Bucco Bantr

The Pittsburgh Pirates are rolling! 🚨 On Episode 354 of Bucco Bantr, we break down the Pirates' impressive three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins and the key factors behind their recent success. From timely hitting and increased run production to dominant pitching performances, we discuss what went right as the Bucs continue to build momentum. We also dive into the latest developments surrou...

Join us live from Brave Bean Coffee Company before Sunday baseball as we break down the first two games against the Minnesota Twins. The Pirates have won the first two games by one run and look to go for the sweep. We’ll talk through the bigger picture, including lineup chages, who's hot, bullpen questions and much more. Plus, we look at what needs to change fast if the Pirates want to take a...

The Alex Stumpf Show is back as we break down an exciting night at PNC Park! The Pittsburgh Pirates opened their series against the Minnesota Twins with a dramatic walk-off victory, giving fans plenty to talk about. We dive into Jared Jones' long-awaited return to the Pirates rotation and discuss what his presence means for the pitching staff moving forward. We also examine the current catchin...

The Pirates and Cubs split a hard-fought series at PNC Park, but the biggest story might be what’s happening on the pitching staff. We break down the bullpen issues that continue to haunt the Pirates, discuss where things stand heading into June, and dive into the long-awaited return of Jared Jones. How will the Pirates manage the rotation and bullpen moving forward? Which arms could see their rol...

Episode of Bench Bantr is LIVE from the dugout in Toronto! 🏴‍☠️ This week, Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz joins us as he returns to the city where his MLB journey began. Spencer talks about what it means to be back in Toronto, the adjustments he’s made at the plate this season, and the swing approach that’s helped fuel his recent success offensively. We also dive into the chemis...

Episode 349 of Dahn On The Farm is here! We break down all the latest action across the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league system, including several exciting promotions and standout performances from some of the organization’s hottest prospects. We discuss Wilber Dotel and Esmerlyn Valdez earning promotions, Draven Ziegler moving up to Greensboro, and Murf Gray continuing to dominate High-A pitching...

Episode 348 of Bucco Bantr is here! We recap our trip to Toronto as the Pittsburgh Pirates avoid the sweep and take Game 3 against the Blue Jays. We break down the entire series, key moments from all three games, standout performances, and some positive signs starting to emerge for this Pirates team. We also discuss the offense showing life, important bullpen performances, and what this win could...

The Pirates got their revenge in St. Louis. After being swept at home by the Cardinals earlier this season, Pittsburgh answered back with a huge series win on the road behind strong pitching, timely hitting, and some much-needed momentum. We break down the biggest moments from the series, key performances, and what this stretch could mean moving forward. Then, it’s off to Toronto. We preview the u...

⚾ NEW EPISODE OF BENCH BANTR ⚾ Live from the dugout at PNC Park, this week we’re joined by Pirates infielder Nick Gonzales! Nick breaks down the adjustments he’s made at the plate during the 2026 season, what’s helped fuel his recent offensive success, and how his confidence has continued to grow throughout the year. We also dive into his approach against big league pitching, staying consistent...

🚨 NEW DAHN ON THE FARM 🚨 Episode 345 of Bucco Bantr is LIVE as we break down all the latest movement throughout the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league system! From major prospect promotions to breakout performances across the farm, we’re covering everything happening down on the farm this week. We discuss the recent promotions for Seth Hernandez and Murf Gray, what those moves mean for the future o...

Episode 344 of Bucco Bantr is LIVE! The Pittsburgh Pirates head home after a frustrating series against the Philadelphia Phillies and we’re breaking down everything that went wrong. From late inning bullpen meltdowns to missed offensive opportunities, we discuss the biggest reasons the Pirates dropped the series and what needs to change moving forward. We dive into the recent struggles from the bu...

Join us live from Brave Bean Coffee Company before Sunday baseball as we break down a frustrating start to the series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Pittsburgh Pirates have dropped the first two games, and we’re diving into what went wrong — from missed opportunities at the plate to ongoing roster concerns that continue to surface. We’ll talk through the bigger picture, including lineup in...

The bullpen struggles continue as the Pittsburgh Pirates drop a tough series against the Philadelphia Phillies, and we’re breaking it all down on Episode 342 of Bucco Bantr. Alex Stumpf joins the show to discuss what went wrong late in games, the inconsistency from the backend of the bullpen, and whether the Pirates need to make changes moving forward. We also dive into the offense showing flashes...

New episode of Bucco Bantr is live! The Pirates took the series from the Colorado Rockies, and we’re breaking down everything from the highs to the frustrations from the week at PNC. We dive into Paul Skenes putting together an absolute masterclass on the mound, the tough missed opportunity in Game 2, and why Endy Rodríguez should be given an opportunity to be on this roster for the foreseeable fu...

🚨 NEW EPISODE OF DAHN ON THE FARM 🚨 This week on Dahn on the Farm, we sit down with Pittsburgh Pirates outfield prospect PJ Hilson to discuss his baseball journey from being drafted by the San Francisco Giants to finding his groove in the Pirates organization. PJ talks about his development at the plate, adjusting to pro ball, and the mindset it takes to climb through the minor league system. 👀...

Episode 339 of Bucco Bantr is live! The Pittsburgh Pirates hit the road and fall in a tough series against the San Francisco Giants as the offense struggled to cash in on opportunities and the pitching staff battled through some big moments. We break down what went wrong in the series, including inconsistent hitting with runners in scoring position, bullpen struggles late in games, and some questi...

If you didn't catch our LIVE stream 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 of our live show here. We discuss the latest Pirates news and answer fan questions on the start to the season. Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/x7R5CKnX9 Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=86162...

The Pirates wrapped up their first west coast stop with a gritty series win in Arizona, taking 2 of 3 from the Diamondbacks and showing some fight away from home. On this live episode of Bucco Bantr, we break down a strong series highlighted by Brandon Lowe’s big bat, including a two-homer performance that helped power the offense, while Paul Skenes once again looked every bit like the ace of the...

DAHN ON THE FARM is back with Pirates infield prospect Brent Iredale 🇦🇺 From growing up in Australia to making his mark in the SEC, Brent’s path to pro ball isn’t your typical one — and now he’s grinding his way through the Pirates system. We sit down to talk about his journey overseas, the transition to high-level college baseball, draft day memories, and what he’s focused on as he climbs the lad...

The Pittsburgh Pirates are BACK 🔥 After a tough series vs the St. Louis Cardinals, the Bucs respond in a BIG way — sweeping the Cincinnati Reds in dominant fashion. 💪 In Episode 335 of Bucco Bantr, we break down: Elite starting pitching that set the tone all series The hottest hitters leading the offensive surge Key moments that fueled the sweep What this means moving forward in the NL Central r...

We kicked off our  first-ever live show  at Brave Bean Coffee Company and it did not disappoint. Starting now, you can catch us  live every Sunday morning during Pirates home weekends , bringing you real-time reactions, analysis, and plenty of bantr right from the North Shore. On this episode, we break down the Pirates’  hot start against the Cincinnati Reds , dive into some of the biggest storyli...

The vibes took a hit this week. On this episode of Bucco Bantr, we go LIVE to break down a brutal four-game sweep at the hands of the St. Louis Cardinals — a series that felt like it slipped away in every possible way. From late-game collapses to missed opportunities, we dive into what went wrong, who’s struggling, and what it means for this Pirates team moving forward. But there’s no time to dwel...

Dahn On The Farm with Pirates pitching prospect Zander Mueth 🔥 We sit down with Zander to talk about the jump to pro ball, the adjustments he’s making on the mound, and what he’s dialing in this season. Plus, he gives Pirates fans a glimpse of what to expect as he climbs through the system. A name you’re gonna want to remember. 🎯 We also break down game recaps at all affiliates and give you our...

EPISODE 331 of Bucco Bantr is LIVE 🏴‍☠️ The Pirates take 2 of 3 from the division rival Brewers and we’ve got a full series breakdown from start to finish. This one had a little bit of everything — dominant pitching, young bats starting to click, and signs that this Pirates team is continuing to trend in the right direction. We dive into Konnor Griffin getting more comfortable at the plate and ad...

We’re LIVE breaking down everything from the Pirates’ series against the Rangers and looking ahead to a massive weekend set in Milwaukee with serious NL Central implications. With the division race starting to take shape, this one feels like an early tone-setter. We dive deep into Konnor Griffin’s start to the season—what’s stood out, what’s real, and how his development is tracking as one of the...