Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Memorial Day Edition

The Pirates have shown improvement recently, with Oneil Cruz thriving. However, uncertainty surrounds the team’s management and potential coaching changes. Endy Rodriguez’s future remains unclear as well.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sure, Fire Cherington, but the Damage is Done

The Pittsburgh Pirates face significant challenges this season, mainly their offensive struggles and injuries, leading to doubts about their rebuild strategy and roster decisions.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL East Swing Immediate Test for Kelly and Crew

Gary Morgan discusses managerial changes in the Pirates, highlighting the need for better performance. He criticizes Derek Shelton’s management while addressing team challenges, including calls for player call-ups and small ball strategies.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sullen, Lifeless and Poorly Coached

Gary critiques the struggling Pirates, advocating for immediate changes, including firing the manager, revamping the roster with youth, and addressing poor scouting and coaching.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – The West Coast Trip Might Have Changed the Team a Bit

The Pirates balanced a 3-3 road trip while hinting at philosophy changes, including lineup consistency and promising young players, as they face crucial upcoming series.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – On the Road Again

Gary discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates’ challenges following Paul Skenes’ selection, highlighting unmet expectations, fan frustrations, and the need for management changes to improve future performance.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL Central Basement

The Pirates struggle offensively, sitting last in the NL Central due to underperformance, injuries, and a poor hitting philosophy that fails to adapt during games.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL Central Play Begins

The Pirates face tough competition after a poor Miami series. Oneil Cruz remains pivotal despite criticism, while concerns about player positions and offense persist early in the season.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Failure to Launch

The Pirates face tough competition after a poor Miami series. Oneil Cruz remains pivotal despite criticism, while concerns about player positions and offense persist early in the season.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – The Team is Set

The Pirates finalize roster decisions before the season, highlighting Endy Rodriguez at first base, Ryan Borucki’s impressive return, and Thomas Harrington’s exclusion from the rotation.