Pirates' Murtaugh nominated for Hall of Fame (Yesterday) Nov 11, 2009
The Veterans Committee has been revised twice since 2001, when charges of cronyism followed the election of Bill Mazeroski. What was a 15-member panel was expanded to include every living Hall member, but it failed to elect anyone in three tries. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Utley flirts with rare feat for runner-up Nov 5, 2009
The main reason Richardson was on the losing side that year was because of the player manning second for his opponent, Pittsburgh's Bill Mazeroski, who hit the first title-winning walk-off home run in World Series history in Game 7. Forty-nine years later, second baseman Chase Utley came close to matching Richardson's feat, making a strong case to be the Series' Most Valuable Player even as the Phillies fell short in their bid to repeat. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Pirates: Mazeroski's homer still a winner Oct 14, 2009
This year marks the 49th anniverary of Bill Mazeroski's home run which gave the Pirates the win ... Although the information is indelibly stamped into his memory, he ritually writes down the numbers relating to the seventh game of the 1960 World Series that ends with Bill Mazeroski hitting a home run in the bottom of the ninth to beat the New York Yankees. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gonzalez's name etched in playoffs lore Oct 14, 2009
The Official Site of the Florida Marlins. Shortstop is in elite company to hit walk-off homer in Fall Classic. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Races tight for Pirates' All-Time 9 Sep 16, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- George Grantham in 1930 or Bill Mazeroski 36 years later. Manny Sanguillen or Jason Kendall. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
ElRoy Face and his signature forkball pioneered the role of closer Sep 13, 2009
"He was fearless," said teammate Bill Mazeroski ... But Bill Mazeroski hit a two-run triple to bail him out and lift his record to 18-1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bucs celebrate golf legend Palmer's b-day Sep 9, 2009
He talked about being in Pittsburgh on that October day in 1960 when Bill Mazeroski won the Pirates a World Series championship with his walk-off homer. Palmer also noted his friendship with former Pirate Dick Groat, who was on that World Series championship team. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
On the Steelers: Holmes forever measured by the company he keeps Sep 8, 2009
Bill Mazeroski and Franco Harris report that not a day goes by without someone asking them about their famous World Series home run or Immaculate Reception. The two feats, performed 12 years apart, could never be surpassed. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
On the Pirates: An apple a day ... Sep 6, 2009
If "famous" is part of the criteria, along with production, the 1971 team that had three Hall of Famers -- Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell and an older Bill Mazeroski on the bench -- as well as Al Oliver, Richie Hebner, Bob Robertson and Manny Sanguillen. But, if based strictly on production, there is no peer for the phenomenally balance 1925 group that won the World Series against Washington. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pirates near record for futility Sep 5, 2009
Next year, it's Bill Mazeroski and the 50th-year celebration of the Impossible Pirates who upset the mighty Yankees. In 2011, it's the 40th anniversary of Roberto Clemente's World Series coming-out party at age 36. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Henderson's speech of a lifetime Jul 27, 2009
Dennis Eckersley, who had his own language, "Eck-speak." Bill Mazeroski, who said basically nothing in his Hall of Fame speech, too broken up to read his 12 pages. Now it's Rickey's time, and nobody does English like Rickey. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Brewers manager Gonzales lived the life of a big leaguer Jul 15, 2009
Bill Mazeroski and Duke Snyder were my coaches. I told my dad that and he was impressed. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Duke, Sanchez take in All-Star spectacle Jul 14, 2009
An All-Star invitation had been handed to Sanchez nine days ago, making him the first three-time Pirates All-Star since Jason Kendall and the first Pittsburgh infielder to be named to three All-Star teams since Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski. However, there is a growing likelihood that this could be Sanchez's last as a member of the Pirates. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Rockwood team wins Fallen Heroes Golf Tournament Jul 14, 2009
Members of the winning foursome are Greg Ortman, Jim Harbaugh, Nick Sanner and Chris Harbaugh. They beat out a field of 308 golfers, who competed in the fundraiser golf tournament that was played in honor of Pittsburgh Police Officers Eric Kelly, Stephen Mayhle and Paul Sciullo II whom were slain in the line of duty on April 4. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Pirates eyeing a fresh start vs. Giants Jul 13, 2009
The Official Site of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Pittsburgh (38-50) vs. San Francisco (49-39), 7:05 p.m. ET. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
FSN on-air auction a success Jul 2, 2009
Also as part of the auction, the Pirates have put an autographed "Bill Mazeroski Game Seven Home Run" lithograph online. which can be made on pirates. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Pirates fall 3-1 to Cubs Jun 30, 2009
Of note: Today marks the centennial anniversary of the opening of Forbes Field, and these former players are expected to attend: Bill Mazeroski, Elroy Face, Dick Groat, Steve Blass, Hank Foiles, Bob Friend, Bobby Del Greco, Dave Giusti, Nellie King, Bob Robertson, Don Schwall, Chuck Tanner, Grant Jackson, Manny Sanguillen and Frank Thomas. Catch more on the Pirates at the PG's. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Top Clemson Pro Performances Jun 23, 2009
Among the nine National League batters he retired were five future Hall of Fame players: Willie Mays, Stan Musial, Hank Aaron, Ernie Banks and Bill Mazeroski. 9. (Clemsontigers.com)
Pair of champs to represent Bucs at Draft May 27, 2009
CHICAGO -- Teammates on the Pirates' 1960 team that claimed the franchise's third World Series title, Bill Mazeroski and Bill Virdon are now teaming up to represent the Pirates at the 2009 First-Year Player Draft. lect. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Dulac on Golf: Ten things that will tee you off May 24, 2009
The 2nd annual Bill Mazeroski Celebrity tournament, which benefits the Buckeye School District scholarship fund, will be June 15-16 at Mystic Rock at the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa. Call 304-276-5104 or 304-685-9809 or go to www. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
In 1959 Harvey Haddix pitched perhaps the best game ever -- and lost May 24, 2009
"It was one of the easiest games I ever played in," Bill Mazeroski recalled. "Everything was pretty much routine. Everything was a two-hopper.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
There were bright spots as Reds blank Pirates Apr 13, 2009
It went Gene Alley to Bill Mazeroski to Donn Clendenon. Still and all, Sanchez said, "the triple play and the double play don't take away what we didn't do at the dish offensively.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
SportsBeat: Some hearty congrats Apr 9, 2009
While Harry s heroics may not measure up to Bobby Thompson s Shot Heard Round the World (which I would rank No. 1), nor to Bill Mazeroski s, Kirk Gibson s and Carlton Fisk s famous home runs, nor to John Havlicek s and Larry Bird s sensational, game-saving steals, nor to Bobby s Orr s and Mile Eruzione s big game-winning goals, nor to Doug Flutie s Heisman-winning Hail Mary pass and Adam Vinatieri s Super Bowl-winning field goal in a blinding snowstorm, I would still put Wentzell s win, given... (Needham Tab, MA)
Carter says Series-winning HR gets overlooked Apr 3, 2009
Highlights of big home runs by Bill Mazeroski and Bobby Thomson often get shown far more than Carter's shot, too. "Mine, it will make the top 10 but it's never No. 1, it's never been No. 2, it's always been in the middle of the pack," Carter said Thursday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
A-B Hall inducts Class of 2009 Apr 3, 2009
On the baseball diamond, Rick was one of the smoothest fielding glove men to ever play the sport at A-B. Rick was the equivalent of Bill Mazeroski, but with a. 300-plus batting average. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Pirates Spring Training: Infield guru Perry Hill Mar 15, 2009
Offered a usually reserved Bill Mazeroski after a couple of weeks here watching Hill work with the Pirates: "That guy runs a hell of a camp.". A simple plan. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jeff PearlmanPEARLS OF WISDOM Mar 4, 2009
Bill Mazeroski, an annual spring "instructor" at Pirate City, is there to be Bill Mazeroski. Yogi Berra, in camp as an "instructor" at George M. Steinbrenner Field, is there to be Yogi Berra. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Pirates Spring Training: Not too early to bring comparisons to the plate (Yesterday) Feb 24, 2009
Kent Tekulve and Bill Mazeroski, Pirates alumni assistants and teammates of the beloved captain known as Pops, swear that from their outfield-shagging vantages they can barely tell who's batting. And former manager Bill Virdon arched his eyebrows at the mention and replied, "That's quite a comparison.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pittsburgh planners may name street for Chuck Noll Feb 10, 2009
They include Pirates Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski, Pitt football star Tony Dorsett, and late Steelers owner Art Rooney Sr.. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Pirates unveil new uniforms for 2009 Feb 9, 2009
"The sleeveless jersey also has a special place in our history, having been worn by the great 1960 Championship team and for much of the Hall of Fame careers of the great Roberto Clemente and Bill Mazeroski," Connelly said. The color red, which was brought back into the uniforms in 1997, is now gone altogether. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
North Shore street could be named for Chuck Noll Feb 9, 2009
Other streets in the stadium complex on the North Shore are named for former Pirates great Bill Mazeroski, late Steelers owner Art Rooney and former University of Pittsburgh running back Tony Dorsett. The new street will be funded with $730,078 earmarked in federal highway legislation known as SAFETEA-LU and nearly $1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
