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Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the White Sox last week, Mike Shirley, and the Dash being 1 game away from a Championship on this edition of the FutureSox Podcast. 

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Scott and Adam recap the Pittsburgh Pirates’ series loss to the Chicago Cubs and break down what went wrong in Chicago.

We dive into the challenges of relying heavily on young arms down the stretch, including the impact of bullpen games, mental mistakes, and the difficulty of consistently finding ways to win with an inexperienced pitching staff. After dropping the first two games, the Pirates managed to scratch out a 4–3 win in the finale to avoid the sweep.

We also look ahead to the upcoming homestand at PNC Park against the Milwaukee Brewers. With Milwaukee already securing a postseason berth, the Pirates face another tough test as they head into the final stretch of the 2026 season.

In this episode:

-Cubs series recap

-What went wrong in Chicago

-The impact of relying on young pitchers

-Bullpen games down the stretch

-Mental mistakes and missed opportunities

-How the Pirates scratched out a Game 3 win

-Brewers series preview

-What to watch for during the upcoming homestand

-The Pirates' final stretch of the 2026 season

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The Buccos are rolling! 

We’re LIVE to recap a dominant sweep of the White Sox in Chicago as the Pirates continue to make noise down the stretch. We break down the biggest moments from the series, the players stepping up, and what’s fueling this recent run.

Then, it’s time to turn our attention to Wrigley Field. The Pirates head across town for a massive series against the Cubs, with plenty on the line as the season enters its final stretch.

We preview the matchup, discuss the key storylines, pitching battles, and what the Bucs need to do to keep the momentum going.

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Jacob and Danny talk about the past week of White Sox baseball, play a game of "Good, Bad or Indifferent", and the AL Central race and a BINGO update. Also, Jacob has news of a visitor?

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss the past week, the week ahead, Winston-Salem's postseason path, and what the future may hold for Hagen Smith on this edition of the FutureSox Podcast.

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The minor league season is officially in the books! Adam and Scott go DAHN ON THE FARM one final time this season to recap the entire Pirates minor league system.

We break down every Pirates affiliate, highlight the biggest performers and storylines from the season, hand out our Players of the Week, and look at which prospects made the biggest strides heading into the offseason.

From Triple-A Indianapolis to Double-A Altoona, High-A Greensboro, and Single-A Bradenton, we cover it all and take one final look at the future of the Pittsburgh Pirates!

🔥 IN THIS EPISODE:

Full Pirates minor league season recap

Indianapolis Indians

Altoona Curve

Greensboro Grasshoppers

Bradenton Marauders

Top performers and prospects

Biggest surprises of the season

Players of the Week

Who impressed us the most?

What's next for the Pirates' farm system?

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the White Sox last week, the Dash Playoff run, Stadium renderings, and Mune contract on this edition of the FutureSox Podcast. 

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EPISODE 419 OF BUCCO BANTR IS HERE!

Adam and Scott break down the latest Pirates action against the Los Angeles Angels and ask the biggest question: are Pittsburgh's playoff hopes still alive?

Jared Jones delivered a dominant performance, throwing six scoreless innings with nine strikeouts in a 1-0 Pirates victory. But the offense continues to be a major concern as Pittsburgh struggles to consistently generate runs.

We break down Jones' resurgence, the Pirates' offensive struggles, the current playoff picture, and what Pittsburgh needs to do down the stretch to keep their postseason hopes alive.

Then, we look ahead to the upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox and discuss what the Pirates need to accomplish on the road.

🔥 Jared Jones DOMINATES

⚾ Pirates playoff push

📉 Offensive struggles

🏴‍☠️ Can Pittsburgh make the postseason?

🔥 Pirates vs. White Sox preview

📈 What needs to happen down the stretch?

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Bucco Bantr is back live from Brave Bean Coffee Company ahead of Game 3 against the Angels at PNC Park! The Pirates are looking to lock up another series win as they take on the last-place Angels, and we’re breaking down everything happening around the Buccos as they head into another important stretch of the season.

We recap Games 1 and 2, discuss what’s clicking for the Pirates, what still needs to improve, and which players have been making an impact. Plus, we discuss our exciting announcement from the weekend and the road ahead for Bucco Bantr.

As always, there’s plenty of Pirates talk, some good laughs, and much more from the North Shore. Grab your coffee, settle in, and join us for another live edition of Bucco Bantr!

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The final stretch is here, and the Buccos are still giving us plenty to talk about!

On this live episode, we recap the Pirates’ series win over the Giants at PNC Park, breaking down the biggest moments, standout performances, and what stood out as Pittsburgh continues to battle through the final weeks of the season.

Then, we turn our attention to the upcoming weekend series against the Angels and look at what the Pirates can expect as the season winds down. From the young players making an impact to the roster decisions and storylines worth watching, we cover all things Buccos as the calendar flips to September.

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