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There are a number of interesting subplots for the Pirates in today’s game against State College of Florida.

There are a number of interesting subplots for the Pirates in today’s game against SCF.

BRADENTON, Fla. — This morning, left-hander Scott Olsen threw a bullpen session of 25 fastballs and moved around later without visible discomfort. Olsen has missed the past week due to a strained left hamstring. Manager Clint Hurdle has not yet indicated when Olsen will resume a full throwing program. Charlie Morton, who will pitch the [...]

By adding third base to his list of positions, Steve Pearce greatly enhances his chances of breaking camp with the team as a utility player. It puts him on better footing in the battle against Garrett Atkins, Josh Fields and Corey Wimberly.

BRADENTON, Fla. — One of the most fun drills to watch is the sliding drills, which were held this afternoon on Field 4. The players (the speedy ones, at least) enjoy it because they can flash their speed and ham it up a bit. Photographers like it because it makes for a great picture. The [...]

News and notes from Wednesday’s spring training session. Thursday will be the team’s final day at Pirate City, after which camp will be relocated to McKechnie Field.

BRADENTON, Fla. — The Pirates’ lineup for Friday’s game against State College of Florida was just posted in the clubhouse: 1. Corey Wimberly 2b, 2. Chase d’Arnaud ss, 3. Steve Pearce 1b, 4. John Bowker lf, 5. Josh Fields dh, 6. Andy Marte 3b, 7. Andrew Lambo rf, 8. Gorkys Hernandez cf, 9. Wyatt Toregas [...]

Right-hander Charlie Morton will start the Grapefuit League opener Saturday against the Rays.

The Pirates will use seven pitchers in Friday’s charity game against State College of Florida. Each pitcher will work one inning.

BRADENTON, Fla. — Pedro Alvarez is back at workouts today — he hit in the cage early this morning, then did baserunning and fielding drills on Field 2. He missed all of practice yesterday due to neck spasms. »»» When manager Clint Hurdle says he wants speed to play a bigger role in the Pirates’ [...]