08/24/2010  - Pirates fall short to the Outlaws to end the Shootout... In a hard fought effort, the Pirates came up short against a good hitting Outlaws team to end the Shootout.  With Sisco giving a great effort on the hill, the Pirates made a couple costly mistakes that cost them the game.  The season will wrap up for the Pirates in the league championship September 26th at ARVEST Ballpark. 08/22/2010  - Pirates are humbled in opening game of Arklahoma...  Pirates jumped out early on the Cudas 8-3 after 3 innings, but it wasn't meant to be...  The Cudas came roaring back with consecutive big innings off the Pirates pitchers to take the lead 9-8.  The Pirates only managed 1 run in the next 3 innings and fell to the Cudas 15-9.  The Cudas played very well and hit the ball unlike any other time this season.  They continued the hot streak by beating the favorite Outlaws 6-5 in the second game of pool play.  This ensured the Cudas a place in the title game on Sunday. 08/09/2010  -  Pirates control the Rangers once again......  The Pirates dominated the Rangers in a game that looked to be more competitive than it was.  With help from the White Sox pitching staff, the Rangers looked to keep the game close.  However, the Pirates jumped on the Rangers anyway with a team batting avg. of .500   Also, Jose Cueto hit for the cycle, with the round tripper being in the park.  The Pirates look to be warming up right before the Shootout, which looks to be a test of strength with them and the Outlaws. 08/02/2010  -  Pirates seize regular season title with Hogs sweep...  The Pirates won the regular season title with the sweep of the Hogs on Sunday.  With dominating pitching from Smith as usual, the Pirates grabbed the opening game in dominating fashion.  In the second game, the Pirates won the battle of attrition proving to be the deeper team.  With limited pitching, the Hogs struggled to hold the Pirates down.  this allowed the Pirate batters to scrap out 14 runs in 5 innings.  Now that the season is winding down, its time for the Pirates to prepare for the tournament stretch.  Check back here for latest updates to the schedule. 07/26/2010  -  Brackets are set for the Arklahoma Shootout...  The tournament has been set and the teams are bracketed for the 2010 Arklahoma Shootout.  There are 4 teams from the state of Arkansas and 4 teams from the state of Oklahoma participating.  For more information, visit the tournament page... 07/26/2010  -  Pirates score 28 runs in Aardvarks sweep...  Behind Eric smith and Kell "Country" Sisco the Pirates held the Aardvarks to a minimal effort and pounded the opposing pitching for 28 runs in 7 innings of offense.  The Pirates found their stride and opened the second game with 10 runs in the top of the first.  with Eric and Country not allowing an earned run, the Pirates make easy work of the Aardvarks.  The roster is finally coming together for the Pirates with some crucial members finally arriving.  The Pirates look to refine the defensive effort and settle in for a couple tough tournaments in late August. 07/19/2010  -  Pirates sweep the thin Rangers squad...  After a 2 week vacation, Eric Smith was back on the hill for the Pirates.  In usual fashion, Eric dominated the opponent with a near perfect performance.  Allowing only 2 hits on the day, Eric struck out 12 Ranger batters and never allowed runner past first base.  Offensively, Eric went 3 for 3 with a pair of doubles.  The Pirates cruised to a 10 - 0 victory behind eric's leadership.  In the second game, the Rangers struggled to find pitching and were easily defeated.  Randy Rankin started and overwhelmed the Rangers with his control.  Pirates travel back to Lincoln, Sunday July 25th to meet the Aardvarks. 07/12/2010  -  Pirates split with the Hogs again...  With this matchup turning into a rivalry very quickly, the Hogs and Pirates met once again on the diamond in Van Buren.  The Hogs controlled the opener, jumping on the Pirates right out of the gate.  But the second game turned into a heated battle that only adds to the story.  With several key moments of frustration and outburst, both teams were on the edge of explosion.  But in the end, the Pirates pulled out a run in the second game to split the twin bill and even the yearly series 2-2.  Look for this to continue with one more matchup set for the season in early August. 06/28/2010  -  Pirates sweep the Aardvarks behind Smith's perfect game...  With Eric Smith pitching the way he did Sunday, the Pirate offense needed only 1 run to win, however they got much more.  With Smith dominating the Aardvark hitters and throwing a perfect game, the Pirates found a way to win in convincing fashion.  In the second end of the twin bill, the Pirates countered an early home run to put pressure on the Aardvarks early.  With 9 runs in the first 2 innings,t he Pirates controlled the game and cruised to the second victory of the day. 06/21/2010  -  Pirates sweep the Rangers in controlling fashion...  On a hot summer afternoon in Lincoln, the Pirates managed 2 wins at the expense of the Rangers who were trying to get the season started on a good note.  With limited pitching the Rangers fell short in the twin bill allowing the Pirates to grab two easy wins.  It was exceptionally easy with Eric Smith's 15 k's and two hits.  His pitching gave the upper hand to the Pirates right out of the gate.  In the second game, the Pirates imposed their will and controlled the Rangers short staff.  Up next the Pirates look to charge past the Aardvarks in Lincoln on the 27th of June... 06/15/2010  -  Pirates split with Hogs in opener...  With some first game jitters, rain storms, rust, and anxiety, the Pirates battled to a split with the Van Buren Hogs on Sunday.  The Pirates controlled the Hogs in the first game until some heavy rains suspended play.  The Hogs battled back to tie after play resumed but the Pirates pulled away in the 6th to win 4-2.  The second game was lost in a series of events in the 3rd that took the wind out of the sails of the Pirates.  Managing only 2 runs, the Pirates struggled offensively to overcome the emotional drain. 06/11/2010  -  Pirates open the season on Sunday...  The season for the Pirates opens Sunday in Rogers, AR.  The MABL will begin its schedule with a double header starting at 12:30.  The Pirates look to get out of the gate running with very little rust or jitters.  With a slight chance of rain, the Pirates hope to have a great day of baseball... 06/03/2010  -  Pirates are undecided on playing in the Denver MABL tournament July 3rd - 5th...  With the opportunity to travel to a national tournament with limited player cost, the Pirates are looking to attend the Denver MABL tournament July 3rd - 5th. However, the semi-finals and finals are to be played on Monday, July 5th. This makes it a tough decision with several members having to take vacation to be available. Yet, the opportunity to compete at the national level in one of the most competitive tournaments in the nation motivates the Pirates to make it happen. The upcoming weeks will determine the outcome... 06/02/2010  -  NWA MABL start date postponed due to late registration... After losing several teams to the 25+ MSBL, the MABL is having trouble completing the registration process for the 4 teams remaining.  Unfortunately, this has pushed the start date for opening day.  With limited options, the Pirates may be forced to play in the 25+ league to complete its season.  However, there are several options remaining for the Pirates.  Contacting other leagues for competition, the Pirates are looking to expand their boundaries.  Paired with the national and regional tournaments, the Pirates are determined to have a dominating season.