Pittsburgh Pirates All Stars and All Star Vacationers Relax and Recharge for Next Half
The nightmare that was two full summer days without baseball is now behind us. The Pittsburgh Pirates will now get started on their “second half” of 2016.
Baseball's back. #LetsGoBucs pic.twitter.com/SB4hdfJg0d
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) July 15, 2016
It’s time for Buccos fans to settle in for the second half of this 2016 season, which, in typical Pirates fashion, will be pivotal in the team’s hunt for post-season action. That doesn’t mean that we can’t spend a few more minutes, however, looking back at the week that was on Pirates social media.
The All-Star break afforded the guys some much-needed rest and recuperation from the arduous first half of the season. And they really took advantage of it…
Jared Hughes stayed local for the break – visiting some sites around western and central Pennsylvania.
Visited @FtNecessityNPS today. A fascinating history lesson on the beginning of George Washington's military career. pic.twitter.com/oJJIQirwHF
— Jared Hughes (@locatejared) July 13, 2016
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHvD_VbDIFZ/?taken-by=_jaredhughes
The rehabbing Francisco Cervelli starred in a new ad campaign for New Balance.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHnM9I5BPTq/?taken-by=fran_cervelli
And Andrew McCutchen showed off some new cap styles as well.
First look at my @NewEraCap Athlete Designed Collection exclusively available @champssports. Get'em now! pic.twitter.com/Jcc9qYziuq
— Andrew McCutchen (@TheCUTCH22) July 9, 2016
John Jaso also took in some history, getting a jump start on the time in DC by sightseeing and taking advantage of the numerous museums in the nation’s capital.
https://twitter.com/shannon_jaso/status/753006330932330496
With Pittsburgh being so close to Seven Springs Mountain Resort, a lot of Pirates players head there for some R&R – like Sean Rodriguez and his beautiful family and Matty Joyce and his, er…furry family.
All Star Break 2016 #zipline #🐴 #paddlebikes #bieber #sevensprings pic.twitter.com/vKbVCMoFVi
— Giselle Rodriguez (@Giselle69CRod) July 15, 2016
Enjoying the All-star break at #sevenspringsresort. This place is awesome! pic.twitter.com/yEYeqVTHDM
— Matthew Joyce (@sweetswingin20) July 12, 2016
Of course, while the rest of the team was out relaxing, Starling Marte and Mark Melancon were grinding it out in San Diego, representing the team and the National League in the All Star Game.
We are off! @Starlingmart San Diego #ASG pic.twitter.com/gy0jZ4hoAb
— Mark Melancon (@Mark_Melancon_) July 10, 2016
Mark Melancon is always a good follow on Twitter and Instagram and he worked extra hard to share his experience at the ASG with followers.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHxDvJdDamW/?taken-by=mark_melancon_
My brother @Yankees #ASG pic.twitter.com/VlTobhczXz
— Mark Melancon (@Mark_Melancon_) July 13, 2016
From the foul line! #ASG #PetcoPark pic.twitter.com/vSldWIaw3W
— Mark Melancon (@Mark_Melancon_) July 13, 2016
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHx87gxjQDL/?taken-by=mark_melancon_
Perhaps even bigger All Stars than the Pirates closer were his kids, who were by dad’s side along for every memorable moment – even signing autographs, and throwing a fit or two, on the red carpet.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHvf0jNjkGA/?taken-by=mark_melancon_
Family fun at the #HRDerby pic.twitter.com/DrXQwA3YEd
— Mark Melancon (@Mark_Melancon_) July 12, 2016
https://www.instagram.com/p/BH2oNq4Dwxk/?taken-by=mark_melancon_
And we have had it with all this red carpet stuff… Adios San Diego #ASG pic.twitter.com/GcJjpR8RdF
— Mark Melancon (@Mark_Melancon_) July 14, 2016
After a wild week of final fan voting, outfielder Starling Marte came in a close second to make the All Star Team, but ended up in San Diego, where he belonged, as an injury replacement for Yoenis Cespedes.
His family flew with the Melancons to San Diego and by the looks of it, his boys are experts in chill travel.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHswIawjjuQ/?taken-by=marte06
He kept the family vibe going out on the field – meeting up with some of his fellow Dominicans and their kids for some photo opps.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHvqpQ_jUJp/?taken-by=marte06
And celebrated getting a hit!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHz-UXPDNOO/?taken-by=marte06
Of course, fellow Pirates teammates cheered them on from vacay.
I see you Melancon and Marte!
— Andrew McCutchen (@TheCUTCH22) July 13, 2016
And we’d be remiss if we left out the Pirate Parrot – who was also taking in the All-Star festivities…
Helllooooooo San Diego!! #ASG2016 pic.twitter.com/lQg8SDpscI
— The Pirate Parrot (@Pirate_Parrot) July 12, 2016
Baseball is never that far from any player’s mind, regardless, and rookie pitcher Chad Kuhl, who starts in Sunday’s series finale against the Nats, shared a photo of some very meaningful balls added to his collection recently:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHxg5lCgkeh/?taken-by=chad_kuhl
Fellow starter Jameson Taillon spent the downtime working on his form.
. @JTaillon19 working on half kneeling stabilization at ball release @pirates #fsp #mlb #pitcher #fairchildren pic.twitter.com/VkJNfjHRDX
— FSP-Fairchild Sports (@FSP_training) July 13, 2016
And now for some random social media posts too good to not post…
In the “apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” category – check out this adorable split screen shot of Juan Nicasio and his little boy:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BH1J8d4hG9q/?taken-by=juan_nicasio
Avid outdoorsman Jordy Mercer reminds everyone in Buccoland to take advantage of next Wednesday night’s (July 24) unique promotion at PNC.
Don't forget, July 24 is Paddle at the Park- https://t.co/fNUotwJ1id Bucs game, a kayak from @pelicansport & a sweet way to see the Burgh!!
— Jordy Mercer (@jordy_mercer) July 11, 2016
And in a somber note, we here at Pirates Breakdown send our sincerest condolences to Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown on the loss of his mother. We’re keeping you in our thoughts, Brownie.
That’s what’s happening in the Pirates’ social media world this week. The Bucs take on the Nationals tonight at 7:05 p.m. Happy Baseball is Back weekend and #LetsGoBucs
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