On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced three roster moves after announcing that two players would begin rehab assignments. Let’s look at the impact these moves will have on the Pirates in the near and distant future. Pirates Roster Moves and Rehab Assignments Portend More Shuffling Starting pitcher Jared Jones and outfielder Joshua Palacios joined the Triple-A … [Read more...] about Pirates Roster Moves and Rehab Assignments Portend More Roster Shuffling
One Pirates Pitcher Should Have a More Important Bullpen Role
As their bullpen continues to blow leads and rake up demoralizing losses, the Pittsburgh Pirates should look to Kyle Nicolas. This past weekend at home against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Pirates lost two of three. They could have won all three games with effective performances from the bullpen. On Friday night, the Pirates lost, 9-8, when three relievers gave up three runs … [Read more...] about One Pirates Pitcher Should Have a More Important Bullpen Role
Pirates Star Isn’t Changing Positions, Despite Public Outcry
On Wednesday evening, three errors by Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz renewed the outcry to move him off shortstop. That night, the Pirates suffered a disappointing 5-4 loss against the Astros in Houston. It prevented the Bucs from sweeping the series after winning the first two games. A solid outing by surprise starter Jake Woodford, making his Pirates debut, was … [Read more...] about Pirates Star Isn’t Changing Positions, Despite Public Outcry
Veteran Red Sox Reliever Chooses Free Agency Over Minors
After being designated for assignment by the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, right-handed reliever Chase Anderson cleared waivers on Thursday. He was outrighted to Triple-A Worcester but declined the option. It is expected that the 36-year-old will now become a free agent, according to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo. That makes Anderson eligible to sign with any team interested in … [Read more...] about Veteran Red Sox Reliever Chooses Free Agency Over Minors
Under-Radar Minor League Deal May Be Best Of All For Pirates
One trade deadline deal that got overlooked brought Baltimore Orioles prospect Billy Cook to the Pittsburgh Pirates. To get Cook, the Pirates gave up pitcher Patrick Reilly. The trade was made before Tuesday’s 6:00 PM Eastern deadline but announced much later. Perhaps the timing of the announcement and its insignificance to the 2024 pennant races caused the media (including me) … [Read more...] about Under-Radar Minor League Deal May Be Best Of All For Pirates