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.
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Pirates 5 Up, 5 Down: June
In June, the 2024 MLB season saw the Pirates staying in the postseason race, led by standout performances from Reynolds, Skenes, and Tellez. However, Joe, Grandal, Hayes, Falter, and Taylor struggled.
Starter Spotlight: Getting Schwellen-bach To Business
6-30-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Looking to avoid being swept to close out June, the Pirates will face Braves #3 prospect per MLB Pipline, Spencer Schwellenbach. Schwellenbach was a 2nd round pick by the Braves in 2021 and was aggressively promoted through the system. After needing Tommy John surgery following being drafted, SchwellenbachContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Getting Schwellen-bach To Business”
Pirates Trade Targets: A Study of What’s Really Out There Right Now
Potential player acquisitions for the Pirates. A break down of available players into Pure Rental, Rental Plus, and Acquisition with Term categories.
Starter Spotlight: Max Effort Versus Fried
6-29-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After getting trounced by Charlie Morton in last night’s game, the Pirates will try to rebound against a pitcher who is having an even better season: Max Fried. Fried currently sports a 7-3 record with a 3.00 ERA and 1.07 WHIP through 90 innings pitched this season withContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Max Effort Versus Fried”
Starter Spotlight: Old Man Morton
As the Bucs look to build on their recent winning ways, they will have to spar with a former ally in Charlie Morton – who is still providing production even at age 40, entering play tonight with a 4-4 record and 4.20 ERA in 79.1 innings. The 2019 3rd-place finisher in AL Cy Young votingContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Old Man Morton”
Series Preview: Diamondbacks (58-51) at Pirates (55-53)
8-1-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X lll 8/2Pirates – Martín Pérez (L) 1-3, 57.1 IP, 4.71 ERA, 46 Ks/19 walks, 1.55 WHIPBraves – Charlie Morton (R) 4-4, 79.1 IP, 4.20 ERA, 80 Ks/35 walks, 1.30 WHIP 8/3Pirates – Paul Skenes (R) 4-0, 46.1 IP, 2.14 ERA, 61 Ks/8 walks, 0.99 WHIPBraves – Max FriedContinue reading “Series Preview: Diamondbacks (58-51) at Pirates (55-53)”
Mid-Season Review
6-27-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following their win on Wednesday, the Pirates are just shy of the halfway mark of the season – having eclipsed 80 of the 162 game slate and currently sit with a 39-41 record. As of this morning, their .488 winning percentage sits them at 9th in the NationalContinue reading “Mid-Season Review”
The Pirates Continue to Win Series, Management Continues to Prepare Fans to be Underwhelmed
The Pirates showed improvement, winning 5 of 7 series despite offensive struggles. Management should focus on solutions and progress, rather than dwelling on challenges.
Starter Spotlight: Looking To Kick Some Ashcraft
6-26-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Final game in this Reds series will see Luis Ortiz receive his first regular start of the season and his opponent Graham Ashcraft returns to toe the rubber for Cincinnati. Ashcraft is 1-0 with an ERA of 2.89 and 18 strikeouts to 5 walks in 3 career appearancesContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Looking To Kick Some Ashcraft”
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