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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Seattle Sports
The Washington Nationals are close to hiring 33-year-old Blake Butera as their new manager, making him the youngest MLB manager since 1972, while the Minnesota Twins have appointed Derek Shelton as their new manager. Several other teams are still undecided on their managerial positions for the upcoming season.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Star Tribune
The Twins' hiring of Derek Shelton as manager is seen as a safe but uninspired choice that reflects the organization's preference for comfort over change, raising concerns about their willingness to innovate and address deeper issues within the franchise.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Minnesota Sports Fan
The Minnesota Twins have hired Derek Shelton as their new manager following Rocco Baldelli's dismissal after a 70-92 season. Shelton, previously managing the Pittsburgh Pirates, returns to the Twins with familiar faces around him, but his appointment is seen as uninspiring and possibly a temporary fix, with questions about his impact and the team's overall management structure.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Star Tribune
The Minnesota Twins have appointed Derek Shelton, former Pirates manager and Twins bench coach, as their new manager, succeeding Rocco Baldelli, amid a challenging rebuilding phase for the team.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Minnesota Twins are hiring Derek Shelton as their new manager, returning him to the Twin Cities where he previously served as bench coach. Shelton, who has managerial experience with the Pirates, is expected to help the team navigate its ongoing rebuild after a challenging season, with a focus on developing young talent and overhauling the roster. The announcement is pending, with Shelton being one of several finalists for managerial roles across MLB teams.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Detroit Lions have acquired wide receiver Denzel Mims from the New York Jets, ending speculation of a potential trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton is facing criticism from fans as the team's performance has declined. The Pirates managed only one win on their recent homestand and will now face the disappointing Los Angeles Angels, led by Shohei Ohtani. In college basketball news, the Duquesne Dukes have added a game against the College of Charleston to their schedule.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Pittsburgh Pirates' decision to draft pitcher Paul Skenes is seen as an easy win for the struggling team, as they need to improve quickly and Skenes is ready for the big leagues. The performance of rookie Henry Davis has been underwhelming, and the Pirates are still searching for promising young players to make an instant impact. The team's manager, Derek Shelton, is facing criticism for his poor record and lack of improvement. In other sports news, the Detroit Tigers missed an opportunity for a combined no-hitter, and there are discussions about whether Shohei Ohtani will have to choose between pitching and hitting. The possibility of the Pittsburgh Penguins trading for defenseman Erik Karlsson is uncertain, and there are high expectations for the Steelers despite concerns about their quarterback situation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports
The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled since their strong start to the season, currently sitting seven games under .500. Despite the disappointing stretch, the team remains calm and confident, attributing their inconsistency to their young roster. Veterans like Andrew McCutchen and Rich Hill see the struggles as part of the maturation process and believe the team is on the verge of turning things around. With the playoffs still within striking distance, the key for the Pirates in the second half will be finding consistency and focusing on the game itself.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Pittsburgh Pirates have gone from the hottest team in baseball to the coldest, losing seven consecutive games after winning seven in a row. Despite this, they remain in first place in the NL Central. Manager Derek Shelton is not panicking and believes the team is built to handle a losing skid due to the presence of veterans in the clubhouse. The Pirates' depth is being tested with several key players on the injured list, including shortstop Oneil Cruz and starting pitcher JT Brubaker. The team is optimistic about the return of pitcher Vince Velasquez and will look to rebound with a strong start from Mitch Keller.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bucs Dugout
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 8-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays due to poor defense and questionable officiating. The Rays scored three runs in the third inning and five more over the final five innings, including two home runs. Pirates manager Derek Shelton was ejected after arguing with the umpire about a pitch clock violation. Mitch Keller was a bright spot for Pittsburgh, striking out eight over five innings pitched and allowing just one earned run.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Tampa Bay Rays clinched a series win against the Pittsburgh Pirates with an 8-1 victory on Wednesday night. The Pirates repeatedly lost their composure, committing costly errors and leaving runners stranded. The Rays took advantage, scoring four unearned runs early and hitting two solo home runs late. Lefty Shane McClanahan improved to 6-0, allowing one run on five hits and two walks while striking out nine. The Pirates have lost three consecutive games and have had difficulty adjusting to the dome and the turf field at the Trop.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Pittsburgh Pirates are the hottest team and the biggest story in baseball, riding an MLB-best seven-game winning streak, sweeping back-to-back series for the first time in almost five years, and off to their best start in three decades. The Pirates have won nine of their last 11 games, going 13-4 since April 7 in a whirlwind 17-day stretch of games completed Sunday with a 2-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds for a four-game series sweep and to move a half-game ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers for sole possession of first place.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
The Pittsburgh Pirates have extended the contract of manager Derek Shelton after the team's best start since 1992. The length of the extension was not specified. General manager Ben Cherington praised Shelton's work and said he was the right person for the job. The Pirates are currently fifth in the majors and second in the National League in runs scored.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TribLIVE
The Pittsburgh Pirates have extended manager Derek Shelton's contract beyond the 2023 season, rewarding him for his positivity and belief in the team's rebuilding process. Shelton, in his fourth season as manager, has led the Pirates to their best start since 1992 with a 14-7 record. General manager Ben Cherington praised Shelton's communication skills and baseball savvy, and credited him for helping to build the team's culture. The Pirates have traded away several top players in recent years as part of their rebuild, but players expressed their excitement for Shelton's extension and called him "the right guy to lead us."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB.com
The Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a contract extension with manager Derek Shelton beyond the 2023 season. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Shelton has been the Pirates' manager since 2020 and has a career record of 156-249. The team is currently off to a 14-7 start this year.