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“Z” Cheng Has a Fast Car

Tsung-Che Cheng is no stranger to international competition and playing in front of large crowds. He also has some of the best contact skills in the Pirates' system, and walks to the plate playing "Fast Car" by Luke Combs. Read about the man nicknamed "Z".

Lonnie White Jr. Shows a Competitive Drive and Quick Learning Ability

Lonnie White Jr. was drafted 64th overall in 2021, signing with the Pirates rather than going to Penn State as a two-sport athlete. Injuries slowed the start of his career, but he returned in 2023, with some of the best numbers in the system during the second half.

Pirates Set Their Opening Day Roster With Jared Jones in the Rotation

The Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday made the final moves to set their Opening Day roster, with the most notable decision being Jared Jones making...

Prospect Watch: One Hitter and One Pitcher to Follow At Every Level

I was at Pirate City this weekend, getting a look at some of the prospects in the system, while getting a feel for where...

First Pitch: Pirates Prospects (Tim’s Version)

Pirates Prospects is entering its 16th season covering the Pittsburgh Pirates. Nine years ago this week, the site made the switch to a subscription site....

Saturday Sleepers: Garret Forrester Moving Behind the Plate

BRADENTON, Fla. - The Pittsburgh Pirates are converting 2023 third round pick Garret Forrester to a catcher, splitting his time between first base and...

Statcast Heroes: Jared Jones, Roansy Contreras, Valentin Linarez

Every week on Pirates Prospects, I'll be digging through the Statcast data on Baseball Savant to highlight three players who stand out for their...

The History of Anthony Solometo’s Funky Delivery

Anthony Solometo tried throwing like everyone else when he was younger. The left-hander was taught to pick up a ball like everyone, with the intent...

Braxton Ashcraft Returned From Tommy John With MLB Stuff

Returning from Tommy John surgery, Braxton Ashcraft was just looking to remain healthy in his 2023 season. “The health was the biggest focal point of...

Thomas Harrington Emerged as a Top Ten Prospect in His Pro Debut

Thomas Harrington is currently out of action, being examined for shoulder issues in Pirates' camp. The 22-year-old pitcher isn't a household name, having only...

J.P. Massey Shows His Future Potential During Eventful 2023 Season

The National League entered the bottom of the 6th inning of the Future's Game with a 5-0 lead. Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher J.P. Massey...

Jackson Wolf’s Elevator Delivery Explained

Jackson Wolf was having difficulties being consistent and achieving a flow down the mound with his delivery in Spring Training 2022. A member of...