The Pirates return home to PNC Park for the second homestand of the season as they play host to the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs for three games each.
Zambelli Fireworks Night will highlight this homestand on Friday, April 21; the Pirates 5K/10K Home Run will take place on the North Shore on Saturday, April 22; and Kids Day is scheduled for Sunday, April 23.
Friday, April 21, 2017-Pirates vs. New York Yankees (7:05 p.m.)
* Zambelli Fireworks Night: Fans are encouraged to stay in their seats immediately following the game and enjoy an amazing fireworks display presented by Zambelli Fireworks International, courtesy of 93.7 The Fan.
* Chick-fil-A on Federal: Pirates partner Chick-fil-A will be on Federal Street pregame distributing their famous chicken sandwiches to Pirates fans.
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - Pirates vs. New York Yankees (4:05 p.m.)
* Free Shirt Saturday: The Pirates popular Free Shirt days are back in 2017 as the first 20,000 fans, with paid admission, will receive a Pirates tee presented by Point Park University.
* Scratch and Win: Everyone is a winner with the special Scratch 'n Win presented by Eat 'n Park. All fans will receive a scratch-off ticket upon entering PNC Park with an opportunity to win one of several great prizes.
* Pirates 5K/10K Home Run: Today, the Pirates will host the Pittsburgh Pirates Home Run 5K/10K presented by Allegheny Health Network and Highmark, and the Chick-fil-A® One Mile Family Fun Run. The event, benefitting Pirates Charities, will be held this morning on Pittsburgh's North Shore, with the 5K and 10K beginning together at 7:30 a.m. and the Family Fun Run beginning at 8:30 a.m. The run/walk will start on Federal Street and finish inside PNC Park. More than 5,000 participants of all ages and abilities will take part. The top finishers from each category will be recognized in a pre-game on-field ceremony on Sunday, May 7. The No. 1 Pirates Fan - The participant with the most festive Pirates attire - will win a customized jersey and two complimentary tickets to today's game. For complete race details, including finishing times, log on to pirates.com/5Khomerun.
Sunday, April 23, 2017 - Pirates vs. New York Yankees (1:35 p.m.) -- Kids Day
* Pitch for Hope: The Pitch for Hope Women's Baseball Clinic is a unique on-field experience led by the Pirates coaching staff. Participants will learn hitting, pitching, fielding and more. After the clinic, participants and their guests will enjoy a private brunch. Tickets are $85 and include the baseball clinic, a pregame brunch, game tickets and a Pitch for Hope tote bag. For complete information and to order tickets visit pirates.com/pitchforhope.
* Kids Day: Come down early and join the fun as the #1 Cochran Family Fun Zone will be open on Federal Street from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lined up outside PNC Park will be inflatable rides, face painting, information about the Bucaroos Kids Club, presented by Chick-fil-A and more.
* Kids Water Bottle: Today, all kids ages 14 and younger, with paid admission, will receive a kids water bottle, presented by Allegheny Health Network Transplant Institute.
* God Bless America: Today members of the Pittsburgh Opera's cast of "The Summer King," the story of Josh Gibson, will sing God Bless America during the seventh inning stretch.
* 50/50 Raffle: Today's Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffle, presented by Rivers Casino, will benefit the Pittsburgh Opera's "The Summer King." Proceeds donated to the Pittsburgh Opera will benefit local students, who otherwise may not have the opportunity, to attend a performance of The Summer King at no charge.
* Kids Run the Bases: Kids attending today's game are invited to stick around after to run the bases on the field at PNC Park with the Kids Run the Bases, presented by the Original Pizza Logs.
Monday, April 24, 2017 - Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs (7:05 p.m.)
* Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar: Tonight the Pirates will honor Jeffrey Onyeador, Class of 2020 Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholar. The Bowie, Maryland native is currently a freshman at the University of Pittsburgh. The Jackie Robison Foundation Scholarship is granted to students who have demonstrated high academic achievement, a commitment to community service, strong leadership ability, and a desire to influence the world. The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) is a national, not‐for‐profit (501c3) organization that perpetuates the memory of American hero Jackie Robinson by addressing the achievement gap in higher education and, soon, through the Jackie Robinson Museum. For more information, visit JackieRobinson.org.
* Pirates Diverse Business Partners Award: Tonight, in honor of Jackie Robinson's legacy, the Pirates are proud to honor Hillary Lewis, Founder and CEO of Lumi Organics, with the 11th Annual Jackie Robinson Most Valuable Diverse Business Partner Award. The award recognizes those minority-owned diverse business partners who continue the legacy of Jackie Robinson.
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 - Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs (7:05 p.m.)
* Children's Institute Visit: Today, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Pirates players, coaches and staff will visit with patients and students at the Children's Institute of Pittsburgh.
* Pups in the Park: Fans can enjoy Bucco baseball with their pooch as the Pirates present one of 13 Pup Nights, presented by Rachael Ray Nutrish, at PNC Park. Each ticket package (1 person & 1 dog) costs just $35 with additional human tickets available for $35 each. A portion of the proceeds benefit local animal shelters and seats are limited and subject to availability. For complete information, visit pirates.com/pups. Tonight's Pup Night ticket package includes a free Pirates branded ball thrower dog toy.
* Pirates Play Ball Team of the Game: Today is the Pirates first in a season-long initiative honoring a youth baseball/softball team(s) of the game. Tonight the Pirates will honor the high school baseball and softball teams of Holy Family Academy on the field in a pregame ceremony. This season Pirates Charities and Dick's Sporting Goods partnered to provide uniforms and equipment to the Academy's new program.
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs (7:05 p.m.)
* University Night with Slippery Rock University: Tonight is a Pirates University Night with Slippery Rock University. All fans who purchase University Night tickets will receive a ticket in one of two special sections and a free Pirates/Slippery Rock University hat. This season the Pirates will host University Nights on select Wednesday dates. Students, alumni and fans of local universities are invited to cheer on the Pirates together at PNC Park. For complete information and a list of the 2017 University Nights visit pirates.com/universitynights.
* Happy Birthday Phil: Tonight the Pirates will celebrate a special birthday as PNC Park usher Phil Coyne will turn 99. Phil has ushered Pirates games since 1936 at Forbes Field and tonight Pirates president Frank Coonelly will join Phil on the field in a pregame ceremony at PNC Park.
* Wine Night: Tonight is a Wine Tasting Night at PNC Park. For just $70 fans receive a ticket in a luxury suite, an invite to a pregame wine tasting in Club 3000, and more. For complete information and to order tickets visit pirates.com/winenights.
Thursday, April 27, 2017- Off-Day
* Sporting Clays Event: Pirates Charities and Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting will host the ninth annual Pirates Charities Sporting Clays Invitational. Participants at this event have the unique opportunity to spend the day with current and former Pirates players, broadcasters and front office executives while enjoying the Sporting Clays complex at scenic Seven Springs Mountain Resort. Most importantly, participants support the work of Pirates Charities through this annual fundraiser.
Spring Pass
The 2017 Pirates Spring Ballpark Pass ticket plan, the mobile-only fan value package, is now available for spring 2017. Designed for on-the-go fans looking for the ultimate value early in the season, the Pirates Spring Pass is available only on mobile devices through the MLB.com Ballpark App and is based upon availability. The Pirates Spring Ballpark Pass, accessible via the MLB.com Ballpark App, guarantees fans tickets to the remaining 21 home games in April and May. Ticket locations will vary from game-to-game based on availability. Packages are limited and available now at pirates.com/SpringPass.
Wins for Kids
Pirates Charities, Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle and his wife, Karla, announced the return of the "Wins for Kids" fundraising campaign for the 2017 season, in partnership with ROOT SPORTS™. The program is now in its seventh season of raising funds for Pirates Charities and The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh's center for Prader-Willi Syndrome, through donations from fans and supporters. The Wins for Kids program encourages fans to contribute with a one-time donation for 2017 or monetary pledges for each Pirates win throughout the season. Fans who donate to the program will receive a variety of exciting incentives. For complete information, visit Pirates.com/WinsforKids.
Pirates Season Ticket Plans
Full Season, 41-game and 20-game season ticket memberships are available for the 2017 season. Full and partial-season ticket plans feature exclusive benefits including membership experiences, guaranteed seats for the biggest games, discounted ticket prices, plus much more. For more information regarding purchasing a season ticket plan, call 1-800-BUY-BUCS or visit pirates.com/tickets.
Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffles
The Pirates Charities 50/50 Raffle, supported by Rivers Casino, is back for the 2017 season. The 50/50 Raffles will take place during each Pirates home game throughout the season. Raffle ticket prices are three (3) tickets for $5, 10 tickets for $10 and 40 tickets for $20 with all proceeds benefiting Pirates Charities. Raffle ticket sales close after the last out in the sixth inning. The winning number will be drawn and announced in the 8th inning and the winner will receive 50 percent of the total pot. Winning numbers will also be posted on pirates.com/5050raffle within three business days.
Ballpark App
The Ballpark app for iPhone and Android smartphones is the official MLB ballpark phone app for PNC Park. The app compliments and personalizes your trips to PNC Park with mobile check-ins, social media, offers, promotions and exclusive content.
Entering its sixth season, Ballpark delivers fully intuitive integration of locally focused technology with a league-wide feature set, including team customization, exclusive video highlights, seat and experience upgrade capabilities; MyTickets Mobile for in-app ticket management, delivery and storage of every ticket sold and content integration with ballpark video screens.
2017 Bucaroos Kids Club
The Bucaroos Kids Club, presented by Chick-fil-A, is open to all kids ages 14 and younger. The club offers special member-only benefits and has two great membership options-one of which is free. Fans can visit pirates.com/bucaroos to learn more about the different membership options and how to earn free game ticket vouchers, great gear and access to our exclusive Rewards Program.
Current BKC members can pick up their silver membership packets at the BKC table located on the sidewalk on Federal Street in between PNC Bank and the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame entrance.
Hunt Auctions Kiosk
Located on the main concourse behind section 125, the Hunt Auctions kiosk is your one and only source for game-used and autographed items at PNC Park. Stop by to own your piece of the 2017 Pirates season, or check out our new autographed and game-used products featuring Gerrit Cole, Josh Bell, Tyler Glasnow, Andrew McCutchen and more. Game-used bases from the Pirates series vs. the New York Yankees will also be available, while supplies last, at the Hunt Kiosk or by emailing Authentics@pirates.com.
10-Pack
New Sheetz 10-Game MTO Plans are now available with benefits such as the best prices and seating locations and Pirates Postseason ticket presale opportunities. Choose from the 2017 Sheetz 10-Game MTO Plan with the flexibility to personalize your plan that features choices for six promotional giveaway dates, including three bobblehead dates. For more information regarding purchasing a Sheetz 10-Game MTO Plan, call 1-800-BUY-BUCS or visit pirates.com/10packs.
Fan Values
* Giant Eagle Advantage Card: The Pirates and Giant Eagle partner to offer fans a chance to save up to $10 on tickets for Sunday thru Thursday home games. Visit pirates.com/advantagecard for more details.
* PNC Bank Pirates Card: The Pirates and PNC Bank team up to offer discounted tickets for select games at PNC Park. Fans can use their PNC Bank Pirates card and save $5 PLUS get $5 in Loaded Value on select games throughout the season (excluding Opening Day, the New York Yankees series and select games in June and July)! For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/pnccheckcard.
* Sugardale All You Can Eat: The All You Can Eat Seats, presented by Sugardale, are a popular way to enjoy a game in Sections 201 through 205. Tickets include all the hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos, salads, popcorn, peanuts, peanut butter-filled pretzels, ice cream and soda you can handle for one low price -- and there are dedicated All You Can Eat concession stands with a speed line approach. Please visit pirates.com/allyoucaneat for tickets and pricing.
* DICK'S Scorecard: Score exclusive savings of up to $10 off select Sunday thru Thursday regular season Pirates games with your DICK'S Sporting Goods ScoreCard. For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/scorecard.
* Port Authority ConnectCard: Get specially-priced tickets with your Port Authority ConnectCard! Save up to $10 this season on Sunday thru Thursday games at PNC Park. For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/connectcard.
For a complete list of the 2017 Pirates promotions and special events, visit pirates.com/promotions.
Pirates Return to PNC Park for the Second Homestand of the Season
The Pirates return home to PNC Park for the second homestand of the season as they play host to the New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs for three games each.
April 20th, 2017