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With Joey Bart hitting the IL and Endy Rodriguez back in the mix, the Pirates' catching situation just got a whole lot more interesting. Tonight, we dive deep into the chaos behind the plate — from Henry Davis' recent surge to Endy's return and what it means for the future. We also check in on the early returns from the Don Kelly era — has anything actually changed since Shelton was fired? Plus: is it time to cut bait with guys like Pham or Triolo? When will we see Dauri Moreta again? And of course, it wouldn't be a North Shore Nine episode without a little Paul Skenes talk. We break down his dominance, the national buzz, and whether we're still somehow underrating him. We wrap things up with a quick preview of the Pirates' upcoming series vs. the Padres.

Tom and Smitty talk about the state of the Pirates baseball team under new manager Don Kelly and about the team's recent games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg shouted out Hannah Mears and the job she did on the coverage of Braxton Ashcraft last night when he made his debut. How has this team been different under Don Kelly so far? Greg reacted to the Pirates being shut out for the ninth time already this season. Will the Pirates ever get power out of Ke'Bryan Hayes? Greg brought up a few guys that have disappointed at the plate this season. Greg highlighted the play of Oneil Cruz, both at the plate and in the field. Greg talked about the lineup and how it has had more consistency.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg shouted out Hannah Mears and the job she did on the coverage of Braxton Ashcraft last night when he made his debut. How has this team been different under Don Kelly so far? Greg reacted to the Pirates being shut out for the ninth time already this season. Will the Pirates ever get power out of Ke'Bryan Hayes? Greg brought up a few guys that have disappointed at the plate this season. Greg highlighted the play of Oneil Cruz, both at the plate and in the field. The guys brought up the old idea of Paul Skenes hitting if this offense continues to struggle. Greg talked about the lineup and how it has had more consistency. Intern Dom went at Pomp yesterday after being trapped by Joe in a conversation about golf. What do prices look like for the Steelers home schedule? Donny Football Debrief – Phil Robertson, of Duck Dynasty fame, passed away over the weekend. He once started over Terry Bradshaw at Louisiana Tech.

Don Kelly. Austin's analysis of his short time as the manager. He has managed the bullpen well... What to do with Henry Davis.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Henry Davis needs to play more for the Pirates. Is it Don Kelly's choice? What could the Pirates command in a Paul Skenes trade? Joe thinks if the Pirates received a Juan Soto-return with two All-Stars and a No. 2 starter, the Pirates should do it. Austin wants even more. Ken Rosenthal thinks the Pirates would have to get more than the Juan Soto deal, and not by a little.

Neil Walker joins the show to break down the Pirates' recent managerial change and what fans can expect from Don Kelly as he steps into the role. We dive into clubhouse dynamics, the importance of leadership, and why trading Paul Skenes is a ridiculous conversation. Neil also shares a personal story about Donnie Kelly's early days dating his sister and reflects on the challenges the Pirates face both on the field and in building a sustainable core. If you're a Pirates fan looking for insight, perspective, and a little behind-the-scenes storytelling, this one's for you. 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.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

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.

Gary and Jim welcome Greg Fennell for a passionate discussion about the plausibility of trading Paul Skenes, the baseball club under Don Kelly and the return of some helpful players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On his weekly Saturday Conversations podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes former Pirates first-round draft pick Cole Tucker to get his perspective on the Pirates' managerial change from Derek Shelton to Don Kelly. What does Tucker remember about playing for Kelly? Why does he believe the club and former teammates including Ke'Bryan Hayes, Bryan Reynolds and Jack Suwinski are struggling so mightily? And what does he remember about his promotion to MLB that included a home run? Then later, our duo discusses Tucker's transition into broadcasting and how he hopes to use his gregarious personality to make TV gold.

Mark talks about Don Kelly shaping his Pirates staff, and Matt Bartkowski joins the show to talk some Stanley Cup Playoffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark talks about Don Kelly shaping his Pirates staff, and Matt Bartkowski joins the show to talk some Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Pirates have not drafted well and signing international free agents. 45 at bats this season have come from players Ben Cherington has drafted. Chris Truby has been named to the Major League staff. Gene Lamont is back as an advisor to Don Kelly. Mike Rabelo will have increased roles in game planning.

Craig and Scott (@PirateTakes) discuss reasons to get upset and when you are just searching for things to be mad about, the role that Don Kelly played before he became manager, the ridiculous National calls for Skenes to be traded and much more!  Brought to you by Sportsvival! 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!

On his weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: What are the reasons the Pirates' offense is struggling so profoundly. Is it a problem with GM Ben Cherington's development regime? Why does Henry Davis instead of Joey Bart catch for Paul Skenes starts? Could hitting coach Matt Hague be in trouble after manager Derek Shelton's firing? What should we expect from Spencer Horwitz when he returns from injury? Are there any updates on the search for a bench coach? Could Francisco Cervelli be a candidate? And how has Don Kelly performed in his first week as manager?

Rain delays couldn't stop the Bucs tonight as Matt Gorski and Jared Triolo each launched two-run homers to lead the Pirates to a 4–0 win over the Mets at Citi Field. Bailey Falter danced out of early trouble, Chase Shugart held the line in relief, and the bullpen combo of Rainey, Bednar, and Santana sealed the shutout. Alexander Canario had a multi-hit night and cut down Pete Alonso trying to stretch a single in a highlight defensive moment. The NS9 crew breaks down the key performances, evaluates how Don Kelly's squad continues to respond post-swap, and asks the big question: are we finally seeing a spark? 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.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

Hembo and Buster discuss Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson's removal from the permanently ineligible list, the end (for now) of the Rafael Devers-to-first base drama, the Javier Baez renaissance and the Phillies gathering momentum. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Rose's potential Hall of Fame induction. Plus, this week's Ballpark & Beyond and the quiz. Later, Tim Kurkjian on whether he's a believer in the Twins, how the Yankees handle third base after Oswaldo Cabrera's injury, and his conversation with Pirates manager and Pittsburgh native Don Kelly. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:29 Hembo 27:52 Todd Radom 41:43 Tim Kurkjian 1:03:49 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson's removal from the permanently ineligible list, the end (for now) of the Rafael Devers-to-first base drama, the Javier Baez renaissance and the Phillies gathering momentum. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Rose's potential Hall of Fame induction. Plus, this week's Ballpark & Beyond and the quiz. Later, Tim Kurkjian on whether he's a believer in the Twins, how the Yankees handle third base after Oswaldo Cabrera's injury, and his conversation with Pirates manager and Pittsburgh native Don Kelly. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 7:29 Hembo 27:52 Todd Radom 41:43 Tim Kurkjian 1:03:49 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textThis weekend was full of chaos, headlines, and a little bit of Pittsburgh weirdness. George Pickens is heading to the Cowboys, and while a screenshot claimed he trashed the Steelers on his way out, he says it's fake. Deshon Elliott also stirred things up by calling out Allen Lazard. Meanwhile, the Pirates fired manager Derek Shelton during a brutal 7-game losing streak—Don Kelly steps in as interim.In other news, a raccoon in Ohio was caught holding a meth pipe during a traffic stop. A football fan is suing the NFL for $100 million over Shedeur Sanders falling in the draft, and Eminem's stalker broke into his house again. There's also a disturbing trend of creators using AI to mimic people with Down syndrome in their videos. And to top it off, someone brought their own eggs to Denny's, and Halle Berry ended Mother's Day by promoting lube.All that and more on this week's episode of Greenfield's Finest Podcast.Check out our upcoming events, social media, and merch sale at the link below ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/GFP Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7viuBywVXF4e52CHUgk1i5 Produced by Lane Media ⁠https://www.lanemediapgh.com/

The Pirates drop yet another frustrating game, falling 4-3 to the Mets on a Pete Alonso walk-off sac fly. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes' strong start, the offense's continued collapse, and key moments that swung the game—like Matt Gorski's struggles, Bryan Reynolds' slump, and a bizarre coaching decision at third. They also dive into Don Kelly's managerial trends, the sac bunt debate, and whether this team can possibly climb out of its offensive pit. Powered by Primanti Bros, tune in for a full postgame breakdown and some much-needed therapy. 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

Pirates' broadcaster Neil Walker comes on The Fan Hotline to talk about Don Kelly's first few games as the team's manager.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson continue to talk about the impact Don Kelly has the potential to have on the Pirates as manager. Also, Pirates' broadcaster Neil Walker comes on The Fan Hotline. May 13, 2025, 9:00 Hour

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg reacted to the big news from last week – the Pirates firing of Derek Shelton. Should Ben Cherington have followed him out the door? The guys asked Greg about the Pirates method to winning and why it's failing miserably. How can Bryan Reynolds get out of his slump? Greg explained why the pile up of injuries have really hurt this team. Will we see Oneil Cruz tonight? Greg talked about some of the differences he has already noticed with Don Kelly managing the team. The guys brought up a couple of major mistakes made by the Buccos last night that led to the loss.

Our pal Dan Zangrilli had a little meltdown last night after the Pirates loss. He was sad. He was angry. The Pirates blew another Paul Skenes start and fell to 14-28. We also had some breaking baseball news with Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson being reinstated by Rob Manfred. How would the 2005 Pirates match up against this current team? Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg reacted to the big news from last week – the Pirates firing of Derek Shelton. Should Ben Cherington have followed him out the door? The guys asked Greg about the Pirates method to winning and why it's failing miserably. How can Bryan Reynolds get out of his slump? Greg explained why the pile up of injuries have really hurt this team. Will we see Oneil Cruz tonight? Greg talked about some of the differences he has already noticed with Don Kelly managing the team. The guys brought up a couple of major mistakes made by the Buccos last night that led to the loss. Donny Football Debrief – Chris Berman has signed a new deal with ESPN and Rich Eisen is coming back to the big network.

A fresh start with Don Kelly and a semi-fun weekend? Eh ... Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark talks the start of the Don Kelly era for the Buccos. Some Steelers talk as well. Tom joins to talk about the staples in his head and weigh in on the topics of the hour

Mark talks the start of the Don Kelly era for the Buccos. Some Steelers talk as well. Tom joins to talk about the staples in his head and weigh in on the topics of the hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. What should we make of George Pickens appearing to call the Steelers a "cheap organization" in the comments of an Instagram post — and his subsequent attempts to walk it back? Is there some validity to his statements? Or is this just another example of why general manager Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin were willing to trade him to the Dallas Cowboys last week? Paul answers those questions; gives thoughts on what we saw from names like Derrick Harmon, Kaleb Johnson, Jack Sawyer and Will Howard at rookie minicamp; and weighs in on the Pirates' weekend series against the Atlanta Braves, in which new manager Don Kelly guided to them to a pair of victories.

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.

Some fans don't believe Pirates' manager Don Kelly is managing the bullpen the best way possible through his first three games. What do you think? Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson discuss.

Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan gave his first impressions of what we saw from the Pirates in their first series under Don Kelly. The guys talked about a few of the mistakes of the weekend, but most of the stuff they liked. Why didn't Tommy Pham play? What can we view for Ben Cherington going forward?

The first impressions of the Don Kelly era as the Pirates beat the Braves 2 out of 3 times this weekend. Can this team take a step forward following the Derek Shelton firing? The guys quizzed Austin on some Pittsburgh sports knowledge. Pirates pre-post game host Dan Zangrilli joined the show. Dan gave his first impressions of what we saw from the Pirates in their first series under Don Kelly. The guys talked about a few of the mistakes of the weekend, but most of the stuff they liked. Why didn't Tommy Pham play? What can we view for Ben Cherington going forward?

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates drop another heartbreaker, 3-2 in 11 innings, despite solid pitching and plenty of chances. Jim and Tyler dive into Don Kelly's ejection, Reynolds losing his cool, and some truly head-scratching late-game decisions. They also touch on Joey Bart's big night, the latest on Oneil Cruz's injury, and what's going wrong at the plate. It's a packed postgame—catch the full breakdown and subscribe for more North Shore Nine coverage. 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

The Pittsburgh Pirates walk it off on Mother's Day! Joey Bart stays red hot with the game-winning hit, lifting the Bucs to a 4-3 win over the Braves. Carmen Mlodzinski got the surprise start and delivered his best outing of the season, giving the Pirates exactly what they needed on a day without Oneil Cruz. Don Kelly improves to 2-0 in games he's managed start to finish, and we break down all the big moments from another wild game at PNC Park. We talk Joey Bart's recent surge, Carmen's dominant performance, bullpen decisions, and whether this team can keep scrapping out wins. Watch the full NS9 Postgame Show for all our reactions, analysis, and a little chaos. 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

Mark discusses Don Kelly replacing Derek Shelton as the Pirates manager, gives his trifecta for the day, and then brings Tim Benz onto the show to discuss Steelers football and Pirates baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark takes more calls from the listeners, before bringing in John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now to talk Pirates baseball, specifically in regards to Don Kelly taking on the Pirates manager position.

Mark discusses Don Kelly replacing Derek Shelton as the Pirates manager, gives his trifecta for the day, and then brings Tim Benz onto the show to discuss Steelers football and Pirates baseball.

Mark takes more calls from the listeners, before bringing in John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now to talk Pirates baseball, specifically in regards to Don Kelly taking on the Pirates manager position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig and Scott (@PirateTakes) discuss the Shelton Firing, Don Kelly as The New Manager, The Likelihood of Things Getting Better, and Cherington's Future With the Ballclub.  Brought to you by Sportsvival! 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 officially fired manager Derek Shelton, and the NS9 crew is here with immediate reaction and full breakdown. Don Kelly has been named the new manager, and while the move comes as a shock to some, it's been a long time coming for many in the fanbase. In this episode, Anthony DiNardo and Tyler Sweeney go live to unpack everything: why Shelton was let go, what it says about Ben Cherington and the front office, and what Don Kelly's promotion signals for the rest of the 2025 season and beyond. They also discuss who might've made the final call, the team's disastrous start to the year, and what comes next for the struggling franchise. Plus, Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to provide inside perspective, including when he thinks Cherington's time might be up.

Pirates legend Jim Leyland joined the show. Jim said it is always a sad day when a manager gets let go and feels for Derek Shelton being the man out of a job. That being said, he's thrilled for Don Kelly, one of his pupils, getting a big opportunity. Jim's advice to Kelly was to be himself and let the players do their jobs too. Jim hopes that Don can ease some tension in the clubhouse and said you always have to earn it at this level. Jim said you have to do everything you can for the players and if they don't perform, it's time to take them to task. Jim wants to see the Pirates get a little bit creative offensively to cause a spark. The guys asked Jim about consistency in the lineup and how it can impact the usual players. Jim talked about Don's playing experience and how playing every single position will help him with the team. Jim said you can plan for a lot of things in a game, but you can't script it. Jim doesn't believe in the analytics department much and said a lot of his success came more from instinct, watching the game, and working with is assistant coaches. Jim expressed the importance of not overloading the players with too much information and just letting them play the game. Other advice from Jim to Don was to hire an experienced bench coach.

Don Kelly is set to begin his full-time managerial job with the Pirates tonight.

Pirates legend Jim Leyland joined the show. Jim said it is always a sad day when a manager gets let go and feels for Derek Shelton being the man out of a job. That being said, he's thrilled for Don Kelly, one of his pupils, getting a big opportunity. Jim's advice to Kelly was to be himself and let the players do their jobs too. Jim hopes that Don can ease some tension in the clubhouse and said you always have to earn it at this level. Jim said you have to do everything you can for the players and if they don't perform, it's time to take them to task. Jim wants to see the Pirates get a little bit creative offensively to cause a spark. The guys asked Jim about consistency in the lineup and how it can impact the usual players. Jim talked about Don's playing experience and how playing every single position will help him with the team. Jim said you can plan for a lot of things in a game, but you can't script it. Jim doesn't believe in the analytics department much and said a lot of his success came more from instinct, watching the game, and working with is assistant coaches. Jim expressed the importance of not overloading the players with too much information and just letting them play the game. Other advice from Jim to Don was to hire an experienced bench coach. The Jim Leyland chat got us talking about cigs. We also heard the words of Andrew McCutchen following the firing of Derek Shelton. Donny Football Debrief – Poni has Steelers fans up in arms yet again about a young QB.

Omar Khan is speaking for the first time since the Steelers moved on from George Pickens. What was his explanation behind it? What changed for the Steelers, more specifically, Mike Tomlin in this whole thing since he used to defend Pickens to the end of the earth? The guys wondered if this was some way to placate to Aaron Rodgers as we await his decision. Did things change when the Steelers acquired DK Metcalf? A few potential George Pickens replacements, including a wild card that had the guys intrigued. Bucco Minute – Tonight begins the Don Kelly era in Pittsburgh. Can we build the best Pittsburgh baseball team?

Tonight begins the Don Kelly era in Pittsburgh. Can we build the best Pittsburgh baseball team?

It's a homerun when we talk about a day at the baseball stadium, and whether commuting in Toronto is enough to drive you up the wall.Featuring: Patrick Dussault, Simon Rakoff, Isabel Zaw-Tun, and Don Kelly.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Should GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin consider dealing star pass rusher T.J. Watt following the George Pickens trade to the Dallas Cowboys? Does it make sense to continue bolstering their NFL draft capital with an eye toward selecting from the loaded 2026 QB class that includes Arch Manning, Drew Allar, Nico Iamaleava and LaNorris Sellers? Or is Watt still worth extending into his 30s as a leader of a team that hopes to be competing for playoff wins? Paul tackles those topics, then weighs in on the Pirates after they announced Thursday that they'd fired manager Derek Shelton and replaced him with bench coach Don Kelly.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles and sports columnist Jason Mackey react to the breaking news that manager Derek Shelton was fired Thursday. Why was Shelton relieved of his duties now, and what led up to it? What does this mean for the team going forward under Don Kelly, who was named manager in Shelton's stead? Is Kelly the long-term choice in the dugout? Is general manager Ben Cherington also on the hot seat? And why could Shelton never get the Pirates over the hump? Our duo answers those questions and more.

The Pirates have fired manager Derek Shelton and named bench Don Kelly as manager.

Paul Skenes wasn't himself, and the Pirates let another one slip away. On this NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros., Ryan and Doug break down the Pirates' 8–3 loss to the Cubs in the series rubber match at PNC Park. Skenes walked four, gave up three homers in one inning, and looked uncharacteristically off—all while the offense once again failed to pick him up. The guys talk about Don Kelly's bullpen management in Derek Shelton's absence, the continued struggles from the bottom of the order, and how the Pirates just can't afford to waste Skenes starts like this. Is this team ever going to step up around their ace? Or are we doomed to watch this same movie all year? Hit subscribe for more Pirates postgame shows, interviews, and rants from the NS9 crew. 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