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Adam and Chris decided to watch the sequel to the GOAT baseball movie and it turns out... it's less great. We get to see some of our favorite characters, we don't get to see some of our favorite characters, one of our favorite characters is a whole different guy, and they all come together for what is essentially the movie but worse. Don't let that scare you, some of the jokes in this...

The PITTSBURGH PIRATES miss out on EUGENIO SUÁREZ as he chooses a DIVISION RIVAL REDS deal over potentially getting paid more in Pittsburgh 😬💰⚾ So… where do the Bucs go from here? 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: ⚾ Pirates lose the Eugenio Suárez free agency sweepstakes ⚾ Why Suárez picked Cincinnati over Pittsburgh ⚾ Best ALTERNATIVE FREE AGENT & TRADE OPTIONS on the market ⚾ SPRING TRAINING POSITI...

Back for another episode of The Alex Stumpf Show on Bucco Bantr! 🏴‍☠️⚾ After a successful weekend at PiratesFest, we cut right to the chase and dive into the Andrew McCutchen drama. What should the Pittsburgh Pirates do with the former MVP and franchise legend? Is it time to move on, bring him back, or redefine his role? Alex Stumpf breaks it all down and gives his take. We also explore alternat...

Part 3 of our PiratesFest interview series is here — and we saved some BIG names for last 👀⚾ In this final round, Bucco Bantr sits down with Termarr Johnson, Braxton Ashcraft, and Justin Lawrence to talk development, offseason grind, and what’s ahead for the Pittsburgh Pirates. 🔥 In this episode: ⚾ Termarr Johnson breaks down his progression as a Pirates prospect, how his game has evolved, and...

🎙️ Pirates 2025 Draft Pick Jack Anker Interview | Fresno State Ace Talks Journey to the Buccos The Bucco Bantr Podcast sits down with Pittsburgh Pirates 2025 Draft Pick Jack Anker for an in-depth interview you don’t want to miss ⚾🔥 Jack Anker takes us through his blue-collar upbringing, why he chose Fresno State for college baseball, and how he became a Friday night starter and one of the most r...

We sit down with Spencer Horwitz, Rafael Flores, and Isaac Mattson for three honest, in-depth conversations about their offseasons, the direction of the Pittsburgh Pirates, and how they’re preparing for the 2026 season. 🔹 Spencer Horwitz opens up about leaving his injury behind, gaining confidence, and feeling much more comfortable heading into Year 2. 🔹 Rafael Flores breaks down how catchers pr...

Adam and Chris get a real major leaguer to talk about the titular movie of the podcast- Major League. It's the movie of an owner who tries her best to sabotage her team so that they relocate from Cleveland to Miami, so it's kinda hard to be mad at her. If you like voodoo, the California Penal System, rum, or international grounds crews, boy do we have a movie for you. We also got former Ma...

We went inside PiratesFest for exclusive Bucco Bantr interviews you won’t see anywhere else 🔥 This is Part 1 of our 3-part series featuring 3 Pirates players — and it starts BIG. ⚾ In this episode: 🔹 Jared Jones opens up about his injury, recovery, and comeback mindset heading into a huge season 🔹 Jake Mangum returns to Bucco Bantr to talk his offseason, Pittsburgh fans, and his excitement to...

This weekend we had behind-the-scenes access at Pirates Fest, and we’re breaking it ALL down. ⚾🔥 We recap our awesome weekend at Pirates Fest, including exclusive player interviews and insider conversations that give a real look behind the curtain at what the Pirates’ offseason has been like — and what fans should expect heading into 2026. We also dive into the Andrew McCutchen drama surrounding...

We’re excited to officially announce our partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania! 🙌 In this episode, we’re joined by CEO Chris Watts, who walks us through his career journey, his lifelong passion for giving back, and the incredible impact the Boys & Girls Club has across Western PA. Chris also dives into the Club’s programs, including the addition of their Sports Ma...

Gustavo Melendez Interview | Pirates 2025 4th Round Pick on Puerto Rico, Wake Forest & Pro Baseball We sit down with Gustavo Melendez, the Pittsburgh Pirates 2025 4th round draft pick out of Puerto Rico, on this episode of the Bucco Bantr Podcast ⚾🔥 Gustavo breaks down his journey to professional baseball, starting with growing up and playing in Puerto Rico, navigating the challenges of gett...

We took things ice cold in the Strip District 🧊🔥 On this episode of Freezing Cold Takes, the Bucco Bantr crew sits down with Uniontown native Caitlin O’Connor at MindFuel Method for a cold plunge interview you don’t want to miss. Born in Los Angeles and raised in Uniontown, PA, Caitlin always knew she wanted a career in entertainment—specifically as a TV host. After heading back to LA for colleg...

Adam and Chris conclude the Costner trilogy with Bull Durham- the baseball movie that started the huge run of baseball movies through the 90s. It follows a fireballing young pitcher with a cool name, a veteran catcher with a cool name, and sultry poetess with a cool name. This episode definitely isn't for the kiddos, because this movie has a healthy dose of Party Action. Don't think, just...

Adam and Scott are BACK for Episode 272 of Bucco Bantr, breaking down everything you need to know about the Pittsburgh Pirates offseason and the moves that could shape the 2026 roster. We recap the latest MLB offseason signings including Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, JT Realmuto, and Victor Caratini, and discuss how those deals impact the Pirates’ flexibility and trade market. With Philadelphia missin...

We sit down with Max Kwan, Vice President of International Scouting for the Pittsburgh Pirates, for a must-watch episode of the Bucco Bantr Podcast. Max breaks down his incredible baseball journey—from playing at Tulane and Washington, to playing minor league baseball, to becoming one of the most influential international talent evaluators in Major League Baseball. 🌎 What You’ll Learn in This Epi...

🔥 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Chris Devenski Opens Up on His MLB Journey | Bucco Bantr Podcast 🔥 The Bucco Bantr Podcast sits down with Chris Devenski, the newest pitcher in the Pittsburgh Pirates system, for an in-depth and honest conversation about his incredible MLB career and the adversity that shaped it. From a World Series Champion, MLB All-Star, and 4th-place Rookie of the Year finisher, Devensk...

🏴‍☠️ BUCCO BANTR: THE ALEX STUMPF SHOW 🏴‍☠️ Alex Stumpf is BACK on Bucco Bantr—and he’s here to bring Pirates fans down a notch (all jokes aside… kind of). In this episode of The Alex Stumpf Show, Alex breaks down the current Pittsburgh Pirates offseason landscape, starting with the Eugenio Suárez trade market and why he believes the Pirates are officially out on the power-hitting third baseman....

🔥 BUCCO BANTR PODCAST 🔥 Pirates Free Agent Ryan O’Hearn on Perseverance, Becoming an All-Star, and Choosing Pittsburgh The Bucco Bantr Podcast sits down with new Pittsburgh Pirates free agent Ryan O’Hearn for an in-depth, honest, and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. Ryan opens up about his long, winding journey through professional baseball—from being traded, designated for assignm...

🎙️ NEW EPISODE | BUCCO BANTR PODCAST ⚾🔥 Another future Pittsburgh Pirate you need to know — Josh Tate. In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we’re joined by 2025 Pittsburgh Pirates draft pick Josh Tate, a standout out of Georgia Southern whose college and pro journey is all about growth, adjustment, and earning everything the hard way. Josh takes us inside his path through college baseball, starting w...

Adam and Chris dive into For the Love of the Game, a love to story to baseball as told by two humans that are absolutely incapable of the act of love. Billy Chapel is in the twilight of his career after 19 seasons with the Detroit Tigers, and he has to make a decision on returning to baseball, or retiring to focus on his woodworking hobby. Settle in, get your popcorn ready, and watch a movie with...

🚨 Pirates News, Cubs Blockbuster Moves & NL Central Shakeup | Bucco Bantr 🚨 The NL Central just got a LOT more interesting — and the Pittsburgh Pirates are right in the middle of it. 👀 In this episode of Bucco Bantr, Adam and Scott break down the latest Pirates news, massive Chicago Cubs roster moves, and what it all means for Pittsburgh heading into the season. 🔥 Topics We Cover: ⚾ Cubs...

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE | BUCCO BANTR PODCAST ⚾🔥 The future of the Pittsburgh Pirates is here — and you’re going to want to know this name: Carter Gwost. In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we sit down with 2025 Pittsburgh Pirates draft pick Carter Gwost, a gritty, hard-nosed ballplayer out of Little Falls, Minnesota whose journey to pro baseball was anything but easy. Overlooked by many in high school, Cart...

Adam and Chris watch the 1992 baseball movie about a guy that has a cool job then moves to the other side of the world but still manages to find the same beer. Tom Selleck stars as Jack Elliot, an aging baseball player with a chip on his shoulder and a knack for innuendo. He has to navigate a new culture, a romantic counterpart that's his sassy equal, and figure out his address while regaining...

🚨 Pirates Offseason Reaction: Kazuma Okamoto to Blue Jays | What’s Next for Pittsburgh? 🚨 On the newest episode of Bucco Bantr, Scott and Adam break down the breaking news of Kazuma Okamoto signing with the Toronto Blue Jays and what it means for the Pittsburgh Pirates offseason. While Okamoto looked like a strong fit in Pittsburgh, we explain why this move is NOT a reason for Pirates fans to lo...