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Starter Spotlight: Southpaw Suarez

5-16-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a string season where Phillies starter Ranger Suarez posted a 3.46 ERA through 150.2 innings pitched, the limber lefty is looking to leap to another level. A recurring lower back strain delayed his start to the season but after a rough first outing, Suarez displayed some ofContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Southpaw Suarez”

Starter Spotlight: Mold Some Clay

5-14-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It was only a few short years ago that Clay Holmes was a top pitching prospect in the Pirates system. After struggling to find success in Pittsburgh, he has found his niche in New York first as a shutdown reliever for the Yankees and now as one ofContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Mold Some Clay”

Trading Paul Skenes Would be a Gigantic Mistake

The article discusses potential trade candidates for the Pirates, emphasizing the need for offensive talent while evaluating the trade value and prospects of players like Mitch Keller and Joey Bart.

Starter Spotlight:  Seize A Kodai(k) Moment

5-13-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a close game last night that had a number of photo finishes, Pittsburgh will pivot to their next matchup. Unfortunately for them, it’s not an easy one with Kodai Senga taking the ball for the Mets, following up on his picture-perfect 2023 rookie campaign and entering theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight:  Seize A Kodai(k) Moment”

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.

Starter Spotlight: Don’t Peter Out, Son!

5-12-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With the Pirates on the road again, heading to Queens to face the NL East-leading Mets, they’ll see starting pitcher David Peterson, who is off to a strong start to his 2025 campaign. After breaking out last year with a 2.90 ERA over 121 innings of work –Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Don’t Peter Out, Son!”

Starter Spotlight: Strikeouts For Sale

5-11-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following an extra-innings loss where just about everything could go wrong for the team and they still barely fumbled the game away, they will head into the rubber match of the series today against defending Cy Young winner, Chris Sale. While his base numbers early on this seasonContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Strikeouts For Sale”

Players the Pirates Should Consider Trading, but I’d Rather it not be Cherington

The article discusses potential trade candidates for the Pirates, emphasizing the need for offensive talent while evaluating the trade value and prospects of players like Mitch Keller and Joey Bart.

Regardless of Who’s in Charge, Pirates Have to Trade a Few Guys

Reflections on baseball management reveal a paralyzed franchise, questioning decision-making in light of uncertain futures and poor talent development, leaving fans and players disillusioned.