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.
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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.
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.
Well Pirates, I Guess There’s Only One Thing Left to Do…
The trade deadline has passed, new players are acclimating. The team’s history and potential are discussed, emphasizing the focus on the present journey.
Pirates Acquire Lefty Reliever Jalen Beeks from Colorado
The Pirates seek improvement through pitching despite struggling to score runs. The addition of Jalen Beeks brings potential, but transforming Beeks may be challenging. Aroldis Chapman’s future remains uncertain.
Starter Spotlight: Avoid The Sweep
7-28-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The team’s prospects heading into the final game of the series look significantly worse than when it started but that’s baseball. Looking to avoid being swept by the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Pirates will start Mitch Keller against a rookie in mound opponent, Yilber Diaz. After posting a 4.03Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Avoid The Sweep”
Help is Still Out There, but the Pirates Options are Dwindling
Amid trade speculation, the Pirates face fan expectations and roster challenges. Improvement is desired, but finding the right fit at the deadline is uncertain. Injuries and trade options complicate the team’s direction.
Series Preview: Pirates (52-50) at Diamondbacks (53-50)
The Pittsburgh Pirates head to Arizona for a crucial series, trailing the Diamondbacks by half a game in the NL Wild Card race. Both teams are in good form, with the Pirates facing real talent and the Diamondbacks boasting a strong offense. Key injuries will impact both teams, with the Pirates hoping for returns from left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki and left-handed starter Bailey Falter, and Arizona dealing with sidelined starting pitchers Merrill Kelly, Blake Walston, and Eduardo Rodriguez. The matchup to watch is the Pittsburgh pitching staff against the Arizona offense, as both teams vie for a place in the Wild Card race.
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