7-1-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Pittsburgh’s offense has been rolling as they were able to shell Erick Fedde in the game yesterday after languishing against him in the previous few outings. Today’s starter, Andre Pallante, has been similarly dominant against the Pirates in his career to date. Pallante faced the Bucs three timesContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Beyond the Pail-lante”
Tag Archives: Pittsburgh Pirates
Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – A Winning Formula?
The Pirates dominated the Mets, showcasing improved offensive strategies focused on aggression and contact. Meanwhile, player trades are scrutinized, emphasizing the need for impactful decisions moving forward.
Starter Spotlight: Erick The Red Bird
6-30-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Following a series sweep, the Pirates welcome the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals to town as they once again will face Erick Fedde, who enters the day with a 3-7 record and 4.11 ERA through 87.2 innings pitched. While the 4.11 ERA isn’t necessarily awful on its face, FeddeContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Erick The Red Bird”
Starter Spotlight: Frankie Say Relax
6-29-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X With the potential for a rare sweep against the Mets today, the Pirates will look to continue riding this torrid offense against veteran Frankie Montas. Montas is in his 11th season with his 6th MLB team and, outside of a 5.5 year stretch with the Athletics, has beenContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Frankie Say Relax”
The Path Forward for this Pittsburgh Pirates Team
Gary Morgan discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates’ current struggles, potential trade strategies, and the importance of retaining key players like Paul Skenes without initiating another rebuild.
Starter Spotlight: Blackburn After Reading
6-28-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After an offensive outburst to open the series, the Pirates will look to continue the hot hitting against long-time Athletics arm, Paul Blackburn, who has been thrust back into the Mets rotation as injuries to starters pile up. Acquired from the A’s at last year’s trade deadline, BlackburnContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Blackburn After Reading”
Starter Spotlight: Ew, David!
6-27-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Back home in Pittsburgh, the Pirates welcome the NL East-leading Mets and lefty David Peterson, who enters with a strong 2.98 ERA through his first 90.2 innings pitched over his first 15 starts of the season. The Bucs last faced Peterson on May 12, where he stifled the PiratesContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Ew, David!”
Series Preview: New York Mets (48-34) at Pittsburgh Pirates (32-50)
6-27-2025 – By Josh Poe – @DaRealHanYolo on X The Pirates welcome the New York Mets to PNC Park this weekend. Pittsburgh will look to right the ship after four straight series losses. The Mets are somewhat in the same boat as they have been struggling lately as well. New York 3-10 over their last 13Continue reading “Series Preview: New York Mets (48-34) at Pittsburgh Pirates (32-50)”
Starter Spotlight: Business of Misiorowski
6-25-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates are in the business of misery but still have the chance at a series victory if they can prevail against rock-star rookie, Jacob Misiorowski who enters play today with a pristine 2-0 record, a 1.64 ERA and 0.55 WHIP. After surging through the minor leagues overContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Business of Misiorowski”
Two Guys Talkin’ Trades: It’s Closing Time
6-25-2025 – By Jud Verno – @JV_Pitt on X and Corey Shrader – @CoreyShrader on X Justin Verno: Another early edition of 2 Guys Talkin’ Trades? This is getting out of hand. And with the Boston Red Sox moving Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants, the timing here feels right. Corey Shrader: In late May, MLB TradeContinue reading “Two Guys Talkin’ Trades: It’s Closing Time”
Steel City Pirates 