Kevin Gorman stories, Page 112
John Baker brings new-age approach to Pirates as director of coaching and player development
John Baker has built a value system based on being a continuous learner, so upon retiring from the major leagues five years ago, he attended an analytics conference in Boston to build an awareness and understanding of data. What left a lasting impression on Baker was one of the guest...
Pirates A to Z: After earning his first victory, Geoff Hartlieb found a role as a reliever
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Player: Geoff Hartlieb Position: Pitcher Throws:...
Pitt women’s basketball will open 20-game ACC schedule Dec. 10 at Virginia Tech
The Pitt women’s basketball team will open a 20-game ACC schedule Dec. 10 at Virginia Tech, with the Panthers playing their home opener three days later against Clemson at Petersen Events Center. The ACC announced its 20-game schedule Wednesday, a two-game increase from last year because of the coronavirus pandemic....
Pirates A to Z: After strong start at plate, Erik Gonzalez finished as starting shortstop
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Erik Gonzalez Position: Shortstop Bats/Throws: Right/right...
Pirates name John Baker director of coaching and player development
The Pittsburgh Pirates named John Baker their director of coaching and player development. Baker served as the MLB Head Applied Mental Skills Coach this past season, and spent five years in baseball operations with the Chicago Cubs. “We are excited to add John to our baseball operations leadership team,” Pirates...
Pirates A to Z: Carson Fulmer hopes to make his mark in bullpen in second stint with Pirates
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Carson Fulmer Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates A to Z: Adam Frazier could be trade bait after frustrating season at the plate
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Adam Frazier Position: Second baseman Bats/Throws:...
Pirates A to Z: After being shut down by injury, Michael Feliz might be down to last chance
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Michael Feliz Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
After Nick Burdi clears waivers, Pirates outright injured reliever to Triple-A Indianapolis
After having a second Tommy John surgery last month, Nick Burdi won’t pitch next season. But the right-handed reliever’s career with the Pittsburgh Pirates isn’t over yet. The Pirates designated Burdi, 27, for assignment last weekend but he cleared waivers and was outrighted Friday to Triple-A Indianapolis, according to the...
Pirates A to Z: Phillip Evans made positive first impression before season-ending injury
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Phillip Evans Position: Third base/first base/outfield...
Pirates to host online baseball, softball clinic for charity
The Pittsburgh Pirates will host a virtual “Play at Home” baseball and softball clinic next weekend for coaches and parents. The online event, part of the Pirates Charities Friendsgiving holiday gift campaign, is free to pre-registered participants from Nov. 13-15. It includes two Q&A sessions and a full-day clinic, with...
Pirates A-Z: With help from Roy Halladay, Austin Davis put focus on preparation
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Austin Davis Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
Pirates A to Z: After ‘tragic accident,’ club counting on Oneil Cruz to make it to majors
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Oneil Cruz Position: Shortstop Bats/Throws: Left/Right...
Pirates A to Z: Kyle Crick has eye on shutting door as closer
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Kyle Crick Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
Pirates A to Z: Will Craig no longer a prospect but still trying to make it to majors
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Will Craig Position: First base Bats/Throws:...
Pirates ‘very supportive’ of Gregory Polanco playing winter ball in Dominican Republic
Gregory Polanco plans to play winter baseball in his native Dominican Republic, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are as excited as their veteran right fielder was when he came up with the idea. Ben Cherington called it “encouraging” that Polanco came to the Pirates with the plan, sharing it with the...
GM Ben Cherington says Pirates will ‘keep door cracked’ on reunion with Chris Archer
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said the club wasn’t willing to commit to Chris Archer’s $11 million salary for 2021, given the right-handed pitcher missed last season following surgery. The Pirates declined Archer’s option over the weekend by paying a $250,000 buyout, thereby making him a free agent, but...
Pirates A to Z: Blake Cederlind showed he has the stuff to be a high-leverage reliever
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Blake Cederlind Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates cut reliever Dovydas Neverauskas to make room for 5 players on 40-man roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates designated relievers Nick Burdi and Dovydas Neverauskas for assignment on Sunday, clearing room on the 40-man roster for the reinstatement of five players from the 60-day injured list. The Pirates also officially confirmed that they declined the $11 million club option for 2021 on pitcher Chris Archer,...
Pirates DFA reliever Nick Burdi after a second Tommy John surgery
Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi has been designated for assignment after he underwent a second Tommy John surgery on his right (throwing) elbow last month. The Pirates said surgery was recommended after a re-evaluation 10 to 12 weeks after Burdi underwent platelet-rich plasma therapy injections, which involve a concentration of...
Pirates A to Z: Oft-injured Nick Burdi proves to be reliable reliever when healthy
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Nick Burdi Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates A to Z: After a lost season, JT Brubaker showed he has the stuff to be a starter
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). JT Brubaker Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates claim catcher Michael Perez off waivers, option 5 others
The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed catcher Michael Perez off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays as they made a flurry of moves on Friday. Perez, a 28-year-old from Puerto Rico, batted .167 with three doubles, a home run and 13 RBIs in 38 games this past season. He also went 2...
Pirates A to Z: Did Steven Brault’s strong finish secure spot in rotation?
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Steven Brault Position: Pitcher Throws: Left...
Pirates A to Z: Josh Bell going back to basics to get his timing down after a season of struggle
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Josh Bell Position: First baseman/designated hitter...
