The N.C. Museum of History is hosting its first Pirate Fest this weekend, featuring all kinds of pirate-related activities - from sword fights to swashbuckling games to a chance to "meet" Captain ...

When most people imagine a pirate, they picture actor Johnny Depp playing the mad but likable swashbuckler Jack Sparrow, captain of the sailing ship the Black Pearl. Depp’s pirate portrayal was ...

The Pittsburgh Pirates have not had success over the past decade, having not appeared in the postseason since 2015. However, landing generational superstar Paul Skenes with the first overall pick in ...

Jean Lafitte was no Captain Jack Sparrow. He was a ruthless smuggler and privateer who secured a presidential pardon for his role in the War of 1812's decisive battle at New Orleans. The Lafitte of ...

PITTSBURGH — Left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco took the MLB mound for first time with the Pittsburgh Pirates, making franchise history in the process. Barco joined the Pirates on Sept. 23, as they ...

History presents the Whydah Gally's crew as swashbuckling sailors who looted a fortune before perishing in a storm. But before its days of piracy, the ship played a role in the transatlantic slave ...

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes had an historic 2025 season and earned his first honor, recoginizing his performances on the mound. Baseball Digest named their award winners for ...