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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
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...

Pittsburgh Pirates' Jason Delay (61) runs after batting during the fifth inning of a baseball game on Tuesday in Miami.

Column | Pirates set up for future success barring more brutal trades

By David Scott, For The Pitt News • July 21, 2022
The Pirates haven’t done much to inspire hope in their fans in recent years. The team hasn’t made the postseason since 2015 and has only finished with an above .500 record once during that time. While the team is currently well out of playoff contention in 2022, the Pirates are beginning to show signs of life.
Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz hits a solo home run during Monday’s game against Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington.

Column | The Pirates should not wait to extend Oneil Cruz

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • June 28, 2022
Shortstop Oneil Cruz is well on his way to becoming the most popular Pirate since Andrew McCutchen. Like McCutchen once did, Cruz is quickly opening eyes on a national scale.
A Pitt player bats during a game against the University of Virginia in April.

Column | Inconsistency continues to keep Pitt baseball, Mike Bell out of national tournament

By Frankie Richetti, Senior Staff Writer • May 31, 2022
One word defined the 2022 Pitt baseball season — inconsistency. The Panthers finished the season with an overall record of 29-27 after a loss to NC State in last weekend's ACC Tournament semifinal ended their season. 
Pitt senior infielder Jeffrey Wehler (2) runs during Wednesday's game in the ACC Baseball Tournament against Georgia Tech in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Pitt baseball advances to ACC Tournament semifinals

By Dalton Coppola, Sports Editor • May 25, 2022
The Panthers went to Charlotte, North Carolina for the ACC Baseball Tournament and needed to pull off two straight upsets to move on to the semifinals — and they did just that. Pitt took down Georgia Tech on Tuesday 12-6, then beat the Louisville Cardinals 6-5 on Wednesday afternoon.
Pitt senior pitcher Matt Gilbertson (45) pitches during a game against the University of Virginia in April.

ACC Baseball Tournament on the horizon after wild regular season

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • May 17, 2022
With the 2022 college baseball regular season winding down, all eyes are looking ahead to the upcoming slate of conference tournaments.
Pitt first-year utility position player Josh Overbeek (17) prepares to bat during Friday’s game against the University of Virginia.

Panthers baseball wins rollercoaster series versus No. 6 Virginia

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • April 17, 2022
With a 4-1 victory on Easter Sunday against No. 6 Virginia, Pitt baseball won its fourth consecutive ACC series. The win boosts the Panthers’ chances of reaching the NCAA Tournament.
Pitt sophomore outfielder CJ Funk (39) bats at Sunday’s game against Louisville.

Baseball takes two of three from No. 11 Louisville

By Jack Markowski, Staff Writer • April 3, 2022
Pitt baseball earned a pivotal series victory over conference opponent Louisville, netting wins in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday and on Sunday due to strong starting pitching and offensive production across the lineup.
Bryce Hullett swings the bat during a men’s baseball game versus Clemson on Friday.

Bryce Hulett looks to stay consistent as Panthers make Omaha push

By Jermaine Sykes, Staff Writer • March 30, 2022
It’s certainly clicking as of late for senior first baseman Bryce Hulett, who is posting 1.175 OPS to this point in the season — the highest mark of his Pitt career, and good for No. 9 in a loaded ACC. Hulett’s rapid improvement is a welcome addition to the Panther offense this season.
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