Bridge to Buctober: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

Well, it's June. Bucs just lost a series to the Blue Jays, but a new month has turned over. Keller had a stellar May but offense is still missing some important abilities. Gary Morgan sits in for Jake tonight while we talk about the pulse of things right now. The old adage "never too high, never too low" is good quality, but it shouldn't mean emotionless. Let's talk about hitti...

Double header in Detroit this week. We'll talk about the Jones and Skenes outings. Martin Perez going to the IL and Ke'Bryan coming off. Also, talking about the performance of Nick Gonzles. A few topics from around the league, as well. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Memorial Day baseball talk! Why aren't the Pirates playing on Memorial Day? Let's talk about it and some TV stuff. We'll look forward to the short series against the Tigers, too. This episode was recorded on Wednesday May 22nd, due to Josh's vacation. So, no Braves series info here. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

Bullpen enters the series a man down and it hurt this team. Sometimes you can get away with these tricks, but this one backfired. What's up with the bullpen that appeared to be a strength heading into the season? And why even go shorthanded? Well, there's one player who's rumored to be on his way out and he's still here.  Welcome to the weekend, friends. Let's go Bucs! https://...

Jared Jones, Paul Skenes, Bailey Falter, and Mitch Keller all with quality starts! Nick Gonzales leading the offense in the series. Time is ticking for some bats on this team. (Spoiler Alert: Mostly Rowdy) The one that got away has multiple meanings for Saturday's game. Come hang out, we'll break it all down! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...

Paul Skenes debut did not disappoint, but something that day did. Let's break down the wild weekend, the excitement around it, the criticism, and all of the emotions that came along with it.  https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paul Skenes being called up SATURDAY! The Hundo Boys on display! Bucs also lost a series to the Angels. But PAUL SKENES.  https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs win the series against the Rockies! Jim Rosati joins the show to talk about it! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates were swept by the A's. We're talking about the offense, some RISPy Business, Paul Skenes, and so much more. Breaking down and entertaining some wild takes about players on this team. Who do we believe in? Anyone? We will also look forward to the weekend series back in Pittsburgh against the Rockies. Come hang out! RISPy Business Link - https://steelcitypirates.com/2024/05/02/rispy-...

Three good starts gets the Bucs a series loss to the Giants. The offense caught sittin on the dock of the bay wastin' time. Let's talk about this offense and the series and look forward to the week ahead.  https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs split the series with the Brewers. This week we talk about the production from unexpected sources. Falter, Bart, and Alika showing up. The Hundo Boys, Jared Jones and Paul Skenes. As well as a long pitching conversation you'll want to hear! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Kyle Corwin, of The 3-0 Take podcast, joins the show to talk about the Pirates/Red Sox series. We talk about the games, a view of the Bucs from another point of view, Paul Skenes, MLB and the error talk, Oneil Cruz, and more.  Go listen to The 3-0 Take Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, give them a follow on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@threeohtake) and follow Kyle on twitter @kylecorwin...

Mets sweep the Pirates. Bucs need to bounce back. Let's talk Jared Jones, Paul Skenes, Ke'Bryan Hayes' back, Quinn Priester's callup, and so much more! Catching, infield, offense... seriously jam packed! Also... when you hear it you'll know... Josh was right. It was Clint Barmes. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Op...

Pirates split the series with the Phillies. Andrew McCutchen hits homerun number 300. David Bednar bounced back with a save. The Andy Haines approach to hitting or the league wide new approach? Marco Gonzales is hurt! Will Paul Skenes make his debut! Let's talk Bucs! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/...

Pirates and Tigers split the 2 game series. Keller looks better. Bednar looks worse. Edward Olivares with a 2 homer game. Let's talk Pirates baseball! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pirates are 8-2! We're talking about the Home Opener, Washington and Baltimore series, but mostly Orioles. Three straight series wins to start the year. Four straight quality starts going into this week. April baseball and the speed of the game. Heads up baserunning or dirty baserunning? Was Rowdy right or wrong? Let's break it down and enjoy the hot start! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctob...

Pirates sweep the Marlins in 4 games! 4-0 start to the 2024 season! Jared Jones debut! And the Pirates scored 31 runs in 4 games! We break down the series.  https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's our predictions and hot takes episode. Every year, the one thing we keep getting asked is what we think the Pirates record will be. You'll hear it here! Along with some hot and cold takes and where we think the Pirates will finish. We also talk about Jared Jones, the bullpen, the flu-bug taking over the Bucs clubhouse, and more. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries...

Michael A Taylor signs with the Pirates. We'll talk about that, as well as the Spring Breakout Game, injury updates, Domingo German's minor league deal, and more! We also give an update of who's winning some roster battles, including starting pitchers.  https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privac...

Oneil Cruz hitting homers! Cutch, Jared Jones, Quinn Priester, and more! Dauri Moreta facing a long IL stint. This week we're going to talk about how something has to change in the pitching department of baseball. Too many injuries! Also, the Spring Breakout Game is coming this Thursday! https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: h...

We spent a few days in Bradenton this week. Yes, we were there for the Paul Skenes game in Sarasota, as well. Let's talk about this week. We didn't get a chance to talk about it all... but here we go. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mitch Keller signs a 5y extension to stay in Pittsburgh! The Athletic released an article about Bob Nutting; no news for Pirates fans, but opens eyes to a national audience. More Spring Training coverage and Bill James comments on situational hitting. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spring Training has arrived. Yasmani Grandal, Henry Davis, Ben Cherington, a trade with the Marlins?, and so much more to talk about this week! Hang out with us and soon enough, we'll even have baseball games to talk about. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Pitchers and catchers report this week! Spring Training is here! We made it! We talk about our excitement and why we love Spring Training while also discussing the state of this roster, in regard to pitchers and catchers. We ATTEMPT to look at the positive side of all of everything, but obviously, it's more complicated than that. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https:...

Chapman deal official, CSN DFA. We also talk about MLBN Top 10, free agency, and some interesting rumors. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctober Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy