I've been a Pirates fan since the early 60's when they couldn't win a single game all year...in fact, they were so bad that they even lost when playing against themselves. (practice games)
BUT, they've had a few good years...OK, 1 or 2 anyway...
They do have great food at PNC I heard. It's on my list of parks to visit this summer.
When you call for tickets does the automated system have an option for the Suicide Prevention Hotline?
I'm a Yankee fan, but I remember watching their '79 team and rooting for them, especially since I hated the Orioles. Madlock, Stargell, Parker, Foli were an impressive core group on offense. I remember Blyleven and Tekulve on the pitching side. Tekulve was especially memorable as he had that funky delivery, and kids were trying to pitch like him.
PNC Park is a gorgeous stadium. but they pirates do suck. The only times i go to see a game is for Fireworks nights. At least the Pittsburgh steelers and Penguins are at least good. It would suck to have all three of our sports teams consistently suck.
MLB Team Salaries
#1 NY Yankees $206M
#2 Boston Red Sox $163M
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#29 San Diego Padres $38M
#30 Pittsburgh Pirates $35M (last place)
Yeah, and it's not hard to see the problem.
Amazingly enough, my Padres are doing well this season. They have the best record in the NL.Yeah, and it's not hard to see the problem.
If only the Pirates had blown another 3 million in salary......Amazingly enough, my Padres are doing well this season. They have the best record in the NL.
Well, their front office guys will be gone soon due to non-performance, and they do have some young talent. It's been tough for many years but I am still a fan. Plus they have the best ballpark in the majors.
I'd take a great team in an old football stadium over a craptacular team in the best ballpark.Well, their front office guys will be gone soon due to non-performance, and they do have some young talent. It's been tough for many years but I am still a fan. Plus they have the best ballpark in the majors.
Well, their front office guys will be gone soon due to non-performance, and they do have some young talent. It's been tough for many years but I am still a fan. Plus they have the best ballpark in the majors.