Skip to content
PIT
This day in
Pittsburgh Pirates History
Shop Pittsburgh Pirates cards & plaques
ON THIS DAY · June 25 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Relief pitcher Emil Yde’s double ties the score in the ninth inningand triple in the 14th frame beats the Cubs (1924)
PIT
thisdayin.pirates
February 14
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1996, Kevin McClatchy purchases the Pirates from the Pittsburgh Associates

February 14 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Kevin McClatchy purchases the Pirates from the Pittsburgh Associates (1996)

On February 14 1996 –Kevin McClatchy and his group of investors purchase the Pirates from the Pittsburgh Associates. More Pittsburgh Pirates history & fan-cave gifts → Source: Historical record

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
February 12
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1912, Boston Braves send Mike Donlin to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Vin Campbell

February 12 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Boston Braves send Mike Donlin to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Vin Campbell (1912)

On February 12 1912 — In a change of outfielders, the Boston Braves send Mike Donlin to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Vin Campbell. After one season with Pittsburgh, Donlin will be waived...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
February 11
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1928, New York Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates swap pitchers: Burleigh Grimes for Vic Aldridge

February 11 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: New York Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates swap pitchers: Burleigh Grimes for Vic Aldridge (1928)

On February 11 1928 – the Pittsburgh Pirates traded pitcher Vic Aldridge to the New York Giants in exchange for future Hall of Fame pitcher Burleigh Grimes . Aldridge (throwing photo below)...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
February 9
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1946, Preacher Roe suffers concussion at high school basketball game

February 9 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Preacher Roe suffers concussion at high school basketball game (1946)

On February 9 1946 — Pirate southpaw Preacher Roe suffers a brain concussion in an altercation with a referee in a high school basketball game in Arkansas. More Pittsburgh Pirates history &...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
February 9
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1901, Giants and Pirates outfielder Tom O’Brien dies at 28

February 9 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Giants and Pirates outfielder Tom O’Brien dies at 28 (1901)

On February 9 1901 — Giants and Pirates outfielder Tom O’Brien, 28, dies in Phoenix, AZ. A popular player with the Giants, O’Brien played for Pirates in 1900, then accompanied the Giants...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
January 31
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1992, The Pittsburgh Pirates sign outfielder Barry Bonds to the largest one-year contract worth $4.7 million

January 31 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: The Pittsburgh Pirates sign outfielder Barry Bonds to the largest one-year contract worth $4.7 million (1992)

On January 31 1992 – The Pittsburgh Pirates sign outfielder Barry Bonds to a one-year contract worth $4.7 million, the largest-ever one-year deal. Bonds will reward the Pirates with his 2nd MVP...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
January 31
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1950, The Pittsburgh Pirates sign high school pitcher Paul Pettit for a record $100,000 after buying his contract from a film producer

January 31 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: The Pittsburgh Pirates sign high school pitcher Paul Pettit for a record $100,000 after buying his contract from a film producer (1950)

On January 31 1950 — The Pittsburgh Pirates sign high school pitcher Paul Pettit for a record $100,000 after buying his contract from a film producer, who had signed him to an...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
January 30
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1959, Pittsburgh Pirates acquire pitcher Harvey Haddix

January 30 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Pittsburgh Pirates acquire pitcher Harvey Haddix (1959)

On January 30, 1959, the Pittsburgh Pirates acquire pitcher Harvey Haddix, catcher Smoky Burgess, and infielder Don Hoak (photo)from the Cincinnati Reds for third baseman Frank Thomas , infielder-outfielder Jim Pendleton, outfielder...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
January 29
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1971, Pirates and Cardinals make 4 player deal the trade is key to 1971 Championship

January 29 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Pirates and Cardinals make 4 player deal the trade is key to 1971 Championship (1971)

On January 29, 1971 , the Pittsburgh Pirates acquire pitcher Nellie Briles and outfielder Vic Davalillo from the St. Louis Cardinals for outfielder Matty Alou and pitcher George Brunet. Briles and Davalillo...

PIT
thisdayin.pirates
January 28
Pittsburgh Pirates: Pittsburgh Pirates, 1976, Pittsburgh Pirates signed pitcher Pascual Perez

January 28 in Pittsburgh Pirates History: Pittsburgh Pirates signed pitcher Pascual Perez (1976)

On January 28, 1976, the as an amateur free agent out of the Dominican. He played two years for the Pirates (1980-81) before being traded to the Atlanta Braves for pitcher Larry...

« Previous 1 … 14 15 16 17 Next »
Related Pittsburgh Pirates sites
Reddit communityFILL subreddit
Follow the Pittsburgh Pirates
InstagramOfficial teamX / TwitterOfficial team
This Day network
Yankees historyBills historyWizards historyDodgers historyCowboys historyKnicks historyMets historyArizona Diamondbacks historyAtlanta Braves historyBaltimore Orioles historyBoston Red Sox historyChicago Cubs historyChicago White Sox historyCincinnati Reds historyColorado Rockies historyDetroit Tigers historyHouston Astros historyKansas City Royals historyLos Angeles Angels historyMiami Marlins historyMilwaukee Brewers historyMinnesota Twins historyOakland Athletics historyPhiladelphia Phillies historyPittsburgh Pirates historySan Diego Padres historySan Francisco Giants historySeattle Mariners historySt. Louis Cardinals historyTampa Bay Rays historyTexas Rangers historyToronto Blue Jays historyWashington Nationals history

Shop by Sport

⚾ MLB
  • Yankees
  • Dodgers
  • Red Sox
  • Cubs
  • Braves
🏈 NFL
  • Cowboys
  • Eagles
  • Chiefs
  • Bills
  • 49ers
🏀 NBA
  • Knicks
  • Thunder
  • Celtics
  • Lakers
  • All Teams →
⚽ Soccer
  • Messi
  • Mbappé
  • Ronaldo
  • Vinicius Jr.
  • World Cup 2026 →

Gift Guides

  • Hanukkah Gifts
  • 2026 NFL Schedule Reveal
  • MLB Giveaway Schedules
  • NFL Team Schedules
  • Cowboys Fans
  • Eagles Fans
  • Chiefs Fans
  • 49ers Fans
  • Steelers Fans
  • Packers Fans
  • Mets Fans
  • Cubs Fans
  • Celtics Fans
  • All Gift Guides →

Customer Service

  • FAQ
  • Contact Us
  • Customer Reviews
  • Wholesale Inquiry
  • Teams We Carry
  • Popular Players

About

  • About FreshDCards
  • News & Insights
  • Happy Customers
  • Wholesale Program
  • Fan Group Partnerships
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

Champions & Hall of Fame

  • Super Bowl Champions
  • World Series Champions
  • NBA Champions
  • Stanley Cup Champions
  • Baseball Hall of Fame
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
  • Basketball Hall of Fame
  • MLB All-Stars by Team
  • NFL Pro Bowlers by Team
  • NBA All-Stars by Team
  • This Day in MLB — All Teams
  • This Day in NFL — All Teams
  • This Day in NBA — All Teams
  • This Day in NHL — All Teams
  • NFL Ring of Honor by Team
  • MLB Hall of Famers by Team
  • NFL Hall of Famers by Team
  • NBA Hall of Famers by Team
  • NHL Hall of Famers by Team
  • MLB Retired Numbers by Team
  • NBA Retired Numbers by Team
  • NHL Retired Numbers by Team

Please subscribe to our mailing list for new product info, discounts and more

New player drops, playoff coverage, and fresh fan-cave picks, straight to your inbox.

Real Licensed Cards
Mounted in our shop
Ships in 3-4 days
Made in the USA
© 2026 FreshDCards|Refund policyPrivacy policyTerms of serviceShipping policyContact information
American Express Apple Pay Diners Club Discover Google Pay Mastercard PayPal Shop Pay Visa
136
Verified Reviews
  • Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
  • Opens in a new window.
Baseball plaque⚾ Baseball
Basketball plaque🏀 Basketball
Football plaque🏈 Football

Get 10% off your first order

Join fans getting first access to new teams and players.

You'll receive your code and join our newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime.