9-20-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Two teams with post-season ambitions in the spring are now locked in the race to the bottom of the NL Central division this week with the Cincinnati Reds hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates for a weekend series. Both teams are coming off rough series losses, with the Pirates droppingContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (72-81) at Cincinnati Reds (74-80)”
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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.
Before Signing 1 Free Agent, Here’s What I’d Do with this Pirates Team
Gary Morgan details a hypothetical plan to revamp the Pittsburgh Pirates, focusing on budget, player decisions, coaching changes, and ambitious playoff goals over the next decade.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Winding Down
Pittsburgh baseball season ending; dissatisfaction over team’s uninspired play; suggestion to watch minor league games; discussing offseason changes; NL Central player performance; unclear managerial future; team rankings stagnant, signaling need for change.
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.
Slow & Steady Improvement Didn’t Produce the Fan Reaction this Team Assumed it Would
The Pittsburgh Pirates face a challenging end to their season and fans hold varying expectations, but the team aims for internal improvement amid scrutiny.
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)”
The Pirates Never Fail to Make Me Ask Questions
The Pirates face challenges managing their young pitchers for playoffs while stretching them out. Rotation’s shuffling creates issues. Next year might be easier.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Solidify Anything
It’s Gary Morgan’s Weekly 5 Thoughts at 5 here at Steel City Pirates!
Good Intentions, Poor Results; A Story About Wanting Things Both Ways
The Pirates face challenges managing their young pitchers for playoffs while stretching them out. Rotation’s shuffling creates issues. Next year might be easier.
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