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2013 Jamestown Jammers Season Preview

2013 Jamestown Jammers Season Preview

The 2013 Jamestown Jammers season begins today. Some of you may be wondering “Who are the Jamestown Jammers?” The Pirates used to have their short-season A-ball affiliate in State College…. Read more »

First Pitch: A Few Cases of Increased Velocity, and the More Important Skill

First Pitch: A Few Cases of Increased Velocity, and the More Important Skill

Today I wrapped up the West Virginia Power 2012 season recap. The three lowest levels in the farm system are now complete, which covers a lot of the young pitchers… Read more »

State College Spikes 2012 Season Recap: Pitchers

State College Spikes 2012 Season Recap: Pitchers

In the past, State College has been known as “The Fastball Academy”. The Pirates have sent young pitchers here to focus on their fastball command, learning how to throw on… Read more »

2011 State College Spikes Preview: Pitchers

2011 State College Spikes Preview: Pitchers

The State College Spikes begin their season tonight.  Below is a look at the pitchers who will start the year on the 2011 Spikes’ roster.  Also, be sure to check… Read more »

Pittsburgh Pirates Prospect Watch 8/4/10

Pittsburgh Pirates Prospect Watch 8/4/10

INDIANAPOLIS INDIANS (AAA) Indianapolis was off today. ALTOONA CURVE (AA) Altoona beat Akron 5-1.  Rudy Owens pitched six innings, allowing a run on one hit, with no walks and four… Read more »

Notes: Daniel McCutchen, Steve Pearce, Bryan Morris, Draft Signings, Links

Notes: Daniel McCutchen, Steve Pearce, Bryan Morris, Draft Signings, Links

Catching up on a few things: -Daniel McCutchen was optioned to AAA after last night’s loss.  The move clears room for the addition of Sean Gallagher, who the Pirates acquired… Read more »

Bucs ink 27th rounder

Bucs ink 27th rounder

According to Tim Williams at BuccoFans.com, the Pirates have signed 27th round draft pick Kevin Kleis.

Pirates sign Kevin Kleis

Pirates sign Kevin Kleis

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed another later round draft pick, this time it’s 27th round pick Kevin Kleis.  Kleis is out of the JuCo ranks, playing for Grossmont College last… Read more »