412 double play podcast by Michael Castrignano
Last Updated: October 21, 2025
Two best friends talking all things Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode 118: Ding Ding, 2024 Season Is Over
The 2024 Season has come to a close for the Pittsburgh Pirates but questions will remain for months regarding what went wrong and what they NEED to fix before the team heads to Bradenton in February. Mike Crawford (mikecrawford_17) and I reflect on the year behind and look to the offseason ahead. #LetsGoBucs #Pirates
Episode 117: This Offensive Offense
As the season reaches the final lap, the #Pirates stumble to the finish line. While pitching blow-ups have taken place, the ongoing problem has been with the offense - which has been downright atrocious at times. I break it down in this week's episode #LetsGoBucs
Episode 116: Is This Even A Good Team?
As the season is winding down, the team needs to start answering questions before the offseason forces their hand. Where do they need to make upgrades and do they even have the base to think they can contend in 2025? I discuss in this week's episode - #LetsGoBucs #Pirates
Episode 115: Where Are The Prospects At?
The Pirates continue to squander opportunities and for some reason have not called up the calvary! Why? I ask that very question in this week's special Sunday episode! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs https://steelcitypirates.com/
Episode 114: Bad, Bad Bullpen, Man!
One of the biggest bullpen blow-ups in baseball history cost our closer his role and struggles to develop international talent cost two men their job while Oneil Cruz is sizzling at the plate even as he changes his place on the field. Neal Kokiko (@nckokiko) joins to talk about all that and more in this week's episode! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 113: Rotational Battles Ahead
Hall of Fame Weekend capped with a walk-off winner this week but with Jared Jones slated to return, we take a look at some options for the 2025 Pirates rotation. @StephenCastrign joins as co-host to discuss this and more in this week's episode! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 112: LOBbying For Some Wins
Solo recording from family vacation in OCMD as the #Pirates finally broke their losing streak but they still have some issues that need resolved before they can ascend to the next level. Find out what that is in this week's episode! #LetsGoBucs https://steelcitypirates.com/
Episode 111: Pitching Problems Persist
Drew Cagle (@cagles_bagels) joins the show to break down this train wreck of a week. The offense is FINALLY producing but the pitching is imploding. Can the team come back from this and get the season back on track or is this the end? We discuss in this week's episode #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 110: Shooting Themselves in the Foot
Chances to win in every game this week but the #Pirates settle with a 3-3 split as they struggle to keep up in the competitive Wild Card picture. New blood in the clubhouse and in the system between trade deals and draft picks but can that overcome some problems in the bullpen? We break it all down in this week's episode! #letsgobucs
Episode 109: Trade Deadline Approaches
Pirates Beat Writer for the PPG, Andrew Destin (AndrewDestin1) returns to the show to discuss MLB Draft, All Star Break Festivities and how the Pirates may approach the Trade Deadline. #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 108: Bring On The Gauntlet!
Pirates take 2 of 3 from the Phillies in their first big test post-All Star Break. Can they keep this going? We talk about the road ahead, the draft results and more! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 107: Draft Day
Pirates end the first half on a hot streak to finish with a .500 record and will have the National League's Starting Pitcher for the All Star Game in their 2024 First Round Draft Pick, Paul Skenes. Draft Day is here again and the Pirates are on the clock! Who did they take with their first pick this year? We discuss in this week's episode!
Episode 106: 2024 Draft Preview with Corey Shrader
Mixed bag this week as Paul Skenes and Bryan Reynolds are officially All-Stars but two starting pitchers end up on the Injured List as the Pirates lose 4 of 6. Also, less than one week away from the MLB Draft. Who will the Pirates take with the 9th overall pick? Corey Shrader (@CoreyShrader) joins the show to discuss all this and more! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 105: Make or Break Time (with Gary Morgan)
#Pirates split their road trip but have dangerous waters ahead with 10 of their next 13 games against teams ahead of them in the standings. Host of Pirates Fan Forum and Editor of Steel City Pirates, Gary Morgan (@garymo2007) returns to the show to talk impact of this stretch as well as discussing Aroldis Chapman's burgeoning Hall of Fame candidacy, minor league pitching injuries, trade deadline expectations and more! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 104: Offensive Woes Persist
Following a 3-3 week, the Pirates offense continues to underperform and they NEED to look at the external options for assistance ASAP! What are some potential trade pieces? We discuss in this week's episode! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 103: Shutouts and Shootouts
Pirates have a strong home stand, winning 4 of 6 games against teams who are looking to contend this year. Couple shutouts and a couple games with a LOT of runs. Is this team turning a corner? Also, All Star voting opened up this past week. Who should make the trip to Arlington to represent the Pirates in the Summer Classic? #Pittsburgh #Pirates #letsgobucs
Episode 102: First Base Conundrum
Gritty week of games but the team is still just treading water despite an ELITE rotation that's been mostly chugging along. Can they find a way to get more output from that First Base position? I toss out some potential options for the short- and long-term with the #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 101: Bullpen Blunders
As the rotation and offense are finally both clicking, our once coveted bullpen has struggled to keep pace, costing the Bucs two games this week and countless others this year. Why is this happening so often and what can be done to fix it?
Episode 100: How 'Bout This Rotation?!?
The #Pirates rotation is REALLY clicking as they take 3 of 4 from the rival #Cubs but is this 2024 team REALLY better than the 2023 squad? Also, with the Pirates 2024 Hall of Fame Class poised to be announced this week, we discuss some options to be added to the illustrious list of Pirate greats! Check out all this and more in this week's episode! #LetsGoBucs #MLB
Episode 99: Skenes Has Arrived!
Paul Skenes makes his major league debut! Did he live up to the hype? Also, the bats are starting to heat up but one former All Star is still struggling to find his stride. We talk about these topics and more on this week's episode! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 98: Times That Try Men's (and Women's) Souls
Offensive struggles permeated throughout this week as the team struggles to find answers. Is it already on the roster? Is the Sunday outburst reason to believe in a turn-around? Tune in as we discuss broken expectations and resetting on the season in this week's episode of #412DoublePlay #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 97: Where Has All The Offense Gone?
Following another sub-par week of games with stranded baserunners galore, we are discussing ideas on how to optimize this lineup and get more runs scored. Plus, would a six-man rotation work when Skenes is called up? All that and more in this weeks episode! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 96: The Sky's a'Falling!
Bucs drop six straight, getting swept in back-to-back series while looking overmatched in the field, at the dish and on the bump. Can they turn things around, or is the sky falling in the Steel City?
Episode 95: Split City, 300 and Gonzales Goes Down
A pair of splits, a concerning injury, some milestones and a hometown dude facing boo birds - this week has it all and more! Check out the latest episode with all this and more! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 94: Nats, Rain, Snow & Home vs the Os
#Pirates are 8-2 after series wins vs. #Nationals and #Orioles! How legit is this start? Are the errors a concern? Will the bullpen injuries finally take its toll on the team? And what about the slow start from Cutch? We talk about all this and more in this week's episode! #LetsGoBucs
Happy Pirates Home Opener (w/Christian Wolf)
Christian Wolf (CWolfPGH) joins for a special Home Opener episode talking prospects, promotions, the minor leagues and what Opening Day means in Pittsburgh. Hope to see you at PNC Park! #LetsGoBucs #PNCBLACKOUT #Piratessteelcitypirates.com
Episode 93: Jones, Skenes and Fried Fish
The #Pirates swept the #Marlins in a 4 game series, Jared Jones made his MLB debut just hours after Paul Skenes started his first game for Indianapolis and Derek Shelton is playing chess when other teams are playing checkers. Check out these topics and more on this week’s episode! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 92: Let The 2024 Season Commence - Pirates Preview
Welcome to the 2024 Season! Pirates play MEANINGFUL games this week and we talk injuries and illnesses, pitching and hitting, predictions and concerns in this preview for the start of the #Pirates season! Enjoy! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 91: Spring Breakout and Indians Preview w/Jack McMullen
Jack McMullen (@Jack_McMullen11) from @JustBaseballFans and @indyindians returns to the show to talk about Spring Breakout, fun prospects, the Indianapolis Indians and these scrappy Pittsburgh Pirates. #Pirates #LetsGoBucs #Prospects #SpringBreakout
Episode 90: Tune-Up in Altoona with Jarrod Prugar
The most exciting rotation in MiLB might be our very own Altoona Curve and Jarrod Prugar (@JPrugar26) of the Altoona Mirror joins to show to talk about that electric arsenal of arms, the coaching shuffle from last season, a struggling offense and what to look forward to with the Curve in 2024.
Episode 89: The Island of Greensboro (with Murph)
Anthony "Murph" Murphy (@__Murphy88) returns to the show to talk all about the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Also, first week of Spring Training is in the books and already seeing some pieces fall into (or out of) place for the roster. New outro this week so stick around for it.
Episode 88: Back to Bradenton with Ben Pokorny
Ben Pokorny (@BenPokorny) returns to talk Bradenton ball as we begin the farm system preview. Also, Mitch Keller extension, first games of Spring Training and *that* article. All this and more on this week's episode! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 87: Spring Training with Alex Stumpf
Beat Writer for MLB.com, Alex Stumpf (@AlexJStumpf), joins the show from Bradenton to talk Spring Training battles, offseason acquisitions and who he is MOST excited to watch this spring! #412DoublePlay #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 86: 2024 Pirates Prospects 10-1 w/Craig
SUPERSIZED EPISODE this week as Craig Toth (@BucsBasement), host of Bucs in the Basement podcast joins to break down my picks for the #Pirates Top 10 Prospects! From player comps, floor/ceiling and when these picks could debut with the Bucs, we cover it all!
Episode 85: 2024 Pirates Prospects 20-11 w/Nola
Nola (@NolaJeffy) joins to talk through 20-11 prospects, give feedback on CSN DFA and provide some thoughts on the evolving situation in the NL Central.
Episode 84: 2024 Pirates Prospects 30-21 w/Murph
Anthony Murphy (__Murphy88) of Bucs On Deck returns to the show to talk through our picks for the Pirates prospects ranked 30-21, giving his thoughts on the players and expectations for them moving forward. Also, Chapman signing, Hall of Fame results and MLB Pipeline Top 100 Prospect list released! It’s a LOADED episode!
Episode 83: Burgeoning Bullpen
Wrapping up our positional breakdown with Bucs bullpen while also discussing the International Signings and potential impact of comments from a certain deep-pocketed team owner. That and more on this week’s episode from #412DoublePlay #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 82: Rotation Woes
Talking rotation concerns, PiratesFest thoughts, international signings and arbitration results on this week’s episode.
Episode 81: An Infield of Opportunities
Early episode drop from Pittsburgh ahead of PiratesFest. We breakdown the infield situation, talk about how the Pirates (mis)handled PR this week and toss out a potentially divisive solution to deterring service time manipulation. Enjoy! Let’s Go Bucs!
Episode 80: Outfield Assessment
As the calendar turns and Spring Training is now close in the distance, we dive into assessing how our outfield looks at this point in the offseason. Let’s Go Bucs! To read more about the outfield options, check out my latest piece for Inside the Bucs Basement: https://insidethebucsbasement.com/2024/01/01/outfield-breakdown-2024-edition/
Episode 79: A Very Pirates Festivus
Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams), writer for Bucs Dugout and co-host of Talk the Plank podcast, joins the show for a LIVE Festivus discussion about Cutch returning, Martín Pérez signing and a sharing of thoughts on the current direction of the team. We also take part in the airing of grievances for this final episode of the 2023 year. Enjoy, have a safe and happy holidays and, as always, let’s go Bucs!
Episode 78: RSN Resolution
With the Pirates officially joining Sportsnet Pittsburgh, one hurdle is cleared but a number of questions still remain as trades/signings haven’t matched expectations thus far this offseason. Hear all about it on this week’s episode!
Episode 77: Winter Meetings Recap
With Winter Meetings in the rear view mirror, we talk Marco Gonzales trade, market disparity, draft results and what Cherington should do next!
Episode 76: Rocking with Robby
Robby Incmikoski joins the show to talk about his experiences reporting sports across the country, work with the Pirates and thoughts on the rebuild #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 75: A Huddle with Hurdle
Former Pirates skipper Clint Hurdle (@ClintHurdle13) joins to talk about his life in and out of baseball while also reflecting on his years in Pittsburgh
Episode 74: Hanging with Mr. Crawford
Host of ‘Bois in the Burgh’ podcast and Account Executive with the Pittsburgh Pirates Mike Crawford (@mikecrawford_17) jumps on with us to talk podcasting, PiratesFest, Promotions Schedule and more! If you’re interested in getting information about ticket plan options for 2024, email Mike at Michael.Crawford@Pirates.com.
Episode 73: Weighing Our Options
Stephen Castrignano jumps back on to talk Ke winning Gold Glove, free agent targets, how to handle the players without minor league options and MORE! Enjoy! #Pirates #LetsGoBucs
Episode 72: Off to the Off-season (w/Ethan Smith)
Host of @LockedOnPirates Ethan Smith (@mvp_ethan) joins to talk about his journey with Locked On Network, free agent targets for the Bucs, expectations for 2024 and more! Enjoy!
Episode 71: Return of the MACK-ey
Jason Mackey (@JMackeyPG) of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette joins the show to talk Pirates off-season and expectations as the team looks to contend in 2024. Enjoy!
Episode 70: Minisode
Short solo episode talking about Gold Gloves, Jase Bowen’s tear in Arizona Fall League and Michael “Fort” McKenry’s comments during recent Pirates podcasts. Enjoy!
Episode 69: Arbitration, Arizona Fall League, Angry Arcia and More!
Ed and I talk through the pitfalls plaguing top seeded teams this post-season, star performance in the AFL, preview arbitration and discuss some thoughts on potential contract extensions. Enjoy! Let’s Go Bucs! https://builtbar.com?baapp=JENELLE10
Episode 68: Crossover with Bridge to Buctober
Josh and Jake from @Bridge2Buctober Podcast join for part of our crossover event, recapping the Pirates 2023 season, discussing highs and lows, player surprises and more! Make sure to check out Bridge to Buctober for the other part of our crossover! #LetsGoBucs https://builtbar.com?baapp=JENELLE10
Episode 67: End of the Road for 2023
Graves (@KG_55VFTG) joins to wrap up the 2023 season, discussing player growth, improvement and expectations as we look forward to more competitive games in 2024. https://builtbar.com?baapp=JENELLE10
Episode 66: Destin-ation Excellence
Pittsburgh Post Gazette writer, Andrew Destin (AndrewDestin1), joins the show to talk about the team’s development and growth as they head into the final week of the 2023 season - including the impact of rookies, clubhouse atmosphere, expectations for 2024 and discussion of a certain top hitting prospect. Enjoy!
Episode 65: Blame Management
Following some questionable decisions over the course of his tenure, we discuss the impact of Shelton’s management on the team and question his viability in bringing winning baseball back to Pittsburgh
Episode 64: Craiggle Rock
Craig Toth (@BucsBasement) joins the show to give his thoughts on the Cutch injury, minor league pitching depth, recent promotions within the system and much, much more!
Episode 63: All Hail The Queen
Following a solid road trip where the Bucs won 5 of 6, we examine the recent news regarding Fenway Sports Group acquiring AT&T Sportsnet Pittsburgh and how it could impact the Pirates. Additionally, we talk with the Queen herself (@PGHPirateQueen) about her impact on the Pirates and the Pittsburgh community at-large. Link for “Spooky Season Bucco” shirts: https://www.dc4lcustomtees.com/product-category/ssb/ and link to the Miracle League of Western PA: https://mlwpa.org/
Episode 62: Prospects with Potanko
Cody Potanko of Pittsburgh Baseball Now and 2 1/2 Gringos joins the show to talk about some prospects on the horizon while Ed and I discuss some possible players who likely won’t survive the off-season 40-man crunch. Enjoy! Save 10% off your next order at Built.com with code JENELLE10. And check out Halloween-inspired merch at Custom Tees! $5 from each order goes to the Miracle League of Western PA: https://www.dc4lcustomtees.com/?s=Spooky
Episode 61 - What is the Problem with our Prospects?
Ed is back to talk about what ails our rookie class as the struggles continue for the Pirates fresh off series losses to the Mets and Twins. Is this an organizational deficiency? A development issue? Or does the problem go deeper than that? We dive into that and more on this week’s episode! Also, check out Built.com for your Bar and Puffs needs! Use code JENELLE10 for 10% off your order!
Episode 60 - Return of the Yark
Yark returns to the show as a guest co-host to break down the updated MLB Pipeline rankings, the team’s recent successes and some potential off-season targets whom the Pirates could pursue. All that and more! Enjoy! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 59 - Trade Deadline Review with Jud
Jud Verno joins us to talk Pirates, prospects, deadline deals and players to watch. Plus, Johan Oviedo has quietly become the “ace” of the staff. Is this recent stretch of success for real? We breakdown all that and more! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 58 - Trade Deadline Discussion with Gary
Gary Morgan (@garymo2007) joins the show to talk trade deadline and breaking down some players who COULD be moved and impact that may have on the team. Plus, we cover Padres/Phillies series wins, some exciting players to watch in the minors and much more! Enjoy! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 57 - Draft Recap and Prospects Galore
With Quinn Priester and Endy Rodriguez set to debut, Ethan Hullihen joins the show to talk about their potential impact on the team, as well as break down the draft, how the bonus pool works and where the Bucs can still spend some of that pool. All that and more on this week’s episode! Enjoy! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 56 - 2023 MLB Draft Commences
Heading into the All Star Break with some concerning trends with the team but we focus on the draft, breaking down the first picks and what we are looking forward to seeing throughout the draft. #LetsGoBucs
Episode 55 - Draft Preview, First Half Reflection & All Star Mitch Keller
Ed and I talk through the past week as always but also discuss the Pirates All Star selection, reflect on the first half of the season compared to 2022 and assess options for MLB Draft ahead of the Pirates 1:1 selection next week. All that and more! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 54 - Prospects Debut As Losses Mount
Steve joins as co-host this week as we talk through debuts of Davis and Gonzales, the current state of the Bucs, some bright spots in the minors and what changes could/should be made in the near future. Enjoy! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 53 - The Tank Stops Here!
Following consecutive crushing sweeps to division rival Cubs and Brewers, Pirates fans have some excitement as 2021 #1 overall pick, Henry Davis, is set to debut in Pittsburgh this week! We dive in on where he fits in and who else could be on their way soon in this week’s episode.
Episode 52 - [Not-So] Easy A’s and All Mets Are Off
Finished strong on the home stand as Cutch reached 2,000 hit mark and the Pirates reclaimed first place in the division while trade rumors are starting to fly. We talk all that and more in this week’s episode! https://412-double-play.myspreadshop.com/
Episode 51 - Giant Series Win & Red Birds Sweep
The Pirates are winning games again and that makes talkings Bucs Ball a LOT more fun! Ed and I breakdown the series victories as well as discuss a key strength for this team’s success: the bullpen. All that and more in this week’s episode! #LetsGoBucs
Episode 49 - Tigers Split and Snake Bitten
Bucs split Tigers series before dropping 2/3 to Dbacks at home. We talk through the struggles this week as well as review some of our way-too-early potential 1:1 draft picks. Let’s Go Bucs!
Episode 48 - Can’t Win ‘Em All, Can’t Lose ‘Em All
Pirates woes continue but our team ace gives the team hope. We break down this past week’s games and highlight Mitch’s pitches in this week’s episode. Enjoy!
Episode 47 - East Side Slide
Ed returns to help breakdown this week-long slump, what is working and what needs to change for this team to get back on track
Episode 46 - Decking Dodgers and Swatting Nats
Coming off two more series victories, Pirates capping off their best start in over 30 years but is it legit? Steve jumps on this week to help break it down!
Episode 45 - Sweep, Sweep
Your first place Pittsburgh Pirates just swept the Rockies and Reds. Ed and I break down the series, what’s happening on the farm, the bullpen, new hall of fame class and more!
Episode 44: Battling the Injury Bug
Steve co-hosts the show this week as we discuss the mounting injuries facing the Bucs and how they can look to persevere moving forward coming off a 3-4 week against some challenging opponents. Let’s go Bucs!
Episode 43 - Holding Down the Fort
The Fort himself Michael McKenry joins the show to talk through the first full week of games, impact of Cruz injury, his Pitching In podcast and lots LOTS more! Long episode but man, it’s some fun stuff! Hope you enjoy!
Episode 42 - Opening Series Before Shipping Up To Boston
Baseball season has officially begun! Ed and I talk through what happened in the Reds series as well as roster moves, farm system action, the absence of updates on Regional Sports Network and Bryan Reynolds contract news and looking ahead to the Red Sox/White series. Enjoy and Let’s Go Bucs!
Episode 41 - You Don’t Know “Jack” About Indianapolis
Play by Play Broadcaster for the Indianapolis Indians, Jack McMullen, joins the show to talk about some exciting prospects in Indy, his World Baseball Classic experience and who could debut in Pittsburgh this year, while Ed and I make some potentially bold predictions for this season as Opening Day grows near.
Episode 40 - Trouble with the Curve
Cory Giger of the Altoona Mirror joins us to talk about development in Pirates AA affiliate, while we also break down the past week, talk through some positional battles and the impact of the World Baseball Classic on baseball at-large. Let’s go Bucs!
Episode 39 - Growth From Greensboro
Murph of Pirates Prospects and Two and a Half Gringos Podcast joins to talk about the Greensboro Grasshoppers as we also break down some roster moves, cuts from camp, stand-out players, thoughts on the WBC and more!
Episode 38 - Bradenton Breakdown with Ben Pokorny
Voice of the Bradenton Marauders Ben Pokorny jumps on the podcast to talk about some exciting stuff to watch for with the low-A affiliate of the Bucs. We also discuss the first week of Spring Training games, standout performances and the latest Top 30 list from MLB Pipeline
Special Spring Training Discussion with Justice
MLB.com writer Justice delos Santos takes time to talk with me about a number of players this spring, including Mitch Keller and his new pitch arsenal, Mike Burrows, Luis Ortiz, the impact of vets already for the young players and much, much more! Hope you enjoy!
Episode 37 - Spring Training Preview
Ed and I discuss game one of spring training, updates on the Bryan Reynolds front and recent news regarding the regional sports network situation. Hope yinz listen and enjoy!
Episode 36 - 10-1 Prospect Rankings (2023 Pre-Season)
Top ten and the names may be more familiar but will the order surprise you? Hopefully, we can add some fun info on these young talents, as well as discuss pitchers & catchers reporting, Bryan Reynolds news, Choi losing arbitration hearing and more! Enjoy! Let’s Go Bucs!
Episode 35 - 20-11 Prospect Rankings (2023 Pre-Season)
Ed and I dive into our 20-11 prospect rankings while also discussing some new FanGraphs list, Reynolds rumors, WBC rosters and more!
Episode 34 - 30-21 Prospect Rankings (2023 Pre-Season)
Ed Wassel joins as we start our semi-annual top 30 prospect lists by breaking down our 30-21 picks, as well as talking NRI list ahead of Spring Training with some surprises and some notable omissions.
Episode 33 - Tip of the Capps to the Off-Season
Special guest, former All-Star pitcher and current analyst with the Pirates Matt Capps joins us to discuss prospects, pitching, Hall of Fame and much more! Amazing episode and well worth a listen! Enjoy!
Episode 32 - Return of Cutch Throws A Wrench in the Bench
Stephen Castrignano joins as co-host to discuss the impact of Cutch returning, how the bench plays out as a result and reviewing some of the recent international signings.
Episode 31 - Mackey, McCutchen and More!
Pirates beat writer Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to talk about his recent conversations with Pirates Pitching Coach Oscar Marin, breaking the Cutch news, roster construction and more. We continue our current series with reviewing the rotation as well as potential to start the season with a 6-man rotation? Tune in to hear all about it!
Episode 30 - Infield Breakdown and Yark in the Park
Yark joins us to talk all things Pirates with infield breakdown, Reynolds situation, under the radar prospects, off-season acquisitions and much more! Hope you enjoy!
Episode 29 - Outfield Breakdown and “Gobbling Balls”
Ed and I discuss options for the Pirates outfield presently as part 1 of the 5 part series deconstructing the roster ahead of spring training.
Episode 28 - Cherington discussion with Joe Nguyen
Friend of the show Joe Nguyen joins to talk with us about Ben Cherington, Rule 5 draft, Pirates winning the lottery, some recent roster moves and what comes next for the Bucs. Enjoy!
Episode 27 - Winter Meetings
Ed joins to preview winter meetings and Rule 5 Draft, discussing potential signings as well as the recent Reynolds news
Episode 26 - Off-Season is Heating Up (or at least smoldering)
Steve joins the podcast to discuss AFL championship, some recent roster moves and throwing around potential options whom the Bucs could target via either free agency or trade
Episode 25 - Ke’ was ROBBED!
2022 season comes to a close but a lot is happening over the next few weeks: free agency, meetings, awards, roster crunch, Rule 5 draft and more! Listen in as Ed and I discuss!
Episode 24 - Impending Roster Moves
It’s the off-season (for 27 teams, at least) and we dive in on possible roster moves to accommodate current 60-day IL players. Also reviewing stand-out Pirate performers in the AFL/LIDOM and weighing Ke’Bryan’s chances of bringing home the Gold Glove.
Episode 23 - It’s Finally Over
Recapping the surprises and disappointments of the 2022 season along with updates from Arizona Fall League and new FanGraphs rankings. Joined by Steve Castrignano for the final recap before the off-season. Let’s go Bucs!
Episode 22 - Positional Depth
Heading down the stretch as we recap the last week and discuss positional depth strengths and weaknesses in the farm system
Episode 21 - Bucco Bullpen Blowups
Breaking down the past week and discussing what a potential 2023 Pirates bullpen could look like. Also, checking out roster roundup, Indy’s series with St. Paul, Stargell Stars and looking ahead to the Reds and Cardinals. Stephen joining for the episode. Let’s Go Bucs!
Episode 20 - Predicting Promotions
Making guesses for upcoming promotions and potential off-season moves, as well as roster round-up, weekly recap, down on the farm, Stargell Stars and looking ahead to the Yankees and Cubs. Let’s go Bucs!
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