Gary critiques the struggling Pirates, advocating for immediate changes, including firing the manager, revamping the roster with youth, and addressing poor scouting and coaching.
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April Ended, Did it End the Pirates Season Too?
The Pirates have struggled early this season, but potential for improvement exists. Key players may return, and young talent could reshape performance as the season progresses.
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.
Paul Skenes Performance vs Dodgers, Reminds what the Pirates Do Have
The Pirates show potential with a solid pitching staff, but need consistent offensive support to compete. Patience is key as they work towards improvement this season.
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.
Why Firing Your Manager Mid-Season Is A Bad Idea – Until It Isn’t
4-21-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates are off to their worst start since 2020, when they started 6-17 en route to the worst record in MLB. While they don’t technically have the worst record in baseball currently, beginning a season 8-15 when you are in year 6 of a rebuild isn’t goingContinue reading “Why Firing Your Manager Mid-Season Is A Bad Idea – Until It Isn’t “
It’s Going to Take a Miracle to Improve this Pirates Team in 2025
Gary Morgan reflects on Carmen Mlodzinski’s struggles as an MLB starter, suggesting a return to the bullpen while considering various options for reshaping the Pirates’ pitching staff.
Carmen Mlodzinski Should Move Back to the Bullpen
Gary Morgan reflects on Carmen Mlodzinski’s struggles as an MLB starter, suggesting a return to the bullpen while considering various options for reshaping the Pirates’ pitching staff.
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.
Steel City Pirates 