The Pittsburgh Pirates have shown improvement, with strong pitching and a developing offense, bringing them to a .500 record. Despite needing help, they have potential for a playoff push.
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Starter Spotlight: Ready To Shuster The Door With A Kuhl Sweep
7-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X That title is a reach but here we go. The Pirates finally broke through with their first 3-game win streak in over 4 months but can they get their first series sweep since March? Starting in what is probably an opener role for the White Sox today isContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Ready To Shuster The Door With A Kuhl Sweep”
Bubba Chandler and Termarr Johnson participate in MLB Futures Game
7-13-24 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X With Paul Skenes dominating MLB and starting for the National League in the 2024 All-Star Game, much of the focus has been on the 22-year old phenom, but alongside Bryan Reynolds, the duo aren’t the only members of the Pirates organization getting recognition during the All-StarContinue reading “Bubba Chandler and Termarr Johnson participate in MLB Futures Game”
Starter Spotlight: Flexin On Flexen
7-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With a series-opening victory last night, the Pirates will look to keep the momentum going this afternoon against Chris Flexen, who has struggled out of the White Sox rotation with a 4.95 ERA through 91 innings this season. A bit of a journeyman, Flexen, on his third teamContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Flexin On Flexen”
Should the Pirates Trade Aroldis Chapman Regardless of The Standings?
The Pirates may consider trading Chapman to strengthen the team, despite his value. Moving him could bring valuable additions, though it’s a complex decision.
Canaan Smith-Njigba’s Pirates Tenure: A Retrospective
In 2021, Jameson Taillon was traded to the Yankees, with Canaan Smith-Njigba among the haul for the Pirates. Now a free agent, he could prove valuable to a rebuilding team.
Paul Skenes to start 2024 All-Star Game for the National League
7-12-24 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X Paul Skenes has ripped through MLB and Pittsburgh Pirates franchise records in such a short time, and he’s adding to his list of accolades Tuesday, as Skenes will take the hill for the National League to start the 2024 All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas. The newsContinue reading “Paul Skenes to start 2024 All-Star Game for the National League”
Starter Spotlight: Arm The Trebu-Crochet
7-12-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X A Trebuchet is a type of catapult that uses a rotating arm with a sling attached to the tip to launch a projectile, not too dissimilar to the motion and impact of a bat driving a ball over the fence. For a team who has been leading MLBContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Arm The Trebu-Crochet”
Series Preview: Pirates (45-48) at White Sox (27-68)
7-12-24 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X The Pittsburgh Pirates head into their final series before the All-Star break on Friday, heading to the other side of Chicago to face the reeling Chicago White Sox. Pittsburgh is coming off of a massive series victory of the NL Central rival Milwaukee Brewers, winning theContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (45-48) at White Sox (27-68)”
HELP NEEDED!
7-12-2024– By Justin Verno – @JV_PITT on X and Corey Shrader – @CoreyShrader on X Justin Verno- Corey, welcome back to the MLB JULY Trade Deadline! Typing that, MLB July Trade Deadline, feels like all is right in the world my, dude! Corey Shrader- Trade season is always a hotly anticipated adventure. In recent years weContinue reading “HELP NEEDED!”
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