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Daily Archives: May 27, 2012

Anthony Solometo tried throwing like everyone else when he was younger. The left-hander was taught to pick up a ball like everyone, with the intent to throw it overhand. He had an issue with dropping his arm...
Returning from Tommy John surgery, Braxton Ashcraft was just looking to remain healthy in his 2023 season. “The health was the biggest focal point of the season,” said Ashcraft at the end of last year’s campaign. “I...

Prospect Notebook: Hanson Over-Shadowing Polanco, Kingham Rebounding

Earlier this week, Keith Law mentioned that he would have Alen Hanson as a top five prospect in the system. Law has been one...

Tabata Exits Game Early With Leg Cramp

PITTSBURGH, Pa. -- Outfielder Jose Tabata was removed from the Pirates game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park on Sunday in the top...

Bedard Hasn’t Been as Sharp Since Back Spasms, But is Healthy

Since left-hander Erik Bedard exited his outing on the 9th of May with back spasms, he hasn't been as sharp. Over his last two...

Jared Hughes Thriving in Reliever Role

PITTSBURGH, Pa. -- Jared Hughes started the 2011 season in the Altoona rotation, making 11 starts before being turned into a reliever. He has...

This Date in Pirates History: May 27

Three former Pittsburgh Pirates players born on this date. We also recap a game from the 1979 season as well as a doubleheader from...

Baseball America Releases Second Mock Draft

Baseball America released their second mock draft, and for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the result was similar to the first one. The Pirates were projected...

First Pitch: Roster Decisions on the Horizon

The Pittsburgh Pirates will have some interesting roster decisions to make next week. Two minor league players have out-clauses, allowing them to escape from...

Bats Beat Indians With Five Run 5th Inning

Louisville Bats  5,  Indianapolis Indians  4 (Box)   A hit batter, a wild pitch, and two Indians' errors handed the Bats five runs, two of which were...

Baker’s Wildness Dooms Altoona

The Curve faced a Bowie team loaded with major league players on Saturday, but it wasn't the major leaguers who did them in.  Bowie's...

Minor League Schedule: 5/27/12

Jameson Taillon will get the start tonight for Bradenton. This will be his third start against Jupiter this season. In the first two, he...

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