Author Archives: Kristy Robinson
Pirates Notebook: No Quitting in the Bucs During Rough Stretch
The Pirates are going through a rough stretch. After getting shutout 11-0 to Los Angeles on Tuesday, Manager Clint Hurdle said “it is our worst patch of play probably during… Read more
As Pirates Address Playoff Roster, Justin Wilson Could be Second Lefty from ‘Pen
The Pirates organization have had the beginning conversations of the players they are considering on bringing up for September callups. Although this year, Pittsburgh has to also have conversations on a… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Karstens Tinkering with Curve; McDonald Gets Bumped in Rotation
Jeff Karstens has been working on some adjustments over his last several starts. Since returning from the disabled list due to a shoulder injury, which caused him to miss over… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Barmes Has Biggest Swing of His Season
This Pittsburgh Pirates team battles, and never gives up. Even when things look like they’re starting to turn for the worse, they’ve been able to prevail and beat the odds…. Read more
Fresh Starts for Snider, Sanchez, Qualls Can Help Boost Pirates
A change of scenery can sometimes help a player. The new surroundings, new teammates and the opportunity to start somewhere fresh can make a difference. The Pirates new faces in Chad Qualls,… Read more
Juan Cruz Reinstated from DL; Jared Hughes Optioned to Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates have reinstated right-hander Juan Cruz from the 15-day disabled list and have optioned right-hander Jared Hughes to Triple-A Indianapolis. Right shoulder inflammation sent Cruz to the disabled… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Burnett Shows Two Sides; Velocity Returns for Grilli
When the Pirates have had struggles or been battling through a losing streak, A.J. Burnett was the stopper for Pittsburgh. Burnett entered game action having won four straight decisions and… Read more
Pirates Notebook: McDonald Struggling in 2nd Half; Bucs Going With 6-Man Rotation
James McDonald has struggled the second half of the season. The McDonald that Pittsburgh saw in the first half of the season was impressive. He entered the break with just… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Locke Shines in 2012 Debut, But His Role is Undecided
Jeff Locke was impressive in his 2012 debut for the Pirates on Thursday at PNC Park. The left-hander, who was recalled on Wednesday, was promoted to serve the club with… Read more
Grilli Sees Recent Dip in Velocity, Qualls’ Experience Will Plug Him In Late
Jason Grilli had an impressive first half of the season. So much in fact that there were even questions as to why the Pirates eighth inning man wasn’t chosen to… Read more
