Danielle K

hi there!

[Clint Hurdle @ClintHurdle13]

I kept this story in my pocket for a long time....

In Pittsburgh, September 15th is Roberto Clemente Day.

Every year the whole organization fans out across the city. It's like Christmas. Roberto's family is there, Vera and the boys.

My first year as manager was 2011. We celebrated. We shook hands and moved on.
We didn't win.

19 consecutive losing seasons.

2012 rolls around. Same day, same celebration. We had another losing season, our 20th consecutive.

After the ceremony, Roberto Jr. walked over.

"My mom wants to talk to you."

We went into the dugout. Me, Vera, and her three sons.

She spoke in Spanish. I played four years of winter ball so I understood enough. She wasn't angry, but she was passionate. And I kept hearing Roberto's number come up.

Roberto Jr. translated.

"My mother wants you to know that there cannot be a 21st losing season. That was Roberto's number. It would be a disgrace to his legacy."

She was staring right at me.

Before I could even think about what to say, words came out of my mouth:
"I promise you, Vera. That won't happen."

Roberto Jr. looked at me and said, "You made my mom a promise. I hope you can keep it."

I said, "I hope I can keep it too."

I didn't tell my coaches. I didn't tell the players. I told my wife. That was it.

The next year, 2013, we broke the consecutive seasons losing streak. Ended it at 20.

On Roberto Clemente Day that September, Vera came walking across that field.

And I probably got one of the most meaningful hugs I've ever received in my life.

The players did all the heavy lifting. I just got the hug.

Some promises are worth making before you know if you can keep them.

@Pirates

[Mike Junko @CoachJunko_USC]

This kid is loved by his coaches and his teammates. So many great memories wrapped up in those 5,478 yards. Congrats @EthanHellmann . Well earned young man. 🐐 🏈

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@USCstats And then BP scores! Thank goodness for a big run for a TD our next possession!

[22 The Point @22ThePoint]

THE BRYCE IS RIGHT‼️💸
@EthanHellmann ➡️ @BryceJones2026 ➡️ 49-YARD TD 💪

@UpperStClairFB @CoachJunko_USC @WPIAL_Insider @KevMccabeFball

[MLB @MLB]

Once upon a time, Jack Wilson caught a first pitch from his 4-year-old son Jacob.

Tonight in Pittsburgh, it was Jacob's turn to catch his dad's first pitch ❤️

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@UpperStClairFB @prospectmedia_ Any chance for highlight reel of Hellman’s TD pass to Jones?

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@DuqWBB I just wanted to say Thank You for offering the Girls in sports event today before the game. Also, having the team sign autographs after the game was great! My girls loved it. Also, props to the team for actually thanking my daughters for coming!

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

Perfect shirt! #Alwaysbeapotato #kennywood @Kenny_Kangaroo

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@MaytagCare washer is just 3 years old and left me high and soaking wet!! Full tub, no power, locked door!! Grrrr.

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@CoachJunko_USC Great season Coach! We all know these kids belong in the playoffs!

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@walmarthelp Sent

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@Walmart your pickup lately has taken at least half an hour. Over 25 cars at Tarentum PA store waiting for orders. Line growing waiting for spots and one car has left in 30 minutes. Do better.

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@mybarenature do you know you have a spelling error on your label for peach tea? You have orchid (the flower) instead of orchard (fruit forest).

[Buffalo Bills @BuffaloBills]

Damar Hamlin FaceTimed into our team meeting today to talk to players and coaches.

What he said to the team: “Love you boys.” ❤️

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@UpperStClairFB Congrats!

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@JanePitt Congrats Ginny. I am happy that you finally got to witness it and cross it off your bucket list!

[Brooks Soccer @Brooksbsoccer]

Our first senior spotlight is Connor O'Neill from North Andover. He's been a part of our team since his sophomore. Connor is our right back and started soccer when he was three years old!

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@UpperStClairFB Refs 14- USC 13
Refs need to get control of this game.

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@XfinitySupport Sent

[Danielle K @pghdandi]

@XfinitySupport been without internet and tv for over 72 hours. I can’t talk to anyone on phone or chat. What is estimate when I will get it back? People work at home and rely on WiFi and you can’t tel me when it will come back? So annoying! Please help! Zip is 15068