This offseason, the payroll will increase. Some players will be rewarded in arbitration, probably looking at another extension or two and yes, they’ll have to add payroll either in free agency or via trades.
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Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)
10/1/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Last game of the season and both teams were ready for the season to be over – though, arguably, for different reasons as the Bucs head into an October spent on the couch while the Marlins look forward to just the franchise’s fourth postseason appearance. Andre JacksonContinue reading “Eighth Inning Rally Gives Pirates Victory in Final Game of 2023 (76-86)”
Hump Day Pirates Q&A
Another awesome session, this one almost entirely driven on Twitter. Send me questions anytime you’d like during the week, I’ll always try to give you and your question an honest shake.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Yes, it’s a Losing Season…
The Pirates will finish the season with a losing record, just clinched that yesterday with their loss to the Reds. That said, the Pirates have done some excellent work in the second half of the season, much of it by guys who matter too.
Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)
9/24/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The late night excitement from the comeback win was still palpable early on in the game today as Quinn Priester looked to keep the momentum going against southpaw Brandon Williamson. It was a bit of a pitching duel early on today as these two combined to allowContinue reading “Priester Posts Quality Start But Pirates Drop Finale 4-2 (74-82)”
Derek Shelton Deserves Criticism and Praise for 2023
Nuance and social media have come to not often enjoy each other’s company. Everything tends to boil down to the harshest of outcomes.
Guys Like Palacios & Andujar are Forcing Decisions this Offseason for Pirates
Even as Joshua Palacios and Miguel Andujar continue to hit baseballs and contribute to the Pirates strong season finish, it’s not easy to place either on the 26-man roster to begin 2024.
Bucco Blasts: Palacios Earning Keep, Is 2024 Contention Realistic?
Don’t you hate it when life gets in the way? Well after a bit of time without Bucco Blasts, we’re bringing it right back to you as the season starts to wind down for the Pirates.
Hump Day Pirates Q&A
Lots of roster questions this week, good stuff everyone. These things are as good as you make them. Pardon my wedding story at the beginning, I just had to.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – The 70 Win Mark
Today is a big long look at what’s coming. Not the end of the season, but how this whole thing will progress.
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