There will be no collapse this year. This Pirates team is very good. They are brimming with confidence. It is palpable. I sincerely believe they might be the best team in baseball right now. Seriously. As fans who’ve had to endure 20 years of yuck, and two straight seasons of hopes crashing and burning, we … Continue reading
Starling Marte arrives to big leagues. I’ve mixed reviews on this. I’m all for it in the respect that the Bucs need a true professional corner left fielder. Left field has been well below competitive standards thus far this season. I’m unsure if Marte is seasoned enough, but if his mental makeup is strong, then … Continue reading
The Pirates bolster their rotation by bringing in a much needed LHP in Wandy Rodriguez. He will also provide depth to the rotation in case Jeff Karstens or Erik Bedard have further injuries. I suppose Robbie Grossman could develop into something we will regret having parted with, but I’m not sweating it. Rudy Owens would … Continue reading
“The moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one’s favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would come his … Continue reading
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