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This Date in Pirates History: June 14
Plenty of trades in Pittsburgh Pirates history on this date, including two that involved Hall of Fame players and the same player getting traded...
This Date in Pirates History: April 18
Six former Pittsburgh Pirates players born on this date, one stands out above the rest. Before I get to the players, one Opening Day...
Pittsburgh’s First Minor League Team
Since this site started as a minor league site (that has expanded to cover every aspect of the Pirates) and we try to give...
The Pirates and Acquiring Veteran Pitchers
From a combination of my "This Date" article posted today about pitcher Jouett Meekin and my article about Tim Wakefield and what pitchers won...
Pittsburgh Pirates: The First 25 Seasons
The current day Pittsburgh Pirates franchise started in 1882 as a member of the American Association, a rival league to the National League and...
This Date in Pirates History: December 25
Born on this date in 1856 was James "Pud" Galvin, the winningest pitcher to ever suit up for the Pittsburgh Pirates franchise. He joined...
This Date in Pirates History: November 13
On this date in 1947, Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher, Gene Garber was born. He was drafted by the Pirates in the 20th round of...
Ned Hanlon
The following is from Pirates Prospects contributor John Dreker, as part of his ongoing Pirates History feature. The feature focuses on the history of...
Alleghenys Strike Gold
The following is from Pirates Prospects contributor John Dreker, as part of his ongoing Pirates History feature. The feature focuses on the history of...
Site Updates
Site Updates: We’re Starting to Get Back on Our Feet, And...
A week ago, I wrote a very important site update about how Pirates Prospects was struggling, and at risk of closing down. We were...