Gary Morgan reflects on the Pirates’ season under new coach Don Kelly, noting improvements in player performance and strategy, while also highlighting ongoing challenges and transitions ahead.
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Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (21-36) at San Diego Padres (31-23)
5-30-2025 – By Josh Poe – @DaRealHanYolo on X The Pirates travel to San Diego this weekend to take on the Padres. The Padres have been on an interesting run as of late. They are winners of 4 out of their last 6. Pretty good, right? However, they lost all of the previous 6 games to thisContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (21-36) at San Diego Padres (31-23)”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Memorial Day Edition
The Pirates have shown improvement recently, with Oneil Cruz thriving. However, uncertainty surrounds the team’s management and potential coaching changes. Endy Rodriguez’s future remains unclear as well.
The Current State of Pirates Pitching
5-22-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X We are 50 games into the season and now seems as good a time as any to review the pitching – the good, the bad and everything in between. I’m sure I will dive into the offense – or lack thereof – at a later date but theContinue reading “The Current State of Pirates Pitching”
Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers (24-26) at Pittsburgh Pirates (17-33)
5-22-2025 – By Josh Booth – @bridge2buctober on X Milwaukee comes to town after winning a series against the struggling Baltimore Orioles. The Brewers had a good enough April, going 16-11. But so far in May, they are 8-11. They also dropped their 4 games in March. They have not been more than 2 games over .500Continue reading “Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers (24-26) at Pittsburgh Pirates (17-33)”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sure, Fire Cherington, but the Damage is Done
The Pittsburgh Pirates face significant challenges this season, mainly their offensive struggles and injuries, leading to doubts about their rebuild strategy and roster decisions.
Series Preview: Cincinnati Reds (24-24) at Pittsburgh Pirates (15-32)
5-19-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X While each team was part of a weekend rivalry sweep, things were certainly sunnier in Ohio for the Reds than in Philly for the Pirates. The Reds are riding a 4-game winning streak while the Bucs lost 5 of 6 in their road trip this past week and hopeContinue reading “Series Preview: Cincinnati Reds (24-24) at Pittsburgh Pirates (15-32)”
Trading Paul Skenes Would be a Gigantic Mistake
The article discusses potential trade candidates for the Pirates, emphasizing the need for offensive talent while evaluating the trade value and prospects of players like Mitch Keller and Joey Bart.
Starter Spotlight: Seize A Kodai(k) Moment
5-13-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a close game last night that had a number of photo finishes, Pittsburgh will pivot to their next matchup. Unfortunately for them, it’s not an easy one with Kodai Senga taking the ball for the Mets, following up on his picture-perfect 2023 rookie campaign and entering theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Seize A Kodai(k) Moment”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL East Swing Immediate Test for Kelly and Crew
Gary Morgan discusses managerial changes in the Pirates, highlighting the need for better performance. He criticizes Derek Shelton’s management while addressing team challenges, including calls for player call-ups and small ball strategies.
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