Bucco Bricks return as plaques at PNC Park
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The Pirate Plaques now up on the outdoor walls of PNC Park. Photo: Ryan Deto/Axios
Those missing their Bucco Bricks can now find the messages on plaques at PNC Park.
Why it matters: The Pirates removed fans' engraved bricks last year — which temporarily caused controversy — before announcing they would replace the commemorative messages first installed as sidewalk blocks when PNC Park was built 25 years ago.
Driving the news: The plaques are ready in time for the home opener on Friday, Pirates president Travis Williams told reporters on Tuesday.
- They are made from locally forged bronze and span PNC Park's outside walls on General Robinson Street and Mazeroski Way.
Between the lines: Williams said the plaques are easier for fans to find and take selfies with.
What else is new at PNC Park
🚿 The player's locker room was upgraded with a new paint job, carpet, saunas and showers.
🍕 Several food kiosks will offer grab-and-go food to help fans avoid long lines.
⚾️ Fans can purchase game-used souvenirs like baseballs, bats and jerseys at the Pirates Authentics store near Pop's Plaza.
🏴☠️ The Pirates Clubhouse Store added 85,000 square feet, and will sell more player's jerseys, some generic Pittsburgh merch like a Pierogi Blitz shirt ($49), bigger Pirates Pierogies plushies ($14), and new gear honoring recently inducted Hall of Famer Dave Parker, like a jacket with a portrait on the lining ($189).