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The 2026 MLB Draft is in the books, and we're breaking down every single pick made by the Pittsburgh Pirates. In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we recap all 21 selections from the Pirates' 2026 draft class, discussing the organization's clear draft strategy, why they leaned heavily toward college players, and the emphasis on adding college pitching throughout the draft. We dive into each prospect's...

Adam and Scott are back with Episode 382 of Dahn on the Farm, breaking down everything happening throughout the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system!  This week, we recap the Pirates' 2026 MLB Draft, discussing the organization's newest additions, what they bring to the system, and how the draft impacts the future of the franchise. We also dive into the MLB All-Star Futures Game, where top Pirates...

The Pittsburgh Pirates head into the All-Star break with plenty of momentum after completing a statement sweep of the first-place Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park. On Episode 381 of Bucco Bantr, Adam and Scott break down one of the Pirates' biggest series wins of the 2026 season and discuss why this weekend could be a turning point heading into the second half. We recap everything that went right aga...

We're live from Brave Bean Coffee Company to break down the first two games of the Pirates' crucial home series against the division-rival Brewers. With the All-Star break just around the corner, we discuss what we've learned from the series, where this club stands, and what needs to happen in the second half. We also take a step back for a State of the Union on the Pirates—highlighting the...

The Pirates dropped another series at PNC Park, and we're breaking down everything that went wrong—and what still gives us hope heading into the All-Star break. In this live episode of Bucco Bantr, we recap the frustrating series loss to the Braves, dive into the bullpen's continued struggles, and take a hard look at the current state of the team. Is this just a rough stretch, or are there d...

⚾ Dahn on the Farm is back! On Episode 378 of Bucco Bantr, we break down everything happening throughout the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. From standout performances to the biggest storylines, we've got you covered with a complete recap of the week across every affiliate. 🔥 We reveal our Players of the Week, highlight Sammy Stafura's incredible hot streak, discuss the top-performing prospects,...

The Pittsburgh Pirates wrap up a successful road trip by taking 2 of 3 from the Washington Nationals, and the offense continues to prove it's one of the hottest in Major League Baseball. In Episode 377 of Bucco Bantr, Adam and Scott break down everything that went right in Washington, including the explosive offense, key performances, and the biggest takeaways from another series victory. We also...

We're back LIVE from Allegheny Coffee & Tea Exchange as the Pirates wrap up their weekend series in Washington, D.C. With a chance to take the series on Sunday afternoon, we break down everything we've seen against the Nationals and what it could mean as the second half of the season approaches. We also dive into the biggest All-Star snubs, including Braxton Ashcraft, Bryan Reynolds, and Brand...

The Pirates wrapped up a hard-fought four-game set in Philadelphia with a series split, and we're breaking down everything that stood out. From strong individual performances to missed opportunities, we discuss what the split means as Pittsburgh continues to battle through a crucial stretch of the season. Then, we turn our attention to a Fourth of July weekend showdown in Washington, D.C., where t...

🔥 Bench Bantr is BACK! 🔥 In this exclusive in-dugout interview, we sit down with Jake Mangum of the Pittsburgh Pirates for one of our favorite conversations yet. Jake takes us inside the Pirates' first half of the 2026 season, breaks down his offensive approach at the plate, details his defensive preparation before and during games, and explains the mindset behind his relentless, all-out style o...

🚨 EPISODE 373 OF DAHN ON THE FARM IS LIVE! 🚨 Scott is back as we break down everything happening throughout the farm system of the Pittsburgh Pirates! We highlight the top performers from the past week, discuss which prospects could be next in line for a promotion, and look ahead at what fans can expect from some of the organization's brightest young talents. Who is making the biggest push towar...

The Pittsburgh Pirates suffer another frustrating series loss, this time against the Cincinnati Reds, and Adam and Jim are here to break it all down on Episode 372 of Bucco Bantr. What went wrong against the Reds? Is the Pirates bullpen becoming a major concern moving forward? We dive into the late-game struggles, lack of execution, key moments that swung the series, and what changes need to happe...

🚨 NEW ALEX STUMPF SHOW 🚨 The Pittsburgh Pirates are once again searching for answers in the bullpen after another late-game collapse. Adam and Alex Stumpf break down the ongoing bullpen issues, potential internal and external fixes, and what the front office could do before the trade deadline. We also discuss the return of Konnor Griffin and why the rookie phenom could provide a major spark for...

🚨 NEW ALEX STUMPF SHOW 🚨 The Pittsburgh Pirates are once again searching for answers in the bullpen after another late-game collapse. Adam and Alex Stumpf break down the ongoing bullpen issues, potential internal and external fixes, and what the front office could do before the trade deadline. We also discuss the return of Konnor Griffin and why the rookie phenom could provide a major spark for...

The Pirates take the series against the Seattle Mariners, and we're LIVE to break it all down! Adam is joined by Jim Stamm and Jay Staph as we recap everything from Pittsburgh's latest series win. What went right for the Pirates? Which players stepped up? And what does this team need to do to keep building momentum? We also take an early look at the MLB Trade Deadline and discuss potential trade t...

On Episode 368 of Bucco Bantr , Adam is joined by Jay Staph for another edition of Dahn on the Farm as they break down everything happening across the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. The guys discuss top pitching prospect Seth Hernandez's dominant start and what it means for his future in the organization. They also dive into several potential bullpen options rising through the minor leagues, high...

The Pittsburgh Pirates suffered one of their worst series of the season in Colorado, and Adam and Jim are here to break it all down. The guys vent about the nightmare series against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, discuss what went wrong, and examine the ongoing issues that continue to plague this Pirates team. The conversation also shifts to the recent discourse surrounding Paul Skenes and w...

The Pirates wrapped up their stop in Sacramento with a much-needed series win over the Athletics, but it didn't come easy. After a frustrating Game 1 loss, Pittsburgh responded with back-to-back victories to take the series and build momentum heading into the final leg of the road trip. In this episode, we break down the key performances from the Athletics series, discuss the continued growth of t...

On this episode of Bench Bantr, we're joined by Pittsburgh Pirates hitting coach Matt Hague for one of our favorite interviews yet. We dive deep into the Pirates' hitting philosophy, breaking down the organization's hitting pillars, game preparation, player development, mental approach at the plate, and what it takes to succeed at the Major League level. Who better to explain the Pirates' offensiv...

The latest episode of Bucco Bantr: Dahn on the Farm is here! We break down everything happening throughout the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league system, including standout performances, prospect development, and players making a push toward the major leagues. This week, we discuss why Derek Diamond could be exactly what the Pirates bullpen needs moving forward and how his recent performances may be...

The Pirates missed an opportunity to gain ground at home, dropping 2 of 3 to the Marlins and leaving plenty to discuss heading into a crucial road trip. We break down what went wrong in the series, the continued instability of the bullpen, and whether the lineup can continue to shoulder the burden for a pitching staff searching for answers. With the Athletics and Rockies next on the schedule, we l...

Join us live from Brave Bean Coffee Company before Sunday baseball as we break down what went wrong during the homestand, the continued bullpen concerns, and the recent struggles of Mitch Keller as he looks to get back on track. We also discuss the split through the first two games against Miami, key storylines to watch moving forward, and what the week ahead could mean for a Pirates club still se...

The Pirates dropped 2 of 3 to the Dodgers at PNC Park, but there’s plenty to unpack from an eventful series. 🏴‍☠️ We’re live breaking down the highs, lows, and biggest storylines from the week, including standout performances, lingering concerns, and what comes next for Pittsburgh. Plus, we preview a weekend showdown with a scrappy Marlins team that has played better baseball than...

On Episode 360 of Dahn On The Farm, we break down everything happening throughout the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league system. We recap the latest games from across the farm, discuss standout performances, promotions, player development updates, and the biggest storylines from the week. Then, Pirates catching prospect Derek Berg joins the show to discuss his strong 2026 season, his transition into...

The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Atlanta Braves, and we're breaking down everything that went wrong during a frustrating series. We discuss the lack of offensive production, pitching struggles, and the biggest reasons the Pirates couldn't get the job done against Atlanta. We also dive into the latest promotions and call-ups throughout the Pirates minor league system, highlighting prospects...