If you’re looking for something to lift your spirits each day in the Pittsburgh Pirates system, might I suggest taking a look at the pitching.
Anywhere. Any level.
At the Major League level, the Pirates have a 3.55 FIP, which ranks seventh overall. Their 2.73 BB/9 ranks seventh. Their 0.84 HR/9 ranks eighth. They have the fourth highest called and swinging strike rate (CSW%). They have the sixth highest swinging strike rate. They have the highest chase rate combined with middle of the pack contact on chase swings. Hitters are making below-average contact in the zone.
The highlight in the early part of the season has been Jared Jones.