The Pirates remain optimistic about their playoff chances and are focusing on key areas such as centerfield, bullpen roles, catching, and addressing longstanding roster gaps. Ke’Bryan’s health is a concern.
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The Pirates Need to Accept what David Bednar is Showing Them
8-17-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter The hero local kid. An angle just about every fanbase can’t get enough of and one we’ve had several times over the years. Even if it’s an adopted son like Joey Bart who’s family has ties to the area or Isiah Kiner-Falefa who has a distant relation toContinue reading “The Pirates Need to Accept what David Bednar is Showing Them”
Accountability: Just a Word? Have the Stomach to Actually Take Action?
The Pittsburgh Pirates are struggling, and accountability is in question. Fans want clear goals, honest evaluation, and meaningful actions, while the owner’s role and MLB’s system are also under scrutiny.
Series Preview: Pirates (56-61) at Padres (66-53)
8-12-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X While the Pirates pathetic playoff potential has plummeted, the Padres push past pitching pitfalls to plunder…victories. You get where we’re going with this. The Pirates have lost 9 of their last 10, including being swept by these same Padres at home last week while San Diego has surgedContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (56-61) at Padres (66-53)”
Is Joey Bart for Real? If So, What Does it Mean for the Pirates
At 27, Joey Bart is impressing with new levels of performance, sparking speculation about the Pirates’ future catchers. With uncertain outcomes, the team has options and a potentially bright future.
The Pirates Have Some Big Problems
To the Pirates’ fans, Gary Morgan expresses his views on the team’s hitting instruction, small ball approach, player development, fundamentals, and payroll concerns. He calls for accountability and proactive change.
If You Want a Happy Ending, that Depends, of Course, on Where You Stop Your Story
The 2024 baseball season presents ups and downs for the Pirates. They need to improve run differentials, pitching, and hitting for a shot at the playoffs. Despite challenges, the season is viewed positively.
Oneil Cruz isn’t Perfect, but He’s Nowhere Near the Pirates Biggest Issue Either
Oneil Cruz isn’t perfect, and he might not ever be, but he is one thing, irreplaceable.
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)”
Pittsburgh Pirates Rebuild: From Evolution to Revolution
Gary Morgan reflects on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ team evolution since 2019, highlighting key player movements and the gradual progress of the roster rebuilding process.
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