Tag Archives: Pittsburgh

Southpaw Strategy

4-4-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Out of the gate this season, the Pirates have faced 7 straight right handed starting pitchers. Given that the 13-man position player pool consists of 6 who can hit left-handed, one would presume a fairly equal split on both sides of the plate. Much of those lefties includeContinue reading “Southpaw Strategy”

Starter Spotlight: Pepiot Pep Talk

4-2-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates desperately need some pop in their offense as the bats have gone completely cold. After scoring just one run so far this series and only mustering a single extra base hit, can they break through against the final starter, Ryan Pepiot? Pepiot, part of the returnContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Pepiot Pep Talk”

Pittsburgh Pirates Option David Bednar to AAA, Promote Thomas Harrington

The Pirates’ 2025 season raises uncertainty with a roster of question marks. Predictions vary, yet the urgency for improvement is clear as expectations linger.

Starter Spotlight: Walk of Shane

4-1-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X March was not a good start for the Pirates but as the calendar turns, could their luck turn as well? They’ll have to hope so as they face off against former Pirates first round draft pick, Shane Baz. The 12th overall pick in the 2017 draft, Baz wasContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Walk of Shane”

Pittsburgh Pirates add Alexander Canario in deal with New York Mets

3-31-25 – Ethan S. Smith – @mvp_EtHaN The Pittsburgh Pirates made an addition to their roster on Monday night, acquiring 24-year old outfielder Alexander Canario from the New York Mets for cash considerations, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com Canario was designated for assignment prior to Opening Day by the Mets, who acquired him from theContinue reading “Pittsburgh Pirates add Alexander Canario in deal with New York Mets”

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Failure to Launch

The Pirates face tough competition after a poor Miami series. Oneil Cruz remains pivotal despite criticism, while concerns about player positions and offense persist early in the season.

Starter Spotlight: Just Like You Drew It Up

3–31-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X You can’t win every game but you can’t lose every game either, hopefully. Sometimes, things don’t go as you plan and today’s opposing starter knows that all too well. The Pirates head to the west side of the state to face the Tampa Bay Rays and Drew Rasmussen,Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Just Like You Drew It Up”

Series Preview: Pirates (1-3) at Rays (2-1)

3-31-25 – By Corey Shrader – @CoreyShrader on X The Bucs remain in the Sunshine State for series two of the 2025 season – this time, to square off with the Tampa Bay Rays. While Pittsburgh is coming off of a frustrating series against the Marlins, Tampa Bay is fresh off of a 2-1 series win versusContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (1-3) at Rays (2-1)”

Instant takeaways from Pirates opening series loss to the Marlins

3-30-25 – Ethan S. Smith – @mvp_EtHaN Well, the Pirates began their campaign in the same stadium as they did last season, with four games against the Miami Marlins, who are projected to be one of the worst clubs in MLB this year. Last season, Pittsburgh rocketed out of the gate against the Fish, sweepingContinue reading “Instant takeaways from Pirates opening series loss to the Marlins”