We aren’t here to be cheerleaders for Mr. Cherington, we are here to take an objective look at these values, perhaps even a cold approach, and evaluate possible trades and the actual returns from a monetary approach and today I feel like the cashier shorted me on my change and the manager just isn’t listening.
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Jacob Stallings Is On The Move
11-29-21 By Craig W. Toth (aka @BucsBasement on Twitter) A little over three weeks ago Jacob Stallings was announced as the first Pirates Gold Glove Catcher since Mike LaValliere, all the way back in 1987. Today he is one of the newest members of the Miami Marlins. Isn’t it crazy to think about how quicklyContinue reading “Jacob Stallings Is On The Move”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five
Hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving being with family and friends, I for one feel like I start every family function with an impromptu half hour Pirates Q&A. So, in the spirit of coming together and trying like hell to have good conversations let’s dig in to today’s Five Thoughts.
Arbitration Tender Deadline Moved Up, Who’s Safe, Who’s Not?
These decisions deserve a bit more thought than just believing they haven’t been good enough. That’s of course true, but I can’t ignore that replacements might be similar and cost more.
Pirates Resign Yoshi Tsutsugo for 2022
First of all, Happy Thanksgiving everyone, if this news didn’t break last night chances are I’m writing a longer form message like that, but Ben Cherington seems addicted to making moves on holidays, so here we are.
Pirates Fans Are Sold On Suzuki
Obviously this is not universal belief held by all fans of the Pittsburgh Baseball Club; mostly because some people view it as a pipe dream not even worth discussing. However, for the most part, Pirates Fans have taken to social media in order to add recently posted Japanese Outfielder Seiya Suzuki to ever growing listContinue reading “Pirates Fans Are Sold On Suzuki”
Two Guys Talkin’ Trades
In this installment we will be taking a look at David Bednar’s trade value. I have to admit, I’ve tried to start this a few times and I just couldn’t get it going, as I just can’t make sense of moving Bednar right now for a few reasons
We Should Absolutely Expect Improvement in 2022
Language is so important, so note I’m not saying we will absolutely see improvement, I’m specifically saying we should expect it.
Ben Cherington Is Gambling With Pirates Young Pitchers
I’m really not much of a gambler. The last time I placed a bet on a game was 21 years ago in college, I don’t play the lottery, the only scratchers I get are from my family for Christmas and I’ve never walked into a casino with more than 50 bucks in my pocket; whileContinue reading “Ben Cherington Is Gambling With Pirates Young Pitchers”
Pirates Find Their First Real Bargain Of The Off-Season
In a Zoom call with the Pittsburgh Sports Media, a few days before Halloween, Ben Cherington addressed several topics, including their impending entrance into the free agent market. Prior to the following statement being made on the subject, and even a few times since, Pirates Fans have continually pushed the envelope concerning the types ofContinue reading “Pirates Find Their First Real Bargain Of The Off-Season”
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