98-64 (.605)
Manager
General Manager
President
Team Owner
Ballpark
Attendance
1,435,454 total
17,722 per game
17,722 per game
1979 Draft Picks
Round
Pick
Player
2
42
Scott Fiepke P
3
68
Scott Kuvinka 3B
5
120
Conner McGehee OF
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1979 World Series, Game 7: Pirates at Baltimore Orioles - - -...
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The Pirates and Orioles head back to Memorial Stadium for Game 6 of the 1979...
1979 World Series, Game 6: Pirates at Baltimore Orioles / The Pirates and Orioles head back to Memorial Stadium for Game 6 of the 1979 World Series.
Oct 14, 1979
Chuck Tanner’s Pirates come into Game 5 of the 1979 World Series vs the Orioles...
1979 World Series Game 5 / Chuck Tanner’s Pirates come into Game 5 of the 1979 World Series vs the Orioles down 3-1 and looking to force a game 6.
On September 30, 1979, the Chicago Cubs met the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium...
1979-Sep-30 • CHC/PIT • Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates - Clinch - Radio Broadcast / On September 30, 1979, the Chicago Cubs met the Pittsburgh Pirates at Three Rivers Stadium in a game that would determine the fate of the Pirates' season. Coming into the game, the Pirates had a magic number of one to clinify the National League East title, meaning a win against the Cubs would secure their place in the postseason. The Pirates were having a stellar season, with players like Willie Stargell and Dave Parker leading the charge. The Cubs, on the other hand, were struggling to find their footing, but still posed a significant threat with their roster that included the likes of Bruce Sutter and Bill Buckner. This game wasn't just about securing a playoff spot, but also about the Pirates proving their dominance in the league.
The 1979 season was historic for the Pirates as they would go on to win the World Series, with Stargell picking up the NL MVP and World Series MVP awards. This game, therefore, holds a pivotal place in that narrative. The Cubs, despite their struggles, were no easy opponent, and the tension of the game was palpable on the radio broadcast. The stakes were high, the air was thick with anticipation, and the game was set to be a memorable one.
