John Jaso thriving in bench role

Pittsburgh Pirates’ first baseman John Jaso is every fan’s favorite whipping boy. But a clarification of his role has done wonders…

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The Pittsburgh Pirates need to stop playing John Jaso in right field

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been playing John Jaso in right field. This needs to come to an end sooner rather…

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John Jaso Has Clear Path to Rebound in 2017

To say the 2016 season was a disappointing one for Pittsburgh Pirates’ first baseman John Jaso would be an understatement….

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The Numbers Behind John Jaso’s Summer Swoon

Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman John Jaso has been in a prolonged and agonizing decline. After an April that saw him…

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John Jaso’s Early May Struggles Examined

John Jaso was the straw that stirred the Pittsburgh Pirates run-creation drink in the first month of the season. Earlier…

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John Jaso and his value to the Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates took an unconventional approach to filling the first base position for 2016 and now are reaping the…

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The Numbers Behind John Jaso’s Early Success

To say nothing of his more-than-capable defense at first base, John Jaso has been a revelation at the top spot…

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Pirates experiment, use John Jaso at lead-off

Pittsburgh Pirates experiment, try John Jaso at lead-off spot.   Over the course of spring training, many different lineups are…

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John Jaso’s transition to first base not uncommon amongst Major Leaguers

The Pittsburgh Pirates have had some difficulty in finding a viable first base option in recent years. Can John Jaso…

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A change of scenery may be all John Jaso needs

John Jaso will man first base for the Pittsburgh Pirates with a large cloud of uncertainty above him. Perhaps a…

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Pittsburgh Pirates 2016 Projections – John Jaso

Can Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman John Jaso eclipse his 2016 projections?   This off-season, the writers at Pirates Breakdown will…

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ player with most to prove at mini-camp

Winter has finally arrived with a vengeance in Pittsburgh. There’s snow on the ground and it’s bitterly cold. It would…

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Pittsburgh Pirates player comparison: John Jaso vs. Pedro Alvarez

In case you haven’t been paying attention, the Pittsburgh Pirates began this offseason by officially non-tendering first baseman Pedro Alvarez. The…

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