Luis Ortiz

Pirates Mowed Down by Michael King as Losing Streak Hits Nine

The Pittsburgh Pirates were shut down by Michael King and the San Diego Padres in a 3-0 loss at PETCO Park on Tuesday night, giving them...

Pittsburgh Pirates' Joey Bart, right, is greeted by third base coach Mike Rabelo, left, after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

Pirates6 months ago

Bullpen Woes Continue: Pirates Rally But Blow Another Lead, Get Swept by Padres

PITTSBURGH — Aided by an Oneil Cruz throwing error, David Bednar blew his second-straight save as the San Diego Padres completed the series sweep with a...

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Luis Ortiz delivers a pitch during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the New York Yankees in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Pirates6 months ago

Pirates Comeback Goes for Naught in 9-8 Loss to Diamondbacks

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates mounted a furious comeback after the Arizona Diamondbacks scored five runs in the first inning but it was all for naught...

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Luis L. Ortiz throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Pirates6 months ago

Pirates Unravel in Sixth, Fall 4-3 to Diamondbacks

The Pittsburgh Pirates had an early three-run lead but the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied for a 4-3 win at Chase Field on Friday night. Andrew McCutchen put...

Pirates6 months ago

Should Series vs. Phillies Serve as Measuring Stick for Pirates?

The Pittsburgh Pirates ended the first half of the regular season with momentum. Heading into the All-Star break, the Pirates were winners in five of their...

Pirates6 months ago

Versatile Luis Ortiz Unsung Hero of Pirates Pitching Staff

PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes has generated most of the attention amongst Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers this season, and rightfully so. The rookie phenom has already established himself...

Pirates6 months ago

Ortiz Pitches Gem, Cruz Drives in Three in Pirates 4-1 Win Over Phillies

PITTSBURGH — Luis Ortiz threw seven-shutout innings and Oneil Cruz homered as part of a three-RBI performance in the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 win over the Philadelphia...

Pirates6 months ago

Pirates Preview: Bucs Aim to Take Series Against Baseball’s Best

The Pittsburgh Pirates (49-48) took game one of the Keystone Classic on Friday night, walking off the MLB-best Philadelphia Phillies (62-35) with a Nick Gonzales single...

Pittsburgh Pirates' Bryan Reynolds crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run off Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Tyler Holton during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh, Monday, April 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Pirates7 months ago

Pirates Dispatch White Sox 6-2, Win Third Straight Game

The Pirates won their third straight game on Saturday, defeating the White Sox 6-2 behind a four-hit, four-RBI game from All-Star outfielder Bryan Reynolds. In addition...