Following an unheard of second scheduled off day of the week, the Pittsburgh Pirates began what should be 17 straight days of baseball, with 19 games to go in the season. For tonight’s contest the 14-27 Pirates traveled to Kansas City to begin a three game weekend series against the 17-28 Royals in what manyContinue reading “Pirates Comeback Falls Short Against Royals”
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How Does the Current Pittsburgh Pirates Bullpen Fit Into Future Plans?
On October 30th of last year, interim General Manager Kevan Graves, who had the job temporarily after Neal Huntington was fired, made an intriguing acquisition. The pickup was a waiver claim by the name of Sam Howard. He was a southpaw that had struggled in the majors and Triple-A the past few years. Little didContinue reading “How Does the Current Pittsburgh Pirates Bullpen Fit Into Future Plans?”
Not a Great One on Roberto’s Night – Pirates Lose 8-1 to the Pale Hose
A night like tonight was wasted on the emptiness of the ball park. Touching moments like Gregory Polanco kneeling between the giant 2 and 1 in right field and saying a little prayer. Players lining up clad in their nameless uniforms with 21 blazed on the back. Even the video tribute was lost in translation a bit.
21 a Number, a Man, a Legend. Celebrating Roberto Clemente on His Day
I never saw Clemente play the game of baseball, in fact, I never opened my eyes on this earth at the same time Roberto did. From the time I became aware of baseball I was presented with the legend and heritage of this man.
Pirates Walk Off Again To Stun Red Hot White Sox
The last time the Pirates faced off against the White Sox two weeks ago they were no-hit by Lucas Giolito in the first game and blown out in the second by a score of 10-3 as Trevor Williams allowed 8 runs on 9 hits, three of them being home runs, in 6 innings of work.Continue reading “Pirates Walk Off Again To Stun Red Hot White Sox”
Prepare for the Off Season Whirlwind for the Pittsburgh Pirates or Lack Thereof
Before you argue against or for any of these, keep in mind you can fight all you like, but it won’t matter in the end. Once they identify a path, what’s most important is that they don’t approach it half way.
Walk It Off! Gonzalez Drives in Winning Run on Sac Fly. Pirates Win 3-2 Over Reds to Split Series
Very quietly for some time now, the bullpen has been, dare I say, good.
The Pirates Bullpen Stands Tall In Walk Off Win
In this afternoon’s matinee against the Brewers Chad Kuhl looked to get back on track after one his most disappointing appearances of the season against the Cubs this past Tuesday. Only lasting four innings Kuhl gave up three earned runs on six hits, while striking out three and walking two; throwing a total of 86Continue reading “The Pirates Bullpen Stands Tall In Walk Off Win”
A Tale of Two Trevors – Pirates lose 6-2 as Suarez Belts 3 Home Runs
It was the best of Trevor,it was the worst of Trevor.
Why Don’t Pirates Starters Go Deeper into Games?
Almost every day, I get asked this question and most of the time I brush it aside. It’s obvious right? They aren’t good enough. Well, that’s certainly part of the equation but as with almost every aspect of this beautiful game, it’s not that simple. Today, let’s dive in and really try to answer the question.
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