The Pittsburgh Pirates made a flurry of roster moves before Thursday evening’s game in Anaheim against the Los Angeles Angels. Struggling outfielder Jack Suwinski has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. Pitcher Mike Burrows and outfielder Matt Gorski have been recalled from Indianapolis. In other moves, pitcher Justin Lawrence was placed on the 15-day injured list with … [Read more...] about Pirates Call Up Prospects, Send Down Suwinski in Roster Shuffle
80 Years Ago: Fans Threw Cushions, Bottles, and Fruit at Pirates and Cubs
On April 22, 1945, angry fans at Forbes Field, disappointed with their Pittsburgh Pirates, showered the field with seat cushions and more. The Pirates, preseason favorites to win the National League pennant, were in the process of losing a doubleheader to the Chicago Cubs by scores of 3-0 and 5-2. In the two games, the Pirates amassed a total of eight hits. 1945: Cushions, … [Read more...] about 80 Years Ago: Fans Threw Cushions, Bottles, and Fruit at Pirates and Cubs
Pirates Should Send Struggling Outfielder Suwinski to Triple-A
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jack Suwinski is struggling mightily and might benefit from some time at Triple-A Indianapolis. It’s no secret that the Pirates offense has had a rocky start to the season. As a team, they’re hitting .206/.289/.320, finally getting the batting average past the Mendoza line after their just-completed homestand. At 8-15, they’re in last place in the … [Read more...] about Pirates Should Send Struggling Outfielder Suwinski to Triple-A
70 Years Ago: Clemente Made His Major League Debut
On April 17, 1955, Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Roberto Clemente made his major league debut in Game 1 of a doubleheader. The anniversary was commemorated in the morning at a ceremony where Three Rivers Stadium once stood, although the Pirates’ home was Forbes Field at the time. Roberto Clemente, Jr., threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the afternoon 1-0 victory … [Read more...] about 70 Years Ago: Clemente Made His Major League Debut
Bullpen Pitchers Have Been Pirates’ Unsung Heroes So Far
Overlooked in the disappointing 7-12 record of the Pittsburgh Pirates is the recent performance of the bullpen. First, the bad: Two-time All-Star David Bednar is 0-2 in three games. Eighth-inning specialist Colin Holderman has two blown saves. Bednar is currently pitching with Triple-A Indianapolis. Holderman is on the injured list. Pirates fans were already upset that Aroldis … [Read more...] about Bullpen Pitchers Have Been Pirates’ Unsung Heroes So Far