It’s Going to Take a Miracle to Improve this Pirates Team in 2025

Gary Morgan reflects on Carmen Mlodzinski’s struggles as an MLB starter, suggesting a return to the bullpen while considering various options for reshaping the Pirates’ pitching staff.

Carmen Mlodzinski Should Move Back to the Bullpen

Gary Morgan reflects on Carmen Mlodzinski’s struggles as an MLB starter, suggesting a return to the bullpen while considering various options for reshaping the Pirates’ pitching staff.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL Central Basement

The Pirates struggle offensively, sitting last in the NL Central due to underperformance, injuries, and a poor hitting philosophy that fails to adapt during games.

Series Preview: Nationals (6-9) at Pirates (5-11)

4-14-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading back home after the road series in Cincinnati, the Pirates welcome a third straight sub-.500 team with hopes to jump start the offense. The Nationals are coming off dropping a series on the road to the Miami Marlins but had won series against each the Los AngelesContinue reading “Series Preview: Nationals (6-9) at Pirates (5-11)”

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL Central Play Begins

The Pirates face tough competition after a poor Miami series. Oneil Cruz remains pivotal despite criticism, while concerns about player positions and offense persist early in the season.

Series Preview: Cardinals (4-5) at Pirates (3-7)

4-7-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pittsburgh Pirates will host the St. Louis Cardinals this week in their first divisional series of the season. Both teams enter the week fresh off losing their respective weekend series to an AL East team with the Bucs dropping 2 of 3 to the Yankees and theContinue reading “Series Preview: Cardinals (4-5) at Pirates (3-7)”

The 2025 Pirates Home Opener was Unlike Any I’ve Been to

The Pirates’ 2025 season raises uncertainty with a roster of question marks. Predictions vary, yet the urgency for improvement is clear as expectations linger.

Series Preview: Yankees (4-2) at Pirates (2-5)

4-4-2025 – By Ethan S. Smith – @mvp_EtHaN For the first time since September 26, 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates will play baseball at PNC Park. The Pirates, who opened their season with six consecutive games in Florida, open their home slate with the New York Yankees on Friday, beginning a three-game series with the 2024Continue reading “Series Preview: Yankees (4-2) at Pirates (2-5)”

Pittsburgh Pirates Option David Bednar to AAA, Promote Thomas Harrington

The Pirates’ 2025 season raises uncertainty with a roster of question marks. Predictions vary, yet the urgency for improvement is clear as expectations linger.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Failure to Launch

The Pirates face tough competition after a poor Miami series. Oneil Cruz remains pivotal despite criticism, while concerns about player positions and offense persist early in the season.