Pirates send reliever Ryder Ryan to Triple-A as an option
The Pirates sent right-handed reliever Ryder Ryan to Triple-A Indianapolis after losing to the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, and they will make another move before Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
David Bednar did not successfully protect the lead as the Tigers scored 4 runs in the 9th inning to split the series with the Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates received a solid eight-inning performance from left-handed pitcher Martin Perez and two home runs from outfielder Edward Olivares to create a comfortable lead against the Detroit Tigers.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have some trouble with their catchers, as Jason Delay won't be playing for a while due to knee problems
Due to injuries, the Pittsburgh Pirates are facing uncertainty about when their three injured catchers will be able to return, making the position a concern.
The Pirates' report on the farm team for April 5, 2024: Paul Skenes pitches 3 more very strong innings for Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 3-3) won against Memphis (Cardinals) with a score of 8-3, in Paul Skenes’ second Triple-A start. Skenes (0.00) allowed one hit – a single to 1B Luken Baker to lead off the second – and one walk while striking out six in three scoreless innings. LHP Eric Lauer (1-0, 4.05) followed and pitched four scoreless with four strikeouts in four innings, allowing one hit. RHP Colin Holderman (10.13), pitching on a rehab assignment after an illness, threw a scoreless eighth. LHP Joe Hernandez was touched up for three runs on three hits in the ninth. Liover Peguero (.379) went 5 for 5 with a double and three RBIs. DH Jake Lamb (.450) went 2 for 5 with his second homer.
Tim Benz states that as people expect more from the Pirates team, they also raise their expectations for manager Derek Shelton
Before Friday’s home opener at PNC Park, former Pittsburgh Pirates manager Jim Leyland threw out the ceremonial first pitch to current manager Derek Shelton. In advance of the pregame festivities, both men discussed their strong relationship.
Jared Jones had a good start, but the Orioles punished the Pirates' relief pitchers in their first home game
The Pittsburgh Pirates received a ceremonial first pitch from a legendary manager who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame, a solid start from a rookie right-hander, and two home runs in the home opener.
'Ain't no thing': Pirates players not fazed by cold home opener temperature
David Bednar anticipates unfavorable weather conditions for a Pittsburgh Pirates home opener.
Teammates in the minor league of Pirates' Jared Jones are really hoping he does well
Pittsburgh Pirates newcomer pitcher Jared Jones made a huge impact on Major League Baseball last week in his first game, getting the victory and striking out 10 Miami Marlins, a number few have equalled in their initial start, on March 30.