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Despite a rough latter half of the game, the Tigers beat the Pirates 8-5. After limping their way through a no-good-very-bad weekend series against the White Sox, the Tigers were hoping for a better result as they headed to Pittsburgh. The home of a bunch of yellow bridges, Primanti Brothers sandwiches, and the best view […]
On Monday night, the Detroit Tigers opened up a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.The Tigers are coming off a tough series where they got swept (at home) by the Chicago White Sox.UPDATE: The Tigers won 8-5.Max Clark Goes Viral During Pirates GameDuring Monday’s game, Max Clark made a catch that got a […] The post Detroit Tigers Star Max Clark Goes Viral During Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY .
Detroit Tigers (60-64) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (61-55) Time/Place: 7:05 p.m., PNC ParkSB Nation Site: Bucs DugoutMedia: ESPN, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: LHP Framber Valdez (7-8, 4.26 ERA) vs. RHP Carmen Mlodzinski (6-5, 3.79 ERA)
On Monday night, the Detroit Tigers will open up a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.They are coming off a series where they got swept by the Chicago White Sox (at home).Most recently, the Tigers lost by a score of 7-5 on Sunday.Former Tigers All-Star Cut By Current MLB TeamAlso on Monday, news […] The post Former Detroit Tigers All-Star Cut By Current MLB Team appeared first on HEAVY .
The Pirates announced that outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez has been designated for assignment. That opens a 40-man spot for outfielder Oneil Cruz to be reinstated from the 60-day injured list, as move that was previously reported. Rodríguez, 26, has never appeared in a big league game for the Bucs. He was acquired from the Orioles in […]
Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, August 17, 2026, 7:05 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are continuing their home stand at PNC Park as they host the Detroit Tigers for a three-game set. The first matchup of the series is getting the national TV treatment in ESPN’s edition of Monday Night Baseball. Taking the mound for […]
The Detroit Tigers announced news regarding injured outfielder Kerry Carpenter before the Pittsburgh Pirates series. The post Detroit Tigers Announced Kerry Carpenter News Before Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY .
After missing the past two months and stints on both the 10 and 60-day IL, Oneil Cruz is back. The Pirates activated Cruz to the 26-man roster on Monday following a fractured left hand injury. Cruz hasn’t played since he suffered the injury on June 7 in Atlanta and missed 58 games during the heart […]
The Pirates have activated center fielder Oneil Cruz from the 60-day injured list and reinstated righty Yohan Ramirez from the paternity list. Lefty Hunter Barco and outfielder Ronny Simon have been optioned to Triple-A in a pair of corresponding 26-man roster moves. Pittsburgh will still need to make a 40-man move in order to clear […]
After moving a spot in the rotation, when can Pirates fans expect to see Paul Skenes in action?
On Monday, the Detroit Tigers will open up a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.They are coming off a tough series where they got swept by the Chicago White Sox (at home).Detroit Tigers Release 29-Year-Old From OrganizationAhead of their series with the White Sox, news came out that the Tigers had released a […] The post Detroit Tigers Release 29-Year-Old From Organization Before Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Right-handed reliever Ron Marinaccio was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 3rd as the NL Central rivals of the Cincinnati Reds needed 40-man roster spots for other acquisitions. The Reds, meanwhile, had openings on their own 40-man roster after dealing away Caleb Ferguson and Nathaniel Lowe, and scooped up Marinaccio off waivers […]
On Sunday, the Boston Red Sox played the final game of their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.They lost by a score of 8-3.Boston Red Sox Star Trevor Story Makes Bold StatementAlso on Sunday, Trevor Story began a rehab assignment in Triple-A.He has been out of MLB action since May 14.MLB.com wrote (on […] The post Boston Red Sox Star Trevor Story Makes Bold Statement Amid Looming Return appeared first on HEAVY .
The Detroit Tigers failed to make up ground in the American League Central race this past weekend, getting swept by the division-leading Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park after a 7-5 loss on Sunday afternoon. All series long, the Pale Hose found ways to outscore the good guys and were able to shut down the […]
We’ve talked a lot about what is ailing Paul Skenes, and while no formal conclusions have been made, there’s no denying the drop in velocity or the drop off in overall effectiveness. Skenes was initially slated to pitch yesterday against the Boston Red Sox, but that start has been moved back, and Skenes will now […]
The Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates endured a two-and-a-half-hour rain delay at PNC Park on Sunday. The lapse in action meant NESN play-by-play announcer Tom Caron had to vamp. Caron is as seasoned as they come, but even he is suspect to an on-air mistake with over two hours of unexpected air time at…
A lengthy rain delay only prolonged what had already become a miserable Sunday afternoon for the Red Sox.Patrick Sandoval was knocked around early, the offense remained stuck in its recent funk and Boston sat through a delay of more than two and a half hours before the Pirates finished off an 8-3 win at PNC Park.
Patrick Sandoval, simply put, is not good enough. I don’t know what discussions were had about bringing in a starting pitcher at the deadline, but I’m surprised they decided to roll with the group they have. Sandoval has one good pitch: his changeup. His slider is a fine pitch to get strikes, except he hasn’t […]
Why is the Red Sox-Pirates game delayed today? Here’s the reason for the delay and the latest update on when the game will restart. The post Why is the Red Sox-Pirates Game Delayed Today? Here’s When it Will Start Again appeared first on HEAVY .
The Red Sox announced a pair of injuries prior to this afternoon’s game against the Pirates. Designated hitter Masataka Yoshida heads to the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain, while righty reliever Justin Slaten goes on the 15-day IL (retroactive to August 13) with right elbow inflammation. In corresponding active roster moves, the […]
Restart time for the Red Sox-Pirates rain delay on Sunday, Aug. 18 at PNC Park with weather forecast and more for Pittsburgh.
Paul Skenes hasn’t quite been PAUL SKENES this season — he gave up at least 5 earned runs in 3 of his 6 starts in July. Nevertheless, it’s still a nice little treat for the Sox that he’s been bumped from this afternoon’s start. Instead, it’ll be Lake Bachar taking the bump for the Pirates. […]
Don Kelly and the Pittsburgh Pirates have legitimate reason to be concerned about All-Star ace Paul Skenes given his declining velocity.
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 4-0 to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, which sets up an intriguing series finale on Sunday to decide the series. Ahead of the matchup, the Pirates made several sudden roster moves. Pirates Demote 2 Players Pittsburgh announced the demotions of infielder Jack Brannigan and right-handed pitcher Wilbert Dotel, with both […] The post Pittsburgh Pirates Suddenly Demote 2 Players During Red Sox Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Boston Red Sox vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, August 16, 2026, 1:35 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are finishing a three-game set as they take on the Boston Red Sox at PNC Park. Paul Skenes is getting the ball for the Pirates in this matchup. Skenes has lost three of his last four starts, including his last […]