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.
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.
Mon, Apr 7
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Pirates Place Gold Glove Infielder on IL, Recall No. 17 Prospect
The Pirates are placing infielder on the injured list and recalling shortstop from Triple-A Indianapolis.
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Sun, Apr 6
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Pirates Place Reliever Holderman on IL, Recall Former Red Sox Pitcher
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right-handed relief pitcher on the 15-day injured list with a right knee sprain.
Fri, Apr 4
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Infinity and Beyond: Four Pirates Pitchers Had Undefined ERAs for a Season
Four pitchers have registered an infinity ERA for a season in the long, storied history of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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What’s Gotten into the Running Pirates?
One interesting aspect of the Pittsburgh Pirates is manager Derek Shelton’s sudden embrace of the stolen base.
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Tue, Apr 1
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Pirates Send All-Star Closer Bednar to Triple-A Among a Flurry of Moves
In a mildly surprising, yet not undue, move, the Pittsburgh Pirates have sent two-time All-Star David Bednar to Triple-A Indianapolis.
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Pirates to Call Up Prospect Pitcher to Make Tuesday Night Start
The Pittsburgh Pirates will call up pitcher to make the start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday evening.
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Pirates Acquire Power-Hitting Outfielder
The Pittsburgh Pirates have purchased right-handed-hitting corner outfielder from the New York Mets.
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