6-21-2024 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Tampa Bay Rays come to town and, although they are currently near the bottom of their division, they are never to be taken lightly. Toeing the rubber tonight will be young righty Ryan Pepiot, who was acquired from the Dodgers this offseason as part of the TylerContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Pop Off Against Pepiot”
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Series Preview: Rays (35-39) at Pirates (36-38)
6-21-24 – By Ethan Smith – @mvp_EtHaN The Pittsburgh Pirates, coming off of four series victories in their past five series, welcome the Tampa Bay Rays to PNC for City Connect Weekend. Pittsburgh got a massive series victory over the Cincinnati Reds to kick off their week, a series that featured a ton of greatContinue reading “Series Preview: Rays (35-39) at Pirates (36-38)”
They’re Far from Perfect, but Can this Pirates Team Force Their GM’s Hand?
The article discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates’ current performance and potential for improvement. It highlights the team’s strengths, weaknesses, and the importance of upcoming games for their playoff hopes.
From Saxophone to the Mound, Carlson Reed Finding his Footing in Professional Baseball
Carlson Reed, a promising pitching prospect, has transitioned from college reliever to impressive starter with the Bradenton team. His development and influence of coaches are key in his journey. Keep an eye on his progress.
Luis Ortiz has been impressive, and he may have carved out a role on this team after all
Ethan Smith highlights Luis Ortiz’s resurgence with the Pittsburgh Pirates, excelling in a newfound role and providing reliability amid pitching challenges.
Five Pirates Thoughts at Five – Finally Facing the Entire Division
The Pirates are set to face the Reds for the first time in 2024. Both teams are in a tight division with young talent. Bryan Reynolds is performing well offensively for the Pirates, while Jared Triolo has adapted to a utility role. Oneil Cruz and Elly De La Cruz have their similarities and differences, while Andy Haines’ hitting philosophy is misunderstood. The Pirates’ deadline priorities include acquiring a left-handed power bat, a back-end reliever, and a catcher.
Series Preview: Reds (34-37) at Pirates (34-37)
6-17-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Pirates head home to face divisional foe Cincinnati Reds with both teams having their eyes on October baseball and reigniting the fires of rivalry in their first series of the season. This is also a first matchup of the tallest shortstops in baseball as MLB’s stolen base leaderContinue reading “Series Preview: Reds (34-37) at Pirates (34-37)”
Jared Jones is Having a Rookie Season, not Regressing
6-16-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter It’s a fine line between Phenom and flame out, especially for fans. Personally, I expect to feel just about every range of emotion a fan can have during a rookie season, hell, I expect it for the first 2 or 3 seasons with most guys. Jared Jones isContinue reading “Jared Jones is Having a Rookie Season, not Regressing”
The Pirates Patience is Unpopular with Fans, but Sometimes it’s Necessary
6-15-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on Twitter I’m as impatient as the next guy. You may not see me tweet or post on Facebook every time a hitter stares at strike three over the heart, but if they ever get that future downfall of society brain implant thing that instantly sends our thoughts out, well,Continue reading “The Pirates Patience is Unpopular with Fans, but Sometimes it’s Necessary”
Series Preview: Pirates (32-36) at Rockies (24-44)
6-14-24 – By Gary Morgan – @garymo2007 on X The Rockies enter just about every season as a bit of an enigma. They almost always have a couple exiting young players. They almost always have some long in the tooth veterans. And while their record every bit says they should be one of the few ready to consider themselvesContinue reading “Series Preview: Pirates (32-36) at Rockies (24-44)”
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