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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

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...

Andrew McCutchen, once one of the MLBs best players, is hitting just .212 this year, well below his career average of .290. Matt Hawley | Staff Photographer

Slow starts a troubling trend for Pirates

By Ryan Zimba | Sports Editor May 17, 2017

The Pittsburgh Pirates — one of the most unsuccessful teams in sports until recent years — are officially stuck in mediocrity. From 1993-2012, the Pirates suffered an unprecedented 20 consecutive...

Andrew McCutchen drove in 20 runs for the Pirates in September. Matt Hawley | Staff Photographer

Pitt Night sets standard for Pirates going forward

By David Leftwich / Staff Writer July 28, 2016

The force was strong with the Pittsburgh Pirates this past Wednesday at PNC Park. On a dually-themed University of Pittsburgh Night and Star Wars Night, the Pirates put together a complete performance...

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