Frustrated Pirate fans Written on June 23, 2010, by Bob.
We Pirate fans have had a range of emotions over the past 17 years, and no doubt the last couple in particular. The trading of a power hitter like Jason Bay, with next to nothing in return. The trade of a former batting champion with, yes–nothing to date. Okay, we lucked out on the McLouth for Morton trade–because at least Morton won a game for us. McLouth cost Atlanta many. In fact, they didn’t begin to win until he was OUT of their line-up. My question is this: now that the youth movement has begun–with the myriad of recent call-ups, when are the Pirate pitchers going to step up and help? Ross Ohlendorf show brilliance, then gets beat. Zach Duke acts like he can’t wait to leave, and Paul Maholm gives quality starts–but also gives quality pitches to opposing batters at the absolute wrong time–to take himself out of possible win. Brad Lincoln has been disappointing in three starts so far. Only Jeff Karstens–the back-up #5 guy has been a stop-gap guy. You call me crazy with that comment? Check it out–he has been responsible for ending TWO major losing streaks for the club this season. That is my version of “stepping up”. Maybe the next step for GM Huntington is to trade all the starters, carry 16 pitchers and just use relievers to get through games. Hey at this point, you are trying to avoid 100 losses–and anything is worth a try!
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