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Freelance writer in Pittsburgh. Baseball lover. Pop culture consumer. Night owl. Husband, father, and grandfather. Livin' the dream.
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Here's another prediction I got wrong. Well, at least my predictions are always cogent.
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Pirates Tender Contract to Catcher Despite Off Year
The Pittsburgh Pirates have tendered a contract to catcher Joey Bart for 2026 despite his regression in 2025.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:54 AM
Here's another prediction I got wrong. Well, at least my predictions are always cogent.
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The Cubs have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire and reliever Eli Morgan.
Left-hander Justin Steele and right-hander Javier Assad were tendered contracts for 2026.
The Cubs’ 40-man roster is now at 30 players.
Left-hander Justin Steele and right-hander Javier Assad were tendered contracts for 2026.
The Cubs’ 40-man roster is now at 30 players.
November 21, 2025 at 10:57 PM
The Cubs have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire and reliever Eli Morgan.
Left-hander Justin Steele and right-hander Javier Assad were tendered contracts for 2026.
The Cubs’ 40-man roster is now at 30 players.
Left-hander Justin Steele and right-hander Javier Assad were tendered contracts for 2026.
The Cubs’ 40-man roster is now at 30 players.
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The Pirates have non-tendered the four players they designated for assignment earlier this week: Dauri Moreta, Colin Holderman, Ronny Simon and Alexander Canario
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The Pirates have non-tendered the four players they designated for assignment earlier this week: Dauri Moreta, Colin Holderman, Ronny Simon and Alexander Canario
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We have agreed to terms with Jonathan India on a contract for 2026, avoiding arbitration.
November 21, 2025 at 9:01 PM
We have agreed to terms with Jonathan India on a contract for 2026, avoiding arbitration.
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Downtown. PPG Plaza. A detail officer caught some guy peeing in public and ran him for warrants. They apparently detained a very wanted individual with a nationwide extradition note.
November 21, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Downtown. PPG Plaza. A detail officer caught some guy peeing in public and ran him for warrants. They apparently detained a very wanted individual with a nationwide extradition note.
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Outfielder Adolis Garcia has been non-tendered by the Texas Rangers.
November 21, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Outfielder Adolis Garcia has been non-tendered by the Texas Rangers.
Just got these in the mail!
yawp Art + Literature 'Zine No. 10 includes "Bigger Than Godzilla in Tokyo" (my article on The Wurms) and my author bio, while providing a showcase for poems, prose, and art from Pittsburgh's treasure trove of talented individuals!
Did you get yours yet?
yawp Art + Literature 'Zine No. 10 includes "Bigger Than Godzilla in Tokyo" (my article on The Wurms) and my author bio, while providing a showcase for poems, prose, and art from Pittsburgh's treasure trove of talented individuals!
Did you get yours yet?
November 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Just got these in the mail!
yawp Art + Literature 'Zine No. 10 includes "Bigger Than Godzilla in Tokyo" (my article on The Wurms) and my author bio, while providing a showcase for poems, prose, and art from Pittsburgh's treasure trove of talented individuals!
Did you get yours yet?
yawp Art + Literature 'Zine No. 10 includes "Bigger Than Godzilla in Tokyo" (my article on The Wurms) and my author bio, while providing a showcase for poems, prose, and art from Pittsburgh's treasure trove of talented individuals!
Did you get yours yet?
Breaking news!
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Pirates Sign Two to Avoid Arbitration
By now, the well-informed Pittsburgh Pirates fan is aware of Tuesday’s numerous roster moves ahead of December’s Rule 5 draft.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Breaking news!
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For a second consecutive year, Bobby Witt Jr. has been named the MLBPAA Heart and Hustle Award winner!
November 20, 2025 at 4:56 PM
For a second consecutive year, Bobby Witt Jr. has been named the MLBPAA Heart and Hustle Award winner!
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Raisel Iglesias back to Braves. $16M, 1 year.
November 20, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Raisel Iglesias back to Braves. $16M, 1 year.
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Atlanta acquires INF Mauricio Dubón from the Houston Astros in exchange for shortstop Nick Allen.
November 20, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Atlanta acquires INF Mauricio Dubón from the Houston Astros in exchange for shortstop Nick Allen.
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East Hills. Bricelyn Street. Caller said her brother must have brought a lady home with him last night. He went to work and she is still there. The sister wants the alleged jezebel removed.
November 19, 2025 at 2:42 PM
East Hills. Bricelyn Street. Caller said her brother must have brought a lady home with him last night. He went to work and she is still there. The sister wants the alleged jezebel removed.
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Another thought on the Passan Pirates report. Let's assume it's all very true, and they are really trying. If they don't get something legit done this offseason - and I think we all have an idea of what that would look like, broadly - fans are going to be even angrier after getting their hopes up.
November 19, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Another thought on the Passan Pirates report. Let's assume it's all very true, and they are really trying. If they don't get something legit done this offseason - and I think we all have an idea of what that would look like, broadly - fans are going to be even angrier after getting their hopes up.
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In 10 seasons with the Dodgers, Roy Campanella was selected to eight All-Star Games and won three National League MVPs.
The Hall of Fame catcher was born #OTD in 1921.
The Hall of Fame catcher was born #OTD in 1921.
November 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In 10 seasons with the Dodgers, Roy Campanella was selected to eight All-Star Games and won three National League MVPs.
The Hall of Fame catcher was born #OTD in 1921.
The Hall of Fame catcher was born #OTD in 1921.
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Atlanta acquires LHP Ryan Rolison from the Colorado Rockies for cash considerations.
November 19, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Atlanta acquires LHP Ryan Rolison from the Colorado Rockies for cash considerations.
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The only reason I don’t completely discount the story of the Pirates being runner-up on Naylor and in on Schwarber is that the reporting comes from Passan, who routinely scolds and mocks them. But even if it is true, it doesn’t matter even a little bit unless they actually get some business done.
November 19, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The only reason I don’t completely discount the story of the Pirates being runner-up on Naylor and in on Schwarber is that the reporting comes from Passan, who routinely scolds and mocks them. But even if it is true, it doesn’t matter even a little bit unless they actually get some business done.
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RHP Grayson Rodriguez will be going to the Angels in the deal. 1 for 1.
Taylor Ward has been traded to the Baltimore Orioles
November 19, 2025 at 3:44 AM
RHP Grayson Rodriguez will be going to the Angels in the deal. 1 for 1.
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Taylor Ward has been traded to the Baltimore Orioles
November 19, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Taylor Ward has been traded to the Baltimore Orioles
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Typo on my part. Antwone Kelly. Apologies
November 18, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Typo on my part. Antwone Kelly. Apologies
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Sources: the Pirates are selecting the contracts of OF/1B Esmerlyn Valdez, INF Jack Brannigan, LHP Tyler Samaniego, and RHPs Wilber Dotel, Antoine Kelly and Brandan Bidois.
A big class of players being protected from the Rule 5 Draft. Four roster spots will need to be opened.
A big class of players being protected from the Rule 5 Draft. Four roster spots will need to be opened.
November 18, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Sources: the Pirates are selecting the contracts of OF/1B Esmerlyn Valdez, INF Jack Brannigan, LHP Tyler Samaniego, and RHPs Wilber Dotel, Antoine Kelly and Brandan Bidois.
A big class of players being protected from the Rule 5 Draft. Four roster spots will need to be opened.
A big class of players being protected from the Rule 5 Draft. Four roster spots will need to be opened.
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The Boston Red Sox trade LHP Chris Murphy to the Chicago White Sox
November 18, 2025 at 10:27 PM
The Boston Red Sox trade LHP Chris Murphy to the Chicago White Sox
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How much did MLB fans care about the BBWAA MVP announcements? It was the most-watched MVP Show in MLB Network’s history dating back to 2012, with Aaron Judge barely beating out Cal Raleigh for the AL MVP and Shohei Ohtani unanimously winning the NL MVP.
November 18, 2025 at 5:21 PM
How much did MLB fans care about the BBWAA MVP announcements? It was the most-watched MVP Show in MLB Network’s history dating back to 2012, with Aaron Judge barely beating out Cal Raleigh for the AL MVP and Shohei Ohtani unanimously winning the NL MVP.
Earlier this month, a few Pirates minor leaguers quietly declared free agency. You might be interested to find out who.
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Minor Leaguers Declare Free Agency, Closing the Book on Pirates Trades
Recently, several minor leaguers in the Pittsburgh Pirates system who were acquired in “prospect” trades have quietly declared free agency.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Earlier this month, a few Pirates minor leaguers quietly declared free agency. You might be interested to find out who.
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