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Tim is the owner, producer, editor, and lead writer of PiratesProspects.com. He has been running Pirates Prospects since 2009, becoming the first new media reporter and outlet covering the Pirates at the MLB level in 2011 and 2012. His work can also be found in Baseball America, where he has been a contributor since 2014 and the Pirates' correspondent since 2019.

Taking Another Look at the Pitching Staff

Analysis
About a month ago, the Pittsburgh Pirates had one of the best starting pitching rotations in the league.  They were ranked 4th overall, thanks...

Daily Prospect Profile: Brandon Cumpton

Analysis
21 earned runs in 10.2 innings.  That's how Brandon Cumpton started his 2011 season with West Virginia.  The 2010 9th round pick signed out...

Pittsburgh Pirates Prospect Watch 8/4/11

Prospect Watch
Ross Ohlendorf makes another AAA rehab start, while Brandon Cumpton and Zac Fuesser both have strong outings.

One Year Ago Today: Pirates Bolster Bullpen

Analysis
I've talked a few times the last few days about how the July 31st trade deadline doesn't represent the final opportunity to add talent...

Is Wes Freeman Climbing in to the Top 50?

Analysis
One of the big stories in the minors the last few weeks has been the hot streak by outfield prospect Wes Freeman.  In his...

Zack Von Rosenberg vs Colton Cain

Analysis
The 2009 draft saw two big bonuses awarded to high school pitchers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.  One bonus was for $1.2 M, going to...

Daily Prospect Profile: Brock Holt

Analysis
Coming in to the 2011 season, one position player that I had my eye on was Brock Holt.  The 23 year old middle infielder...

Pittsburgh Pirates Prospect Watch 8/3/11

Prospect Watch
Jeff Locke allowed a run in seven innings for Altoona, Colton Cain had a strong performance out of the bullpen, and Wes Freeman continues his hot hitting of late.

Update on Josh Bell’s Chances of Signing

2011 Draft
Over the weekend, Kendall Rogers of Perfect Game mentioned that a source put the chances of the Pittsburgh Pirates signing 2011 2nd round pick...

Ryan Doumit Reinstated, Eric Fryer Optioned

Transactions
The Pittsburgh Pirates have reinstated catcher Ryan Doumit from the 60-day disabled list, the team announced today.  To make room on the active roster,...

Which Free Agents Could Get Draft Compensation?

Analysis
One thing the Pittsburgh Pirates rarely see is draft pick compensation for their departing free agents.  For the most part, the Pirates never really...

Why You Can’t Go On Stats Alone

Analysis
I'm a big stats guy.  I think that stats are extremely important in the game of baseball when it comes to evaluating players.  I...
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