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Pirates Notes: Gerrit Cole Excited About Tonight’s Return From the DL

WASHINGTON — The Cole Train has found a way to Union Station. Pirates’ ace Gerrit Cole will come off the disabled list to make...

Pirates Turning to Sean Rodriguez for Athleticism at First Base

PITTSBURGH — From pretty much every angle, the John Jaso experiment has been a successful one for the Pirates. The former catcher made the...

Francisco Liriano in Control as Pirates Push Win Streak to Six Games

PITTSBURGH - Francisco Liriano stressed fastball command to both sides of the plate as his recipe for success tonight as the Pirates defeated the Cincinnati...

John Jaso Letting Instincts Take Over at First Base

PITTSBURGH - John Jaso has been one of the pleasant surprises so far this season for the Pirates. Batting leadoff, he is 21st in...

First Pitch: The Pirates Are Starting to See Some Good Problems

I've been getting a lot of questions about Josh Bell lately, specifically wondering when he might arrive in the Majors. It's a weird question...

Juan Nicasio Has a Great Debut as the Pirates Sweep the Cardinals

PITTSBURGH - The Pirates closed out a sweep over the Cardinals tonight, starting the season 3-0 with a 5-1 victory. The biggest takeaway from...

Pirates Notes: Francisco Liriano’s Gem Leads Pirates to First Win Over Cardinals

PITTSBURGH - Francisco Liriano took the hill for his third straight Pirates Opening Day, and once again he delivered like he's done in the...

Forget Power: A High OBP, Optimized Pirates Lineup Will Have More Offense

BRADENTON, Fla. - "We haven't won the division. So what's to say it's not worth taking a look at something else? We've got to...

Clint Hurdle Calls Himself a Crock Pot and Harold Ramirez a Bone Collector

BRADENTON, Fl. - Clint Hurdle had one of the best responses this spring when asked a question about Harold Ramirez. The outfielder has been getting...

Pirates Notes: Jaso and Locke First Impressions, McCutchen Stealing More?

BRADENTON, Fl. - Over the offseason, Pirate fans have been quite concerned over two essential areas in the lineup: starting pitching and first base. Wednesday...

Pirates Notes: Kang Ahead of Schedule, Jaso Chooses Defense, Upcoming Pitchers

BRADENTON, Fl. - Towards the end of practice today, I was camped out with the other media near the clubhouse, waiting for Clint Hurdle's...

Breaking Down the Pirates’ Crowded First Base Situation

BRADENTON, Fl. - The first base position for the Pirates has been a mess for a long time. In the last several years, they've...