It’s Never Too Early to Talk Trade
The Pirates need some reinforcements to the lineup if they want to stay afloat in the NL. An early trade from teams out of it already is rare, though. [...]
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Work Study: The Overlooked Solution to Paying College Athletes
Paying college athletes may be a step too far at the moment, but what about small stipends through a work study instead? [...]
Melky Cabrera and Other Pleasant Pirates Surprises
Sure there have been some disappointments, but Melky Cabrera and some friends have led to some positive surprises for the Pirates in April. [...]
Imagining A Pittsburgh Without The Pirates
The demographics of the city don't look promising moving forward. Coupled with fan apathy, could the Pirates leave Pittsburgh after PNC Park lease expires? [...]
Is Duquesne Just Cursed?
Is it injuries, reliance on freshman, or something more eldritch to explain Duquesne's perennial shortfalls? [...]
Pittsburgh Tournament Dance Party
I’ve written about Duquesne basketball for years, but I’m going to take that hat off for this piece and look at the broader Pittsburgh college hoops scene. With [...]
Pirates Farm Overview: Not a Disaster
Oneil Cruz is still a rough diamond, but his upside in Pirates system is very high. If you asked even the rosiest Pirates talking heads, no one would argue the Pirates minor [...]
The Reds Offseason — Sound and the Fury, Signifying Nothing
The Reds made a lot of moves this offseason for guys on expiring contracts. It's not enough to contend for the division, so why did they do it? [...]
Pirates Only Hope: Internal Improvements
The Pirates don't seem to be willing or able to add significant external improvements, so it will have to come internally. [...]
What to Expect When You ?re Expecting Nothing: A Guide to the Pirates 2018 Winter Meetings
“So I can spend $50M in Vegas, right Bob?” I had a well ?timed dream yesterday that I discovered the Pirates signed an undisclosed player to a $330 million [...]
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