The Pirates mourn the loss of our good friend and alumni, Bruce Kison. Bruce was a large part of those great 1970s Pirates teams and is perhaps best known for his gutty six and a third innings of scoreless relief in the first World Series night game on October 13, 1971, as he helped lead the club to our fourth World Championship. Bruce has been a beloved member of the Pirates family long after his playing and coaching days were over, and most recently joined Clint Hurdle and his staff in spring training as a special instructor. Bruce will always be remembered as a great part of the Pittsburgh Pirates organization and it’s a sad day for all of us. Our deepest condolences go out to his wife, Anna Marie, as well as his entire family and friends.