Pittsburgh Pirates
Championships: 5
Team Collectibility Rating: 8.0
Overview
The long tradition and history of the Pittsburgh Pirates presents plenty of opportunities for collectors. The team has been home to some of the games all-time great players in Roberto Clemente and Honus Wagner. Wagner alone presents a myriad of hobbyĀ options, particularly for those collectors with deep pockets.Ā The resurgent youth movement that saw the club return to the post-season, also provides prospectors, rookie card and team collectors with the perfect opportunity to start investing in the team's top prospects.
Founded in 1882, it didn't take long for the team to become competitive and they played in the very first World Series in 1903. Despite losing to Boston, five games to three, the team retooled and eventually claimed their first championship in 1909.
Through the 1920's, the team addedĀ two additional National League pennants and a World Series championshipĀ before the organization struggled through decades of futility. However, the Pirates returned to the World Series in 1960 and won in seven games thanks to one of the most memorable moments in World Series history. The Pirates and Yankees were tied in the ninthĀ inning of gameĀ seven when Bill Mazeroski homered to seal the team's third overallĀ World Series title.
The 1970s delivered two more World Series victories, thanks in large part to Willie Stargell and Dave Parker. The chemistry exhibited by the 1979 team in particular, earned the club the moniker, "We Are Family," after the disco hit of the era. Free agency, low attendance, and some mistakes in the draft had an adverse impact on the team for several years following their 1979 World Series win.
Today, the club has been rebuilt from the ground up with a heavy emphasis on identifying, recruiting and acquiring top prospects via the draft and trades. With a core group of players thatĀ is anchored byĀ MLB standout Andrew McCutchen, the organization has once again put themselves into contention for the Fall Classic.
Collectors have plenty of options when it comes to merchandise and collectibles for the Pittsburgh Pirates. UsingĀ the tabs above, check out the top PiratesĀ players to collect,Ā top merchandise and jersey options, autograph guide, game tickets and the most watched Pittsburgh PiratesĀ cards and memorabiliaĀ on eBay.
TTM Autographs
Another option for collectors looking to get autographs is TTM or "Through the Mail."Ā A complete guide to the process can be seen here:Ā How toĀ Get (Almost) Free Autographs Through the Mail.
Although the results are never guaranteed, Pittsburgh PiratesĀ fans looking to take advantage of this can try their luck with current players and coaches using the following address:
"Insert Specific Player/Coach/Executive"
c/oĀ Pittsburgh Pirates
115 FederalĀ St
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaĀ 15212
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Fan Gear
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Jerseys & GearĀ Guide
Looking for something to support your team? There are tons of options for Pittsburgh PiratesĀ fans across all budgets. Normal retail price ranges are noted when available. View a complete breakdown of the jersey options using ourĀ detailed MLBĀ jersey guide.
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Jersey Guide
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Pittsburgh PiratesĀ T-Shirts & Hats
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Cards
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Baseball Card Guide
The Pittsburgh PiratesĀ present a strong numberĀ of card options for collectors. View cards for the top formerĀ and current members of the PiratesĀ below.
Top Former Players & Coaches
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Other All-Time GreatĀ Pittsburgh Pirates
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Lloyd Waner, Vern Law, Arky Vaughan, Dick Groat, Bill Madlock, Max Carey, Doug Drabek, Jason Kendall, Brian Giles, Jason Bay, John Candeleraia, Dick Stuart
Top Current Players &Ā Prospects
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Autographs
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Autograph Guide
When shopping for autographed items, it is highly recommended to only purchased signed pieces that have been authenticatedĀ by a reputable company. Top options include PSA, JSA, Mounted Memories, UDA, Panini Authentic and Tristar.
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Signed Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Photographs
Signed Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Jerseys
Signed Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Balls
Signed Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Bats
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Tickets
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Game Tickets
If you are looking for tickets to see the Pittsburgh PiratesĀ play, it might be an overwhelming experience. Luckily for fans, MLBĀ teams play a ton of games, all over the country. After selecting a specific game, the first thing to decide is how much you want to spend and where you want to sit in the stadium.
From there, it can get messy given all the choices for purchasing tickets. With that in mind, we have complied the best options for buying tickets. Simply follow the links below to each ticket source forĀ available Pittsburgh PiratesĀ tickets.Ā Be aware that the MLBĀ regular season basicallyĀ runs from AprilĀ to the end of September. TheĀ playoffs continueĀ until late October.
Hot List
Pittsburgh PiratesĀ Hot List
Check out the most watched Pittsburgh PiratesĀ cards, gear and memorabiliaĀ on eBay. The guide is constantly updated with real-time information, so bookmark this page for future reference.
More Info
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