Bucs On Deck Podcast

Jared Jones and Carmen Mlodzinski combined to shut down the Houston Astros and help the Pirates earn a series victory on the road. In the rundown of the minors, I discuss some potential bullpen help in Double-A, as well as Irwin Ramirez, one of my favorite arms in the system, who pitched well in the FCL on Thursday. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for an in-depth look at the entire Pirates' org...

Seth Hernandez struck out eight batters over five innings on the road for the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Plus, more on the latest Pirates' bullpen implosion and my take on FanGraphs releasing their top prospects lists for the Pirates. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck for the best daily content on the entire Pittsburgh Pirates organization, from top to bottom. https://bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe Head...

The Pittsburgh Pirates win in Houston, but Dennis Santana continues to struggle. What could be next for him? Plus, a complete rundown from the first day with every Pirates' affiliate in action. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily content on the entire Pirates' organization. bucsondeck.substack.com/subscribe Follow me on Twitter: @__Murphy88 Get full access to Bucs On Deck at bucsondeck.su...

Bubba Chandler picked up his first win of the season, throwing six innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. I go over what stood out about his start, namely a potentially revamped arsenal that includes a sweeper. We then look at the minors, where Altoona won their first game of the season. Who has stood out so far among a rough start for most of the hitters? Plus, Seth Hernandez made his third pro star...

Seth Hernandez, the Pirates' first-round pick in the 2025 draft, leads a very interesting Bradenton Marauders pitching staff. There are plenty of high-upside arms, but many come with questions about the control. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily contact on the Pittsburgh Pirates' organization. Also, subscribe to the YouTube channel for more video content. www.bucsondeck.substack.com/sub...

Today, we discuss the hitters for the 2026 Bradenton Marauders, which heavily features college picks from the 2025 draft. Who are the names to watch? We break it all down here. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily content on the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. Also, subscribe to the Youtube Channel to watch some of the top prospects in the Pirates system. www.bucsondeck.substack.com/subsc...

While they don't have the star power, the Greensboro Grasshoppers pitching staff have several interesting names to monitor, especially if they see an uptick in stuff. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily updates on the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. Also, subscribe to the Bucs on Deck YouTube channel for videos and highlights of players in the organization. www.bucsondeck.substack.com/su...

Today, we preview the hitters for the 2026 Greensboro Grasshoppers, which is headlined by Edward Florentino and Tony Blanco Jr., but also have some of the more intriguing shortstop prospects in the system (not named Konnor Griffin). I break down each of the hitters on the break camp roster for the Grasshoppers this season. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck for daily content on the Pittsburgh Pirates' orga...

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to promote the top prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin, to the majors. I go into his rise in the minors and his potential impact on the roster. I then go over some of the top performers from the first full night of minor league baseball, including Khristian Curtis, Carlos Castillo, and Yordany De Los Santos. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck for daily content on the Pittsbu...

We continue our preview of the 2006 Pittsburgh Pirates minor league affiliates with a look at their Double-A affiliate's, the Altoona Curve, pitching staff. It will be led by names like Khristian Curtis, Connor Wietgrefe, and Anthony Solometo, but who else will round things out for the Curve? I take a full dive into that in our latest podcast episode. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck for daily updates on...

Today, we preview the hitters that will begin the 2026 season with the Altoona Curve. The Pirates' Double-A affiliate might not have any of the big-named hitting prospects in the season, but there are a few guys that are knocking on the door as taking that next step as far as their development. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck substack for all of your daily content on the Pirates' organization. www.bucso...

The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided a sweep at the hands of the New York Mets, winning in extra innings. I discuss the trouble the team has had hitting in key situations as well as the impact the new players are having compared to the returning. I then shift over and discuss Konnor Griffin's impressive opening weekend at Triple-A. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily Pirates' content, covering...

Konnor Griffin reached base four times on Saturday in a game that the Indianapolis Indians lost. Dominic Fletcher stole the show with some offense and defense. I also explore Mike Clevinger's potential fit with the Pirates and their extra innings lost to the Mets. I also preview Antwone Kelly making his Triple-A debut on Saturday and what I'm watching for this upcoming season. Subscribe to Bucs on...

The Triple-A season got underway, with top prospect Konnor Griffin making is debut at the level. Who stood out in the Indianapolis Indians, and what I'm watching for in game two of the regular season for the Pirates all in today's episode. Follow me on Twitter @__Murphy88 Subscribe to my Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@bucsondeck Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack: bucsondeck.substack.com/subscr...

The Pittsburgh Pirates began their season with an 11-7 loss to the New York Mets. I go over my three takeaways/observations as well as a quick preview of the Indianapolis Indians opening weekend. Subscribe to Bucs on Deck Substack for daily content on the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. Follow me on Twitter: @__Murphy88 Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bucsondeck Get ful...

The Florida Complex League begins this week, and we discuss some players to watch for the Pirates this year. There will be a few repeats. What kind of progress are we looking for from some of them? What new names will be worth monitoring, and are there any breakout candidates among the initial group of players beginning at the Complex? We then shift to the Bradenton Marauders and highlight three s...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss my recent trip to Greensboro to watch the Grasshoppers for an entire week. Which players stood out? Is the Javier Rivas start of the season legitimate, and what have been the key factors in his breakout? The Pirates’ pitching factory might have a legitimate breakout in Antwone Kelly, an international signing who hit triple-digits in his start last week. Is...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss some of the standouts for opening weekend for the rest of the affiliates in the Pirates’ system. Between Garrett McMillan and Javier Rivas, we discuss all the top performers from the early games of the minor league season. We also talk, short-term, about some things we are watching for from some of the rest of the affiliates, like the usage of Alessandro E...

In our latest podcast episode, we discussed the Pirates’ 1-5 start and how bleak things seem at the moment. We also discussed David Bednar getting optioned and recurring themes that have presented themselves the first time through the rotation. We also review the potential lower-level minor leaguers we will be watching closely in 2025, including some notable names and some under-the-radar follows....

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss how the roster is coming together for opening day. How confident do we feel about what the initial 26-man roster is looking for the Pittsburgh Pirates? We also give our ‘soft’ predictions for how many wins they will finish with and who the most valuable player might be. Shifting to the minor league side, we go over some projected upper-level prospects we a...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss some of the early happenings in the Pirates’ camp, including Endy Rodriguez and how a healthy version of himself can impact the rest of the lineup. We also talk about Braxton Ashcraft, Jared Jones, and Paul Skenes all looking to add a two-seamer to their arsenal this season and how it can help the rest of their pitches going forward. Finally, after inspira...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss some of the prospects that will be a part of major league camp for the Pittsburgh Pirates. It’s an intriguing group of names, even if most don’t have a shot at breaking camp with the major league team. We then shift to the major league side of things and go over some players/storylines we are watching this Spring. BASEBALL IS BACK. Get full access to Bucs...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss the upcoming International signing period for the Pittsburgh Pirates. They’ve been linked to a few names heading into the signing period, what among that group has stood out? We then shift to our thoughts on Caleb Ferguson signing, and how that may impact the bullpen this year. We also go more in depth on the bullpen and how we feel about it going into the...

The Washington Nationals have been busy the last day or so, adding a couple of free agents to the mix. Ironically enough, they are both former Nationals and Pirates. Josh Bell was traded from the Pirates to the Nationals in exchange for Eddy Yean and Will Crowe. After bouncing around with the San Diego Padres, Cleveland Guardians, Miami Marlins, and Arizona Diamondbacks, he returns to DC on a one-...

In our latest podcast episode, we discuss the Pirates' release of Trey Cabbage. We then follow up with talk of their latest trade, acquiring Enmanuel Valdez, and what impact that has on the roster. We wrap up with talk on the second base position in general, is it Nick Gonzales' spot to lose? Who could get in his way of being the Opening Day second baseman? Subscribe to Bucs on Deck for all your u...