7-18-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It’s a “battle of the bads” as two of the worst teams in MLB will face off to open the second half of the MLB season with the Pittsburgh Pirates hosting the Chicago White Sox this weekend. While the White Sox had no aspirations for success in 2025,Continue reading “Series Preview: Chicago White Sox (32-65) at Pittsburgh Pirates (39-58)”
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The Pittsburgh Pirates Second Half is a Fork in the Road
The Pirates face critical decisions: pursue a full rebuild or make adjustments for immediate improvement. Ownership frustrations and future strategy impact the team’s direction significantly.
Pirates add infielder Cam Devanney from Royals in trade for Adam Frazier
7-16-2025 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN on X The Pittsburgh Pirates and general manager Ben Cherington began their assumed busy trade deadline period over the next few weeks on Wednesday, adding infielder Cam Devanney from the Kansas City Royals for utility-man Adam Frazier. Frazier, 33 returns to the Royals after spending the entirety of theContinue reading “Pirates add infielder Cam Devanney from Royals in trade for Adam Frazier”
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – New Blood Meets Bad Blood
The Pirates struggle to adapt their offensive approach, while young talents like Edward Florentino and Konnor Griffin offer hope for the future amid significant changes in baseball.
Starter Spotlight: Some ASMR For SWR
7-13-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Entering the final game before the All Star Break, the Pirates are badly in need of a win as they have lost 8 straight and are in danger of back-to-back-to-back sweeps on the road. Opposing them today hoping to finish their fate is Twins starter Simeon Woods Richardson,Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Some ASMR For SWR”
Starter Spotlight: Sands of Time
7-12-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After yet another poor offensive showing, the Pirates will see a bullpen game in the second match of the weekend series with Cole Sands up first to face the bumbling Bucco bats with Travis Adams likely to follow in a bulk innings role. Sands is typically a SIRPContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Sands of Time”
How Could the 2026 Bullpen Take Shape?
7-12-25 – By Josh Poe – @DaRealHanYolo on X As we try to keep our sanity about the 2025 season, there is one thing I’m sure you’ve heard before: The Pirates will be better next year. As hope is at an all-time low, I don’t think it’s too complicated to see that the Pirates should be betterContinue reading “How Could the 2026 Bullpen Take Shape?”
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (38-56) at Minnesota Twins (45-48)
7-11-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X In search of a win to snap their six-game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Pirates continue their road trip into the Twin Cities for a three-game set with the Minnesota Twins. Last time out, the Buccos took one on the chin from the Kansas City Royals. Despite keepingContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (38-56) at Minnesota Twins (45-48)”
Starter Spotlight: This Offense Needs A Cup of Joe
7-11-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Another road series, another sweep as the Pirates offense continues to look like it needs a cold brew to start the game. Can the Buccos find success on the road? They head next to the Twin Cities to face the Minnesota newest minted All Star, Joe Ryan, who hasContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: This Offense Needs A Cup of Joe”
Starter Spotlight: Kris-tal Clear
7-9-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Offensive woes persist for the Bucs as the Pirates will hope to avoid being swept for a second straight series today as they finish the Royals series up against southpaw Kris Bubic. Bubic has quietly been one of the better pitchers in MLB this season with the 7thContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Kris-tal Clear”
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