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A Behind the Numbers Look at Jameson Taillon’s 2012 Season
On July 25th, Jameson Taillon took the mound on the road in St. Lucie. The right-hander gave up four runs on eight hits in six innings. It was an unimpressive… Read more
Comparing Gerrit Cole in 2012 to David Price in 2008
In 2008, the Tampa Bay Rays had a surprising season, much like the Pittsburgh Pirates are having in 2012. The Rays went from worst to first, winning the highly competitive… Read more
After The Trade Deadline: Updated Top 20 Prospects
A lot has changed since we last updated the top 20 prospects rankings after the draft. Mark Appel didn’t sign. Starling Marte was promoted, and will most likely lose his… Read more
How Do August Waiver Trades Work?
Every year there is a ton of hype surrounding the trade deadline, but the big misconception is that teams can no longer make trades after 4:00 PM on July 31st…. Read more
How Did the Trade Deadline Impact the 2013 Payroll?
Every year, following the trade deadline, I take a look at the future payroll for the upcoming year. In previous years, the Pirates’ season was all but over following the… Read more
Gerrit Cole Has Lots of Weapons, But Which One Will He Focus On?
If you look at Gerrit Cole’s numbers since being promoted to Double-A Altoona in June, you’d likely be disappointed from the Pittsburgh Pirates No.1 overall pick in last years draft. Heading in to… Read more
Pirates Focus on Short Term and Long Term Help at the Deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates were connected to a lot of big names throughout the month of July, in their search to find help for their run at contending in 2012. Names… Read more
Pirates Trade Brad Lincoln to Toronto for Travis Snider
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired outfielder Travis Snider from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for right-hander Brad Lincoln. The 24-year-old Snider was Toronto’s first round selection in the 2006 First Year… Read more
Why Has Josh Bell’s Rehab Taken So Long?
One of the most anticipated debuts this year was the pro debut by Josh Bell, who signed for $5 M as a second round pick in the 2011 draft, and… Read more
Starling Marte Has Been Ready And Waiting
The Starling Marte era is about to begin for the Pittsburgh Pirates, which means that many more of you will be getting to see what I have been lucky enough… Read more
