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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call- Nova rocked, Bucs drop third straight

In our daily Wake-Up Call, we get you ready for the day with a complete look at all things Pittsburgh…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Washington Nationals

The 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates are an up-and-down team; are you surprised?

The Pittsburgh Pirates seem to be an up-and-down club. Is anyone surprised? The Pittsburgh Pirates got shelled by the Washington…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs

Bench guys need to step up for Pirates

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On paper the Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid bench. Unfortunately they haven’t performed that way.

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call- Long ball dooms Bucs in loss vs. Nats

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The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their second consecutive game as the long ball doomed them Tuesday night against the Washington Nationals.

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Washington Nationals

Jameson Taillon struggling to execute with two strikes

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Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon has all of the tools to be an ace. For now he needs to start executing better with two strikes.

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MLB: Game One-Detroit Tigers at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Colin Moran has impressed during his first month

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Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Colin Moran has impressed in his first month with the club. While his baseball card numbers…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call- Bucs win streak snapped vs. Nats

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The Pittsburgh Pirates saw their five-game win streak snapped at the hands of the Washington Nationals Monday night.

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MLB: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Nick Kingham provides Pittsburgh Pirates fans with some fireworks

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ right-hander Nick Kingham was nothing short of magnificent in his big league debut yesterday.  In his victory against…

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MLB: Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Stock Report: April 22-28

Welcome to this week’s edition of Pirates Breakdown’s Stock Report! We’ll take a look at the players who impressed with…

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MLB: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Nick Kingham has a chance to impress the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday

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With the Pittsburgh Pirates set to promote Nick Kingham to start their game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday,…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs

Pittsburgh Pirates will lose Josh Harrison for at least six weeks

The 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates face their first taste of adversity, as the club has announced that longtime infielder Josh Harrison…

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MLB: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Indicators show that the Pirates’ offensive lull may be temporary

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a hard time scoring runs over the past week or so, but several indicators show…

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MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

Michael Feliz needs to stop pitching scared

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Like it or not, the Pittsburgh Pirates got some valuable assets in the Gerrit Cole trade. While Cole has a…

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MLB: Game One-Detroit Tigers at Pittsburgh Pirates

A look at Jameson Taillon’s early fastball usage

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Analyzing a pitcher can be one of the most interesting and time consuming exercises a baseball enthusiast can embark on. …

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MLB: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

A look at Pittsburgh Pirates’ C Francisco Cervelli’s recent power surge

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Francisco Cervelli has been mashing for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2018.  In 61 plate appearances, the 32-year-old catcher is hitting…

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The Pirates have depth at the upper minors that will help in 2018

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The hand injury that is going to sideline Josh Harrison until June is an example of how a team’s plan…

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MLB: Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates

Checking in on Pittsburgh Pirates RHP Tyler Glasnow

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Tyler Glasnow has been a mystery during his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates.  On one hand, the 24-year-old righty has…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call – Keep it Rolling

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In our daily Wake-Up Call, we get you ready for the day with a complete look at all things Pittsburgh…

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An ode to Jordy Mercer

For obvious reasons, a lot of baseball analysis is focused on elite performances, changes in talent level, and young players…

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How long will the Pirates continue to carry eight relievers?

It’s been a good start to the season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, unless you’re a relief pitcher that is. Wednesday…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call- Bullpen Woes Continue

In our daily Wake-Up Call, we get you ready for the day with a complete look at all things Pittsburgh…

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Ivan Nova’s increased curveball usage leads to success

After two so-so starts to begin the season, Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Ivan Nova gave the team a much needed…

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Pirates looking for more length from the starters in upcoming weeks

One thing that would be nice to see this season from the Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation is the ability to…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call – stress innings are a real thing

In our daily Wake-Up Call, we get you ready for the day with a complete look at all things Pittsburgh…

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MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

Josh Harrison Is Helping Spark the Pirates Offense to Historic Heights

Not too long ago, many people were wondering what the Pittsburgh Pirates were doing (myself included). After trading franchise players…

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Rehabbing Joe Musgrove will still be in Pirates rotation

The hot start to the 2018 season has come without the benefit of starting pitcher Joe Musgrove, one of the…

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Will Pittsburgh Pirates’ fans return to PNC Park?

Mother Nature hasn’t been kind to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opening weeks of the 2018 season. Comparatively, through six…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call – A nightmare by any other name

In our daily Wake-Up Call, we get you ready for the day with a complete look at all things Pittsburgh…

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A look at Jameson Taillon’s early season success

Jameson Taillon recently earned Player of the Week honors and has looked superb in his first two starts this season. …

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