Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates, a privately owned entity headquartered in the US, was founded in 1887. The organization employs approximately 980 individuals and offers sports tickets, merchandise, and sponsorship opportunities. The company operates as an American professional baseball team based in Pittsburgh, competing in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) Central Division. Founded as part of the American Association in 1881 under the name the Allegheny Base Ball Club of Pittsburgh, the club joined the National League in 1887 and was a member of the National League East from 1969 through 1993. The Pirates have won five World Series championships, nine National League pennants, nine National League East division titles and made three appearances in the Wild Card Game.