Errors and Misplays Abound As Bucs Drop Rubber Match 8-3 (24-22)

5/21/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Messy game on both sides of the ball as wild pitches and errant throws contributed to runs on both sides, however, more prominent for the Pirates side. Additionally, another late-game pitching decision by Shelton likely will be pointed to as a potential lynchpin for the Dbacks victory. Continue reading “Errors and Misplays Abound As Bucs Drop Rubber Match 8-3 (24-22)”

Defending Champion Houston Astros Trounce Bucs in Series Opener: (6-4)

4/10/23- By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on Twitter Reeling from losing Oneil Cruz on Sunday, the Pirates scuffled on Monday night, dropping the opening game of the Astros series 8-2. It was announced earlier in the day that Cruz had surgery to repair his fractured left ankle and would be out for 4 months. RoansyContinue reading “Defending Champion Houston Astros Trounce Bucs in Series Opener: (6-4)”

Pirates Break Out The Lumber, Out-Slug Red Sox 7-6: (2-2)

The Pirates fought back after an early haymaker from the Red Sox to take Game 1 of the series.