...the score 1-all, Warren Morris doubled with one out in the ninth off loser Todd Rizzo. Aramis Ramirez walked and Mike Benjamin lined a game-winning single off the glove of third baseman Corey Koskie and into left field. Winner Mike Garcia...

...put runners on first and second with one out in the ninth. However, former Twins starter LaTroy Hawkins retired Mike Benjamin and Warren Morris on fly balls for his fourth save in as many chances. It was a fitting loss for the Pirates, who...

...Dave Hollins, 1b; Robert Person, rhp; Dan Plesac, lhp; Todd Pratt, c; Mike Timlin, rhp. PITTSBURGH (5) -- Mike Benjamin, 3b; Brian Boehringer, rhp; Darren Lewis, of; Keith Osik, c; Ron Villone, lhp. ST. LOUIS (8) -- Andy...

...Cleveland Indians. Optioned RHP Dan Murray to Norfolk of the International League. PITTSBURGH PIRATES--Activated INF Mike Benjamin from the 15-day disabled list. Designated INF-OF Freddy Garcia for assignment. Released OF Turner Ward. BASKETBALL...

...lasted just four innings. Pirates 9, Phillies 2 Rookie Jimmy Anderson allowed only three hits in eight innings and Mike Benjamin drove in three runs as Pittsburgh beat Philadelphia at home. Anderson (3-5) had his second straight solid start...

...Optioned OF Milton Bradley to Ottawa of the International League. PITTSBURGH PIRATES--Agreed to terms with INF Mike Benjamin on a two-year contract extension. Activated SS Enrique Wilson from the 15-day disabled list. SAN DIEGO PADRES...