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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 to throw it overhand. He had an issue with dropping his arm...
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 the season,” said Ashcraft at the end of last year’s campaign. “I...

P2Daily: Luis Ortiz’s Debut, By The Numbers

It's been an incredibly run for Luis Ortiz, who went from Opening Day starter for the Bradenton Marauders in 2021 to making his major...

Minor Moves: Luis Escobar Promoted to Indianapolis; Six Other Pitchers on the Move

It was reported by Jon Heyman last night that right-handed pitcher Montana DuRapau will be promoted to the Pittsburgh Pirates today. Right-handed pitcher Clay...

AFL Season Recap: Cole Tucker and Will Craig Highlight the Fall League for Pirates

The 2018 Arizona Fall League season wrapped up on Thursday for the Surprise Saguaros. The Pittsburgh Pirates originally selected eight players to go to...

AFL Recap: Will Craig Homers; Bryan Reynolds Drives in Two Runs

The Arizona Fall League entered the final three days of the season on Tuesday, as the Surprise Saguaros took on Glendale at home. Will...

AFL Recap: Ninth Inning Comeback Falls Short for Saguaros

The Surprise Saguaros were eliminated from the Arizona Fall League playoff race on Wednesday. With six games left in the season, they took on...

AFL Recap: All Six Pittsburgh Pirates Contribute in a 10-1 Win

The Surprise Saguaros took on Glendale on Tuesday afternoon, as the Arizona Fall League schedule winds down with just seven games left after today....

AFL Recap: Saguaros Continue to Fall in Standings with Friday’s Loss

The Surprise Saguaros took on the Salt River Rafters on Friday afternoon in Arizona Fall League action. It was a slow day for the...

AFL Recap: Saguaros Lose Back-to-Back Games to First Place Peoria

The Surprise Saguaros took on first place Peoria at home on Tuesday afternoon. They lost a tough one to Peoria yesterday, dropping them four...

AFL Recap: Will Craig and Cole Tucker Collect Two Hits Each in Ugly Loss

The Surprise Saguaros came into Thursday's action with a four-game losing streak. Nearing the halfway point of the 30-game season, they had a 5-8...

AFL Recap: Solid Day at the Plate for Cole Tucker

The Surprise Saguaros took on Scottsdale on Saturday afternoon. The Saguaros came into the game with a 5-4 record, which had them a game...

Live Discussion: Surprise Loses Arizona Fall League Opener 10-8

The Arizona Fall League begins today with a 3:35 PM EST start time. The Pittsburgh Pirates will be on the Surprise Saguaros this season....

Arizona Fall League Preview: Pirates are Sending a Talented Group of Prospects to the AFL

The Arizona Fall League begins play on Tuesday and the Pittsburgh Pirates are sending a talented group of prospects to the league. All eight Pirate...