by PBD Staff | Jul 11, 2019 | News
With the MLB All-Star break upon us, it’s time to reflect on some unexpected events that have taken place over the past three-plus months. It’d be impossible to not immediately think about the Texas Rangers when going through this exercise. On the eve of...
by PBD Staff | Jul 10, 2019 | News
No ballplayer wants to get their season off to a slow start, especially free agents who are trying to make an immediate impact on a new club. As much as he may want to just be another part of the team, it’s hard to categorize Manny Machado as such, especially...
by PBD Staff | Jul 10, 2019 | Pirates
A few things are synonymous with the month of July for baseball fans. Obviously, a big draw (for some) is the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game, but what captivates just about everyone is the trade deadline. At this time of the season, trades can have a huge impact on...
by PBD Staff | Jul 8, 2019 | Pirates
Chris Archer took the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates to face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. LA is one of baseball’s best offenses, and unfortunately for the 30-year-old, they once again looked the part. The right-hander lasted just five innings, allowing...
by PBD Staff | Jul 5, 2019 | Pirates
Mike Nicastro is the author of this piece. Eight-game losing streaks are never fun. The Pirates have endured one of the toughest weeks in recent memory, but that doesn’t mean there still can’t be bright spots along the way. The shining star this past week for the...