The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Mystery that is Jon Niese

Jon Niese has struggled with control throughout spring training. Can his track record of excellent ground ball rates counter the…

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Will spring struggles for key Pittsburgh Pirates relievers translate to regular season?

Will struggles from key Pittsburgh Pirates relievers translate over to the regular season?   The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has been one…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – split squad round 2

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Two Rights, then a Left: Breaking down the Back of the Pittsburgh Pirates Rotation

The Pittsburgh Pirates have now declared an open competition between three pitchers for the last two spots in their starting…

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NL Central Focus: 3/21/16

Two weeks before Opening Day, the NL Central Division is gearing up for the upcoming season, so where do the…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – taking on Toronto

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – Rained Out

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – batting practice

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Pittsburgh Pirates – March Second Half Storylines

With Grapefruit League action reaching a halfway point, here are some remaining spring training story-lines to follow for the Pittsburgh Pirates…

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Pittsburgh Pirates reassign Josh Bell, others in second round of cuts

The Pittsburgh Pirates re-assigned some notable names today in their second round of cuts.   Today the Pittsburgh Pirates announced…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – blasted by Yankees

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – Nicasio shines

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Juan Nicasio and the Door to a Starting Job

Has Juan Nicasio done enough to potentially earn a spot in the starting rotation, or will others have to struggle…

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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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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training – off day

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Help Pittsburgh Pirates, Cervelli, and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh Hit a Home Run for Hunger

In the latest Pittsburgh Pirates charitable event, the March 17th raffle winner receives season tickets to Pirates, Steelers, Penguins, and…

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How Do Stolen Bases fit the Pittsburgh Pirates’ New Approach?

The Pittsburgh Pirates are employing a new stolen base strategy during spring training. How will it affect the team during…

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2016 NL Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are the consensus favorites to win their first division title since 2008, but will the Pittsburgh Pirates…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates spring training – clutch hits

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Should the Pittsburgh Pirates take a flyer on Tim Lincecum?

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been named as a team that is “checking in” on Tim Lincecum. Should they take a…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Offensive Struggles: Sign of a New Approach?

The Pittsburgh Pirates are currently near the bottom in all major offensive statistics so far this spring training, but is…

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What can the Pirates expect from David Freese?

Can David Freese give the Pirates the edge they need to finally accomplish their goal of reaching the fall classic…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates spring training – 3/13/16

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Who’s Responsible when Bad Things Happen at Baseball Games?

Who’s ultimately to be held responsible when bad things happen at baseball games?   It is easily the most viewed…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates spring training – shutout by Tigers

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Social Media Roundup – Fans and Celebrations

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Current and former Pittsburgh Pirates took time this week to embrace fans, teammates, relaxation, and new opportunities.   Spring training…

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Pittsburgh Pirates sign INF David Freese

As it turns out, the Pittsburgh Pirates weren’t done making moves this off-season…   Today, the Pirates announced via their…

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Sights & Sounds from Pittsburgh Pirates spring training – split squad

Each day during spring training for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pirates Breakdown will give you game recaps, news updates, and video…

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Pirates eyeing mid-April return for Jung Ho Kang

Jung Ho Kang to get “dirt on his cleats” this week   It was one of the biggest questions the…

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