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Pittsburgh Pirates The Pittsburgh Pirates are a Major League Baseball club based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They play in the Central Division of the National League, and are five-time World Series Champions. The Pirates are also sometimes referred to as the Bucs or Buccos (derived from buccaneer). Pre-1900: Professional baseball has been played in the Pittsburgh area since 1876. The teams of the era were "independents", barnstorming throughout the region and not affiliated with any organized league, though they did have salaries and were run as a business organization[1]. In 1882 the strongest team in the area joined the American Association as a founding member. Their various home fields in the 19th century were in a then-separate city called Allegheny City, across the Allegheny River from Pittsburgh. The team was listed as "Allegheny" in the standings, and was sometimes called the "Alleghenys" in the same generic way that teams from Boston, New York, and Chicago were sometimes called the "Bostons".

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Washington Nationals (57-77) at Pittsburgh Pirates (44-89), 7:05 ... Miami Herald - Found 3 hours ago... in his big-league career tonight when the soon-to-be- shorthanded Washington Nationals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for the first of three...

Pittsburgh Pirates Still Doing Poorly on the Road The Pittsburgh Pirates did win the season series against the Chicago Cubs, but the final series, in Wrigley Field, left a bad taste in the mouth, losing two out of three on the road. Actually, the Chicago Cubs are one of two teams that the Bucs have beaten (5-4) on the road this season. The other one is the Colorado Rockies (2-1). (Although they barely managed a 2-2 tie in PNC Park.) A sorry ...

With month left, Cardinals, Padres nose dive at bad time USA Today - Found 15 hours agoThe Cardinals, coming off a 2-8 trip against the lowly Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals and Houston Astros, have a chance to make up ground

Washington Nationals (57-77) at Pittsburgh Pirates (44-89), 7:05 pm - MiamiHerald.com Washington Nationals (57-77) at Pittsburgh Pirates (44-89), 7:05 pmMiamiHerald.com... big-league career tonight when the soon-to-be- shorthanded Washington Nationals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for the first of three games at PNC Park. ...Nationals-Pirates PreviewCBSSports.comMLB Betting Odds: Pick Pirates at home vs. Livan, NationalsSBR ForumPittsburgh Pirates Vs. Washington Nationals 9/3/10: Mitch's Free Pick MLB BaseballSports Chat PlaceOffshore Insiders -Pittsburgh Pirates Newsall 33 news articles »

MLB Power Rankings: September 2 RotoRob - Found 22 hours ago30. (30) Pittsburgh Pirates , 44-89: The Pirates went 8-21 in August and started September with another loss on Wednesday.

Pittsburgh Pirates See a Break in the Clouds in Milwaukee Season Series The Pittsburgh Pirates won only five games in the season series against Milwaukee in 2010. That's the same as in 2009, and either result is better than the sole win in 2008.

Cubs Rededicate Statue of Broadcaster Harry Caray

International Herald Tribune - Found Sep. 1, 2010The ceremony was held Wednesday before Chicago's home game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Caray's wife, Dutchie Caray, was among those on hand. Chicago Cubs rededicate statue of late broadcaster Harry Caray - ESPN.com Caray statue rededicated near bleachers - Major League Baseball Caray statue to get a new home - Major League Baseball Chicago Cubs rededicate statue of late broadcaster Harry Caray ... - Chicago Tribune Explore All The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com

With Win, Red Sox Salvage .500 Road Trip When Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Neil Walker takes the field at PNC Park, he needs only to glance over his shoulder at the 21-foot Roberto Clemente Wall in right field for inspiration.

Gorzelanny injury could've been worse

Chicago Sun-Times - Found Sep. 2, 2010... fracture in his pitching hand, but they knew they narrowly missed something much worse when the Pittsburgh Pirates' Jose Tabata lined a pitch... With Gorzelanny out, Cubs adjust rotation - Major League Baseball Chicago Cubs starter Tom Gorzelanny will miss his next start with ... - ESPN.com Gorzelanny to miss next start - Major League Baseball Gorzelanny to have further tests after scare - Major League Baseball Explore All Denver Post

Is Jose Tabata the Pittsburgh Pirates' MVP? In the midst of another miserable season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, it's often tough to find real bright spots to talk about, but the Pirates have one in outfielder Jose Tabata.

Fukudome, Marmol Lead Cubs Past Pirates 5-3

International Herald Tribune - Found Sep. 1, 2010... including a go-ahead double, during a perfect day at the plate and the Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3 on Wednesday to avoid a... Bullpen hangs tough as Cubs top Pirates 5-3 - Chicago Daily Herald Fukudome, Marmol lead Cubs past Pirates 5-3 - Boston Globe Fukudome, Marmol lead Cubs past Pirates 5-3 - Seattle Post Intelligencer Kosuke Fukudome, Carlos Marmol combine to lead Cubs past Pirates 5-3 - Sympatico Explore All Chicago Daily Herald

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Evan Meek hit in hand by line drive, leaves game MILWAUKEE - Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Evan Meek was hit in his pitching hand by a line drive from Milwaukee's Ryan Braun and left Sunday's game, but X-rays were negative.

Walker, Jones Lead Pirates Past Cubs 14-7

International Herald Tribune - Found Aug. 31, 2010Filed at 11:29 p.m. ET CHICAGO (AP) -- Neil Walker and Garrett Jones each hit a long two-run homer, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs MLB: Pittsburgh 14, Chicago Cubs 7 - UPI Pirates rebound big with 14-7 rout of Cubs - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Walker, Jones lead Pirates past Cubs 14-7 - Boston Globe MLB: Pittsburgh 14, Chicago Cubs 7 - UPI Explore All Lexington Herald Leader

Revenue Sharing Encourages Baseball?s Poor to Stay Poor

The safety net offered by revenue sharing encourages teams to hoard revenue-sharing money.

Pittsburgh Pirates (43-88) at Chicago Cubs (56-76), 8:05 p.m.

Fresno Bee - Found Aug. 31, 2010Pittsburgh Pirates (43-87) at Chicago Cubs (55-76), 8:05 p.m. Though the season is a lost one for the Cubs, they will still try to make Monday's ... Cubs rout Pirates to win Quade's home debut - Major League Baseball Zambrano Goes 5-Plus, Homers as Cubs Rout Pirates - International Herald Tribune CUBS IN BRIEF: Odd trend against Pirates reversed - Chicago Sun-Times MLB: Chicago Cubs 14, Pittsburgh 2 - UPI Explore All Ledger-Enquirer

For Rookie, Unique View of Clemente When Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Neil Walker takes the field at PNC Park, he needs only to glance over his shoulder at the 21-foot Roberto Clemente Wall in right field for inspiration.

Don?t Look Now, but the Rays Win Again

New York Times - Found Aug. 30, 2010Cubs honored the 2010 Hall of Fame inductee Andre Dawson in a ceremony at Wrigley Field before their game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Don?t Look Now, but the Rays Win Again - New York Times Rays top Jays for 6th consecutive win to stay tied atop AL East - USA Today Pena Homers, Davis Wins 6th Straight for Rays - International Herald Tribune Don?t Look Now, but the Rays Win Again - New York Times Explore All USA Today

Hot seat is cooking for Pirates GM Neal Huntington and manager John Russell - USA Today Hot seat is cooking for Pirates GM Neal Huntington and manager John RussellUSA TodayThe whispers have been getting louder and louder the last two months, and then turned into a roar this week when Pittsburgh Pirates president Frank Coonelly ...and more »

Pirates' Meek Hit in Hand by Liner, Leaves Game International Herald Tribune - Found Aug. 29, 2010Filed at 6:50 p.m. ET MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Evan Meek was hit in his pitching hand by a line drive from Milwaukee's Ryan Pirates' Meek hit in hand by liner, leaves game - San Jose Mercury News Pirates' Meek hit in hand by liner, leaves game - Miami Herald Pirates' Meek hit in hand by liner, leaves game - Seattle Post Intelligencer Pirates' Meek hit in hand by liner, leaves game - Seattle Times Explore All

Baseball & Economics: Are The Pirates a Paragon Of Financial Success? The Pittsburgh Pirates have not had a winning season since 1992. That's nearly twenty years.

Long Goodbye for Barajas and Long Afternoon for Mets? Offense On a day when catcher Rod Barajas was claimed off waivers by the Dodgers, Johan Santana lost for the second straight time in the final game of a seven-game trip.

Chicago Cubs' Kosuke Fukudome, of Japan, hits an RBI double against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third inning during ... Kosuke Fukudome had three hits, including a go-ahead double, during a perfect day at the plate and the Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3 on Wednesday.

The Pittsburgh Pirates' Jose Tabata Is Red Hot - Bleacher Report The Pittsburgh Pirates' Jose Tabata Is Red HotBleacher ReportWe all know the the Pittsburgh Pirates have had an unprecedented run of futility over the course of the last 18 years. Sadly, they have become the laughing ...The Starting Rotation: Better or Worst for Pirates, Orioles?FanHouseall 2 news articles »

Poole: Need for cap When the Pittsburgh Pirates last won a World Series Championship - that'd be 1979 for those of you who haven't been to PNC Park to see the pennants - I was 14 years old, which means anyone much younger than I am can't even remember it.

EXTRA BASES; Pirates Banking On Youth Movement A race to watch in the final six weeks is the dubious one at the bottom of the standings. With the Baltimore Orioles playing better under their new manager, Buck Showalter, the Pittsburgh Pirates may have the edge for the worst record in the majors, which would give them the first pick in next year's draft. The Pirates were the last team to 40 victories this season, and their 82nd loss will ensure their 18th consecutive losing season, extending the record they hold. They have focused on player ...

Walker, Jones lead Pirates past Cubs 14-7 The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled almost everywhere this season -- except Wrigley Field. Neil Walker and Garrett Jones each hit a long two-run homer, and Pittsburgh beat the Chicago Cubs 14-7 on Tuesday night for a rare road victory. Walker went 4 for 5 with four RBIs and three runs scored for the Pirates, who won for only the fifth time in 43 road games and ended a 14-game losing streak ...

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Globe and MailPirates-Cubs PreviewCBSSports.comThe major league-worst Pittsburgh Pirates have won 14 road games all season. Five of those victories have come at Wrigley Field. ...Pittsburgh Pirates (43-88) at Chicago Cubs (56-76), 8:05 pmMiamiHerald.comWalker, Jones lead Pirates past Cubs 14-7The Associated PressChicago Cubs Vs. Pittsburgh Pirates 9/1/10: Mitch's Free Pick MLB BaseballSports Chat PlaceOffshore Insiders -Chicago Sun-Times -Associated Contentall 618 news articles »

Nats, Pirates open set in the Steel City Ageless right-hander Livan Hernandez can reach double- digit wins for the 11th time in his big-league career tonight when the soon- to-be-shorthanded Washington Nationals visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for the first of three games at PNC Park.

Mets Win Their First N.L. Road Series of the Season

Jon Niese allowed one run and David Wright hit a three-run homer as the Mets defeated the Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates See a Break in the Clouds in Milwaukee Season Series - Bleacher Report

Kansas City StarPittsburgh Pirates See a Break in the Clouds in Milwaukee Season SeriesBleacher ReportThe Pittsburgh Pirates won only five games in the season series against Milwaukee in 2010. That's the same as in 2009, and either result is better than the ...Pirates-Brewers PreviewCBSSports.comHoffman earns 599th save, Brewers sweep PiratesThe Associated PressMilwaukee Brewers at Pittsburgh Pirates 8/29/10: Mark's Free Pick MLB BaseballSports Chat PlaceMilwaukee Journal Sentinel (blog) -Offshore Insiders -Rum Bunter (blog)all 893 news articles »

METS 7, PIRATES 2; Mets Seeking a First in Pittsburgh PITTSBURGH -- The Mets have not won a road series against a National League team this season, but they may have found the perfect foil to end that dismal streak. The Pittsburgh Pirates have the worst record in baseball, and after the Mets beat them in the opener of a three-game set, 7-2, on Friday at PNC Park, the Pirates fell to 40-82, ensuring their 18th consecutive losing season, a record of futility for any American sportsteam in the four major pro leagues.

Shine the spotlight on one-night tourneys - Yahoo! Sports

Yahoo! SportsShine the spotlight on one-night tourneysYahoo! SportsPut him in charge of the Pittsburgh Pirates and he'd convince you the Buccos are on the verge of becoming a dynasty rather than a long-term civic ...and more »

Nellie King, Former Pirates Pitcher and Broadcaster, Dies at 82

The 6-foot-6 right-hander had modest success as a pitcher for the Pirates, then found success as a soft-spoken announcer and an expert interviewer.

Gorzelanny Hit by Liner in Cubs' Win - Associated Content

ChicagoNow (blog)Gorzelanny Hit by Liner in Cubs' WinAssociated ContentI was pretty sure it had to happen; the Chicago Cubs took the series from the Pittsburgh Pirates by winning the third game of their three-game series 5-3. ...Cubs' Diamond earns first winNorthwest Heraldall 49 news articles »

Tigers? Cabrera Making Strong Triple Crown Run

The Tigers? Miguel Cabrera has a shot at leading the American League in average, homers and runs batted in.

Pirates Charities and Seven Springs to host second annual Sporting Clays ... - Pittsburgh Pirates News Pirates Charities and Seven Springs to host second annual Sporting Clays ...Pittsburgh Pirates NewsThe Pittsburgh Pirates announced today that Pirates Charities will hold the second annual Sporting Clays Invitational event at Seven Springs Mountain Resort ...and more »

Angels Lose Morales, but Then Begin to Win Los Angeles has won 17 of 24 games since Kendry Morales sustained a season-ending leg injury on May 29.

Pittsburgh Pirates all-time win leading pitchers - Helium Pittsburgh Pirates all-time win leading pitchersHeliumThough they are currently mired in a decades long stretch of basement-dwelling, the Pittsburgh Pirates have had plenty of success in their ...

Strasburg Strikes Out 14 in Majors Debut

In seven innings, the Nationals pitching prospect struck out 14 and allowed 2 runs.

20-0 Loss To Brewers Is New Low For Pirates The Milwaukee Brewers piled up 25 hits Thursday and trounced Pittsburgh, 20-0, handing the host Pirates the most lopsided loss in their 124-year history. ''I've never been involved in a game like this, and I likely never will be again,'' said Brewers left fielder Ryan Braun, who homered, doubled, singled and drove in five runs. ''So I enjoyed it and I'll savor it. It's one to remember.''

A Minor Leaguer in Limbo Becomes a Slugger With a Future Garrett Jones seemed to be stuck in the minors, but at age 28 he hit 21 homers in 82 games for the Pirates.

Pirates? Ross Ohlendorf Exercised Brain With Federal Internship

Former Yankees pitcher and current Pirate Ross Ohlendorf has the unusual combination of superior intelligence, athleticism, curiosity and drive.

BASEBALL: Church Completes Deal With Pirates Outfielder Ryan Church and the Pittsburgh Pirates completed a one-year, $1.5 million contract. Church, 31, was bothered by a sore back while hitting .273 with 4 home runs and 40 runs batted in in 111 games with the Mets and the Braves last season. He has also sustained multiple concussions. Riccardo Fraccari, the new president of the International Baseball Federation -- the sport's world governing body -- wants its World Cup to serve as a qualifying tournament for the World Baseball Classic, wh...

BASEBALL ROUNDUP; Pirates Drop Karstens The Pittsburgh Pirates designated the right-hander Jeff Karstens for assignment and claimed the right-hander Chris Jakubauskas off waivers from Seattle. Karstens, acquired in 2008 from the Yankees, was 4-6 with a 5.42 earned run average. Jakubauskas was 6-7 with a 5.32 E.R.A. in 35 games after unexpectedly making the majors at 30. The Pirates have 10 days to trade or release Karstens or send him to the minors.