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Bucs Prospect Watch – Termarr Johnson

Termarr Johnson, the Pirates’ fourth overall pick in 2022, has shown different performance than expected. While stats are disappointing, his strong strike zone awareness bodes well for future success.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Ready or Not, Here Comes Baseball

As the baseball season nears, reflections on team decisions and draft outcomes reveal mixed feelings on the Pirates’ potential, roster depth, and management accountability heading into 2025.

At Hor-witz End: Why Spencer Horwitz Might Be The Pirates MVP in 2025

2-7-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It’s been a fairly tepid off-season for the Pirates. After spending $33.2M on free agents last year and entering the season pledging that the goal was to win the division, they limped down the stretch en route to another 5th place finish. This off-season, they have been lessContinue reading “At Hor-witz End: Why Spencer Horwitz Might Be The Pirates MVP in 2025”

Projecting the Pirates is as Hard as Being a Fan

The author reflects on the challenges of being a Pirates fan, addressing team projections and fan experiences amidst frustration over management while maintaining a deep love for baseball.

Why Not Alex Verdugo?

Alex Verdugo can be a quality signing for the 2025 Pirates, if they decide to get it done. I’m not saying he’s the key link to winning the division. But he’s a good player who has a good shot at a big bounce back season. The rest of his career shows he’s capable.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Great Scott

2-3-25 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on X There is going to be actual Pirates baseball this month. Man, that feels nice to say. So let’s not waste time and jump right into it today… 1. The Case for Mike Burrows There’s been a lot of supposing about the Pirates 5th starter. Mostly focused on theContinue reading “Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Great Scott”

2025 Player Profile – Johan Oviedo

2/1/25 – Ethan S. Smith – @mvp_EtHaN/@LockedOnPirates The 2025 campaign will see tons of returns for the Pittsburgh Pirates, with a slew of 40-man roster players returning from season-ending injuries last year, and one of the biggest returns come in Johan Oviedo. Oviedo, 27 in March, is hopeful to return to the starting rotation thisContinue reading “2025 Player Profile – Johan Oviedo”

Helter Skelter, Derek Shelton

1-31-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X ‘Helter skelter,’ a phrase meaning “in undue haste, confusion, or disorder,” feels a fairly appropriate way to describe how this rebuild has unfolded. Messy trades, confusing signings and inability to properly develop impact bats within the system are just a few issues plaguing this squad. And now, headingContinue reading “Helter Skelter, Derek Shelton”

Pirates Add Three Lefties, Two Pitchers and a Utility Player

The Pirates signed three players to add depth: relievers Tim Mayza and Ryan Borucki, and utility player Adam Frazier, though none are expected to be game-changers.