MAY 1, 2022 • MLB.COM
Marisnick's catch must be seen to be believed PITTSBURGH -- When the Pirates signed Jake Marisnick prior to Opening Day, they knew they were getting an elite defender. On Saturday night...
Ben Cherington encouraged by strong starts for top Pirates prospects Pirates fans have only gotten a taste of right-hander Roansy Contreras’ big-league potential in stages. The team’s No. 5 prospect on MLB Pip...
APRIL 30, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Ben Cherington explains why Oneil Cruz remains in the minor leagues The Pirates have an injury at shortstop, but Oneil Cruz remains in the minor leagues. Ben Cherington explained the organization’s thinking.
APRIL 30, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Tucupita Marcano - Sent back to Double-A Marcano was optioned to Double-A Altoona on Saturday.
Impact Marcano joined the big-league roster Tuesday when Cole Tucker was placed on the COVID-19 injured list. He went 1-for-2 with a double and a run scored in his lone appearance. Tucker returned from the injured list Saturday, so Marcano will return to Altoona.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cole Tucker - Returns as expected Tucker was activated from the COVID-19 injured list as expected Saturday.
Impact Tucker had been away from the team since Tuesday but returned to the team to practice Friday. He hit just .171/.171/.220 through 41 plate appearances to start the season and isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against San Diego.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Padres pregame: Ha-seong Kim moving on up as Friars seek 5th straight win Ha-seong Kim has 14 total bases over last five games as Padres bat him sixth for the first time this season
APRIL 30, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Ben Gamel - Sits against southpaw Gamel will be on the bench Saturday against San Diego.
Impact Gamel hasn't been strictly platooned this season, but his off day here against lefty Sean Manaea means he's now sat against five of the nine southpaws the Pirates have faced thus far. Jake Marisnick will get the start in left field.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
