The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially fired manager Derek Shelton, and the NS9 crew is here with immediate reaction and full breakdown. Don Kelly has been named the new manager, and while the move comes as a shock to some, it’s been a long time coming for many in the fanbase.

In this episode, Anthony DiNardo and Tyler Sweeney go live to unpack everything: why Shelton was let go, what it says about Ben Cherington and the front office, and what Don Kelly’s promotion signals for the rest of the 2025 season and beyond. They also discuss who might’ve made the final call, the team’s disastrous start to the year, and what comes next for the struggling franchise.

Plus, Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to provide inside perspective, including when he thinks Cherington’s time might be up.

📺 Watch the full episode for analysis, reaction, and what's next for the Bucs.

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