Ethan Fisher

Ethan Fisher

Rum Bunter. Former Editorial Director at Diamond Digest. Pirates fan for as long as I can remember. Ke'Bryan Hayes and Oneil Cruz are better than you say they are.

Pittsburgh Pirates v Chicago Cubs

4 key Pirates coaching additions that should justify their staff overhaul

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Wild Card Game - Chicago Cubs v Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh columnist rips Pirates for being MLB's real problem over Dodgers

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St. Louis Cardinals v Pittsburgh Pirates

3 Pirates position battles to watch in spring training

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Oct 31, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Andrew Heaney (44) against the Arizona Diamondbacks during game four of the 2023 World Series at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Andrew Heaney is Pirates' latest test subject in what has been successful experiment

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Pittsburgh Pirates Photo Day

Pirates prospect's spring debut features pitch graded literally off the charts

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Mar 29, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA;  Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis (32) strikes out during the fifth inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Michael Laughlin-Imagn Images

Looking back at the Pirates' 2021 draft haul: Was high-stakes strategy worth it?

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Sep 3, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) throws the ball against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The one fix Pirates' Paul Skenes knows he needs to make in 2025

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Pittsburgh Pirates v Cincinnati Reds

Recent update on Ke'Bryan Hayes gives Pirates fans much-needed optimism

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Oct 23, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) reacts after hitting a home run during the third inning of game seven in the ALCS against the Houston Astros for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Minute Maid Park.  Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

3 dream trades to complete Pirates' offseason ahead of spring training

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Pittsburgh Pirates  v Philadelphia Phillies

5 recent Pirates players Pittsburgh fans wish they could have back for 2025

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Pittsburgh Pirates v New York Yankees

Paul Skenes Cy Young odds give early look into Pirates hype for 2025

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Sep 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) reacts in the dugout after pitching the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Why the Pirates should still get some credit for developing Paul Skenes

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Jul 31, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Astros pitching coach Brent Strom (56) talks with starting pitcher Charlie Morton (50) in the dugout during the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Pirates' newest hire could lead to reunion with beloved veteran starter

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Aug 14, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Daulton Varsho (25) attempts to catch a fly ball double by Los Angeles Angels left fielder Taylor Ward (not pictured) in the second inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

One star defensive trade target who would be a perfect fit for Pirates' outfield

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Jun 18, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Dennis Santana (60) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds during the ninth inning at PNC Park. The Reds won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

2 Pirates players who could see a larger role in 2025, and 2 who should not

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Chicago Cubs v Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates' crushing series vs. Cubs leaves many uncomfortable unanswered questions

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