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Pirates Focus In-House, Rather Than Waiver Claims
With just two days remaining until the August 31 trade waiver claim ends, Manager Clint Hurdle said the focus for the Pittsburgh Pirates down the stretch is internal. “I think right now… Read more
Polanco and Hanson Selected as 2012 SAL All-Stars
The South Atlantic League has announced the selection of the 2012 Annual All-Star Team. Alen Hanson and Gregory Polanco were chosen from the West Virginia Power for the end of… Read more
Pirates Weighing Options on Bedard’s Spot in Rotation
With Erik Bedard out of the rotation, the Pirates have several days to figure out how they plan on moving forward. The club has an off day on Thursday before opening up… Read more
Pittsburgh Pirates September Callups Preview
As September 1st approaches, the Pirates organization is currently in a position unlike they have seen in the past. The club sits eight games over .500 and three games back… Read more
Alex Dickerson Named FSL Player of the Year
Bradenton Marauders’ first baseman Alex Dickerson was named the Florida State League Player of the Year today. The 2011 third round pick is currently hitting for a .299/.359/.454 line in… Read more
Jameson Taillon Named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week
Top prospect Jameson Taillon has been named the Eastern League Pitcher of the Week, after making two starts last week in his jump to the Double-A level. Taillon combined for… Read more
Hurdle Doesn’t Believe McCutchen is Repeating 2011 Second-Half Slump
Andrew McCutchen has had an impressive 2012 season. So much in fact that when Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle was asked about the All-Star center fielder, he said he was one… Read more
Only One Friday Starter Attended Clay Pigeon Gate
I don’t really think the whole clay pigeon-gate controversy is news. Dejan Kovacevic wrote today about how the Pirates held a charity event on Thursday in which ten players attended…. Read more
A Healthy Clement Ready for Opportunity with Pittsburgh
It’s been a long journey back to the big leagues for Jeff Clement. But on Friday, the first baseman was given the opportunity to battle his way back when the… Read more
Kingham’s Recent Success a Result of Increased Confidence
In order to succeed in baseball, confidence is key. Whether you go through a rough stretch or a hot streak, belief in yourself when on the mound is huge. Right-handed… Read more
