The Pirates have had a pretty exciting stretch lately. They went 7-1 last week, including sweeping the Brewers in five games. They returned from the All-Star break last night with a big 12-1 win, pulling them back up to .500. And all of this comes at a time when Neal Huntington decides whether the team will be buyers or sellers at the deadline.
I don't want to come here and throw cold water on the party. But I also can't sit here and seriously discuss this team as a true contender right now.
They're having a great stretch, and considering their next two games are against the Reds, there's a good chance that will continue.