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Cherington: Skenes had an excellent year despite late-season slump
sports9 days ago

Cherington: Skenes had an excellent year despite late-season slump

Pirates GM Ben Cherington defended Paul Skenes on his Sunday radio show, saying the ace has had an excellent year despite a rough stretch and that his start was pushed back to Wednesday for extra rest; he stressed there’s no injury, noting Skenes remains among NL leaders in strikeouts and on a 4-5 win pace, while updating on Oneil Cruz’s healed hand fractures and other injuries (Konnor Griffin nearing a return and Endy Rodriguez’s hip inflammation).

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#ben-cherington#injuries#mlb
Pirates shore up bullpen at deadline, eye a late-season push
sports22 days ago

Pirates shore up bullpen at deadline, eye a late-season push

The Pirates added four right-handed relievers—Camilo Doval, Luke Weaver, Kirby Yates and Lake Bachar—at the trade deadline to overhaul a weakness in the bullpen, aiming to ease workload on their steady relievers and fuel a postseason-bound stretch run, with GM Ben Cherington noting the prices were sensible and the group should help the roster finish strong in a tight NL race.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#ben-cherington#bullpen#mlb
Pirates' GM Defends Trade Decisions Amid Prospect and Deadline Moves
sports1 year ago

Pirates' GM Defends Trade Decisions Amid Prospect and Deadline Moves

Pirates GM Ben Cherington emphasized that trades are made to improve the team and not to save money, with any payroll savings reinvested into the team. He highlighted the importance of acquiring young talent, maintaining veteran presence, and having a strong farm system for future success, while also explaining the strategic reasons behind recent trades and roster decisions.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#ben-cherington#payroll-flexibility#pirates
Pirates' Poor Strategy Hits New Low at MLB Trade Deadline
sports1 year ago

Pirates' Poor Strategy Hits New Low at MLB Trade Deadline

The Pittsburgh Pirates' management, led by GM Ben Cherington, made questionable decisions at the MLB trade deadline, trading key players for prospects unlikely to impact their immediate future, reflecting flawed strategy and poor decision-making that frustrates fans and questions the team's direction toward competitiveness in 2026 and beyond.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#baseball-strategy#ben-cherington#mlb-trade-deadline
Pirates GM Cherington Vows to Bolster Starting Pitching and Pursue Big Signings
sports2 years ago

Pirates GM Cherington Vows to Bolster Starting Pitching and Pursue Big Signings

Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington has stated that the team's focus in the offseason has been on starting pitching, both in free agency and trade. The Pirates had a lackluster rotation last season, with none of their starters performing exceptionally well. Cherington also mentioned the team's interest in adding a first baseman and expressed confidence in their internal options at second base. The possibility of a reunion with Andrew McCutchen, a franchise icon, has also been discussed.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#ben-cherington#first-base#free-agency
MLB Draft: College Pitching Prioritized, Tigers' Picks Analyzed, and Rockies Select Kaminska
sports3 years ago

MLB Draft: College Pitching Prioritized, Tigers' Picks Analyzed, and Rockies Select Kaminska

Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington continues to prioritize college pitching in the 2023 MLB Draft, selecting five college players, including three pitchers, in rounds 11 through 16. The Pirates selected left-handed pitcher Magdiel Cotto from Kentucky, right-handed pitcher Khristian Curtis from Arizona State, first baseman/outfielder Charles McAdoo from San Jose State, right-handed pitcher Garrett McMillan from Alabama, and catcher John Lopez from Puerto Rico. In round 16, they also picked college catcher Justin Mikins from Kent State, who has experience in the Cape Cod League.

via Rum Bunter|
#ben-cherington#college-pitching#day-3
"Pirates' No. 1 Pick: Best Prospect or Wealth Distribution?"
sports3 years ago

"Pirates' No. 1 Pick: Best Prospect or Wealth Distribution?"

The Pittsburgh Pirates have the first overall pick in the MLB Draft and are considering multiple prospects, including LSU teammates Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes. The top five players in the draft are considered potential stars, and the Pirates have the opportunity to select the third, fourth, or fifth player on the board, potentially saving money on the bonus and allowing them to acquire more talent with subsequent picks. The Pirates have a bonus pool of $16,185,700, with $9,721,000 slotted for the first overall pick. Most mock drafts have the Pirates selecting Crews or Skenes, but there is also consideration for Florida's Wyatt Langford. The Pirates have a history of mixed success with their previous No. 1 overall picks.

via TribLIVE|
#ben-cherington#dylan-crews#mlb-draft