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Bucs Add to Rotation with World Series Winning Southpaw

12-19-23 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Pirates added another piece to their rotation as they signed southpaw Martín Pérez to a 1-year, $8M contract pending physical. After spending most of his career with the Texas Rangers over two separate stints, Pérez will look to rebound from a mediocre 2023 season after an All-Star year inContinue reading “Bucs Add to Rotation with World Series Winning Southpaw”

My Huddle with Hurdle

11-27-23 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X This past week, I had the great good fortune to get to sit down and talk with former Bucs skipper, Clint Hurdle, to talk about his baseball career – both on the field and in the clubhouse – as he overcame a number of obstacles overContinue reading “My Huddle with Hurdle”

Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)

10/1/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Last game of the season and both teams were ready for the season to be over – though, arguably, for different reasons as the Bucs head into an October spent on the couch while the Marlins look forward to just the franchise’s fourth postseason appearance. Andre JacksonContinue reading “Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)”

Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)

9/24/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The late night excitement from the comeback win was still palpable early on in the game today as Quinn Priester looked to keep the momentum going against southpaw Brandon Williamson. It was a bit of a pitching duel early on today as these two combined to allowContinue reading “Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)”

Some Solid Pitching, Timely Hits, Secure 3-2 Win For Pirates Over Yankees

9/17/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following a strong past several weeks where the Pirates won or split the series against 4 of their last 5 opponents, they were on the verge of not just losing a series versus the Yankees but being swept for the first time since July 14-16 (San FranciscoContinue reading “Some Solid Pitching, Timely Hits, Secure 3-2 Win For Pirates Over Yankees”

Corbin, Abrams Lead Nationals Over Pirates 6-2 (66-78)

9/11/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Good teams find ways to win and bad teams find ways to lose. The past few years of rebuilding, the Pirates have consistently been in the latter category. But this season, we’ve seen flashes of a team that may actually be playing meaningful fall games in theContinue reading “Corbin, Abrams Lead Nationals Over Pirates 6-2 (66-78)”

Early Pitchers Duel Negated By Bullpen Blow-Up, Bucs Drop Finale 5-2 (66-77)

9/10/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Wrapping up the series in Atlanta with Luis Ortiz of the Pirates taking on Allan Winans of the Braves, turning out a surprising pitchers duel between one of the best offenses in baseball and one of the worst. After combining for 24 hits and 12 runs overContinue reading “Early Pitchers Duel Negated By Bullpen Blow-Up, Bucs Drop Finale 5-2 (66-77)”

Ortiz Posts Quality Start, Jack and Ke Provide Some Power Behind Pirates 4-2 Win (64-74)

9/4/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Coming home after a 5-1 road trip in Missouri, the team was looking for some bouncebacks. Pirates looking to rebound after dropping the final game to the Cardinals. Starting pitcher Luis Ortiz looking to put together a better outing after a troubling season and rough game lastContinue reading “Ortiz Posts Quality Start, Jack and Ke Provide Some Power Behind Pirates 4-2 Win (64-74)”

Johan Walks 6, Walker Blasts One As Cardinals Salvage Final Game of the Series 6-4 (63-74)

9/3/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following an extra innings win and a 9th inning comeback victory against the Cardinals, Bucs were hoping for an easier match with the getaway day. Facing long-time rivals, they knew it would never be easy. After going down 1-2-3 in the top of the first, starter JohanContinue reading “Johan Walks 6, Walker Blasts One As Cardinals Salvage Final Game of the Series 6-4 (63-74)”

Oviedo, Hayes Lead Pirates To Victory (59-73)

8/28/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Leaving Pittsburgh following a lackluster loss to division-rival Cubs yesterday, Pirates likely felt that they were better than they showed. Today, they proved it against basement-dwelling Kansas City Royals as offense, defense and pitching all clicked as the Bucs won the opener 5-0. Alfonso Rivas got theContinue reading “Oviedo, Hayes Lead Pirates To Victory (59-73)”