THE BULLPEN

     The crack of the bat, the thrill of the hit! Our Pittsburgh Pirates continue their series against the Texas Rangers tonight. Mrs. Black-N-Gold has your keys for tonight's game. 1)The Pirates roll continued last night as they routed the Rangers for their 5th straight win. The victory was powered by 14 hits, 4 of them homers, the 3rd time this season the Pirates have hit at least 4 round trippers in a game. Chicks dig the long ball! 2)The Bucs have exploded for 40 runs during their 5 game winning streak. You gotta have more Hit, Run, & Score! 3)The Pirates will pitch RH Juan Nicasio, 4-3, 4.46 ERA. Rangers RH Yu Darvish will make his season debut as he comes back from Tommy John surgery. Win one for Juan! Let's Go Bucs!!!!!