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Pirates’ Vince Velasquez struggles in 2nd start, departs early from blowout loss to White Sox

PITTSBURGH — Vince Velasquez had an early opportunity to show his former team why he’s deserving of a rotating spot. The brain trust of his previous employer, the Chicago White Sox, likely didn’t feel it had let one get away Saturday night.

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South Side hit men? Sox pile up 14 more in 11-5 win against Pirates

The Sox lead the majors with eight games of 10 or more hits, and this one was their sixth in as many road games. Tim Anderson, Luis Robert, Andrew Benintendi, Andrew Vaughn, Yasmani Grandal and Oscar Colas each had two.

Chicago Sun-Times

Michael Kopech suspects he tipped pitches, knows he must execute them better

White Sox righty Michael Kopech looks to rebound from an awful start.

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Adorable Video Roberto Clemente’s Grandson Cheering on Pirates Is What Baseball’s All About

The son and grandson of the Pirates legend was in attendance at the home opener.

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In Pirates home opener that was supposed to be about Andrew McCutchen, Bryan Reynolds steals show

PITTSBURGH — Call it potential contract leverage, symmetry or just plain dominance. Doesn't matter. Bryan Reynolds is in some kind of zone right now, and the White Sox — in a Pirates home opener that was supposed to be about Andrew McCutchen — paid the price.

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White Sox pitching battered again in loss to Pirates

White Sox waste pair of homers by Luis Robert Jr., home run by Jake Burger and four hits by Tim Anderson

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Michigan adds UNC's Caleb Love, Seton Hall's Tray Jackson from transfer portal

Michigan coach Juwan Howard already dipped into the transfer portal to add one piece to next season's roster.

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From Taunton Titans to a European last eight: Tom Wyatt’s weave to top

Exeter’s elusive 23-year-old full-back Tom Wyatt is a fine example of a player climbing the ranks – on Saturday he takes on the Stormers in the Champions Cup

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Joe Starkey: As we'll see, Andrew McCutchen means the world to Pittsburgh

Nothing felt right about Andrew McCutchen's final home game here, likely because it wasn't clear if it was his final home game here.

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Ron Cook: A.J. Burnett, Russell Martin home opener reunion reminds Pirates fans of better times

PITTSBURGH — Bob Nutting might be the worst owner in all of sports. We beat him up regularly for not spending enough on Pirates payroll. But none of us can accuse Nutting of being anything less than a brilliant businessman. He didn't become a billionaire by making bad decisions.

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Mitch Keller dominates, Oneil Cruz leaves with injury as Pirates sweep Red Sox

BOSTON — Mitch Keller doesn’t wear sleeves when completing household chores. On a chilly day in Boston, Keller flashed some forearms and incredible stuff while delivering one of the best starts of his career, helping the Pirates to a series sweep against the Red Sox.

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Paisley Pirates take aim at play-off glory after narrow Scottish Cup defeat

The Braehead Arena outfit are looking to repeat their 2019 SNL play-off heroics this weekend in Edinburgh.

Daily Record

Bryan Reynolds, Pirates enjoy another fun night at Fenway Park, take down Red Sox

BOSTON — Should this incredible run continue, Bryan Reynolds may opt out of the flight home.

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Bryan Reynolds, Jason Delay combine to lead Pirates in wild slugfest against Red Sox

BOSTON — The breadth of a baseball season, 162 games in all, allows for these beauties, the back-and-forth, nothing-ever-seems-right affairs. On Monday in Boston, two popups were dropped, a single off first base scored a run, and the Pirates and Red Sox combined for six home runs.

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Key misses against Reds cost Vince Velasquez in Pirates debut

CINCINNATI — The upside of Vince Velasquez, one of two starting pitchers the Pirates added via free agency this winter, can be really good. With multiple breaking balls, as well as a spin-heavy, riding fastball, it’s certainly not weaponry Velasquez lacks. For the large part of his career, however, it’s…

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The improbable opening day story of Pirates reliever Rob Zastryzny is one worth celebrating

CINCINNATI — When Rob Zastryzny and the Pirates' other relievers walked from the dugout to the bullpen at Great American Ball Park late Thursday afternoon, the 31-year-old turned and took a look around.

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With Pirates’ bats quiet, Reds slug their way to series-evening victory

CINCINNATI — The magic that marked the Pirates’ opening day victory against the Reds did not return. There were no dashes around the basepaths, no crucial, late-inning plays. In fact, the flicker of offense that existed at the beginning of this one didn’t last long at all.

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Small ball, timely offense drive Pirates to opening day victory in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI — If the Pirates are going to achieve their big-picture goal this season — essentially to play a better brand of baseball and start winning games — the recipe they deployed on opening day in Cincinnati is a keeper.

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Joe Starkey: Interesting Pirates bound for 74 wins

It's time to take the Pirates somewhat seriously again — and kudos to them on a perfectly executed tank job.

Daily Record

Paisley Pirates hoping for bumper home crowd as club prepare to sail into season-defining weekend

The Pirates face two crucial games this weekend as they look to keep their play-off and Scottish Cup hopes afloat.

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Gene Collier: Getting you ready for baseball's new look

As a new baseball season finally crept within a week, I tripped over this headline that appeared on the Post-Gazette website at the start of the day:

Daily Record

Paisley Pirates coach urges team to bounce back quickly after league disappointment

The Renfrewshire side still have the Scottish Cup and play-offs to look forward to after a poor end to their league campaign.

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Jason Mackey: Taking a closer look at the Pirates' ongoing push to build young, talented pitching depth

BRADENTON, Fla. — A noticeable storyline of spring training thus far has been the decent amount of competency found in the Pirates' starting rotation.

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South Dakota State and 3 other mid-majors that can be Cinderellas in the women’s NCAA Tournament

Can South Dakota State make another Sweet 16 run?

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