Category Archives: Opinion & Analysis

Rowdy Tellez Has Shown the Best, and Worst of Himself, and Us at the Same Time

Rowdy Tellez’s redemption with the fan base, from boos to chants, reflects the unpredictability of baseball and challenges snap judgments. Players can change, for better or worse.

Starter Spotlight: Searching for a Savvy Start Against Sevy

7-5-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X While the Pirates have lost 4 of their last 6 games to teams above them in the wild card standings, they hope to turn things around today. With the Mets coming to town, who themselves have been mired in a bit of a slump as they too haveContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Searching for a Savvy Start Against Sevy”

If The Pirates are Going to Compete, It Will Be Led by Players Already on the Roster

The Pittsburgh Pirates need internal improvement from players like Cruz, Reynolds, and Hayes rather than relying solely on acquisitions to succeed in 2024.

Series Preview: Mets (42-43) at Pirates (41-45)

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face the St. Louis Cardinals, each aiming for a crucial series win. Key pitchers and hitters to watch. Watch the offense vs. starting pitching.

Starter Spotlight: Looking For A Pallante-Cleansing Series Win

7-4-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Happy Independence Day, Pirates fans! Hoping to continue some of the fireworks from last night, the Bucs will look to win the rubber match in their matchup today facing Andre Pallante. Pallante enters play today with a 4-3 record, 4.50 ERA and 1.58 ERA over 38 innings thusContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Looking For A Pallante-Cleansing Series Win”

Starter Spotlight: Miles Markers

7-3-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After falling short in game one, the Pirates will have to face off against Miles Mikolas, who had his best start of the season last time he faced the Bucs on June 11 with 7 innings of 1-hit shutout ball in his 2nd near no-hitter facing the Bucs.Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Miles Markers”

Starter Spotlight: Not Your Grandfather’s Gibson

7-2-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It’s been nearly 50 years since the Cardinals had a starting pitcher with the surname Gibson – and while today’s starter doesn’t have the hall of fame trajectory of his predecessor, the Pirates will still have barriers to beating their opponent in tonight’s match: Kyle Gibson. Signed thisContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Not Your Grandfather’s Gibson”

Series Preview: Cardinals (43-40) at Pirates (40-43)

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face the St. Louis Cardinals, each aiming for a crucial series win. Key pitchers and hitters to watch. Watch the offense vs. starting pitching.

Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – A Key 13 Game Stretch

The Pirates had mixed results, facing upcoming matchups that could affect their trade deadline decisions. Several players may be moved, including underperforming Jack Suwinski. Ke’Bryan Hayes needs a new role, and the team must navigate pitching injuries. The lack of urgency during the off-season is a factor in their current situation.