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‘Like something out of a movie’: Cutch flashes back to 2013 Wild Card Game on 6-1-1 Podcast

Andrew McCutchen revisited the electric atmosphere of the 2013 National League Wild Card Game in a recent appearance on the *6-1-1* podcast, calling the scene inside PNC Park 'like something out of a movie.' The Pirates outfielder recalled how the team and fans united behind a bold strategy: a sea of black in the stands, inspired by catcher Michael McKenry’s idea to rally support before the matchup against the Cincinnati Reds. McCutchen described the pregame energy as transformative, noting the stadium’s deafening roar—far louder than any college or NFL game he’d experienced—after seeing the fan turnout from the Roberto Clemente Bridge.

The Pirates’ victory, fueled by Russell Martin’s game-sealing hit, cemented the moment as one of the most unforgettable in MLB history, with McCutchen crediting the collective effort to engage fans as a turning point in the team’s mentality. The conversation also touched on McCutchen’s 18-year career, including reflections with fellow NL MVPs Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins on the one-game Wild Card format’s unique pressure and excitement.

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