Bridge to Buctober: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

News spreading that the Pirates are putting Gregory Polanco on waivers! At the time of recording this, we knew less than we know now. However, the discussion is still about Polanco. We also cover last week's games against the Dodgers and Cardinals. Come hang out with us for an hour and let us know what you think! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...

Red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky in morning, sailor's warning. The guys talk about this week's Pirates games. Conversations about MVP votes, earned runs vs unearned runs, and JT Brubaker. LET'S GO BUCS! Join the discussion: https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to the dog days of summer. The Pirates in August. Bucs have lost 8 straight now and it's not getting easier. There were some significant roster moves this week that we get into. And stick around for the long ride... we talk about why this offseason might be even more roster moves. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober twitter.com/bridge2buctober Hit us up on twitter, let's have a conv...

The MLB Trade Deadline was bonkers. We talk about the moves that the Pirates made in bringing guys to Pittsburgh. We also share our thoughts on those who maybe struggle with "hope" that the Pirates organization can right the ship and be a winning team again. Listen in... there's something for everyone in this one. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Adam Frazier, Clay Holmes, Tyler Ande...

Thanks for listening. On Sunday, the Pirates traded Adam Frazier to the Padres for Tucupita Marcano and two other minor leaguers. We break down what we think about the trade and go down our usual rabbit trails. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The 2021 MLB Draft and the All Star Break have come and gone. We break down the rest of the draft, after #1 overall pick Henry Davis, and the rest of year. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Links to all social media can be found at that link. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates get the first overall pick and select Catcher Henry Davis out of Louisville. We riff about the pick and have a few things to say about the games this week, too. Let's go Bucs! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adam Frazier and Bryan Reynolds are going to the All-Star game! Adam Frazier is even starting! We break down how this happened and what it means. Along with other things on the way. Hit us up on Facebook & twitter, as well. Let us know what you think. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's get into Max Kranick's MLB debut and maybe the play of the year so far by Ke'Bryan Hayes! How's the all-star bid for Adam Frazier and Bryan Reynolds looking? Let's Go Bucs! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we talk about how the Pirates are doing right now... but mostly just talk about the current MLB issue of pitchers and using foreign substances to increase spin rate. The hammer goes down this Monday and players will begin to be tested for illegal substances on their hands or anywhere else. Please send us feedback. Looking forward to talking to you. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctob...

Thanks for listening to the Bridge to Buctober Podcast. This week we talk about the winless week, starting pitching, and specifically Mitch Keller and his recent demotion to Triple A. Join the discussion: https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Let's Go Bucs! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's been one month of the minor league season. As the Buccos slide down the pennant race, we start to wonder more and more about the future. This is our first prospect update of the season. Releasing this as a bonus episode... get ready to dive deep into just 1 month of baseball. Please send us feedback on the format of this episode. This was a pretty deep dive into all of the preseason Top 3...

Ke'Bryan Hayes returns from the 60-day IL this week and immediately impacts the Bucs as they take 3 of 4 from the Marlins. We break down the return, the rest of the games this week, the moves that were made, and the upcoming week. We also recorded a prospect update episode, but since the two together went so long, we will be releasing the prospect update episode as a bonus later this week! Sta...

First and foremost, sorry this is coming out so late in the week. I was under the weather Monday and busy Tuesday, so here we are. But we break down the week that was and look ahead to new things. We also talk about the bonehead play of the year that happened this week. Josh plays benefit of the doubt with that play, and Jake likes French Fries. Please tell me there is help on the way..... faceboo...

Rough week for Pirates pitching, but Frazier and Reynolds are still bright spots in a dark room. And Adam Frazier's superstitions are worth hearing and talking about. We also talk about the "unwritten rules" of baseball, respect vs disrespect, and about old school vs new school arguments. In this episode, we got interrupted twice by Josh's daughter, and it was too good to leave out...

The Pirates go 3-4 on the week, but the highlights of the week are the back to back walk offs against the NL West leading Giants. Adam Frazier is leading the league in hits and Jacob Stallings with the "bat drop" walk off bomb. We talk about all of this and struggle to admit that the Pirates should trade Frazier as soon as possible. We're fans... we like our guys. Check out the socials...

We talk about the Pirates offense struggling and some injuries that could change the course of this season. Recording this on Saturday May 8, 2021. We usually record from two different places, but got to sit in the second floor of our father's wood shop to record this episode. Bonus content about Albert Pujols being designated for assignment this week from the Angels. A former superstar and fi...

Breaking down the week that was and talking about the Pirates minor league rosters that were released this weekend. Also... WHEN IS KE'BRYAN HAYES COMING BACK? Thanks for listening! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming off of a good week, the Pirates are now 11-11 after starting the season 1-6. "The Pittsburgh Kid", Neil Walker announced his retirement this week. Josh and Jake talk about these things, plus a lot of roster moves during a busy week. Let's Go Bucs! Are you along for the ride this season? Let us know about it. Connect with us on facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Links are found he...

Weekly Update for the week of April 12, 2021. We talk about the series split against the Padres and the series win against the Brewers, a little Ke'Bryan Hayes news, and look forward to the week ahead. Stop over to our Facebook, twitter, or Instagram to let us know what you think. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...

The Buccos get the series win against the Cubs in the first home series of 2021. We talk about the turn around with RISP and the starting pitchers. Plus, we got a chance to go to the home opener at PNC Park. We talk about that experience. Preview of the series against the Padres, as well. Let's go Bucs. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priv...

We break down the Opening Day roster for the Pirates' 2021 season opener in Chicago. IT'S BASEBALL SEASON! Let's Go Bucs! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we have some fun with some 2021 MLB Season predictions. We pick our division winners and take our shot at some over/under projections for the Pirates. Tell us your predictions at our facebook page... facebook.com/bridgetobuctober. Hit us up on twitter, @bridge2buctober. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redci...

MLB is testing out some new rules in the minor leagues. From bigger bases to robot umpires, listen in to see what a couple Buccos fans think about 'em. We also take a look at some more spring training stats and talk about who's doing well and who's not. Here's a couple links to some stories that were covered in the episode. Rule Changes to be Tested in Minors This Year - https://ww...

Thank you for listening to the Bridge to Buctober podcast! This episode will cover some more Spring Training updates and an update on fans being allowed in the ballpark! PNC Park will be able to have 20% capacity in attendance in 2021. Will they even get to 20% capacity this season? Jake and Josh will break that down. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://r...