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There was an interview at yesterday’s Pirates Fest with McCutchen that appeared in today’s Post-Gazette. McCutchen, as one might expect, put the onus of winning on the players, dismissing any blame aimed at Nutting. But there was something in the article that didn’t add up to that way of thinking. ...

The reason I believe mediocracy is the goal is because it ensures both risk and costs are minimized. That's what the owner strives for above all else. He never has to worry about profits, they're basically guaranteed when owning a major league club. Has long as he continues to hamstring his GM with...

Is it too much of a leap to believe the Pirates are intentionally doing what they can to make sure they can’t win? Obvious needs are either overlooked (a corner outfielder) or addressed in a minimum way (first base). They’ve brought in bullpen guys who’ve had little to no success. It’s not a strate...

The Pirates continue to acquire pitchers who have been designated for assignment with the hopes that someone will be a bullpen arm. Maybe one of these pitchers will fill the role without allocating much in salary. I guess they feel they have enough offense to compete this year. Is it too much of a ...

The Pirates have supposedly signed DJ Stewart an outfielder who previously played with the Orioles and Mets. It is a minor league deal. I hope Stewart is not the answer to our corner outfielder. Cherington loves OBP. Stewart can't hit but he draws walks. 31 years old, career .212 hitter, batted .17...

3pirates3 wrote: ↑Fri Jan 17, 2025 12:51 am https://x.com/The_Rock_Oracle/status/18 ... 9867633088

Baltimore claims Contreras. If Roansy ever gets himself in an Old Timer’s Game one day, he’ll have one of those uniforms like Gaylord Perry wore. Contreras DFA by the Orioles. Contreras is out of options. When the Orioles claimed him on waivers he had to go on the 40-mn roster. The Orioles just cla...

3pirates3 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 16, 2025 3:50 pm https://x.com/Brewers/status/1879918076206231672

Darn! A true broadcasting legend. And a great comic. I saw him play at Forbes Field when he was a rookie with the Braves.

Nutting's willingness to spend will always be a problem when trying to attract free agents to sign here, but another aspect I keep reminding myself of is the willingness of a player to sign here when he has another choice. Players want the chance to win. The Giants try to win. If you were a free ag...

I see the Giants are talking with Randal Grichuk. I cannot believe the Pirates are going to lay an egg, and not bring on board a corner outfielder which they darn well need. I know Nutting is cheap, but by not bringing in a good corner outfielder is idiotic in my opinion. Nutting's willingness to s...