While the website publishing “Bucco Blasts” has changed, the content will be staying the same. That’s the cool thing about this lateral move that Gary and Co. have afforded me. I came to Gary asking if I could continue this weekly piece and he obliged.
Tag Archives: Pittsburgh
A Healthy Hayes Does Wonders for Buccos
As 2023 began, it seemed Hayes was entering the season healthy and ready to do some damage. Up until about a month ago, Hayes’ glove proceeded anything he did offensively.
Questioning the Pirates Coaching Decisions
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-jrtjp-149178c Craig and Chris discuss the assistance Jon Nunnally has given Ke’Bryan Hayes throughout his career, and their confidence level in Pirates Manager Derek Shelton. At the end, they throw in who Craig believes will be the two September call-ups. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joinsContinue reading “Questioning the Pirates Coaching Decisions”
Oviedo, Hayes Lead Pirates To Victory (59-73)
8/28/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Leaving Pittsburgh following a lackluster loss to division-rival Cubs yesterday, Pirates likely felt that they were better than they showed. Today, they proved it against basement-dwelling Kansas City Royals as offense, defense and pitching all clicked as the Bucs won the opener 5-0. Alfonso Rivas got theContinue reading “Oviedo, Hayes Lead Pirates To Victory (59-73)”
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Excuses & Band Aids, The Bill Always Comes Due
I’m going to say a ton today, so I’m not going to spend much time up here. Let’s get into it.
Pirates Drop Series Final Game Against Cubs 10-1 (58-73)
8/27/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter The Chicago Cubs have had Pirates’ number this year, besting them 9 of 10 times this season prior to the game today. Cubs plated a run in the first inning as Nico Hoerner led off with a double to left center and scored on a Cody BellingerContinue reading “Pirates Drop Series Final Game Against Cubs 10-1 (58-73)”
Minor League News And Brews: The Other Side Of The Coin
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-p2phk-148b959 Craig explains his reasoning for following the Pirates Minor League System so closing; then, goes on to explore why others may get frustrated with the discussions surrounding prospects by digging into the numbers on breakout candidates from previous seasons, and the success rate of the Pirates Top 10 Prospects since 2019. Craig Toth coversContinue reading “Minor League News And Brews: The Other Side Of The Coin”
Hump Day Pirates Q&A
Lots of roster questions this week, good stuff everyone. These things are as good as you make them.
Finding Production On The Pirates Roster Moving Forward
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-3tidf-1489200 Craig and Chris discuss how the Pirates are approaching development with Endy Rodriguez, concerns they may have about making acquisitions in the off-season and a legend that could end up sticking around just a little bit too long. Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins hisContinue reading “Finding Production On The Pirates Roster Moving Forward”
Pirates Have Another Huge Inning, Outlast Cardinals 6-3(57-69)
08/22/23 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_Ethan on Twitter The Pittsburgh Pirates have the St. Louis Cardinals number right now, outlasting the Red Birds 6-3 on Tuesday night to pick up the series victory. Unlike Monday night, the offense started slow for both sides, with Adam Wainwright and Johan Oviedo pitching the first three framesContinue reading “Pirates Have Another Huge Inning, Outlast Cardinals 6-3(57-69)”
Steel City Pirates 