Pittsburgh Pirates Tickets

It’s already a tight race in the NL Central Division this year, with two-and-a-half games separating the St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates from each other as May comes to a close. The Pirates have been picking up momentum and are now looking to close in on the division leaders after going 16-8 for the month, and 31-20 overall as of May 28.

Starling Marte and Andrew McCutchen have been key players for the Pirates this season, with Marte compiling a .305 batting average and .367 on-base percentage, while McCutchen added 55 hits, 27 RBI, and a .293 batting average of his own. Additionally, Pedro Alvarez has had the power behind the plate this year, adding a team-leading 10 home runs and a tie with McCutchen with 27 RBI. Pitching has also been a bright spot for the Pirates, with starters like Jeff Locke and Wandy Rodriguez controlling the mound. In 10 starts apiece, Rodriguez has captured six wins, with Locke close behind with five. See Pittsburgh’s finest hit a few out of PNC Park this year with Pirates tickets when they host upcoming opponents like the Reds (May 31-June 2), San Francisco Giants (June 11-13), and Los Angeles Dodgers (June 14-16). 

The Pirates had one of their most entertaining seasons in recent memory last year. They missed the playoffs and finished 79-83, but they played well enough to be in the playoff hunt for much of the season. Also, star outfielder Andrew McCutcheon finished third in the National League MVP race and claimed the Silver Slugger and Golden Glove Awards. Now, the team is ready to build on their success going into 2013. In an effort to sustain the momentum and help the squad reach their first postseason in 20 years, the Pirates inked former Yankees catcher Russell Martin on a two-year, $17 million deal. The signing was considered a steal, as the Yankees were taking care of other business, and Martin should offer some protection for McCutcheon while helping on defense. 

As long as McCutcheon can continue to provide his masterful skills, the Pirates will have a cornerstone to build upon and the playoffs remain a possibility. And, if his physical goes well, more good news is on the way, as the Pirates are set to ink the flame-throwing Francisco Liriano. Fans are already more than excited to see the boys in black and yellow this year, and it all kicks off at home with an opening day matchup against the Chicago Cubs on April 1^st. During the opening month, the Pirates will also host the Cincinnati Reds, the St. Louis Cardinals, and the Atlanta Braves. Grab your 2013 Pittsburgh Pirates tickets today and be there as they look to make the playoffs.