Pirates Writer Recalls Opening Days in the 1970s

There was nothing like Opening Day with the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium during the 1970s.
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Pirates Reinstate Relief Pitcher from Injured List, Send Down Prospect
The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced that pitcher has completed his rehab assignment and will rejoin them on Saturday.
Fri, Apr 25
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Pirates Call Up Prospects, Send Down Suwinski in Roster Shuffle
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a flurry of roster moves before Thursday evening’s game in Anaheim against the Los Angeles Angels.
Tue, Apr 22
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80 Years Ago: Fans Threw Cushions, Bottles, and Fruit at Pirates and Cubs
On April 22, 1945, angry fans at Forbes Field, disappointed with their Pittsburgh Pirates, showered the field with seat cushions and more.
Mon, Apr 21
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Pirates Should Send Struggling Outfielder Suwinski to Triple-A
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jack Suwinski is struggling mightily and might benefit from some time at Triple-A Indianapolis.
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Thu, Apr 17
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70 Years Ago: Clemente Made His Major League Debut
On April 17, 1955, Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Roberto Clemente made his major league debut in Game 1 of a doubleheader.
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Bullpen Pitchers Have Been Pirates’ Unsung Heroes So Far
Overlooked in the disappointing 7-12 record of the Pittsburgh Pirates is the recent performance of the bullpen.
Tue, Apr 15
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Pirates to Place Catcher/First Baseman on Injured List
The Pittsburgh Pirates will place catcher/first baseman Endy Rodríguez on the injured list with a lacerated finger.
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Thu, Apr 10
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Why Nutting’s Refusal to Sell the Pirates Won’t Lead to Major Payroll Boost
Pittsburgh Pirates fans showed up for the opening series at PNC Park angry, and their target was owner Bob Nutting.