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Author: tbragg

Six weeks ago, Pirates Prospects returned as a solo project. Since that point, this article is the 122nd that I've posted. If you're doing the math at home, that's an average of about three articles per...
Paul Skenes is human, after all. The 2023 first overall pick gave up his first runs of the season against Omaha on Wednesday afternoon, in his first start where he pitched into the fifth inning. Skenes allowed his...

Dylan Busby’s Bat was Coming Around Prior to Injury with West Virginia

Covering the West Virginia Power the way I do for Pirates Prospects sometimes presents a few challenges. When the team goes on the road,...

Calvin Mitchell, Lolo Sanchez Heading in Different Directions for West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va -- Calvin Mitchell and Lolo Sanchez entered the 2018 season as two of the names to watch for the West Virginia Power....

Ike Schlabach Has Found Velocity, But Needs to Find a Way to Make it More Consistent

CHARLESTON, W.VA. - West Virginia pitcher Ike Schlabach hasn't always had his best stuff this season for the Power, but that doesn't mean the...

Oneil Cruz Adjusts, Shows Signs of Progression With West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.VA. - Oneil Cruz is the puppy with big paws. Cruz, a 19-year-old shortstop for the West Virginia Power who came to the Pirates...

Bullpen Performance Has Been Pleasant Surprise For West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.VA. -- When West Virginia Power relief pitcher Blake Weiman gave up a two-run home run in the top of the ninth inning...

Mason Martin Sets Sights on Improved Defense With West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.VA. - Mason Martin burst onto the prospect scene last summer in the Gulf Coast League thanks in large part to his bat. The...

Deon Stafford Has a Mentor in West Virginia Manager Wyatt Toregas

CHARLESTON, W.VA. - Catchers are almost expected to act as a second manager on the field. Deon Stafford has filled that role nicely so...

Travis MacGregor Working New Pitch Into His Repertoire in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.VA. - On the surface, West Virginia Power starting pitcher Travis MacGregor's April 12 start at Hickory has been the lone blip on...

Calvin Mitchell’s Refined Approach at the Plate Paying Off Early in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- The word on the West Virginia Power entering the 2018 season was it would be a club loaded on talent and full...

Lolo Sanchez Shows Flashes of Talent in Inconsistent Start For West Virginia

CHARLESTON, W.VA. -- Lolo Sanchez entered the 2018 season with lofty expectations placed on him, with good reason, but through the first few weeks...

Alvarez Becoming More Complete Player with Work on Defense

Pedro Alvarez has been heating up at the plate in recent weeks and has entered the discussion for a spot on the National League...

Herrera, Polanco named to Futures Game Roster

The rosters for the 2013 Sirius XM All-Star Futures Game were announced Wednesday afternoon and two players from the Pittsburgh minor league system made the...

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