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Wed, May 07, 2008

How Low Can You Go?

by John Lease

Pirates hurler John Van Benschoten may be the worst pitcher in team history.

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Wed, April 23, 2008

The Glorious Past: Al Oliver

by John Lease

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Wed, April 09, 2008

On Their Way Out

by John Lease

The Pirates, like all 120+ year old institutions, have some traditions that have taken deep root over the years. One that I am most fond of, is the traditional last dance partner of players on their way out of the major leagues.

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Sun, March 30, 2008

Starting Up Season 127

by John Lease

As Opening Day draws near, this Pirates fan waxes nostalgic about past glories and ignominious failures.

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Wed, March 26, 2008

Am I Turning Into My Grandma?

by John Lease

Will Pirates fans have to wait as long as Cubs fans have for another World Series title?

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Tue, March 18, 2008

The Time For Expansion is Now

by John Lease

Additional teams in New York and Boston will bring about more ‘competitive balance’ than any shady non-compete agreement that we already have.

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Fri, March 14, 2008

I’m Channeling Merle Kessler

by John Lease

Thanks to Billy Crystal, the Pirates are not only inept, but they’re now a side-show attraction.

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Tue, March 11, 2008

Forty Years Ago, Baseball Was a Different Game

by John Lease

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