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Pirates' Jordy Mercer Happy To Pass On Advice To Prospects
It was not all that long ago that Jordy Mercer was the young guy in Bradenton anxious to become a big leaguer.
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It was not all that long ago that Jordy Mercer was the young guy in Bradenton anxious to become a big leaguer.
The Pirates and Rays showed their support for the Florida shooting victims before their exhibition game Friday.
It almost felt like Opening Day. And in a sense, for some, it was.
For Pirate fans, at least at the moment, it's a move that can give them some hope that the light at the end of their post-Andrew McCutchen and Gerrit Cole tunnel may be brightening sooner than expected.
Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington was able to land a power-hitting left fielder with Thursday's trade for Tampa Bay's Corey Dickerson.
Despite two years of losing, an offseason of shedding stars, a first week of Spring Training that drew critical words from the clubhouse, and a declining payroll, Bob Nutting has decided to turn the adage of 'actions speak louder than words' back on to the players.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired outfielder Corey Dickerson from the Tampa Bay Rays.
Francisco Cervelli called MLB's new rule limiting non-pitching change mound visits "the worst thing I've ever heard."
Pirates fans who like T-shirts are specifically looking forward to the team's "Free Shirt Fridays" this season.
A bandage has been ripped off. And now the wounds of a difficult offseason can start to scab over and heal, as baseball was once again the focus during the first Full Squad workouts at Pirate City.
A disgruntled second baseman, a frightened but thankful catcher, and a somewhat naïve general manager walk into camp…
Neal Huntington insisted the Pirates are focused on winning and suggested they're better than before trading Gerrit Cole and Andrew McCutchen.
Josh Harrison is not backing down. If the Pirates' focus isn't on winning, from top-to-bottom, he wants out. "I want to win. And if that's not what they want to do here, trade me."
Gregory Polanco and Adam Frazier arrived just in time for Day 4 of workouts at Pirate City, and both talked about expectations going into the first season of baseball in Pittsburgh without Andrew McCutchen in a decade.
Day 3 of Pitchers & Catchers was all set to be another "some guys pitched, some guys took infield, and then there was batting practice" kind of Spring Training Groundhog Day. Then David Freese went in on everyone.
It's been quite the climb for the Wild Things after starting from scratch 22 years ago.
Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Bailey Falter had a no-hit bid broken up with one out in the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins.
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton is likely to remain with the club in 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen keeps climbing the ranks on the franchise's all-time lists.
Andrew McCutchen hit a three-run blast to reach the 20-homer plateau for the 10th time in his career and the Pirates beat the Marlins.
Penn State defensive lineman Amin Vanover was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana.
The Steelers travel to Denver to battle the Broncos in Week 2.
The previous record was set in 1900.
Sidney Crosby says he's pretty optimistic about getting a contract extension done before he and the Pittsburgh Penguins open the NHL season next month.
United Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field when forty passengers and crew members fought back against hijackers on September 11, 2001.
A Westmoreland County pizza shop marks 9/11 with a small thank you to his community.
The FBI is investigating after multiple school districts in the Pittsburgh area have recently reported non-credible threats.
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
The homeless crisis in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County has gotten worse, not better.
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
United Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field when forty passengers and crew members fought back against hijackers on September 11, 2001.
The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, was the first — and possibly only — meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in their first presidential debate on Tuesday.
As the holiday shopping season approaches, there are new ways retailers hope to boost business.
Want to check the latest product recalls, click here!
Election Day is getting closer, and with each day comes more of those political calls and texts.
A new amendment to the Pa. Automotive Industry Trade Practices regulations aims for more transparency.
The temperatures are expected to drop soon which means turning on furnaces. That, however, could be a hazard.
Honoring our military on this 23rd observance of 9/11.
Katie visited Allegheny Health Network to explore the "colors of emotion" with a giant chameleon. He's the star of a local kids TV show and Katie was able to get a behind-the-scenes look.
Rania joined Boaz in his garden to pick the perfect veggies before showing her how to saute up something fresh.
Daisy joined us live from Macy's this morning to show us the denim must-haves of the season.
The "purr-fect" brunch experience has arrived and it's called the Caturday Brunch. We were joined by Bella Jioio, 412Food Girl, and Keresty Kelly, the owner of the Library on Carson, to learn more about the Caturday Brunch.
Election Day is eight weeks away, and several local counties will have staffers handling a presidential election for the first time.
A Pittsburgh man said a weekly trip to spread joy and happiness regularly turns into an embarrassing headache.
As its school year starts, the McKeesport Area School District is in disarray and embroiled in scandal.
KDKA consumer investigator Meghan Schiller introduces a new female rideshare club: Periwinkle Ladies Travel Club.
A right-to-know request shows that the trips have cost Beaver County taxpayers close to $30,000.
Dr. Natalie Gentile joined us for another edition of Wellness Wednesday. She shared more on why women are choosing to become mothers later in life.
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
here's a dangerous new trend for a cheap and easy-to-get high. It's been around for years but it's making a comeback.
Dr. Nicole Chenet joined us this afternoon to talk about sleep apnea and hwo dentists are beginning to help patients dealing with it.
The Steelers offensive lineman was the first NFL player wear a Guardian Cap in a game.
It's been quite the climb for the Wild Things after starting from scratch 22 years ago.
Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Bailey Falter had a no-hit bid broken up with one out in the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins.
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton is likely to remain with the club in 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen keeps climbing the ranks on the franchise's all-time lists.
Andrew McCutchen hit a three-run blast to reach the 20-homer plateau for the 10th time in his career and the Pirates beat the Marlins.
The club has hosted a number of big names including John Mayer, Tori Amos, Norah Jones, and others.
Nurses at both hospitals had authorized a strike before coming to new agreements.
Gov. Jim Justice says a coal miner was killed on the job in West Virginia on Friday night.
Pittsburgh workers talked to KDKA-TV about how they're navigating layoffs and the current job market.
The Securities and Exchange Commission says that it has reached a settlement with industrial conglomerate Esmark and its chairman for announcing a false tender offer to buy U.S. Steel.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl said in a social media post that he plans to be a loving and supportive father to his new daughter.
A new medical drama starring Noah Wyle is filming at Allegheny General Hospital this week.
Thrilling monster truck action is coming back to PPG Paints Arena next year.
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
A Westmoreland County pizza shop marked 9/11 with a small thank you to his community. KDKA-TV's Alexandra Todd was there as he gave back to one local fire department that answered the call to help and went to Ground Zero.
It's been quite the climb for the Wild Things after starting from scratch 22 years ago.
The homeless crisis in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County has gotten worse, not better. As we head into the fall, the number of people living on the street and in tent encampments is increasing while efforts to address the situation have fallen short. KDKA-TV's Andy Sheehan reports.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Three college football players are facing serious charges for what school officials are calling an on-campus altercation at Waynesburg University. KDKA-TV's Shelley Bortz reports.
President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump arrived in Shanksville, Pa., to honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.
The northern lights and the Perseid meteor shower were spotted in the Pittsburgh area on Monday.
The driver of a truck smashed into an overpass on Route 40 in Washington County on July 31, 2024.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe for another summer of training camp action.
KDKA-TV had a busy day on Friday at Picklesburgh in Downtown Pittsburgh.