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Prospect Notebook: Tim Alderson Reviving His Prospect Status

Over the off-season, Tim Alderson went back to an old throwing program he used in high school, long tossing from distances of 300-350 feet...

Prospect Notebook: When Will Cole and Taillon Move Up?

It's a question I get asked daily. Several times a day, even. When will Gerrit Cole and Jameson Taillon move up to Altoona? Both starters...

Prospect Notebook: Cole and Taillon On the Right Track For Double-A

Top pitching prospects Gerrit Cole and Jameson Taillon are both off to strong starts in high-A Bradenton.  After Sunday's start, Cole has a 3.54...

Prospect Notebook: Allie Demoted, Sanchez Working on Throws

It's been a rough start to the 2012 season for right-hander Stetson Allie. The 2010 second round draft pick left his first start of...

Prospect Notebook: Alderson Needs to Earn Rotation Spot

On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Pirates promoted right-handed pitcher Tim Alderson from Altoona to Indianapolis. The move was made due to a combination of promotions...

Prospect Notebook: Taillon Reducing Drop In His Delivery

Jameson Taillon made his pro debut last year in West Virginia, throwing 92.2 innings in his rookie season. The second overall pick of the...

Prospect Notebook: Hunter Strickland’s Return to the Mound

In 2009 the Pittsburgh Pirates traded first baseman Adam LaRoche to the Boston Red Sox. In return they received Triple-A shortstop Argenis Diaz, and...

Prospect Notebook: Chambers Working to be More Mature at the Plate

Evan Chambers working to be more mature at the plate...Carlos Paulino has an important role...Cole and Taillon dominate...hot start for the international hitters.

Prospect Notebook: New Addition Rowland Dropped Arm Slot During Off-Season

Robby Rowland was about to lay down for a nap a few hours before tip-off in the Final Four game between Kentucky and Louisville...

Bradenton Marauders Notebook: Strong Play From Gift

The Bradenton Marauders took their first game of the season tonight against the St. Lucie Mets, winning 3-2 in the 11th inning on a...

Prospect Notebook: Strickland Goes Five in Marauders Scrimmage

The Bradenton Marauders played a scrimmage game tonight at McKechnie Field, opening the event to the public free of charge. Hunter Strickland made the...

Prospect Notebook: Locke Adding Lilly-Esque Turn to Delivery

Extended Spring Training started today for the Pittsburgh Pirates. For some minor league players, this is a time to get some informal game experience...

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