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Pirates edged by Astros 4-2 in 11 innings

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:24:32 -0400

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen had been automatic with late-inning leads. Until Saturday night.

Astros edge Pirates 4-2 in 11 innings

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:41:28 -0400

PITTSBURGH - The Houston Astros haven't had many wins to celebrate so far this season. This one was especially satisfying for manager Bo Porter.

Dropped fly ball gives Pirates 5-4 win over Astros

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:44:23 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Things are going so well for the Pittsburgh Pirates these days that opposing teams can't even make routine catches.

Pirates put RHP Jose Contreras on bereavement list

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:12:15 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Right-hander Jose Contreras was placed on the bereavement list Friday by the Pittsburgh Pirates and right-hander Jared Hughes was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis to take his spot in the bullpen.

Snider powers Pirates past Brewers 7-1

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:35:24 -0400

PITTSBURGH - The ball left Travis Snider's bat and he took off with his head down. The Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder had imagined driving the ball into the Allegheny River since he joined the team last summer.

Pirates can't contain Brewers in 5-1 loss

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:26:34 -0400

PITTSBURGH - A.J. Burnett knew the Milwaukee Brewers were going to run whenever they got the chance. So did catcher Mike McKenry. And manager Clint Hurdle. And just about everybody else on the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Alvarez hits RBI single in 8th to lift Pirates

Sun, 12 May 2013 18:30:27 -0400

NEW YORK - Reliever Mark Melancon said his heart sunk. Second baseman Brandon Inge figured, that's it, two runs. Pedro Alvarez watched from third base and tossed his head back, disappointed.

Pirates activate Francisco Liriano for start

Sat, 11 May 2013 13:24:10 -0400

NEW YORK - Francisco Liriano made his long-awaited NL debut Saturday, coming off the disabled list to pitch against the Mets.

Hernandez tops Burnett, Mariners trip Pirates 2-1

Wed, 08 May 2013 18:07:11 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Pirates manager Clint Hurdle predicted that it wouldn't matter how well the Pirates swung the bat if Mariners ace Felix Hernandez did his thing.

Pirates place RHP James McDonald on disabled list

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:30:41 -0400

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed struggling right-handed pitcher James McDonald on the 15-day disabled list with stiffness in his right shoulder and recalled infielder Josh Harrison from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Moore, Espinosa homer, Nationals beat Pirates

Sun, 05 May 2013 18:36:22 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Tyler Moore knew what Clint Hurdle was thinking.

Marte's HR keys 4-run 8th as Pirates beat Brewers

Wed, 01 May 2013 18:10:29 -0400

MILWAUKEE - Clint Hurdle insisted the Pittsburgh Pirates weren't thinking about their long losing streak against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Weeks powers Brewers past Pirates again, 12-8

Wed, 01 May 2013 01:08:18 -0400

MILWAUKEE - Rickie Weeks was so fed up with his season-long slump that he called Brewers hitting coach Johnny Narron for some early batting practice Tuesday.

Pirates designate LHP Sanchez for assignment

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:17:05 -0400

MILWAUKEE - The Pittsburgh Pirates have designated left-hander Jonathan Sanchez for assignment.

Locke muffles Cardinals in Pirates' 9-0 win

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:10:18 -0400

ST. LOUIS - It was a milestone day for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who took the NL Central lead for the first time since last July and reached 15 wins in April for the first time since 1992.

Pirates rally to beat Phillies

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:20:25 -0400

PHILADELPHIA - Wandy Rodriguez didn't have his best stuff so the hitters bailed him out.

Pirates activate INF Inge before Phillies game

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:14:45 -0400

PHILADELPHIA - The Pittsburgh Pirates activated veteran infielder Brandon Inge from the 15-day disabled list before Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Slumping Barmes leads Pirates over Braves 4-2

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:27:48 -0400

PITTSBURGH - Clint Barmes had gotten past the point of looking for a big hit.