Kevin Gorman stories, Page 74
Never mind the numbers, Pirates find developing draft picks into pitchers ‘exciting’
When it comes to some of the pitchers the Pittsburgh Pirates picked in the MLB Draft, never mind the numbers. That was the warning from Pirates senior director of amateur scouting Joe DelliCarri, who shared his excitement about draft picks whose resumes might give some pause as to why they...
Pirates continue to load up on pitching, taking 8 on final day of MLB Draft
Ben Cherington was adamant the Pittsburgh Pirates didn’t set out to stockpile pitchers in the MLB Draft but it certainly worked out that way when their three-day total amounted to 16 arms out of 21 picks. The Pirates used eight of their final 10 picks Tuesday on pitchers. In total,...
Ducky Schofield, infielder for Pirates’ 1960 World Series champions, dies at age 87
Dick “Ducky” Schofield had plenty of claims to fame in his baseball career, but two stood out above the rest: After starting at shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates in Harvey Haddix’s 12 innings of perfection in 1959, Schofield played for their 1960 World Series champions. “That was a pretty exciting...
Pirates pick 2-way player Jack Brannigan, then prioritize pitching on 2nd day of MLB Draft
Before the MLB Draft, Ben Cherington acknowledged that the top of the draft was deep with talented position players but hinted that the Pittsburgh Pirates would prioritize pitching after the first round. “Despite the changes that have happened at the major league level, it’s still true that really good starting...
‘We believe in him’: Pirates impressed by 1st-rounder Termarr Johnson’s confident approach
When it was time for the fourth pick in the MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates didn’t go outside the box but rather chose the player who their scouts described as different inside it. Termarr Johnson is being billed as the best pure hitting prospect in decades, drawing comparisons to Ken...
Pirates pick prep middle infielder Termarr Johnson with No. 4 overall pick in MLB Draft
With their first-round pick in the MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected a self-described “baseball rat” who analysts are calling the best pure hitting prospect in decades. Termarr Johnson prefers a different description: “I like to say I’m the smartest hitter.” After taking the 18-year-old middle infielder from Atlanta (Ga.)...
‘You can’t outsmart the draft’: Pirates focus on best player available with No. 4 overall pick
When it comes to the MLB Draft, Ben Cherington isn’t sharing any secrets. The Pittsburgh Pirates general manager kept draftniks guessing over which prep shortstop would he would select with the first overall pick last year before pulling a surprise by taking Louisville catcher Henry Davis. The Pirates signed Davis...
Picking pedigree: Pirates could have choice of legacy prospects in 1st round of MLB Draft
When Ben Cherington was Toronto’s vice president of baseball operations, he watched with great interest the sons of four-time All-Star Dante Bichette and Hall of Famers Craig Biggio and Vladimir Guerrero develop into major leaguers for the Blue Jays. Now, as Pittsburgh Pirates general manager, Cherington is positioned to pick...
Marlins spoil JT Brubaker’s strong performance by rallying for walk-off win in 10th
A game that started with strong pitching performances ended with a wild pitch with the bases loaded in the 10th inning. Jesus Aguilar scored the winning run when All-Star closer David Bednar’s pitch got past catcher Jason Delay, whose throw sailed past home plate as the Miami Marlins beat the...
Pirates GM Ben Cherington hopes to end team’s curse with No. 4 pick in MLB Draft
History shows the Pittsburgh Pirates have a checkered past when it comes to possessing the No. 4 pick in the MLB Draft. The Pirates have had the fourth selection three times in franchise history — all within a span of four years — and the three players they picked proved...
Pirates celebrate Jacob Stallings’ Gold Glove, get big hit from new catcher Jason Delay
The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t have been happier for their former catcher — or prouder of their newest. On the night Jacob Stallings finally received his 2021 National League Gold Glove Award, the Pirates got solid play behind the plate and a game-winning RBI from Jason Delay in a 3-2 win...
Bullpen provides boost as Pirates win 4th consecutive
The Pittsburgh Pirates asked Chris Stratton to do something he hasn’t done in more than three years by starting against the Miami Marlins. After 161 consecutive relief appearances, the veteran right-hander retired the first six batters he faced by directing traffic to center field. Jake Marisnick did the rest, recording...
Pirates bullpen gets boost: Reliever Dillon Peters activated from IL
The Pittsburgh Pirates got a boost to their bullpen with the return of left-handed reliever Dillon Peters, who was activated Tuesday from the 15-day injured list after missing more than a month with a lower back strain. Peters is 4-2 with a 3.86 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 25 2/3...
Jake Marisnick returns right on time after Pirates lose Bryan Reynolds to injury
Jake Marisnick waited two months to play for the Pittsburgh Pirates after surgery on his left thumb, and it just so happened that his return coincided with Bryan Reynolds being placed on the injured list. Marisnick was inserted into the starting lineup to replace Reynolds in center field Monday at...
Mitch Keller goes 7 innings, Jake Marisnick homers in return to boost Pirates past Marlins
Mitch Keller hadn’t pitched into the seventh inning as a starter but once in his major league career, and the Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander didn’t record an out in the seventh in that game. The Pirates provided Keller the perfect cushion with an early three-run lead, then watched him deliver the...
Pirates place CF Bryan Reynolds on 10-day IL with right oblique strain
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without Bryan Reynolds for an extended period, as the center fielder was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday with a right oblique strain. “That hurts us,” Pirates manager Derek Shelton told AT&T SportsNet before Monday’s game at Miami. “We just have to keep grinding...
Wil Crowe bringing bulldog mentality to Pirates’ bullpen in becoming high-leverage reliever
When the Pittsburgh Pirates shifted Wil Crowe from the starting rotation to a relief role this past spring, the right-hander brought to the bullpen a brash attitude of greeting his opponents with a four-letter word. And it wasn’t save or hold. Not only did Crowe embrace the move but he’s...
Pirates closer David Bednar, a Mars alum, selected to All-Star Game
The Renegade is going to Hollywood. Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar, a Mars alum, was selected to represent his hometown team at the 92nd All-Star Game on July 19 at Dodger Stadium. “Unbelievable,” Bednar said. “Pittsburgh holds a special place in my heart. It’s home. It’s unbelievable. To represent Pittsburgh...
Pirates hit 4 home runs to beat Brewers, but Bryan Reynolds leaves game with injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates put on an impressive 13-hit display Sunday that saw Ke’Bryan Hayes fall just short of the cycle, Oneil Cruz effortlessly flick a shot to the second deck and Daniel Vogelbach deliver a three-run homer in the ninth inning. Those were the positives for the Pirates in an...
Which Pirate is worthy of the All-Star Game? David Bednar, Bryan Reynolds are best bets
A day before Aaron Judge hit a grand slam for his 30th home run, David Bednar got the New York Yankees slugger to go down looking at a curveball for the final out to the cheers from a standing, sellout crowd at PNC Park. As reluctant as Derek Shelton has...
Pirates rebound from lopsided Yankees loss, split doubleheader with Reds
A day after being pummeled by the best team in baseball, the Pittsburgh Pirates found the perfect remedy to recover from their double-digit loss to the New York Yankees. The worst team in the National League. The Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds, 4-2, in the first game of a doubleheader...
Pirates to honor inaugural Hall of Fame class before Sept. 3 game against Blue Jays
The Pittsburgh Pirates will honor their inaugural Pirates Hall of Fame class with a special induction ceremony on Sept. 3 at PNC Park’s Riverwalk and before their game against the Toronto Blue Jays. Pirates chairman Bob Nutting indicated that the inaugural class, which will be announced in early August, could...
Pirates prospects Henry Davis, Mike Burrows selected to All-Stars Futures Games
A pair of Pittsburgh Pirates prospects — Double-A Altoona catcher Henry Davis and Triple-A Indianapolis right-handed pitcher Mike Burrows — have been selected to the National League roster for the All-Star Futures Game on July 16 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Davis, the No. 1 overall pick in the...
Pitching to Yankees’ power hitters in 9th inning ‘scary’ for Pirates infielder Josh VanMeter
Josh VanMeter understood the assignment, even if the idea of a position player pitching to a New York Yankees lineup loaded with power hitters made him uncomfortable. With the Pittsburgh Pirates trailing the Yankees by double digits in the ninth inning, the starting second baseman took the mound and threw...
Yankees pummel Pirates by blasting 6 homers, including a pair of grand slams
After scoring their first two runs by playing small ball, the New York Yankees reminded everyone what the Bronx Bombers do best. Josh Donaldson and Joey Gallo hit back-to-back home runs in the sixth inning and Kyle Higashioka added a solo shot in the seventh but the biggest blast belonged...
