The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Pitt baseball players stand in the dugout during a game against Virginia Tech on March 24.

Baseball drops two games against Duke, but show they can compete in ACC

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • April 3, 2023
Pitt baseball lost two of three games against Duke last weekend but in the process showed they can still compete in ACC play. In order to do so, there are still plenty of areas in need of improvement in all areas of the game.
Pitt baseball stands in a huddle before the game against Bucknell on Tuesday, Feb. 28.

Preview | Pitt baseball set to face Duke in ACC play

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer • March 30, 2023
Pitt baseball is set to take on Duke this weekend in Durham, North Carolina. This series is crucial for the Panthers, as they desperately need ACC wins. Staff Writer Sara Meyer breaks down the series.
Pitt baseball players stand in the dugout during a game against Virginia Tech on Friday at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Pitt baseball take series against Virginia Tech, still have starting pitching issues

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • March 27, 2023
Pitt baseball battled Virginia Tech in an ACC regular season series last weekend, winning two of three games while still getting outscored by six runs. Despite the victories, the Panthers still must address their starting pitching struggles.
Junior Holden Phelps, throws a pitch on Tuesday, Feb. 28 against Bucknell at Charles L. Cost Field.

Column | Pitt baseball rotation and bullpen is key to season’s success

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • March 2, 2023
Following last season’s disappointing finish, the Pitt baseball team knew change was coming. Still, the reloaded roster hasn’t lived up to expectations. Senior staff writer Zack Gibney argues that the Panther pitching staff needs to improve in 2023.
Junior outfielder CJ Funk (39) hits the ball in a game against Louisville on April 3, 2022.

Takeaways | Pitt baseball bounces back from tough start, offense is on fire

By David Scott, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023
Pitt baseball won three out of four games against Harvard last weekend in Florida. Staff writer David Scott gives his takeaways from the series, including his thoughts on the team’s offensive explosion and pitching struggles.
Pitt baseball players huddle during a game against Clemson at the Petersen Sports Complex on March 25, 2022.

Takeaways | Pitt baseball starts season slow, pitching needs to tighten up

By David Scott, Staff Writer • February 20, 2023
Staff Writer David Scott provides his takeaways after Pitt baseball’s series loss to the Maine Black Bears.
Pitt graduate student infielder Sky Duff (3) celebrates a grand slam during Pitt’s first home ACC series win of the 2021 season against Miami University in April 2021.

After offseason reload, Pitt baseball veteran Sky Duff brings leadership to young clubhouse

By David Scott, Senior Staff Writer • February 1, 2023
When graduate student infielder Sky Duff came to Pitt in 2018, he expected tough competition playing in the cutthroat ACC. But the past five years have molded Duff into a capable leader for the Panthers, willing to do whatever it takes to bring success to Pittsburgh.
The Pittsburgh Pirates' Andrew McCutchen shown on Aug. 26, 2015, at Marlins Park in Miami.

Column | Andrew McCutchen’s return to Pittsburgh goes beyond wins and losses

By Zack Gibney, Senior Staff Writer • January 20, 2023
Andrew McCutchen’s return to the Pirates might not make headlines from a production standpoint, but Senior Staff Writer Zack Gibney argues that his addition gives fans a sense of life heading into the 2023 season.
Infielder Brock Franks (11) high fives a coach during a game against Clemson on March 25, 2022.

Preview | Pitt baseball gears up for the 2023 campaign

By David Scott, Staff Writer • January 18, 2023
As Pitt baseball gets ready for the 2023 campaign, staff writer David Scott breaks down the Panthers’ roster and schedule for the year.
Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz hits a solo home run during a game against the Washington Nationals in June at Nationals Park in Washington.

Column | The Pirates should follow the Guardians’ blueprint, build from within

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • October 13, 2022

The Pittsburgh Pirates haven’t made the MLB Playoffs since 2015. While being a small market club puts them at a competitive disadvantage, the Pirates have nobody to blame but themselves for being...

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