Pirates/MLB category, Page 128
Defense: Former Pirates pitcher was humiliated when he was forced to walk like a woman at sex assault trial
When former Pittsburgh Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez was on trial for statutory sexual assault of a teenage girl last year, the Westmoreland County judge on the case forced the 6-foot, 3-inch Venezuelan man to demonstrate the way the victim walked — including swaying his hips in front of the jury...
Vince Velasquez ready to ‘take advantage’ of opportunity with Pirates to return to rotation
When the Pittsburgh Pirates offered Vince Velasquez the chance to join their starting rotation, the 30-year-old right-hander had to make what he called “a quick decision.” “I realized the opportunity that was being given was definitely something I wanted to take advantage of,” Velasquez said Tuesday at PNC Park after...
Pirates A to Z: Zach Thompson showed versatility to be starter or long 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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Zach Thompson Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 29 (Oct. 23) Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 250 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-10 with a...
Pirates A to Z: Travis Swaggerty got his first major league hit, hopes it’s the ‘first of many’
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Travis Swaggerty Position: Outfielder Bats: Left Throws: Left Age: 25 (Aug. 19) Height: 5-foot-10 Weight: 200 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 1...
Pirates A to Z: Jack Suwinski made big jump, flashed home run power in rookie season
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Jack Suwinski Position: Outfielder Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 24 (July 29) Height: 6 foot-2 Weight: 215 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed...
Pirates A to Z: Change of scenery, pitch usage helped Robert Stephenson find spot in bullpen
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Robert Stephenson Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 29 (Feb. 24) Height: 6 foot-3 Weight: 205 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 2-2 with...
Pirates teammates ‘not worried’ about Bryan Reynolds’ trade request becoming distraction
That Bryan Reynolds requested a trade from the Pittsburgh Pirates was brushed off as the business side of baseball by two of his teammates Friday morning before a team event at PNC Park. All-Star closer David Bednar doesn’t expect Reynolds to be a disruption when the Pirates report to Bradenton,...
Pirates A to Z: After doubling in debut, Canaan Smith-Njigba suffered 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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Canaan Smith-Njigba Position: Outfielder Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 23 (April 30) Height: 6 foot Weight: 230 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went...
Pirates A to Z: Colin Selby’s swing-and-miss action could be boost to bullpen
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Colin Selby Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 25 (Oct. 24) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 218 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: None Contract: Not yet...
Pirates select LHP Jose Hernandez from Dodgers, lose C/OF Blake Sabol in Rule 5 Draft
The Pittsburgh Pirates added a left-handed reliever but lost a versatile catcher in the major league portion of the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday. The Pirates selected Jose Hernandez from the Los Angeles Dodgers at No. 3 but lost catcher/outfielder Blake Sabol to the Cincinnati Reds with the following pick....
Pirates A to Z: Carlos Santana targeted to fulfill needs at 1B/DH, provide veteran leadership
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Carlos Santana Position: First baseman/designated hitter Bats: Switch Throws: Right Age: 36 (April 8) Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 215 pounds 2022 MLB statistics:...
Pirates ‘incredibly excited, honored’ to win inaugural lottery for No. 1 overall pick in 2023 MLB Draft
With the MLB Draft order decided by lottery for the first time, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington called Joe DelliCarri “the luckiest guy in the Pirates organization” and chose the scouting director to serve as as their good luck charm. It worked, as the Pirates won the No. 1...
Pirates sign lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia, right-hander Vince Velasquez
The Pittsburgh Pirates went to the Winter Meetings in search of pitching, and they agreed to terms with a pair of veterans. The Pirates signed lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia for $2.5 million in 2023, with a club option at $3.25 million for 2024, and right-hander Vince Velasquez to a one-year...
First Call: Ravens add QB in case Lamar Jackson can’t face Steelers; AL East team may want Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds
As a date with the Pittsburgh Steelers approaches, the Ravens are stocking up at quarterback in case Lamar Jackson is sidelined. Teams are lining up to take a run at acquiring Bryan Reynolds from the Pirates. Duquesne’s men’s basketball team is getting some national attention. Logan Cooley is back on...
Pirates A to Z: Bryan Reynolds recovers from slow start to be best player, requests trade
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Bryan Reynolds Position: Outfielder Bats: Switch Throws: Right Age: 27 (Jan. 27) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 205 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed .262/.345/.461...
Pirates A to Z: Outstanding season has turned Endy Rodriguez into club’s hottest prospect
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Endy Rodriguez Position(s): Catcher/first base/second base/left field Bats: Switch Throws: Right Age: 22 (May 26) Height: 6-foot Weight: 200 pounds 2022 MLB...
Analysis: By requesting a trade, Bryan Reynolds sets up a standoff with Pirates
With MLB’s Winter Meetings coming, it was inevitable that Bryan Reynolds would be rumored as a candidate to be dealt to a contender. Despite enduring back-to-back 100-loss seasons, the Pittsburgh Pirates had resisted any inquiries into the former All-Star outfielder’s availability. So Reynolds took preemptive action by requesting a trade,...
Pirates OF Bryan Reynolds requests trade; team says it has ‘zero impact on our decision-making’
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds, the team’s MVP last season, has requested a trade. “While it is disappointing, this will have zero impact on our decision-making this offseason or in the future,” a team spokesman said. “Our goal is to improve the Pirates for 2023 and beyond. With three years...
Pirates A to Z: Yohan Ramirez was exciting addition to bullpen with sinker-slider combo
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Yohan Ramirez Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 27 (May 6) Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 212 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 4-1 with a...
Trio of former Pirates claimed off waivers, leaving a pair of spots open on 40-man roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates have a pair of openings on their 40-man roster after three players were claimed off waivers Friday. Pitcher Miguel Yajure was claimed by the San Francisco Giants, catcher Ali Sanchez by the Arizona Diamondbacks and first baseman Lewin Diaz by the Baltimore Orioles, all per the MLB...
Pirates A to Z: After rising through system, Mike Burrows only a step away from 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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Miguel Yajure. Player: Mike Burrows Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 23 (Nov. 8) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 195 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: None. Contract: Not yet...
Pirates A to Z: Liover Peguero’s major league debut was but a cameo but an important one
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Miguel Yajure. Player: Liover Peguero Position: Shortstop Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 21 (Dec. 31) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 200 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Batted .333...
Pirates DFA 1B Lewin Diaz to clear spot for Carlos Santana on 40-man roster
A day after signing free agent Carlos Santana, the Pittsburgh Pirates cleared a spot on the 40-man roster by designating another first baseman, Lewin Diaz, for assignment on Wednesday. The Pirates claimed Diaz off waivers from the Miami Marlins on Nov. 22 but the trade with Tampa Bay for Ji-Man...
Pirates A to Z: Examining the team’s 40-man roster
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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. This story will be updated daily through the offseason. Miguel Andujar Miguel Andujar is intent on proving that his rookie season wasn’t a...
Pirates A to Z: Johan Oviedo finished strong after transition from reliever to 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 Miguel Andujar to pitcher Miguel Yajure. Player: Johan Oviedo Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 24 (March 2) Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 245 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 4-3 with a...
