THE BLACK-N-GOLD NEWS
The Pirates-Our Pirates started out the week on a high note as another minor leaguer received an honor this week. Congrats to Indy RH Adrian Sampson, named the International League Pitcher of the Week. Unfortunately, things weren't going as smoothly for the big club. They dropped the opener of their 3-game set to Milwaukee, 2-0. They did have an opportunity to stock the farm as they had 3 selections in the first 2 rounds of the MLB Amateur Draft. With their 1st pick they selected SS Kevin Newman of Arizona, 19th overall. They chose 3B Ke'Bryan Hayes from Concordia Lutheran High School in Texas with the 32nd overall pick. Hayes is the son of former Pirates 3B Charlie Hayes, so the bloodline is there. In the 2nd round, they picked another SS, Kevin Kramer of UCLA. Tuesday night brought another loss to Milwaukee, 4-1. Last night, the Bucs were able to salvage a win as RH Charlie Morton won his 4th straight decision, 2-0. The Buccos are off today. They begin a 3-game series with their cross state rivals, the Philly Sillies, Friday night at PNC Park. Let's Go Bucs!!!!!
The Steelers-Our Steelers continued their OTAs on the South Side this week. It was announced that players are to report to the 50th edition of training camp at St. Vincent's in Latrobe on Saturday, July 25. Sunday, July 26 will be the first practice open to the fans. Just 91 days until the kickoff to the regular season when our Steelers battle the New England Patriots. Let's Go Steelers!!!!!!
The Penguins-Not much news to report on our Pens. They did announce that Wilkes-Barre/Scranton has signed 2 forwards to their club, Adam Krause and Ty Loney. You may remember Ty's dad Troy from his days as a 2-time Stanley Cup winner with the Pens. The kid has the pedigree. Let's Go Pens!!!
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