Kevin Gorman stories, Page 67
Despite trade to Reds, Kevin Newman ‘wouldn’t change a thing’ about his time with Pirates
Kevin Newman had heard his name tossed around as a trade candidate this month, but once he was tendered a guaranteed contract Friday, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ longest-tenured player figured he was staying put. Newman was attending a wedding, so he gave his phone to his wife and focused on enjoying...
Pirates A to Z: Chase De Jong embraced grinder role in relief, became bullpen leader
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: Chase De Jong Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 (Dec. 29) Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 230 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 6-3 with...
Pirates trade middle infielder Kevin Newman to rival Reds
The Pittsburgh Pirates traded their longest-tenured player, middle infielder Kevin Newman, to the NL Central Division rival Cincinnati Reds. In return, the Pirates receive right-handed reliever Dauri Moreta, a 26-year-old from the Dominican Republic who was 0-2 with a 5.40 ERA and 1.17 WHIP, 39 strikeouts and 13 walks in...
Pirates agree to 1-year deal with OF Miguel Andujar, 6 arbitration-eligible players tendered offers
The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided arbitration with outfielder Miguel Andujar by agreeing to a one-year contract worth a reported $1.525 million, and tendered contracts to their remaining players Friday, including six eligible for arbitration. That list includes newly acquired first baseman Ji-Man Choi, middle infielder Kevin Newman, right-handed starters JT Brubaker...
Pirates A to Z: Oneil Cruz broke Statcast records, sets sights on improving at shortstop
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: Oneil Cruz Position: Shortstop Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 24 (Oct. 4) Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 220 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed .233/.294/.450...
Pirates A to Z: Wil Crowe became bullpen’s bulldog before wearing down late in 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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Wil Crowe Positions: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 (Nov. 7) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 245 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 6-10 with a...
Pirates A to Z: After struggling in 2nd half, trade gives Ji-Man Choi chance to start at 1B
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: Ji-Man Choi Positions: First base/designated hitter Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 31 (May 10) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 260 pounds 2022 MLB statistics:...
Pirates protect Endy Rodriguez, 3 others from Rule 5 Draft in 40-man roster moves
The Pittsburgh Pirates protected four players from the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to the 40-man roster Tuesday, creating some positions of need in the process. The Pirates added a pair of top-10 prospects in right-handed pitchers Mike Burrows and catcher Endy Rodriguez, as well as right-handed reliever Colin...
Pirates A to Z: After starting in relief, Roansy Contreras relieved to finish season as 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: Roansy Contreras Positions: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 23 (Nov. 7) Height: 6 foot Weight: 175 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 5-5 with...
Pirates A to Z: Rodolfo Castro improved play after lessons with demotion, call-up incidents
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: Rodolfo Castro Positions: Second base/shortstop/third base Bats: Switch Throws: Right Age: 23 (May 21) Height: 6 foot Weight: 205 pounds 2022 MLB...
Pirates A to Z: Diego Castillo was surprise of spring training, showed versatility as rookie
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: Diego Castillo Positions: Shortstop/second base/right field Bats: Right Throws: Right Age: 25 (Oct. 28) Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 185 pounds 2022 MLB statistics:...
Pirates A to Z: JT Brubaker focuses on forward steps taken in 1st full season in 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: JT Brubaker Position: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 (Nov. 17) Height: 6-foot-3 Weight: 185 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-12 with a...
Pirates GM Ben Cherington: Trading for Ji-Man Choi ‘a first move’ to upgrade offense
Even after Ben Cherington found a first baseman by trading with the Tampa Bay Rays for Ji-Man Choi, the Pittsburgh Pirates general manager emphasized the need to build a deeper offensive lineup. Cherington, who acquired Choi for minor-league pitcher Jack Hartman, stopped short of declaring the 31-year-old South Korean the...
Pirates announce that spring training tickets go on sale Tuesday
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that tickets for 2023 spring training games at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla., will go on sale Tuesday. The Pirates are offering a new three-game flex pack, a voucher that allows fans to redeem tickets at their convenience. Flex plan holders will be able to secure...
Pirates A to Z: David Bednar developed into hometown hero, All-Star and, finally, a closer
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: David Bednar Position: Closer Throws: Right Age: 29 (Oct. 10) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 250 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 3-4 with a...
Pirates pick up first baseman Ji-Man Choi in trade with Rays
The Pittsburgh Pirates addressed one of their glaring weaknesses Thursday, acquiring first baseman Ji-Man Choi from the Tampa Bay Rays for a minor league pitcher. Choi, 31, slashed .233/.341/.388 with 22 doubles, 11 home runs and 52 RBIs in 113 games with the Rays last season and ranked seventh among...
Pirates CF Bryan Reynolds, a Silver Slugger finalist, nominated for All-MLB team
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Bryan Reynolds has been nominated for the 2022 All-MLB team, an honor for which fans can vote at MLB.com once every 24 hours for their favorite player at each position. Reynolds is one of 20 players on the ballot for the three outfield spots. The list...
Pirates name Endy Rodriguez player of year, Quinn Priester pitcher of year for minor leagues
Endy Rodriguez started his season with a hot bat and finished it by leading Pittsburgh Pirates prospects in most major offensive categories. Quinn Priester started the season with a strained oblique yet found a way to produce the best ERA in their farm system. Both ended their seasons one step...
Pirates A to Z: Acquired in August, reliever Jeremy Beasley aims to secure 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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Jeremy Beasley Position: Relief pitcher Throws: Right Age: 26 (Nov. 20) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 235 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Had a 4.80...
Pirates claim OF Ryan Vilade from Rockies, filling out 40-man roster
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington filled the final spot on the 40-man roster on the eve of the start of free agency by claiming outfielder Ryan Vilade off waivers Wednesday from the Colorado Rockies. A converted infielder, the 6-foot-2, 226-pound Vilade was a second-round pick (No. 48 overall) by...
Jacob Gonzalez, Luis Ortiz named Pirates’ minor league teammates of year
Jacob Gonzalez grew up in a major-league clubhouse by tagging along with his father, Luis, a five-time All-Star left fielder and 2001 World Series hero for the Arizona Diamondbacks. “Getting to watch him all the time and just the way that he interacted with everyone in the whole building and...
Pirates A to Z: Lefty reliever Manny Banuelos hopes to finally find a home 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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Manny Banuelos Position: Relief pitcher Throws: Left Age: 31 (March 13) Height: 5-foot-10 Weight: 215 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 2-1 with...
Matt Gorski leads Pirates minor league awards winners as Willie Stargell Slugger of the Year
Matt Gorski led all minor leaguers with home runs when he was promoted from High-A Greensboro to Double-A Altoona on May 24, but his prolific pace was slowed when he didn’t clear the fence. Gorski injured his left quadriceps in late June while legging out a triple for the Curve...
Pirates A to Z: Ji Hwan Bae showed off speed, paving way for possible move to center field
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: Ji Hwan Bae Position: Second base/center field Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 23 (July 26) Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 185 pounds 2022 MLB...
Pirates among 3 teams with highest chance of winning lottery for top pick in MLB Draft
The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of three teams with the best chance of winning the inaugural lottery for the top pick in the MLB Draft. As the teams with the worst records in the majors, the Pirates (62-100), Oakland A’s (60-102) and Washington Nationals (55-107) each have the highest odds...
