It should be no surprise that Francisco Liriano and Melky Cabrera made the opening day roster. The maniacs in the comments sections of DKPittsburghSports (subscription required) are pointing at both as being examples of the Pirates sucking. These same people would have criticized it had they been cut. Last season Liriano held players the first time … Continue reading
I’m a fan first and an analyst second. I’m also an independent thinker who is usually skeptical of the mob reaction. Since many people are negative and like spewing their negativity over everything, the mob will be out in full force cursing this trade. That doesn’t mean they’re necessarily wrong, but it doesn’t mean they’re … Continue reading
I know the best Pirates blogs don’t throw hypothetical trade ideas around. But, this is not one of the best Pirates blogs. I love Mark Melancon and think he is a key reason the Pirates have been as successful as they have been this season. But, as great as he has been, he is replaceable. … Continue reading
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