8-25-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X A rematch from earlier this season awaits the Pirates today with Mitch Keller facing off once more against former teammate, Jameson Taillon. In his second season in Chicago, Taillon has an even 8-8 record, 3.77 ERA and 101 strikeouts in 126.2 innings pitched. That said, his career lineContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Tie One On Taillon”
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Series Preview: Diamondbacks (58-51) at Pirates (55-53)
8-2-24 – By Michael Castrignano– – @412DoublePlay on X Heading back home after a solid road trip, the Pirates will look to gain ground on one of the teams whom they just faced and who still sits just ahead of them in the playoff race in the Arizona Diamondbacks. Arizona has been on a TEAR lately, winningContinue reading “Series Preview: Diamondbacks (58-51) at Pirates (55-53)”
Know Your Enemy – July Edition
The NL Central first half report highlights the competitive landscape, including Milwaukee’s dominant performance, St. Louis’s overachieving, and opportunities for Cincinnati and Chicago to improve. Key players and prospects are also discussed, setting the stage for an exciting second half.
Know Your Enemy – May Edition
In May, Milwaukee surged as the division leader, while rivals faced uncertainties. June’s intra-divisional games promise more shifts. Notable player performances and Minor League prospects show future potential. St. Louis improved, sparking excitement for the summer.
Steel City Pirates – Know Your Enemies
In the NL Central, the Brewers lead with strong performances from Adames and Peralta. The Cubs’ Bellinger and Hoerner show promise, while the Reds’ De La Cruz and Greene are standout players. The Cardinals’ Gray impresses on the mound.
2024 All NL Central Futures, Predictions, & Superlatives
Corey and Michael make some predictions and assessments surrounding the NL Central heading into the 2024 MLB Season
Know Your Enemy – Chicago Cubs 2024 & Beyond
The Cubs had a bit of a surprising rise in 2023. Not to say that they were expected to be
“bad.” That certainly was not the expectation. They did manage to exceed most prognostications and in so doing, they have accelerated their “rebuild” quite a bit.
How Do You Manage a Season Like This? The NL Central is a Nice Mix
I’d imagine answering that question you really have to see the question from the perspective of who happens to be asking.
Postponed. The Story of MLB’s Lack of a Plan That Punishes Non-Offenders
As everyone is by now aware, the three-game series set to start tonight between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals has been postponed.
Cubs Take Finale in Extras to Sweep the Pirates at Wrigley
A sunny afternoon in Chicago’s Wrigley Field on a Sunday is about as Summer as Summer gets. The Pirates set out to salvage one game from the three-game set and the plan took center stage.
Steel City Pirates 