MLB: Atlanta Braves at Pittsburgh Pirates

The Ebbs and Flows Of The Pittsburgh Pirates Offense

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The Pittsburgh Pirates offense has suffered lately, scoring seven runs in their last seven games.  Part of the issue is…

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MLB: Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates

The 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates may leave fans frustrated

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The 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates have been frustrating, to say the least. Over a span of three months, from May to…

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MLB: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

Keone Kela has been electric with the Pittsburgh Pirates

Not much has gone right for the Pittsburgh Pirates lately. Since August 1, the team is 7-13.  On the season,…

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MLB: New York Mets at Washington Nationals

The Pittsburgh Pirates Missed an Opportunity in Daniel Murphy

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Did the Pittsburgh Pirates miss a potential opportunity to add a great hitter to a fledging offense on the cheap?…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Toronto Blue Jays

COLUMN: Baseballs’ Generational Gap

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Topps cards and radio broadcasts. That is how I, like many others fell in love with the game of baseball….

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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Adeiny Hechavarria Hitting Well With The Pirates

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Adeiny Hechavarria has never been known for his bat, but instead his defensive abilities. Since being traded to the Pittsburgh…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Déjà Vu All Over Again

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: San Diego Padres at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Highs and Lows: Good Pitching Beats Good Hitting

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Welcome to Pittsburgh Pirates Highs and Lows. Every Monday, I am going to look back on the week that was…

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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Felipe Vazquez Trusting The Slider Again

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Felipe Vazquez struggled to start the year, and the usage for one of his best weapons, the slider, had gone…

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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Stock Report- August 13-19

Welcome to this week’s edition of Pirates Breakdown’s Stock Report! In a week when the Pittsburgh Pirates needed to win…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call- Pitching Continues to Dominate

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

What can the Pirates expect from Kevin Newman?

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Another new face has joined the Pittsburgh Pirates as the team has called up Kevin Newman after Jordy Mercer landed…

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MLB: Los Angeles Dodgers at Pittsburgh Pirates

Kyle Crick And Different Pitching Metrics

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The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired reliever Kyle Crick this offseason for Andrew McCutchen, and he’s had a solid year in terms…

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MLB: Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates must stick with Kevin Newman

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On Thursday afternoon, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced that they placed shortstop Jordy Mercer on the disabled list with a left…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Fading fast

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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: St. Louis Cardinals at Pittsburgh Pirates

What is the goal?

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Returning to Pittsburgh after a disappointing West Coast road trip, the Pittsburgh Pirates will begin a crucial seven game homestand…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

Should the Pirates look to trade away veterans?

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When the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired pitchers Chris Archer and Keone Kela at the non-waiver trade deadline, they were still a…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Milwaukee Brewers

What will the Pittsburgh Pirates do with Chad Kuhl?

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The Pittsburgh Pirates gave an update on injured pitcher Chad Kuhl today. In the run-up to today’s game against the…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies

Did Neal Huntington overpay for Chris Archer?

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With Tuesday’s news that Pittsburgh Pirates No. 4 prospect Shane Baz is the player to be named later in the…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Minnesota Twins

The case for picking up David Freese’s option

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Just over a month and a half ago, the discussion surrounding the 2018 Pittsburgh Pirates was the decision to possibly…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Running out of loses

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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

Shane Baz traded to Tampa to complete Chris Archer deal

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When he made the deal to acquire starting pitcher Chris Archer, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Neal Huntington indicated that the…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

Have the Pittsburgh Pirates Solved their Home Run Problem?

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A glaring factor in the Pittsburgh Pirates lack of success in 2017 was their complete lack of power. This problem…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies

The Pirates should try Francisco Cervelli at third base

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Francisco Cervelli’s time as a major league catcher may be, and probably should be dwindling. After wearing another foul ball…

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Pittsburgh Pirates Wake Up Call: Do or die time

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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: San Francisco Giants at Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates Matchups to Watch: Aug. 13-19

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The Pittsburgh Pirates continue their push for a playoff spot in interleague and inner divisional play this week. The battle…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

Pittsburgh Pirates Highs and Lows: The Spot Start from Hell

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Welcome to Pittsburgh Pirates Highs and Lows. Every Monday, I am going to look back on the week that was…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at San Francisco Giants

Pirates Pitchers: Pitching After Coors and Rest

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The Pittsburgh Pirates started Clay Holmes on Friday as a way to push back their starters from the previous series…

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MLB: Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies

Pittsburgh Pirates Stock Report: August 5-11

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Welcome to this week’s edition of Pirates Breakdown’s Stock Report! The Pittsburgh Pirates had a decent stretch of games last…

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