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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.

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 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.

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.

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.