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Adam and Chris conclude the Costner trilogy with Bull Durham- the baseball movie that started the huge run of baseball movies through the 90s. It follows a fireballing young pitcher with a cool name, a veteran catcher with a cool name, and sultry poetess with a cool name. This episode definitely isn't for the kiddos, because this movie has a healthy dose of Party Action. Don't think, just get your popcorn ready (It's more democratic).

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Adam and Scott are BACK for Episode 272 of Bucco Bantr, breaking down everything you need to know about the Pittsburgh Pirates offseason and the moves that could shape the 2026 roster.

We recap the latest MLB offseason signings including Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, JT Realmuto, and Victor Caratini, and discuss how those deals impact the Pirates’ flexibility and trade market. With Philadelphia missing out on Bo Bichette, we explain why an Alec Bohm trade now looks unlikely.

Adam floats a bold trade idea involving Astros slugger Isaac Paredes, while Scott targets bullpen help by proposing a deal that sends Joey Bart for reliever Hunter Bigge. Would either move make sense for the Pirates?

We close out the show with a must-hear discussion on Andrew McCutchen — should the Pirates bring Cutch back again, and how does he realistically fit on this roster?

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• Should the Pirates trade for Isaac Paredes?
• Would you move Joey Bart to upgrade the bullpen?
• Do you want Andrew McCutchen back in Pittsburgh?
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We sit down with Max Kwan, Vice President of International Scouting for the Pittsburgh Pirates, for a must-watch episode of the Bucco Bantr Podcast. Max breaks down his incredible baseball journey—from playing at Tulane and Washington, to playing minor league baseball, to becoming one of the most influential international talent evaluators in Major League Baseball.

🌎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🔥 How Max Kwan transitioned from pro player to elite international scout

🔥 The challenges of scouting and projecting talent at young ages worldwide

🔥 How the Pirates identify and develop raw international talent

🔥 Inside the state-of-the-art Dominican Republic facility that sets the standard across MLB

🔥 Key international signings from Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia

🔥 Why the Pirates’ latest international signing class could be special

🔥 What’s next for Pittsburgh on the global baseball stage

🏴‍☠️ Kwan discusses his second stint with the Pirates after originally joining the organization in 2014 and his instrumental role in signing players such as Ji Hwan Bae, Tsung-Che Cheng, Jun-Seok Shim, David Matoma, Alessandro Ercolani, and Brandan Bidois.

Now, as VP of International Scouting, his mission is simple: find the next wave of Pirates talent across the globe.

👉 If you love MLB scouting, Pirates baseball, player development, or international prospects — this episode is for you.

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🔥 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Chris Devenski Opens Up on His MLB Journey | Bucco Bantr Podcast 🔥

The Bucco Bantr Podcast sits down with Chris Devenski, the newest pitcher in the Pittsburgh Pirates system, for an in-depth and honest conversation about his incredible MLB career and the adversity that shaped it.

From a World Series Champion, MLB All-Star, and 4th-place Rookie of the Year finisher, Devenski’s career exploded onto the scene. But baseball isn’t always linear. Chris opens up about battling injuries, navigating DFAs, and staying mentally strong through the toughest moments — all while grinding his way to 10 MLB seasons and now entering his 11th year with the Pirates organization.

⚾ In this episode, we discuss:

• Chris Devenski’s early MLB breakout

• Overcoming injuries & roster uncertainty

• Mental toughness at the highest level

• His bullpen approach and pitching mindset

• What Pirates fans can expect from him in 2025

• Advice for young players facing adversity

This is a must-watch for Pirates fans, MLB fans, and anyone interested in the mental side of professional sports.

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🏴‍☠️ BUCCO BANTR: THE ALEX STUMPF SHOW 🏴‍☠️

Alex Stumpf is BACK on Bucco Bantr—and he’s here to bring Pirates fans down a notch (all jokes aside… kind of).

In this episode of The Alex Stumpf Show, Alex breaks down the current Pittsburgh Pirates offseason landscape, starting with the Eugenio Suárez trade market and why he believes the Pirates are officially out on the power-hitting third baseman.

From there, we pivot to realistic alternatives at third base, debate internal vs. external options, and discuss what the front office might actually do as the offseason continues. We also dive into the starting rotation, where Alex believes the Pirates are far from finished—even if a splashy move isn’t coming.

⚾ In this episode, we discuss:

💣 Why the Pirates are likely out on Eugenio Suárez

📉 Reality-checking expectations for a “big” power bat

🔄 Yoán Moncada as a potential bounce-back option

🤨 Alec Bohm trade rumors—and why Alex doesn’t love the fit

🧠 Whether Jared Triolo can step up as the everyday third baseman

🔥 Internal development vs. external upgrades

🎯 Why José Quintana is the front-runner to bolster the rotation

🧩 What kind of pitching move the Pirates are likely to make

🏴‍☠️ Why the Pirates may not be done—even without a “sexy” signing

Alex offers a grounded, informed look at where the Pirates stand and what fans should realistically expect as the offseason unfolds.

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💬 Do you agree the Pirates are out on Eugenio Suárez?

⚾ Who should be the Opening Day third baseman?

🔥 Is José Quintana the right rotation add?

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It's the middle of January and there are still holes that need filling on the Southside. The White Sox have been said to be one of the teams that is "winning" the offseason. Jacob and Danny discuss what could lie ahead.

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Pirates Free Agent Ryan O’Hearn on Perseverance, Becoming an All-Star, and Choosing Pittsburgh

The Bucco Bantr Podcast sits down with new Pittsburgh Pirates free agent Ryan O’Hearn for an in-depth, honest, and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss.

Ryan opens up about his long, winding journey through professional baseball—from being traded, designated for assignment (DFA’d), and fighting to stay in the league, to ultimately turning his career around and becoming an All-Star with the Baltimore Orioles in 2025. This interview dives deep into what it really takes to persevere when the odds are stacked against you.

⚾ In this episode, Ryan O’Hearn discusses:

🔁 His mental approach to surviving the ups and downs of pro baseball

💪 How he stayed confident through trades, DFA’s, and uncertainty

🔓 The moment things finally clicked in Baltimore

⭐ What it meant to reach the All-Star level after years of adversity

🏴‍☠️ Why he chose the Pittsburgh Pirates in free agency

🧠 How Pirates manager Don Kelly helped push the deal across the finish line

🎯 The mental side of hitting during a long MLB season

⚙️ His swing mechanics and in-season adjustments

🤝 How he works with hitting coaches to stay adaptable and keep learning

🔥 What Pirates fans can expect from him every single day

Ryan also sends a clear message to the city of Pittsburgh: you’re getting a grinder. A player who shows up every day, gives everything he has, and competes with intensity, effort, and professionalism.

This episode is a must-watch for:

🏴‍☠️ Pittsburgh Pirates fans

⚾ MLB fans interested in the mental side of the game

📈 Players and coaches looking to learn about swing adjustments and development

❤️ Anyone who loves stories of perseverance, growth, and belief

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE | BUCCO BANTR PODCAST ⚾🔥

Another future Pittsburgh Pirate you need to know — Josh Tate.

In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we’re joined by 2025 Pittsburgh Pirates draft pick Josh Tate, a standout out of Georgia Southern whose college and pro journey is all about growth, adjustment, and earning everything the hard way.

Josh takes us inside his path through college baseball, starting with a year at the University of Georgia, followed by a pivotal transfer to Georgia Southern — a move that helped shape him into the player the Pirates believed in on draft day. We talk about the challenges of changing environments, trusting the process, and betting on yourself when the road isn’t straightforward.

We also dive into Josh’s early days in professional baseball, including:

⚾ The biggest adjustments he’s had to make since turning pro

⚾ What the Pirates organization has him focused on right now

⚾ How his game is evolving at the next level

⚾ The mindset he brings to the field every day

⚾ What Pirates fans can expect when they watch Josh Tate play

This episode is packed with insight for:

• Pittsburgh Pirates fans

• MLB Draft & prospect followers

• College baseball fans

• Players navigating transfers and development

• Anyone who loves behind-the-scenes baseball stories

Josh’s honesty, work ethic, and attention to detail stand out — and it’s easy to see why the Pirates made him a priority in the 2025 MLB Draft. Get to know Josh Tate now, before he becomes a familiar name in the Pirates system.

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Adam and Chris dive into For the Love of the Game, a love to story to baseball as told by two humans that are absolutely incapable of the act of love. Billy Chapel is in the twilight of his career after 19 seasons with the Detroit Tigers, and he has to make a decision on returning to baseball, or retiring to focus on his woodworking hobby. Settle in, get your popcorn ready, and watch a movie with us that really shows you how gross and stupid every Yankee fan is when they're in public.

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss possible destinations for trade candidates such as Lenyn Sosa and Korey Lee, in addition to a rumor from today about Luis Robert. They also touch on the updated Fangraphs White Sox Top Prospects List.

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