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The Don Kelly era is officially underway — and it starts with a series win over the Atlanta Braves. In this episode of Bucco Brew Powered by De Fer Coffee & Tea, we break down the Pirates' weekend, the early vibes around Donnie Baseball, and whether this team is actually headed in a new direction… or just riding a short-term boost. We also react to Ben Cherington's public comments, Bob Nutting's Q&A, and what it all says about the future of this front office. Plus: pitching matchups for the upcoming Mets series, who's stepping up on offense, and what the Pirates need to do this week to keep fans bought in. Subscribe for more Pirates content from the North Shore Nine crew.

Bob Nutting told Jason Mackey he believes he is well positioned to help change the economics of baseball moving forward and a new owner wouldn't have as much say. Nutting thinks he has a good relationship with the commissioners office and has a louder voice for the city. Nutting did not commit to that being a salary cap or floor.

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Poni tweeted over the weekend that Aaron Rodgers has joined The Club at Nevillewood. Rich Walsh confirmed with the President at Nevillewood that Rodgers did NOT join. Bob Nutting told Jason Mackey he believes he is well positioned to help change the economics of baseball moving forward and a new owner wouldn't have as much say.

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to an interview that Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette did the other day with Pirates' owner Bob Nutting.

Who is to blame for the Pirates disaster this season and the last 5+ years? It's year 6. Buster Olney on ESPN said Bob Nutting has to stop hoarding revenue sharing money and spend money on the team. This doesn't feel like a spark that will change things and Joe thinks it's more like a Bucco Brick hitting you. How do you feel?

On his weekly mailbag podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: Will owner Bob Nutting consider selling the team after its slow start to 2025 and amid relentless scrutiny from fans? Are Billy Cook and Nick Yorke MLB caliber players? Or just more bad trade returns for GM Ben Cherington? Will 2024 first-round MLB draft pick Konnor Griffin be promoted more quickly through the minor league system as a result of his early success? Should Cherington trade from his pitching surplus with names like Mitch Keller, Bubba Chandler and Hunter Barco to acquire more capable bats for his lineup? Will Matt Gorski, Henry Davis and Liover Peguero ever get regular MLB playing time?

Riley Holsinger chimes in from Altoona, Joe's former student and Austin's former classmate. Riley thinks Bob Nutting needs to push for a salary cap.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: This is a move that had to be made. The Pirates are off to one of their worst starts ever. Joe wanted Ben Cherington to go as well and fans agreed. Riley Holsinger chimes in from Altoona, Joe's former student and Austin's former classmate. Riley thinks Bob Nutting needs to push for a salary cap.

If you're Bob Nutting, why would you keep Ben Cherington around for another draft in June?

If you're Bob Nutting, why would you keep Ben Cherington around for another draft in June? We looked at some of the draft failures from the Buccos GM before taking more calls. More calls on the firing of Derek Shelton. Power Rankings.

The Pirates with another loss last night and they now sit at 12-24 on the season. If there is a house cleaning of sorts soon, will the next set of guys fix anything? Some don't think they stand a chance… but is that just an excuse? Do all of the Pirates problems fall at the feet of Bob Nutting? HOCKEY TALK! The Penguins have the 11th overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft. When was the last time an All Star was selected 11th overall?

The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost 8 of their last 10 and just got swept by the Padres at home. With the team sitting at 12–23, the question has to be asked: is it time for Ben Cherington or Derek Shelton to go? In this episode of Bucco Brew, we dive deep into the front office fallout — breaking down Cherington's latest comments, Derek Shelton's growing criticism, and whether Bob Nutting is ready to make a move. We compare this rebuild to others around the league and ask what success would even look like now. Plus, Anthony Murphy from Bucs On Deck joins the show for a report from Bradenton and the Florida Complex League's Opening Weekend. We wrap with a quick Cardinals series preview and ask the real question: can the Pirates stop the free fall? RSVP to the NS9 Tailgate on May 24th at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ns9-tailgate-tickets-1320142454619?aff=oddtdtcreator 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

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news. How much pressure is on Steelers coach Mike Tomlin following the firing of the Penguins' Mike Sullivan? Will he face expectations to win in 2025, after GM Omar Khan decided to keep names like George Pickens and T.J. Watt rather than trade them for future draft capital? And amid the likely signing of veteran Aaron Rodgers? Or will get get a chance to coach the team in 2026, when it holds 10 draft picks and may be able to seek its QB of the future, with names like Arch Manning, Drew Allar, LaNorris Sellers and Nico Iamaleava likely coming out of the college ranks? Later, the guys tackle the Penguins' new direction without Sullivan. What changed for GM Kyle Dubas between last year and this year, given the reality that expectations for 2024-25 were low? Could a new coach jolt the team like Dan Bylsma did in 2009 or Sullivan did in 2016 to spark Stanley Cup runs from Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? How much runway does Kyle Dubas have to turn the Penguins into contenders? And is the perception of Sidney Crosby's involvement in front office moves fit reality? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, our duo analyzes the continued lack of results in the win-loss column despite some improvement offensively. Is this just a bad team, even if it continues to show some improvement? What does that mean for GM Ben Cherington and manager Derek Shelton in owner Bob Nutting's eyes? Is Enmanuel Valdez a useful player? Or only looking good by comparison? And how will things shake out in the rotation with Bubba Chandler becoming hard to deny in the minors, Jared Jones on the mend and Carmen Mlodzinski still struggling after the first time through opposing batting orders? If you haven't already, subscribe to the sports department's YouTube channels so you don't miss videos with our reports, columnists and their special guests.

Welcome to Episode 80 of Tablesetters! Today we're joined by Jack Wilson — former All-Star shortstop, 12-year MLB veteran, and one of the most respected infielders of the 2000s. He anchored the Pirates through a key stretch in the franchise's history and now brings that same passion to coaching the next generation as the manager of the Greeneville Flyboys in the Appalachian League. But Jack's baseball story doesn't stop there — it continues through his son, Jacob Wilson, who's off to a phenomenal start in his rookie season with the A's. We talk about what it's like watching his son succeed on the biggest stage, how their games compare, and the moment Jack knew Jacob was built for the big leagues. Jack also shares his approach to coaching today's players, what he looks for in great infielders, and how player development has changed since his days in the Pirates and Cardinals systems. And we look back at his time in Pittsburgh — the teammates, the fans, and what it would take for the organization to truly move forward under Bob Nutting's leadership. This episode is a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about baseball's past, present, and future and the powerful role family plays in all of it. Follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for bonus clips, updates, and more. Subscribe and join us each week — Tablesetters is where stories shape the season.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to give his thoughts on the Steelers, the NFL draft, the end of the Penguins' season and the Pirates' West Coast road trip. On the football side, is Derrick Harmon the most uncomplicated pick for GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin? What about Kenneth Grant and Walter Nolen along the defensive line? And where do QBs Sheduer Sanders and Jaxson Dart fit into that conversation? Later, the duo reacts to Penguins GM Kyle Dubas appearing to signal in post-season comments Tuesday that he's looking more toward 2026-27 than next season in terms of competing meaningfully in the Eastern Conference. Is he being too passive with Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang on the roster? How aggressively should he shop in NHL free agency this summer? Or move bad contracts owed to Tristan Jarry, Erik Karlsson and Ryan Graves? And where does coach Mike Sullivan figure into all of it? Then finally, in a segment airing on the Post-Gazette's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys react to Andrew McCutchen's angst about his playing time. Does he deserve better from manager Derek Shelton and GM Ben Cherington? How much longer does McCutchen plan to play? And is Shelton's lineup turnover an overall problem as well? Our duo tackles those questions, then discusses the team's mediocre record when Paul Skenes is on the mound and pressure on owner Bob Nutting after loud “sell the team” chants continued during the last homestand.

PG columnist Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason and the guys recapped the Pirates win against the Angels last night. Jason got into his column about Bob Nutting fixing his baseball team instead of the PR problems. Jason does think there could be a mark close to us in which we see Derek Shelton let go, but the wins from the last two nights certainly helped his matters. Jason talked about the lineup stuff and why Andrew McCutchen is voicing some of his annoyance on social media. Jason said the lineup is so matchup based and the Pirates hunt that stuff at all costs, instead of keeping things consistent.

Draft Day. We started with George Pickens and the latest around the Steelers receiver who is up to his old tricks on social media as we approach a draft where he is surrounded by trade rumors. Are the Steelers better off moving on from Pickens? If it's a way for the Steelers to recoup an extra pick tomorrow night, the guys think the team should do it. Poni is baffled by the amount of George Pickens supporters out there. PG columnist Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason and the guys recapped the Pirates win against the Angels last night. Jason got into his column about Bob Nutting fixing his baseball team instead of the PR problems. Jason does think there could be a mark close to us in which we see Derek Shelton let go, but the wins from the last two nights certainly helped his matters. Jason talked about the lineup stuff and why Andrew McCutchen is voicing some of his annoyance on social media. Jason said the lineup is so matchup based and the Pirates hunt that stuff at all costs, instead of keeping things consistent.

Saying Pirates fans are fed up is an understatement. And on this episode of Mike Drop, Mike Asti talks with Gabe Mazefsky, a fan gaining some local for fame for being part of an initiative to try to force Bob Nutting to sell the team, about what led to the billboards, why Paul Skenes is the tipping point, the vibe of the fanbase and what's planned if things don't change soon.

The Pirates were just swept again… and now even Andrew McCutchen is acknowledging the fans' frustration. In this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down Kevin Gorman's column and Cutch's honest comments on the “Sell the Team” chants — and what it says about the state of the franchise. We then dive into the growing tension between Pirates fans and Bob Nutting, and ask the hard questions:

Are you surprised that Derek Shelton is still here? Bob Nutting said he's done everything he can to make this team competitive. If the Pirates go 1-5 in LA, will a move be made?

Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan is ready to hop off the 84-win prediction he set at the beginning of the season due to the 8-15 start. Dan pointed out that the Pirates have lost 11 Paul Skenes starts over the course of his short career. Poni asked Dan if the players were taking a shot at Derek Shelton with some of their comments this weekend. At what point does Bob Nutting take out his anger on the GM or manager? Dan thinks if we hit the 60-game mark and the team is still pacing at the same spot, there could be changes made. The guys talked about some of the lineup moves that are head-scratchers and why every guy seems to get to play.

The Pirates were swept by the Guardians this weekend – one that drew big crowds, especially Saturday when fans were lined up for hundreds of yards before the game for the Paul Skenes bobblehead. The front office said it reminded them of a playoff game crowd. The problem is that this team is nowhere close to playoff caliber. Why does this season feel so frustrating compared to the other bad ones we have seen in the last quarter century? Some of the comments made by the Pirates front office this weekend felt very off-base. Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan is ready to hop off the 84-win prediction he set at the beginning of the season due to the 8-15 start. Dan pointed out that the Pirates have lost 11 Paul Skenes starts over the course of his short career. Poni asked Dan if the players were taking a shot at Derek Shelton with some of their comments this weekend. At what point does Bob Nutting take out his anger on the GM or manager? Dan thinks if we hit the 60-game mark and the team is still pacing at the same spot, there could be changes made. The guys talked about some of the lineup moves that are head-scratchers and why every guy seems to get to play.

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Jason thinks Bob Nutting is the biggest heel for some fans. George Pickens, Tristan Jarry, Ryan Graves, and Erik Karlsson are heels for some people. Some of the babyfaces include Paul Skenes, Andrew McCutchen, Sidney Crosby, Cam Heyward, and T.J. Watt.

Hour 3 with Jason Mackey: Jason thinks Bob Nutting is the biggest heel for some fans. George Pickens, Tristan Jarry, Ryan Graves, and Erik Karlsson are heels for some people. Some of the babyfaces include Paul Skenes, Andrew McCutchen, Sidney Crosby, Cam Heyward, and T.J. Watt. The Bechtold Breakdown - Jaxson Dart will now NOT attend the draft. Penn State football's outlook if they grab a top receiver in the portal.

Pirates insider Dan Zangrilli comes on The Fan Hotline to address some of his latest comments about Bob Nutting's feelings about the current state of the team, and he also talks about how long he thinks GM Ben Cherington and manager Derek Shelton could have before they get let go.

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder how careful Pirates' manager Derek Shelton may be during this homestand with owner Bob Nutting reportedly not happy with the state of the club.

Nicholas "Harry" Callas reacts to the Pirates' win over the Washington Nationals on Monday, and he also addresses some reports that the team's owner Bob Nutting is "ticked off" right now.

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: How do you evaluate Derek Shelton? What mark would be enough for Bob Nutting to fire Shelton during the season? Ken Rosenthal has Shelton on the managerial hot seat. Dan Zangrilli's Saturday post game show was very entertaining with a caller calling Dan Paul Alexander and one fan wants players who can play professional baseball.

How do you evaluate Derek Shelton? What mark would be enough for Bob Nutting to fire Shelton during the season? Shelton is not getting the most out of his players, but Pomp thinks he doesn't have a lot to work with. Ken Rosenthal has Derek Shelton on the managerial hot list.

Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan doesn't think we see a super quick firing of Derek Shelton if things don't improve by the end of the month. Dan described Bob Nutting as ‘ticked off' because of both on-field and off-field nonsense surrounding the team. Dan doesn't think anyone has a clue of what's going on or what will happen outside of Nutting, besides maybe, a very small circle. Dan couldn't say for a fact if Shelton is hands-off when it comes to working with hitters, since he does carry a hitting background. Dan commented on a few things we heard from Ben Cherington yesterday before the game. The guys questioned the internal projections of the team in 2025 and if the team expected to be this bad.

Are we closing in on the final days of Derek Shelton as Pirates manager? The Pirates were swept this weekend in Cincy and look like a totally hapless team. Shelton holds among the worst winning percentages of any manager in league history that has seen 700+ games. It also oddly seems like plenty of people feel bad for Shelton. The guys referenced the number of players that have gotten worse under Shelton's watch. Do callers feel bad for Derek Shelton? Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan doesn't think we see a super quick firing of Derek Shelton if things don't improve by the end of the month. Dan described Bob Nutting as ‘ticked off' because of both on-field and off-field nonsense surrounding the team. Dan doesn't think anyone has a clue of what's going on or what will happen outside of Nutting, besides maybe, a very small circle. Dan couldn't say for a fact if Shelton is hands-off when it comes to working with hitters, since he does carry a hitting background. Dan commented on a few things we heard from Ben Cherington yesterday before the game. The guys questioned the internal projections of the team in 2025 and if the team expected to be this bad.

Tim Benz in for Mark Madden. Tim discusses a new take on the TJ Watt trade deal controversy and Bob Nutting's claim that he has done all he can do for the Pirates, followed by chatting with Colby Armstrong about Penguins hockey.

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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to the week in Pittsburgh sports news. Is Aaron Rodgers delaying his deal with the Steelers out of fear of losing his job like Kirk Cousins did to Michael Penix Jr. with the Atlanta Falcons last season? As Fox Sports insider Jason McIntyre has speculated? What should we make of Justin Fields' comments to reporters, in which he said he didn't feel "comfortable" with Mike Tomlin and the Steelers following his midseason benching in favor of Russell Wilson? How seriously should the GM Omar Khan be taking Shedeur Sanders as a draft option? Whether or not Rodgers signs? And was T.J. Watt being cryptic in an Instagram post in which he gave a peace sign? Or are fans and observers looking too far into it and what it means for his future with the Steelers? Our duo tackles those questions and more. In the second and third segments, airing on the Post-Gazette's new Pirates YouTube channel, the guys give their thoughts on a busy week for the Pirates on and off the field. How much criticism does team president Travis Williams deserve for the Bucco Bricks fiasco, the bungled tribute to Roberto Clemente, attendance issues and the state of PNC Park? Are the problems with the Pirates as a business eclipsing their shortcomings on the field? And how much is owner Bob Nutting paying attention to his club's issues amid relentless chants for him to "sell the team" that started at the home opener last weekend and have not subsided? Our duo tackles those questions, then analyzes on-field performance in the second segment. Should we worry about a small dip in Paul Skenes' velocity in his worst start as a Pirates on Tuesday in a loss to the Cardinals? Are Justin Lawrence, Denis Santana and Caleb Ferguson the answers manager Derek Shelton has been looking for in the bullpen following struggles from David Bendar and Colin Holderman in high-leverage roles? Should we be more encouraged or discouraged by Ke'Bryan Hayes' start to the season offensively? How much grace will veterans Tommy Pham and Adam Frazier get amid their struggles? And how important does Andrew McCutchen remain to this lineup? If you haven't already, subscribe to the sports department's YouTube channels so you don't miss a video with our reporters, columnists and their special guests.

PG columnist Jason Mackey joined the show. Andrew McCutchen didn't get the invite from Pat McAfee last night – the guys think that's a big miss on Pat's part. The guys asked Jason who has the strongest voice in the clubhouse. Jason reacted to the ongoing ‘sell the team' chants as a shot of Bob Nutting. Jason doesn't think anyone expected the start of the Pirates season to be this bad, including the off-the-field drama. The guys brought up the job being done by Travis Williams and why he is coming up way short on his end of business. Jason thinks we are about there for Jack Suwinski being put back on the bench or sent down because he looks ‘completely lost.'

TJ Watt has posted a cryptic message on social media. Now people that cover the Steelers are thinking it may be a bigger deal than we thought. It seems like Watt has an ongoing pissing match with Myles Garrett, so he won't take a penny less. Does Watt deserve to make $40M/year at this point in his career? What should the Steelers do with him? Fans chimed in on what the Steelers should do with TJ Watt. PG columnist Jason Mackey joined the show. Andrew McCutchen didn't get the invite from Pat McAfee last night – the guys think that's a big miss on Pat's part. The guys asked Jason who has the strongest voice in the clubhouse. Jason reacted to the ongoing ‘sell the team' chants as a shot of Bob Nutting. Jason doesn't think anyone expected the start of the Pirates season to be this bad, including the off-the-field drama. The guys brought up the job being done by Travis Williams and why he is coming up way short on his end of business. Jason thinks we are about there for Jack Suwinski being put back on the bench or sent down because he looks ‘completely lost.'

Pirates insider Noah Hiles from the PG joined the show. Noah brought up the drama with the Clemente Wall with the patch of Roberto Clemente being removed for ad space. He thinks it could have been avoided with better communication. There may also be a controversy brewing over the bricks that used to be outside of PNC Park. Noah predicted the final stat line for Paul Skenes in 2025. Noah shared his opinion on Oneil Cruz early in the season. Noah doesn't think Cruz in the leadoff spot would be the worst idea ever. The guys asked Noah about his conversation before the home opener that he had with Bob Nutting and what he interpreted from it. How much pressure is there to win and how much is on Derek Shelton in the short-term?

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The Pirates are off to a 3-7 start, and Opening Weekend at PNC Park was full of headlines — both on and off the field. We dive into the fallout from the Yankees series, the Roberto Clemente sign controversy, and a growing list of injuries that's already testing the team's depth. We also react to Bob Nutting's media appearance and what (if anything) they mean for the Pirates' direction. Then, Anthony Murphy from Bucs On Deck joins the show to break down the minor league opening weekend, highlight some hot starts, and talk about which prospects could force their way to Pittsburgh in 2025. Finally, we look ahead to a critical early series against the Cardinals — can Sunday's walk-off reset the season's vibes? Let us know your thoughts in the comments — how are you feeling about this team right now? Subscribe to NS9 for Pirates talk, prospect insights, and fan-first coverage all season long! 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

Joe believes this is the low point of the Bob Nutting era. Nutting told the Post-Gazette he believes he's given all the tools and resources to the team to be successful. Nutting said that at a point, it comes to execution.

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The Pirates were a blown save/extra-inning collapse from being swept by the Yankees, which would have stood as the worst opening series at PNC Park in their history. It was still pretty bad. There are plenty of issues to go around. Bob Nutting also told reporters and fans that he is doing everything to build a winning baseball team. OK. The Pirates also have one of the worst GMs in baseball – that is a talking point.

Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan gave his opinion of the opening weekend at PNC Park. Dan reflected on some of the comments made by Bob Nutting the other day. The guys asked Dan about the breakdown in the front office and some of the random/weird positions that were created and spent money on, opposed to on-field talent. Dan said the Pirates have seemingly figured out the starting pitching, which is usually the hard part.

The Pirates were a blown save/extra-inning collapse from being swept by the Yankees, which would have stood as the worst opening series at PNC Park in their history. It was still pretty bad. There are plenty of issues to go around. Bob Nutting also told reporters and fans that he is doing everything to build a winning baseball team. OK. The Pirates also have one of the worst GMs in baseball – that is a talking point. We took calls from angry Pirates fans. Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan gave his opinion of the opening weekend at PNC Park. Dan reflected on some of the comments made by Bob Nutting the other day. The guys asked Dan about the breakdown in the front office and some of the random/weird positions that were created and spent money on, opposed to on-field talent. Dan said the Pirates have seemingly figured out the starting pitching, which is usually the hard part.

You may have seen the billboards, the T-shirts, that one angry dude sitting behind home plate at another team's playoff game — because there are some really frustrated Pirates fans out there. With the new season already off to a slow start and our home opener against the Yankees set for tomorrow, we're sitting down with a few of the rabble-rousers behind Our Team, Not His who say the time is now to convince Pirates owner Bob Nutting to sell the team. Not just for fans, but for taxpayers and anyone else who wants to see the whole city succeed. Thanks to our guests Gabe Mazefsky, Marc Datz, and Canyon Swartz. Notes and references from today's show: Dear Bob Nutting, please bring Dad and me a World Series — or sell to someone who can [PublicSource] Sister Sledge - We Are Family (Official Music Video) [Rhino/YouTube] David Rubenstein looks back on his first year as owner of the Baltimore Orioles [NPR]  Pittsburgh fans get in Johnny Cueto's head… [8-Bit Sports/YouTube] Learn more about the sponsor of this April 3rd episode: History UnErased Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. How closely should GM Omar Khan, coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers consider drafting a RB in the first round to replace Najee Harris alongside Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Are names like Ashton Jeanty, Omarion Hampton and Kaleb Johnson worth forgoing other positions of need to select? Do they need a defensive lineman like Derrick Harmon, Walter Nolen or Kenneth Grant more? And what should we make of colleague Gerry Dulac's reporting that RB could be an option in "any" round? Paul tackles those questions as well as the Pirates' series finale with the Tampa Bay Rays. Was Paul Skenes able to steady the ship after a 1-5 start to the season? And how hostile will fans be toward owner Bob Nutting, GM Ben Cherington and manager Shelton with the home opener looming Friday?

On their weekly podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey react to the Steelers' offseason moves so far. How do moves for names like DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell, Darius Slay and -- potentially -- Aaron Rodgers compare to GM Omar Khan's action in his first two seasons? Does this group compare well with the 2023 NFL free agency class that included Elandon Roberts, Larry Ogunjobi and Isaac Seumalo? Or the 2024 group that included Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Patrick Queen and DeShon Elliott? Will a lack of NFL draft picks naturally lead to a less bountiful offseason? And how should the stockpiling of compensatory picks for 2026 factor into this conversations? Later, the guys get into some college talk with Pitt, Penn State and West Virginia all stating spring practice. Are eyes on Drew Allar in Happy Valley as he looks to shake off a College Football Playoff loss to Notre Dame? Can he get the most out of a loaded roster that includes returnees such as Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen and more? And are receiver transfers Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson enough to help the passing game as it loses Tyler Warren to the NFL? In Morgantown, what kind of difference can the return of coach Rich Rodriguez make? And can Eli Holstein, Desmond Reid and the Panthers emerge from mediocrity? Our duo tackles those questions. Then in the third segment, airing on the PG Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason get into predictions for the Pirates and the MLB season. How many wins will manager Derek Shelton's club rack up? Can Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller and the pitching staff push them over the .500 mark? Or will the lineup led by Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds and Ke'Bryan Hayes continue to struggle like it has in years past? What should we make of Carmen Mlodzinski earning a rotation spot? How will the catching situation play out with Endy Rodriguez making the Opening Day roster and Henry Davis starting in Class AAA? And why haven't we hear from owner Bob Nutting this spring?

The Post-Gazette reported that the Pirates have money to spend, but DK Pittsburgh Sports says finances for the Pirates are challenging. Joe asks if Bob Nutting is in it to win it, why did he ratify the last CBA and isn't pounding the table for things to change? DK's report says the Pirates are losing money

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to the passing of legendary Penguins broadcaster Mike Lange late Wednesday night at the age of 76. What legacy does he leave the team, NHL and hockey community at large? What are some of Jason's best memories of getting to know Mike on a personal level over the years? What were some of his best moments on the mic? And why is he every bit a piece of franchise lore alongside on-ice heroes like Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin? Our duo tackles those poignant questions, then dives into some hockey talk about the U.S. vs. Canada championship match of the Four Nations Face-off. Can Penguins coach Mike Sullivan and his American team recreate their defensive magic from the first matchup over the weekend. Will there be more booing and fisticuffs? And has this tournament reminded the right people that Crosby remains every bit the face of hockey and Team Canada that Connor McDavid is? Then later, Adam and Jason ponder Penn State's College Football Playoff chances next season following Jason's column on the topic. Are the returns of Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen and Dani Dennis-Sutton enough to make this program a dominant force? Or will it need transfer additions at wide receiver like Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson to make an impact to take a step forward from a crushing loss to Notre Dame in the CFP semifinals at the Orange Bowl last month? In the third segment, airing on the PG's new Pirates-focused channel, the topic is payrolls disparity in MLB and the need for a salary cap to even things out. Are tight spenders like the Pirates' Bob Nutting or free spending teams like the Dodgers, Yankees and Mets the sport's biggest problem? How much should revenue sharing be part of the conversation around payroll? And how much would transparency in these matters help quell fans' angst? Adam and Jason try to answer those questions, then weigh in on some baseball topics, including the first base situation amid Spencer Horwitz's injury. Is Nick Yorke a good fit as a replacement? Why is it the right move to keep Bryan Reynolds in the outfield? And what impact can Tommy Pham have on the clubhouse culture, starting with his relationship with Oneil Cruz?