It was a rough weekend at PNC Park as the Pirates were swept at home by the San Diego Padres. We break down what went wrong and then we look ahead to the upcoming road trip to St. Louis, where the Bucs will try to bounce back against a Cardinals team also fighting to stay alive in the NL Central. Lastly, we reveal our Players of the Week — who stood out in an otherwise forgettable series.

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The Pirates dropped 2 of 3 at home against the Chicago Cubs in a frustrating series that exposed some lingering issues. We break down what went wrong, a few bright spots worth mentioning, and how the Bucs can bounce back. Then, we shift focus to the upcoming series against the San Diego Padres. Can the Pirates regroup and defend home turf? We preview the key matchups, players to watch, and what Pittsburgh needs to do to get back on track. It’s all right here on Bucco Bantr!

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On this week's episode of Dahn on the Farm, we discuss the latest headlines circulating the Pirates minor league system - from IL stints to affiliate promotions and much more. We also run through the last week of game action across all affiliates and highlight the key performers. Lastly, we are joined by repeat guest, Pirates 2024 1st round pick and top prospect, Konnor Griffin. Konnor updates us on his time in big league camp and his first month of pro ball in Bradenton.

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In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we break down the latest road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Then, we look ahead to the Pirates' upcoming home series against the Chicago Cubs, highlighting the probable pitching matchups and keys to winning the series. To wrap things up, we announce our Hitter and Pitcher of the Week. Tune in for all the latest Bucco talk!

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If you didn't catch our LIVE steam 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 our live show here. We discuss the Pirates road trip out west and answer fan questions on the current state of the franchise.

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In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we break down the Pirates’ recent road series against the Los Angeles Angels — from standout performances to key missed opportunities. We’ll highlight who’s hot, who’s not, and what trends are starting to take shape. Then, we shift gears and preview the upcoming showdown at Chavez Ravine as the Bucs take on the Dodgers. Can the Pirates keep pace against one of the NL's top squads? We’ve got matchups to watch, pitching probables, and everything you need to know heading into the next big series in L.A.

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We're debuting a brand-new weekly series: Dahn on the Farm – your go-to recap of the past week in Pirates minor league action across all affiliates. Each episode will break down standout performances, rising prospects, and storylines you need to know from the farm system.

To kick things off, we sit down with one of the Pirates’ most exciting 2025 international free agent signings – right-handed pitcher Robinson Smith out of Australia. We talk about his journey to pro ball, his unique pitching arsenal, and what excites him most about joining the Buccos organization.

Don’t miss this first installment of Dahn on the Farm, where you can learn everything you need to know about the Young Bucs.

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This week on Bucco Bantr, we break down everything that went down at PNC Park over the weekend—including the disappointing sweep by the Cleveland Guardians and the buzz around Paul Skenes Bobblehead Day. We also answer some fan-submitted questions about the current state of the Pirates and what changes (if any) could be coming. Plus, we preview the upcoming road trip out west as the Bucs take on the Los Angeles Angels, and we wrap things up by announcing our Players of the Week. Tune in and let’s talk Bucs!

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In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we break down the Pirates’ impressive four-game series win over the Washington Nationals, taking 3 out of 4 at PNC Park. From strong starting pitching to timely hitting, we highlight the key performances that fueled the Bucs' home stand momentum.

Then, we shift gears and preview the upcoming weekend series against the Cleveland Guardians—a regional showdown with plenty of intrigue. Can the Pirates keep the energy going against one of the American League's top squads? Tune in for all that and more, including our players to watch and series predictions.

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This week on Bucco Bantr, we break down a tough road trip as the Pirates get swept out of Cincinnati. We recap the key moments (and missed opportunities) from the Reds series and what went wrong at the plate. Then we look ahead to the upcoming home stand against the Washington Nationals and what to expect out of their projected starters.

Plus, we head Dahn on the Farm to spotlight some standout minor league performers making noise and climbing the ranks — future help might be on the way. And as always, we wrap things up by naming our Players of the Week from both the big league club and the farm system.

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