Matt Joyce Trying To Be Pirates' Fourth Outfielder
Coming off a career-worst season, outfielder Matt Joyce is trying to be the Pirates fourth outfielder when camp breaks next week.
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Coming off a career-worst season, outfielder Matt Joyce is trying to be the Pirates fourth outfielder when camp breaks next week.
You see it in all walks of life, where sons follow their fathers into their chosen profession. For 28-year-old Cole Figueroa, the family business is baseball.
For a second straight spring the Pirates brought back Kevin Young to work with the first basemen at camp. The Pirates converted Young from a third baseman to first early in his career and he led the National League in 1993 in fielding percentage.
It's just another chance to put on the Pirates uniform for a little over a month that puts Mike LaValliere right back where he wants to be. The former Pirates catcher returned again this year to be an instructor during Pirates Spring Training.
He can be the smartest and dumbest person in a Pirates uniform, all in the same inning and he doesn't even play. It's third base coach Rick Sofield.
Jonathan Niese went 6 innings, throwing 73 pitches and giving up a pair of homers as the Orioles scored in the 9th to win 6-5 in Sarasota on Thursday.
When he came over in a trade with Milwaukee, it appeared right-hitting Jason Rogers could be the Pirates' first baseman in 2016. But, much has transpired since Dec. 17.
The competition for the final two rotation spots continued in Bradenton Wednesday as the Pirates beat Baltimore 6-5. Jeff Locke went 5 innings, giving up three earned runs on six hits and struck out 3.
Jared Hughes said he felt pain in his left lat during his last outing and he has been diagnosed with a lat strain and is day-to-day. It's a new injury for Hughes who said there was a specific moment where he felt it.
Pirates GM Neal Huntington said Monday morning they have three guys fighting for the last two starting rotation spots. It's the first time this Spring anyone from the club has officially mentioned names with battles in regards to the rotation.
Juan Nicasio was dominant again leading a Pirates split squad team in Ft. Myers to a 2-0 win over Minnesota. Nicasio struck over eight over five scoreless while allowing five hits. So far this Spring, Nicasio has gone 15 innings, allowed no runs and struck out 24.
Andrew McCutchen hit his fourth homer in five games, again hitting in the second spot of the lineup as the Blue Jays beat the Pirates 3-2 in Dunedin.
Ryan Vogelsong threw a simulated five-inning game at Pirate City, saying he's in a good place and anxious to just be a part of the Pirates' rotation in two weeks.
It's been a couple of brutal outings for Pirates relievers as the Bucs lost to the Phillies 15-12 Friday in Clearwater.
Signed on Friday to a one-year, three million dollar contract, David Freese made his Pirates debut on Thursday.
The New York Yankees beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2 in Bradenton on Thursday as Jeff Locke gave up five earned runs over 5 innings. Locke said while he made some mistakes, he felt like he pitched really well.
"The game is still the game, still going to get pitches to hit, just in the lineup earlier and that's it" - Andrew McCutchen
Spring Training numbers don't mean much, but in the case of right-handed pitcher Juan Nicasio, they just might win him a spot in the Pirates' rotation.
It's a spring start, so you have to take that into account, BUT when you strikeout 10 of the 14 batters you face, against likely the Orioles regular lineup, you take notice.
Pirates pitching prospect Tyler Glasnow is one of the early roster moves by the Pirates today.
Andrew McCutchen finally hit a home run and the Pirates finally won a game at McKechnie Field – 4-3 over the Rays on Friday.
Although the results don't count right now, at some point they will start to matter. And at some point, it would be nice for the Pirates to actually win another Grapefruit League game.
Michael Morse adds a winning presence to what is already a winning team here in Pittsburgh.
The Pirates lost their fourth straight Grapefruit League game, 6-2 to the Boston Red Sox at McKechnie Field Wednesday, but manager Clint Hurdle had some positive postgame news - Gerrit Cole is getting closer.
If pitcher Steven Brault isn't your favorite Pirates' minor leaguer, then he should be.
Esmerlyn Valdez helped rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader.
A Shaler Township man was indicted by a federal jury after making specific threats against a member of Congress.
Here's what you need to know about the Pirates ahead of the 2026 MLB draft.
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
The Pirates acquired infielder Jacob Gonzalez and pitcher Brandon Eisert from the Chicago White Sox.
A major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East is underway, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
A major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East will begin soon, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
The historic Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 is rolling through western Pennsylvania on Saturday, with a stop in Leetsdale.
Wyatt Fisher, an 18-year-old firefighter, was killed in a motorcycle crash in Clermont County, Ohio, officials said.
Esmerlyn Valdez helped rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader.
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Pennsylvania Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman have formed a joint fundraising committee.
Sen. John Fetterman condemned his colleagues who continued backing Graham Platner amid a string of scandals.
Rep. Eric Davanzo later said he "will never apologize for putting patriotism before politics."
Some lawmakers say the Pennsylvania State Senate is stalling on a bill to increase the state's minimum wage.
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
We're taking a look back at what happened this week on PTL.
We’re stepping into a vintage wonderland packed with iconic ‘90s and Y2K fashion, throwback music, and nostalgic treasures that’ll have you saying, “I used to have that!”
When traveling to a different country, the rules can be different from your own. Our resident travel expert Bobby Laurie is here to share some laws around the world.
From fake rentals to pickpockets, there are so many things to look out for when on vacation. Travel expert Bobby Laurie joins us to get us in the know.
Friday Free For All and some "Buzz in the 'Burgh."
Two years after Pittsburgh struggled to turn on public water fountains, the city says just about every operable fountain is now working.
Some residents in Westmoreland County are voicing their frustrations over speculation on data centers.
There are several data centers on the drawing boards in southwestern Pennsylvania, raising concerns about noise and pollution.
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis that leaders are unsure how to address.
Rising Tide Partners began acquiring depressed properties five years ago with the promise of transforming struggling neighborhoods.
September marks the beginning of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
For the eighth year, a mobile dental clinic is back in Pittsburgh, providing free preventive dental care for those living in underserved communities.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
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.
Esmerlyn Valdez helped rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the first game of a doubleheader.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Here's what you need to know about the Pirates ahead of the 2026 MLB draft.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
The Pirates acquired infielder Jacob Gonzalez and pitcher Brandon Eisert from the Chicago White Sox.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
Schewbel's is closing after 120 years, meaning Giant Eagle will have to find a new bakery to make its branded bread.
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.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
When are the fireworks tonight in Pittsburgh? Here's what to know about the city's Fourth of July celebration.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
A major, nearly monthlong closure of Pittsburgh's Parkway East is underway, detouring hundreds of thousands of drivers.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
An oversized poster board tracks the deep cleaning happening across Pittsburgh's Mount Washington neighborhood.
John Cornish was the oldest competitor to medal at last year's Masters World Championships, and he plans to go for the gold next year in Australia.
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.
