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Starter Spotlight: A Feel For Feltner

6-14-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X When the Pirates last faced Ryan Feltner on May 5th, he lasted just 5.2 innings allowing 5 runs off 8 hits. It was a very poor showing that is not even in his top 5 worst outings this season as Feltner has had a VERY rough season. This is despiteContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: A Feel For Feltner”

Starter Spotlight: Shades of Gray

6-12-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Signed to a free agent contract for 3 years, $75M this past off-season, Sonny Gray was an AL Cy Young runner up in 2023, finishing with a 2.79 ERA, 3.64 xFIP and 2.83 FIP. This year, the 34-year old has seen a small spike in his ERA to 3.29 butContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Shades of Gray”

Starter Spotlight: Meetup with Mikolas

6-11-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a successful home stand, the Pirates head west for their first series against division rival St. Lous Cardinals. Starting for the Red Birds will be veteran Miles Mikolas, who is currently mired in the worst start of his major league career. The two-time All Star Mikolas is currently 4-6Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Meetup with Mikolas”

Series Preview: Pirates (31-34) at Cardinals (31-33)

6-11-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With the new schedule format, this is the first time that the Pirates and Cardinals will face off this season. Both teams may be at the bottom of the division looking up but each have been battling as of late with the Pirates notching critical series wins againstContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (31-34) at Cardinals (31-33)”

Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Three Series Wins in a Row

Gary Morgan discusses Derek Shelton’s performance amid criticisms, Braxton Ashcraft’s promotion to AAA, Rowdy Tellez’s resurgence, the Pirates’ dual timelines, Henry Davis and Jack Suwinski’s struggles.

Starter Spotlight: Bailey Ober

6-9-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates are riding high this home-stand, winning 4 of the first 5 games and looking for a chance at a series sweep today – a feat the Bucs have been unable to achieve since the opening series in Miami. Taking the bump for the Twins and tryingContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Bailey Ober”

Starter Spotlight: Simeon Woods Richardson

6-8-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Bullpen game on the Pirates side today facing the Twins and their young righty in Simeon Woods Richardson. Woods Richardson made a spot start for Minnesota in each of the previous two seasons before finally breaking in as part of the big league club’s rotation. He’sContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Simeon Woods Richardson”

The Pirates are Winning Baseball Games, Despite Their Warts

In recent coverage of the Pirates, there is more focus on shaping fans’ emotions than on the team’s performance. Despite challenges, they show promise, especially with elite starting pitching and potential for improvement. It’s a tough season, but not without hope.

Starter Spotlight: Joe Ryan

6-7-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Despite the loss in the loss yesterday, the Pirates overall have been hitting RHP better of late – a wRC+ since June 1 – and they’ll be facing another challenge in today’s starter for the visiting Minnesota Twins: Joe Ryan. Ryan had an ELITE start toContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Joe Ryan”