MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

What to expect from Kevin Kramer?

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Pittsburgh Pirates fans got their wish on Tuesday when prospect Kevin Kramer was called up to the big club. Despite…

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MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

How much does finishing over .500 matter for the Pittsburgh Pirates?

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With 23 games left to play in the 2018 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates are three games under .500 (68-71).  Playoff…

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MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at Oakland Athletics

A Tale of Two Small Market Teams

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Over the past holiday weekend, I decided to head out to the west coast to visit a close friend that…

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MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

Polanco’s season is a resounding success for Pirates development

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Coming into the 2018 season, Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Gregory Polanco was a massive unknown. Polanco was a tantalizing player…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Hello…Kramer?

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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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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Corey Dickerson And His Recent Struggles

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Corey Dickerson got off to a hot start for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but then cooled off before getting hot again. …

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MLB: Washington Nationals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Stock Report – August 26-September 1

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Welcome to this week’s edition of Pirates Breakdown’s Stock Report! This past week saw the Pittsburgh Pirates win just two…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Big Greg’s Big Season?

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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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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Three Takeaways from Pirates trades

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In the late hours of Friday night Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Neal Huntington pulled off two quick trades that sent…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

Don’t write off Francisco Cervelli as a catcher just yet

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Many, including myself have pretty much written off Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli of having much of a future behind…

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MLB: Atlanta Braves at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates have in-house options to replace Harrison next season

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After calling out the Pittsburgh Pirates’ front office during Spring Training, Josh Harrison got off to a hot start, hitting…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Minnesota Twins

Pirates make a pair of late-night trades prior to deadline

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Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Neal Huntington was busy late Friday night, making a pair of deals prior to the August…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Milwaukee Brewers

Chris Archer and Pitching Inside

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Chris Archer has struggled so far with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but it’s been a season and last couple of years…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

The Pittsburgh Pirates should wait to trade Josh Harrison

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The Pittsburgh Pirates will be a team heading into 2019 in a semi-transitional phase. While the team is shaping to…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Milwaukee Brewers

Is Jameson Taillon On His Way To Ace Status?

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Coming into 2018, fans expected big things out of the Pittsburgh Pirates 2010 number two overall pick, Jameson Taillon. He…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: McCutchen in Pinstripes?!

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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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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Trevor Williams is still getting lucky

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Last night, Trevor Williams turned in another excellent performance as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0.  Williams…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies

COLUMN: Get used to Clint Hurdle as he’s here to stay

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Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle has come under fire each of the past three seasons, but with a third consecutive…

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MLB: New York Mets at Pittsburgh Pirates

Don’t point the finger at Sean Rodriguez, blame the guys in charge

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Yesterday the Pittsburgh Pirates made a roster move a long time in the making when they designated Sean Rodriguez for…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: The Mighty S-Rod Bows Out

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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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MLB: Washington Nationals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Examining 5 collapses in 8 years: Who’s at fault?

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Since 2011, the Pittsburgh Pirates have consistently entrenched themselves into a playoff race as deep into the season as July. …

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Milwaukee Brewers

It Is Way Too Early To Write Off Chris Archer

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New Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chris Archer has had a rough go at it in his first five starts. Over…

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MLB: Atlanta Braves at Pittsburgh Pirates

It’s not too early to worry about Chris Archer

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Baseball is a marathon, not a sprint. That cliché is about the only thing that Pirates pitcher, Chris Archer has…

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MLB: San Diego Padres at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Matchups to Watch: Aug. 27- Sept. 2

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The Pittsburgh Pirates continue their road trip this week with stops in St. Louis and Atlanta. Despite an 11-game winning…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Devil Magic is Real

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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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MLB: Washington Nationals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Do you still have faith in Jung Ho Kang?

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Earlier this week in the midst of wrapping up an incredibly miserable homestand, Pittsburgh Pirates director of sports medicine, Todd…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Milwaukee Brewers

Looking At The Red-Hot Adam Frazier

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Adam Frazier struggled early on in the 2018 season, even getting demoted at one point in June.  Since being recalled,…

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MLB: San Diego Padres at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Stock Report: August 19-25

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Welcome to this week’s edition of Pirates Breakdown’s Stock Report! The Pittsburgh Pirates took losses in four of their six…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Archer Misses the Mark Again

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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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