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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

New York Yankees Gerrit Cole pitches to a Toronto Blue Jays batter during a game in New York on April 13, 2022.

Young pitchers are throwing too hard and too often, and it’s costing them in the Majors

By Jordan Kooper, Staff Writer April 18, 2024

Shane Bieber, Spencer Strider, Eury Pérez, Framber Valdez. These are just some of the big-name MLB pitchers that have hit the injured list within the first month of the 2024 season. That’s not to...

Sophomore shortstop Jake Kendro (4) attempts to outrun the throw during the baseball game against Duke on Sunday afternoon at Charles L. Cost Field.

Photos: Baseball upsets Duke 11-10

By Amber Farabaugh, Staff Photographer April 17, 2024

Pitt baseball narrowly beat Duke 11-10 on Sunday during the final game of a three-game series at Charles L. Cost Field. Pitt ended Saturday’s doubleheader with a 10-run mercy rule loss of 4-14 followed...

Senior catcher Justin Fogel (13) walks into the batter’s box during the baseball game against Duke on Sunday afternoon at Charles L. Cost Field.

Pitt baseball gears up for battle at the plate in Backyard Brawl

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer April 16, 2024

Pitt baseball (14-18, 4-14 ACC) travels to Morgantown this Tuesday for another Backyard Brawl against No. 22 West Virginia (22-13, 11-4 BIG-12). To succeed, the Panthers need to perform well at bat and...

A Pitt player runs to third base during Sunday’s game against Georgia Tech at the Charles L. Cost Field.

Pitt baseball hopes to turn season around against Kent State

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer April 9, 2024

Following a disappointing end to a weekend series against Georgia Tech, Pitt baseball looks to rebound in a one-off game against Kent State away from home.  Bad pitching was a major concern in Pitt’s...

A Pitt player runs to third base during Sunday’s game against Georgia Tech at the Charles L. Cost Field.

Pitt baseball secures 100th ACC win in series against Georgia Tech

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer April 7, 2024

Although Pitt baseball (13-15, 3-12 ACC) lost its series to Georgia Tech this weekend, the Panthers picked up a win against the Yellow Jackets in their Saturday matchup, securing the program its 100th...

Redshirt sophomore pitcher Phil Fox (28) pitches during Sunday’s game against UVA at Cost Field.

Pitt baseball faces pitching and batting woes against UVA

By James Carter, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

A struggling Pitt baseball program entered a weekend series against No. 14 Virginia, looking for a series win over a team with national championship aspirations. Last season, the Panthers picked up...

Senior infielder Tyler Bischke (1) winds up for a throw during Sunday’s game against UVA at Cost Field.

Photos: Pitt baseball loses to UVA 8-2

By Nate Yonamine, Assistant Visual Editor March 25, 2024

Pitt baseball finished its three-game series against the University of Virginia with a 2-8 loss on Sunday afternoon at Cost Field.

Pitt baseball players stand in the dugout during a game against Virginia Tech on March 24 at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Pitt baseball shows promise in weekend series in Texas

By Dylan Grace, Staff Writer February 27, 2024

Pitt baseball (5-1, 0-0 ACC) left Corpus Christi, Texas, this weekend with three huge early season wins. The Panthers defeated Washington in dramatic fashion on Friday night before losing to the defending...

A right-handed pitcher throws the ball during the Blue/Gold Fall World Series at the Charles L. Cost Field on Oct. 27, 2023.

Takeaways | Pitt baseball sweeps Maine in season opener

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer February 20, 2024

Following a disappointing 2023 campaign, Pitt baseball started off its 2024 season with a bang, sweeping its first series against Maine. The Panthers won their games against the Black Bears 10-7, 7-4 and...

PNC Park, the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Column | The Pirates commit to competing now with decision to draft Paul Skenes

By Dylan Grace, Staff Writer July 11, 2023

Last Sunday, July 9, the Pirates drafted LSU right-hander Paul Skenes with the first overall selection in the 2023 Major League Baseball amateur draft. Widely regarded as the best pitching prospect since...

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