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The Pirates showed their backbone in withstanding a 9th inning HR from the Reds’ Ryan Ludwick off of Joel Hanrahan tying the game when they put back-to-back doubles on the board off of Reds’ closer Aroldis Chapman to retake the lead. From Clint Barmes and Michael McKenry no less. The Bucs are now two … Continue reading
I am predicting (and hoping) for a shake up in the Pirates’ starting rotation. With the struggling Charlie Morton going on the DL today being replaced on the roster by reliever Juan Cruz, a spot is open in the rotation. I will assume that when Tuesday rolls around and Morton’s spot in the rotation is … Continue reading
I’m so excited the Pirates have won four games in a row to reach .500. Fans of other teams might roll their eyes at that sort of statement, but it is my reality. When you purchase the Extra Innings year after year with little hope of watching more wins than losses, you jump at a … Continue reading
The Pirates have been desperate for offensive help, and the release of Nate McLouth and call-up of Matt Hague allow them to put a decent lineup on the field. Garrett Jones playing RF and batting 6th with Hague batting 7th at 1B provides some depth in the batting order. Keeping Josh Harrison in the lineup … Continue reading
It is becoming more apparent that the Yankees are more interested in unloading A.J. Burnett’s salary more than anything else and Burnett carries little trade value. The Pirates will most likely be able to acquire Burnett by taking on half his salary and throwing in a couple minor leaguers. The Yankees are desperate to keep … Continue reading
ESPN’s Buster Olney tweeted his speculation that the Pirates may trade Garrett Jones for A.J. Burnett. The Yankees have need of a left-handed bat and are looking to move Burnett. The Bucs have shown a willingness to take on payroll to acquire another starter. So it makes sense as far as that goes. It would … Continue reading
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