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Russell’s contract extended

The Pirates extended manager John Russell's contract through 2010 this morning. This gives Russell some stability as he begins his second season at...

Andy Marte designated for assignment

The Indians designated Andy Marte for assignment today, giving them ten days to trade him or place him on waivers. Marte is a...

Would a salary cap benefit the Pirates?

Yesterday, Red Sox ownership publicly supported a salary cap for Major League Baseball. This is interesting news, as Boston owns one of the highest...

Pirate Prospect #16 – Donald Veal

I am counting down my personal list of the top 25 Pirate prospects. You can follow the countdown here, or by clicking on the...

Best Pittsburgh Sports Blog Tournament

With March Madness quickly approaching, Sean from Sean's Ramblings has created the Best Pittsburgh Sports Blog Tournament.  Thirty-two sites made the tournament, which will...

Pirates sign McLouth to extension

It is a three-year deal, with an option for a fourth.  That will take McLouth through arbitration, and possibly keep him for his first...

Spring is in the air

It does not matter how cold it is in western Pennsylvania, it starts to feel warmer and sunnier as soon as spring training begins....

Pirates do not need to sign a mediocre free agent pitcher

Many have advocated that the Pirates add a veteran starting pitcher this offseason. One name that has popped up quite a bit is Braden...

Radar Tracking

To be honest, I had no idea that it had been several days since I last posted something. I guess that's what happens...

Pirates sign Maholm to multi-year contract

Dejan reports that it will be a three-year deal, plus a team option for a fourth season.  This will take him through arbitration, with the...

Pirates sign Hinske

The Pirates have come to an agreement with free agent utility player Eric Hinske.  Dejan reports that the deal is worth $1.5 million, with...

Pirate Prospect #17 – Chase D’Arnaud

I am counting down my personal list of the top 25 Pirate prospects. You can follow the countdown here, or by clicking on the...

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