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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 7:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
The last time the Pittsburgh Pirates made the postseason, Barry Bonds was their star player. The Bucs were led by current Tigers manager Jim Leyland as well. Unfortunately, the Bucs fell short in seven games to the dominant pitching staff of the Atlanta Braves. Since then, it's been nothing but despair and painful memories for Pirates fans. Their best record in a miserable 15-year period is 79-83. Fans have suffered for a long time now, and it's time for change. GM Neal Huntington was asked about the direction of his team on WNS Radio 655 AM: Neal Huntington wrote: Pirates fans have suffered for too long. It's time for a change. I cannot assure our loyal fans that we will be successful this season, but I can assure you that improvements will be made. The atmosphere will change. In a few years, we will constantly contend for not just division titles, but world titles. Getting to that level starts with our manager, John Russell. I truly believe that he can mentor each and every one of our players to reach the best of their abilities. I'm very excited to see how the season will turn out. The Pirates Lineup: 1. Nate McLouth CF 2. Freddy Sanchez 2B 3. Jason Bay LF 4. Adam Laroche 1B 5. Xavier Nady RF 6. Jose Bautista 3B 7. Ronny Paulino C 8. Jack Wilson SS 9. Pitcher Bench: Ryan Doumit C Doug Mientkiewicz 1B Luis Rivas 2B Chris Gomez UTL Nyjer Morgan LF Chris Duffy CF Rotation: 1. Zach Duke 2. Tom Gorzelanny 3. Ian Snell 4. Paul Maholm 5. Phil Dumatrait LR: Tyler Yates MR: Franquelis Osoria MR: John Van Benschoten SU: Damaso Marte SU: John Grabow CL: Matt Capps |
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| Author: | LetsGoMets77 [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
I'm feeling the hype If we're allowing agents, I'd like Mientkiewicz and Yates as my clients, if possible. |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
LetsGoMets77 wrote: I'm feeling the hype If we're allowing agents, I'd like Mientkiewicz and Yates as my clients, if possible. Request granted. |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 8:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
Agents: LGM: Mientkiewicz, Yates AgentP: Duke, Duffy Tdud: Bay, Bautista BBTeen: Sanchez, Wilson |
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| Author: | AgentP [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 9:02 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
I'll take Duke and Duffy |
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| Author: | Tdud123 [ Thu Jan 14, 2016 9:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
I'd like Bay and Bautista |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 12:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
Pittsburgh Pirates 0-0 @ Atlanta Braves 0-0 March 31, 2008: Opening Day The Pirates started off their 2008 campaign against the club who ended their 1992 season, the Braves. Zach Duke took the mound to face Tom Glavine. It was a complete pitcher's duel for a long time, as the Pirates wasted chances in the fourth. However, Jason Bay cleared the bases for a 3-run double in the 5th, giving the Pirates a 3-0 lead. The Pirates struck again in the 7th, this time scoring 4 runs to take a 7-0 lead. In the bottom half of that inning, Jeff Francoeur blasted a 3-run homer, making it a 4-run game. The Braves tried to claw their way back in the game, cutting the deficit down to 2, but it ultimately wasn't enough. Final Score: Pittsburgh 7 Atlanta 5 W: Zach Duke (1-0) L: Tom Glavine (0-1) HR: Jeff Francoeur (1) Nate McLouth 2-5, RBI Freddy Sanchez 4-5, 2 RBI Jason Bay 3-5, 3 RBI Zach Duke 8 IP, 8 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 10 K |
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| Author: | BrewersFuzz [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 12:59 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
I don't care what you say, I'm also Zach Duke's agent at heart <3 |
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| Author: | Baseballteen9500 [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 1:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
I'll take the gold glove infield of Sanchez and Wilson |
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| Author: | philliesfan134 [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 4:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
> not jacobye > 5/10 jk, good to see another log. |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 5:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
Pittsburgh Pirates 1-3 @ Florida Marlins 4-0 April 5, 2008 The 1-3 Pirates took on the red hot Florida Marlins, who won all of their first four games. Phil Dumatrait was given his first start of the young 2008 season. The Pirates kicked off the scoring in the first, when Nate McLouth scored on wild pitch. However, the Marlins played station-to-station baseball, driving in two runs on singles to take a 2-1 lead. The Bucs struck back in the 6th on an RBI double by Jose Bautista. The Marlins got back on top in the bottom of the 6th, with back-to-back RBI singles. In the top of the 7th, Nate Mclouth was the hero again, tying it up with a blast to left field. The game was tied until the 9th, when Jason Bay smashed a 2-run double to deep left center field. Matt Capps was brought in to slam the door, and he did just that. FINAL SCORE: Pittsburgh Pirates 6 Florida Marlins 4 W:John Van Benschoten (1-1) S: Matt Capps (1) L: Taylor Tankersley (0-1) HR: Nate McLouth (1) Nate McLouth 3-5, HR, 2 RBI Jason Bay 1-4, 2 RBI Jose Bautista 2-4, RBI Phil Dumatrait 5.2 IP, 8 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 2 K John Van Benschoten 3 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 3 K |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Fri Jan 15, 2016 7:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
Chicago Cubs 0-6 @ Pittsburgh Pirates 2-4 April 7, 2008 It was a beautiful day at beautiful PNC Park as the winless Cubs traveled to face the Pirates. Tyler Yates was given the spot start. Early in the first, Freddy Sanchez gave the Bucs a 1-0 lead with an RBI single. In the 2nd, Jack Wilson crushed a bomb to left, giving the Bucs a 3-0 lead. Alfonso Soriano smashed a homer in the 3rd, cutting the Bucs' lead down to 1. In the next half of that inning, Ronny Paulino drove in a run with a single, making it 4-2. In the fourth, Franquelis Osoria took a beating, as the Cubs scored 6 to lead 8-4. In the fifth, Freddy Sanchez homered, and Jose Bautista doubled in a run, cutting Chicago's lead to 8-6. The Bucs fought hard, but couldn't get anything out of it, and lost. FINAL SCORE: Chicago Cubs 8 Pittsburgh Pirates 6 W: Michael Wuertz (1-0) S: Ryan Dempster (1) L: Franquelis Osoria (0-1) HR: Sanchez (1) Wilson (1) Soriano (2) Ramirez (2) Nate McLouth 1-1, 3B (injured on a slide) Freddy Sanchez 2-4, HR, 2 RBI Jose Bautista 1-4, RBI Ronny Paulino 2-4, RBI Jack Wilson 1-4, 2 RBI John Grabow 4 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 7 K |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Tue Jan 19, 2016 11:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
Cincinnati Reds 4-8 @ Pittsburgh Pirates 5-6 April 13, 2008 The Pirates looked to continue a 3-game winning streak against the struggling Reds with Tom Gorzelanny on the hill. The Pirates struck first on an RBI single by Ronny Paulino in the second. In the fourth, rookie sensation Jack Wilson singled in another run. In the fifth, Xavier Nady grounded out, but drove in a run in the process. In the 8th, Adam Laroche sent a big blast to deep right field to give the Bucs a commanding 4-0 hold. Jack Wilson doubled in another run that inning. Tom Gorzelanny shut the door and finished a complete game shutout. Final Score: Cincinnati Reds 0 Pittsburgh Pirates 5 W: Tom Gorzelanny (1-0) L: Bronson Arroyo (0-1) HR: Adam Laroche (2) Adam Laroche 2-4, HR Xavier Nady 2-4, RBI Ronny Paulino 4-4, RBI Jack Wilson 2-4, 2 RBI Tom Gorzelanny 9 IP, 4 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 6 K |
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| Author: | AgentP [ Tue Jan 19, 2016 11:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
BrewersFuzz wrote: I don't care what you say, I'm also Zach Duke's agent at heart <3 u wot m8 chris duffy sucks though you can have him |
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| Author: | GoTwins24 [ Sun Jan 24, 2016 9:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Pittsburgh Pirates: Getting Back to the Postseason |
So as I was gonna record another game, I realized that my little brother deleted the save file for this log! The 3-file limit strikes again. Sorry about that, guys! |
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