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Pirates Pregame: Martin Back in the Lineup
Russell Martin is back in the lineup for the Pirates tonight, playing catcher and hitting seventh. Martin said the soreness in his neck that has kept him out of a… Read more
Andy Oliver Named the International League Pitcher of the Week
Andy Oliver made two starts last week for the Indianapolis Indians, and combined to give up one earned run in 11 innings, allowing just five hits, and posting an 11:10… Read more
Anthony Rizzo’s Extension is a Good Guide For Starling Marte
On Saturday I wrote about how the Pittsburgh Pirates should extend Starling Marte, giving a price guide for a potential deal. Last night the Chicago Cubs extended first baseman Anthony… Read more
Pirates Should Extend Starling Marte – And Here’s a Price Guide
I was discussing Starling Marte on Twitter this afternoon with Travis Sawchik of the Trib and Charlie of Bucs Dugout, and we got on the topic of extensions. Marte currently… Read more
Francisco Liriano Could Be a Difference Maker For the Pirates
Francisco Liriano will be making his Pittsburgh Pirates debut today, going up against the New York Mets. The Pirates agreed to sign Liriano over the off-season to a two-year, $12.75… Read more
Projection Systems See Pirates Finishing Just Over .500
FanGraphs unveiled two new features Thursday, depth charts and projected standings. Supreme Overlord of FanGraphs (unofficial title) Dave Cameron explains how they work and how to use them. The key takeaway… Read more
Jeanmar Gomez to Start on Sunday
Jeanmar Gomez’s start last night appears to have bought him an additional start. Michael Sanserino reports that the right-hander will also get the start on Sunday. Jeanmar Gomez will start… Read more
What To Do With Jordy Mercer When Neil Walker Returns?
Neil Walker is starting a rehab assignment with the Altoona Curve on Thursday, and could be in line to rejoin the Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend. Walker being out has… Read more
Who Could Take James McDonald’s Spot in the Rotation?
The Pittsburgh Pirates had Jeanmar Gomez in the rotation after dropping Jonathan Sanchez last week. Gomez was expected to be replaced this weekend by Francisco Liriano. Today, James McDonald went… Read more
Neil Walker Starts Rehab Thursday in Altoona, Could Join Pirates Over Weekend
Pirates second baseman Neil Walker will begin his rehab assignment Thursday at Double-A Altoona. Walker will play two games in Altoona, according to 93.7 The Fan’s Dan Zangrilli, starting with… Read more
