http://buccos.forumotion.net/feed/? Latest topics Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:22:17 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/prosilver/site_logo.gif http://buccos.forumotion.net/feed/? http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/chat-forum-on-jakes-new-site-t22.htm Polka
I'm working with Jake to get a forum up and running on his new site. Just a thanks to Erice for creating this one, and for the 10 of us who shared some thought the past 4 months. With BMI removing our information from the old bucco blog site, we didn't get many to come join us here. Hopefully we can get everyone back at Jakes new site. See you there. Bill.]]> Pirates Talk Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:22:17 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/chat-forum-on-jakes-new-site-t22.htm#103 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/chat-forum-on-jakes-new-site-t22.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/loretta-turnbow-laroche-adam-t14.htm EricBrosius I read a bunch of places that the Pirates are interested in Mark Loretta. I'd be happy if this was for utility and to backfill if LaRoche sucks again at 3rd, Wilson and/or Freddy gets hurt!! But if we're looking to sign to to play SS every day and trade Wilson - I"m not so happy... Jake mentioned that we're also looking at Derrick Turnbow. He had a few good seasons - but Jake is saying he has a partially torn rotator cuff...YIKES...stay away!!! Also I've read that the Angles ... Pirates Talk Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:15:28 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/loretta-turnbow-laroche-adam-t14.htm#78 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/loretta-turnbow-laroche-adam-t14.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/manny-here-s-the-deal-t21.htm mouse It's time to make an offer for Manny. Reporters have been suggesting the Yankees need Manny, but that makes no sense. After all, what does Manny bring to a team? To summerize Scott Boras, Manny is one of those players who transcends the game. He's not just a bat and a (ahem) glove. He's a magnate who brings fannys to seats. So how does that help the Yankees (or the Red Sox, for that matter)? They already have more fannys than seats, no matter how high they make the prices. The Dodgers, ... Pirates Talk Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:24:48 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/manny-here-s-the-deal-t21.htm#101 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/manny-here-s-the-deal-t21.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/furcal-to-the-braves-means-t20.htm Polka This is exciting news, possibly, for our Buccos. The Dodgers now have a decision to make. Let Hu take over at short, sign a free agent that will cost them draft picks, or make a trade for Jack Wilson. The Braves now have a decision to make. Trade Yunel Escobar, or move him to 2nd and then move Kelly Johnson from 2nd to LF. I don't think Furcal will be open to playing 2nd. The Braves came knocking on the Pirates door at the Winter Meetings, so maybe there could be something in ... Pirates Talk Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:18:04 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/furcal-to-the-braves-means-t20.htm#99 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/furcal-to-the-braves-means-t20.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/yankee-pitchers-t19.htm mouse I see the Yankees are trying corner the market on big name starters. Assuming they end up with Burnett as well (on a three or four year deal), wouldn't this leave them with a surplus of young pitchers that may no longer fit into their plans? Perhaps they would send some our way for additional seasoning. If they are any good, the Yankees will get them back anyway. Is there any potential there for a deal? Pirates Talk Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:24:35 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/yankee-pitchers-t19.htm#92 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/yankee-pitchers-t19.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/paulino-traded-to-the-phils-t18.htm NCbucs21 http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/08345/934354-100.stm His offensive approach was horrible, he couldn't throw out a baserunner to save his life, blocking the plate and hustling around the bases were not his thing. Nevertheless, he was my favorite bobblehead. This other catcher they got doesn't look too bad, could be a backup to Doumit. Nothing to get excited about but anytime a player that doesn't want to be part of the team is traded, its a good thing. Pirates Talk Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:09:23 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/paulino-traded-to-the-phils-t18.htm#89 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/paulino-traded-to-the-phils-t18.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-to-the-twins-t17.htm Anonymous Anybody heard anything about JW to the Twins? Who would you guys want in return? Pirates Talk Sun, 07 Dec 2008 22:19:01 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-to-the-twins-t17.htm#86 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-to-the-twins-t17.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/mientkiewicz-t15.htm Anonymous Is anyone else hoping we resign this guy as much as I am? Love the passion he plays with....? thoughts Pirates Talk Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:00:55 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/mientkiewicz-t15.htm#79 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/mientkiewicz-t15.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/report-pirates-wilson-traded-to-detroit-tigers-t16.htm EricBrosius http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/08339/932732-100.stm]]> Pirates Talk Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:05:33 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/report-pirates-wilson-traded-to-detroit-tigers-t16.htm#81 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/report-pirates-wilson-traded-to-detroit-tigers-t16.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/delmon-young-t13.htm Polka Would you guys try to pull a deal with the Twins to acquire Young? I'm curious, because I'm torn on the idea. He's 22, has power-potential, a good arm in right field, and would give the Pirates an outstanding future outfield with McCutchen and Tabata. He is available. It might have to be a 2-2 swap, but start with Ian Snell and see what else would need to be done. But I wonder, only a year after the Twins acquired him, why is he supposedly available? Club-house cancer? Isn't ... Pirates Talk Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:10:28 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/delmon-young-t13.htm#75 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/delmon-young-t13.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-wilson-from-jake-t12.htm EricBrosius
Bucco Blog exclusive: Blowing oh so faintly in the distance is a three-team trade that ships Jack Wilson out to Detroit. The third team involved is said to be the Marlins. Who goes where, when, or how wasn’t on my sources screen, but the whispers are growing louder every hour. More when I hear it.]]> Pirates Talk Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:51:46 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-wilson-from-jake-t12.htm#74 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/jack-wilson-from-jake-t12.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/ny-radio-market-t10.htm EricBrosius I live in the NY Market and was listening to WFAN on the way home yesterday. Seemed to be a lot of Yankee fans interested in McLouth. The DJ and may of the fans were will to offer Cano and Hughes for McLouth. IF that were a valid offer - should the Pirates do it?!?!?! Pirates Talk Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:06:56 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/ny-radio-market-t10.htm#70 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/ny-radio-market-t10.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/everything-else-f2/san-diego-restaurants-t11.htm EricBrosius I'm heading to San Diego tomorrow - any good place to eat? Everything Else Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:07:37 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/everything-else-f2/san-diego-restaurants-t11.htm#71 http://buccos.forumotion.net/everything-else-f2/san-diego-restaurants-t11.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/stark-s-rumbling-and-grumblings-t9.htm EricBrosius According to Jayson Stark we'll be signing PAUL BYRD!!! http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/story?columnist=stark_jayson&page=rumblings WHAT THEY NEED: Veteran starting pitcher. FREE AGENT WHO COULD TOP THEIR LIST: Paul Byrd. HOW THEY'LL SHOP: If you paid attention last July, you might have noticed this is a team expunging veterans, not collecting them. So free agency isn't the Pirates' kind of shopping scene. But they are looking for an established starting pitcher ... Pirates Talk Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:01:23 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/stark-s-rumbling-and-grumblings-t9.htm#67 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/stark-s-rumbling-and-grumblings-t9.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/perry-hill-t8.htm Polka Jake is reporting the Pirates have signed Perry Hill. Obviously to be our new 1st base coach and infield instructor. Lots of people really respect Hill in the game. Lots. I read the Rangers thought they had him signed for this year, but he backed out because of the same reason he didn't coach last year: family issues. I'll be interested to see why he signed with the Pirates and for how much. Now lets make a deal for a power-hitting, right-handed outfielder, acquire a starting ... Pirates Talk Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:18:31 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/perry-hill-t8.htm#64 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/perry-hill-t8.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/nate-wins-gold-glove-t7.htm EricBrosius Well that was a pleasant surprise. Especially if you're used to Jake ripping Nate's 'D' apart... Pirates Talk Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:23:44 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/nate-wins-gold-glove-t7.htm#63 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/nate-wins-gold-glove-t7.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/let-the-wheeling-and-dealing-begin-t6.htm Deal Nothington Now that the offseason has officially begun, I'd like to start with a Jack Wilson thought. Trade him to Detroit. They declined Renteria's option and should be looking for a proven vet at SS. What might be a reasonable return for Jack from Detroit? Pirates Talk Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:19:19 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/let-the-wheeling-and-dealing-begin-t6.htm#49 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/let-the-wheeling-and-dealing-begin-t6.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/bullington-and-lincoln-t5.htm Polka Watching B.J. Upton and Evan Longoria launch all those home-runs in the ALCS, I just thought I'd remind the crew who the Pirates drafted before Upton (Bullington) and right after Longoria (Brad Lincoln) FYI...Bullington was recently released by the Indians, and claimed by the Blue Jays. Lincoln supposedly is healthy. And Dan Moskos still can't believe the Pirates drafted him over minor-league player of the year, switch-hitting catcher Matt Wieters. Wait...that's Pirate Nation ... Pirates Talk Thu, 30 Oct 2008 18:37:42 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/bullington-and-lincoln-t5.htm#48 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/bullington-and-lincoln-t5.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/4seamercom-t4.htm Polka Hey guys, At some point when I saw Jake was leaving Bucco Blog he had posted a note or link that said he could be reached at 4seamer.com. I added that link to my favorites, but it was never active. Well, I just checked it again after a month or so and see that Jake is getting ready to start a new site. I know he has a lot of fans, as well as a lot of critics. So, be sure to check that out if you want to see the grand opening in a few days/weeks. He's got a couple articles ... Pirates Talk Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:54:13 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/4seamercom-t4.htm#46 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/4seamercom-t4.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/so-lets-get-this-thing-started-t2.htm Deal Nothington Here are a few rumors I've heard about. The bucs are interested in Hermida again, and maybe Young. I like the idea of possibly buying low there. There have been rumors about McLouth possibly being traded to the Yankees and that the Yankees are also considering moving Cano. I would not trade McLouth for Cano straight up if Im Neal. But I would consider Cano and Kennedy. I've also heard Cleveland may have interest in Freddy. I think that could be done, but who would we get in return? Some young ... Pirates Talk Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:47:41 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/so-lets-get-this-thing-started-t2.htm#3 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/so-lets-get-this-thing-started-t2.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/joe-kerrigan-t3.htm EricBrosius Kerrigan new pitching coach

I'm not sure how he is a pitching coach - but at least I've heard of him before...]]> Pirates Talk Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:11:06 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/joe-kerrigan-t3.htm#26 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/joe-kerrigan-t3.htm http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/welcome-all-t1.htm EricBrosius
I hope it works...]]> Pirates Talk Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:41:20 GMT http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/welcome-all-t1.htm#1 http://buccos.forumotion.net/pirates-talk-f1/welcome-all-t1.htm