Tag Archives: St. Louis Cardinals

Starter Spotlight: Southpaw Showdown

7-24-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After a heart-wrenching loss last night, the Pirates will look to win the rubber match today, sending veteran lefty, Martín Pérez, who will face off against fellow southpaw Matthew Liberatore in what will likely be a bullpen game for the visiting Red Birds. Liberatore has bounced between theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Southpaw Showdown”

Starter Spotlight: These Bucs Don’t F-LYNN-ch

7-23-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Another day, another rematch from earlier this season in today’s game as the Pirates face veteran and long-time foe in Lance Lynn, who enters tonight’s game with some dismal numbers both on the season (4.39 ERA and -0.6 bWAR) and his in career against the Pirates (5.34 ERAContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: These Bucs Don’t F-LYNN-ch”

Starter Spotlight: My Rematch With Andre

7-22-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Last time Andre Pallante faced off against the Pirates, he came away with a no decision despite tossing 7 innings of 4-hit, 1-run ball in an eventual 3-2 win by the Cardinals. It was the best performance of the season for the Red Birds righty and one theContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: My Rematch With Andre”

Series Preview: Cardinals (52-47) at Pirates (50-49)

7-22-24 – By Michael Castrignano –@412DoublePlay on X The Pirates and Cardinals meet for a three game series, each fresh off taking 2 of 3 from an NL East playoff contender and with some high stakes at play. They’ve taken vastly different routes to get where they are – with the Pirates relying on a youthContinue reading “Series Preview: Cardinals (52-47) at Pirates (50-49)”

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.

Starter Spotlight: Looking For A Pallante-Cleansing Series Win

7-4-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Happy Independence Day, Pirates fans! Hoping to continue some of the fireworks from last night, the Bucs will look to win the rubber match in their matchup today facing Andre Pallante. Pallante enters play today with a 4-3 record, 4.50 ERA and 1.58 ERA over 38 innings thusContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Looking For A Pallante-Cleansing Series Win”

Starter Spotlight: Not Your Grandfather’s Gibson

7-2-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X It’s been nearly 50 years since the Cardinals had a starting pitcher with the surname Gibson – and while today’s starter doesn’t have the hall of fame trajectory of his predecessor, the Pirates will still have barriers to beating their opponent in tonight’s match: Kyle Gibson. Signed thisContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Not Your Grandfather’s Gibson”

Series Preview: Cardinals (43-40) at Pirates (40-43)

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face the St. Louis Cardinals, each aiming for a crucial series win. Key pitchers and hitters to watch. Watch the offense vs. starting pitching.

Starter Spotlight: Shades of Gray

6-12-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X Signed to a free agent contract for 3 years, $75M this past off-season, Sonny Gray was an AL Cy Young runner up in 2023, finishing with a 2.79 ERA, 3.64 xFIP and 2.83 FIP. This year, the 34-year old has seen a small spike in his ERA to 3.29 butContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Shades of Gray”