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Anthony Solometo tried throwing like everyone else when he was younger. The left-hander was taught to pick up a ball like everyone, with the intent to throw it overhand. He had an issue with dropping his arm...
Returning from Tommy John surgery, Braxton Ashcraft was just looking to remain healthy in his 2023 season. “The health was the biggest focal point of the season,” said Ashcraft at the end of last year’s campaign. “I...

How Adrian Sampson Went From Rotation Depth to a Trade Chip

After seeing an ERA just over 3.00 for the first two months of the season, and being near the International League leaders in strikeouts, it...

Morning Report: Notes on Glasnow, Bell, Meadows, Sampson and Miscellaneous

No real direction for the Morning Report today. The trade deadline was extremely hectic, so I just went with notes, and no Miscellaneous isn't...

Pirates Acquire J.A. Happ For Adrian Sampson

The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired J.A. Happ from Seattle for Adrian Sampson, according to a team press release. The move is an interesting one,...

The Pirates Loaded 2015 Rule 5 Class Will Give Them Plenty of Trade Chips

The Rule 5 draft is an event over the off-season that gets a lot of attention, although at times it might get more attention...

Prospect Watch: Sampson Pitches Great, Heredia Allows Career-High in Runs

TOP OF THE SYSTEM A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today.  Note that this list doesn't include players currently in the...

Why Has Adrian Sampson Been Struggling Lately?

After starting the season like a house of fire, Adrian Sampson appears to have hit the wall in June and into July. The velocity is...

The Pirates Rotation Depth Has Taken a Huge Hit Lately

The Pirates have taken a hit to their starting pitching depth over the last few weeks. Jameson Taillon -- who was nearing the end...

Prospect Watch: Starts From Glasnow, Heredia, Holmes and Sampson

TOP OF THE SYSTEM A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today.  Note that this list doesn't include players currently in the...

Prospect Watch: Strong Outings For Glasnow, Heredia and Supak

TOP OF THE SYSTEM A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today.  Note that this list doesn't include players currently in the...

Five Candidates For a Promotion From Indianapolis

With the midway point of the season coming on Tuesday for Indianapolis, there are several players who are eyeing the next level. While many...

Adrian Sampson Rebounds With Improved Command in Strong Outing

After easily has worst start of the season on June 12th, where he was only able to get five outs before allowing 12 hits...

Prospect Watch: Adrian Sampson Rebounds, Tyler Glasnow Returns

TOP OF THE SYSTEM A look at how the current top 30 prospects did today.  Note that this list doesn't include players currently in the...