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We’ve talked a lot about what is ailing Paul Skenes, and while no formal conclusions have been made, there’s no denying the drop in velocity or the drop off in overall effectiveness. Skenes was initially slated to pitch yesterday against the Boston Red Sox, but that start has been moved back, and Skenes will now […]
The Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates endured a two-and-a-half-hour rain delay at PNC Park on Sunday. The lapse in action meant NESN play-by-play announcer Tom Caron had to vamp. Caron is as seasoned as they come, but even he is suspect to an on-air mistake with over two hours of unexpected air time at…
A lengthy rain delay only prolonged what had already become a miserable Sunday afternoon for the Red Sox.Patrick Sandoval was knocked around early, the offense remained stuck in its recent funk and Boston sat through a delay of more than two and a half hours before the Pirates finished off an 8-3 win at PNC Park.
Patrick Sandoval, simply put, is not good enough. I don’t know what discussions were had about bringing in a starting pitcher at the deadline, but I’m surprised they decided to roll with the group they have. Sandoval has one good pitch: his changeup. His slider is a fine pitch to get strikes, except he hasn’t […]
Why is the Red Sox-Pirates game delayed today? Here’s the reason for the delay and the latest update on when the game will restart. The post Why is the Red Sox-Pirates Game Delayed Today? Here’s When it Will Start Again appeared first on HEAVY .
The Red Sox announced a pair of injuries prior to this afternoon’s game against the Pirates. Designated hitter Masataka Yoshida heads to the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain, while righty reliever Justin Slaten goes on the 15-day IL (retroactive to August 13) with right elbow inflammation. In corresponding active roster moves, the […]
Restart time for the Red Sox-Pirates rain delay on Sunday, Aug. 18 at PNC Park with weather forecast and more for Pittsburgh.
Paul Skenes hasn’t quite been PAUL SKENES this season — he gave up at least 5 earned runs in 3 of his 6 starts in July. Nevertheless, it’s still a nice little treat for the Sox that he’s been bumped from this afternoon’s start. Instead, it’ll be Lake Bachar taking the bump for the Pirates. […]
Don Kelly and the Pittsburgh Pirates have legitimate reason to be concerned about All-Star ace Paul Skenes given his declining velocity.
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 4-0 to the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, which sets up an intriguing series finale on Sunday to decide the series. Ahead of the matchup, the Pirates made several sudden roster moves. Pirates Demote 2 Players Pittsburgh announced the demotions of infielder Jack Brannigan and right-handed pitcher Wilbert Dotel, with both […] The post Pittsburgh Pirates Suddenly Demote 2 Players During Red Sox Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Boston Red Sox vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, August 16, 2026, 1:35 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are finishing a three-game set as they take on the Boston Red Sox at PNC Park. Paul Skenes is getting the ball for the Pirates in this matchup. Skenes has lost three of his last four starts, including his last […]
Mets star Bo Bichette pulled off a rare feat during New York’s dominant 11-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The post Mets Bo Bichette Pulls Off Rare Feat in 11-1 Rout of Pirates appeared first on HEAVY .
The post-trade-deadline Mets are fun to watch. Sean Manaea pitched a gem, and the Mets offense scored early and often as New York defeated the Pirates 11-1 Sunday in Pittsburgh. The Mets are 5-1 since their deadline selloff, taking back-to-back road series against teams that still have playoff hopes in the Guardians and now the […]
Mets lineup SP: Sean Manaea – LHP Pirates lineup SP: Jared Jones – RHP Broadcast info First pitch: 1:35 PM EDTTV: SNYRadio: Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, Audacy App, 92.3 HD2
New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, August 9, 2026, 1:35 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are back at home for a weekend series at PNC Park when they take on the New York Mets for the final contest of a three-game set. Jared Jones is on the bump for the Buccos for the first time […]
The New York Mets and Pittsburgh Pirates are gearing up for a rubber match on Sunday afternoon. The Mets were blanked in their Saturday contest against Pittsburgh and will send Sean Manaea to the mound on Sunday afternoon to try and capture the series win. It certainly hasn’t been the season the Mets have hoped […] The post New York Mets Demote 5-Year MLB Player Before Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY .
Meet the Mets Robert Stock’s second start for the Mets this season didn’t go nearly as well as his first, as the Mets were soundly defeated 9-0 by the Pirates, ending their short-lived winning streak. Choose your recap: Amazin’ Avenue, MLB.com, New York Daily News, New York Post Before yesterday’s game, the Mets added Gabriel […]
Carlos Tejera is the rare international prospect to hit his way to a U.S. league as a 17-year-old. The Pirates are bought in on his upside. The post Pirates’ Carlos Tejera Hits His Way To U.S. As 17-Year-Old appeared first on College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America .
Robert Stock’s second career start looked nothing like his first, and Andy Green did not shy away from addressing what went wrong. The Mets interim manager broke down Stock’s rough outing Saturday against the Pirates in Pittsburgh, an outing that saw the 36-year-old righty allow eight earned runs on nine hits and five walks with […] The post Mets’ Andy Green gets 100% real on Robert Stock’s future after ugly start vs. Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Well, Robert Stock’s second major league start this year didn’t go as well as his first did. In three innings, he gave up eight runs—all earned—on nine hits with four strikeouts and five walks, and he threw 80 pitches along the way. For a feel-good story like him, it’s a bit of a bummer. The […]
Right-hander Mike Clevinger has triggered an opt-out clause and has been released by the Pirates, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He’s free to sign with any team. Pittsburgh added Clevinger on a minor league deal shortly before Spring Training. He didn’t break camp with the team and opened the year at Triple-A Indianapolis. […]
Mets lineup A.J. Ewing – LFFrancisco Lindor – SSBo Bichette – 3BJared Young – 1BLuis Robert Jr. – CFBrett Baty – RFMarcus Semien – 2BJorge Polanco – DHFrancisco Alvarez – C SP: Robert Stock (RHP) Pirates lineup Jake Mangum – CFBrandon Lowe – 2BBryan Reynolds – DHSpencer Horwitz – 1BNick Gonzales – 3BEndy Rodríguez – […]
Josh Harrison's impact in Pittsburgh will never be forgotten.
On Saturday, the Houston Astros will continue their series with the San Diego Padres in California.They are coming off a 6-3 victory on Friday.Houston Astros World Series Champion ReleasedAlso on Friday, news came out that Chris Devenski had elected free agency from the Pittsburgh Pirates.MLB.com wrote (on August 7): “RHP Chris Devenski elected free agency.”Devenski […] The post Houston Astros World Series Champion Released By Current MLB Team appeared first on HEAVY .
Meet the Mets The post-trade deadline Mets continue to be unstoppable, as they began their series against the Pirates with their fourth straight victory. The Amazins were buoyed by a three-run homer from Marcus Semien in their four-run third inning, along with five scoreless innings from Zac Thornton. Choose your recap: Amazin’ Avenue, NY Post, […]