Bridge to Buctober

Bucs day off today! A very short preview for the week. Bucs in Detroit, Indianapolis Indians are in Columbus. I'll be going to those games. Should be a fun week!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates drop the series in Chicago 3 games to 1. We'll talk about the series. We will spend some time having some fun with rules, too. Coming off of a series loss, we're going to have fun with some rules talk tonight. For fear of sounding like a broken record. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Skenesday! It's Friday the 13th! And Hawaiian shirt day! Bucs lose a pitcher's duel to start the 4-game series. Let's talk about it and the weekend ahead!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Andrew McCutchen passes Roberto Clemente for 3rd place all-time home runs in Pittsburgh Pirates franchise history. Exciting day for Cutch and for Pittsburgh. And along the way, they get the series dub, too. Let's talk about this and the shape of the bullpen.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mitch Keller pitches another quality start and the Bucs get another loss. Let's talk more about the issue at hand with this offense. We're taking a look at Run Expectancy today, too! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates win by 7, putting up 10 runs against the fish! Every batter recorded a hit in this one! All around great game. Let's talk about it.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Long rain delay and the game wasn't worth the wait! Keller lets it get away and Framber was as advertised. Bucs drop the series to the Astros. Let's talk about it and the weekend series upcoming.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs win game 2 of the series to push a rubber match tonight! Bednar gets the save. Let's look at some stats. Is Bednar officially back?https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paul Skenes was dominant again in his start. And the offense let them down. The team deserves to win these games and they're falling short. Let's talk about it. And I will also clarify the Moreta rehab assignment questions. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy Skenesday! Bucs host the Astros for a 3 game series this week. Let's talk about the pitching matchups. Tanner Rainey has been DFA'd for who? And a little tid-bit about the ball this season? More drag? What? https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs had a wild weekend in San Diego. They're looking better, right? We're talking Friday night craziness and the rest of the weekend. Andrew McCutchen, Bailey Falter, and more! OGMINLO joins me in place of Jake for this one.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm checking in on the farm today. And talking about a short list of hitters this time. Konnor Griffin and more. And I'll touch on a bit of a preview for the weekend series in San Diego. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paul Skenes shuts down the Snakes and the Bucs offense puts up TEN runs? Bucs are getting hot and it's fun to watch. Day off today! Have a great day!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pirates score 9 unanswered runs after being down 6-0 to beat the Snakes! Reynolds with a breakout game! Henry Davis shows up in this one! There's more to talk about, and JAKE joins me for this one!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Braxton Ashcraft makes his MLB debut in a 5-0 loss. He was great, the offense was shutout for the 9th time this season. Andrew Heaney surrendered 5 runs before handing the ball to Ashcraft to keep it there, but there was no comeback. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cruz has a mutli-homer game Friday and a go-ahead triple Saturday. He also has a nice moment with a fan Saturday. He appears to be healthy again. How are we feeling about Spencer Horwitz early in this? We will cover Burrows, Bubba, Konnor, and more, as well. Josh spent a couple days at the park, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs scored 5 runs. Let's vent about this. Reynolds, Horwitz, and Burrows updates. Have a great Friday!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs win 2 of 3 against the Reds this week. Good start to the homestand. They'll welcome the Brewers to town for a 4 game set. Mike Burrows will make his season debut tonight. But we HAVE to talk about this streak everyone is talking about. I may be taking some issue with it.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bailey Falter shoves. Along with Santana and Bednar, shut out the Reds, 1-0. They'll play the rubber match for the series today at 12:35. Will they ever score more than 4 runs?https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mitch Keller great again. Bats can't come through. Bucs look as lifeless as they have since Derek Shelton was the manager. Has the novelty worn off? Also, Jared Jones thoughts.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs lose a series in Philly just how we knew they would. Without runs. Skenes fantastic again. Horwitz is here. Where is Bubba. Let's talk about it all. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Day off Thursday. Let's talk about Paul Skenes and the WBC, some minor league chatter, and Manfred, Pete Rose and all that stuff. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs win! Avoid the sweep. Shutout the Mets. Let's talk about it. And some injury and roster updates today, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mitch Keller was fantastic but the offense cannot take advantage of opportunities. 0-13 with RISP. Who's in this lineup? How can it get better? I make a case that the Bucs were missing 5 starters last night. Hear me out. And let's talk Bubba!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs miss another chance to win a Skenes Day. Bryan Reynolds continues to struggle. IKF has a day to remember. Bucs lose in walk-off fashion in a hard fought game.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We're back! Shelton is fired. Donnie Kelly is the new manager! The Pirates won a series against the Braves! We get a chance to share our thoughts on the Shelton decision and everything else!! Late night Buc'n!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake has the show today! Bucs drop a skunk last night. 9-0 loss to the red hot Cubs. Pirates pitching does not record a strike out. Jake has it all for you today!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs go 3-3 in Los Angeles. Won the series they should have. Lost the series they should have. There's a lot of good to talk about. A lot of bad to talk about. Uncle Jake runs the show tonight while Josh is still sick. Jim Rosati joins Jake to talk about it all. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is this possibly the last road trip for the Bucco skipper? Will less than 2 wins be the end? Do you think this should be it?https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates get swept by the Guardians. Every weekend is bad anymore. It's therapy time. It's venting time. Let's try and parse something positive to talk about?https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oneil Cruz plays a big part in the series win. Andrew Heaney tosses a gem in the finale. Bugs take 3 of 4 from the Gnats. Wait... that's not right. Bucs take 3 of 4 from the Nats. (that's better) The Cleveland Guardians are coming to town. Take a stroll on the Dominican beach with me and talk Pirates. It's been an interesting week of beach pods... I'm ready to be home and plugged back in.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oneil Cruz lifts a grand slam in the game yesterday! Henry Davis knocks his first homer. Cutch almost gets hit. Benches clear. I'm walking the beach again... this time with audio! Fun times. Let's get a series win today. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Andrew McCutchen lifts the team's spirits and then does not start the next day. Shelton's excuse tonight was that they need more consistent at bats.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Reallly late Tuesday show today. Working with a new idea here. Recording from Dominican Republic.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs get swept in Cincinnati. The offense is the worst in baseball. I think it's time for some therapy for us all. Frustration just continues to grow. There are no silver linings tonight. Just storm clouds. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jake's here! It's episode number 300! Kyle Nicolas being recalled. Harrington going down. We'll talk about some of the crap the Pirates are dealing with, too. Just because we ranted.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chest Hair Gut's Out Bucs Win! Joey Bart walks it off in the 13th! Mitch Keller fantastic! Let's talk about the offense a little today! Day off for the Buccos today! Thanks for listening!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paul Skenes is human. The Pirates are going to need a big start from Mitch Keller today! Day baseball! Let's chat.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The number of the day is FOUR. Bucs pick up win number four and Carmen Mlodzinski and Thomas Harrington step up big. It's Skenes Day today! Bucs riding good vibes into this one. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pirates won a game. But we have to talk about the home opener and what went down that day. This is a conversation we will have today, and we will move on and talk about baseball. While this is difficult to get through, it is important.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today is the 2025 Pirates Home Opener. This one feels different. Let's talk about why.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Skenes stops the losing streak. Oneil Cruz makes a big impact. The Pirates win a baseball game! Let's talk about it and enjoy the day off.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Thomas Harrington makes his major league debut and it went about as bad as you could draw it up. The good thing is (sarcasm), Shane Baz was awesome, too. 7-0 loss. Let's talk Harrington and the decision to send David Bednar to AAA.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hey! It's April 1st, but this is no April Fools joke. We're here with our first daily show! Pirates lose again. Let's talk Mlodzinski, who's pitching tomorrow, and why even mess with this whole thing in the first place?https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs lose the first series to the hometown Marlins 3 games to 1. All 3 games ended in walk-off fashion. Just 4 games in and we're already seeing all of our fears come to life. It's time for an overreaction show, right? Let's see if we can talk ourselves back to safety from the edge of the plank. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

MLB OPENING DAY! Vibes will be high! One of the best days of the year! We will talk all about the game but also about Opening Day, in general! The roster coming into today's game, the Skenes start, and everything else! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Harrington starting the Spring finale. Does he make the team? DJ Stewart? Will it be Suwinski or Bae? Could it be BOTH? Kyle Nicolas and Hunter Stratton. Endy Rodriguez wins the backup catcher job. There is a lot to unpack! Also taking a look at RUNNERS IN SCORING POSITION numbers for this Spring. Is this getting better or...? https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's our predictions and hot takes episode. Every year, the one thing we keep getting asked is what we think the Pirates record will be. You'll hear it here! Along with some hot and cold takes and where we think the Pirates will finish. We also talk about the Jared Jones news.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy St Patrick's Day! We're going to predict the Opening Day roster! We're getting down to just a few question marks left. We give our thoughts on the roster and the Opening Day lineup, as well. Paul Skenes will get the start against Sandy Alcantara in Miami. We touch on a couple other Spring Training topics, as well. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is it time to panic? Are they being cautious or covering up for something bigger? Ke'Bryan Hayes has missed time due to injury and Bailey Falter, now, scratched from his start Thursday. Worried? Let's talk about it.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy