Kevin Gorman stories, Page 112
Pirates A to Z: After being shut down by injury, Michael Feliz might be down to last chance
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Michael Feliz Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
After Nick Burdi clears waivers, Pirates outright injured reliever to Triple-A Indianapolis
After having a second Tommy John surgery last month, Nick Burdi won’t pitch next season. But the right-handed reliever’s career with the Pittsburgh Pirates isn’t over yet. The Pirates designated Burdi, 27, for assignment last weekend but he cleared waivers and was outrighted Friday to Triple-A Indianapolis, according to the...
Pirates A to Z: Phillip Evans made positive first impression before season-ending injury
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Phillip Evans Position: Third base/first base/outfield...
Pirates to host online baseball, softball clinic for charity
The Pittsburgh Pirates will host a virtual “Play at Home” baseball and softball clinic next weekend for coaches and parents. The online event, part of the Pirates Charities Friendsgiving holiday gift campaign, is free to pre-registered participants from Nov. 13-15. It includes two Q&A sessions and a full-day clinic, with...
Pirates A-Z: With help from Roy Halladay, Austin Davis put focus on preparation
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Austin Davis Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
Pirates A to Z: After ‘tragic accident,’ club counting on Oneil Cruz to make it to majors
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Oneil Cruz Position: Shortstop Bats/Throws: Left/Right...
Pirates A to Z: Kyle Crick has eye on shutting door as closer
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Kyle Crick Position: Relief pitcher Throws:...
Pirates A to Z: Will Craig no longer a prospect but still trying to make it to majors
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Will Craig Position: First base Bats/Throws:...
Pirates ‘very supportive’ of Gregory Polanco playing winter ball in Dominican Republic
Gregory Polanco plans to play winter baseball in his native Dominican Republic, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are as excited as their veteran right fielder was when he came up with the idea. Ben Cherington called it “encouraging” that Polanco came to the Pirates with the plan, sharing it with the...
GM Ben Cherington says Pirates will ‘keep door cracked’ on reunion with Chris Archer
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said the club wasn’t willing to commit to Chris Archer’s $11 million salary for 2021, given the right-handed pitcher missed last season following surgery. The Pirates declined Archer’s option over the weekend by paying a $250,000 buyout, thereby making him a free agent, but...
Pirates A to Z: Blake Cederlind showed he has the stuff to be a high-leverage reliever
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Blake Cederlind Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates cut reliever Dovydas Neverauskas to make room for 5 players on 40-man roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates designated relievers Nick Burdi and Dovydas Neverauskas for assignment on Sunday, clearing room on the 40-man roster for the reinstatement of five players from the 60-day injured list. The Pirates also officially confirmed that they declined the $11 million club option for 2021 on pitcher Chris Archer,...
Pirates DFA reliever Nick Burdi after a second Tommy John surgery
Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick Burdi has been designated for assignment after he underwent a second Tommy John surgery on his right (throwing) elbow last month. The Pirates said surgery was recommended after a re-evaluation 10 to 12 weeks after Burdi underwent platelet-rich plasma therapy injections, which involve a concentration of...
Pirates A to Z: Oft-injured Nick Burdi proves to be reliable reliever when healthy
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Nick Burdi Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates A to Z: After a lost season, JT Brubaker showed he has the stuff to be a starter
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). JT Brubaker Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates claim catcher Michael Perez off waivers, option 5 others
The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed catcher Michael Perez off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays as they made a flurry of moves on Friday. Perez, a 28-year-old from Puerto Rico, batted .167 with three doubles, a home run and 13 RBIs in 38 games this past season. He also went 2...
Pirates A to Z: Did Steven Brault’s strong finish secure spot in rotation?
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Steven Brault Position: Pitcher Throws: Left...
Pirates A to Z: Josh Bell going back to basics to get his timing down after a season of struggle
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Josh Bell Position: First baseman/designated hitter...
Roberto Clemente Jr. blasts MLB for not announcing award winner at World SeriesVideo
The son of Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente expressed his frustration Wednesday on social media, calling it “unprecedented” that MLB did not announce a winner of the Roberto Clemente Award at the World Series. The Roberto Clemente Award is the game’s most prestigious individual award, presented annually to the MLB...
Keone Kela, Derek Holland become free agents, creating openings in Pirates’ bullpen
Derek Holland and Keone Kela officially became free agents on Wednesday, likely signaling the end of their tenures as pitchers for the Pittsburgh Pirates and creating a pair of openings in their bullpen. Sunday is the deadline for MLB teams to tender a qualifying offer to their free agents, which...
Pirates face worst odds in baseball to win 2021 World Series
The Pittsburgh Pirates have the worst chance of winning the 2021 World Series, according to oddsmakers. The Pirates face 300-1 odds by BetOnline.ag, which had them at 100-1 odds this past season. The world champion Los Angeles Dodgers again are the favorites in 2021, at 9-2 odds, followed by the...
Pirates A to Z: Trade gave Tyler Bashlor a fresh start, chance to provide multi-inning relief
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Player: Tyler Bashlor Position: Pitcher Throws:...
UAA cancels winter sports, but Carnegie Mellon will pursue out-of-conference schedule
Despite a resolution from the University Athletic Association Presidents Council to cancel all winter sports, Carnegie Mellon plans to pursue playing a nonconference schedule. “The UAA resolution applies to formal UAA competition only, and Carnegie Mellon will continue to pursue competitive opportunities for all sports during the spring semester,” athletic...
Pirates A to Z: After celebrated arrival, Chris Archer’s exit could be through back door
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Chris Archer Position: Pitcher Throws: Right...
Pirates A to Z: Elbow injury cost Anthony Alford audition to win starting job in CF
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Anthony Alford to pitcher Trevor Williams. (The only MLB player with a surname that starts with Z is Detroit Tigers pitcher Jordan Zimmerman). Anthony Alford Position: Outfielder Bats/throws: Right/right...
