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Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about all the blowouts in baseball this year, the most wins in June market and the latest stories around the game. In this June 2nd episode of The Inside Pitch, Scott Seidenberg and Josh Towers analyze MLB's increasing blowouts. This season has already seen 46 games decided by 10+ runs, a record high since 2004. Towers attributes this to rushed player promotions, shortened drafts, minor league cuts, and analytics failing to teach players in-game adjustments. They cite examples such as Padres overcoming a 6-0 deficit against the Marlins and Diamondbacks' collapse due to emotional hangovers, underscoring how coaching and mental preparedness affect outcomes. The duo discusses bullpen usage's critical role in betting, highlighting the Red Sox's rested bullpen as an advantage. Towers explains that rested pens allow better in-game flexibility and reduce reliance on struggling relievers. Player development also takes center stage with the debate over Roman Anthony's MLB readiness. While his AAA stats are strong, Towers emphasizes non-statistical growth areas like situational hitting and emotional maturity. Craig Breslow's careful approach reflects a balance between development and team competitiveness. Looking at June betting markets, the Yankees, Dodgers, and Tigers share favorite status at +650. Towers favors the Tigers due to their home-heavy, softer schedule. He also projects the Nationals as a 2026 division contender, crediting their steady development. They examine profitability trends, identifying the Tigers as the most profitable moneyline and run line team, while the Rockies remain the best team to fade. The Cubs, Cardinals, Guardians, and Mets round out the most profitable sides, while Orioles, Braves, A's, and White Sox follow the Rockies in fade profitability. The conversation shifts to run support, highlighting pitchers like Andrew Heaney, who receives only 2.17 runs per start, despite a 3.39 ERA. Others like Kyle Freeland and Mitch Keller face similar challenges. Meanwhile, Max Fried benefits from 7.17 runs per start, aiding his success. Towers explains how run support impacts pitcher performance and confidence, influencing managerial decisions and pitcher development. Later, they address Corbin Burns' elbow injury, which appears severe as he was seen mouthing “elbow is done” after leaving a game. Towers elaborates on the biomechanics behind such injuries, emphasizing the importance of shoulder alignment and core stability to prevent stress on the elbow. Towers credits his own injury-free career to disciplined maintenance of these mechanics. They close discussing the Mariners retiring Ichiro's and Randy Johnson's number 51, an unprecedented honor. Towers reflects on his pitching strategy against Ichiro, where focusing on a single pitch location neutralized Ichiro's strengths. The podcast wraps with Seidenberg offering promotional codes for listeners and previewing upcoming MLB series while noting NBA and NHL finals on the horizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cincinnati Reds' recent series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates in May 2025 at PNC Park highlighted both their persistent offensive struggles and the resilience of their pitching staff, casting a shadow over their postseason aspirations. Entering the three-game set with a four-game winning streak and a .500 record, the Reds hoped to capitalize on the Pirates' last-place standing in the NL Central. However, despite stellar pitching, the Reds dropped two of three games, falling to 25-26 and exposing critical weaknesses that could define their season. In the series opener on May 19, the Reds secured a convincing 7-1 victory, driven by a late offensive surge with five runs in the final two innings. Austin Hays' three-hit performance and Nick Lodolo's six strong innings set an optimistic tone. However, the momentum fizzled in the next two games. On May 20, Pittsburgh's Bailey Falter outdueled Nick Martinez, who allowed just one run over six innings, but the Reds' offense was silenced in a 1-0 shutout. Bryan Reynolds' RBI single in the sixth proved decisive, as Cincinnati managed only four hits. The series finale on May 21 saw another pitching gem wasted, with Brady Singer allowing two runs over five innings, but the Reds' bats mustered just one run in a 3-1 loss to Andrew Heaney and the Pirates' bullpen. The Reds' offense was abysmal, scoring one run across the final 18 innings, with nine hits and a 1-for-10 mark with runners in scoring position. Manager Terry Francona, in his first year with Cincinnati, called it “just baseball,” but fans on X expressed frustration, labeling the team “mentally weak” for collapsing against a weaker opponent. Despite limiting Pittsburgh to five runs over the series, the Reds' inability to produce timely hits underscored a season-long issue, with injuries to Jake Fraley and others not helping. On a positive note, the Reds' starting pitchers posted a 1.70 ERA over their last seven games, and Hunter Greene's imminent return from a groin injury offers hope. However, with a crucial stretch of division games ahead, including six against the first-place Chicago Cubs, the Reds must address their offensive woes to stay in the wild-card race. This series loss, while not catastrophic, serves as a stark reminder of the fine margins in a competitive season.

Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Colin Beazley recap the Pirates' series victory over the Reds at PNC Park. Before their recap begins, the duo discusses the injury news pertaining to right-hander Jared Jones, who will miss the next 10-12 months after getting surgery to repair a UCL injury in his right elbow. The discussion then pivots to the Pirates pitching staff, which, with names like Mitch Keller, Paul Skenes, Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney, has been nothing short of dominant under new manager Don Kelly. But for as good as the pitching has been, the bats have struggled, tying an MLB record for 26 straight games with four or less runs scored. The video is concluded with a quick look at the team's upcoming series against the Brewers, which includes a first big-league start from right-hander Mike Burrows on Thursday evening.

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Cody and Ryan breakdown the action from the Pirates 3-1 victory over the Reds. Andrew Heaney pitched 5 solid innings, and Henry Davis looked to be getting things together offensively and defensively. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: / northshorenine ►TikTok: / northshorenine ►Instagram: / northshorenine ►Facebook: / northshorenine ►Discord: / discord

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's upcoming series with the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park. Can Mitch Keller, Andrew Heaney and Bailey Falter keep the struggling offense in the game against this relatively average NL Central rival? Will Oneil Cruz, Andrew McCutchen and the offense get an opportunity to turn things around against this pitching staff, including starters like Nick Lodolo, Nick Martinez and Brady Singer? And why is Austin Hayes the bat Pirates pitching will most need to look out for? Noah tackles those questions and more.

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pirates at Phillies 6:45PM ET—Andrew Heaney gets the start for Pittsburgh. Heaney started eight games, carrying an ERA of 3.15 with WHIP of 1.12. The left hander strikes out 19.3% with 8.6% walks. Ground balls come in at 45.4% with 0.99 home runs per nine innings.

Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Braves at Pirates 4PM ET—AJ Smith Shawver will start for Atlanta. Smith Shawver started five games with an ERA of 3.00 with WHIP of 1.37. The right hander fans 23.7% with 11.4% walks. Ground balls dealt at 32.9% with 1.00 home runs per nine innings. Andrew Heaney is the starter for Pittsburgh. Heaney has seven starts with an ERA of 3.18 with WHIP of 1.11. The left hander strikes out 21% with 8% walks. Ground balls sit at 44.1% with 0.91 home runs per nine innings.

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Padres and now sit at 12–23, prompting serious concerns about the direction of the team. In this episode of the North Shore Nine Postgame Show, Jim and Ryan react to another miserable loss that featured sloppy defense, baserunning blunders, and a lifeless offense that couldn't get anything going—even against a Triple-A pitcher making his first MLB start. They discuss Andrew Heaney's rough outing, what worked out of the bullpen, and why the same mistakes keep happening with no accountability from the coaching staff. The guys dive into Derek Shelton's and Ben Cherington's role in this mess, and whether it's time for real change. They also touch on fan apathy, lack of urgency, and the broken culture that's growing more obvious by the day. If you're still watching this team, you're not alone. Subscribe and stay with us through the frustration—we'll keep talking Pirates all season long. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

San Diego Padres vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Padres at Pirates 1:35PM ET—Nick Pivetta is the starter for San Diego. Pivetta made six starts dealing with an ERA of 1.78 with WHIP of 0.82. The veteran deals with 29.3% Ks with 6% walks. Ground balls dished at 31.8% with 0.51 home runs per nine innings. Andrew Heaney gets the start for Pittsburgh. Heaney in six starts has an ERA of 2.50 with WHIP of 0.89. The left hander strikes out 22.3% with 6.5% walks. Ground balls are 42.1% with 0.75 home runs per nine innings.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's three-game series against the San Diego Padres this weekend at PNC Park. Can starters Mitch Keller, Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney persevere in traditionally tough matchups against this dangerous lineup? Or will names like Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado and Luis Arraez get the best of them? Can Andrew McCutchen and Oneil Cruz stay hot against Dylan Cease and San Diego's rotation? And how does Noah feel the series will play out in the win-loss column? He tackles those questions and more.

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

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's three-game series against the Chicago Cubs that begins Tuesday night at PNC Park. Can Paul Skenes, Andrew Heaney and Carmen Mlodzinski slow down the red-hot Cubs lineup led by Kyle Tucker? Can Andrew McCutchen and Oneil Cruz stay hot to lead a Pirates lineup that's shown progress over the past week? And what other surprises might the Cubs have in store? Noah tackles those questions and more.

Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Cubs at Pirates 6:40PM ET—Shota Imanaga gets the start for Chicago. Imanaga in six starts this season deals with an ERA of 3.18 with WHIP of 1.09. The left hander fans 19.6% with 8.7% walks. Grounders served at 31.6% with 1.85 home runs per nine innings. Andrew Heaney is the starter for Pittsburgh. Heaney has five starts with an ERA of 1.72 and WHIP of 0.77. The left hander strikes out 26.3% with 5.1% walks. Ground balls sit at 41.6% with limited home run damage.

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Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Colin Beazley recap the Pirates' series victory in Anaheim, Calif., over the Angels. The recap begins with a look at Andrew Heaney's early dominance, then transitions into highlighting the consistent production the Pirates are now receiving from the top third of their lineup from names like Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds and Andrew McCutchen. The duo then discusses the roster moves made by the team Thursday afternoon, which included Jack Suwinski being optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis and Mike Burrows and Matt Gorski being called up to the big-league club. The video is concluded with a series preview for the Pirates' upcoming three-game set against the Dodgers this weekend. How will Paul Skenes fare in his homecoming game against Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and the defending World Series champions? Can he outpitch Yoshinobu Yamamoto?

Andrew Heaney is dominating in the year 2025 (2:30). ... Reese Olson had his best start of the season (8:00). ... Pete Crow-Armstrong is off to a torrid start (10:25). ... Oneil Cruz is racking up homers and steals (15:25). ... News (19:00): Corey Seager is on the IL so we need replacements. ... What's the latest with the Guardians, Cubs, Dbacks, Tigers and Giants bullpens (24:22)? ... We get back into the news, picking things up with Grayson Rodriguez (30:50). ... Should you beat the waiver wire for these potential two-start pitchers (39:38)? ... Luke Keaschall is running crazy (49:15). ... Let's Fill in the Blank for Logan Webb, Sandy Alcantara and others (54:21). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:03:20). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Andrew Heaney is off to a great start and Reese Olson just had his best outing of the season. Which one do you add? Who are the top Corey Seager replacements? What's going on with the Guardians, Dbacks, Cubs, Tigers and Giants bullpens? Fantasy Baseball Today Express is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today Express on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pirates at Angels 9:30PM ET—Andrew Heaney will start for Pittsburgh. Heaney in four starts in 2025 delivers an ERA of 2.13 with WHIP of 0.91. The left hander fans 22.4% with 6.1% walks. Ground balls dealt at 43.9% with limited home run damage. Jack Kochanowicz starts for LA. Kochanowicz has four starts with an ERA of 6.20 and WHIP of 1.48. The right hander fans 11.2% with 7.9% walks. Ground balls dished at 46.5% with 1.77 home runs per nine innings.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's three-game series on the road against the Los Angeles Angels this week. With the team in a slide, will Derek Shelton seek to find more consistency with the lineups he puts out, eschewing the strategy of off days we've seen for players like Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen already this season? What can we expect from the Pirates' probable starters in this series — Bailey Falter, Andrew Heaney and Carmen Mlodzinski? Is this Mlodzinski's last chance to prove he can be a viable option as a starting pitcher? With the Angels likely to start former Pirate Tyler Anderson and former Pirates farmhand Jose Soriano this series, what does it say about the current state of the organization in Pittsburgh? Noah gives his scouting report of the Angels, who so far this season have showed power at the plate thanks to names like Mike Trout, Logan O'Hoppe, Kyren Paris and Taylor Ward but have struggled out of the bullpen. Noah answers those questions and more.

¡Bienvenidos a Baseball News! Hoy traemos un noticiero lleno de emoción, batazos y actuaciones memorables:✅ Ben Rice conectó 4 hits y Oswaldo Cabrera pegó jonrón en triunfo de los Yankees sobre los Rays.✅ Cristopher Sánchez ponchó a 12 y los Phillies vencen a los Giants.✅ Ryan O'Hearn la sacó del parque y Tomoyuki Sugano brilló desde la lomita en la victoria de Orioles.✅ Oneil Cruz con cuadrangular y Andrew Heaney con joya monticular lideran triunfo de los Pirates.✅ Randy Arozarena fue el héroe en remontada de los Mariners ante los Reds.✅ Dbacks barren a los Marlins con poder de Pavin Smith y Josh Naylor.✅ Mark Vientos la bota y Griffin Canning domina para que los Mets venzan a los Cardinals.

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

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Colin Beazley break down the Pirates' series win over the Washington Nationals, in which they won three of four games, which concluded Thursday afternoon with a 1-0 win. Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney all gave the Pirates quality starts in the series, but how long can a strong starting rotation be expected to carry the team's lackluster offense? Is Oneil Cruz the answer to the club's leadoff spot woes, as the center field hit two home runs, including a grand slam, in this series? And what other changes could manager Derek Shelton make to the lineup to try to generate more runs? Our duo discusses those topics and more.

Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Nationals at Pirates 12:35PM ET—Trevor Williams will start for Washington. Williams in three starts on the campaign carries an ERA of 7.36 with WHIP of 1.77. The right hander strikes out 16.2% with 4.4% walks. Ground balls dealt at 37.3% with 1.23 home runs per nine innings. Andrew Heaney will start for Pittsburgh. Heaney has three starts with an ERA of 3.00 and WHIP of 0.89. The left hander fans 25.7% with 5.7% walks. Grounders are 40% with limited home run damage.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the team's four-game series against the Washington Nationals this week. Are Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller in must-win situations following the weekend sweep vs. the Cincinnati Reds? Can Skenes bounce back from his rough start last week vs. the St. Louis Cardinals? And what should we make of fellow rotation members Andrew Heaney and Bailey Falter? Noah tackles those questions; offers injury updates on Joey Bart, Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz; ponders call-ups for prospects including Matt Gorski and Nick Yorke amid a promotion for Henry Davis; and offers stories to watch from the other dugout with the Nationals.

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pirates at Reds 6:40PM ET—Andrew Heaney will start for Pittsburgh. Heaney appeared in 32 games last season with an ERA of 4.28 with WHIP of 1.25. The left hander struck out 22.9% with 5.9% walks. Ground balls sat at 33.5% with 1.29 home runs per nine innings. He has two starts on the campaign allowing two earned runs with twelve strikeouts in 12 innings. Andrew Abbott gets the start for Cincinnati. Abbott had 25 starts in 2024 dealing with an ERA of 3.72 with WHIP of 1.30. The lefty fanned 19.5% with 8.9% walks. Ground balls came in at 33.7% with 1.63 home runs per nine innings. He gets a late start due to shoulder issues.

The Pirates walk it off in thrilling fashion as Tommy Pham delivers the game-winner in a 5-4 victory over the Yankees at PNC Park. Andrew Heaney strikes out 10 in a strong start, and the bullpen holds on just long enough to set up the dramatic finish. We break down all the key moments, standout performances, and what this win says about the direction of the team. A wild one in Pittsburgh—you won't want to miss this recap. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

NY Yankees vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Yankees at Pirates 1:30PM ET—Will Warren to start for NY. Warren appeared in six games in 2024 with an ERA of 10.32 and WHIP of 1.90. The righthander struck out 26.4% with 9.1% walks. Ground balls sat at 36.2% with 1.99 home runs per nine innings. He faced the Diamondbacks at home in his opener, allowing two earned runs with four walks in five innings. Andrew Heaney to start for Pittsburgh. Heaney appeared in 32 games a season ago with an ERA of 4.28 and WHIP of 1.25. The lefthander struck out 22.9% with 5.9% walks. Grounders were 33.5% with 1.29 home runs per nine innings. He pitched at Miami in his season opener allowing one earned run with two strikeouts in five innings.

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Miami Marlins MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pirates at Marlins 1PM ET—Andrew Heaney gets the start for Pittsburgh. Heaney appeared in 31 games with the Rangers in 2024 with an ERA of 4.28 with WHIP of 1.25. The lefthander struck out 22.9% with 5.9% walks. Ground balls sat at 33.5% with 1.29 home runs per nine innings. Max Meyer is the starter for Miami. Meyer in eleven starts last season delivered an ERA of 5.68 with WHIP of 1.42. The righthander fanned 18.5% with 7.7% walks. Ground balls dealt at 50% with 2.21 home runs per nine innings.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles and sports columnist Jason Mackey stream LIVE from Miami ahead of the club's MLB Opening Day matchup with the Marlins at loanDepot Park. How will Paul Skenes look after a dominant spring training? What about the rest of the rotation -- which includes Mitch Keller, Bailey Falter, Carmen Mlodzinski and Andrew Heaney -- in the absence of the injury Jared Jones? Are Oneil Cruz, Andrew McCutchen, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Bryan Reynolds and the offense prepared to take a step forward? And what will young players including Endy Rodriguez, Jack Suwinski and others prove in 2025? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

On their weekly podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey react to repeated criticism of the Steelers by former RB Najee Harris. Should we be surprised at his bitterness toward Mike Tomlin, Arthur Smith and the team he leaves behind? Or is he right about the culture and facilities being an impediment toward team success? On the QB front, should GM Omar Khan really want Aaron Rodgers as his protracted decision making process shows a lack of enthusiasm for joining the team via NFL free agency? And how fractured must the relationship with Russell Wilson be that the team still won't turn to him? As March Madness begins without Pitt, Penn State and West Virginia, which program is in the best position to return next year? The worst? And what should the Penguins' goals be for the remainder of the season as their Stanley Cup playoff hopes look bleak? Our duo tackles those question, then talks Pirates. Did GM Ben Cherington bet too hard on the team's rotation amid the potentially serious injury to Jared Jones? Will the rotation led by Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller manage without him? Who are the best options to fill out the rest of the group? Veterans like Bailey Falter and Andrew Heaney? Or youngsters like Thomas Harrington, Bubba Chandler and Carmen Mlodzinski? And why is Jason bullish on the Tommy Pham signing and how he could influence young players like Henry Davis, Jared Triolo and Jack Suwinski?

Post-Gazette insider Noah Hiles reports on MLB breaking news that SP Jared Jones has been sidelined for the rest of Pirates spring training with elbow discomfort. Manager Derek Shelton made the announcement early Wednesday. What details do we know about the injury so far? What could it mean for the makeup of the rotating with Opening Day just eight days away? If Jones is forced to miss significant time, who could take his spot in the rotation alongside names like Paul Skenes, Andrew Heaney and Mitch Keller? Could it be prospect Thomas Harrington? Or converted reliever Carmen Mlodzinski? Noah tackles those questions and more.

We'll discuss Oneil Cruz's big day at the plate with a home run, two walks, and a stolen base, and dive into the impact of Johan Oviedo's injury on the rotation. Plus, we'll cover Andrew Heaney's debut, the new bullpen arm Justin Lawrence claimed off waivers, and spring performances from other players like DJ Stewart and Billy Cook. Don't miss out on all the latest Pirates Spring Training updates and analysis! We'll also take your live questions and comments. Subscribe & hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin discuss their key takeaways from the team's 12-4 loss to the Red Sox on Tuesday afternoon at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla. Newly signed left-hander Andrew Heaney made his Pirates spring training debut, and it didn't go well. What caused Heaney to give up four earned runs and three walks in 1.2 innings? Should we be concerned about that? Plus former Pirate Quinn Priester started for the Red Sox and earned the win, showcasing velocity we never saw during his time in Pittsburgh. Where was that version of Priester during his time at PNC Park? Billy Cook made an excellent play in center field Tuesday. Could his defensive versatility give him a better chance of cracking the opening day roster? Our duo answers those questions and more.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze discontent in the Steelers fan base over coach Mike Tomlin, owner Art Rooney II and the franchise's recent drought of NFL playoff wins. Do any moves GM Omar Khan could make this offseason matter as long as Tomlin is the coach and Rooney is the owner? Or will the franchise be doomed until big changes are made? And if there's hope, what moves could Khan make in NFL free agency, the NFL draft or the trade market to improve the mood of the fan base? Is it a splash at quarterback with options including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Matthew Stafford and Aaron Rodgers? A move for a big-time receiver opposite George Pickens? A new anchor for the defensive line? Or a proven cornerback opposite Joey Porter Jr.? Our duo ponders those questions, then pivots to Penguins. What's the most disappointing piece of their performance coming out of the break for the 4 Nations Face-off? Is it the goaltending with Joel Blomqvist and Alex Nedeljkovic? Struggling defensemen like Erik Karlsson? Or simply the effort level surrounding stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Then in the third segment, airing on the new PG Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason toss around some Pirates topics. Would it make sense to sign free agent first baseman Anthony Rizzo, given the team's need at that position following the Spencer Horwitz injury? Or is Rizzo and other free agent options like Jose Abreu or Yuli Gurriel too far past their prime? What does Jason think of the Andrew Heaney signing? And what does it mean for the depth of the rotation? Could the Pirates get creative to try to limit innings for Paul Skenes, Jared Jones and Mitch Keller?

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Andrew Destin doesn't think signing Andrew Heaney means the Pirates will trade a starting pitcher. Andrew thinks it's between Henry Davis and Jason Delay for the backup catcher job. New Pitt AD Allen Greene is in a difficult spot with Pat Narduzzi and Jeff Capel signed through 2030.

Andrew doesn't think signing Andrew Heaney means the Pirates will trade a starting pitcher. It addresses a need for another left-handed starter. Andrew thinks it's between Henry Davis and Jason Delay for the backup catcher job.

The Pirates signed Andrew Heaney to a one-year deal to be in the starting rotation. Does this mean the Pirates could trade a young starter to enhance the offense? Austin would not promote top prospect Bubba Chandler until late May or early June.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Chris Carter doesn't see Pitt moving off Pat Narduzzi or Jeff Capel for at least two more seasons because of financial implications and this will require much more fundraising. The Pirates signed Andrew Heaney to a one-year deal to be in the starting rotation. Does this mean the Pirates could trade a young starter to enhance the offense??

Clay Link and Todd Zola are back discussing all the news out of spring training as well as their starting pitcher ranks for the 2025 season. Sign up for Fantrax FREE today and you'll be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply visit this link to sign up today. EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Deposit $25, get $25 Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today! 0:00 Intro/Spring has sprung Latest news from around MLB: 1:25 Wyatt Langford diagnosed with a mild oblique strain, will be withheld from baseball activities for 5-to-7 days. Noelvi Marte taking reps with prospects in camp. Frankie Montas out 6-to-8 weeks. Masataka Yoshida (shoulder) expects to be ready for Opening Day. Victor Vodnik in the mix for saves in Colorado, along with Seth Halvorsen and Tyler Kinley. Andrew Heaney to the Pirates on a one-year deal. 19:42 Starting pitcher ranks Clay's Top 25 1. Paul Skenes 2. Tarik Skubal 3. Zack Wheeler 4. Garrett Crochet 5. Chris Sale 6. 25:32 Logan Gilbert - Seattle more extreme than Coors? 7. Corbin Burnes 8. George Kirby 9. Cole Ragans 10. Dylan Cease 11. Framber Valdez 12. Jacob deGrom 13. 42:21 Blake Snell 14. Gerrit Cole 15. Michael King 16. Yoshinobu Yamamoto 17. Bryce Miller 18. Pablo Lopez 19. Aaron Nola 20. Luis Castillo 21. Freddy Peralta 22. 53:39 Hunter Greene 23. Shota Imanaga 24. Logan Webb 25. Max Fried Just missed: Roki Sasaki, Tanner Bibee, Hunter Brown, Zac Gallen, Tyler Glasnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We had a few moves this week. Justin Turner signed with the Cubs. Will that affect Matt Shaw? Ty France signed with the Twins. Will he be a starter? The Pirates signed Andrew Heaney, which might delay Bubba Chandler. Fantasy Baseball Today Express is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today Express on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Judge no jugará con los Yankees hasta marzo, lo que genera dudas sobre su preparación para la temporada. Mientras tanto, Juan Soto sorprendió a Brett Baty regalándole una camioneta a cambio del número 22 en los Mets. En el ámbito televisivo, ESPN y MLB han decidido terminar anticipadamente su contrato de transmisión al finalizar esta temporada. También, el sistema ABS debutó en un juego de Cubs vs. Dodgers, con Cody Poteet siendo el primer lanzador en solicitarlo y ganar una decisión. Además, Cubs vencieron 12x4 a Dodgers en un partido donde el lanzador Bobby Miller salió golpeado en la cabeza por una línea. En cuanto a movimientos de jugadores, Andrew Heaney firma con los Piratas, Nick Anderson con los Cardenales, Ryan Yarbrough con los Blue Jays y Rowdy Tellez con los Mariners. Finalmente, en el inicio del clasificatorio del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol en Taiwán, Nicaragua dejó en el terreno a Sudáfrica en 10 entradas.Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/con-las-bases-llenas-podcast-de-beisbol--2742086/support.

With the Pirates first Spring Training Game on the horizon, Craig and Scott (@PirateTakes) pay tribute to Mike Lange before getting into the addition of Andrew Heaney, some observations they had on the first few days of full squad workouts, how this team is being built, and why you don't pay attention to the stats in Bradenton.  Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply sits down at the 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball with his buddy Scott Jackson (@PirateTakes). Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed LHP Andrew Heaney to a 1-year $5.25 million deal with incentives. What exactly does this mean to the solid pitching depth? Is a trade potentially next? Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

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

Hour 1 with Dorin Dickerson: Dorin didn't know what to expect with the 4 Nations Face-Off, but it completely blew away his expectations. He wants them to do it every 2 years and try to make it better with Russia in the tournament. Can they replicate this success in future years? The Pirates have signed left-handed starter Andrew Heaney to a one-year contract worth over $5 million.

The Pirates signed Andrew Heaney to join their rotation as a veteran lefty. It's actually a move they should be applauded for a little bit, but let's not give them an A on the project. Poni pointed out some other lefties that have come to town the last few seasons and how this guy could be an actual asset. You can never have enough pitching, but it's hard to play every game to win 3-2 or 2-1. It feels like the Pirates are in a division that is winnable, so can they take it?

The Pirates signed Andrew Heaney to join their rotation as a veteran lefty. It's actually a move they should be applauded for a little bit, but let's not give them an A on the project. Poni pointed out some other lefties that have come to town the last few seasons and how this guy could be an actual asset. You can never have enough pitching, but it's hard to play every game to win 3-2 or 2-1. It feels like the Pirates are in a division that is winnable, so can they take it? Is anyone optimistic about the Buccos? Mock of the Day.