A Pittsburgh Pirates podcast. No matter how long the bridge to Buctober is, we are Buccos fans. We will talk about the stories of what is, what was, and what's to come; from a fan perspective. Whether you're driving to work, riddin' up the hahse, or eatin' a sammich, come join us and our love for baseball and the Pirates. Support this podcast at - https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donations Connect on twitter - @bridge2buctober Connect on facebook - facebook.com/bridge2buctober All links: https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober
They're all back. No changes? How? What? Oh wait... you let Oscar Marin go? There's a lot of questions. I'm going to try and navigate this. I'm sure I'm wrong. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The season is over. Pirates finish 71-91. We have a lot to say. It's time to go over preseason predictions and recap the season. Giving out 2025 Awards. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's the last weekend of the season. Bittersweet for the Bucs. However, for the baseball fan in me.. it should be a crazy weekend! Let's talk about it! Let's go Bucs!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The 2025 Cy Young Award is LOCKED IN for Paul Skenes. Bucs outlast the Reds in extras. And let's talk about Oneil Cruz so you can comment on this show and tell me how crazy I am. Let's go Bucshttps://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
ABS Challenge System is coming in 2026! Let's talk ALL about it. Hunter Barco debuts! Bucs win! Forcing the Reds to earn it. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Episode 400!! Konnor Griffin MiLB Player of the Year! Hunter Barco is getting the call to the show! Anyone else? What to expect in the Reds series! Let's go!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Bucs lead the MLB in shutouts. The pitchers and the hitters. 2 more pitching shutouts this weekend. The MLB postseason is shaping up, but not without a dramatic finish to the regular season. Also, how hot is Cherington's seat and is Don Kelly the right guy, as well? Let's talk about ithttps://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 Talk Like a Pirate Day. Bucs square off against the A's. Clayton Kershaw is retiring. Altoona is in a postseason win or go home game. And it's 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
Johan Oviedo started off really bad... then by the end of the 5th inning, I kind of thought it was a good enough start. After the game, he revealed something that I thought was important. 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
The last home Skenesday was unspecial. Fatigue getting the best of the eventual Cy Young Award winner. And Rafael Flores has been called up. Let's talk about the player and rant a little.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 on Roberto Clemente Day. I'm going to vent about the effort I saw. Then we're going to talk about Clemente's legacy. All things around Roberto today. Hope you enjoy 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
Bubba has a stellar start this weekend, but the Bucs lose the series on the road. Let's talk about the right side of the infield, losing streaks, and more. 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
Ethan Hullihen joins the show to talk rosters and about his new MLB Spreadsheets site. Check out his site for the most up to date information for Pirates payroll and roster data. Link below!https://www.patreon.com/EthanHullihenhttps://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
No... no one broke a record, I'm saying this offense is like a broken record. It just keeps repeating itself over and over again. Let's talk Skenes and Boston?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 in extras, but the pitching was still a good story! 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
80 Losses, so far. Going in the wrong direction. How strong can the Pirates finish this season? First up, Baltimore. 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
Bubba Chandler's first start, a Brewers sweep, and more! The season is winding downhttps://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 sweep the Dodgers! They continue to play good baseball. Let's talk Paul Skenes and preview the weekend n'at. 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 shut out the Dodgers to take the series. Going for the sweep tonight! Let's talk pitching again! Because why not? They're good! Excuse my voice. We'll get it 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
The 2026 MLB Schedule has been released. We take some time to break down some of the interesting things about the Bucs path in this one. We will also talk about bullpens options internally to carry over from 25 to 26. Pre-recorded show this week for the live folks. Sorry. 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 with another great start. Just one out from his first quality start. Talk about his numbers and look forward to the weekend. 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
Bubba Chandler was once again fantastic in this one. The Pirates win 2-1, to take a 2-1 series lead. And clinch the season series against St Louis. 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
Mitch Keller bounce back game. The 3 runs makes it look more meh than it was. He was good. And let's talk about some offensive positivity! Bucs win 8-3 to even up the series. 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
Oviedo shows more good signs, Andrew Heaney shows why he should have never received a $50,000 bonus this season. Bucs lose in the bottom of the 9th. Let's talk pitching. 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
From the Bubba Chandler debut night to Paul Skenes on Sunday, pitching was on display this weekend in Pittsburgh. Yes, I know it was the Rockies, but 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
Bubba Chandler making his debut this weekend against the Rockies. Jake joins the show today and we get his thoughts on the whole thing. And we talk about Johan Oviedo's game the other 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
Bubba Chandler is being called up and probably making his debut Friday night! We are going to talk ALL about this move and the corresponding move. Also, I'm reacting to the Andrew Heaney bonus conversation, too. We can talk about the series win tomorrow. We gotta get this stuff in 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
Blue Jays were the sloppy team in this one. Bucs win 5-2. Let's talk about the game a little. Spencer Horwitz post All-Star break. Short one 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 drop the series in Wrigley, but I think it's fair to say better games happened this weekend. We're going to look ahead and what it could look like this offseason and next season if the Pirates decide to "blow it up" and aggressively go for 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
Bucs go to Chicago for a series against the Cubs. Can Reynolds build off of a 2-HR game? Will Endy Rodriguez ever actually make it? Series preview and follow up from yesterday's show. 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
An end to a terrible series in Milwaukee. Bucs get swept in a scene of both really good baseball and bad baseball. This is what happens. Let's talk about changes that are needed. Again. 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
Some days you're the bug. Some days you're the windshield. Paul Skenes doesn't get into the 5th inning in what may have been his worst start of his career. 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
Andrew Heaney with another stinker. Can we be done with this, please? I think it's time to see some young guys on the mound to start the 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
Series Split this weekend. The Pirates are the least powerful team in MLB. What can they do to fix this? Internal? External? Trade? Free Agency? 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
Giants even the series in an 8-1 game. Cam Sanders debuts and Mike Burrows struggles. Still fighting a cold, let's make it a quick 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
Pirates walk off the Giants by a pinky finger! Oviedo's return not as dramatic as one would hope, but there's room for improvement. Suwinski homered. 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
Bucs drop series against Rockies in a wild weekend. Tense times in the Burgh. What can the Pirates do to move forward despite a complete failure of a trade deadline? 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
Trade Deadline is over. It's dead, you can say. What a miserable time this was for the Pirates. Nothing was good. Nothing. I don't know how to save our team. Ben Cherington has successfully sabotaged 2026. 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
Pirates win the series in Game 2 and will go for the sweep! Liover Peguero homers and Braxton Ashcraft throws 3 perfect innings. 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
Bucs take game one in SF. Andrew McCutchen his the game deciding HR and it was a milestone, as well. Keller has a bad start and Bednar a nervous 9th. 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
Dave Parker is officially in the Hall of Fame! And the Bucs win the series to win the homestand. It was a fantastic weekend of pitching. We're also going to take a look some numbers and talk about days off and more conversations about trades.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 vs D-Backs this weekend! Can the Pirates come up with a sweep. Let's preview the weekend and talk about some performances and kudos to come minor league action 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 sweep the Tigers. Because why not? This is how this season has gone. Let's talk about the strong points and a bit more about the deadline. Happy Shark 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
That's a series win against the Tigers. Let's talk OFFENSE taking off and Mitch Keller stuff. Trade or no trade? 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 claims victory over the league's best team. Shawk Week themed shows this week. Let's talk Skenes and history. McCutchen and milestones. And then more about the front office and decisions that Bob needs to make and make soon.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 lost. They got swept by the Chicago White Sox. Is this rock bottom? The all-time franchise record is now below .500. Fans are tired. We're going to ask a lot of questions in this episode. And we'll talk about trades, too. If we can.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
White Sox coming to town to kick off the second half of the season. Falter, Burrows, Heaney going for the Bucs. Let's preview the series and talk about the franchise overall record real quick. A lot on the line this weekend.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
Adam Frazier has been traded to the Royals for Cam Devanney. Who? Let's talk about who Cam is and what Frazier was. Does this make sense? Is it a big deal? 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
An All Star Game for the ages. Let's talk about the show put on by baseball last night! The best all star game I've seen in a while! Paul Skenes! The Hank Aaron Tribute, and more!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 put on a show in the derby last night! Paul Skenes' turn tonight! 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 won the last game into the All-Star Break. Our friend Scott Moore (Bucco Bantr) is joining to talk about the first round draft pick Seth Hernandez and everything else going on. 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