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The much-anticipated MLB debut of top pitching prospect Paul Skenes garnered an immense showing, even amidst a rain-delayed, dramatic slugfest in front of 34,924 fans at PNC Park in Pittsburgh on May 12. Ultimately, the Pittsburgh Pirates prevailed 10-9 over the Chicago Cubs.
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that Miguel Pérez would return as manager for the Indianapolis Indians for the 2024 season.
With Pirates pitchers and catchers now working out in Bradenton and the full squad due by Monday, the team begins putting together a roster of young players, and they are also building their minor league system structure. The team announced yesterday that Triple-A Indianapolis will bring back manager Brian Esposito and his entire staff, plus one more coach. At Double-A Altoona, the new manager will be Miguel Perez. David Newhan was retained as the hitting coach. The new pitching coach is Drew Benes, the new bench coach is Gary Green and the new trainer is Tyler Brooks. The team also ann...