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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