Tag Archives: Prospects

The Pirates are Playing Better Baseball, Where Does 2025 Go From Here?

Gary Morgan reflects on the Pirates’ season under new coach Don Kelly, noting improvements in player performance and strategy, while also highlighting ongoing challenges and transitions ahead.

Starter Spotlight: Ryne Time

5-26-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After a successful home-stand which ended on a bit of a sour note, the Bucs head to the Copper State to face the Arizona Diamondbacks, who have Ryne Nelson on the bump for the first game of the set. The Pirates battered Nelson a bit last time theyContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Ryne Time”

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Memorial Day Edition

The Pirates have shown improvement recently, with Oneil Cruz thriving. However, uncertainty surrounds the team’s management and potential coaching changes. Endy Rodriguez’s future remains unclear as well.

Starter Spotlight: Logan’s Run

5-25-2025 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading into the final game of the homestead with a shot at taking 3 of 4 from the rival Brewers, the Pirates have been riding high on some late-game heroics. While they need to find a way to break-through against starting pitchers, runs may be tough to findContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Logan’s Run”

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – Sure, Fire Cherington, but the Damage is Done

The Pittsburgh Pirates face significant challenges this season, mainly their offensive struggles and injuries, leading to doubts about their rebuild strategy and roster decisions.

Trading Paul Skenes Would be a Gigantic Mistake

The article discusses potential trade candidates for the Pirates, emphasizing the need for offensive talent while evaluating the trade value and prospects of players like Mitch Keller and Joey Bart.

Gary’s Five Pirates Thoughts – NL East Swing Immediate Test for Kelly and Crew

Gary Morgan discusses managerial changes in the Pirates, highlighting the need for better performance. He criticizes Derek Shelton’s management while addressing team challenges, including calls for player call-ups and small ball strategies.

Players the Pirates Should Consider Trading, but I’d Rather it not be Cherington

The article discusses potential trade candidates for the Pirates, emphasizing the need for offensive talent while evaluating the trade value and prospects of players like Mitch Keller and Joey Bart.

Regardless of Who’s in Charge, Pirates Have to Trade a Few Guys

Reflections on baseball management reveal a paralyzed franchise, questioning decision-making in light of uncertain futures and poor talent development, leaving fans and players disillusioned.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are Trapped in a Cage of Their Own Design

Reflections on baseball management reveal a paralyzed franchise, questioning decision-making in light of uncertain futures and poor talent development, leaving fans and players disillusioned.