According to a report on the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's web site, Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon has been fired. According to a source close to the team, the news is expected to become official Tuesday afternoon. The same source said Pirates bench coach Pete Mackanin will manage the team for the remainder of the season. In five years with the team, McClendon has never had a winning record. The Pirates are currently tied with the Colorado Rockies for the worst record in the National League.