Kevin Gorman stories, Page 72
‘Bush league’: Pirates fire back at Red Sox broadcaster Dennis Eckersley’s on-air criticism
The Pittsburgh Pirates had a hodgepodge of reactions to Boston Red Sox color analyst Dennis Eckersley’s harsh criticisms that were trending on Twitter during the broadcast of Tuesday night’s game. Where some shrugged it off as nothingness, Pirates reliever Wil Crowe fired back by calling Eckersley “bush league” for taking...
Chase De Jong shines in relief as Pirates bullpen throws 7 no-hit innings in loss to Red Sox
When Chase De Jong got the call in the bullpen to be ready to pitch the third inning after Pittsburgh Pirates starter Mitch Keller was pulled for shoulder fatigue, De Jong knew exactly what was expected of him. Facing a Boston Red Sox lineup that scored five runs in the...
Red Sox jump to early lead to top Pirates, as Mitch Keller leaves with right shoulder fatigue
The Pittsburgh Pirates knew something was wrong with Mitch Keller even before the right-hander couldn’t get an out against the first six Boston Red Sox batters he faced. Keller wasn’t in pain so much as he was feeling and showing signs of fatigue, which sapped speed from his fastball, spin...
MLB suspends Rodolfo Castro for phone incident, but Pirates infielder will appealVideo
Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Rodolfo Castro was suspended for one game and fined for violating MLB policy regarding unapproved electronic devices when his cellphone fell out of his back pocket during an Aug. 9 game at Arizona. While saying he truly respects MLB’s decision, Castro will appeal the suspension. That will...
Pirates place Ke’Bryan Hayes on 10-day IL with back sprain, recall INF Kevin Padlo
The back spasms that prevented Ke’Bryan Hayes from playing in San Francisco forced the Pittsburgh Pirates to place the third baseman on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. Hayes appeared to aggravate his back when he was running out a grounder that resulted in a double play to end the seventh...
MLB suspends, fines Rodolfo Castro for phone incident but Pirates infielder will appealVideo
Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Rodolfo Castro has been suspended for one game and fined for violating MLB policy when his mobile phone fell out of his back pocket during an Aug. 9 game at Arizona. While saying he truly respects MLB’s decision, Castro will appeal the suspension. That will allow him...
Pirates know close isn’t cutting it when it comes to games decided by 2 runs or fewer
As their season spirals out of control, the Pittsburgh Pirates know that they can count on one constant: Win or lose, the games will be close. And they will lose a majority of them. The Pirates (45-70) have had 70 games decided by two runs or fewer but have won...
Thairo Estrada’s walk-off, 2-run homer in 9th leads Giants to a sweep of Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates expected a wild finish after rallying from a five-run deficit — only to allow the San Francisco Giants tie the game — then scoring the go-ahead run in the top of the ninth inning on an error. Just when the Pirates thought they were about to avoid...
Logan Webb weaves a gem for Giants, who hand Pirates their 12th shutout of season
Logan Webb toyed with the Pittsburgh Pirates, as the San Francisco Giants right-hander relied on off-speed and breaking pitches that danced around the strike zone but managed to miss their bats. The Pirates had no answer for Webb, even when Giants manager Gabe Kapler left him in with the bases...
Baseball America ranks Pirates’ 1st-round pick Termarr Johnson among Top 50 overall
When the Pittsburgh Pirates selected Termarr Johnson with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft last month, scouts proclaimed the Georgia prep phenom the best pure hitter in the draft in decades and Johnson declared himself the best player in the draft. Now, Baseball America is calling...
Despite 3 solo home runs, Pirates come up empty with bases loaded in loss to Giants
When it came to hitting home runs, the Pittsburgh Pirates went flying solo three times on long balls by Rodolfo Castro, Ben Gamel and Greg Allen. When it came to playing small ball, the Pirates came up empty. Trailing the San Francisco Giants by one run in the top of...
Tyler Beede bringing bullpen mentality in transition back to starting role for Pirates
After spending the majority of the season in the bullpen, Tyler Beede had a one-word answer when asked how he was being built up by the Pittsburgh Pirates to start games again. “Slowly,” Beede said, with a grin. The 29-year-old right-hander has twice served as an opener this month and...
Pirates great Omar Moreno to auction 1979 World Series ring, glove for foundation
Before Omar Moreno moves back to his native Panama, the former Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder is parting with some prized possessions from his personal collection of memorabilia that includes his 1979 World Series ring and the glove with which he caught the final out in the Game 7 win over...
Can you hear me now? Pirates’ Rodolfo Castro’s phone pops out of his pocket while sliding into 3rd
Rodolfo Castro was safe at third base but got called out anyway. On the day the Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman was called up from Triple-A Indianapolis, he made national waves Tuesday night when his cellphone popped out of his back left pocket while sliding headfirst into third in the fourth...
Michael Chavis homers twice but Pirates come up short against Diamondbacks
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton wasn’t shy about expressing his disgust for praising opposing starting pitchers, placing some of the blame on his own batters. Whether it was Tommy Henry’s pitching or the Pirates’ hitting, the Arizona Diamondbacks took advantage. Henry limited the Pirates to four hits over seven innings...
Pirates recalled INF Rodolfo Castro, option OF Cal Mitchell to Triple-A Indianapolis
The Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday recalled infielder Rodolfo Castro from Indianapolis and optioned outfielder Cal Mitchell to their Triple-A affiliate. Castro, 23, adds another switch hitter who can play three infield positions to a lefty-heavy lineup. He batted .197 (14 for 71) in 23 games with the Pirates before his...
Pirates rookie Bligh Madris making midseason adjustments after switching to first base
Bligh Madris will be the first to admit that switching to first base definitely gives him a different view of the game after spending four-plus seasons in the minor leagues playing outfield. So the Pittsburgh Pirates rookie couldn’t help but laugh about his first play in his first game at...
Zac Gallen shines as Diamondbacks hand Pirates their 11th shutout of season
Zac Gallen has been unbeatable at Chase Field for the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the right-hander ran his home winning streak to 14 against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Gallen tossed a three-hitter and struck out eight in seven scoreless innings, as the Diamondbacks handed the Pirates a 3-0 loss Monday night in...
Greg Allen’s play on base paths proves why Pirates showed patience with outfielder
Greg Allen was aiming to make an impact, 90 feet at a time. The Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder used his hitting to drive in one run and his quick thinking and speed on the base paths to score two more in an 8-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday. Allen’s...
After slow start, Pirates pound Orioles for 1st win at Camden Yards since 2008
The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t get on base through the first four innings, as Baltimore Orioles right-hander Spenser Watkins pitched to perfection by retiring the first 13 batters he faced. Then the floodgates opened. The Pirates pounded the Orioles for eight hits and eight runs over the next three innings, including...
Pirates release OF Jake Marisnick, claim corner infielder Kevin Padlo off waivers
The Pittsburgh Pirates parted ways with Jake Marisnick, releasing the outfielder who made some daring diving catches but spent time on the injured list with thumb and toe injuries. The Pirates released Marisnick on Sunday, one of several 40-man roster moves they made during their game at the Baltimore Orioles....
Pirates announce inaugural 19-member Hall of Fame class
The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrated their storied history Sunday with the announcement of their inaugural Hall of Fame class, a 19-member group that includes 16 players enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The Pirates will unveil the Hall of Fame display Sept. 3 during a special induction ceremony on...
Good as gold?: Pirates ‘spoiled’ by 3B Ke’Bryan Hayes making spectacular plays
After Ke’Bryan Hayes missed the first two months of the season last year, the Pittsburgh Pirates understood just how valuable his presence was on the field. He won the Fielding Bible Award as baseball’s best player at his position but didn’t play enough innings to qualify for the Rawlings Gold...
Mitch Keller delivers quality start but Orioles shut out Pirates to snap 3-game win streak
The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t have asked for much more from Mitch Keller, as the right-hander delivered his fifth consecutive quality start and escaped several scoring situations. But the Baltimore Orioles also got a strong start from Dean Kremer and did something the Pirates couldn’t: Score a run. Ramon Urias squeaked...
‘I’m going to swing it hard’: Pirates SS Oneil Cruz producing eye-popping exit velocities
When he came to the plate with the Pittsburgh Pirates trailing the Milwaukee Brewers by three runs Tuesday night, Oneil Cruz had one thought on his mind: “I’m going to make one swing. Whether it’s a hit or home run, I’m going to swing it hard.” Upon contact, another thought...
