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Pirates Win 8-5 in a Wild One at PNC
July 21, 2009 by
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Jeff Karstens pitched a masterpiece in relief of Ross Ohlendorf last evening. It’s a shame he didn’t get to finish what he started.  He threw three scoreless  innings, just one more inning and he would have had a well deserved save. But the Brew Crew got payback...
Wilson and Sanchez Don’t Want to Be Pirates
July 20, 2009 by
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If Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez wanted to stay in Pittsburgh, they would have offered counter offers to the Pirates. They didn’t and they look bad for not doing so.
A counter offer would have made the indication that they truly wanted to stay in Pittsburgh. I don’...
Wilson and Sanchez Don’t Want to Be Pirates
July 20, 2009 by
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If Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez wanted to stay in Pittsburgh, they would have offered counter offers to the Pirates. They didn’t and they look bad for not doing so.
A counter offer would have made the indication that they truly wanted to stay in Pittsburgh. I don’...
Wilson and Sanchez Don’t Want to Be Pirates
July 20, 2009 by
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If Jack Wilson and Freddy Sanchez wanted to stay in Pittsburgh, they would have offered counter offers to the Pirates. They didn’t and they look bad for not doing so.
A counter offer would have made the indication that they truly wanted to stay in Pittsburgh. I don’...
Milledge Adjustments Paying Dividends
July 20, 2009 by
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Lastings Milledge continued his mission of letting the Pirate front office know he is ready to play in the big leagues. He
JR said in an interview yesterday that the coaching staff has found some things that will help Lastings in the long run. He has made a few adjustments and...
Milledge Adjustments Paying Dividends
July 20, 2009 by
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Lastings Milledge continued his mission of letting the Pirate front office know he is ready to play in the big leagues. He
JR said in an interview yesterday that the coaching staff has found some things that will help Lastings in the long run. He has made a few adjustments and...
McPherson Gives Up Four Hits Spikes Lose
July 19, 2009 by
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Kyle McPherson threw 6.2 innings last night against the Staten Island Yankees. He allowed only four hits while striking out six and walking none. The Spikes lost a tough one to the toughest pitching staff in the league  2-0. Of the four hits by the Yankees, two were solo homeruns...
Freddy Sanchez and Jack Wilson Retire in Pittsburgh? Yes Virginia, there is hope, but…
July 17, 2009 by
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The Pirates have made another smart move. The double play duo of Freddy Sanchez and Jack Wilson who are tied for most DP’s turned  in the majors with 100 have been approached about contract extensions. It makes so much sense. But, why now?
The clock is running on gettingÂ...
Freddy Sanchez and Jack Wilson Retire in Pittsburgh? Yes Virginia, there is hope, but…
July 17, 2009 by
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The Pirates have made another smart move. The double play duo of Freddy Sanchez and Jack Wilson who are tied for most DP’s turned  in the majors with 100 have been approached about contract extensions. It makes so much sense. But, why now?
The clock is running on gettingÂ...
Kyle McPherson Interview: Think Twice Before Charging The Mound…
July 17, 2009 by
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Talking to Kyle McPherson it was obvious he had a tremendous childhood.  The McPherson household sounded like a lot of fun, just like the Spike team bus. It was also similar in another way as well.  Effort, dedication and hard work were involved. So be warned opposing teammates...
Kyle McPherson Interview: Think Twice Before Charging The Mound…
July 17, 2009 by
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Talking to Kyle McPherson it was obvious he had a tremendous childhood.  The McPherson household sounded like a lot of fun, just like the Spike team bus. It was also similar in another way as well.  Effort, dedication and hard work were involved. So be warned opposing teammates...
Milledge Goes Yard Twice. OK, Sweet, Get Him in LF at PNC
July 15, 2009 by
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Pittsburgh Pirate Lastings Milledge was told by the front office that he needed to prove he could play his way on to the Pittsburgh Pirates roster. Do two home runs in Class A Lynchburg last night count?
Milledge had a solo shot in the first inning to put the Hillcats on top 1-0...
Milledge Goes Yard Twice. OK, Sweet, Get Him in LF at PNC
July 15, 2009 by
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Pittsburgh Pirate Lastings Milledge was told by the front office that he needed to prove he could play his way on to the Pittsburgh Pirates roster. Do two home runs in Class A Lynchburg last night count?
Milledge had a solo shot in the first inning to put the Hillcats on top 1-0...
Pirates Prospect Kyle McPherson Interview Part II: Growing Up in the Shadow of Jake Peavy
July 15, 2009 by
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The St.Paul Episcopal School in Mobile Alabama has a tremendous sports program. The finest player in their storied history is Jake Peavy who had a 44-1 record on the mound for the Saints. The Peavy story has Hollywood movie written all over it. And Kyle McPherson, a St....
Pirates Prospect Kyle McPherson Interview Part II: Growing Up in the Shadow of Jake Peavy
July 15, 2009 by
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The St.Paul Episcopal School in Mobile Alabama has a tremendous sports program. The finest player in their storied history is Jake Peavy who had a 44-1 record on the mound for the Saints. The Peavy story has Hollywood movie written all over it. And Kyle McPherson, a St....
Pirates Prospect Kyle McPherson Interview Part II: Growing Up in the Shadow of Jake Peavy
July 15, 2009 by
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The St.Paul Episcopal School in Mobile Alabama has a tremendous sports program. The finest player in their storied history is Jake Peavy who had a 44-1 record on the mound for the Saints. The Peavy story has Hollywood movie written all over it. And Kyle McPherson, a St....
Pirates Sales Team Give Yourselves A Raise–Attendance Up!
July 14, 2009 by
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The Pirates sales team have increased attendance 2.4%. Congratulations! At a time when ”flat is the new up” in the corporate offices throughout America, the Pirates have set a new standard.
Good Lord, what is next? Will they perform miracles during the seventh inning...
Pirates Prospect Kyle McPherson Interview: Spikes Roll Through The Mountains of New York
July 14, 2009 by
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Riding the State College Spikes team bus through the mountains of New York, 21 year old Kyle McPherson is repeatedly redialing this baseball blogger with the screwed up name so he can get his interview completed. Â
He is diligent. Each time the phone cuts out, he quickly calls back...
Is Sano Really A Sophomore?
July 13, 2009 by
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Miguel Angel Sano has been one of the ongoing stories this year for the Pirates. The source on all things surrounding Sano has been ESPN.com’s Jorge Arangure. He tweets that we will know at the end of the week if Sano is 16 when MLB concludes the investigation.
What is your...
Nelly Dominates All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game
July 13, 2009 by
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Nelly was the star at the All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball game doing his best Andrew McCutchen impersonation. The rapper once was once believed to be in line to become a pro ball player with the Pirates or Braves organization. We can tell.  He ripped a two-run home...
Neil Huntington Won’t Be Answering Calls Today for The Pirates. He’s Busy.
July 12, 2009 by
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Pirates GM Neil Huntington said in his show before the game yesterday, he will take his family to the All-Star game to ”hopefully make some memories for them.”   Meanwhile, back at PNC Park the team in the office today will be left to explain the disappointing series...
Pirate Fans: Eminem Writes a Song For Us-’Beautiful’
July 12, 2009 by
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The Pirates are struggling headed into the All-Star break. Eminem was struggling with addiction when he wrote his new song Beautiful which shows some sad demolotion footage of Tiger Stadium.
He said the song was a reminder to keep your head up, and to see who you really are despite...
Pedro Alvarez Show Hits The Big Stage at Sirius XM All-Star Futures Game, But Focus Remains on Altoona Curve
July 11, 2009 by
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Pedro Alvarez is already shouldering a heavy load for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He has two important agenda items this month. The first one is to play lights out in  St. Louis for the Sirius XM All-Star Futures Game at Busch Stadium on Sunday. Â
Alvarez will take the field in...
Pirates Freddy Sanchez Non-Trade…This Is A Test, This Is Only A Test
July 09, 2009 by
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Freddy Sanchez has not been traded. I repeat Freddy Sanchez has not been traded. Get off the bridge John. Drop your torches Anderson, Nick, Billy, and the rest of you slobbering, win thirsty Pirate fans. Â
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It didn’t happen. Take a deep breath.Â
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