In our latest podcast episode, we discuss the Pirates' release of Trey Cabbage. We then follow up with talk of their latest trade, acquiring Enmanuel Valdez, and what impact that has on the roster.

We wrap up with talk on the second base position in general, is it Nick Gonzales' spot to lose? Who could get in his way of being the Opening Day second baseman?

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We recap the 2024 Winter Meetings, which included the big trade the Pirates made to acquire Spencer Horwitz in exchange for three pitchers, one of which was Luis Ortiz.

Then we talk about some early candidates the Pirates could take with the sixth overall pick in the 2025 draft.

Finally, we talk about the Rule 5 draft and what still needs to be done in the offseason.

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After taking a break for the holidays, Nola and Murphy are back to talk about the upcoming Winter Meetings. Should the Pirates take anyone? Are there any early favorites for the 2025 draft?

We also talk about the offseason to this point, how it impacts the Pirates, and if a Salary Cap would help create parity.

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In our latest podcast episode, we discuss Paul Skenes winning the Rookie of the Year award and his actual chances of winning the Cy Young despite being a finalist.

We then move over to the recently concluded Arizona Fall League and our takeaways from the Pirates players who participated.

Finally, we look at Baseball America’s recent Top 10 update for the Pirates system that also included a look at their potential 2028 lineup and rotation, as well as the best tools in the system.

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In our latest podcast episode, the offseason is officially underway, with the pending free agents officially hitting the market.

We lead off our conversation with the addition of Trey Cabbage through waivers. What kind of fit can he provide and how the Pirates could be shifting focus on who they bring into the system?

Then, we take a look at the free agent class and who makes sense for the Pirates. How best should the Pirates approach this offseason?

We take a look at positions of focus and who might fit all on our latest podcast episode!

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In our latest podcast episode, we discuss the upcoming offseason for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as well as the important dates to follow, and there is no better person to bring on than Ethan Hullihen.

Listen to Nola, Murphy, and Ethan talk about what the important dates are this offseason, including the Rule 5 and Draft Lottery.

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In our latest podcast episode, we talk about the World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers, with a prediction of the winner.

We then talk about the Arizona Fall League, now two weeks in. Who has stood out?

Finally, we talk about various Winter Leagues underway, and after the Endy Rodriguez injury last year, is sending players still worth it?

In the latest podcast episode, we discuss the Arizona Fall League, which has since kicked off. We take a look at the nine prospects the Pittsburgh Pirates sent to Arizona, including Termarr Johnson.

We then wrap up the show with a few players from around the league who will be playing, not from the Pirates’ organization.

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In our latest podcast episode, Nola and I discuss some of the top performers of the 2024 season. We also discuss some disappointing seasons, one thing to watch the last week of the season, and some early off-season storylines.

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With the season winding down and only one affiliate left playing, Nola and Murphy discuss some potential names the Pirates could send to the Arizona Fall League, which begins in October.

They then look back at the site’s original top 25 prospect list and give some reactions after the entire season. They also look at their predictions on breakout and players to watch going into the year.

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