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PG columnist Jason Mackey joined the show. The guys asked Jason about the story brewing about Luis Ortiz and a potential gambling investigation. Investigators are looking 2 individual pitches in this story that apparently altered betting markets. The red-hot Pirates have won 6 straight games, but how long can they keep this going? Jason said this run does not change his mind about the current landscape of their front office. At what point should Ben Cherington be vindicated for his work? Jason does not trust Cherington to make notable trades involving Mitch Keller or David Bednar if those opportunities arise later this month. Jason fully expects Don Kelly to be back next season, but how much credit should Cherington get for that? Going back to the Derek Shelton firing, Jason believes it was a Bob Nutting call to make that change 38 games in. What should the expectation be for Spencer Horwitz?

The Pirates just swept the Mets and took the series from the Cardinals, and somehow we're starting to believe again. In this episode of the North Shore Nine Postgame Show, Tyler and Doug break down the Bucs' fifth straight win — a 1-0 nailbiter behind Paul Skenes' “struggling” five shutout innings, a clutch sac fly from Henry Davis, and game-saving defense from Tommy Pham and Spencer Horwitz. They also give flowers to Caleb Ferguson and Isaac Mattson, debate the Pirates' sudden cohesion under Don Kelly, and ask the question we're all thinking: what if they just win 10 in a row? Oh, and they give away sandwiches.

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates crushed the Cardinals 7-0 for their fourth straight dominant win, marking the first time since 1925 they've won four consecutive games by seven or more runs. Andrew Heaney was lights out, carrying a no-hitter into the sixth and striking out seven, while Spencer Horwitz sparked the offense with a leadoff homer and three RBIs. Jim and Neil break down Heaney's bounce-back outing, the lineup's resurgence, and what this hot stretch means for the Pirates heading into July. Plus, a quick look at Donnie Ball, potential trade deadline moves, and what to expect from Paul Skenes in his next start. 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

Spencer Horwitz at the leadoff spot worked Monday and Michael McKenry likes Horwitz there with his approach. He thinks Cruz could have a 19-20 home run month because the freedom of mind is coming for Cruz. He hit over 80 mph with his bat speed. Konnor Griffin has pulled his hands back for his timing and it's put him in a better position to catch up to the fastball.

The Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Jason Mackey size up the NFL free agent wide receiver market now that Aaron Rodgers is officially in the fold for the Steelers as QB. Should GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin be targeting Amari Cooper as one of the biggest names remaining? Allen Lazard as one of Rodgers' personal favorites? Or could they still convince Keenan Allen to come to Pittsburgh to play alongside names like DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson and Robert Woods? Our duo tackles those topics, as well as Jason's column on why Rodgers is the most important person in Pittsburgh sports right now. Then the guys pivot to hockey ahead of the NHL draft later this week. Should GM Kyle Dubas look to trade up? Or hold onto both of his first-round picks? Could he move draft capital to add firepower around Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Move out bad contracts to guys Erk Karlsson, Ryan Graves and Tristan Jarry? Or could names like Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust be on the trade block? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason analyze recent hot streaks for players including Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzales. Are they sustainable in the long run or just the latest flashes in the plan? Could those two guys preserve GM Ben Cherington's job by playing well? What should manager Don Kelly do with the struggling Oneil Cruz? Why is Bubba Chandler having trouble in the minors? And should Andrew McCutchen have a roster spot with this team next year if he continues to perform?

Spencer Horwitz is now hitting .280. Nick Gonzales went 5-5 on Monday and has significantly changed his outlook. What if a year from now the Pirates' key bats have developed, do we change the lens on Cherington? Will Cherington ever trade some of the pitching for a bat? The Pirates seem fearful to make a big move to acquire hitters.

Spencer Horwitz is hitting for a higher average and gets on base. Michael thinks he's getting comfortable and it's not easy sitting out the first month on a new team. He believes Don Kelly has done a better job communicating with players. Michael knows that David Bednar would sign an extension. He thinks Bednar could be an All-Star.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. The guys talked about a Pirates win in Milwaukee, which was helped by a 5-for-5 night from Nick Gonzales. Greg said teams like the Pirates can't afford to lose players like Gonzales because they don't have the luxury some others have. Greg thinks Spencer Horwitz is another guy that ‘can just plain hit' in this lineup. Brownie said Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds are the guys that need to carry this team in home runs. The guys talked about Cruz's outfield work and a few of the mishaps we've seen recently. Cruz has also gone into a terrible slump at the plate – why? Isaac Mattson has become one of the Pirates best stories, showcasing another local product. Greg credited Don Kelly for how some of the players have responded. Greg said it's hard not to root for the players. Greg hinted that Ben Cherington has something brewing about a month out of the trade deadline.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. The guys talked about a Pirates win in Milwaukee, which was helped by a 5-for-5 night from Nick Gonzales. Greg said teams like the Pirates can't afford to lose players like Gonzales because they don't have the luxury some others have. Greg thinks Spencer Horwitz is another guy that ‘can just plain hit' in this lineup. Brownie said Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds are the guys that need to carry this team in home runs. The guys talked about Cruz's outfield work and a few of the mishaps we've seen recently. Cruz has also gone into a terrible slump at the plate – why? Isaac Mattson has become one of the Pirates best stories, showcasing another local product. Greg credited Don Kelly for how some of the players have responded. Greg said it's hard not to root for the players. Greg hinted that Ben Cherington has something brewing about a month out of the trade deadline. Who could be on the move by the time we reach the MLB trade deadline? Donny Football Debrief – Does the NFL have a collusion problem?

The bats finally came alive. The Pirates erupted for 8 runs in the Pittsburgh heat, snapping out of a slow start to take down the Rangers. Tommy Pham had his legacy game—two doubles after going nearly 60 days without an extra-base hit. Mitch Keller asked “what the hell?” after getting no run support in his starts. Spencer Horwitz chipped in. Ke'Bryan Hayes looked sharp. And when Texas brought in Caleb Boushley to eat innings, the Pirates racked up 10 hits off him alone. As Jim put it: “Thank you, Rangers, for just giving this game away.” Oh—and yes, that means two lucky fans earned free Primanti's sandwiches. Hit play, raise the Jolly Roger, and enjoy a rare offensive outburst. 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

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates fall 3-2 to the Marlins, and Jim and Tyler are here to break it all down. They cover the missed chances with runners in scoring position, another wasted Mitch Keller quality start, and a ninth-inning rally that came up short. Plus, thoughts on Spencer Horwitz's struggles, Cabrian Hayes' bat, and Isaac Mattson's breakout performance. Catch the full recap, rants, and reaction—watch or listen now and subscribe for more postgame shows. 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

Jon Heyman thinks Donnie Kelly could ALREADY earn an extension! Austin doesn't think a five week stretch should excuse the last five years. The Pirates are 15-14 with Don Kelly. We need to see Henry Davis, Spencer Horwitz, and Nick Gonzales take big steps.

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: CBS Sports NFL writer Garrett Podell joined the show. Garrett agrees with Austin the Steelers are a 10 or 11 win team with Rodgers. Could Ben Cherington save his job with Don Kelly turning the Pirates around? Jon Heyman thinks Donnie Kelly could ALREADY earn an extension! The Pirates are 15-14 with Don Kelly. We need to see Henry Davis, Spencer Horwitz, and Nick Gonzales take big steps.

Pirates insider Noah Hiles from the PG joined the show. Noah gave Ben Cherington a 50/50 shot of being back in 2026. If the team has a winning record in their remaining 100+ games, he thinks there is a real chance Cherington comes back. How will the team handle things at the trade deadline? Noah said Mitch Keller would be the biggest name that ‘could' be on the move by late July. Noah's bold prediction is that Spencer Horwitz finishes second on the team in HRs.

The Steelers have wrapped up the first day of OTAs and Aaron Rodgers was nowhere to be found. He hasn't signed with the team, so why expect him to be there? Is it a big deal that Rodgers hasn't signed yet? When will the Steelers finally hold his feet to the fire? Who is to blame over this? TJ Watt was also a no-show at OTAs. Did anyone out there watch Aaron Rodgers on the Joe Rogan podcast? Pirates insider Noah Hiles from the PG joined the show. Noah gave Ben Cherington a 50/50 shot of being back in 2026. If the team has a winning record in their remaining 100+ games, he thinks there is a real chance Cherington comes back. How will the team handle things at the trade deadline? Noah said Mitch Keller would be the biggest name that ‘could' be on the move by late July. Noah's bold prediction is that Spencer Horwitz finishes second on the team in HRs.

Cruz has a mutli-homer game Friday and a go-ahead triple Saturday. He also has a nice moment with a fan Saturday. He appears to be healthy again. How are we feeling about Spencer Horwitz early in this? We will cover Burrows, Bubba, Konnor, and more, as well. Josh spent a couple days at the park, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberhttp://steelcitypirates.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bridge-to-buctober/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pirates grind out a 2-1 win behind Mitch Keller's strong start and a clutch triple from Oneil Cruz, with Spencer Horwitz and the bullpen coming up big. The NS9 crew recaps it all live from the field—plus, sandwich giveaways and vibes from a packed tailgate. 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

Joe and Bob are excited about Spencer Horwitz and he has had a good first week with the team. Horwitz hit his first home run on Thursday and Bob thinks the situation would be better for the team if he played earlier this season. Bob thinks Henry Davis could still become a good player.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Joe and Bob are excited about Spencer Horwitz and he has had a good first week with the team. Horwitz hit his first home run on Thursday and Bob thinks the situation would be better for the team if he played earlier this season. Bob thinks Henry Davis could still become a good player. When will Aaron Rodgers get here? Will Paul Skenes get the win tonight against Milwaukee?

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brother's Bailey Falter absolutely shoved and the Pirates somehow won a game 1-0 over the Reds. We break down the win, talk about Falter's heater, Cruz looking alive again, and yes—Spencer Horwitz actually being a real first baseman. Oh, and we gave away some sandwiches. If you missed the livestream, be better. Hit that like button, subscribe, and #RaiseIt with us. ☠️ Watch the full episode to hear the unfiltered reaction and analysis from the NS9 crew.

Join Jonathan Rice (@PhilPhan99) and Connor Williams (@Wins_Williams) for the Sulking Sunday Spectacular Show (that's 4 S's!) on Talk the Plank 3k via Fans First Sports Network (@FansFirstSN). Connor and Jonathan recap Paul Skenes' first career complete game before discussing Spencer Horwitz, Jared Jones, Nick Solak, and more. It gets a little feisty, so you don't want to miss this one! For the sake of tradition: Let's Go Bucs!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss several news and notes around Major League Baseball including another unfortunate injury for Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa, and potential improvement from the Royals' lineup in the months ahead before discussing 'Rivalry Weekend' and several players on the roster fringes in fantasy baseball leagues.Rundown0:57 Byron Buxton & Carlos Correa in Concussion Protocol8:23 Maikel Garcia: Skills Growth *and* First Quarter Heater?14:12 Spencer Strider: Returning During Nats Series: AJSS Sticking?21:56 Other News & Notes: Eury Pérez, Tyler Glasnow, Spencer Horwitz, and Carson Palmquist28:22 Rivalry Weekend: Anything You're Excited About?37:38 Weekend Waiver Preview50:20 Hitter Leaderboard: This Weekend's Bats to Consider54:21 Intriguing Names on the Pitching FrontFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pirates have scored four or fewer runs 20 games in a row. They're reaching lows dating back to 1908! The Pirates averaged 4.1 runs per game last year, this year they're averaging 3.1. Injuries have hurt the Pirates with Nick Gonzales and Spencer Horwitz missing the early part of the year.

Noah Hiles is reporting that Spencer Horwitz will be with the Pirates in Philly today. Adam Crowley heard, and multiple others have confirmed, the Steelers are interested in Saints wide receiver Chris Olave. Alan Saunders reported that a trade is unlikely. Former Pirates manager Gene Lamont is back as an MLB advisor.

Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Bob likes the Pirates bringing Gene Lamont back into the organization. Spencer Horwitz is going to be a contact hitter and get on base without providing a lot of power. This can still help the Pirates offense.

Hour 4 with Jason Mackey: Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Bob likes the Pirates bringing Gene Lamont back into the organization. Spencer Horwitz is going to be a contact hitter and get on base without providing a lot of power. Jason would not trade Paul Skenes right now and doesn't think they should. Can things get worse? Skenes is a part of the players association leadership. Jason thinks trading Skenes would send the wrong message.

Hour 3 with Jason Mackey: We believe the Steelers will handle business against the Jets. Jason is concerned about the Ireland trip and the Steelers leaving on Friday. Where is the "trap game?" Dan Orlovsky thinks the Steelers could start 0-6 with Mason Rudolph. Spencer Horwitz has joined the team. Adam Crowley heard, and multiple others have confirmed, the Steelers are interested in Saints wide receiver Chris Olave.

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?

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Maceky to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news, which included the release of the Steelers' schedule on Wednesday night. Is the NFL signaling that it expects Aaron Rodgers will ultimately sign with the team by creating a Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets, his former squad? How intrigued should we be by an early meeting with former Steelers QB Justin Fields? And is it a good thing or a bad thing that coach Mike Tomlin and Co. will face another late-season gauntlet with games against the Super Bowl-contending Bills, Ravens and Lions? Our duo tackles those questions, plus Jason's reaction to what we saw from names including Derrick Harmon, Will Howad, Kaleb Johnson and Jack Sawyer at rookie minicamp. Then on other fronts, they discuss the Penguins coaching search and College Football Playoff expansion. Is Washington Capitals assistant Mitch Love a name that should be high on fans' list? And is the ACC right in fighting the Big Ten and SEC proposals for how the playoff will look moving forward? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason react to Jason's interview with Pirates owner Bob Nutting following the firing of manager Derek Shelton last week. Does Nutting have any actual power to improve the Pirates' economic disadvantage against teams like the Dodgers, Mets and Yankees? Why did he fire Shelton but not GM Ben Cherington, who's also struggled in his role? Has Nutting oversold the impact of injuries to names like Spencer Horwitz and Jared Jones on the team's slow start? What can be done to get names like Bryan Reynolds back on track? And is it past time that Bubba Chandler was promoted to the big leagues?

Dan thinks a significant change could be made any day with the Pirates. The Pirates have a big issue developing hitters and Spencer Horwitz returning from the IL won't change much. Dan is guessing the organization would steer away from going all in on analytics.

Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzales are coming back soon, but can they make a huge difference? A change could happen before the All-Star Break if things continue in this direction. Austin thinks this could derail Bubba Chandler's debut time and push him back later in the year if the team continues losing.

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?

For many Jews, spring means Passover is coming. For the Menschwarmers, it means baseball season has started—and we're here to take a look at the top athletes in the MLB right now, including some of the league's highest-paid stars and young guys being shuffled around like baseball cards. We'll catch up on Alex Bregman, Max Fried, Spencer Horwitz, Bubby Rossman and many more. After that, we share some listener excitement about baseball being back, and read a poem submitted to us by Henry Schipper, who wrote a book of Jewish baseball poetry called The Ball Dreams of the Sky. But to kick things off, we celebrate the four top Jewish NCAA basketball coaches—Bruce Pearl, Todd Golden and Jon Scheyer—who all brought their teams to the NCAA Final Four. If you missed last week's episode diving deeper into their Jewish identities, catch up here. Credits Hosts: James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Coby Lipovitch (intro), chēēZ π (main theme, "Organ Grinder Swing") Support The CJN Follow the podcast on Twitter @menschwarmers Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Menschwarmers (Not sure how? Click here)

NS9 Postgame Show: Pirates Drop Another Heartbreaker in Miami Jim and Cody are here to break down an absolutely brutal end to the opening series of the 2025 season, as the Pirates fall 3-2 to the Marlins thanks to a walk-off wild pitch. The Bucs lose 3 of 4 to one of the league's worst teams, and the ghosts of last year's collapse are already showing. Topics include: Colin Holderman's second blown save of the series David Bednar's second loss and continued struggles Ji-Hwan Bae's baffling pinch-running sequence A lineup struggling in the clutch Andrew McCutcheon's homer and IKF's solid series Andrew Heaney's strong debut Why the Pirates need Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzalez ASAP Also discussed: Endy Rodriguez's throwing error, Bryan Reynolds looking comfortable in right field, and the team's overall lack of execution. Like the video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the bell so you never miss a postgame show. We'll be back after Game 1 against the Rays, looking for a better result. 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 #NorthShoreNine #MLB #LetsGoBucs #PostgameShow #PittsburghPirates #PiratesBaseball #NS9Live

It's not looking good for Jared Jones to be healthy to make the team and Carmen Mlodzinski will be in the rotation. Spencer Horwitz is getting closer, but likely won't be back until late April. Bob wants Matt Gorski to get a chance. Adam Frazier did not have a good spring, but they still see something in him to be a lock on the roster.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Is Aaron Rodgers going to be announced as the Steelers quarterback on April 9th during the Pat McAfee Show in Pittsburgh? It's not looking good for Jared Jones to be healthy to make the team and Carmen Mlodzinski will be in the rotation. Spencer Horwitz is getting closer, but likely won't be back until late April.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The LA Chargers cut edge rusher Joey Bosa and has missed a ton of time due to injury. Do you think the Steelers should sign Nick Chubb? Charles Davis has Jaxson Dart going third to the Giants in his latest mock draft. Spencer Horwitz and Tommy Pham need to have good years, plus Henry Davis needs to have a big year.

Joe and Bob are rooting for Spencer Horwitz and like him as a person. Joey Bart joined The PM Team and explained he worked with Barry Bonds in San Francisco and Bonds' ability to process information and previous at-bats is very impressive. Bart was in awe of Bonds and cool to work with him.

Henry Davis should be on the major league roster and is having a good spring. Spencer Horwitz and Tommy Pham need to be important pieces, but the Pirates need to develop a hitter they drafted to steer the ship. What do we think the offense can do this season?

Pirates 1B Spencer Horwitz joined the show. The guys asked Spencer about being traded to the Guardians then being traded to the Pirates about an hour later over the summer. Spencer admitted to being a Ravens fan and watching them smack around the Steelers in the playoffs this year. Spencer talked about the Joe Flacco team that won the Super Bowl about a decade ago and the dominant Super Bowl win against the Giants. Spencer talked about a tough moment at the plate when he was called up for the first time. Spencer talked about a few guys that he modeled his game after. Mullsy had a foodie question for Spencer. Spencer told the story of his first home run and that he gave the ball to his brother. The guys asked Spencer about his journey around baseball and growing up going to Camden Yards.

There has been a lot of discourse about the Steelers signing players, but what about cutting them? There are a few pretty logical cut candidates that would recoup them a few bucks. What are the latest projections on Steelers QB contracts? It sounds like Justin Fields will still be significantly cheaper than Russell Wilson. How does Wilson have a market? Chris doesn't envision a scenario where the Steelers are seriously talking to Russ unless he's the worst-case option. If the Fields number looks so affordable, why haven't the Steelers jumped on this? Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller joined the show. Mitch shared the news that he and his wife just had a baby before Mitch came down for spring training. Mitch talked about his upbringing and what got him really into baseball. Mitch said he played multiple sports growing up and why golf is a love of his. Mitch said there aren't many Buccos on his level in the golf game. Mitch is an Eagles fan, but did not watch the Super Bowl since he was driving to spring training. Pirates 1B Spencer Horwitz joined the show. The guys asked Spencer about being traded to the Guardians then being traded to the Pirates about an hour later over the summer. Spencer admitted to being a Ravens fan and watching them smack around the Steelers in the playoffs this year. Spencer talked about the Joe Flacco team that won the Super Bowl about a decade ago and the dominant Super Bowl win against the Giants. Spencer talked about a tough moment at the plate when he was called up for the first time. Spencer talked about a few guys that he modeled his game after. Mullsy had a foodie question for Spencer. Spencer told the story of his first home run and that he gave the ball to his brother. The guys asked Spencer about his journey around baseball and growing up going to Camden Yards.

If anyone outside of the clubhouse has their finger on the pulse of the Pittsburgh Pirates, it's long time play by play announcer Greg Brown. We are fortunate to have him join us on this episode to take a peek into the 2025 Pirates. With few roster roster and coaching changes can we expect much of the same or does one of the best young pitching staffs in baseball lead by All Rookie of the Year and CY Young candidate Paul Skenes take this team to a level they have not seen since 2013-2015.    Lets jump right into the off season, the team spent under 12 million dollars to fill spots that were in need. Did they really address these needs with upgrades when all they did were 1 year deals with aging veterans or guys looking for an opportunity?   Who would you say is the most important acquisition of the off season?    Spencer Horwitz was traded for in a 3 team deal to be a mainstay hopefully at first base. Coming in, Ben Cherrington knew that a wrist injury has been an issue. Why did he make the deal and if so why give up so much starting with Luis Ortiz?   With Horwitz out now, who will play first base in his absence? What is the timeline from his return and what can the Pirates expect from him.   Recently, the Pirates signed Tommy Pham, a 37 year old journeyman outfielder. Why? He has a history and a not so favorable one at that.    What role does Isiah Kiner-Falefa play on the 2025 Pirates? He has been known predominantly as a highly productive utility player but word on the street is that he could be the everyday shortstop and that's not his strong suit.   Where will the power source come from with this team? Andrew McCutcheon at 38 years old and Bryan Reynolds could be two sources.    Before we move on to the pitching staff, share what you believe will be the most days starting 8 (I know Shelton has his Sunday lineup).   Paul Skenes is a generational player. What can Pirate fans expect next from him after he was an All-Star, Rookie of the Year and a Cy Young candidate in his ¾ of a season.   Can Jared Jones maintain his #2 role? 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Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze discontent in the Steelers fan base over coach Mike Tomlin, owner Art Rooney II and the franchise's recent drought of NFL playoff wins. Do any moves GM Omar Khan could make this offseason matter as long as Tomlin is the coach and Rooney is the owner? Or will the franchise be doomed until big changes are made? And if there's hope, what moves could Khan make in NFL free agency, the NFL draft or the trade market to improve the mood of the fan base? Is it a splash at quarterback with options including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Matthew Stafford and Aaron Rodgers? A move for a big-time receiver opposite George Pickens? A new anchor for the defensive line? Or a proven cornerback opposite Joey Porter Jr.? Our duo ponders those questions, then pivots to Penguins. What's the most disappointing piece of their performance coming out of the break for the 4 Nations Face-off? Is it the goaltending with Joel Blomqvist and Alex Nedeljkovic? Struggling defensemen like Erik Karlsson? Or simply the effort level surrounding stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Then in the third segment, airing on the new PG Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason toss around some Pirates topics. Would it make sense to sign free agent first baseman Anthony Rizzo, given the team's need at that position following the Spencer Horwitz injury? Or is Rizzo and other free agent options like Jose Abreu or Yuli Gurriel too far past their prime? What does Jason think of the Andrew Heaney signing? And what does it mean for the depth of the rotation? Could the Pirates get creative to try to limit innings for Paul Skenes, Jared Jones and Mitch Keller?

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?

Spring Training is underway, and we're breaking down all the latest news from Bradenton! Anthony DiNardo, Jim, Tyler, and special guest Alex Stumpf dive into key Pirates storylines, including Ke'Bryan Hayes' health, Tommy Pham's impact, and Spencer Horwitz's injury. Can the Pirates actually contend in 2025? Let's discuss! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more Pirates content!

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start with a look at the Blue Jays' recently announced Spring Training rotation and lay out expectations for Yariel Rodriguez before going to the Back Leg Line (4:57) to answer listener questions! They get into how big of a distraction a walk year is for players, whether the Jays will regret trading Spencer Horwitz, what defines a 'generational talent,' and much more. Later, the Athletic's Jim Bowden (27:55) joins the show to discuss teams that should be targeting Vladimir Guerrero Jr. next offseason, why the Nationals make sense as a landing spot and whether the door is still open for the Jays on a Vladdy extension. Finally, he weighs in on how the Jays manage contract distractions, the plan for Bo Bichette, and Rafael Devers' commitment to third base in Boston.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Post-Gazette insiders Noah Hiles and Andrew Destin report on everything happening from Pirates spring training in Bradenton, Fla., on Tuesday. Noah and Andrew spoke with Pirates All-Star Bryan Reynolds on Tuesday, and he said the plan is for him to stick in right field, with no plans of appearing at first base. Is this smart, especially considering Spencer Horwitz's injury there? On the other hand, it appears Nick Yorke might get a look at first base. What does he need to do to give himself a chance at regular playing time there? And finally, they take a look at Colin Holderman, who is nursing some wrist issues. How can the Pirates manage that ailment so Holderman is at his best when they need him most? Our duo answers those questions and more.

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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the end of the Winter Meetings, then discuss the rest of what down in Dallas: the Max Fried signing and where the Yankees roster stands, the Garrett Crochet trade, referring to a single player as a “Red Sox,” the Andrés Giménez (and Spencer Horwitz) trades, the Rangers re-signing […]

Link to draft results- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/2025-fantasy-baseball-mock-draft-first-look-at-head-to-head-h2h-points-shows-paul-skenes-going-in-round-1/ Before we get into the mock draft, let's start with the Jake Burger trade (2:57). ... Nathan Eovaldi is returning to the Rangers (8:36). ... Spencer Horwitz was re-routed to the Pirates (10:30). ... Let's get into our first H2H points mock draft (19:05). What were the biggest differences between this draft and our first Roto mock? ... Jarren Duran went too late in this mock (24:25). ... What were some of the biggest pitching differences (29:46)? ... Who were some of the most surprising picks (38:55)? ... Did these young hitters get drafted too high, too low or just right (48:32)? ... We wrap up recapping each of our teams (55:00). To display your continued support of the show, please vote Fantasy Baseball Today in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best Baseball Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices