Ben and Sam discuss their technical difficulties, Alex Rios' trade value, and the origins of the surprisingly successful Pirates.
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In Pittsburgh, we call it the Searage Effect.
able to find relief pitchers from scrap heaps and get value. After that they
get flipped or DFA'd. You mentioned Bosox deal, but right now Vin
Mazzero is giving us quality innings and Wilson & Morris (former starters)
have done the same. There are a lot of live arms in AAA too.
Additionally we've continued to do well without Burnett & Wandy (Mcdonald
too.) I and most Bucs fans realize Locke is going to come to earth, but Cole
has not scratched the surface of his talent yet.
Even if this team plays .500 the rest of the way, it been a thrill we haven't
in 20 years.