon be open at Phipps Conservatory, marks the start of planting season. Boaz is there for a sneak peek!
Coupon expert Shayna tells us how to make the most of Mother’s Day and Memorial Day deals.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
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.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
A new report from Public Citizen identified several Pittsburgh-area hospitals that could be at risk of closing due to federal budget cuts.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Rafael Devers homered to back six strong innings from Robbie Ray, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
The Steelers announced a partnership with MeiGray to sell refurbished seats from the home of the team.
Brandon Lowe had three hits, including his 10th homer, and Joey Bart also went deep to back Mitch Keller, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Ten Carnegie Mellon University alumni have snagged nominations for Tony Awards.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
The U.S. continues to wait for Iran's response to its latest peace proposal, as the fragile ceasefire is still holding. President Trump said Saturday he "expects to hear very soon" from the Iranians.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley's forecast!
New rules are now in effect for kids who come to Pittsburgh's Market Square. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult from Thursdays to Sundays from 3 p.m to midnight. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer has more.
A Beaver County youth baseball organization is asking for help after they say someone broke into their concession stand. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
KDKA-TV's Cassidy Wood discusses the sports topics of the day.
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.
