The Pirates entered today’s contest against the Cubs fresh off the home opener that saw them only post one run and waste a solid pitching performance against the weakest version of the Cubs lineup.
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Suzuki Sinks Pirates Home Opener With Two Solo Shots
Bucs drop home opener 2-1 to Cubs as solo shots provided all the scoring.
Top 5 Pirates Prospect Performers
4-12-22 By Craig W. Toth (aka @BucsBasement on Twitter) Exactly a week ago the Indianapolis Indians opened their season-along with the other Triple-A teams across America-in what would be the first of the now standard six game Minor League Baseball series. A few days later they would be joined by the Double-A Altoona Curve, theContinue reading “Top 5 Pirates Prospect Performers”
Shelton Lineups Essential To Pirates Development
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-44hya-11f96dc Ke’Bryan Hayes got a long-term extension from the Pittsburgh Pirates with less than a full season of at bats under his belt. We will tell you why the deal makes perfect sense, how it helps get the team closer to a Bryan Reynolds extension and why manager Derek Shelton has to lock him intoContinue reading “Shelton Lineups Essential To Pirates Development”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five
Yes, I know we’re in the middle of game time but Five Thoughts at Six-Fifteen doesn’t sound right.
Michael Chavis Grand Slam Lifts Pirates Over Cardinals 9-4
Pirates Ride Great Defense and Michael Chavis Slam to First Victory of 2022
Why Can’t the Pirates Lineup Just Make Sense
Believe it or not, I don’t expect to agree with every move made by the Pirates. I certainly don’t expect to agree with every move Derek Shelton makes, but is it too much to ask that the lineup at least make some semblance of sense?
Offensive Struggles Continue in Pirates 6-2 Loss to Cardinals
Bucs fall again to Cardinals, offense continues to sputter.
Roansy Contreras Gets the Call Up
Well, it’s earlier than anyone would have assumed, but Roansy Contreras is getting the call up to the big club following the injury to Duane Underwood Jr.
Pirates Manage Zero Runs As Cardinals Dominate
4-8-22 By Craig W. Toth (aka @BucsBasement on Twitter) Every time my number is called to do the game recap for our site, I start to experience the same emotions I imagine a candidate running for office must feel; as they prepare for an impending victory or concession speech. Just before the game starts, inContinue reading “Pirates Manage Zero Runs As Cardinals Dominate”
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