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Gold Glove finalists announced; winners to be revealed on November 3
The 2024 Rawlings Gold Glove Award finalists were revealed, with winners to be announced on ESPN’s “Baseball Tonight” on November 3 at 8:30 p.m. ET. This year marks the second time the utility spot is included among the awards, which are determined by a voting process involving Major League Baseball managers and coaches, alongside the SABR Defensive Index.
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Pirates prospects show promise; focus shifts to balancing farm system
As the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare for the upcoming 2025 season, attention turns to their farm system and its promising prospects. The organization has seen several players emerge as potential key contributors.
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Pirates' top prospects take on Arizona Fall League challenges
Termarr Johnson, the Pittsburgh Pirates' No. 3 prospect, has made a notable start in the Arizona Fall League (AFL) with the Scottsdale Scorpions. The young athlete expressed his determination to improve his skills and maintain his confidence. "I'm just trying to continue to do whatever I can to continue to make sure that I'm in the best position possible, because I know I'm the best hitter in the world," Johnson stated after hitting a home run in his AFL debut.
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Pirates' training sites damaged by hurricane; preparations continue for spring season
The Pirates' Spring Training facilities in Bradenton, Florida, suffered damage due to Hurricane Milton's impact on the Gulf Coast. LECOM Park and Pirate City both sustained structural harm, including damage to the batter’s eye and fencing at Pirate City and the outfield wall at LECOM Park.
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Termarr Johnson shines despite injury scare during Arizona Fall League opener
One of the prominent players in the Arizona Fall League, Termarr Johnson, provided both excitement and concern during his opening game on Tuesday night. The Pittsburgh Pirates' No. 3 prospect started off against Dylan Ray from the Diamondbacks with a home run after taking two strikes and a ball. Johnson's performance continued as he singled in his second appearance and walked in his third, contributing to a 2-for-4 night.
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Jared Jones makes Pittsburgh Pirates' Opening Day roster after stellar spring training
Jimmy Zurn, a high school coach, shared his anticipation as he awaited news about his former player Jared Jones. On March 24, Jones was vying for a spot on the Pittsburgh Pirates' Opening Day roster after an impressive Spring Training performance. Zurn was eager to hear if Jones had made the team.
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Pirates face crucial offseason decisions amid coaching changes
The Pittsburgh Pirates are heading into an offseason filled with significant decisions following their inability to improve on last year's 76-86 record. The team faces several key questions as they prepare for the 2025 season.
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Arizona Fall League kicks off with increased participation from top MLB prospects
The Arizona Fall League is set to begin its 32nd season with the Surprise Saguaros facing off against the Mesa Solar Sox on Monday at 9:30 p.m. ET. Right-handers Leandro Lopez of the Rangers and Jake Walkinshaw of the Athletics will start for their respective teams. This year, 14 of baseball's Top 100 prospects will participate, an increase from previous seasons.
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Triple-A leagues announce 2024 All-Stars and award winners
Triple-A baseball serves as the final stage before reaching Major League Baseball, featuring a mix of promising prospects and seasoned players. The 2024 season showcased exceptional performances in both the International League and Pacific Coast League.
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Pirates make coaching changes after disappointing season
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced they will not retain hitting coach Andy Haines and bullpen coach Justin Meccage. This decision follows a season where the team failed to meet expectations, finishing with a 76-86 record for the second consecutive year.
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Pirates make major coaching changes ahead of next season
The Pittsburgh Pirates are making significant changes to their Major League coaching staff by parting ways with hitting coach Andy Haines, bullpen coach Justin Meccage, and strength and conditioning coach Adam Vish. This decision marks one of the most notable shakeups in years, according to sources from MLB.com.
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Pirates end season with same record as last year
The Pittsburgh Pirates concluded their 2024 season with a 6-4 loss to the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, ending the year with a record of 76-86. This marks the same outcome as last year despite several efforts to improve the team.
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All MLB team nominations announced for 2024 season
The nominees for the sixth annual All-MLB Team were announced on Sunday, opening the voting process for fans to help select the winners. Established in 2019, All-MLB honors recognize the best players at each position across Major League Baseball (MLB) from the past season, with both First Team and Second Team selections.
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Pirates pitcher Jared Jones reflects on rookie season
Jared Jones expressed frustration as he walked back to the visitors' dugout at Yankee Stadium on Friday night. He had hoped to finish the fifth inning after the Yankees placed two runners in scoring position with no outs. Jones managed to get Gleyber Torres out, but his power slider that broke Torres' bat was his final pitch of the 2024 season. The inherited runners scored on a Jazz Chisholm Jr. single, resulting in a season ERA of 4.14 for Jones.
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Pirates' Paul Skenes ends rookie season with standout performance
Paul Skenes concluded his rookie season with the Pittsburgh Pirates in a memorable fashion at Yankee Stadium. The right-hander, known for his stoic demeanor on the mound, couldn't help but smile after striking out Jazz Chisholm Jr. to end his final outing of the season.
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Pirates reflect on highs and lows of their 2024 season
With just two games left in the Pirates' 2024 season, the team reflects on a year filled with highs and lows. Despite falling short of their postseason goal, there are reasons for optimism as they look ahead.
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Pirates' Oneil Cruz meets namesake Paul O'Neill at Yankee Stadium
On Saturday, Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz met his namesake, former Yankees outfielder and current broadcaster Paul O'Neill. The two had previously interacted through a video chat and exchanged a jersey when the Pirates played at Yankee Stadium in 2022. This time, they met in person at Yankee Stadium.
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Mike Burrows makes Major League debut after long rehabilitation
NEW YORK -- Mike Burrows made his Major League debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates at Yankee Stadium after a long rehabilitation period. The right-handed pitcher had been on the verge of joining the Majors in 2023 but was delayed by a Tommy John procedure in April of that year. On Saturday, Burrows entered in the third inning, following two perfect innings by Paul Skenes. He pitched 3 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out two batters, including Aaron Judge.
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Mitch Keller reflects on inconsistent season after final game
PITTSBURGH -- Mitch Keller's final performance of the season saw him allow three runs over five innings with six hits and two walks in the Pirates' 5-2 loss to the Brewers at PNC Park. Despite this, his pitching on Thursday resembled his form from the first half of the season when he nearly replicated his All-Star campaign from 2023, exiting his Aug. 3 outing with a 10-5 record and a 3.20 ERA.
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Paul Skenes reflects on successful rookie season with Pittsburgh Pirates
Paul Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates' standout rookie pitcher, reflected on his eventful year during a recent interview. Known for his impressive performance this season, Skenes has made significant achievements including starting an All-Star Game and striking out Shohei Ohtani with a 100 mph fastball. He has maintained a 1.99 ERA and set a franchise rookie record with 167 strikeouts.