The article discusses the ongoing struggles of the Pittsburgh Pirates, focusing on batting averages, player contracts, team prospects, and the NL Central landscape in baseball.
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Pirates Returning from Injury in 2025, and What to Expect from Each
The article discusses the recovery timelines and expectations for several injured players, emphasizing the uncertainty of their returns and the potential impact on their performance and team roles.
Believe it or Not, The Pirates Aren’t in a Bad Place
The Pittsburgh Pirates are poised for improvement in 2025, driven by young talent and a stronger rotation. While criticisms exist, the team’s growth appears promising despite past shortcomings.
Steel City Pirates Q&A Session – Ringing in the New Year
The discussion highlights Liover Peguero’s uncertain future with the Pirates amid roster challenges, potential shortstop and right field solutions, and various player developments, projecting both hope and caution for the team’s upcoming season.
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – New Year, Same Issues
Gary Morgan reflects on the Pirates’ team evolution, highlighting pitching strengths, player potentials, needed free agency additions, coaching evolution, and the realistic goals of their rebuild for future competitiveness.
The Pirates Positional Depth Chart
The article analyzes the Pittsburgh Pirates’ roster projections, focusing on position players and potential starters for the upcoming season, emphasizing the need for offensive improvements and strategic depth.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – All That’s Bright
12-23-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on X Today is Festivus, so of course we’re going to do some airing of grievances but let’s be real, complaining for Pirates fans is certainly not a one day event. Instead of one musical act today, we’re just going to use this list to double as my top 5Continue reading “Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – All That’s Bright”
Nick Gonzales, Starting Second Baseman?
12-17-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on X When you talk about the holes this team needs to fill, everyone seems to cede second base to Nick Gonzales. Some are full throated about how excited they are to see him take another step and cement his role. Others are willing to see him as the starter,Continue reading “Nick Gonzales, Starting Second Baseman?”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Say it Ain’t So
12-16-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter This week, one of the bigger bands of the 90’s, Weezer. And they’ve managed to stick around and stay relevant too. I’ve always attributed this to how uncomfortable with fame certain members of the band are, people who don’t want fame tend to do better when they getContinue reading “Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Say it Ain’t So”
Trying to Find Power That Might Be Available in a Trade
The post outlines potential trade targets for the Pirates, assessing players’ availability, fit, and risks, emphasizing the importance of realistic acquisitions and strategic choices.
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