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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate after getting the final out of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Column | Pirates fans have a lot to hope for in 2024

By Matthew Scabilloni, Staff Writer • October 6, 2023

For the eighth consecutive season, the Pittsburgh Pirates missed out on the MLB Playoffs despite their hot start. Nonetheless, there’s legitimate postseason hope for Pirates fans to have for the 2024...

Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz hits a solo home run during a game against the Washington Nationals in June at Nationals Park in Washington.

Column | Pirates need to earn more strikeouts and improve hitting

By Ari Meyer, Staff Writer • May 16, 2023
The Pirates boasted the best record in the National League less than a month ago. Now, after a 1-11 stretch, the team is struggling. Staff writer Ari Meyer argues the Pirates need to earn more strikeouts and improve their hitting if they hope to turn the season around.
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar, right, celebrates with catcher Tyler Heineman after getting the final out of the ninth inning in a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Pittsburgh on April 9.

Column | Pirates exceeding expectations but fans should proceed with caution

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • April 11, 2023
The Pirates are back and off to a hot start, winning six of nine and taking two of their first three series. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes argues that fans should be optimistic, but injury and pitching concerns are apparent.
Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz hits a solo home run during a game against the Washington Nationals in June at Nationals Park in Washington.

Column | Pirates poised for minor improvement in 2023, still won’t contend for postseason

By David Scott, Staff Writer • March 29, 2023
With young talent and an injection of veteran leadership, the Pirates are poised for a more promising 2023 season. But the team is far from being in postseason contention with a lack of depth both offensively and from the pitching staff.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) makes a pass against the Oakland Raiders on Dec. 9, 2018, at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum in Oakland, California.

Take 5: This is March

By Staff • March 7, 2019
It’s expected for you to be excited for March Madness, but while you’re waiting for Selection Sunday, don’t overlook the conference tournaments. You never know when the No. 16 seed will upset the No. 1 seed.
The Cleveland Cavaliers’ Tristan Thompson, left, scores against the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Russell Westbrook in the fourth quarter Jan. 20 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. (Leah Klafczynski/Akron Beacon Journal/TNS)

Take 5: Kiper, Cavs and Kardashians

By The Pitt News Staff • April 20, 2018

With finals week quickly approaching, you may have been too busy studying to keep up with the world of sports. No worries — The Pitt News staff has you covered with the most savvy, significant and scandalous...

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ LeBron James on the court against the Miami Heat in Miami March 27. (Charles Trainor Jr./Miami Herald/TNS)

Take 5: Pirates, playoffs, PGA tour

By The Pitt News Staff • April 6, 2018

There are just two weeks left in the semester and classes are winding down at Pitt. The same can’t be said for news in the sports world. The Pitt News staff is back with a weekly roundup of this week’s...

Posvar Hall was built on the plot where Forbes Field was demolished.(Photos via ULS Archives)

Take me back to the ballgame: Fans reflect on Forbes Field

By David Leftwich | Senior Staff Writer • October 12, 2017

Where students now slouch in their seats, fans once sat on edge, moments away from witnessing a historic sports event on Oct. 13, 1960 — now dubbed Mazeroski Day. In game seven of the 1960 World...

Pittsburgh's professional teams, most notably the Steelers, have consistently made it difficult for the Panthers to gain a following amidst years of mediocrity. (Photo by Matt Hawley | Staff Photographer)

Pittsburgh pushes Panthers from spotlight

By Dominic Campbell / Staff Writer • August 21, 2017

Walking around Pittsburgh, it’s hard to go too long without seeing someone wearing Steelers, Penguins or Pirates gear. The teams are some of the most decorated and storied franchises in American sports...

Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle has revitalized the franchise in his seven-year tenure and looks to return to the playoffs in October. (Photo by Matt Hawley | Staff Photographer)

Playoff Push: A look at the Bucs’ schedule

By Ryan Zimba | Sports Editor • July 18, 2017

Just five years ago, this season would have been considered a success for the Pirates. But now, after making the playoffs in three of the past four years, many see it as a disappointment. With just...

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