Paid a high price for Vogey but he was a good bat. His Statcast page has blood red splotches thanks to his tremendous exit velocities and sprint speed. Or Washington. Keep up with the latest storylines, expert analysis, highlights, scores and more. At this point, neither one should be even considered a back up, but one of them will need to change positions or teams. Mitchell of. Not only are they both going to be part of the teams roster, but they could also be part of the same Opening Day line-up. I do agree that good fielding shortstops are undervalued, but outside of one year Newman has graded out as average at best. you know what, I thought this was a Phillies recap, I didnt read the article. Wilson long Frazier did not have a great time in San Diego. Id like to hear more of those loud playoff moments as soon as 2024. Instead, it was another year of letting their young players get their feet wet in the big leagues, with some encouraging results in that department. Theyve been moving Edny around the field defensively. I still have my baseball card collection from 1959-1968.My mother knew not to do anything adverse with them.She even told me wisely not to trade my singles. Reynolds hit .262 with 27 homers and 62 RBIs in 145 games last season, when Pittsburgh finished with a 62-100 record. Shelton could be awful. I realize Delay was drafted, he wasnt a solid backup receiver and the others that put on a Pirate uniform, were indeed scraps taken from the waiver wire. Those 4 teams have some of the best scouting and development in baseball. I forgot about his speed but that would play very well in right field also. Clearly it is Daviss job to lose. Marcano only drew walks at 5.6% of the time with a sub-par 24.9% strikeout rate, both of which were highly atypical for Marcano, at least based on his minor league numbers. I agree on martin with what was shown in recent times. And if they did so what. Wilson also has been near the bottom of the leaderboards when it comes to inducing soft contact. [] What teams rebuild in 2 years? The Pittsburgh Pirates arent likely to make a lot of noise this winter. Bat needs to be real special if he cant catch at 1 1, Newman is a good bench guy on a good team. Neither of those two have much experience and both are glove-first types who are better suited for a backup role. Baez was over pay. I like Kevin Newman but I think you are over valuing him when you compare him to Swanson. He also seems like a pitcher who could benefit from focusing heavily on just two or three pitches rather than five. Figured I would give him a injury pass and check him out in 2023. he still needs some work but I can see him coming out of spring if things go well. I rather have Bae in the infield But he is the type of guy id try to fit in anywhere. In conjunction with this post, Darragh McDonald held a Pirates-centric live chat on 10-19-22. Read the transcript here. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. You may very well be right about Cruz but then they need new leadership which is a whole nother problem. The Pirates are obviously rebuilding and very few expect them to emerge as surprise contenders in 2023, which means this jumble will likely be straightened out as the season goes on. Frazier has never been a power hitter, but his .068 isolated slugging percentage was low, even for him. Not sure why fielding errors are worse than throwing errors when the latter is quite often caused by defects in the former. Theres Jack Suwinski, who hit 19 homers but also struck out 30.6% of the time and hit .202/.298/.411 overall for a wRC+ of 100. Choi, 31, slashed .233/.341/.388 with 22 doubles, 11 home runs and 52 RBIs in 113 games with the Rays last season and ranked seventh among first baseman with plus-2 Outs Above Average. Read the transcript here. I will give him another 2 years at this point. Marcano could have had a better first look with the Pirates. If cruz has to play SS Id non tender him because Bae needs every day at bats at 2B or somewhere. Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The Pittsburgh Pirates addressed one of their glaring weaknesses Thursday, acquiring first baseman Ji-Man Choi from the Tampa Bay Rays for a minor league pitcher. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). But he did do strong at Double-A Altoona and Triple-A Indy, posting a .861 OPS, .370 wOBA, and 126 wRC+ in 241 plate appearances. If Heyward or Santana flop, they can just cut the cord and move on. That team has been losing my whole lifetime. Hopefully they get the Dodgers to trade another Oneil Cruz for a reliever. Mitch Keller seems to have taken a huge step forward here in 2022, dropping his ERA to 3.91 after registering a 6.17 mark last year. DTD-They have hyped him so much and coddled him that that may never happen.He is not fundamentally sound and has a good many throwing errors because he does not get set.He would make a very good rightfielder and nobody would be running on him but the Pirates should have made that switch before now.I have given up on it. Although Wilson has a remarkable 6.1% walk rate, hes only struck out 15.8% of the batters he has faced while having a 1.6 HR/9 rate. Paul-Delay and Heinamen are very good AAA depth pieces. I hope Kevin can get with a good team this offseason and start at SS for them. Pegueros first half in the minors was pretty decent. Cruz is 24 and has barely any reps in the OF lets blame management for that. With that being the Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the deepest list of minor league prospects in all of baseball. He improved a lot this year. I think that Underwood May have finally pitched his last for the Pirates as they may very well need his spot for a young pitcher. They need change if for no other reason to jump start becoming a good team. Among batters with at least 350 plate appearances this year, only Joey Gallo and Chris Taylor struck out at a higher clip. Sell every single piece and load up the farm. I get itIm a dinosaur. That leaves the club with multi-positional options like Zack Collins and Diego Castillo on the depth chart going into next year, though its possible they bring in another low-cost free agent or waiver claim to take over here. The Pirates entered this offseason with one glaring void to fill: first base. Wilson is still fairly young. It has surprised me that Marte has not garnered better returns.And you are correct about injuries to young players.I am not sue why that has been for Marte. Yet 3 worst teams without him. CAN WEED REALLY HELP YOU RECOVER FROM WORKOUTS? They also held onto their center field trade candidate in Cedric Mullins and now seem poised to use him as part of contending teams for the next few seasons. Mendoza Im right there age wise with you my friend. Granted, Crowe did display a better fastball with more spin and better secondary stuff. My question is if Endy Rodriguez will stick at catcher knowing Henry Davis will also be in the majors soon. Its likely the club fortifies this position with a veteran addition, with Prez recently expressing his belief that he could be that guy again. Since coming over from the Padres in the January 2021 deal that sent Joe Musgrove to San Diego, Bednar has fired 112 1/3 innings with a 2.40 ERA, 32.7% strikeout rate, 7.8% walk rate and 37.6% ground ball rate. Giving him premium free agent contract for a extension awful. Who should the Pirates consider with the No. No, once players perceive there is no immediacy, no pride to wear the uniform, no fire. Reynolds does OK in centerfield But was put there after they traded Marte and did not have an in house replacement.Bae would have to prove himself there in spring training and may be better suited for the infield but they have plenty of young players there for now.Reynolds was always a corner outfielder before and Baes speed is quite good. The Pittsburgh Pirates emerged as the winners of the first ever Major League Baseball Draft Lottery Tuesday night. Between you and MendozaLine, Im a little taken aback by some choices here. WebVisit ESPN to view the latest Pittsburgh Pirates news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more Wilson is still fairly young. Wilson also has an option remaining, so its not as if the Pirates have to DFA Wilson to start 2023. The Pirates have acquired first baseman Ji-Man Choi from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for minor league righty Jack Hartman. Kevin Newman should be allowed to play for a decent team that will give him playing time at SS in 2023. Too often, Pirates players had no pride and no fire this year. With Cronenworth, Tatis Jr., Kim, and top prospect C.J. The Pittsburgh Pirates have been relatively active so far this offseason. The thing about good field / no hit SSs is that most dont recognize how important they are to a baseball team until they get on a good team. I like cutch not because I think he can still play but to trick fans to increase season tickets. Dodgers and even Yankees put out blueprint on how to run a 200 million plus payroll. It seems that this coaching group may be as bad as the last one. Holderman set up Martins power is great and could be a 30-40HR guy. Your best source for quality Pittsburgh Pirates news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective. Heyward and Santana have been highly sought after, and highly paid for their approach to the game. Bryse Wilson put up a 5.52 ERA in 115 2/3 innings while frequently getting sent to the minors. Tired- Back at you as I appreciate your insight on a lot of different Bucco subjects. I agree with you on Bae but he did not seem to be lost in cf and played well in his debut and having him and Cruz there would almost be like softball with the fourth outfielder. I agree about Keller. The Bucs head into this offseason with very little on the books, as the KeBryan Hayes extension is the only firm commitment. The other option is to move him to the bullpen. There are certainly things to be excited about here, but the return to meaningful games doesnt seem especially close. After good scouting picks good players and good coaching teaches players it is up to the players to perform,so it takes all three to make it work. Another offseason of small commitments is likely to come, with 2023 likely pegged as another year of letting the kids play and seeing where it goes. And I do not think that they need them. FA util. The Mets completely mis-handled the trade deadline, imo. Sure, some may need more than a season to show what they are capable of, but in every facet of the game the same mistakes or lack of awareness were evident. Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Ticket sales, merchandise sales, share of the national television contract, local television contract and food and beverage shares at PNC Park goes towards the owners profit margin But that subpar offense was paired with the best third base defense in the game, as Hayes produced 18 Outs Above Average, the top mark at the hot corner and trailing only Jonathan Schoop and Dansby Swanson for tops among all position players. They used nine different players at first base in 2022. More concerned with catching than the bat. Reynolds hit .262 with 27 homers and 62 RBIs in 145 games last season, when Pittsburgh finished with a 62-100 record. Hopefully the bat plays but who knows at this point. Yes, human nature is what it is, but it responds via perceptions He improved a lot this year. JT Brubaker had a 5.36 ERA last year but a 4.69 ERA this year with fairly similar peripherals, thanks to keeping the ball in the park more. Reynolds lf. Keller should be the opening day pitcher. Choi, 31, appeared in 113 games for the Rays last season. Is this the fortune the Pirates needed following Bryan Reynolds trade request? The Pittsburgh Pirates have swung their first big move of the offseason and it addresses a major need. Peguero May be there two years down the line but I am a stickler for these guys proving themselves in AAA first. 2b: Newman Call 1-800-GAMBLER. By all means this is. Rodriguez, Priester, Davis, Gonzales, and Peguero will all start at AAA next year and all are top 100 prospects. The Bucs will hope to do the same with Reynolds. The Pirates have added another first baseman. However, even they wont be able to use finances as an excuse when it comes to salary arbitration this upcoming offseason. 2023 will be just his age-25 campaign, and he has the former prospect status. Wilson has until the likes of Quinn Priester, Mike Burrows, Kyle Nicolas, and J.C. I believe he could help mentor some of the up-and-coming catchers for the Pirates like Endy Rodriguez and Henry Davis during Spring Training. The MLB Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams rank after the Winter Meetings, Best NFL Prop Bets for Buccaneers vs. 49ers in Week 14 (Nick Bosa Will Sack Tom Brady), A Giants trade after losing out on Aaron Judge. Suwinski was hitting for his fair share of power, hitting 15 dingers in just 267 plate appearances and posting a .282 isolated slugging percentage. No one of the four small market teams mentioned reached the nadir of disgrace that the Pirates have reached,so it makes sense that it would take the Pirates longer.The problem is that no improvement has not shown up in wins during the season. But clearly, thats not enough. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Bryan Reynolds has requested a trade ahead of baseball's winter meetings. On gameday Saturdays and Sundays, the Pirates Main Ticket Office will open at 9 a.m. and close 15 minutes after the game ends. But he also allowed 25 free passes and 12 earned runs. The outfield prospect was batting .269/.398/.551 with a .412 wOBA and 150 wRC+ with the Padres Double-A affiliate. This is not leadership. The Pittsburgh Pirates emerged as the winners of the first ever Major League Baseball Draft Lottery Tuesday night. With the Pirates unlikely to be contending for a while, they can keep the experiment going and see how Cruz responds next year. Bell felt a little light but he was a inconsistent hitting dh. Perhaps wait to post this until the Phillies are eliminated? Next to Hayes on the infield is Oneil Cruz, who got a cup of coffee last year but truly debuted here in 2022. A GM should have five years unless it is clear that he is in over his head. You are excited about prospects but they cannot be relied upon until they prove themselves at AAA and none of those that you cited have done so. Gamel will not be back as Mitchell will be the fourth outfielder, Keller coming around the 2nd half though makes me very happy . Though rebuilding teams can shed their embarrassing skin and become exciting in a hurry, as this years Orioles showed. Going to replace Nimmo? Choi, 31, appeared in 113 games for the Rays last season. Maybe,but not if his footwork is bad which should have been learned in the low minors if he was going to be a ML shortstop. Pittsburgh Pirates: Should Ben Gamel be Designated for Assignment. Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Tuesday, December 6, 2022. On gameday Saturdays and Sundays, the Pirates Main Ticket Office will open at 9 a.m. and close 15 minutes after the game ends. Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Tuesday, November 22, 2022. As free agency opens up, so are the Pirates pockets, as the club has genuine interest in adding to the team. I do not think that Shelton can lead this team to victory and a change needs to be made if only to make a change. FA Basics. Their bank accounts will get the attention of young players even if speeches and lectures wont. I can see stallings not being too upset about returning. Theyve mortgaged everything in pumping out the idea that Hayes and he are future superstars, and as Cruz has apparently been resistant to the idea of moving, having either become a malcontent is a PR train wreck Congrats to the Padres! Others AAA depth For all of the storybook season of power Suwinsky had, he struck out twice as many times as had hits. He will be non tendered and free to sign with someone after that. Not sure Miami will admit failure on Stallings and he wasnt as bad as people think. The third option the Pirates have is to trade Wilson. An updated look at the Pittsburgh Pirates 2023 payroll table, including base pay, bonuses, options, & tax allocations. Ben Cherington must REALLY be feeling the tryptophan from his Thanksgiving turkey. As we approach the end of the 2022 campaign, the Pirates will have to figure out what to do with the right-hander sooner than later. The Pirates would be foolish to non-tender Newman. No idea if he will get better but many others have so why not him? And that leads me to your and my and other posters opinions on the basics or lack thereof on the Pirates play.This is not nuclear science.Like Ben Franklin said this is either a setting or rising sun.It is up to BC and ownership to figure out what they need to do to right the course. My favorite was when Cueto dropped the ball. 3B: Hayes Maybe he can improve some more. Hartman went 0-1 with a 6.27 ERA and 2.04 WHIP in 22 relief appearances. Suwinski can play left with Reynolds in center. Martin is pretty much the only 1b they have. I truly do like the guy and certainly wouldnt DFA him, but I also dont think he will be highly sought out by other teams. Ron will get him right. I guess my comments about Wilson and Thompson echo my own days as a pitcher and coach. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. SAN DIEGO (AP) Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Bryan Reynolds has requested a trade ahead of baseball's winter meetings. While the underlying numbers paint a slightly better pitcher, they dont point to great overall improvement. Nothing will change until Nutting sells the Pirates, Exactly. Bae was promoted near the end of the season but has shown a potential to impact the game with his speed. Lets be honest, Bryan Reynoldss time playing in the Pittsburgh Pirates outfield is likely to an end. Others that started in 2022 will probably be back there but those two are the only ones that will be. SAN DIEGO (AP) Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Bryan Reynolds has requested a trade ahead of baseball's winter meetings. Pittsburgh Pirates news fromFanSided Daily, Pittsburgh Pirates: Bryse Wilson Decision Shows Derek Sheltons Shortcomings, Pittsburgh Pirates: Call Up Endy Rodriguez and Resign Roberto Perez, Exclusive Ohio FanDuel Promo Code (Get $100 Free for Preregistration), Pittsburgh Pirates: Bryse Wilson Decision Shows Derek Shelton's Shortcomings, Pittsburgh Pirates: Ways to Improve the Bullpen in 2023. Peguero has already been in the MLB. Face it.. if he becomes available no one will sign him as an everyday guy. WebThe Pirates Main Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (or 15 minutes after game ends on gameday). Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Friday, December 9, 2022. Hit lefties, good glove, good wheels, good teammate yada yada yada. The only exception would be if they trade center fielder Bryan Reynolds but general manager Ben Cherington seems like he doesnt have the appetite to send his best player packing. Suwinski will be part of the Pirate Opening Day roster, as well as Marcano. Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Bryan Reynolds has requested a trade ahead of baseball's winter meetings. The Pirates are not destined to get a fine former ML manager with good experience.It is also difficult for them to attract the best and brightest minor league coaches and scouts..Winnng begets winning,and everyone wants to play and work for a winner. DeJong middle The Pirates sent right-hander Jack Hartman, a 2020 fourth-round pick who spent last season at Low-A Bradenton, to the Rays in exchange for Choi. The Pirates have six players eligible for arbitration in right-handers JT Brubaker, Mitch Keller, Robert Stephenson and Duane Off season outlook: Pirates will still stink in 2023. Diddy-I do too.I think Oviedo May turn out to be a steal on BCs part too. I like both guys but cmon By Darragh McDonald | October 9, 2022 at 5:57pm CDT. Not a lot of those types who wish to play in Pittsburgh. Rays trade Ji-Man Choi & cut five players, including Kevin Kiermaier #Rays have acquired minor league RH Jack Hartman from the Pirates. Dave-They just did the Cardinals and Rays so I think that they beat you to the punch. Or is he just an interesting freak of nature and they have no one better to play there. All six cleared waivers. Talk the Plank Podcast: A Turn in the Pirates Offseason, Swing of emotions lead to No. Leadership in players is what Cutch has been and Harper is with the Phillies.It has to be strongly based on performance to stick and for other players to listen. Not to mention, Cruz slashed .279/.348/.508 over his last 30 games. FanSided 1 day A Giants trade after losing out on Aaron Judge. Read the transcript here. 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