4-27-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With an unexpected chance at a series win over the host Dodgers, the Bucs will have to go through former Pirate, Tyler Glasnow. A former top prospect in Pittsburgh, Glasnow had his former team’s number the two times facing them last year, pitching a combined 13 innings withContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Heart of Glasnow”
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Starter Spotlight: Roki Roll
4-26-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates effectively deconstructed Yoshi Yamamoto last night, taking four walks and spraying hits all around the field. Can they do the same to his home country counterpart, Roki Sasaki? The 23-year old international wunderkind and pre-season Rookie of the Year favorite has had a mixed start toContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Roki Roll”
Starter Spotlight: Yoshi Yama-Oh No!
4-25-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading into the Dodgers series with slightly less momentum but still feeling good following a series victory in Anaheim, the Pirates will face off against one of the hottest pitchers in MLB, Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Coming off a World Series-winning rookie season where Yamamoto went 7-2 with a 3.00Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Yoshi Yama-Oh No!”
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (10-16) at Los Angeles Dodgers (16-9)
4-25-2025 – By Corey Shrader – @CoreyShrader on X Pittsburgh will take the California Road Show 30 odd miles North up I-5 to Dodger Stadium for a three game set beginning today. Never an easy task to take on the reigning World Champs, but from a fan perspective it is enjoyable to watch that collectionContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (10-16) at Los Angeles Dodgers (16-9)”
More Than Anything, Andrew Heaney Changes the Math
The Pirates signed veteran pitcher Andrew Heaney, enhancing rotation stability and delaying reliance on younger players, covering crucial innings while improving overall performance statistics.
The Offseason Cycle Transitions to Spring Training
The author reflects on the challenges of being a Pirates fan, addressing team projections and fan experiences amidst frustration over management while maintaining a deep love for baseball.
Projecting the Pirates is as Hard as Being a Fan
The author reflects on the challenges of being a Pirates fan, addressing team projections and fan experiences amidst frustration over management while maintaining a deep love for baseball.
Pirates Add Three Lefties, Two Pitchers and a Utility Player
The Pirates signed three players to add depth: relievers Tim Mayza and Ryan Borucki, and utility player Adam Frazier, though none are expected to be game-changers.
Pirates Dead End Conversations
The content discusses frustrations with a baseball team’s ownership, management, and development issues, emphasizing the need for better leadership and systemic changes to improve performance and fan satisfaction.
Pirates in Agreement with Lefty Pitcher Caleb Ferguson
The Pirates signed left-handed pitcher Caleb Ferguson to a one-year, $3 million deal. Known for his strong strikeout rate, he may be utilized in various roles.
Steel City Pirates 