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The Pirates look to go 6-0 while an old friend tries to not let that happen. Location: Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Time: 6:45pm ET Probable Starters:Mitch Keller (0-0) 6.35 ERATrevor Williams (0-0) 0.00 ERA Predictions: For today’s daily prediction, I want to highlight that the Pirates will be facing a right handed starter for…
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The Pirates continue their best of 4 series against the Miami Marlins after a nail biting Opening Day victory. Location: LoanDepot Park in Miami, FL Time: 7:10pm ET Probable Starters:Martin Pérez (0-0)AJ Puk (0-0) Predictions: For today’s daily prediction, I want to highlight the bullpen usage of both teams after yesterday’s crazy win. Going into…
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It’s quite possibly the best day for baseball every year, it’s finally Opening Day. The Pittsburgh Pirates embark on a new journey to finally put an end to consecutive losing seasons and hopefully make the playoffs. The Pirates’ long 162 game journey starts today against the Miami Marlins. Location: LoanDepot Park in Miami, FL Time:…
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The Pittsburgh Pirates exceeded expectations in the 2023 season, finishing with a 76-86 record, 8.5 wins over projections. There are positive trends for 2024, with standout performances from players like Oneil Cruz and Ke’Bryan Hayes. However, concerns remain about certain players and the team’s pitching rotation. The predicted 2024 record is 80-82, falling short of…
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Mitch Keller is currently the only confirmed pitcher for the Pirates’ starting rotation in 2024. Johan Oviedo’s season may be in jeopardy due to an elbow injury, with the severity and treatment undecided. Paul Skenes’s potential addition is unlikely due to service time manipulation. Free agency isn’t viewed as a favourable option given budget constraints.…
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Derek Shelton, manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, steps into a critical year in 2024. After disappointing seasons since taking over in 2020, 2024 offers a chance to solidify his position through demonstrating effective leadership, player development, and securing team success. Regardless of several roster difficulties, some rising stars and the fans’ growing expectations signal that…
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The Pittsburgh Pirates face a trying season with Johan Oviedo’s injury. Options to fill this void may include internal candidates like Andre Jackson, minor league prospects Paul Skenes and Jared Jones, or external options in the free-agent market, including former Pirates pitcher Vince Velasquez, or trade possibilities such as White Sox’s Dylan Cease.
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Ke’Bryan Hayes has excelled in Major League Baseball, topping the leagues in outs above average and defensive runs saved since his debut in 2020, yet he has not been recognized as a premier defender. This has questioned the system used by the MLB and Rawlings to determine winners of prestigious awards, as it seems biased…
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The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to address their first base hole in the 2023-2024 free agent market. One ideal target is former-Phillies first baseman, Rhys Hoskins, who commands a price of around $13-17 million per year. Hoskins, known for his consistent hitting and on-base average, can provide offensive strength. His leadership can also inspire the…
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Paul Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ #1 overall selection in the 2023 MLB Draft, is predicted to be baseball’s next two-way sensation. Excelling in both pitching and hitting during his tenure at the Air Force and LSU, Skenes has demonstrated capabilities to rival those of Shohei Ohtani. Despite his unquestionable talent, concerns about health risks associated…
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