6-16-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter It’s a fine line between Phenom and flame out, especially for fans. Personally, I expect to feel just about every range of emotion a fan can have during a rookie season, hell, I expect it for the first 2 or 3 seasons with most guys. Jared Jones isContinue reading “Jared Jones is Having a Rookie Season, not Regressing”
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The Pirates Patience is Unpopular with Fans, but Sometimes it’s Necessary
6-15-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter I’m as impatient as the next guy. You may not see me tweet or post on Facebook every time a hitter stares at strike three over the heart, but if they ever get that future downfall of society brain implant thing that instantly sends our thoughts out, well,Continue reading “The Pirates Patience is Unpopular with Fans, but Sometimes it’s Necessary”
Series Preview: Pirates (32-36) at Rockies (24-44)
6-14-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on X The Rockies enter just about every season as a bit of an enigma. They almost always have a couple exiting young players. They almost always have some long in the tooth veterans. And while their record every bit says they should be one of the few ready to consider themselvesContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (32-36) at Rockies (24-44)”
Things I Got Wrong on the Pirates Before 2024 Started
Gary Morgan reflects on failed predictions regarding the Pirates’ performance, expressing surprise at unexpected successes and disappointments in the team’s season. The NL Central division also defies expectations.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Three Series Wins in a Row
Gary Morgan discusses Derek Shelton’s performance amid criticisms, Braxton Ashcraft’s promotion to AAA, Rowdy Tellez’s resurgence, the Pirates’ dual timelines, Henry Davis and Jack Suwinski’s struggles.
The Pirates are Winning Baseball Games, Despite Their Warts
In recent coverage of the Pirates, there is more focus on shaping fans’ emotions than on the team’s performance. Despite challenges, they show promise, especially with elite starting pitching and potential for improvement. It’s a tough season, but not without hope.
Series Preview: Twins (33-29) at Pirates (29-33)
In 2024, the AL and NL Central divisions lack “super” teams. The AL’s Guardians and NL’s Brewers lead their divisions. Many teams hover around .500, with only 5 teams out of contention. The Pirates and Twins are in the middle with no impact deals likely soon. The Twins’ Carlos Santana is showing improvement, while the Pirates’ Nick Gonzales is performing exceptionally. Byron Buxton’s current form may benefit the rival teams. Connor Joe’s recent performance raises concerns. Injuries affect the Pirates’ rotation, with uncertainty surrounding Henry Davis and the upcoming game strategy.
The Pirates are Better than Last Year? The GM Says They Are.
Ben Cherington expressed optimism about the Pirates’ improvement in 2024. While acknowledging areas for growth, he expects the team to contend for a Wild Card spot and deliver results.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – This Offense Drastically Leans to One Side
The Pirates are entering a challenging stretch, with Henry Davis and Bryan Reynolds showing improvements. But questions remain about pitcher Jose Hernandez and the team’s need for a winning streak.
The Pirates Lack Urgency. What Does that Mean Anyway?
The lack of urgency in a team’s decisions has sparked debates among fans and experts. Urgency should lead to smart decisions, not impulsive swaps for inadequate players.
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