9-20-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Heading into the weekend series in Cincinnati, the Pirates will face Nick Martinez again, who started against the Bucs in their August 25th matchup, pitching 3 innings and allowed 2 runs (1 earned) off 5 hits with no walks and one strikeout. This was a spot-start for Martinez,Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Shaken Martinez”
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Series Preview: Nationals (62-77) at Pirates (65-74)
The Pittsburgh Pirates recently faced the Chicago Cubs, but the story is the no-hit game. Now, they prepare for a series against the Washington Nationals. Players’ recent performances and key injuries are also highlighted.
Series Preview: Cubs (65-66) at Pirates (62-68)
The Pirates are set to face the Cubs in the last full series of August 2024. Important matchups, player performances, key injuries, and expectations for the series are highlighted.
Starter Spotlight: Carson Spiers Round Three (Updated to Nick Martinez)
8-24-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X UPDATE: Starting pitcher changed to Nick Martinez – who enters today with a 6-6 record and 3.64 ERA through 101.1 innings this season. He started the year in the rotation but pitched relief from May through July before returning to starting this month. He has a 2.72 ERAContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Carson Spiers Round Three (Updated to Nick Martinez)”
Starter Spotlight: Julian Aguiar
8-23-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After taking the first two games of the series, the Pirates are poised for their first winning streak since July 28-30. They’ll be facing off against Julian Aguiar, the MLB Pipeline’s 11th ranked prospect for the Reds making his second MLB start after going 4 innings of 4-hit,Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Julian Aguiar “
Starter Spotlight: Abbott Time For Some Wins
8-23-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates managed to get to Nick Lodolo in their rematch with him yesterday. Can they repeat the feat against his fellow rotation southpaw, Andrew Abbott? While this is Abbott’s first start against the Pirates this season, he saw them twice last year, allowing 4 runs off 8Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Abbott Time For Some Wins”
Starter Spotlight: Unload On Lodolo
8-22-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Short road trip and back at PNC, the Pirates will host the Reds and southpaw Nick Lodolo, who tossed 7 frames of 1-run ball during Cincinnati’s last trek to Pittsburgh but has struggled since that strong outing. In Lodolo’s last 9 games, he is 1-3 with a 7.15Continue reading “Starter Spotlight: Unload On Lodolo”
Series Preview: Pirates (58-65) at Rangers (57-68)
8-19-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter Two teams that still have a winning record within reach, two teams that probably have lost the dream of making the playoffs in 2024. The Rangers have struggled with pitching, the Pirates have struggled with offense. Neither are exactly where they want to be. Let’s get in there…Continue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (58-65) at Rangers (57-68)”
Series Preview: Mariners (63-59) at Pirates (56-64)
The Pittsburgh Pirates face disappointment and pressure to improve, while the Seattle Mariners showcase strong pitching but struggle offensively. Both teams aim to revive their playoff hopes.
Know Your Enemy – July Edition
The NL Central first half report highlights the competitive landscape, including Milwaukee’s dominant performance, St. Louis’s overachieving, and opportunities for Cincinnati and Chicago to improve. Key players and prospects are also discussed, setting the stage for an exciting second half.
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