Two Guys Talkin’ Trades – Can’t Sit on Your Hands!

It’s about that time of year, Corey! June is here, and we’ve already heard some trade rumors floated into the ether. Granted, there haven’t been a lot but there are some, such as the Royals being ‘open for business’

Realistic Expectations For The Pirates

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-h7rz9-143a6e6 Craig and Chris talk about the role of newly promoted prospect Henry Davis, Derek Shelton’s motivations, fan’s perception concerning the hot start and the current priorities of the team.  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 homemade oak bar toContinue reading “Realistic Expectations For The Pirates”

Excuses, Timing, and Stubbornness. The Rise and Fall of the 2023 Pittsburgh Pirates

Of all the excuses we’ve heard for why the Pirates fell all the way from that lofty record to their current 34-37, the one that most often is rushed right past is this one.

Bido Ks 7, Davis Doubles in Debut As Pirates Drop Opener 8-0 (34-37)

6/19/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Mired in a lengthy losing streak, the Bucs turned to their 2021 #1 overall pick, Henry Davis, to try and turn the tables back in their favor. Everything about his arrival – from the announcement mid-game, the national hype among fans and media alike and the MondayContinue reading “Bido Ks 7, Davis Doubles in Debut As Pirates Drop Opener 8-0 (34-37)”

Prospect Promotion News Overshadowed by Another Bucs Bullpen Blow-up (34-36)

6/18/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter A common thing happened today as the Pirates lost again, by a score of 5-2, their 6th straight and 2nd consecutive series being swept. A rare thing will happen tomorrow, however, as the Pirates 2021 first overall pick, Henry Davis, is expected to make his major leagueContinue reading “Prospect Promotion News Overshadowed by Another Bucs Bullpen Blow-up (34-36)”

Minor League News and Brews: Passed Up, Blocked and Playing Inside A Bandbox

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9tck6-1436303 Craig talks about prospects that could be seen as being passed up and/or blocked in the farm system, and takes a quick look at the away ballparks within the South Atlantic League. #LetsGoBucs #30MinutesOfBucs #MiLBNewsAndBrews Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan; especially whenContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Passed Up, Blocked and Playing Inside A Bandbox”