Bucco Bantr

We kicked off our first-ever live show at Brave Bean Coffee Company and it did not disappoint.

Starting now, you can catch us live every Sunday morning during Pirates home weekends, bringing you real-time reactions, analysis, and plenty of bantr right from the North Shore.

On this episode, we break down the Pirates’ hot start against the Cincinnati Reds, dive into some of the biggest storylines surrounding the team, and hit on a few topics that have fans buzzing. From standout performances to early-season takeaways, we cover it all—and then some.

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The vibes took a hit this week.

On this episode of Bucco Bantr, we go LIVE to break down a brutal four-game sweep at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals — a series that felt like it slipped away in every possible way. From late-game collapses to missed opportunities, we dive into what went wrong, who’s struggling, and what it means for this Pirates team moving forward.

But there’s no time to dwell.

With the first-place Cincinnati Reds coming to town, the stakes only get higher. We preview a pivotal weekend series, key pitching matchups, and what the Pirates need to do to stop the bleeding and get back on track in the division race.

Frustration is high — but so is the urgency. Let’s talk about it.

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Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen talk through standouts in Charlotte, Winston-Salem, and Kannapolis. They discuss when pitchers from Triple-A may reach Chicago, a pair of rapidly surging bats in High-A, and more.

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Jacob and Danny talk about the past week of White Sox baseball, including more roster churn, continued offensive outbursts, and of course bingo!

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Dahn On The Farm with Pirates pitching prospect Zander Mueth 🔥

We sit down with Zander to talk about the jump to pro ball, the adjustments he’s making on the mound, and what he’s dialing in this season. Plus, he gives Pirates fans a glimpse of what to expect as he climbs through the system.

A name you’re gonna want to remember. 🎯

We also break down game recaps at all affiliates and give you our minor league hitter and pitcher of the week!

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox return with another episode of the FutureSox podcast, part of the Just Baseball Media Network. They will discuss the major league rotation and some Roch talk.

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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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Jacob and Danny talk about recent call ups, possible incoming call ups, and a road trip full of offense? All that and more, including a bingo card update.

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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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