Andrew McCutchen sinks former team as Pirates fall to Brewers PITTSBURGH — So much for Andrew McCutchen taking it easy on his former team. Tribune News Service · Apr 28, 2022
Kevin Newman, Pirates rebound from historic loss by beating Cubs, 4-3, and taking four-game series CHICAGO — Kevin Newman needed a rebound. So did the Pirates. They both found what they were looking for Sunday during Pittsburgh’s 4-3 victory over the Cubs at Wrigley Field, one that helped the visitors secure a four-game series win. Tribune News Service · Apr 24, 2022
Pirates start slow, stage another late rally to top Nationals, 5-3 PITTSBURGH — Whether it’s the result of a shortened spring training or some unusually brisk temperatures for this time of year, the Pirates have made a habit out of slow starts and playing from behind during the first nine games of this season. Tribune News Service · Apr 17, 2022
Michael Chavis, pitching and defense help Pirates secure another win PITTSBURGH — It’s only eight games into the season, but the Pirates have already enjoyed a crash course on what’s possible when you get competent pitching. And it doesn’t matter how it comes. Just keeping the other team remotely in check allows the offense to do its thing. Tribune News Service · Apr 17, 2022
Vogelbach, Contreras star, as Pirates overcome slow start to top Nationals, 9-4 PITTSBURGH — Lunch time Tuesday featured news that the Pirates had avoided an arbitration hearing with their best player, signing Bryan Reynolds to a two-year contract worth $13.5 million. It ended with a victory that was even more unlikely, especially after an ugly first inning. Tribune News Service · Apr 15, 2022
Ben Gamel, Ke’Bryan Hayes fuel offense as Pirates take win over Cubs PITTSBURGH — Former red-bearded Pirate Colin Moran made a habit of homering in home openers, doing so in three straight seasons from 2018-2020. Perhaps the current red-bearded Pirate, outfielder Ben Gamel, can claim the next day as his. Tribune News Service · Apr 13, 2022
Cubs’ Kyle Hendricks tries to put 2021 behind him, loss to Pirates reminiscent of struggles The right-hander allowed six runs in 3 2⁄3 innings against Pittsburgh. Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 13, 2022
Pirates use complete effort to top Cardinals for first win of 2022 ST. LOUIS — Outside of Ke’Bryan Hayes’ historic extension, there wasn’t a lot to celebrate during the Pirates’ first two games of the 2022 season. They made up for lost time Sunday. Tribune News Service · Apr 10, 2022