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Starter Spotlight: Bryce The Elder 

5-9-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Back home for a weekend series against the long-time rival Atlanta Braves, the Bucs will face off against the not-so-elder, Bryce Elder, who enters play today with a 5.06 ERA through his 32 innings of work this season. Elder had some early season struggles as he allowed 12Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Bryce The Elder “

Series Preview: Atlanta Braves (18-19) at Pittsburgh Pirates (12-26)

5-9-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a busy off day where the Pirates finally gave the heave-ho to Derek Shelton, the team returns home to face the Atlanta Braves who, after scuffling out of the gate to an 0-7 start, have refound themselves, winning 15 of their last 21 games as they haveContinue reading “Series Preview: Atlanta Braves (18-19) at Pittsburgh Pirates (12-26)”

Starter Spotlight: Gray and Getting Grayer

5-7-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X I’m bald. I’ve been bald for nearly 15 years – partly by choice and partly because of genetics mostly forcing my hand. But one thing that has been outside of both my and my genetics control is how quickly this team is turning what few hair I haveContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Gray and Getting Grayer”

The Pittsburgh Pirates are Trapped in a Cage of Their Own Design

Reflections on baseball management reveal a paralyzed franchise, questioning decision-making in light of uncertain futures and poor talent development, leaving fans and players disillusioned.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sullen, Lifeless and Poorly Coached

Gary critiques the struggling Pirates, advocating for immediate changes, including firing the manager, revamping the roster with youth, and addressing poor scouting and coaching.

Starter Spotlight: Miles Away From Where We Need To Be

5-5-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X As the losing streak stretches to four games, the fan morale has never been lower. After entering this season with the team expressing confidence that they would be in playoff contention, there have been nothing but ineffective offense and inconsistent defense. Nevertheless, the Pirates head west to faceContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Miles Away From Where We Need To Be”

Starter Spotlight: Peak Pivetta

5-4-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X ***Disclaimer: The starting pitcher was changed to Stephen Kolek, who was recalled to start today’s game. It’s his first MLB game this season but he had a 5.21 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP last season in 46.2 innings pitched. He has control issues that Pirates may want toContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Peak Pivetta”

Starter Spotlight: Let’s Get Randy, Baby!

5-3-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Through very different ways, the Pirates were able to get Dylan Cease and Fernando Tatís Jr out of the game early last night; however, they were unable to capitalize as they lost once again. Today, they will square off against Randy Vasquez as they try to get theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Let’s Get Randy, Baby!”

April Ended, Did it End the Pirates Season Too?

The Pirates have struggled early this season, but potential for improvement exists. Key players may return, and young talent could reshape performance as the season progresses.