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Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) for the latest Talk the Plank 3k pod via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan does a full recap of Tuesday night's loss, specifically discussing a somewhat odd Andrew Heaney outing, before delving into Wednesday's win. Warning: There is discussion of Oneil Cruz in CF. Let's Go Bucs!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) briefly recaps Tuesday's 9-0 loss to Chicago before discussing the pitching matchup for Wednesday on the latest TTP Short via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) makes his return to join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) for the extended Sunday Spectacular show on Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Connor and Jonathan recap the weekend games in LA, talking Holderman and Falter, but also McCutchen's 4-hit outing on Sunday. Plus you'll hear some insight into what we expect moving forward. Is Bubba Chandler coming anytime soon? Let's go BUCS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Skenes Day lives up to the hype as the Buccos' ace outduels Dodger pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Oneil Cruz scores twice for the Pirates who move to 3-1 on the West Coast road trip. After recapping Friday's game, Jonathan also touches on Keller vs. Sasaki on Saturday. Let's go BUCS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) brings you the latest Talk the Plank 3k pod on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan discusses recent Pirates transactions which brought Matt Gorski and Mike Burrows to the bigs before recapping Thursday's series finale against the Angels. The podcast concludes with a preview of Skenes Day, coming on Friday as the Buccos travel across LA to take on very hot Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Dodgers. Let's go BUCS!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) makes a triumphant return after a short hiatus to bring you a new episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). The Bucco bats put together 11 hits though it only took the one Cruz Missile to support yet another Heaney gem on Wednesday night. Jonathan brings you a complete game recap and catches up on the last week of action! Let's go Bucs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) are back together for the latest Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). You'll hear about Heaney's gem, Cruz heating up, and a discussion of the state of the Bucs after they win the series versus Washington. Let's go Bucs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) recaps the first three games of the Pirates-Nationals series on this episode of Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). After walking through each of the performances, Jonathan discusses whether he thinks the Buccos' bats are waking up a bit and then previews the series finale on Thursday afternoon at the Pirates aim for their 2nd series win of the season. Let's go Bucs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) brings you the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan recaps all six of the Pirates hits across both games against Cincinnati this weekend! That's right - we had time to talk about every single Pirates baserunner for the whole weekend! After that, you'll get prepped for Monday's Skenes Day as the Buccos hope to get out of this early-season funk and put up some wins. Let's go Bucs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) brings you the latest edition of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan briefly recaps the final two games of the Cardinals series, including Skenes' tough day, before moving on the first game against Cincinnati. Jonathan talks about all of the injuries piling up and how it's killing an already struggling Pirates lineup. Trying to stay optimistic, but it's getting hard...but Let's Go Bucs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) provides a brief game recap of the Pirates' 8-4 win over the Cards on the latest Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). The Buccos continue to string together hits, but are able to turn them into more runs for a change! Let's Go Bucs!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) bring you the extended Sunday Spectacular show on Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN)! Jonathan and Connor recap the Pirates' week against the Rays and Yankees, focusing primarily on the weekend games, including the extra inning win on Sunday. Then you'll hear a preview of the upcoming divisional series with the Cardinals and Reds. Let's go Bucs!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) with a TTP Short game recap on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan recaps the Buccos 10-4 loss versus the Yankees, bemoaning the inability of the starting pitching to survive against a formidable lineup and expressing distress over the key bullpen arms' performance as well. The podcast concludes with some bright spots from Saturday's game and previewing tomorrow's game and the weekly Sunday podcast to be recorded tomorrow night. Let's go Bucs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) brings you the latest Talk the Plank 3k podcast on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan recaps the Buccos' home opener, which didn't go so well for Mitch Keller. Despite homers by Brian Reynolds and Ke'Bryan Hayes, the Pirates were basically never in striking distance, and fall to 2-6 on the year. The podcast concludes with a preview of tomorrow's game at PNC with Bailey Falter taking the hill for Pittsburgh. Let's go Bucs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) is flying solo for your postgame recap edition of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan gushes over Skenes' performance and talks Pirates' bats as they put up four runs worth of support for their ace. After recapping Wednesday's tilt, Jonathan talks about some overall Bucco strategy and where things need to improve moving forward if they fancy themselves a contender. Let's go BUCS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) provides a brief recap of the weekend games on a Talk the Plank 3k Short via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Be sure to check out Talk the Plank 3k on Tuesday morning for a full scale recap of the opening series and a look at Week 2 of the MLB Season. Let's go BUCS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@WIns_Williams) bring you the latest Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor discuss the Buccos first win of the season, share their thoughts on how Ke'Bryan Hayes looks early on, as well as assessing Endy's performance on first base. Let's go BUCS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) recap Opening Day on Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Following the Pirates disappointing loss in Miami, Jonathan and Connor bemoan how the Bucco Bullpen looked and talks about issues that are already cropping up on just the first day of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the final offseason episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor share their opinions on the final decisions to form the opening day roster and preview our first Skenes Day of 2025. Plus you'll get some bonus content about Maryland Terps basketball as they prepare for the Sweet 16. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) bring you the latest Spring Training episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Connor and Jonathan talk about the possible Opening Day Roster, including bullpen options and whether Adam Frazier really needs to be included. After a nice long @Pirates discussion, we offer up our (not so) expert opinions on the upcoming NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament! Let's go Bucs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) bring you the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor discuss the Johan Oviedo injury news and the acquisition of Justin Lawrence off waivers from Colorado before recapping the early Spring Training results. #LetsGoBucs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) are back with the first Spring Training episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Come hear about the Andrew Heaney and Spencer Horwitz, as well as the things we're looking forward to in Spring Training games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) brings special guest Jim Callis (@JimCallisMLB) of from MLB.com's MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) onto Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Connor and Jim talk about Pirate prospects, MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects List, the upcoming Spring Breakout games, and all of the other information available on the MLB Pipeline website. The Pirates' Top 30 Prospects list will be available on the first week of March! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for another offseason episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). As we come nearer to Spring Training, Jonathan and Connor talk about the recent outfield signings throughout MLB including the Buccos' new right fielder. The podcast concludes with a more comprehensive discussion of the Pirates' offseason and, I'll be honest, some anger and whining. Time to gear up for the 2025 season though...so #LetsGoBucs!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest offseason episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Connor and Jonathan assess the recent Pirates moves and talk about the now famous survey sent out by the Pirates. We conclude by discussing an All-Shakespeare team that the Pirates should sign...what fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest offseason episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Connor and Jonathan discuss the voting results for the Hall of Fame Class of 2025 and take a peek at newly-eligible players for 2026. After that, you'll hear some baseball news, including free agency talk and discussion of the latest massive deals the Pirates have made this week. Random bits of baseball news and some moaning about Bob Nutting and Ben Cherington are sprinkled throughout as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k! In this episode, Jonathan and Connor will talk about the MASSIVE (sarcasm) moves the Pirates have made over the past few weeks, including the rumored poaching of a Dominican shortstop prospect from the Dodgers. Then you'll hear some discussion about arbitration and evaluation of potential outfielders to whom the Pirates have been linked. Let's go BUCS! (No really...please do something soon, Mr. Cherington.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan and Connor begin the pod discussing the return of Andrew McCutchen to the Buccos and its impact on 2025. After that, you'll get a look at the frenzied first base market over the past week with some insight about why the Pirates weren't in on those moves. As a bonus, you'll get regaled with tales of Paw Paw, West Virginia and other random facts! Happy Holidays from everyone at Talk the Plank 3k!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor review the minor moves made by the Pirates over the past week before delving into the significant trades involving other members of the NL Central. The podcast concludes with a brief discussion about Christmas list items Pirates fans should be hoping to receive from Cherington Claus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) is joined by Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor open by congratulating Dave Parker on his recent induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame before discussing the recent trade of Luis Ortiz for Spencer Horowitz. After that, you'll hear about other happenings in free agency and how they have impacted the Pirates options moving forward. Let's go #BUCS!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) presents this brief update episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan quickly reviews the recent flurry of activity in free agency, including several players who were mentioned as possible Pirate targets. Come listen about all of the good ballplayers that the Pirates didn't sign! Good news...the Pirates did sign some minor leaguers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Connor and Jonathan celebrate the non-tendering of Bryan de la Cruz before taking a look at players who were non-tendered by their respective clubs who may fit with the Pirates in 2024. You'll even get some bonus content about former Pirates who are Canadian...who could resist tuning in for that?!?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) for an offseason episode of Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Jonathan reviews the winners of the BBWAA awards, goes through the Pirates 32 tendered contracts and 3 key non-tenders, and discusses the general progression of the MLB offseason. Just a brief episode to hold you off until we get back into regularity here on Talk the Plank 3k! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) with the valiant return of Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3K on Fans First Sport Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Connor discuss the latest efforts to push Bob Nutting to spend more or sell, explore the nominees for BBWAA's MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year Awards, and discuss realistic free agent options for the Buccos this offseason. It's a long one, but it's a good one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join FFSN's Corey Eckenroth and Jonathan Rice for the newest edition of TTP as they discuss the World Series finish and the #PittsburghPirates Catchers position outlook. Let's Go Bucs!!! @FansFirstSN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Corey Eckenroth (@C0r3y3ck3nr0th) for the latest episode of Talk the Plank 3k on Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). In this episode, Jonathan and Corey talk about Games 1 and 2 of the ongoing World Series and then delve into the options the @Pirates have at third base for 2025. After that, there's more Bucco talk and some other random thoughts about MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Byran Anthony Davis joins Jonathan Rice and Corey Eckenroth as they talk about tonight's World Series between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers. Join us on Fans First Sports Network and Talk The Plank 3K! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Corey Eckenroth and Jonathan Rice for the latest edition of TTP3K on Fans First Sports Network. Get the latest MLB Playoff updates, and we discuss IKF's role in 2025. It's Talk the Plank and Let's Go Bucs!!! @FansFirstSN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join FFSN's Shannon White and Jonathan Rice team up for the latest edition of TTP as your #PittsburghPirates need to figure out their Closer position. It's Talk the Plank and Let's Go Bucs!!! @FansFirstSN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join FFSN's Corey Eckenroth and Jonathan Rice for the latest edition of TTP as your #PittsburghPirates plan for 2025. It's Talk the Plank and Let's Go Bucs!!! @FansFirstSN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join the Talk the Plank Crew for the wrap-up edition of TTP and the Pirates 2024 Season. It's Talk the Plank and Let's Go Bucs!!! @FansFirstSN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices