8-21-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With a dominant performance from Mitch Keller in game 2, the series-decider falls to Domingo German facing the Rangers and veteran southpaw starter, Andrew Heaney. The journeyman lefty has a 4.20 ERA through 124.1 innings this season, a serviceable mark but hasn’t stood up in his starts asContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Rubber Match With Hean Dog”
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Starter Spotlight: Cody’s Showdy
8-20-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Pittsburgh wasn’t quite able to complete the comeback in game one but will try again tonight against the Rangers and starting pitcher, Cody Bradford. Bradford enters play tonight with a perfect 4-0 record with a 3.50 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 33 strikeouts to just 6 walks in hisContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Cody’s Showdy”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Biggest Offseason Questions are Already Apparent
The Pirates remain optimistic about their playoff chances and are focusing on key areas such as centerfield, bullpen roles, catching, and addressing longstanding roster gaps. Ke’Bryan’s health is a concern.
Starter Spotlight: Dun Dun Dunning
8-19-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading west hoping for better results than their last road trip as the Pirates will try building on their weekend series win against the host Texas Rangers and starting pitcher Dane Dunning. A former first round pick, Dunning has struggled to live up to the first round hype,Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Dun Dun Dunning”
Series Preview: Pirates (58-65) at Rangers (57-68)
8-19-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter Two teams that still have a winning record within reach, two teams that probably have lost the dream of making the playoffs in 2024. The Rangers have struggled with pitching, the Pirates have struggled with offense. Neither are exactly where they want to be. Let’s get in there…Continue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (58-65) at Rangers (57-68)”
Starter Spotlight: Kirb Your Enthusiasm
8-18-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Looking for a sweep in the other direction from their previous three series, the Pirates will face the final Mariners pitching boss in George Kirby. Kirby is a control freak! Not in the OCD kind of way (I don’t think) but in the refusal to walk batters asContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Kirb Your Enthusiasm “
Starter Spotlight: The Cask of Luis Castillo
8-16-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The thousand injuries of Castillo I had borne as I best could, but when he ventured upon insult I vowed revenge. – Edgar Allen Poe (paraphrased from ‘The Cask of Amontillado’) After FINALLY breaking the losing streak last night, the Buccos will look to start a winning one inContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: The Cask of Luis Castillo”
The Pirates Need to Accept what David Bednar is Showing Them
8-17-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter The hero local kid. An angle just about every fanbase can’t get enough of and one we’ve had several times over the years. Even if it’s an adopted son like Joey Bart who’s family has ties to the area or Isiah Kiner-Falefa who has a distant relation toContinue reading “The Pirates Need to Accept what David Bednar is Showing Them”
Starter Spotlight: The Great Gilded Gilbert
8-16-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading back home after a horrendous road trip, the Pirates will host the Seattle Mariners, who themselves were just swept by the Detroit Tigers. Their offense is inconsistent but their starting pitching has been the best in baseball, posting a rotational ERA of 3.23 and fWAR of 13.7Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: The Great Gilded Gilbert”
Series Preview: Mariners (63-59) at Pirates (56-64)
The Pittsburgh Pirates face disappointment and pressure to improve, while the Seattle Mariners showcase strong pitching but struggle offensively. Both teams aim to revive their playoff hopes.
Steel City Pirates 