1-10-23 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Last week, I looked at the outfield, breaking down the myriad of options and illustrating the options and difficulties at filling the three positions (four, counting bench player) on the grass. This week, we’re looking at the 5 guys around the diamond and how that expectsContinue reading “How Deep Is Our Infield”
Tag Archives: Endy Rodriguez
Bats Come Alive As Pirates Stomp Cardinals 11-1 (56-69)
8/21/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Pirates bats came to life early and they didn’t let up, plating multiple runs in the 1st, 3rd, 4th and 8th innings en route to an 11-1 victory over the Cardinals. Bryan Reynolds doubled with 1 out in the bottom of the first inning, moved to thirdContinue reading “Bats Come Alive As Pirates Stomp Cardinals 11-1 (56-69)”
Strider Struggles and Pirates Pounce (51-61)
8/7/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Coming home after a solid trip to Milwaukee to face the NL favorite Atlanta Braves is not ideal. Having to face the MLB leader in strikeouts – Spencer Strider – takes that to a whole other level but, somehow, in the face of adversity, this team risesContinue reading “Strider Struggles and Pirates Pounce (51-61)”
Oviedo Tosses Gem, Bucs Homer Thrice to Secure Series Split (50-61)
8/6/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following a straight-up drubbing on Thursday, the Pirates put together three straight competitive games, culminating in a 4-1 victory today to split the series against the Brewers. After struggling through the first two innings where Brewers’ starter Brandon Woodruff struck out 5 of the first 6 batters,Continue reading “Oviedo Tosses Gem, Bucs Homer Thrice to Secure Series Split (50-61)”
Santana Homers Twice As Pirates Defeat Padres 8-4 (44-56)
7/24/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The Pirates haven’t won a series in over 3 weeks. In fact, the last series they won was against these San Diego Padres at home, a sweep from June 27-29. After tonight, they have two more shots at securing a series victory as Quinn Priester earned hisContinue reading “Santana Homers Twice As Pirates Defeat Padres 8-4 (44-56)”
Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)
7/17/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Following another series loss – a sweep, no less – Pirates decided to make some changes [maybe they DO read our post game recaps] as they called up previously announced Quinn Priester, but also Liover Pegeuro and Endy Rodriguez. Hosting Cleveland Guardians to start the week, PriesterContinue reading “Priester, Endy Debuts Dampened By Rain Delay, Homer Brigade As Bucs Shutout 11-0 (41-53)”
Through The Prospect Porthole: Henry Davis’ Path To Pittsburgh
4-27-23 By Craig W. Toth (aka @BucsBasement on Twitter) Over the past week and change I have seen comments about Henry Davis ranging from him being the Pirates Designated Hitter of the Future to Endy Rodriguez’s eventual back-up, and from the savior of the organization to a bust that will ultimately fizzle out as theContinue reading “Through The Prospect Porthole: Henry Davis’ Path To Pittsburgh”
Top 5 Pirates Prospects: Indianapolis Indians
There is freedom withinThere is freedom withoutTry to catch the deluge in a paper cupThere’s a battle aheadMany battles are lostBut you’ll never see the end of the roadWhile you’re travelling with me It is truly a Crowded House in the Circle City. There were always going to be players that were sent down toContinue reading “Top 5 Pirates Prospects: Indianapolis Indians”
What’s the Plan for Endy Rodriguez?
I got a great question on this subject from my buddy Jim Maruca on Facebook and it got me thinking about how many angles there are to this subject that I’d probably be better off making the answer a standalone piece as opposed to a portion of next week’s Q&A.
Through The Prospect Porthole: Expectations For Endy
3-2-23 By Craig W. Toth (aka @BucsBasement on Twitter) Mention Endy Rodriguez in a room full of Pirates Fans, and I can almost guarantee you that the majority would join together in mass to scream about how he should start behind the plate in the Majors; in spite of the fact that most have probablyContinue reading “Through The Prospect Porthole: Expectations For Endy”
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