It's a tougher-than-normal week for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as they face some tough pitching in some not-so-friendly parks. Our look at hitter matchups for the week ahead...
Tyler Glasnow's forearm strain opens up a rotation spot in Tampa, though the IP might be divided among several pitchers. Plus, Edwin Jackson joins his 14th MLB team, and Travis D'Arnaud and Aaron Altherr get second chances with new clubs.
An A.J. Pollock injury has given Alex Verdugo his first extended shot at playing time—does he have the skills to take advantage of the opportunity? Plus, early analysis of Spencer Turnbull, Trent Thornton, Nick Margevicius, and Danny Jansen.
The Braves send down A.J. Minter, leaving Luke Jackson as the likely candidate to take over the closer role. Plus, Drew Pomeranz and Mike Zunino hit the IL, and the Mariners call up a pair of infield prospects in the wake of Dee Gordon's injury.
Jackie Bradley Jr. recently authored yet another highlight-reel catch, but his work at the plate has been far less spectacular. Is there any risk to his playing time? Also: a name to Ynoa in BAL, a few quick hits in NYY, Yarbrough's disappointing encore in TAM and Gurriel's possible return in TOR.
It's a tougher-than-normal week for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as they face some tough pitching in some not-so-friendly parks. Our look at hitter matchups for the week ahead...
Tyler Glasnow's forearm strain opens up a rotation spot in Tampa, though the IP might be divided among several pitchers. Plus, Edwin Jackson joins his 14th MLB team, and Travis D'Arnaud and Aaron Altherr get second chances with new clubs.
An A.J. Pollock injury has given Alex Verdugo his first extended shot at playing time—does he have the skills to take advantage of the opportunity? Plus, early analysis of Spencer Turnbull, Trent Thornton, Nick Margevicius, and Danny Jansen.
The Braves send down A.J. Minter, leaving Luke Jackson as the likely candidate to take over the closer role. Plus, Drew Pomeranz and Mike Zunino hit the IL, and the Mariners call up a pair of infield prospects in the wake of Dee Gordon's injury.
Jackie Bradley Jr. recently authored yet another highlight-reel catch, but his work at the plate has been far less spectacular. Is there any risk to his playing time? Also: a name to Ynoa in BAL, a few quick hits in NYY, Yarbrough's disappointing encore in TAM and Gurriel's possible return in TOR.