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Pirates’ Winning Creating Positive Atmosphere, Says Bob Walk

Do the wins in Spring Training truly count? In one sense, perhaps they do.

Bob Walk joined Matt Drzik from Bradenton for another Spring Training Report on Wednesday, one day after the Pirates came within one strike of a combined no-hitter and put up 10 runs against the Atlanta Braves in Kissimmee. Walk said that such games are good for a young team as far as building a winning atmosphere.

Walk also talked about the recent performance of Steven Brault, the stars-to-be on this Pirates roster, and the more conservative approach to the remainder of spring training.

To listen to the full conversation, click on the player below!

CCBC Players of the Game 3/9/21

 

The CCBC Players of the Game for Beaver  vs Knoch Girls on Tuesday, March 9th, 2021.  From  Beaver High School, Emma Pavelek , and from Knoch High School, Madylyn Boyer.  The game was heard live on Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, 99.3 FM and beavercountyradio.com 

You can see all of the past CCBC Players of the Game for High School Sports by clicking on the CCBC Logo Below:

 

Beaver Defeats Knoch 3/9/21

 

In the first quarter Beaver came out playing hard taking a 7 point run but Knoch Didn’t give up to many with the score after 1 Beaver 10 Knoch 5.  The Bobcats scoring minimal point and The Knights scoring minimal its was kept close game with the score at the half The Bobcats 19 The Knights 10. Knoch was missing a bunch of baskets into the third which gave Beaver the advantage to score a bunch with the score after 3 Beaver 32 Knoch 14. In the fourth quarter of the game Both The Beaver Bobcats and The Knoch Knights both score the same amount of points Bringing the Final score to Beaver Bobcats 40 Knoch Knights 22.

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CCBC Players of the Game 3/8/21

 

The CCBC Players of the Game for Beaver Falls vs Neshannock Boys on Monday, March 8th, 2021.  From  Beaver Falls High School, Cam Glass, and from Neshannock High School,  Mike Sopko.  The game was heard live on Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, 99.3 FM and beavercountyradio.com 

You can see all of the past CCBC Players of the Game for High School Sports by clicking on the CCBC Logo Below:

 

Neshannock Advances!

 

 

 

The Neshannock Lancers defeated the Beaver Falls Tigers 40-33 tonight to move on to the WPIAL Semi-finals later this week. The game started out pretty even as both teams struggled to score a basket in the first quarter, resulting in a 8-4  with Neshannock leading. But, the second quarter was all the Lancers as they started the second quarter with a 9-0 run. The Lancers took a commanding lead going into the half up 21-6, and outscored the Tigers 15-2 in the second quarter. Despite the big lead the Tigers stormed back in the third quarter outscoring the Lancers 20-9. But, it was not enough as the Tigers ultimately could not complete the comeback falling 40-33.

Bob Walk Likes Pirates’ Improved Offense & Pitching So Far

It may only be a handful of exhibition, but 4-3-1 and a 13-run outing make for some optimism in the annals of the 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates.

Such high(er) hopes were the backbone to the discussion between longtime Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk and A.M. Beaver County’s Matt Drzik in talking about the Bucs’ stint in Bradenton so far. Walk mentioned that the depths from which the Pirates resided statistically last year must and should be improved upon, while the young pitching staff might be ready to compete for higher accolades in a couple of years.

To listen to the full Spring Training Report, click on the player below!

Pirates acquire RHP Underwood in trade with Cubs

Pirates acquire RHP Underwood in trade with Cubs
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired right-hander Duane Underwood Jr. in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. The 26-year-old Underwood went 1-0 with a 5.66 ERA in 17 games with Chicago during the pandemic-shortened season. He was designated for assignment on Tuesday. The Cubs received minor league first baseman Shendrik Apostel in the deal.