By way of open letter to Pirates fans, Pirates President Travis Williams today announced a program giving Pirates fans who donated to the original Bucco Brick program an opportunity to receive a complimentary commemorative replica of their brick.

The team is offering the commemorative replica bricks while plans for a new permanent display showcasing all the original messages are being finalized. To receive a replica brick, original donors are asked to visit www.pirates.com/buccobricks and complete the form.

Williams stressed that this process is in addition to the new display of Bucco Bricks currently being developed, and that fans should rest assured that all original messages will return to PNC Park.

“I know how meaningful the messages and tributes are. We respect that. We appreciate that,” Williams wrote in his letter. “We are, and have always been, absolutely committed to ensuring these special messages and
tributes live on permanently at PNC Park.”

This is the third time that the Pirates had to replace the bricks due to cracking, wear and tear, and uneven surface areas presenting safety hazards. In his letter, Williams stressed the need for a more lasting display.

“We have expedited the development of that new permanent display showcasing these messages in a manner that is worthy of their deep personal meaning,” Williams added.

The team president also noted that both the complimentary replica bricks, and the forthcoming display at PNC Park, are part of an ongoing effort to show fans how much they mean to the Pirates organization.

“My hope is that, through our actions, you will be assured that we appreciate you and we care about you,” Williams wrote.