http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pittsburgh Pirates News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695648&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695648&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Busy Pirates fill up 40-man roster The Pirates made multiple maneuvers on Friday to set their 40-man roster. Right-handed pitcher Chris Jakubauskas was claimed off waivers from the Mariners, while another right-handed pitcher, Jeff Karstens, was designated for assignment to make room. Mark Sheldon http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695048&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7695048&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Minor League look: GCL Pirates Here is part six in a seven-part series taking an in-depth look at how each of the Pirates' Minor League affiliates fared during the 2009 season. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686272&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686272&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pirates look for value in free agents Beginning Friday, it's a free-agent free-for-all. In Pittsburgh, that certainly raises two questions: First, will the Pirates be players in the free-agent market? And if so, to what extent will they be? Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681920&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:36:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681920&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Conditioning is Alvarez's focus Ever since the Pirates made Pedro Alvarez the No. 2 overall pick in the 2008 Draft, there have been debates about whether the former Vanderbilt standout would be able to remain a third baseman. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/fan_forum/all_time_nine/index.jsp?c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:39:12 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/fan_forum/all_time_nine/index.jsp?c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7680972&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:05:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7680972&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Bucs give journeyman Jones shot to shine Garrett Jones, the 28-year-old Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder/first baseman who was an overnight sensation 10 years worth of overnights in the making, may change the image of the Minors "six-year free agent" just a bit. Lisa Winston http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682546&vkey=affililiate&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_pit Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:52:23 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7682546&vkey=affililiate&fext=.jsp&partnerId=rss_pit http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7672952&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7672952&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit McCutchen fourth in NL ROY vote In his first season with the Pirates, Andrew McCutchen hardly came up short to the expectations that trailed him through the Minors. The center fielder did, though, when it came to nabbing National League Rookie of the Year honors. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674576&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:32:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674576&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pirates' award tradition remains rich Though the Pirates didn't add any names to the club's list of national award winners in 2009, the franchise does have previous award winners to note. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7679164&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7679164&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pirates hire Williams as Majors scout The Pirates have made another addition to their scouting department, hiring Steve Williams to serve as a Major League scout for the organization. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663470&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663470&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pirates to be more agressive in world market The Pirates have shown an increased emphasis in scouring the globe for talent. There was no better evidence of that than last year's signing of a South African infielder (Gift Ngoepe) and two Indian pitchers (Rinku Singh and Dinesh Patel). Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7662606&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:01:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7662606&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Minor League look: Short season Spikes Here is Part 5 in a seven-part series that will take an in-depth look at how each of the Pirates' Minor League affiliates fared during the 2009 season. Up next is the short season State College Spikes. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091114&content_id=7665850&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091114&content_id=7665850&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Productive d'Arnaud ignoring AFL stats Pirates prospect Chase d'Arnaud went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and two stolen bases Friday in Scottsdale's 9-2 romp over the Peoria Saguaros. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7659048&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7659048&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Inbox: Analyzing Iwamura-Chavez deal As the Akinori Iwamura-Jesse Chavez trade became finalized just over a week ago, the e-mails started arriving in a flurry. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652374&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:38:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7652374&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Bucs announce Spring Training schedule The Pirates have released their 2010 Spring Training schedule, which is highlighted by two home games each against the Yankees, Red Sox and Phillies. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649148&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:25:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649148&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit LaRoche keeps second base in mind The Pirates' acquisition of Akinori Iwamura a week ago not only solidified second base for 2010, but it also clarified Andy LaRoche's future in the infield as well. His immediate future, at least. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7640448&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:05:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7640448&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit McCutchen, Jones award hopefuls The awards season in baseball kicks off in earnest on Tuesday and the Bucs have two young players coming off stellar rookie campaigns. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649646&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649646&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Bucs' FSL purchase, move approved Florida State League owners have approved the Pirates' bid to purchase Cincinnati's high-A club, the final step in Pittsburgh's pursuit to move a Minor League affiliate to Bradenton, Fla. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7633120&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:46:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091106&content_id=7633120&vkey=news_pit&fext=.jsp&c_id=pit&partnerId=rss_pit Pirates outright three off 40-man roster The Pirates continue to retool the club's 40-man roster, with three more players being removed from it on Friday. Jenifer Langosch