Gary Morgan reflects on the Pirates’ season under new coach Don Kelly, noting improvements in player performance and strategy, while also highlighting ongoing challenges and transitions ahead.
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Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Memorial Day Edition
The Pirates have shown improvement recently, with Oneil Cruz thriving. However, uncertainty surrounds the team’s management and potential coaching changes. Endy Rodriguez’s future remains unclear as well.
The Current State of Pirates Pitching
5-22-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X We are 50 games into the season and now seems as good a time as any to review the pitching – the good, the bad and everything in between. I’m sure I will dive into the offense – or lack thereof – at a later date but theContinue reading “The Current State of Pirates Pitching”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sure, Fire Cherington, but the Damage is Done
The Pittsburgh Pirates face significant challenges this season, mainly their offensive struggles and injuries, leading to doubts about their rebuild strategy and roster decisions.
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (15-29) at Philadelphia Phillies (25-18)
5-16-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X While most fans of the team don’t feel there is much of a rivalry between the two Keystone state squads, it’ll be an east-versus-west weekend between the Battlin’ Bucs and the Phightin’ Phils in the City of Brotherly Love. The Pirates face an NL East team for the thirdContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (15-29) at Philadelphia Phillies (25-18)”
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.
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.
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.
Series Preview: Atlanta Braves (18-19) at Pittsburgh Pirates (12-26)
5-9-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a busy off day where the Pirates finally gave the heave-ho to Derek Shelton, the team returns home to face the Atlanta Braves who, after scuffling out of the gate to an 0-7 start, have refound themselves, winning 15 of their last 21 games as they haveContinue reading “Series Preview: Atlanta Braves (18-19) at Pittsburgh Pirates (12-26)”
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