Tag: Johnny Ray

Pirates Prospect Watch: Nick Gonzales Extends Hitting Streak to Eleven Games

Prospect WatchApril 19, 2024

The Pirates sent down 2020 seventh overall pick Nick Gonzales this spring, relegating him to a depth option for the second base position. He seemed to take that personally, recording hits in nearly every game since,...

Williams: Pitching Provides the Promise for the Pittsburgh Pirates

ColumnsApril 19, 2024

If you're looking for something to lift your spirits each day in the Pittsburgh Pirates system, might I suggest taking a look at the pitching. Anywhere. Any level. At the Major League level, the Pirates have a 3.55...

Pittsburgh Pirates Trade History: Houston Astros Edition

Pirates HistoryJuly 25, 2012

With the trade of three prospects for Wandy Rodriguez, I thought we would take a look back at the trade history between the Houston...

This Date in Pirates History: April 3

Pirates HistoryApril 3, 2012

Two Pittsburgh Pirates trades and five former players born on this date, plus a special mention at the end. Starting with the 1986 trade...

This Date in Pirates History: March 1

Pirates HistoryMarch 1, 2012

Five former Pittsburgh Pirates born on this date including the first player in major league history to accomplish two very rare feats. We start...

A Recent History of the 82nd Win – 1988

Pirates HistoryFebruary 14, 2012

After being as close to a perpetual contender as any team in the National League East, the Pirates went through what was to my...

A Recent History of the 82nd Win – 1983

Pirates HistoryJanuary 1, 2012

Continuing down memory lane with a look at the 82nd win in 1983. The 1982 Pirates were never in serious contention for the post-season. Althought...

A Recent History of the 82nd Win – 1982

Pirates HistoryDecember 10, 2011

Continuing with the history of the joy of being above .500, let's have a look at 1982. After winning it all in 1979 and fading...

Game 15 Recap: Bucs Win See-Saw Battle

AnalysisApril 17, 2011

Reds starter Edinson Volquez continued his first inning troubles. Andrew McCutchen and Jose Tabata started the game with consecutive home runs. Lyle Overbay walked...