We are closing in on an hour before the trade deadline is here. Are the Pirates going to pull the trigger on anything of significance? It’s a frustrated feeling. Ben Cherington needs to reciprocate the effort that his roster has put forth this season. It is a failure that falls at the feet of Cherington more than anyone else. It’s getting late early out there.

BREAKING: The Pirates have acquired Bryan De La Cruz from the Marlins.

BREAKING: The Pirates have acquired Isiah Kiner-Falefa from the Blue Jays.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg loves when the Pirates are involved on trade deadline day, but isn’t privy to what might be happening in the front office at this very moment. Greg is holding out hope that there is something big on the way – referencing the moves that were made in the last decade+ when the team was in it. Greg does like the acquisition of Jalen Beeks and thinks it fits a left-handed reliever need. Greg doesn’t think their pitching will die on the vine this year. Why didn’t the Pirates make a move to acquire someone like Jesse Winker? Greg thinks the analytics group will be tested because it’s the first time Ben Cherington has been in a buying situation. Greg thinks Cherington will add to the lineup before 6 pm.

What will the Pirates do in the next 90 minutes or so? Anything of significance?

Steelers reporter Brooke Pryor from ESPN joined the show. Brooke answered questions about a potential injury to Roman Wilson today at practice. She doesn’t think it’s anything super serious and mentioned how Wilson had been getting some run with the one’s at practice. The guys wanted Brooke to paint a picture of Russell Wilson so far at camp, who has been mostly inactive. What does Brooke think of the Justin Fields performance so far? Brooke talked about how things are shaking out on the offensive line so far.

Steelers reporter Brooke Pryor from ESPN joined the show. Brooke answered questions about a potential injury to Roman Wilson today at practice. She doesn’t think it’s anything super serious and mentioned how Wilson had been getting some run with the one’s at practice. The guys wanted Brooke to paint a picture of Russell Wilson so far at camp, who has been mostly inactive. What does Brooke think of the Justin Fields performance so far? Brooke talked about how things are shaking out on the offensive line so far.

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg loves when the Pirates are involved on trade deadline day, but isn’t privy to what might be happening in the front office at this very moment. Greg is holding out hope that there is something big on the way – referencing the moves that were made in the last decade+ when the team was in it. Greg does like the acquisition of Jalen Beeks and thinks it fits a left-handed reliever need. Greg doesn’t think their pitching will die on the vine this year. Why didn’t the Pirates make a move to acquire someone like Jesse Winker? Greg thinks the analytics group will be tested because it’s the first time Ben Cherington has been in a buying situation. Greg thinks Cherington will add to the lineup before 6 pm.

MLB Trade Deadline Roundtable.

Trade Deadline Roundtable – The Pirates bullpen has had flames around it in trade reports even as they hang around in the playoff race. Is it smart to move off relievers if you are in it? Will Aroldis Chapman be moved in the next few hours? How should the organization feel about the young hitters on the roster? Making a change with Andy Haines is an idea that is out the door at this point in the season. Dan and Jason give their final predictions before they exit.

Trade Deadline Roundtable – Taylor Ward anyone? Dan threw out the name Kevin Pillar, but the guys didn’t seem thrilled. Who are the players still out there that could realistic be a fit? Which prospects should we be OK with parting with? How much could the Pirates expend when it comes to their farm system?

Trade Deadline Roundtable – The Pirates are now ‘out’ on Yandy Diaz. Who are some names to look out for? Jason likes the idea of Bryan De La Cruz from the Marlins. Is that a player with enough pop to make a difference? Jason also thinks there could be a negative impact in the clubhouse, not just the fanbase, if the Pirates don’t do anything. Why did they lose out on Jazz Chisholm and how close were they truly to getting him? Is Michael A. Taylor a real answer in centerfield down the stretch?

Trade Deadline day is here. Will the Pirates do something of significance? So far, it’s been very minor moves. Will the GM make a spark? Another valiant effort to win last night putting this team in the thick of it, but the effort has yet to be reciprocated by the ownership and general manager.

What do fans think the Pirates will do in the next few hours?

Tampa Bay Rays pre-post game host Ronnie Lane joined the show. Ronnie talked about why the Rays are so good at executing trades. The guys recapped the horrific Chris Archer trade from 2019. Should the Pirates make a move on Yandy Diaz? Ronnie thinks he’d be a fantastic addition to the clubhouse and lineup. Ronnie talked about the transition the Rays are going through this season as sellers.

Tampa Bay Rays pre-post game host Ronnie Lane joined the show. Ronnie talked about why the Rays are so good at executing trades. The guys recapped the horrific Chris Archer trade from 2019. Should the Pirates make a move on Yandy Diaz? Ronnie thinks he’d be a fantastic addition to the clubhouse and lineup. Ronnie talked about the transition the Rays are going through this season as sellers.