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The Pirates got offensive production, but their bullpen couldn’t stop the bleeding as the Cincinnati Reds scored 10 runs against their relievers. Kevin Gorman triblive.com/sports/bullpen…









“The arm talent is there, he has a strong arm,” GCC coach JT Thompson said. “And he’s a smart kid. He will get an equal shot at the position. If he steps up and shows he can run the offense, he’ll play. He’s still young.” Bill Beckner tribhssn.triblive.com/play-like-an-a…


“I was a big part of the offense, yes, but I knew there were others who also were strong in the offense and showed it,” said Trey Coury, who also will be a key factor in the Burrell defense at linebacker for new head coach Dom Girardi. Michael Love tribhssn.triblive.com/workhorse-runn…




“I think everyone just understands the sense of urgency of what happened last year,” Patrick Queen said. “It’s alignment, technique, assignment and taking care of what you’re supposed to take care of and not straying away from that.” Giustino_Racchini triblive.com/sports/after-c…


Their position switch is by design, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said, so that they determine whether Triolo is an option at shortstop next season. Kevin Gorman triblive.com/sports/pirates…