7/23/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter With a chance to win their first series in over 3 weeks, sending All-Star Mitch Keller to face former Pirate and struggling southpaw, Tyler Anderson, seemed like a favorable matchup for Pittsburgh. Unfortunately, there have been very few favorable days for the Bucs this season – though,Continue reading “Keller Struggles Again as Pirates Lose 7-5 (43-56)”
Monthly Archives: July 2023
Two guys Talkin’ Trades – Spare Parts
In the offseason the Bucs added some free agents to fill some holes. Thing is, only one of those free agents had any control. And ironically, he didn’t make it out of spring training as Jarlin Garcia hasn’t even gripped a ball since his injury.
Minor League News and Brews: Pirates MLB Draft Recap And Future Prospect Rankings
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-h89kg-145ebbe Craig attempts to explain the differences between the over slot discussion after the 2021 MLB Draft and the one that just took place; while explaining where the “extra money” could still go. He also takes a look at how the Pirates Prospect Rankings will change with the recent promotions and upcoming additions. Craig TothContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Pirates MLB Draft Recap And Future Prospect Rankings”
Hump Day Pirates Q&A
When you look at your team as currently constructed and pretend you just got back from Germany and are looking at the roster for the first time, you don’t know the record, you don’t know how inept they look at the plate, my guess is on paper, you’d think something like, finally, this looks like a better roster.
You might even think they should score some more runs.
The Pirates Continuous Free Fall Frustrations
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ipzc2-145b89d Craig and Chris sit down to try to talk Pirates Fans through the obvious frustrations that they are feeling about the state of the team at this point in the season, as well as where they are in the rebuild. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, andContinue reading “The Pirates Continuous Free Fall Frustrations”
Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)
7/17/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following another series loss – a sweep, no less – Pirates decided to make some changes [maybe they DO read our post game recaps] as they called up previously announced Quinn Priester, but also Liover Pegeuro and Endy Rodriguez. Hosting Cleveland Guardians to start the week, PriesterContinue reading “Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – More Kids
The Pirates have played poor baseball. They’ve been injured, they’ve underperformed, they’ve even just flat out kicked a baseball right at the wrong time.
One thing they haven’t done is completely bungle a rebuild.
Not yet.
Bullpen Struggles Continue As Bucs Swept, Lose 8-4 (41-52)
7/16/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The old quote of “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results” really seems to hit home when a scuffling offense with clear areas of struggle sees no change after the All Star Break. Austin Hedges caught two gamesContinue reading “Bullpen Struggles Continue As Bucs Swept, Lose 8-4 (41-52)”
Minor League News And Brews: Pirates Prospect Promotion Parade
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-m4bjx-14574cc In this statistic heavy episode, Craig looks at the promotions that have been made throughout the Pirates Organization, as well as how each of the prospects have performed at their new levels. Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan; especially when it comes toContinue reading “Minor League News And Brews: Pirates Prospect Promotion Parade”
The Pirates Pick(s) And The Motivation Behind It
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9ur3u-1453d98 Craig and Chris sit down to talk about the Pirates selection of Paul Skenes at 1:1, the reason he was the best choice and how he fits into the continuing build of a competitive ball club. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins his buddy ChrisContinue reading “The Pirates Pick(s) And The Motivation Behind It”
Steel City Pirates 