They say the “younger generation” has no interest in baseball anymore, especially people who have grown up around Pittsburgh.
There’s at least one exception, though. My oldest son has the vaguest of memories of the last time the Pirates played winning ball. But he’s a big fan of the sport in general, including its storied (and not-so-storied) history.
Last weekend, after a couple of hours of helping me with yard work while we listened to the Buccos lose another one, he said he was going to do a bit of research. He emerged with a list that I found so interesting, I’d love to share it with you. ...
... and I will, in my column in Wednesday's Observer-Reporter. Pick up a copy at your local newsstand!
Trivia #5: Besides Willie Stargell, who is the last Pirate to hit 40 or more home runs in a season? (For the answer, scroll down and look to the right.)
Otters win it all
9 years ago
