Pirates Business

Examining Optional Assignments and the Pirates

AnalysisJuly 11, 2019

There are plenty of roster intricacies in the Major League Baseball Rulebook that can be difficult to understand in theory and application: Designated for...

How Much Payroll Can the Pirates Trade Away?

AnalysisJune 22, 2019

Well, as Ron Burgundy might say, “That escalated quickly.” This wasn’t a topic I anticipated visiting quite this early, but after the entire pitching staff’s...

Injury Impact to the Pirates’ Payroll

AnalysisJune 7, 2019

It’s no secret—injuries have significantly derailed the Pirates’ season. Many weren’t overly hopeful about the team’s chances this year, but many predicted at least...