Tag: "Ben Cherington"
How Low Can the Pirates Go?
By Kyle Laverty on July 21st, 2025
Getting swept by the White Sox was a symbolic surrender. With the GM already looking to 2026, it's time to diagnose the root of this failure: Ben Cherington's flawed organizational philosophy.
Why the Manager Doesn't Matter Much
By Kyle Laverty on July 21st, 2025
The Pirates changed managers from Derek Shelton to Don Kelly, but the results remain the same. The debate is a distraction. The real problem is the flawed organizational philosophy they are forced to implement.
An Offensive Graveyard: Why Position Players Fail in Pittsburgh
By Kyle Laverty on July 21st, 2025
From Pham to Tellez, the Pirates have a long list of failed offensive acquisitions. This is a clear symptom of a broken philosophy and a front office that has turned Pittsburgh into a place where hitters' careers stall.