EPISODE 331 of Bucco Bantr is LIVE 🏴‍☠️

The Pirates take 2 of 3 from the division rival Brewers and we’ve got a full series breakdown from start to finish. This one had a little bit of everything — dominant pitching, young bats starting to click, and signs that this Pirates team is continuing to trend in the right direction.

We dive into Konnor Griffin getting more comfortable at the plate and adjusting to big league pitching, plus what we’re seeing mechanically and approach-wise that should have fans excited. On the mound, Paul Skenes was electric once again, flirting with perfection and showing why he’s quickly becoming one of the most dominant arms in baseball. And at the dish, Nick Gonzales is starting to heat up in a big way — we break down his recent surge and what it could mean for the lineup moving forward.

We also cover key moments from each game, bullpen takeaways, lineup trends, and how the Pirates were able to secure a big series win against a tough NL Central opponent.

If you’re a Pirates fan, this is your go-to recap for everything you need to know from the series.

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We’re LIVE breaking down everything from the Pirates’ series against the Rangers and looking ahead to a massive weekend set in Milwaukee with serious NL Central implications. With the division race starting to take shape, this one feels like an early tone-setter.

We dive deep into Konnor Griffin’s start to the season—what’s stood out, what’s real, and how his development is tracking as one of the most exciting young players in the organization. Plus, we spend time on Oneil Cruz’s breakout, unpacking the adjustments, the impact, and what it could mean for the Pirates’ lineup moving forward.

From big-picture division talk to player-focused analysis, this episode has everything you need heading into a crucial weekend.

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Bench Bantr is officially LIVE from PNC Park 🎤

Our brand new series takes you inside the dugout with players and coaches from the Pittsburgh Pirates — and we’re kicking things off with Bucco Bantr legend Isaac Mattson.

We talk about Isaac’s workload this season, how he stays locked in for big moments, the proper way to hoist a cone, and his thoughts on this 2026 Pirates squad.

This is access you won’t get anywhere else.

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We’re Dahn on the Farm with Pirates prospect Eddie Rynders! ⚾️

Coming out of the prep scene in Wisconsin, Eddie takes us through his journey from high school ball to the professional ranks. He talks about the transition to pro baseball, the biggest adjustments he’s had to make early on, and what it’s like developing inside the Pirates system.

From draft day emotions to life in the minors, this is a great look at one of the organization’s young players putting in the work and chasing the dream.

Scott, Adam, and Producer Jay also breakdown the last week in the Pirates system and highlight the top performers.

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Episode 327 of Bucco Bantr — the Pirates take 2 of 3 from the Tampa Bay Rays and we were at PNC Park for all of it.

Friday night brought the debut of the new City Connect uniforms and the Bucs showed out against Tampa Bay. After battling through rain delays on Saturday, we wrapped up the weekend on Sunday as the Pirates secured the series win.

We break down everything from the starting pitching performances that carried the series to the bullpen concerns that still need to be cleaned up moving forward. Plus, we preview the upcoming matchup against the Texas Rangers and what pitching matchups to expect.

If you’re riding with the Bucs, this is everything you need coming out of the homestand.

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The Alex Stumpf Show is LIVE from PNC Park as we break down the Pirates’ series split with the Washington Nationals and what went wrong down the stretch. The bullpen continues to be a major storyline—can they bounce back before it costs more games?

We also dive into Marcell Ozuna heating up at the plate, the dominance of this Pirates pitching staff, and what it all means heading into a crucial series against the Tampa Bay Rays to close out the homestand.

From key takeaways to what needs fixed ASAP, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about the Bucs right now.

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The Pirates return home and come away with a split in a four-game set against the Nationals—but it didn’t come without some frustrations. In this live episode, we break down what went wrong in the two losses, including ongoing bullpen concerns, costly defensive miscues, and where things need to tighten up moving forward.

We also shift our focus to a compelling weekend matchup against the Rays. With intriguing pitching matchups on deck, we dive into what to watch for, where the Pirates may have an edge, and the key factors that could determine the outcome of the series.

What needs to improve? Who needs to step up? And can the Pirates take advantage of a tough Rays squad? We cover it all live.

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Scott sits dahn with Pirates third base prospect Murf Gray for an awesome conversation about his journey to pro ball and what it’s been like adjusting to life in the Pirates system. From the grind of getting drafted to developing at the next level, Murf gives a real look into what it takes to chase the dream.

Murf is the absolute man—easy to root for and someone Pirates fans should definitely keep an eye on 👀

We then bring you all of the updates from the affiliates in the Pirates system and highlight this weeks key performers.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates head into Chicago and take 2 of 3 from the Chicago Cubs—not always pretty, but a series win is a series win.

Scott and Adam break it all down:

The bullpen continues to walk a tightrope—late innings getting a little too interesting and raising real questions about roles moving forward

Oneil Cruz is starting to heat up in a big way, showing signs of the breakout Pirates fans have been waiting for

What moves need to be made NOW to stabilize this roster before things spiral

Plus, we look ahead to the upcoming home series against the Washington Nationals and what the Bucs need to do to keep stacking wins at PNC.

Not the cleanest baseball, but progress is progress—and this team is finding ways to win.

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If you didn't catch our LIVE stream this weekend or get the opportunity to stop by Allegheny Coffee & Tea Exchange in the Strip District to ask questions, tune in to the audio of our live show here. We discuss the latest Pirates news and answer fan questions on the start to the season.

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