Monthly Archives: May, 2014

First Pitch: Along With Gregory Polanco, Who Should Be Promoted Soon?

First PitchMay 28, 2014

In about two weeks, Gregory Polanco could be playing in the majors. The month of June is usually when we start to see a...

Prospect Watch: 17 Game Hitting Streak For Reese McGuire

Prospect WatchMay 28, 2014

TOP OF THE SYSTEM A look at how the current top 20 prospects did today. Note that this list doesn't include players currently in the...

Minor League Schedule: Wednesday Morning Start For Tyler Glasnow

AnalysisMay 27, 2014

Today's Starters: Vance Worley, Zack Dodson, Tyler Glasnow, Justin Topa

Neal Huntington Speaks About the Upcoming Draft

2014 DraftMay 27, 2014

With just nine days until the 2014 amateur draft starts, General Manager Neal Huntington and the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to have some interesting...

With His Improved Offense, Is Neil Walker Due For an Extension?

AnalysisMay 27, 2014

Over the last few years, we've heard reports that the Pittsburgh Pirates were open to discussing an extension with second baseman Neil Walker. The...

Keith Law’s Second Mock Draft Has High Upside Prep Arm For Pirates

2014 DraftMay 27, 2014

Keith Law released his second mock draft on Tuesday afternoon and he has a brand new name for the Pittsburgh Pirates. After picking Vanderbilt's...

Why You Shouldn’t Expect to See Josh Harrison as the Pirates Shortstop

AnalysisMay 27, 2014

Last week I wrote about Josh Harrison, wondering where he would play when Gregory Polanco arrives in the majors. Harrison has been hitting well...

Prospect Highlights: Alen Hanson’s Sixth Homer, Tony Sanchez Returns to Indianapolis

AnalysisMay 27, 2014

On Monday against Erie, Alen Hanson launched his sixth home run of the season, a solo shot in the sixth inning. All of his...

First Pitch: What is Brandon Cumpton’s Upside?

First PitchMay 27, 2014

Brandon Cumpton made his first start in place of Wandy Rodriguez today, and he didn't disappoint. The right-hander went six innings, allowing two runs,...