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• We're back at PNC tomorrow! Use your PNC Bank Pirates Card for special ticket offers ➡️ atmlb.com/2MQg0C8 https://t.co/UfmQtOKYGa

  16-08-2018 04:35 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  We're back at PNC tomorrow! Use your PNC Bank Pirates Card for special ticket offers ➡️ atmlb.com/2MQg0C8 https://t.co/UfmQtOKYGa
  
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• ICYMI, #BuccoRoyale is here! 👀 We're droppin' at SIX locations this Saturday, 8.18 where you'll have a chance to… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  16-08-2018 02:35 via Pirates @Pirates
  ICYMI, #BuccoRoyale is here! 👀 We're droppin' at SIX locations this Saturday, 8.18 where you'll have a chance to… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• ✅ You love baseball. ✅ You love hot dogs. 🙌 We have both! (and the hot dogs are just a buck) Friday is another… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  16-08-2018 01:45 via Pirates @Pirates
  ✅ You love baseball. ✅ You love hot dogs.🙌 We have both! (and the hot dogs are just a buck) Friday is another… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• West works 5,164th game, 2nd among umps

  15-08-2018 23:53 via PIT Homepage News
  Longtime umpire Joe West worked the 5,164th game of his Major League career on Wednesday afternoon at Target Field, breaking a tie with Bruce Froemming for second most on the all-time list.
  
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• Pirates fall to Twins, miss chances in series

  15-08-2018 22:47 via PIT Homepage News
  The Pirates played their way back into the postseason race last month, and they'll have to do it again after two days of missed opportunities at Target Field.
  
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• Bell's jacked dad was mad about strike call

  15-08-2018 22:45 via PIT Homepage News
  Don't make him angry.
  
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• That's a final from this afternoon in Minnesota. atmlb.com/2KVoAxr https://t.co/cWM4BIXshG

  15-08-2018 22:37 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  That's a final from this afternoon in Minnesota. atmlb.com/2KVoAxr https://t.co/cWM4BIXshG
  
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• Hech of a catch! 🎥: m.mlb.com/video/v2388258… https://t.co/zVtv4RbGCO

  15-08-2018 22:25 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Hech of a catch!🎥: m.mlb.com/video/v2388258… https://t.co/zVtv4RbGCO
  
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• We're thru 7. We're down a pair. #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/uIKhLkhmk0

  15-08-2018 22:06 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  We're thru 7.We're down a pair. #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/uIKhLkhmk0
  
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• West umpires 5,164th game, second most

  15-08-2018 21:39 via PIT Homepage News
  Longtime umpire Joe West worked the 5,164th game of his Major League career on Wednesday afternoon at Target Field, breaking a tie with Bruce Froemming for second most on the all-time list.
  
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• Striking out the side. 🔥🔥🔥 #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/BHE51VQnMA

  15-08-2018 21:11 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Striking out the side. 🔥🔥🔥#LetsGoBucs https://t.co/BHE51VQnMA
  
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• Elias. 4️⃣0️⃣1️⃣ https://t.co/roB8lAxsPd

  15-08-2018 20:42 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Elias. 4️⃣0️⃣1️⃣ https://t.co/roB8lAxsPd
  
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• Keep it goin'! A 2-run knock for @El_Coffee and we are back on top! #️⃣🔥☕️ 4-2, us | top 4 #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/ImTTw8Avpf

  15-08-2018 20:36 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Keep it goin'! A 2-run knock for @El_Coffee and we are back on top! #️⃣🔥☕️4-2, us | top 4 #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/ImTTw8Avpf
  
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• Diaz Dinger! @EliasDiaz32 with a shot to lead off the 4th ties this game at 2! #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/aDvyPnlPp8

  15-08-2018 20:23 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Diaz Dinger!@EliasDiaz32 with a shot to lead off the 4th ties this game at 2! #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/aDvyPnlPp8
  
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• That will work! @morancolin92 with an infield single, @fran_cervelli scores and we're on the board first here in M… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 19:33 via Pirates @Pirates
  That will work!@morancolin92 with an infield single, @fran_cervelli scores and we're on the board first here in M… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Kuhl (forearm strain) to begin throwing program

  15-08-2018 19:23 via PIT Homepage News
  Right-hander Chad Kuhl hasn't pitched in a game since June 26, and he has not yet resumed throwing due to a right forearm strain. But the Pirates still hope to see him back on the mound this season.
  
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• Nova, Bucs to face Cubs in critical stretch

  15-08-2018 17:47 via PIT Homepage News
  The Pirates will start a critical stretch of their schedule when they return home to PNC Park on Thursday to begin a four-game series against the Cubs at 7:05 p.m. ET. Their next five series are against postseason contenders: the Cubs, Braves (twice), Brewers and Cardinals. Right-hander Ivan Nova will start the opener against veteran lefty Jon Lester.
  
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• Grilli appears to be a bulldozer expert

  15-08-2018 17:46 via PIT Homepage News
  What can't he do?
  
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• Shred Hate program gains Pittsburgh's support

  15-08-2018 17:06 via PIT Homepage News
  The Angels, Dodgers, Phillies, Pirates and Rangers are the latest teams to join the Cubs, White Sox, Twins and Nationals as Shred Hate clubs in the effort to prevent bullying. Select schools in club markets will use the No Bully methodology that has remediated more than 90 percent of bullying incidents since Shred Hate's launch in January 2017.
  
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• Spend your Sunday at PNC Park on another Kids Day! 👏 ⚾️ Kids W.B. Mason Collectible Truck ⚾️ Fun on Federal ⚾️… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 14:55 via Pirates @Pirates
  Spend your Sunday at PNC Park on another Kids Day! 👏 ⚾️ Kids W.B. Mason Collectible Truck⚾️ Fun on Federal⚾️… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Frustration builds as loss drops Bucs in standings

  15-08-2018 06:53 via PIT Homepage News
  With a two-run lead and Jameson Taillon cruising through three innings, the Pirates were in position to secure an important win. Instead, they gave up their lead in the fourth inning, wasted the few scoring opportunities they had later in the game and fell, 5-2, to the Twins at Target Field.
  
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• Frustrating loss drops Bucs in standings

  15-08-2018 06:53 via PIT Homepage News
  With a two-run lead and Jameson Taillon cruising through three innings, the Pirates were in position to secure an important win. Instead, they gave up their lead in the fourth inning, wasted the few scoring opportunities they had later in the game and fell, 5-2, to the Twins at Target Field.
  
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• Bucs' best Aug. trade brought Bay to Pittsburgh

  15-08-2018 06:00 via PIT Homepage News
  While the July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline rightfully garners the lion's share of attention when it comes to each year's trade season, there have been numerous deals struck during the month of August that have been impactful down the stretch and in subsequent years. Here's a look at the best August trade each team has ever made.
  
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• Bucs strike first, but drop the opener in Minnesota. atmlb.com/2w59ekL https://t.co/HuyRii9P6w

  15-08-2018 05:05 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Bucs strike first, but drop the opener in Minnesota. atmlb.com/2w59ekL https://t.co/HuyRii9P6w
  
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• Jamo's night. https://t.co/v3IznPshZd

  15-08-2018 04:22 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Jamo's night. https://t.co/v3IznPshZd
  
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• Jamo gets us thru 6 here and keeps it a one-run ballgame. Time to get a few here in the 7th! 3-2, them |… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 04:08 via Pirates @Pirates
  Jamo gets us thru 6 here and keeps it a one-run ballgame.Time to get a few here in the 7th!3-2, them |… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Jordy Mercer has been removed from tonight's game due to left calf discomfort.

  15-08-2018 03:38 via Pirates @Pirates
  Jordy Mercer has been removed from tonight's game due to left calf discomfort.
  
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• 👋 Hey, Jordy. https://t.co/zGo93sqTu2

  15-08-2018 03:03 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  👋 Hey, Jordy. https://t.co/zGo93sqTu2
  
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• We add on in the 2nd with a productive out for @morancolin92 and we're up a pair early. 2-0, us | bot 2 #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/IcFCn0WoBU

  15-08-2018 02:41 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  We add on in the 2nd with a productive out for @morancolin92 and we're up a pair early.2-0, us | bot 2 #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/IcFCn0WoBU
  
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• Francisco! @fran_cervelli with an RBI double and YOUR BUCS are on the board here in Minnesota! 1-0 us |… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 02:32 via Pirates @Pirates
  Francisco!@fran_cervelli with an RBI double and YOUR BUCS are on the board here in Minnesota!1-0 us |… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Bucco action from Minnesota has started. #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/svfDyk3iHB

  15-08-2018 02:13 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Bucco action from Minnesota has started. #LetsGoBucs https://t.co/svfDyk3iHB
  
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• Archer takes on Twins in Interleague bout

  15-08-2018 02:11 via PIT Homepage News
  Right-hander Chris Archer will make his third start for the Pirates at Target Field at 1:10 p.m. ET on Wednesday. Despite dealing with food poisoning, Archer picked up his first Pirates win last week at Coors Field. Right-hander Jose Berrios will start for the Twins.
  
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• We'll pick one random winner later tonight. Good luck! Here are the R&Rs: atmlb.com/2mWIcZP twitter.com/Pirates/status…

  15-08-2018 02:08 via Pirates @Pirates
  We'll pick one random winner later tonight. Good luck! Here are the R&Rs: atmlb.com/2mWIcZP twitter.com/Pirates/status…
  
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• RETWEET THIS now for a chance to win a Josh Bell SIGNED baseball! (wish him a Happy Birthday too) https://t.co/vLhrPsLPki

  15-08-2018 02:06 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  RETWEET THIS now for a chance to win a Josh Bell SIGNED baseball!(wish him a Happy Birthday too) https://t.co/vLhrPsLPki
  
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• Archer expanding arsenal with 2-seamer, curve

  15-08-2018 02:03 via PIT Homepage News
  Toward the end of his time in Tampa Bay, Chris Archer expanded his arsenal by reincorporating a two-seam fastball and adding a curveball. He brought that pitch mix to Pittsburgh along with a fastball that's averaged 94.6 mph this season, his wipeout slider and a changeup.
  
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• Breaking down Archer trade with final piece set

  15-08-2018 01:26 via PIT Homepage News
  With the news that right-hander Shane Baz is the third, and final, player going to Tampa Bay in the Chris Archer deal, we can now take a closer look at the Deadline trade that took nearly everyone by surprise.
  
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• Bucs send Baz to Rays to cap Archer deal

  15-08-2018 01:21 via PIT Homepage News
  The Pirates completed their blockbuster trade for Chris Archer on Tuesday, sending right-hander Shane Baz, their No. 4 prospect, to the Rays as the player to be named in the July 31 Trade Deadline deal.
  
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• This morning, nearly 200 volunteers packed the main concourse at PNC as we partnered with Chick-fil-A and Feeding C… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 00:59 via Pirates @Pirates
  This morning, nearly 200 volunteers packed the main concourse at PNC as we partnered with Chick-fil-A and Feeding C… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Sample craft beers and enjoy a Buccos game! Join us for the next Beer Passport Game this Thursday, 8/16. ➡️… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  15-08-2018 00:10 via Pirates @Pirates
  Sample craft beers and enjoy a Buccos game!Join us for the next Beer Passport Game this Thursday, 8/16.➡️… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• 🔔📓: In 37 career games against A.L. teams, Josh Bell is hitting .331 with eight doubles, six home runs and 31 RBI..… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  14-08-2018 22:45 via Pirates @Pirates
  🔔📓: In 37 career games against A.L. teams, Josh Bell is hitting .331 with eight doubles, six home runs and 31 RBI..… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Bucs send Baz to Rays to complete Archer deal

  14-08-2018 21:54 via PIT Homepage News
  The Pirates completed their blockbuster trade for Chris Archer on Tuesday, sending right-hander Shane Baz, their No. 4 prospect, to the Rays as the player to be named in the July 31 Trade Deadline deal.
  
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• The Pirates and Rays have completed the Chris Archer deal and announce Shane Baz as the PTBN.

  14-08-2018 21:51 via Pirates @Pirates
  The Pirates and Rays have completed the Chris Archer deal and announce Shane Baz as the PTBN.
  
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• Where we droppin'? 🤔 #BuccoRoyale atmlb.com/2vEre5P https://t.co/ZkihfqA7YJ

  14-08-2018 19:35 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Where we droppin'? 🤔 #BuccoRoyale atmlb.com/2vEre5P https://t.co/ZkihfqA7YJ
  
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• Pups and baseball! Be here for our next Pup Night, 8/21 ➡️ atmlb.com/2H41Bz6 https://t.co/CZ1Mas59op

  14-08-2018 17:10 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Pups and baseball!Be here for our next Pup Night, 8/21 ➡️ atmlb.com/2H41Bz6 https://t.co/CZ1Mas59op
  
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• Happy Birthday, @JBell_19! 🔔🎉 RETWEET to wish Josh a Happy Birthday! #BuccoBirthdays https://t.co/rQ4LnNhhwA

  14-08-2018 15:05 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  Happy Birthday, @JBell_19! 🔔🎉RETWEET to wish Josh a Happy Birthday! #BuccoBirthdays https://t.co/rQ4LnNhhwA
  
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• In crowded postseason race, Pirates’ chances appear to be fading

  14-08-2018 14:12 via TribLIVE Pirates Stories RSS Feed
  The Pittsburgh Pirates open a two-game series against the Twins Tuesday. They were off on Monday. They they host the Cubs starting Thursday night. But...
  
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• Tim Benz: If there’s debate, Pirates can’t retire Barry Bonds’ number

  14-08-2018 13:24 via TribLIVE Pirates Stories RSS Feed
  A lot of newspaper inches, TV and radio opinions and web space have been dedicated to a debate over whether the Pirates should retire Barry...
  
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• Inbox: What does OF look like moving forward?

  14-08-2018 05:56 via PIT Homepage News
  Beat reporter Adam Berry answers fans' questions in the latest Inbox.
  
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• Pirates minor league report: Aug. 13, 2018

  14-08-2018 05:51 via TribLIVE Pirates Stories RSS Feed
  INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 65-54) was postponed due to rain and is to be made up Tuesday as part of a doubleheader at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (Yankees). RHP Nick...
  
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• 8.18.18 #BuccoRoyale atmlb.com/2vEre5P https://t.co/LQJXRq0CxS

  14-08-2018 02:45 via Pirates @Pirates
  
  8.18.18#BuccoRoyale atmlb.com/2vEre5P https://t.co/LQJXRq0CxS
  
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