Yearly Archives: 2024

Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – All Star Break

The Pirates team, currently 48-48, faces fan scrutiny and pitching surplus. Considerations for draft picks, Paul Skenes’ extension, and playoff contention arise. Exciting baseball times in Pittsburgh.

MLB Draft Deep Dive: Utilizing Sim Scores for Player Comparisons – Joe Boyd

7-15-24 – By Joe Boyd – @Joe_Boyd11 on Twitter Fangraphs was a bit late to the game to update their MLB Draft rankings/scouting grades this year.  So the COMPS article is more of a retrospective look at the Bucco picks for the draft rather than a more speculative piece.   With the 9th overall pick, the Pittsburgh PiratesContinue reading “MLB Draft Deep Dive: Utilizing Sim Scores for Player Comparisons – Joe Boyd”

2024 MLB Draft Day 1 Lightning Recap

7-15-24 – By Corey Shrader – @CoreyShrader on X After months of lead up and a seemingly never ending stream of mock drafts, hypotheticals, and fan “wish lists,” Day 1 of the 2024 MLB Entry Draft has come and gone. On the first day of the event the Pittsburgh Pirates made three selections, picks 9, 37, &Continue reading “2024 MLB Draft Day 1 Lightning Recap”

Pirates/White Sox Series Recap

7/14/24 By Drew Cagle – @cagles_bagels on X The Pirates entered their final series before the All-Star break looking to continue positive momentum from a series win in Milwaukee. Facing the Chicago White Sox, who entered play with baseball’s lowest winning percentage, it was a series that the Bucs needed to take care of. FridayContinue reading “Pirates/White Sox Series Recap”

The Pittsburgh Pirates are .500 at the All Star Break, First Time Since 2016

The Pittsburgh Pirates have shown improvement, with strong pitching and a developing offense, bringing them to a .500 record. Despite needing help, they have potential for a playoff push.

Starter Spotlight: Ready To Shuster The Door With A Kuhl Sweep

7-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X That title is a reach but here we go. The Pirates finally broke through with their first 3-game win streak in over 4 months but can they get their first series sweep since March? Starting in what is probably an opener role for the White Sox today isContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Ready To Shuster The Door With A Kuhl Sweep”

Bubba Chandler and Termarr Johnson participate in MLB Futures Game

7-13-24 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X With Paul Skenes dominating MLB and starting for the National League in the 2024 All-Star Game, much of the focus has been on the 22-year old phenom, but alongside Bryan Reynolds, the duo aren’t the only members of the Pirates organization getting recognition during the All-StarContinue reading “Bubba Chandler and Termarr Johnson participate in MLB Futures Game”

Starter Spotlight: Flexin On Flexen

7-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With a series-opening victory last night, the Pirates will look to keep the momentum going this afternoon against Chris Flexen, who has struggled out of the White Sox rotation with a 4.95 ERA through 91 innings this season. A bit of a journeyman, Flexen, on his third teamContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Flexin On Flexen”

Should the Pirates Trade Aroldis Chapman Regardless of The Standings?

The Pirates may consider trading Chapman to strengthen the team, despite his value. Moving him could bring valuable additions, though it’s a complex decision.