8/15/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Pirates bats struggled to get much going against the Mets bullpen in the first game of this series. In game 2, they made sure to capitalize. Mets got on the board first tonight after a Brandon Nimmo lead-off homer, his second long-ball in as many days, givingContinue reading “Big Seventh Inning Powers Pirates Win Over Mets, 7-4 (55-66)”
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Mets Offense Explodes As Bucs Bats Snooze, Losing 7-2 (53-66)
8/14/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Heading to Queens to face the Mets, pre-ordained World Series contenders in the spring with their bloated payroll and lofty contracts, looking at an identical 53-65 record as the Pirates prior to the game. While Pittsburgh’s season has been a bit of a let-down for fans followingContinue reading “Mets Offense Explodes As Bucs Bats Snooze, Losing 7-2 (53-66)”
Minor League News and Brews: International Bonus SPACE and MLB Draft Pick Debuts
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-thnxc-147b026 Craig leads off the show by dispelling claims concerning Henry Davis’ development; which eventually leads into a discussion about International Bonus Pool Space and the professional debuts of numerous 2023 MLB Draft Picks for your Pittsburgh Pirates. Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan;Continue reading “Minor League News and Brews: International Bonus SPACE and MLB Draft Pick Debuts”
The Pirates Are Building A Culture
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hm76y-1476c89 Craig and Chris start off by comparing the culture within the Pirates Clubhouse to those of other rebuilding teams, and end by trying to make roster decisions for 2024 and beyond; including the possibility of trading a player that is presumably a part of the core. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers theContinue reading “The Pirates Are Building A Culture”
Strider Struggles and Pirates Pounce (51-61)
8/7/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Coming home after a solid trip to Milwaukee to face the NL favorite Atlanta Braves is not ideal. Having to face the MLB leader in strikeouts – Spencer Strider – takes that to a whole other level but, somehow, in the face of adversity, this team risesContinue reading “Strider Struggles and Pirates Pounce (51-61)”
Oviedo Tosses Gem, Bucs Homer Thrice to Secure Series Split (50-61)
8/6/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following a straight-up drubbing on Thursday, the Pirates put together three straight competitive games, culminating in a 4-1 victory today to split the series against the Brewers. After struggling through the first two innings where Brewers’ starter Brandon Woodruff struck out 5 of the first 6 batters,Continue reading “Oviedo Tosses Gem, Bucs Homer Thrice to Secure Series Split (50-61)”
Minor League News and Brews: Draft Dollars, Farm System Rankings and Player Development
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-nymqp-1471bd3 Craig sits down to talk about the money that Pirates left on the table in the 2023 MLB Draft, the Newest Fangraphs Farm System Rankings that has your team at #1 and the history of the Developmental Department within the Minors since Ben Cherington took over. Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The BucsContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Draft Dollars, Farm System Rankings and Player Development”
Brewers Blast Bucs, Take Series Opener 14-1 (48-60)
8/3/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Some games, you just get beat really, really, REALLY badly. Tonight was one of those games for the Bucs. Mitch Keller was shelled again, allowing 8 runs in 5 innings, as the Pirates dropped the first game in Milwaukee for their most lopsided loss of the season.Continue reading “Brewers Blast Bucs, Take Series Opener 14-1 (48-60)”
Pirates Trade Deadline Observations
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cr3qs-146e183 Craig and Chris look at the moves the Pirates made-minus Hedges and Castro-leading up to the MLB Trade Deadline, as well as where they might have missed the mark concerning some potential opportunities to improve the team for the future. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, andContinue reading “Pirates Trade Deadline Observations”
Palacios Big Day Leads Pirates Over Phillies 6-4 (46-58)
07/30/23 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_Ethan on Twitter The Pittsburgh Pirates always keep things fun, and fun things happened at PNC Park on Sunday as they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-4 in walk off fashion to cap off a series victory against their cross-state rivals. In what could very well be Rich Hill’s lastContinue reading “Palacios Big Day Leads Pirates Over Phillies 6-4 (46-58)”
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