Tag Archives: Pittsburgh Pirates

The Ax Finally Falls

5-8-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It’s finally happened. After 746 games at the helm where he lost 440 of them, Derek Shelton is officially out as skipper of the Pittsburgh Pirates. What Comes Next? Well, for starters, Don Kelly has been named the interim manager after working as Shelton’s Bench Coach since 2020.Continue reading “The Ax Finally Falls”

Starter Spotlight: Gray and Getting Grayer

5-7-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X I’m bald. I’ve been bald for nearly 15 years – partly by choice and partly because of genetics mostly forcing my hand. But one thing that has been outside of both my and my genetics control is how quickly this team is turning what few hair I haveContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Gray and Getting Grayer”

The Pittsburgh Pirates are Trapped in a Cage of Their Own Design

Reflections on baseball management reveal a paralyzed franchise, questioning decision-making in light of uncertain futures and poor talent development, leaving fans and players disillusioned.

Starter Spotlight: Put The L In Liberatore

5-6-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates are looking in all the wrong places to find wins but hopefully a rematch against an opponent they’ve already defeated this year in Matthew Liberatore. Pirates faced Liberatore once already this season on April 7th and got to him for 5 runs off 8 hits withContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Put The L In Liberatore”

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sullen, Lifeless and Poorly Coached

Gary critiques the struggling Pirates, advocating for immediate changes, including firing the manager, revamping the roster with youth, and addressing poor scouting and coaching.

Starter Spotlight: Miles Away From Where We Need To Be

5-5-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X As the losing streak stretches to four games, the fan morale has never been lower. After entering this season with the team expressing confidence that they would be in playoff contention, there have been nothing but ineffective offense and inconsistent defense. Nevertheless, the Pirates head west to faceContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Miles Away From Where We Need To Be”

Starter Spotlight: Peak Pivetta

5-4-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X ***Disclaimer: The starting pitcher was changed to Stephen Kolek, who was recalled to start today’s game. It’s his first MLB game this season but he had a 5.21 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP last season in 46.2 innings pitched. He has control issues that Pirates may want toContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Peak Pivetta”

Starter Spotlight: Let’s Get Randy, Baby!

5-3-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Through very different ways, the Pirates were able to get Dylan Cease and Fernando Tatís Jr out of the game early last night; however, they were unable to capitalize as they lost once again. Today, they will square off against Randy Vasquez as they try to get theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Let’s Get Randy, Baby!”

April Ended, Did it End the Pirates Season Too?

The Pirates have struggled early this season, but potential for improvement exists. Key players may return, and young talent could reshape performance as the season progresses.