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The Pirates Roots
dating back to April 15, 1876, when the Pittsburgh Allegheny brought professional baseball to the city by playing their first game at Union Park. In 1877, the Allegheny's were accepted into the minor league International Association, but disbanded the following year. baseball returned for good in 1882 when the Allegheny's reformed and joined the American Association, a rival of the National League. -
Fortunes of the Pirates
in 1900 when the National League reduced its membership from 12 to 8 teams. Hall of Fame owner brought 14 players, some were hall of famers like Honus Wagner. they all would play significant roles as the Pirates became the leagues dominant franchise, winning pennants in 1901-1903 and a world championship in 1909 -
Roberto Clemente Hall of Famer
He won 12 Gold Glove Awards, was a 15 time All-Star and won 4 National League batting titles. he still holds the record for most outfield assists, and is considered the best right fielder to ever play the game. -
Pittsburgh Pirates Made Baseball History
Pittsburgh Pirates field the first all Black lineup in Major League Baseball History in the teams 10-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. consisted of Rennie Stennett, Gene Clines, Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell, Manny Sanguillen, Dave Cash, Al Oliver, Jackie Hernandez and Dock Ellis -
opening of the PNC Park
after the three rivers stadium had worn out its welcome, officially PNC Park opened its gates on April 4, 2001. Intimate two level structure which offers all fans dramatic views of the downtown skyline as well as the natural grass playing surface. ESPN ranked PNC Park the best field in baseball. it is considered one of the best ballparks in America because of its location, views, the Allegheny River, timeless design and clear angles of the field from every seat. -
Lloyd Steals Firstbase
the Pittsburgh Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon gets tossed after arguing a close call with the umpire, and he ends up taking first base with him as he leaves the field -
Paul Waner Number Retired
played 15 years with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and was one of the most dominated players in baseball during his time. first player in team history to capture the N.L. Most Valuable Player award a year later. ended his career with 3,152 hits. his .340 average with Pittsburgh ranks first in club history and he ranks among the top 10 in 11 other offensive categories. Waner was inducted into the hall of fame in 1952. his Number 11 was retired by the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 21,2007 -
McCutchen's First Walk Off Homerun
Andrew McCutchen had already proved he was a one of a kind player, but his first walk off homerun solidifies him as a superstar. he hit the walk off homerun off of Brad Lidge of the Philadelphia Phillies, McCutchen finished his rookie season batting .286/.365/.471 -
Garrett Sends One To The River
Garrett Jones becomes the first Pittsburgh Pirate player to ever hit a home run ball into the Allegheny River On the Fly with a 436 foot bomb. -
Welcome Back Sean Rod
Sean Rodriguez makes his return to PNC Park a memorable one, hitting a solo shot in the 12th inning to Walk It Off. 5-4 win over the Padres i12 innings and their first series win in a span of five tries.