9-8-21 By Craig W. Toth (aka @bucsbasement on Twitter) The rest of this season for the Pittsburgh Pirates is a time for evaluation, much like the entire year has been; not only for the players that could be a part of an undetermined future date, but also those that can help bridge the gap forContinue reading “Pirates Battle Back Against The Tigers”
Category Archives: Opinion & Analysis
How Nick Garcia’s Draft Day Hype Is Playing Out
A little over a year ago the Pittsburgh Pirates selected a pitcher in the 3rd round of the MLB Amateur Draft, 79th Overall, that some experts called the steal of the draft, while others referred to him as a first round talent; and who was compared to a Hall Famer by Pirates General Manager BenContinue reading “How Nick Garcia’s Draft Day Hype Is Playing Out”
Pirates Top 30 Prospect Trend Report
Another week is in the books and some guys looked great while one big time prospect officially has me worried. Could Tahnaj Thomas be seeing his FV number drop? I think it’s likely at this point. Let’s get to it.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five
Good afternoon and Happy Labor Day everyone.
Pirates Finally End Losing Streak, Take Down Tigers 6-3
Incredible how a good start and some timely hitting can change the complexion of a baseball game.
Hunter Stratton Is Rule 5 Eligible…Again
9-6-21 By Craig W. Toth (aka @bucsbasement on Twitter) Ever since the most recent trade deadline, and in some cases a little before that, Pirates Fans have realized the first 40-Man Roster Crunch of General Manager Ben Cherington is quickly approaching; with many decisions to be made concerning player currently on the roster, as wellContinue reading “Hunter Stratton Is Rule 5 Eligible…Again”
Rebuilding Cubs Sweep Rebuilding Pirates, 3 Grand Slams in One Ballgame
Brutal series, brutal road trip, Low point of the rebuild in my mind.
Shelton Can’t Win, And Neither Can The Pirates
9-5-21 By Craig W. Toth (aka @bucsbasement on Twitter) Immediately after Pirates lost their third game in a row to Cubs at Wrigley Field, on a BS call I might add, Pittsburgh Manager Derek Shelton was required to address the question as to why the team’s most effective reliever, David Bednar, did not pitch inContinue reading “Shelton Can’t Win, And Neither Can The Pirates”
Prospect Promotion is Almost Never Cut and Dry
The conversations we’re having today about promoting prospects aren’t new. They happen every year, the difference is currently that a very large percentage of the fan base have turned their attention to the development system in an effort to cope with the pain of the MLB squad. So, the conversations have gotten louder.
Second Game in a Row the Pirates Battle Back Only to Lose 6-5
Two games with nice comebacks only to fail to secure a win. Those smart no matter where you are in the standings.
Steel City Pirates 