The Pittsburgh Pirates used to be winners, even if they lost that reputation long ago. From the time they joined the National League in 1887 through the 2006 season, the Pirates had the sixth-best winning percentage among franchises that were still active, according to Baseball-Reference. Only the Yankees, Giants, Dodgers, Red Sox and Guardians were…
Feb 25, 2024; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Mick Abel (74) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the sixth inning at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Mick Abel hopes to become a successful major league pitcher one day, and he’ll get an immediate glimpse of the prototype in…
May 6, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images Paul Skenes is no stranger to the big stage. But on Monday night, one of baseball’s most electric pitchers will finally make his…
