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Is Casey Mize in the circle of trust (4:30)? ... Eduardo Rodriguez keeps getting away with it (8:55). ... Endy Rodriguez might be legit (14:34). ... News (21:26): Aaron Judge will not be re-evaluated this week. ... Sean Burke impressed again (33:58). ... Is George Kirby in the circle or trust (39:33)? ... What about Parker Messick (47:11)? ... Who's hot and who's not, hitter edition (58:00). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:10:35).Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballTodaySign up for the newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters
In his weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley answers reader questions. Among them: How will manager Don Kelly and GM Ben Cherington handle the catching situation following the Joey Bart trade that leaves Henry Davis and Endy Rodriguez front and center? Are Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski being handled correctly? Or are they being given too big a say in their usage? What is standing between Konnor Griffin and a healthy return to the lineup? And is DH Marcell Ozuna beginning to figure things out at the plate? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jason Mackey joins the show to talk about why the Pirates traded Joey Bart for Hunter Stratton, what Pittsburgh will do at the DH spot moving forward, what would have happened with Henry Davis if they hadn't found a trade partner for Bart, what the catching split will be with Davis and Endy Rodriguez, if Jason respects Jeff Passan, who the Pirates could target for trades, where things stand with Carmen Mlodzinski, and more!
Bryan Reynolds carried the Pittsburgh Pirates back from a four-run deficit with four hits and two home runs before Brandon Lowe launched the go-ahead homer in the ninth to complete a wild 6-5 win over the Athletics. Neil and Doug break down Reynolds' huge night, Mitch Keller's polarizing start and the disastrous first-inning defense that nearly buried the Pirates. They also discuss Endy Rodriguez's growing case to become the starting catcher and a bullpen that finally protected a lead, even if Gregory Soto made the ninth more stressful than necessary. In this episode: 00:00 Pirates complete the wild comeback 02:16 Mitch Keller and the first-inning disaster 15:26 The Pirates begin fighting back 18:21 Bryan Reynolds takes over 25:04 Endy Rodriguez, Brandon Lowe and the bullpen The NS9 Postgame Show is presented by FanDuel and powered by Primanti Brothers. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for year-round Pittsburgh Pirates coverage. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pirates' tandem of Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski did not work last night, to say the least. Joe Block and Kevin Young went off on the Pirates' decision to waste Carmen Mlodzinski in a blowout loss last night. Poni thinks it is a very bad sign if guys employed by the Pirates are avidly disagreeing with the team's decision making. Endy Rodriguez has been swinging the bat very well as of late. Donny Football Debrief – Falcons QB Michael Penix has not yet been cleared to begin practicing, which likely means Tua Tagavailoa will start for them. A bunch of WPIAL football players have been ruled ineligible for the upcoming season.
The Pirates scored just 26 runs while going 2-4 against the Dodgers and Marlins. Jim and DiNardo discuss how much the offense is missing Oneil Cruz and Konnor Griffin and whether this lineup has enough depth to survive without them. Joey Bart appears close to returning, which creates another decision behind the plate. Will Henry Davis continue catching, or has Endy Rodriguez earned a bigger opportunity with a 126 wRC+ this season? They also break down the Pirates' handling of Carmen Mlodzinski. Using him almost exclusively as a scheduled reliever following Jared Jones limits someone who could become a legitimate high-leverage weapon for this bullpen. @eddiep_photos TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tyler Callihan hits the first two home runs of his major league career, including a go-ahead three-run shot in the bottom of the eighth.The win stops a losing streak, although the injuries continue to mount as Oneil Cruz hits the IL and Endy Rodriguez leaves the game early.Plus a complete minor league rundown, including another home run from Termarr Johnson. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily content on the entire Pirates' organization.bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribeAlso, check out the YouTube channel for daily videos on the Pirates as well. www.youtube.com/@bucsondeck Get full access to Bucs On Deck at bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe
The Pirates were supposed to be built around pitching, but through early June, it has been the offense carrying them. On today's OffBeat, Alex Stumpf breaks down how Pittsburgh's lineup has become one of the better units in baseball, why Ryan O'Hearn, Brandon Lowe, Spencer Horwitz, Endy Rodriguez, Nick Gonzales, Oneil Cruz, and Konnor Griffin have helped change the identity of this team, and why the pitching staff has not taken the step forward many expected. After a rough series against Atlanta, the question is no longer whether the Pirates can score enough. It's whether Mitch Keller, Bubba Chandler, Paul Skenes, Dennis Santana, and the rest of the pitching staff can get back to being the strength this team was built around. Subscribe to Alex's Substack, Book Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pittsburgh Pirates coverage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pirates dropped their second straight game in Atlanta, falling 6-3 to the Braves as Braxton Ashcraft was hit harder than we've seen in a while. Jim and Tyler break down Ashcraft's outing, why the starting pitching has become a concern over the last couple weeks, and how the bullpen at least kept the Pirates within reach again. They also get into the offense's chances against Spencer Strider, Tyler Callihan continuing to provide some useful at-bats, Oneil Cruz drawing three walks, Endy Rodriguez having a rough night, and Brandon Lowe leaving late after fouling a ball off his knee. The Pirates now turn to Bubba Chandler with a chance to salvage the series and finish the road trip at 3-3 before returning home to face the Dodgers.Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pirates coverage, postgame shows, prospect talk, and more. TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 #pittsburghpirates ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4776784802611200 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pittsburgh Pirates stayed hot with another big offensive night, beating the Houston Astros and moving five games over .500. Neil and Doug break down the Pirates' fourth straight win, Oneil Cruz's huge three-run homer, Endy Rodriguez continuing to force his way into the lineup, Jake Mangum's four-hit night, Brandon Lowe's power, and an offense that keeps finding different ways to produce. They also discuss Bubba Chandler's uneven start, the value of the bullpen giving the Pirates length when needed, and the growing concern around Dennis Santana after another rough outing. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pittsburgh Pirates coverage, postgame shows, prospect talk, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Endy Rodriguez is swinging a great bat and has done a good job calling the game. Matt Clement thinks Endy needs to play three, maybe four, days of the week. Matt would not be surprised if the Pirates look into adding a catcher. What it was like for Matt to pitch at Fenway Park with the Green Monster behind you! Matt signed the Green Monster!
Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Matt Clement: Matt wasn't surprised that Carmen Mlodzinski didn't follow Chandler because the two were the ones competing for the rotation. Matt thinks now the rope is running out for Dennis Santana. Matt proposes the Pirates trade for Red Sox relief pitcher Garrett Whitlock. Endy Rodriguez is swinging a great bat and has done a good job calling the game. Matt Clement thinks Endy needs to play three, maybe four, days of the week.
One day after Nick Herbig inked his $100M+ extension with the Steelers, Alex Highsmith missed practice. Steelers PR quickly got ahead of the narrative stating that Highsmith was ‘sick.' If a team approached the Steelers about trading Highsmith in exchange for a 2nd round pick, should they say Yes? Are fans buying the ‘illness' excuse for Alex Highsmith today at practice? One legendary caller said the Steelers are the ‘North Korea of the NFL' because they have an answer for everything. Bucco Minute – Another big night for the Pirates last night, beating the Astros 10-6 in Houston. Home runs from Endy Rodriguez, Oneil Cruz and Brandon Lowe. Mike Burrows started for the Astros and did his usual (not great). The guys can't get over how big the Buccos have won a trade. Should the Pirates prioritize Cruz or Lowe if they need to pay someone $200M?
Bucco Minute – Another big night for the Pirates last night, beating the Astros 10-6 in Houston. Home runs from Endy Rodriguez, Oneil Cruz and Brandon Lowe. Mike Burrows started for the Astros and did his usual (not great). The guys can't get over how big the Buccos have won a trade. Should the Pirates prioritize Cruz or Lowe if they need to pay someone $200M?
Paul Skenes had one of his rougher starts as the Pittsburgh Pirates fell 5-2 to the Toronto Blue Jays, continuing a frustrating stretch where the offense once again failed to come through with runners in scoring position. Tyler and Doug break down Skenes looking human for the second straight outing, the Pirates' ongoing issues against left-handed pitching, Don Kelly's lineup decisions, Oneil Cruz's rough at-bat, and the early impressions of Jhostynxon Garcia and Esmerlyn Valdez. They also discuss Henry Davis, Endy Rodriguez, the bullpen, and why this team keeps letting winnable games slip away. TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 #pittsburghpirates ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4776784802611200 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pittsburgh Pirates suddenly have a much younger, & interesting roster. Tonight on NS9LIVE!, Tyler and DiNardo react to Esmerlyn Valdez getting promoted to the big leagues and what it could mean for the Pirates lineup. How much should Valdez actually play? Does this move make sense right now? And is this a real opportunity or just the Pirates trying to patch things together after the Ryan O'Hearn injury? We also get into the bigger picture: 20-year-old Konnor Griffin starting at shortstop, 22-year-old Esmerlyn Valdez joining the roster, and 23-year-old Jhostynxon Garcia getting called up earlier this week. The Pirates are sitting in a tough NL Central race, but they've suddenly created a real youth movement at the big-league level. Is that smart development, necessary aggression, or a sign of where the season is heading? Plus, we'll talk through the catcher situation with Henry Davis and Endy Rodriguez holding things down right now, and of course, we'll open with the NS9 Stupid Question. Valdez was recalled from Triple-A on Thursday, while Garcia was recalled earlier this week after Ryan O'Hearn landed on the injured list. Konnor Griffin has also started to settle in after a huge game against St. Louis, giving Pirates fans a very different-looking roster to talk about. TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Pittsburgh Pirates finally snapped out of a rough stretch with a 7-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals, and Konnor Griffin was right in the middle of it. Griffin went 4-for-5, continued to look more comfortable at the plate, and gave Pirates fans another reason to believe the 20-year-old rookie is becoming a major piece of this team. Tyler and Neil break down Griffin's big night, Carmen Mlodzinski's five shutout innings, Spencer Horwitz continuing to quietly produce, the catching situation with Endy Rodriguez and Henry Davis, and another bullpen performance that somehow stayed clean despite a few stressful moments. They also get into Jhostynxon Garcia's strong first impression, Jake Mangum's role, and why this win felt much bigger after the Pirates' recent skid. Presented by FanDuel. The NS9 Postgame Show is powered by Primanti Brothers. TICKETS FOR OUR JUNE 13TH TAILGATE: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0613 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee 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 #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
With Joey Bart sidelined by a foot infection, the Pittsburgh Pirates are right back in the middle of a major catching question. Henry Davis has improved defensively, controls the run game well, and has earned trust with the pitching staff, but the offensive production has not followed. Meanwhile, Endy Rodriguez is back in the majors after heating up in Triple-A Indianapolis and immediately showing flashes of the bat that once made him one of the Pirates' most exciting prospects. On this episode of OffBeat, Alex Stumpf breaks down the Pirates' catching room, why Davis' struggles against fastballs are becoming a serious concern, what Endy's return could mean, and why Ryan O'Hearn's injury makes production from the bottom half of the lineup even more important. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pittsburgh Pirates coverage. Read Alex Stumpf's work at Book-Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In his weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette insider Colin Beazley answers reader questions. Among them: Will GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly consider playing the recently promoted Endy Rodriguez often if he continues to hit? Especially with Henry Davis and Joey Bart struggling at the plate? Would Jhostynxon García be the first to get a call if an injury takes Ryan O'Hean, Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds and/or Jake Mangum out of the outfield mix? Could Konnor Griffin regularly hit second against lefties as he did this week? And what are the chances former top pick Seth Hernandez makes it to Class AA Altoona this year after his recent promotion to Greensboro? Colin tackles those questions and more. This show is presented by FanDuel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Neither side wants to come out and say what Jared Jones' role with the Pirates will be. Colin thinks Jones will be a starter, but be on a pitch count. Carmen Mlodzinski is the most likely to go to the bullpen. Colin thinks Jones will be activated right around May 26 when Jones is able to come on the injured list. Joey Bart has a foot infection and is too early to tell what the timeline will be. Endy Rodriguez could play for a bit.
Endy Rodriguez is 2-2 with a double and a two-run single. Tyler Kennedy told us that Evgeni Malkin wants to play two years, but Malkin has said one year. Jeff Hathhorn thinks there is a desire on both sides for one season. Alan Saunders is reporting the Steelers won't play on Christmas Eve or Day.
Cherington's Chatter – What did Ben Cherington say to the media? Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason reacted to a Pirates series win over the Rockies. The Pirates started Endy Rodriguez, who immediately provided as much offense as Henry Davis has all season. Jason thinks if Endy hits, he will play, even though Davis provides the good defense. Jason thinks Carmen Mlodzinski heads to the bullpen when Jared Jones returns, even though he's arguably been better than Bubba Chandler this season. Jason described Jones as ‘intense' after a report about how he was handling questions after his rehab start in Altoona. Did the one blown save from Dennis Santana crush his legacy with Don Kelly? The guys asked Jason about Konnor Griffin moving about the lineup. Is Pittsburgh a ‘mediocre' baseball town? Jason said the team has to earn the trust of the fans since we have only witnessed 3 playoff teams in 30+ years. Name Game.
Drew Allar is going under a total reboot courtesy of Mike McCarthy. Is that a bad sign for the rookie QB? What does it say about the teachings at Penn State? If Aaron Rodgers is their guy this year, when will we really know if this work has paid off for Allar? The guys don't want that to impact their plans in the 2027 NFL Draft. KDKA TV's Bob Pompeani joined the show. We reacted as the Pirates defeated the Rockies, 7-2, to take the series at PNC Park. Bob credited Endy Rodriguez for his work in the first game of the season, getting 2 hits in his 2026 debut. Bob said he's not a fan of the ‘opener' method, but it worked out for Don Kelly and his club today. What do we think the future looks like for Jared Jones that is working through his rehab assignment? Attendance of over 19k today in the afternoon finale at PNC Park just days after barely 13k watched Paul Skenes dazzle. Pomp said fans have good reason to not be there in droves just yet after so much losing baseball in the last 3 decades. The guys peppered Bob on a few questions about the NFL schedule. Bucco Minute – Calls after the Pirates 7-2 victory over the Rockies.
Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason reacted to a Pirates series win over the Rockies. The Pirates started Endy Rodriguez, who immediately provided as much offense as Henry Davis has all season. Jason thinks if Endy hits, he will play, even though Davis provides the good defense. Jason thinks Carmen Mlodzinski heads to the bullpen when Jared Jones returns, even though he's arguably been better than Bubba Chandler this season. Jason described Jones as ‘intense' after a report about how he was handling questions after his rehab start in Altoona. Did the one blown save from Dennis Santana crush his legacy with Don Kelly? The guys asked Jason about Konnor Griffin moving about the lineup. Is Pittsburgh a ‘mediocre' baseball town? Jason said the team has to earn the trust of the fans since we have only witnessed 3 playoff teams in 30+ years.
KDKA TV's Bob Pompeani joined the show. We reacted as the Pirates defeated the Rockies, 7-2, to take the series at PNC Park. Bob credited Endy Rodriguez for his work in the first game of the season, getting 2 hits in his 2026 debut. Bob said he's not a fan of the ‘opener' method, but it worked out for Don Kelly and his club today. What do we think the future looks like for Jared Jones that is working through his rehab assignment? Attendance of over 19k today in the afternoon finale at PNC Park just days after barely 13k watched Paul Skenes dazzle. Pomp said fans have good reason to not be there in droves just yet after so much losing baseball in the last 3 decades. The guys peppered Bob on a few questions about the NFL schedule.
Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Rafael Flores and Endy Rodriguez are heating up. Flores is on a six-game hitting streak. Rodriguez has hit .319 the last two weeks. Joe thinks if Bart didn't have a good weekend, but might have been let go this week. Don Kelly was noncommittal about Nick Gonzales being the everyday third baseman over Jared Triolo. The Pirates are averaging 5.26 runs per game through Saturday and would be the highest average for the Pirates since 1930.
Rafael Flores and Endy Rodriguez are heating up. Flores is on a six-game hitting streak. Rodriguez has hit .319 the last two weeks. Joe thinks if Bart didn't have a good weekend, but might have been let go this week. Don Kelly was noncommittal about Nick Gonzales being the everyday third baseman over Jared Triolo. We think Nick Gonzales has to be in the lineup every day. Joe thinks Mitch Keller has been the Pirates best pitcher so far.
The Triple-A season got underway, with top prospect Konnor Griffin making is debut at the level. Who stood out in the Indianapolis Indians, and what I'm watching for in game two of the regular season for the Pirates all in today's episode.Follow me on Twitter @__Murphy88Subscribe to my Youtube channel:www.youtube.com/@bucsondeckSubscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack:bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Bucs On Deck at bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe
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On today's OffBeat with Alex Stumpf, Alex digs into one of the biggest unanswered questions on the Pirates roster: catcher. Even after an aggressive offseason, Pittsburgh didn't address a position that remains loaded with uncertainty. Alex breaks down why Joey Bart may be the safest option in the room, why Henry Davis still has real upside despite the offensive concerns, why Endy Rodriguez remains one of the biggest wild cards on the roster, and why Rafael Flores is intriguing but still far from a sure thing. This episode gets into the floor vs. ceiling debate, what the Pirates need from Bart offensively, and why this entire position group could swing from weakness to strength depending on how a few major questions are answered. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZY250XUYiS-yX7xOQCdLA/join 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Live from Bradenton, Jim and Doug kick off Bucco Brew with a spring-training check-in and a deep dive into the Pirates' fringe-roster race — headlined by Jhostynxon Garcia (aka “The Password”) and what his path to the big-league roster could look like. They break down what stood out in his first look (approach, hard contact, defense, and where he fits), plus rapid-fire thoughts on other bubble names like Nick Yorke, Enmanuel Valdez, Endy Rodriguez, and Esmerlyn Valdez — and why Spring Training reps matter for these guys. We're live from LECOM Park on home game days, with daily recaps, interviews, and more. Like, subscribe, and drop your “26th man” pick in the comments. Powered by De Fer Coffee & Tea 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley report on the latest spring training workout in Bradenton, Fla., with a focus on the battle for the fifth starter job. Who's standing out within the group of Jose Urquidy, Thomas Harrington, Hunter Barco and Carmon Mlodzinski? Is anyone becoming a favorite to join Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller and Bubba Chandler in the starting rotation? Our duo tackles those questions and also offers some insight on how camp is progressing for other names including Konnor Griffin, Endy Rodriguez, Ryan O'Hearn, Jake Mangum and Spencer Horwitz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Konnor Griffin is the story again as Griffin has been hitting buildings in batting practice. Griffin has to earn his spot and leave no doubt to make the Opening Day roster. Don Kelly said it's too early to tell if the Pirates rotation will be five or six pitchers. Colin isn't expecting Endy Rodriguez or Rafael Flores to get a starting spot at the moment and need more reps.
Tonight on WNS9+, we're joined by former Pirates catcher and current SportsNet Pittsburgh analyst Michael “Fort” McKenry for a conversation that's going to hit every nerve Pirates fans have right now. We start with Andrew McCutchen — why a return to Pittsburgh feels unlikely even though fans want it, and the debate Cutch has leaned into himself: can he still play the outfield? Fort doesn't just give an opinion — he lays out why he believes Cutch still has more in the tank, including why he thinks Cutch can be better at the plate than he was last season. Then we flip to Fort's home turf: the catching picture. What should the Pirates do with Henry Davis, Endy Rodriguez, Joey Bart, and Rafael Flores? Who fits best, what's realistic, and what's the biggest thing fans miss when evaluating catchers? We wrap with the left field mix and what additions like Jake Mangum and Jhostynxon Garcia could mean for the roster and the lineup. Catch the full episode on WNS9+ and drop your take in the comments: Are you bringing Cutch back — and where are you playing him? 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 #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley continue their series of podcasts looking back on the 2025 season and forward at moves GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly could make to improve. Did Henry Davis become good enough defensively to overcome his offensive shortcomings? Should Joey Bart have a role on this team as a struggling defender? And where do Endy Rodriguez and Rafael Flores fit into the future at the position? The guys ponder those questions as well as the DH spot, where Andrew McCutchen's future looms large. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Poni mentions that the Pirates never have a hard time finding a good closer. However, that was usually the case when Huntington was the GM. The Pirates traded Joe Musgrove to the Padres for a guy that recently retired from baseball, among two others that were not good. They also got Endy Rodriguez from the Mets in that deal. A caller says he likes Rafael Flores more because he plays first base as well as catcher. Another caller says that the Bednar trade made him buy Phillies hats for him and his wife and become a Phillies fan. Philip Rivers became a grandfather today.
Pirates saved roughly $20 million with the Bednar and Hayes trades. Jeff Passan loves the Bednar trade for the Pirates. Donny Football said on Twitter that it's incredible how bad Ben Cherington is at his job. Mullsy thinks the deal was below average for Ben Cherington. Poni says that one of the pros of the trade is that Flores has been productive in the minors. The Bednar trade does not measure up when compared to other deals. A caller calls for Ben Cherington to be fired now. An insider on Twitter said that the Bednar return was light in terms of the reliever market. We still don't have a Tommy Pham or IKF trade with 100 minutes until the trade deadline. A caller says that the Pirates won't reinvest the money they freed up. Poni and Mullsy both tweeted out polls asking if fans liked the Bednar trade, and both polls resulted in about 85% no. A caller is happy that Bednar got traded because he wants him to go win a World Series. Poni mentions that the Pirates never have a hard time finding a good closer. However, that was usually the case when Huntington was the GM. The Pirates traded Joe Musgrove to the Padres for a guy that recently retired from baseball, among two others that were not good. They also got Endy Rodriguez from the Mets in that deal. A caller says he likes Rafael Flores more because he plays first base as well as catcher. Another caller says that the Bednar trade made him buy Phillies hats for him and his wife and become a Phillies fan. Philip Rivers became a grandfather today.
On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down all the FAAB related news from the week and shine a spotlight on who may be available to pick up in your weekly FAAB bids. Michael King to IL with scapula injury, slept awkwardly Lane Thomas to IL with right foot fasciitis Jake Mangum returns to TB from the IL and Chandler Simpson gets the boot to AAA to make room; Kyle Gibson signs with TBPIT welcomes back Endy Rodriguez at the expense of Joey Bart hitting the 7-day concussion ILDL Hall reinstated by MIL, Logan Henderson sent downCamilo Doval officially named SF closerCorey Seager returns to TEX; Alejandro Osuna called Wenceel Perez back for DET, while Matt Vierling is gone as quickly as he returned, hitting the IL with shoulder inflammationJordan Lawler got his chance…. And then sent right back down to AAA. CIN option Luis Mey AND trade Alexis Diaz to LAD for minor league pitcher Mike Villani (drafted just last year). Miguel Castro is out for the season with a right knee injury. Who's playing 1B now for CWS? (They just sent down their two other 1B's last week)Mike Trout returns to LAA lineup on Friday, optioning OF Matthew Lugo. LAA also signs Chris Taylor and sends down early-season phenom Kyren ParisMatt Mervis and Ronny Simon expected to be DFA'd by MIA, call up Heriberto Hernandez (OF) and Jack Winkler (Infield). Xavier Edwards is playing 2B during his rehab assignment.Anthony Santander returns to IL with a left shoulder injury; Bo Bichette held from friday's gameAJ Smith Shawver had torn UCLJackson Jobe to IL with a flexor strainRockies get Thairo Estrada back from IL, call up Sam Hilliard. DFA Nick Martini, send Adael Amador to AAA. They also sign Orlando ArciaMountcastle left Friday's game with right hamstring discomfort, Mayo coming upBetts missing Friday waiting for Xray results on toe; stubbed it on Wednesday Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network
On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down all the FAAB related news from the week and shine a spotlight on who may be available to pick up in your weekly FAAB bids. Michael King to IL with scapula injury, slept awkwardly Lane Thomas to IL with right foot fasciitis Jake Mangum returns to TB from the IL and Chandler Simpson gets the boot to AAA to make room; Kyle Gibson signs with TBPIT welcomes back Endy Rodriguez at the expense of Joey Bart hitting the 7-day concussion ILDL Hall reinstated by MIL, Logan Henderson sent downCamilo Doval officially named SF closerCorey Seager returns to TEX; Alejandro Osuna called Wenceel Perez back for DET, while Matt Vierling is gone as quickly as he returned, hitting the IL with shoulder inflammationJordan Lawler got his chance…. And then sent right back down to AAA. CIN option Luis Mey AND trade Alexis Diaz to LAD for minor league pitcher Mike Villani (drafted just last year). Miguel Castro is out for the season with a right knee injury. Who's playing 1B now for CWS? (They just sent down their two other 1B's last week)Mike Trout returns to LAA lineup on Friday, optioning OF Matthew Lugo. LAA also signs Chris Taylor and sends down early-season phenom Kyren ParisMatt Mervis and Ronny Simon expected to be DFA'd by MIA, call up Heriberto Hernandez (OF) and Jack Winkler (Infield). Xavier Edwards is playing 2B during his rehab assignment.Anthony Santander returns to IL with a left shoulder injury; Bo Bichette held from friday's gameAJ Smith Shawver had torn UCLJackson Jobe to IL with a flexor strainRockies get Thairo Estrada back from IL, call up Sam Hilliard. DFA Nick Martini, send Adael Amador to AAA. They also sign Orlando ArciaMountcastle left Friday's game with right hamstring discomfort, Mayo coming upBetts missing Friday waiting for Xray results on toe; stubbed it on Wednesday Hosts: Adam Howe | Kevin HastingSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
On The WireAdam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down all the FAAB related news from the week and shine a spotlight on who may be available to pick up in your weekly FAAB bids. Michael King to IL with scapula injury, slept awkwardly Lane Thomas to IL with right foot fasciitis Jake Mangum returns to TB from the IL and Chandler Simpson gets the boot to AAA to make room; Kyle Gibson signs with TBPIT welcomes back Endy Rodriguez at the expense of Joey Bart hitting the 7-day concussion ILDL Hall reinstated by MIL, Logan Henderson sent downCamilo Doval officially named SF closerCorey Seager returns to TEX; Alejandro Osuna called Wenceel Perez back for DET, while Matt Vierling is gone as quickly as he returned, hitting the IL with shoulder inflammationJordan Lawler got his chance…. And then sent right back down to AAA. CIN option Luis Mey AND trade Alexis Diaz to LAD for minor league pitcher Mike Villani (drafted just last year). Miguel Castro is out for the season with a right knee injury. Who's playing 1B now for CWS? (They just sent down their two other 1B's last week)Mike Trout returns to LAA lineup on Friday, optioning OF Matthew Lugo. LAA also signs Chris Taylor and sends down early-season phenom Kyren ParisMatt Mervis and Ronny Simon expected to be DFA'd by MIA, call up Heriberto Hernandez (OF) and Jack Winkler (Infield). Xavier Edwards is playing 2B during his rehab assignment.Anthony Santander returns to IL with a left shoulder injury; Bo Bichette held from friday's gameAJ Smith Shawver had torn UCLJackson Jobe to IL with a flexor strainRockies get Thairo Estrada back from IL, call up Sam Hilliard. DFA Nick Martini, send Adael Amador to AAA. They also sign Orlando ArciaMountcastle left Friday's game with right hamstring discomfort, Mayo coming upBetts missing Friday waiting for Xray results on toe; stubbed it on Wednesday Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network
On his weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. With the sudden surge in Henry Davis' game and Endy Rodriguez waiting in the wings, could Joey Bart be a potential trade chip for GM Ben Cherington? What did the Pirates see in hitting coach Matt Hague, and how is he doing so far? What does the future hold for Jared Triolo? Why are fans and many in local media so hard on Oneil Cruz when he's the Pirates' most talented player? And are Mike Burrows and Braxton Ashcraft up in the major leagues just to build trade value for Cherington to bring in a hitter? Noah tackles those topics and more.
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.
In his weekly Pirates mailbag, insider Noah Hiles answers readers questions while the team plays on the West Coast. Will hot-hitting Enmanuel Valdez have a spot when Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzales return from injuries? Will Henry Davis go back to Triple-A when Endy Rodriguez comes back? And was Andrew McCutchen forced on Ben Cherington and Derek Shelton?
NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates are back in the win column thanks to a dominant performance on Skenes Day. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes' bounce-back outing, a complete team win featuring 14 hits, and an offense that went 8-for-10 with runners in scoring position. They dive into Henry Davis stepping in after Endy Rodriguez's injury, the historic battery moment, and standout performances from Justin Lawrence, Dennis Santana, and Enmanuel Valdez. The crew also gives away some Primanti Brothers sandwiches and tries to reverse the Rosati Curse by blaming Noah Hiles instead. Subscribe for more postgame reactions, Pirates talk, and giveaways after every game. 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 insider Noah Hiles reacts to the day in team news live around noon Eastern. Can manager Derek Shelton fix his team's sloppy mistakes from the season-opening series loss to the Miami Marlins over the weekend? What should he do about David Bednar and Colin Holderman, who've struggled in the bullpen early after issues in 2024? What should we make of Endy Rodriguez's first week at first base? And can Oneil Cruz correct some defensive gaffes in the outfield? Noah tackles those questions and more ahead of a series with the Tampa Bay Rays that begins Monday evening.
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?
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.
Endy Rodriguez or Henry Davis for backup catcher?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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Endy Rodriguez or Henry Davis for backup catcher? 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
If Joey Bart's the catcher, what of Henry Davis, Endy Rodriguez? 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
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