Daily Archives: May 28, 2012

Williams: The Impact of Pirates Hitting Coach Andy Haines

ColumnsApril 18, 2024

In 2021, the Milwaukee Brewers won first place in the NL Central, despite having the 19th best wOBA and the 23rd best wRC+ in baseball. They were eliminated by the Atlanta Braves in the NLDS in...

The Pirates Could Use a Day Off

P2DailyApril 18, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates look like they need a day off. Fortunately for Pirates fans, Thursday's action will feature top prospects Paul Skenes and Bubba Chandler on the mound. That might take the sting off the series sweep...

Pirates to Take a Hitter in the Draft?

2012 DraftMay 28, 2012

Jim Callis has been busy on Twitter today with draft talk for all teams. When asked who he thinks the Pirates will take, he...

Tabata Cleared to Play Today vs. Reds

AnalysisMay 28, 2012

Outfielder Jose Tabata was removed from the Pirates 10-4 win on Sunday afternoon at PNC Park after six innings due to cramping in his...

2012 Pirates Draft Prospects Rundown: 5/28

2012 DraftMay 28, 2012

STATS Mark Appel - 7.0 IP, 6 H, 1 ER, 2 BB, 8 K, 0 HR, ND Kevin Gausman - 7.0 IP, 7 H, 2 ER, 1 BB,...

This Date in Pirates History: May 28

Pirates HistoryMay 28, 2012

We have five former Pittsburgh Pirates players born on this date, including two of the ten oldest living Pirates players. There is also one...

Prospect Trends — Week Ending 5/27

AnalysisMay 28, 2012

So far, it hasn't been the best of all possible seasons for the farm system. Few of the team's hitting prospects are having good...

Pirates Add Doug Slaten to 40-Man; Cruz to Restricted List

TransactionsMay 28, 2012

The Pittsburgh Pirates have added right-handed reliever Juan Cruz to the restricted list so that he can return home to the Dominican Republic and...

Exploring the Arsenal: Previewing the Reds’ Probable Starting Pitchers

AnalysisMay 28, 2012

Exploring the Arsenal will run prior to each series, providing you with a brief scouting report on the starting pitchers expected to oppose the...

First Pitch: Rosenthal’s Article and Another Call to Trade Relievers

AnalysisMay 28, 2012

Earlier tonight, Ken Rosenthal wrote about the Pirates' need for hitting, and their pitching depth. To read what he had to say, click here....

Minor League Schedule: 5/28/12

AnalysisMay 28, 2012

West Virginia was off yesterday. They resume their schedule today at home, with a three game series against the Lakewood Blueclaws. Bradenton has off...