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OBSESSION: Pirates vs. Left-Handed Pitching – Should Oneil Cruz Always START Over Billy Cook?
Pittsburgh Pirates’ playoff hopes stall as offensive woes persist, especially against left-handed aces like Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell. Are lineup decisions hurting their scoring chances? Gary Morgan questions the Pirates’ obsession with handedness, arguing that benching top hitters like Oneil Cruz in favor of right-handed bats could be stifling run production at the worst possible moments. Digging into third base, Gary Morgan spotlights Nick Gonzalez, Jared Triolo, and the Pirates’ struggle to find both offense and defense at the hot corner. Is it time for a shakeup? Other key topics…
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