Bucco Bantr

In this episode of  Bucco Bantr , we break down the latest road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Then, we look ahead to the Pirates' upcoming home series against the Chicago Cubs, highlighting the probable pitching matchups and keys to winning the series. To wrap things up, we announce our Hitter and Pitcher of the Week. Tune in for all t...

If you didn't catch our LIVE steam this weekend or get the opportunity to stop by Allegheny Coffee & Tea Exchange in the Strip District to ask questions, tune in to the audio our live show here. We discuss the Pirates road trip out west and answer fan questions on the current state of the franchise. Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/ Visit the TSE shop here: https://tses...

In this episode of  Bucco Bantr , we break down the Pirates’ recent road series against the Los Angeles Angels — from standout performances to key missed opportunities. We’ll highlight who’s hot, who’s not, and what trends are starting to take shape. Then, we shift gears and preview the upcoming showdown at Chavez Ravine as the Bucs take on the Dodgers. Can the Pirates keep pace against one of the...

We're debuting a brand-new weekly series:  Dahn on the Farm  – your go-to recap of the past week in Pirates minor league action across  all  affiliates. Each episode will break down standout performances, rising prospects, and storylines you need to know from the farm system. To kick things off, we sit down with one of the Pirates’ most exciting 2025 international free agent signings – right-h...

This week on  Bucco Bantr , we break down everything that went down at PNC Park over the weekend—including the disappointing sweep by the Cleveland Guardians and the buzz around Paul Skenes Bobblehead Day. We also answer some fan-submitted questions about the current state of the Pirates and what changes (if any) could be coming. Plus, we preview the upcoming road trip out west as the Bucs take on...

In this episode of  Bucco Bantr , we break down the Pirates’ impressive four-game series win over the Washington Nationals, taking 3 out of 4 at PNC Park. From strong starting pitching to timely hitting, we highlight the key performances that fueled the Bucs' home stand momentum. Then, we shift gears and preview the upcoming weekend series against the Cleveland Guardians—a regional showdown wi...

This week on Bucco Bantr , we break down a tough road trip as the Pirates get swept out of Cincinnati. We recap the key moments (and missed opportunities) from the Reds series and what went wrong at the plate. Then we look ahead to the upcoming home stand against the Washington Nationals and what to expect out of their projected starters. Plus, we head  Dahn on the Farm  to spotlight some standout...

The Pirates handled their business at PNC Park, taking the home series against divisional rival, St. Louis Cardinals. We break down the standout performances, key moments, and what this series win means moving forward. Then, we shift our focus to the upcoming road trip as the Bucs head to Cincinnati for a showdown with the Reds. Can they keep the momentum rolling against a tough NL Central foe? We...

In this episode of  Bucco Bantr , tensions run high as we recap the Pirates' heated home opening series against the Yankees — angry fans, clutch hits, and all the drama that had the North Shore buzzing. Then, we look ahead to a key early-season divisional matchup as the Cardinals come to town. In our  Dahn on the Farm  segment, we check in on the latest from the Minor Leagues — standout perfor...

The Pirates are off to a tough start, dropping four straight to open the season, including losing two of three in Tampa. We break down what went wrong against the Rays, the early struggles, and any silver linings heading into the home opener. Now, all eyes turn to Pittsburgh as the Bucs prepare for their first home series of the season against the New York Yankees. We preview the matchup, key play...

The Pirates’ season is off to a heartbreaking start, dropping three of four games to the Marlins—all on walk-offs. We break down the late-game struggles, key performances, and what the Bucs need to clean up moving forward. Next up: a tough road series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Can the Pirates shake off the Miami meltdown and bounce back against one of the AL’s best? We’ll preview the pitching ma...

Happy Opening Day! Baseball is officially back! In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we dive into the upcoming 2025 Pittsburgh Pirates season with Anthony DiNardo of NS9, Jim Stamm of Pirates Fan Forum, and Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. We break down the team’s offseason moves, analyze the projected lineup and rotation, and discuss key storylines heading into Opening Day. Can the Bucs take...

Baseball is back! Your Pittsburgh Pirates open the 2024 season on the road against the Miami Marlins, and we’ve got a full preview to get you ready. Joining us for this episode is  Jack McMullen , the voice of Marlins Radio, to break down Miami’s outlook, key matchups, and what to expect in this opening series. Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/ Follow us on Instagram: @buccoban...

Today, we conclude our team preview series with the Houston Astros. We are joined by Suzy of the Bourbon & Baseball Podcast to break down the 2025 Astros and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Suzy on Twitter (X): @BourbonNBball Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/ Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on T...

Today's team preview is the Texas Rangers. We are joined by Adam J. Morris of Lone Star Ball to break down the 2025 Rangers and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Adam on Twitter (X): @lonestarball Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/ Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on...

Today's team preview is the Detroit Tigers. We are joined by Scott Bentley of Locked On Tigers to break down the 2025 team and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Scott on Twitter (X): @BentleyScotty Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/ Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us o...

The boys are back with all the latest out of Pirates spring training! We break down the final roster decisions, including Endy Rodríguez making the team as the backup catcher. Plus, we take a deep dive into the current state of the bullpen, who’s in, who’s out, and what to expect early in the season. Finally, we recap the latest spring training action and what it means heading into Opening Day. Tu...

Today's team preview is the Cleveland Guardians. We are joined by Jeff Ellis of Locked On Guardians to break down the 2025 team and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Jeff on Twitter(X): @jeffMLBdraft Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.social Subscribe to our...

Today's team preview is the Athletics. We are joined by Athletics Broadcaster and Multimedia Journalist, Jessica Kleinschmidt, to help us break down the 2025 team and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Jessica on Twitter (X): @KleinschmidtJD Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on Blue Sky:...

In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we break down the latest roster updates, including the devastating injury news on Jared Jones and what it means for the pitching staff. We recap the latest spring training games, highlight standout performances, and analyze key position battles as Opening Day looms. Plus, we give our predictions for the final 26-man roster—who makes the cut, and who’s headed to Indy...

Today's team preview is the Los Angeles Angels. We are joined by Jeff Fletcher, Angels beat writer of the SoCal News Group and Author of Sho-Time: The Inside Story of Shohei Ohtani and the Greatest Baseball Season Ever Played. Jeff helps us break down the 2025 Angels and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Jeff on Twitter (X): @JeffFletcherOCR Follow us on Instagram: @b...

Today's team preview is the Seattle Mariners. We are joined by Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast, our colleagues at Just Baseball Media, to help break down the 2025 Mariners and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Lyle and TJ on Twitter (X): @MarineLayerPod Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on T...

Today's team preview is the Minnesota Twins. We are joined by Brandon Warne of Locked On Twins to help us break down the 2025 Twins and make some predictions for the upcoming season. You can find Brandon on Twitter (X): @brandon_warne Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.social Subscri...

Day 3 in Bradenton was spent entirely at LECOM Park. We start with a quick banter on the first few hours before the afternoon game at home. Then, we are joined by Jim Rosati of NS9 to recap the game against the Orioles and discuss some takeaways from Spring Training 2025. Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on Blue Sk...

Day 2 in Bradenton was a long one. We recap our trip to Clearwater to see the Spring Breakout game vs the Phillies. Spoiler alert: Bubba Chandler did not disappoint. Then, we race back to LECOM Park for the Pirates vs Tigers evening matinee. Tune in for a quick recap of what we saw in jam-packed Friday in Spring Training. Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Fo...