The Latest Breaking News from Derek Shelton

Breaking Down the Extremely Complicated ABS Challenge That Gave Everyone a Lot to Think About

Mariners' victory over Twins featured a complex series of decisions for the umpiring crew.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 29

There's a First Time for Everything: Tracking All of MLB's ABS Challenge Firsts

From the first-ever ABS challenge to the first ejection involving an ABS challenge, here are all of MLB's firsts involving the new balls-and-strikes arbiter.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 9

The Best (and Worst) ABS Challenges From MLB’s Opening Week

Baseball has entered a new age with the automated ball strike-system—and some players are catching on more quickly than others.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 1

Pirates name Don Kelly new manager

Pirates name Don Kelly as their new manager. He replaces Derek Shelton of Carbondale, Illinois in Pittsburgh.

The Sports Daily · May 9, 2025

Pirates Fire Manager Derek Shelton After Poor Start to 2025 Season, Name Replacement

Amid a 12-26 start, the Pirates have fired manager Derek Shelton and have immediately named his replacement.

Sports Illustrated · May 8, 2025

The man who fell over a railing at PNC Park is in critical condition. Police say it was an accident

A man who fell from the 21-foot-high Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park during a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs remains in critical condition

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

Man who fell from 21-foot Clemente Wall at PNC Park during Pirates game in critical condition

A man who fell from the 21-foot-high Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park during a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs remains in critical condition

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

Fan at Cubs-Pirates game fighting for life after falling 20 feet from the bleachers onto the field

Players were left visibly shaken and kneeling to pray as the man lay spread-eagled on the floor

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

Fan Falls During Pirates Game: What Happened And What We Know So Far

Fan's fall from Clemente Wall during Pirates-Cubs game prompts safety questions and investigation

International Business Times UK · May 1, 2025

Paul Skenes Receives Major Praise From Pirates Manager After Impressive Rookie Season

Derek Shelton had some huge praise for Paul Skenes after his historic rookie season.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2025