Kevin Gorman stories, Page 87
Pirates trade Gold Glove catcher Jacob Stallings to Marlins for 3 players, including 2 prospects
The Pittsburgh Pirates continued tearing down a team that has finished last in the NL Central three consecutive seasons by trading Gold Glove catcher Jacob Stallings to the Miami Marlins for three players. The trade, which was completed Monday evening, returned three players for Stallings: 6-foot-7 right-handed pitcher Zach Thompson...
Pirates announce Jose Quintana signing, DFA Steven Brault to make room on roster
Major league teams expressed interest in signing Jose Quintana as a free agent, but the Pittsburgh Pirates whispered the one word that the 32-year-old left-handed pitcher wanted to hear: starter. A week after agreeing to a one-year, $2 million contract, Quintana signed with the Pirates on Monday and was formally...
Pirates A to Z: Travis Swaggerty getting ready to return after losing 2 seasons to setbacks
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Travis Swaggerty Position: Center field Throws: Left Bats: Left Age: 24 Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 200 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Did not play...
Pirates to add Radley Haddad to major league staff as game planning and strategy coach
The Pittsburgh Pirates have an agreement in place to add Radley Haddad, who spent five years with the New York Yankees as a coaching assistant and bullpen catcher, to their major league coaching staff in a new role. Haddad, 31, will be named the Pirates’ game planning and strategy coach,...
Pirates A to Z: Jack Suwinski’s work ethic, power prompted addition to 40-man roster
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Jack Suwinski Position: Outfielder Throws: Left Bats: Left Age: 23 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 215 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Did not play in...
UMBC rides hot 3-point shooting to build 1st-half lead, beat Pitt at home
UMBC devised a plan to counter its size disadvantage against Pitt by using its quickness as a weapon, forcing the Panthers to scramble by penetrating the lane and kicking the ball to the perimeter. The Retrievers repeatedly got open looks, sinking 11 3-point shots in the first half to build...
Pirates A to Z: Chris Stratton embraced adrenaline rush of high-leverage role
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Chris Stratton Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Bats: Right Age: 31 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 205 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Stratton was 7-1 with...
Pirates A to Z: Known for Gold Glove defense, Jacob Stallings showed off in walk-off wins
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Jacob Stallings Position: Catcher Throws: Right Bats: Right Age: 31 Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 225 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Stallings batted .246/.335/.369 with...
Pirates A to Z: Canaan Smith-Njigba ready to show he’s a big league outfielder
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Canaan Smith-Njigba Position: Outfield Throws: Right Bats: Left Age: 22 Height: 6-foot Weight: 240 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Has not played in...
Pirates keep Yoshi Tsutsugo on 1-year deal
Yoshi Tsutsugo, the Japanese slugger who revived his major league career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, has agreed to return on a one-year, $4 million deal, a source confirmed to the Tribune-Review. Tsutsugo, who turns 30 on Friday, batted .268/.347/.535 with eight doubles, eight home runs and 25 RBIs in 43...
Pirates stay in house, pick Mike Rabelo as new third base coach
The Pittsburgh Pirates will name Mike Rabelo their third base coach, moving their major league field coordinator to a new role next season, a source confirmed Wednesday night to the Tribune-Review. Rabelo, 41, was hired as assistant hitting coach in January 2020 then shifted into a position where he worked...
Pirates A to Z: Bryan Reynolds solidified himself as All-Star in middle of outfield, batting order
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Bryan Reynolds Position: Outfield Throws: Right Bats: Both Age: 26 Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 210 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Reynolds batted .302/.390/.522 with...
Pirates to hire hitting coach Andy Haines after 3-year stint with Brewers
The Pittsburgh Pirates have an agreement in place to name Andy Haines as their hitting coach, a source confirmed to the Tribune-Review, filling one of the two vacancies on the major league coaching staff. The Pirates have yet to announce the hire. Haines will replace Rick Eckstein, who was fired...
Pirates great Bill Virdon, star center fielder on 1960 World Series champions, dies at age 90
The leadoff hitter and Gold Glove center fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 1960 World Series champions who became a major-league manager of four teams, Bill Virdon was a baseball lifer known as a quiet but brilliant strategist and intense outfield instructor. Virdon, dubbed “Quail” by broadcaster Bob Prince for his...
Pirates A to Z: After struggling in spot starts, Cody Ponce pitched out of bullpen
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Cody Ponce Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Bats: Right Age: 27 Height: 6-foot-6 Weight: 255 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Ponce was 0-6 with...
Oneil Cruz remains No. 1 as Baseball America unveils new Pirates’ top 10 prospects
When Baseball American unveiled its new top 10 prospects in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system Monday, shortstop Oneil Cruz remained No. 1 but a new face rose into the top-five rankings. Cruz, 23, enters the offseason as the top prospect after a smashing major league debut in October, when his...
#BurghProud: Penguins, Pirates, Steelers team together to host Thanksgiving meal distribution
Pittsburgh’s three major professional sports franchises will team together Tuesday outside PNC Park to host a #BurghProud Thanksgiving meal distribution event to families in need. The Penguins, Pirates and Steelers are joining together in partnership with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and supported by Giant Eagle to provide frozen...
Pirates A to Z: Dillon Peters added lefty arm to starting rotation that struggled to stay 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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Dillon Peters Position: Pitcher Throws: Left Bats: Left Age: 29 Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 190 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Peters was 1-2 with...
Source: Pirates sign lefty Jose Quintana to 1-year contract
The Pittsburgh Pirates, looking for a veteran to add to a young pitching staff, have signed free-agent left-hander Jose Quintana. Quintana, 32, agreed to a one-year contract believed to be worth $2 million, a source confirmed to the Tribune-Review. The 6-foot-1, 220-pound Quintana has an 83-80 record with a 3.84...
Pirates A to Z: Hoy Park proved versatility, now must show that he can hit with consistency
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Hoy Park Position: Second base, shortstop, outfield Throws: Right Bats: Left Age: 25 Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 190 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Park...
Pirates roster additions a reflection of GM Ben Cherington’s trades, investments in prospects
When the Pittsburgh Pirates protected shortstop Liover Peguero and outfielders Canaan Smith-Njigba, Jack Suwinski and Travis Swaggerty from the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to the 40-man roster Friday, it wasn’t as simple as picking prospects acquired by Ben Cherington. Clearly, there were investments involved. The Pirates general manager...
Pirates A to Z: Pitching out of bullpen was a big adjustment for Rule 5 pick Luis Oviedo
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Luis Oviedo Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Bats: Right Age: 22 Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 235 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Oviedo was 1-2 with...
Pirates add 4 players to 40-man roster to protect from Rule 5 Draft, cut Michael Perez
The Pittsburgh Pirates opted to add a top-five infield prospect and three top-30 outfielders to their 40-man roster before Friday’s 6 p.m. deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft. The Pirates selected shortstop Liover Peguero and outfielders Canaan Smith-Njigba, Jack Suwinski and Travis Swaggerty. To clear roster space,...
Pirates A to Z: Jared Oliva endured injury but remained optimistic about his future in outfield
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Jared Oliva Position: Outfielder Throws: Right Bats: Right Age: 25 Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 205 pounds 2021 MLB statistics: Oliva batted .175/.233/.225 with...
MLB announces new policy that will provide furnished housing for minor league players
Major League Baseball announced a new policy that is expected to provide furnished housing to 90% of minor league players at the club’s expense, starting in the 2022 season. The policy applies to all players except for those under a major league uniform policy contract or making six-figure salaries, and...
