7-16-2025 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X The Pittsburgh Pirates and general manager Ben Cherington began their assumed busy trade deadline period over the next few weeks on Wednesday, adding infielder Cam Devanney from the Kansas City Royals for utility-man Adam Frazier. Frazier, 33 returns to the Royals after spending the entirety of theContinue reading “Pirates add infielder Cam Devanney from Royals in trade for Adam Frazier”
Tag Archives: Kansas City Royals
Starter Spotlight: Kris-tal Clear
7-9-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Offensive woes persist for the Bucs as the Pirates will hope to avoid being swept for a second straight series today as they finish the Royals series up against southpaw Kris Bubic. Bubic has quietly been one of the better pitchers in MLB this season with the 7thContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Kris-tal Clear”
Starter Spotlight: There Lugo Again
7-8-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Although they were not able to secure a win, the Pirates broke out of their streak of posting zeros on the scoreboard. Now, they’ll look to take another step with a victory today as they face veteran Seth Lugo, who is 6-5 with a 2.65 ERA over hisContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: There Lugo Again”
Starter Spotlight: Need Runs? I Noah Guy
7-7-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Mariners held the Bucs at bay but they can’t go run-less forever, right? Heading to Kansas City to face the Royals and rookie breakout southpaw, Noah Cameron. Entering today with a very strong 2.56 ERA through 56.1 innings, Cameron was a 7th round pick out of theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Need Runs? I Noah Guy”
Postseason Begins: Fun Facts and Trivia
The postseason begins today with the Pirates missing out yet again. Notable trends include previous World Series teams missing playoffs, and the AL Central advancing three teams, highlighting the significance of divisional performances.
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (71-78) at St. Louis Cardinals (74-75)
The Pittsburgh Pirates are entering the final stretch of the 2024 season with a chance to knock the Cardinals out of playoff contention. Key injuries and player performance are notable factors.
Starter Spotlight: Last Song
9-15-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Hoping to avoid a sweep by the rolling the Royals, the Pirates face off against Brady Singer in the final game of the series today while the 6’5 righty has a 9-10 record on the season but a 3.42 ERA and 1.25 WHIP over 163.1 innings pitched. HisContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Last Song”
Starter Spotlight: Wacha, Wacha
9-14-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After a rough start to the weekend series, the Pirates will look to rebound against former divisional foe in Michael Wacha. Wacha has played Pittsburgh 18 times in his career with a 3.68 ERA through 95.1 innings – though that’s not including his performance in Game 4 ofContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Wacha, Wacha”
Starter Spotlight: Into The Marsh
9-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Kansas City Royals roll into town with October games on the horizon for the upstart midwestern squad. Fortunately, the Pirates will avoid Cole Ragans and Seth Lugo this weekend – both of whom are having solid seasons – but will face off against sophomore starter, Alec Marsh.Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Into The Marsh”
Series Preview: Kansas City Royals (80-67) at Pittsburgh Pirates (70-76)
9-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates have been on a bit of a hot streak, winning 4 straight games including their first series sweep since before the All Star Break – though, the visiting Kansas City Royals have won 5 of their last 7 following a 7-game losing streak. The Royals haveContinue reading “Series Preview: Kansas City Royals (80-67) at Pittsburgh Pirates (70-76)”
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