The postseason begins today with the Pirates missing out yet again. Notable trends include previous World Series teams missing playoffs, and the AL Central advancing three teams, highlighting the significance of divisional performances.
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Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Into the Great Wide Open
The Pittsburgh Pirates concluded the 2024 season with a 76-86 record, prompting discussions about management changes, player performances, and future development opportunities for the team.
Starter Spotlight: Flushing Schmidt
9-29-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Final game of the season as the Pirates vie for a potential sweep of the Yankees in the Bronx with the opposing starter pitcher, Clarke Schmidt, facing off in game 162. Despite spending more than three months on the injured list due to a right lat strain, SchmidtContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Flushing Schmidt “
Other “Small Market” Teams Can Do It, Why Can’t the Pirates?
9-28-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter I’m going to write a lot about what these other smaller market teams have done today in this piece, and before I even start, there is one big reason we all know that sets them apart. It’s of course Bob Nutting, but more specifically than just being cheap,Continue reading “Other “Small Market” Teams Can Do It, Why Can’t the Pirates?”
The Pirates are Within Striking Distance in 2025, IF They Change Course on a Few Things
As the 2024 season concludes, the Pirates have potential but must navigate key roster decisions and aggressive trades to become playoff contenders, especially regarding player positions.
Starter Spotlight: Rookie Rumble
9-28-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Showdown today between front-runners for Rookie of the Year in both leagues as Paul Skenes and the Pirates face the Yankees and their rookie starter, Luis Gil. Gil has posted a strong first full season in the big leagues with a 15-6 record and 3.27 ERA over 146Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Rookie Rumble”
Mitch Keller Didn’t Have a Disastrous Season, but He Hardly Answered the Bell Either
9-27-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter In just about every measurable way Mitch Keller took a slight step backward in 2024. He’s had brilliant starts, and some downright stinkers too, but what the Pirates needed him to be in 2024, well, overall, he didn’t answer the bell. Let’s not get crazy, this is aContinue reading “Mitch Keller Didn’t Have a Disastrous Season, but He Hardly Answered the Bell Either”
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (74-85) at New York Yankees (93-66)
The Pirates conclude their 2024 season against the Yankees, focusing on personal records despite playoff implications being minimal for both teams. Key players and injuries noted.
Starter Spotlight: Almost Ro-Done
9-27-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Pirates head into the final series of the year taking on the Yankees and veteran southpaw, Carlos Rodón – who is having a bounce-back sophomore season in pinstripes after his lackluster first-year foray in New York. Following a 6.85 ERA over 64.1 innings of an oft-injured 2023, RodonContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Almost Ro-Done”
Clouded by Underachievement, There Were Some Positive Pirates Stories Along the Way
The article reflects on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ roster strengths amidst challenges, praising standout players like Luis Ortiz and Paul Skenes while critiquing areas for improvement heading into 2025.
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