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Braves vs. Pirates Prediction & Game Info - June 30
On Sunday, looking for a series sweep, Marcell Ozuna and the Atlanta Braves (46-35) take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (39-43), with first pitch scheduled for 11:35 AM ET at Truist Park. See below to read more about Braves vs. Pirates leaders, insights, and a predicted winner. Watch Atlanta Braves vs....
Pittsburgh motorcycle medic struck, injured Downtown
A city motorcycle medic was injured Saturday when he was struck by a vehicle in Downtown Pittsburgh. The medic was taken to a local hospital in stable condition with leg and shoulder pain, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety spokesperson Cara Cruz. There was some damage to the motorcycle, Cruz said.
Aroldis Chapman passes Billy Wagner for most strikeouts by lefty reliever
ATLANTA — A former Yankees closer just surpassed an ex-Mets closer in the record books on Saturday. Pittsburgh Pirates veteran Aroldis Chapman earned a place in Major League Baseball history by passing Billy Wagner for the most career strikeouts by a left-handed reliever. Chapman, 36, struck out Travis d’Arnaud and pinch-hitter Sean Murphy in the ninth inning of the Pirates’ 2-1 loss to the Atlanta Braves in 10 innings. Aroldis Chapman throws glove on mound after thinking he blew game, but actually didn’t Chapman tied Wagner’s record of 1,196 strikeouts by retiring d’Arnaud and then claimed the record by striking out Murphy. Chapman...
Oneil Cruz and Rowdy Tellez homer in 5th as the Pirates avoid sweep and beat the Braves 4-2
ATLANTA (AP) — Oneil Cruz and Rowdy Tellez each hit a two-run homer in the fifth inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep. Bryan Reynolds’ 25-game hitting streak ended with two strikeouts and two groundouts in his four at-bats....
Heatwave is good news for some crops, farmers say
At Sacred Gate Farm in Kiski Township, where Lorraine Krezolek and her husband sell pick-your-own blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and more, the only thing the recent heat wave affected was the customer count. “It’s been really great for us,” Krezolek said. “Last year, we dug a 500,000-gallon pond, and we’ve been...
Pittsburgh's Beloved 'Ice Ball Man' Gus Kalaris Passes Away at 92, Leaving Legacy of Sweet Treats and Community Spirit
The Pittsburgh community is mourning the loss of a beloved figure, August "Gus" Kalaris, affectionately known as the "Ice Ball Man." Kalaris, who passed away on Friday night at the age of 92, was a fixture on Pittsburgh's North Side, serving up ice balls from his colorful cart in West Park. According to TribLIVE, he operated his stand for seven decades and was known for his generosity—often giving away free treats to those who couldn't afford one.
A Pirates-Marlins trade to replace Rowdy Tellez with a familiar face
The Pittsburgh Pirates are facing a tough stretch, having lost two consecutive games to the Atlanta Braves. Their current record stands at 39-43, positioning them in third place and 9.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. One of the most significant issues for the Pirates has been...
Fox Chapel area real estate transactions, week of June 30, 2024
Kevin McKeegan sold property at 10 Pine Creek Drive to Matthew and Barbara Roe Marvel for $560,000. Breton Fischetti sold property at 80 Summit Drive 9748 to 80 Summit LLC for $123,525. O’Hara. Katarina Darya Deramo sold property at 88 Jordan Ave. to Kristin McLain for $135,000. LCRE Holdings...
Independence Health System Holding Blood Drive This Week
Independence Health System is holding a local blood drive this week. The event will happen at the Oneida Valley Road facility Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The drive is in partnership with Community Blood Bank. Those who are interested in donating can register online or by calling 1-877-842-0631.
Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Paul Skenes Extends Historic Start to Career
Paul Skenes gave up a leadoff home run for the second straight start on Saturday, but that didn't stop the Pittsburgh Pirates rookie from mowing down Atlanta Braves batters at a historic rate.
Apartment Fire Displaces 11 Families in McCandless, Investigation Underway
Tragedy struck a McCandless apartment building over the weekend as a fire forced 11 families out of their homes. The blaze began Saturday night at the Royal Manor Apartments, with emergency services receiving the call just before 9:45 p.m. According to Matthew Williams, the chief of the Peebles District Volunteer Fire Company, who spoke to TribLIVE, the fire was contained within roughly 30 minutes. Williams pinpointed the origin of the fire to a stove in a basement-level apartment and noted that, though the fire was restricted to that kitchen, heavy smoke spread throughout the structure.
3 reasons the Steelers should be concerned about Donte Jackson
Perhaps the biggest area of need on the Steelers roster entering the 2024 offseason was a running mate for standout rookie corner Joey Porter Jr. He was slow to receive full-time snaps, but once he did he proved his worth as a true number one corner. Unfortunately, the combination of Patrick Peterson and Levi Wallace didn't provide much resistance opposite of him.
Bryan Reynolds makes Pirates history, extends hit streak to 25 games
Bryan Reynolds continues to channel his inner Babe Ruth/Mickey Mantle in June. Historically a great hitter in summer’s first official month, Reynolds extended his hitting streak to 25 games on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves. It’s come down to the wire in his last two games to see if...
Storms and Cooling Relief in Sight for Pittsburgh as Weather Front Transitions
The city of Pittsburgh braced for renewed showers and storms early this morning, with the forecast indicating a passage of a cold front late morning through this afternoon, followed by high pressure that's expected to clear the skies and break the grip of humidity, according to the National Weather Service.
3 Steelers entering 2024 in precarious situations
As the 2024 season nears closer and closer, excitement grows for both players and fans alike. However, for some players, the 2024 season will bring a lot of questions to the table about their future in the league. Change happens all the time in the NFL. Players are cut or...
7 nightmare scenarios for the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2024 season
Much of the Pittsburgh Steelers fanbase believes the season should only end with the team hoisting the Lombardi Trophy. Unfortunately, that's just not a realistic atmosphere. It's not a nightmare to fail to reach the Super Bowl. That said, bad things do happen throughout a season. For the Steelers over...
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