Pittsburgh Pirates history has produced many notable pitching performances, so much so that this must be presented in two parts. Now that the reader has digested Part 1, we continue with the much-anticipated, eagerly awaited Part 2. Pirates History Includes Tales of Great Pitching 5. Law, with a Little Help from His Friend July 19, 1955, Pirates 4, Milwaukee Braves 3 at Forbes … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Pitching Performances in Pirates History – Part 2
The Top 10 Pitching Performances in Pirates History – Part 1
The Pittsburgh Pirates franchise is known for great hitters (although not recently) but their pitchers have produced some highlights, too. Thus, I present a totally subjective, completely unscientific look at the top 10 single-game pitching performances in Pirates history. So, let’s get to the first half without any further ado, without even bothering to question exactly what … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Pitching Performances in Pirates History – Part 1
Help Wanted: Pirates Need Corner Outfield Bats and Relief Pitching
The offseason shopping list for the Pittsburgh Pirates includes corner outfielders and bullpen help, most likely via trade. So says Pittsburgh Post-Gazette beat writer Noah Hiles, who covered the winter meetings and came away with the impression that the Pirates are looking for a corner outfield bat, with little recognition of the need to address the bullpen. This means the … [Read more...] about Help Wanted: Pirates Need Corner Outfield Bats and Relief Pitching
Pirates Swap Starter to Guardians for First Baseman
On Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded starting pitcher Luis Ortiz to the Cleveland Guardians for infielder Spencer Horwitz. It’s the proverbial good deal for both teams. Cleveland was looking for starting pitching while Horwitz is expected to step in as the Pirates’ first baseman. The Pirates included pitching prospects Michael Kennedy and Josh Hartle in the deal. We have … [Read more...] about Pirates Swap Starter to Guardians for First Baseman
A Pirates Slugger, Italian Meats and Cheeses, a Reds Pitcher, and a Dentist
The story of slugging outfielder Dino Restelli is one of the great mysteries in the history of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates acquired him in a trade with the San Francisco Seals of the Pacific Coast League on June 10, 1949. After a surprising 83-71 record and fourth-place finish in 1948, the Bucs were looking to be a factor in the National League in 1949. Alas, on June … [Read more...] about A Pirates Slugger, Italian Meats and Cheeses, a Reds Pitcher, and a Dentist