https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-eb8zh-14c0375 Craig and Chris talk about Jon Nunnally being relieved of his duties in Altoona and Ben Cherington’s comments about Henry Davis continuing to be a catcher, before moving on to see how Ke’Bryan Hayes, Jack Suwinski and Mitch Keller performed this season; based on the metrics that the guys pointed out as being theContinue reading “Pirates Enter The Off-Season”
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Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – 76-86 is a Significant Improvement, Time to Add
This offseason, the payroll will increase. Some players will be rewarded in arbitration, probably looking at another extension or two and yes, they’ll have to add payroll either in free agency or via trades.
Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)
10/1/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Last game of the season and both teams were ready for the season to be over – though, arguably, for different reasons as the Bucs head into an October spent on the couch while the Marlins look forward to just the franchise’s fourth postseason appearance. Andre JacksonContinue reading “Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)”
Minor League News and Brews: Top Pirates Prospect Performances
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-si62g-14bb212 Craig sits down to talk about the Top Pirates Prospect performances at each level; from the FCL (Florida Complex League), all the way up to Indianapolis. Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan; especially when it comes to the Farm System. Listen. Subscribe. Share.Continue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Top Pirates Prospect Performances”
Hump Day Pirates Q&A
Another awesome session, this one almost entirely driven on Twitter. Send me questions anytime you’d like during the week, I’ll always try to give you and your question an honest shake.
Decisions Concerning The Pirates Everyday Players
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ybdmd-14b6012 Craig and Chris discuss how the Pirates should make their decisions concerning which players are in the lineup for 2024 and beyond; based off of some comments that Ben Cherington made on his most recent radio show. Plus, there was a certain team in the early 2010’s that Chris believes the Pirates should emulate,Continue reading “Decisions Concerning The Pirates Everyday Players”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Yes, it’s a Losing Season…
The Pirates will finish the season with a losing record, just clinched that yesterday with their loss to the Reds. That said, the Pirates have done some excellent work in the second half of the season, much of it by guys who matter too.
Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)
9/24/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The late night excitement from the comeback win was still palpable early on in the game today as Quinn Priester looked to keep the momentum going against southpaw Brandon Williamson. It was a bit of a pitching duel early on today as these two combined to allowContinue reading “Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)”
Derek Shelton Deserves Criticism and Praise for 2023
Nuance and social media have come to not often enjoy each other’s company. Everything tends to boil down to the harshest of outcomes.
Guys Like Palacios & Andujar are Forcing Decisions this Offseason for Pirates
Even as Joshua Palacios and Miguel Andujar continue to hit baseballs and contribute to the Pirates strong season finish, it’s not easy to place either on the 26-man roster to begin 2024.
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