The Pirates have an unusual philosophy when it comes to relief pitchers, particularly closers: They don’t seem to keep them around very long.At last seasonĢƵ trade deadline, general manager Neal Huntington parted with then-closer Mark Melancon, trading him to Washington for Felipe Rivero ...
For the most part, the Pirates’ successful run of three straight playoff appearances from 2013 to 2015 was built with home-grown players, and thereĢƵ no indication that philosophy is likely to change any time soon. With that being said, here are five young Pirates that could make their ...
The Pirates haven’t had a busy off-season in terms of adding players from outside the 2016 roster. Infielder Phil Gosselin, who is expected to compete for a bench spot, right-handed pitcher Pat Light, who could contend in the bullpen, along with right-handed reliever Daniel Hudson are the ...