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Blake Snell, Padres Tie Series vs. Pirates Tuesday Night (44-57)

07/26/23 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_Ethan on Twitter The Pittsburgh Pirates entered Tuesday night at Petco Park undefeated against the San Diego Padres in 2023, but yet another strong start from Padres starter Blake Snell helped San Diego pick up their first victory against the Pirates this season in a 5-1 victory. Pittsburgh kickedContinue reading “Blake Snell, Padres Tie Series vs. Pirates Tuesday Night (44-57)”

Pirates Coaching Decisions And Possible Trade Candidates

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-r3q7i-14645dd Craig and Chris discuss whether or not Derek Shelton and Andy Haines should be on the hot seat(s), as well as the likely-and maybe not so likely-trade candidates in the Pirates Organization.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemadeContinue reading “Pirates Coaching Decisions And Possible Trade Candidates”

Santana Homers Twice As Pirates Defeat Padres 8-4 (44-56)

7/24/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The Pirates haven’t won a series in over 3 weeks. In fact, the last series they won was against these San Diego Padres at home, a sweep from June 27-29. After tonight, they have two more shots at securing a series victory as Quinn Priester earned hisContinue reading “Santana Homers Twice As Pirates Defeat Padres 8-4 (44-56)”

Keller Struggles Again as Pirates Lose 7-5 (43-56)

7/23/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter With a chance to win their first series in over 3 weeks, sending All-Star Mitch Keller to face former Pirate and struggling southpaw, Tyler Anderson, seemed like a favorable matchup for Pittsburgh. Unfortunately, there have been very few favorable days for the Bucs this season – though,Continue reading “Keller Struggles Again as Pirates Lose 7-5 (43-56)”

Minor League News and Brews: Pirates MLB Draft Recap And Future Prospect Rankings

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-h89kg-145ebbe Craig attempts to explain the differences between the over slot discussion after the 2021 MLB Draft and the one that just took place; while explaining where the “extra money” could still go. He also takes a look at how the Pirates Prospect Rankings will change with the recent promotions and upcoming additions.  Craig TothContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Pirates MLB Draft Recap And Future Prospect Rankings”

The Pirates Continuous Free Fall Frustrations

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ipzc2-145b89d Craig and Chris sit down to try to talk Pirates Fans through the obvious frustrations that they are feeling about the state of the team at this point in the season, as well as where they are in the rebuild.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, andContinue reading “The Pirates Continuous Free Fall Frustrations”

Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)

7/17/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following another series loss – a sweep, no less – Pirates decided to make some changes [maybe they DO read our post game recaps] as they called up previously announced Quinn Priester, but also Liover Pegeuro and Endy Rodriguez. Hosting Cleveland Guardians to start the week, PriesterContinue reading “Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)”

Bullpen Struggles Continue As Bucs Swept, Lose 8-4 (41-52)

7/16/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The old quote of “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results” really seems to hit home when a scuffling offense with clear areas of struggle sees no change after the All Star Break. Austin Hedges caught two gamesContinue reading “Bullpen Struggles Continue As Bucs Swept, Lose 8-4 (41-52)”

Minor League News And Brews: Pirates Prospect Promotion Parade

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-m4bjx-14574cc In this statistic heavy episode, Craig looks at the promotions that have been made throughout the Pirates Organization, as well as how each of the prospects have performed at their new levels.  Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan; especially when it comes toContinue reading “Minor League News And Brews: Pirates Prospect Promotion Parade”