3–14-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X There were a number of offensive pieces in the Pirates system who underperformed expectations in 2024 but one who fell off perhaps harder and faster than any other was Jack Suwinski. Jack has notably drawn the ire of many fans over the years. His tepid approach both atContinue reading “Run It Back, Jack!”
Category Archives: Opinion & Analysis
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – It’s Not So Early Anymore
As Spring Training progresses, player evaluations intensify, roster decisions become crucial, and certain players like DJ Stewart and Tsung-Che Cheng emerge as important candidates.
The Most Interesting Pirates Camp Battles, and Potential Fallout for Each
The article covers the Pirates’ camp battles, focusing on pitchers, catchers, outfielders, and shortstop, highlighting player options, performances, and potential surprises ahead of the season.
Trust is on Life Support and Young Players are the Only Treatment
Trust in a sports franchise is built through consistent success, not management changes or individual improvements. Fans often overlook player efforts, leading to skepticism and frustration.
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Still Feeling Woozy?
Spring Training excites fans, showcasing potential talent. The Pirates may target outfielders but should prioritize evaluating existing players’ development over rushing for trades or acquisitions.
Steel City Pirates – March 1st Q&A
Gary Morgan addresses fan questions regarding player positions, management’s approach, and team dynamics for the upcoming season, highlighting concerns and insights about the Pirates’ roster and development strategies.
Oh, Henry!
2-28-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X As the rebuild has progressed for the Pirates, there have been less and less real “battles” in Spring Training. Sure, a utility role or a 4th outfielder consistently has competition but the team, despite however you may feel about it, have started nailing down specific players at specificContinue reading “Oh, Henry!”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Actual Baseball to Talk About…
In Spring Training, players like Matt Gorski face scrutiny over their potential. Fans often rush to judgments while teams evaluate players’ development and readiness for major league roles.
That sounds about Right… field
By now I’m sure you’ve heard that the Pirates aren’t “on the doorstep of anything”? Not to defend General Manager Ben Cherington here (in and of itself that quote looks pretty bad) but come on. Context matters and in context this quote was pretty innocuous. The context? In case you missed it, Dejan Kovacevic, creatorContinue reading “That sounds about Right… field”
More Than Anything, Andrew Heaney Changes the Math
The Pirates signed veteran pitcher Andrew Heaney, enhancing rotation stability and delaying reliance on younger players, covering crucial innings while improving overall performance statistics.
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