A 6-foot-6 strikeout king, he was a star of the Pittsburgh rotation who left batters wary of both his fastball and his wildness.

Veale was part of the Pirates 1971 World Series-winning team and still remains second all-time in team strikeouts.

Bob Veale, a left-handed pitcher and veteran of 13 big-league seasons, has died, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Tuesday. He was 89. "Bob was an integral member of the Pirates who helped our team capture back-to-back division titles as well as the 1971 World Series,

The Boston Red Sox could still look to move star first baseman Triston Casas if they get the right value in return.

A trade pitch has the Boston Red Sox dealing Triston Casas and David Hamilton for a star young pitcher to potentially be an ace. The post Trade Proposal Has Red Sox Dealing Casas For Potential Ace appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates might agree to this trade idea that would bring a young starter to Boston ahead of next season.

Left-hander Caleb Ferguson and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract, pending a successful physical.

Left-hander Caleb Ferguson and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract. The agreement Thursday is pending a successful physical. The 28-year-old is 19-13 with five saves and a 3.