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Monthly Archives: February, 2009

In early 2022, I saw Carlos Jimenez pitch for the Bradenton Marauders. Of all the players who played in Single-A on that particular day, Jimenez stood out the most. When talking about players in A-ball standing out,...
What has stood out about Quinn Priester in the early games in Triple-A this year is his high whiff rate. The 2019 first rounder has two starts with double-digit whiff totals, seeing an increase over his...

Spring Training: Jose Tabata; Pirates Win Second Game

Jose Tabata is looking forward to making a big impact in his first full season with the Pirates' organization.

Spring Training: Shelby Ford; Exhibition Games Start

When you're wearing the number "73" on your back in spring training, you might have to work a little harder to get noticed.

Can we please stop talking about this now?

Doug Mientkiewicz signed a minor league deal with the Dodgers.  I have never seen so much anxiety over a guy with a .753 OPS. EDIT:...

Downfall of the Fam-A-Lee Redux

I have been absent for almost a month. Gone and perhaps forgotten? Hopefully not. 2009 got off to a weird start as my family...

The future of the defense – Part 1, Outfield

As Pirate fans, our focus is currently on the future. The team is likely two seasons away from any clear improvement, and a potential...

Spring Training Catch Up

OK, back to business!
Lots of things going on in Bradenton to catch up on.

Random thoughts

I have a few disjointed thoughts rolling around in my head as I eat lunch today.   Nady Trade Remember when the Yankees absolutely stole two of...

Fans overreacting to LaRoche news

Chuck Finder reported today that Andy LaRoche has not keep up with a special exercise regimen, which likely contributed to the back problems he...

Russell’s contract extended

The Pirates extended manager John Russell's contract through 2010 this morning. This gives Russell some stability as he begins his second season at...

Andy Marte designated for assignment

The Indians designated Andy Marte for assignment today, giving them ten days to trade him or place him on waivers. Marte is a...

Would a salary cap benefit the Pirates?

Yesterday, Red Sox ownership publicly supported a salary cap for Major League Baseball. This is interesting news, as Boston owns one of the highest...

Pirate Prospect #16 – Donald Veal

I am counting down my personal list of the top 25 Pirate prospects. You can follow the countdown here, or by clicking on the...

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