With Joey Bart hitting the IL and Endy Rodriguez back in the mix, the Pirates’ catching situation just got a whole lot more interesting. Tonight, we dive deep into the chaos behind the plate — from Henry Davis' recent surge to Endy's return and what it means for the future.

We also check in on the early returns from the Don Kelly era — has anything actually changed since Shelton was fired? Plus: is it time to cut bait with guys like Pham or Triolo? When will we see Dauri Moreta again?

And of course, it wouldn't be a North Shore Nine episode without a little Paul Skenes talk. We break down his dominance, the national buzz, and whether we’re still somehow underrating him.

We wrap things up with a quick preview of the Pirates’ upcoming series vs. the Padres.

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