The new MLB playoff format reveals that team spending matters less, as lower payroll teams can succeed. Performance during playoffs outweighs regular season dominance and spending.
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Bob and Ben Don’t Ever Seem to Get Why Pirates Fans Might be Over It.
10-5-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter The Mandela Effect is a phenomenon in which a large segment of the population misremembers an event or shares a memory of an event that did not actually happen. For Pittsburgh Pirates fans, that effect is fully at work as it comes to the oft referenced Cherington 5 YearContinue reading “Bob and Ben Don’t Ever Seem to Get Why Pirates Fans Might be Over It.”
For Pirates Fans, There Were Never Going to be Enough Firings
The Pirates are undergoing coaching changes, notably letting go of Hitting Coach Andy Haines, Bullpen Coach Justin Meccage, and Conditioning Coach Adam Vish. Fans express dissatisfaction, primarily targeting ownership.
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.
Other “Small Market” Teams Can Do It, Why Can’t the Pirates?
9-28-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter I’m going to write a lot about what these other smaller market teams have done today in this piece, and before I even start, there is one big reason we all know that sets them apart. It’s of course Bob Nutting, but more specifically than just being cheap,Continue reading “Other “Small Market” Teams Can Do It, Why Can’t the Pirates?”
Mitch Keller Didn’t Have a Disastrous Season, but He Hardly Answered the Bell Either
9-27-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter In just about every measurable way Mitch Keller took a slight step backward in 2024. He’s had brilliant starts, and some downright stinkers too, but what the Pirates needed him to be in 2024, well, overall, he didn’t answer the bell. Let’s not get crazy, this is aContinue reading “Mitch Keller Didn’t Have a Disastrous Season, but He Hardly Answered the Bell Either”
Clouded by Underachievement, There Were Some Positive Pirates Stories Along the Way
The article reflects on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ roster strengths amidst challenges, praising standout players like Luis Ortiz and Paul Skenes while critiquing areas for improvement heading into 2025.
With Seemingly Every Move, The Pirates Create a Poison Pill
Rowdy Tellez was a poor signing for the Pirates in 2024, and his DFA reflects the team’s mismanagement and lack of awareness regarding fan scrutiny.
The Pirates are Careful with Player Health, Sometimes, Maybe, Depending…
Gary Morgan discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates’ questionable handling of player injuries, particularly regarding pitchers Johan Oviedo and Jared Jones, raising concerns about the team’s medical decisions and management practices.
When a Bullpen is This Historically Bad, Almost Nothing Else Matters
The Pirates bullpen has significantly underperformed this season, yielding poor stats, lost opportunities, and overall disappointing results, creating anxiety for fans regarding game outcomes.
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