North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers Doug and Tyler break down a wild one at PNC Park. The Pirates rallied to tie it in the 9th, but a crushing double play and Kyle Manzardo’s sac fly in extras sealed the loss. They recap Keller’s start, Frazier’s clutch hit, and the Pirates’ continued struggles in close games. Pirates Rally Late, Collapse in Extras Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your...

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers Tyler and Neil discuss today's game against the Cleveland Guardians. Paul Skenes didn't have his best stuff on his bobblehead day, but still managed to toss 7 innings of 2 run ball. The offense remained lifeless, hopefully we can give more sandwiches out soon. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code...

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates fall 10-7 to the Guardians in a frustrating opener where a late rally was undone by another brutal outing from Carmen Mlodzinski and a meltdown from Kyle Nicolas. Jim and Dougie break down the failed pitching experiment, the continued struggles of Jack Suwinski, and whether it’s finally time to call up one of the AAA arms. They also highlight...

The Pittsburgh Pirates just took 3 of 4 from the Nationals, Oneil Cruz is heating up, and the bullpen looks legit. But after a benches-clearing moment and some real emotion on the field… is this actually the turnaround we’ve been waiting for? We’re joined by Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to break it all down and preview this weekend’s series vs. Cleveland. Watch now and subscribe fo...

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Andrew Heaney SHOVED as he went 7.1 scoreless for the Pirates, and Oneil Cruz brought home the lone run in the 1st inning with a 442 foot home run! Cody and Ryan breakdown the action from the Pirates and Nationals series finale. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Websi...

The Pirates handled business in a 6–1 win over the Nationals, powered by a dominant 7-inning outing from Bailey Falter and a game-breaking grand slam from Oneil Cruz. Henry Davis chipped in with his first homer of the year, and the offense finally woke up after a slow start. Things got heated in the 7th when Jorge López was ejected for throwing up and in on Andrew McCutchen — just months after giv...

The Pittsburgh Pirates followed up their offensive explosion with a complete dud, falling 3–0 to the Washington Nationals in another lifeless performance. Mitch Keller pitched fine, but the bats went silent again, and the defensive miscues made things worse. On this episode of the NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros, DiNardo and Doug break down what went wrong (again), discuss the continued...

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates are back in the win column thanks to a dominant performance on Skenes Day. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes' bounce-back outing, a complete team win featuring 14 hits, and an offense that went 8-for-10 with runners in scoring position. They dive into Henry Davis stepping in after Endy Rodriguez's injury, the historic battery moment, and st...

The Pirates just got flat-out embarrassed by the Reds — swept in Cincinnati and looked lifeless doing it. We break down all three games, from Elly De La Cruz’s grand slam to Hunter Greene retiring 17 straight. Is this just a cold stretch or something worse? Jim also gives his firsthand scouting report on Bubba Chandler after seeing him pitch Tuesday, and we dive into Henry Davis’s return to the ro...

The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Cincinnati Reds, losing 4-0 in today’s game. Hunter Greene’s dominant performance kept the Pirates’ offense quiet all game. Join Anthony DiNardo and Doug as they break down the key moments and discuss what the Pirates need to do to bounce back after this tough series. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code...

Tyler and Ryan are back with another Saturday night NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros — and it’s another rough one. The Pirates drop to 5-10 after a lifeless offensive performance and a grand slam that sealed the deal early. The guys dive into Derek Shelton’s job security, the lack of depth, more brutal defense, and Henry Davis’s return. Can the Bucs salvage one against Hunter Greene tomo...

The Pirates fall 5-3 to the Reds, and Neil and Doug are here to recap another frustrating night of baseball. From lineup decisions to missed opportunities, we break down what went wrong and where the Pirates go from here. It’s the battle of the basement — and the vibes match the standings. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for...

We’re diving headfirst into the madness that has been the Pirates’ last decade, as Jim unveils his Top 10 Dumbest Moments of the Williams/Cherington/Shelton Era (So Far). But first, we break down a wild week in Bucco baseball and finish off previewing the Pirates trip to Cincinnati. RSVP for our May 24th Tailgate at PNC Park at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1320142454619?aff=oddtdtcreator Use Promo...

The Pirates walk it off in 13 innings and Cody and Doug are here to break it all down on the NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. Mitch Keller was dominant, the bullpen stepped up big, and Joey Bart came through with the game-winning hit in a weird, chaotic, and much-needed series win over the Cardinals. We talk Keller’s bounce-back performance, the dominance of Dennis Santana, the bullpen...

The Pirates return home but stumble out of the gate as the Cardinals take the opener 5-3. Bryan Reynolds provided a spark with a solo homer, but the offense failed to cash in on key opportunities. We break down Bailey Falter’s performance, bullpen usage, and the lineup’s continued struggles with runners in scoring position. Can the Bucs bounce back and reclaim the momentum they built on the road?...

The Pittsburgh Pirates took down the St. Louis Cardinals 8-4 on a frigid night at PNC Park, and Jim and Neil are here to break it all down on this NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. Carmen Mlodzinski delivered a strong first start of the season, Thomas Harrington picked up a rare four-inning save, and the offense finally came alive—led by Joey Bart’s breakout game, Andrew McCutchen’s cont...

The Pirates are off to a 3-7 start, and Opening Weekend at PNC Park was full of headlines — both on and off the field. We dive into the fallout from the Yankees series, the Roberto Clemente sign controversy, and a growing list of injuries that’s already testing the team’s depth. We also react to Bob Nutting’s media appearance and what (if anything) they mean for the Pirates’ direction. Then, Antho...

The Pirates walk it off in thrilling fashion as Tommy Pham delivers the game-winner in a 5-4 victory over the Yankees at PNC Park. Andrew Heaney strikes out 10 in a strong start, and the bullpen holds on just long enough to set up the dramatic finish. We break down all the key moments, standout performances, and what this win says about the direction of the team. A wild one in Pittsburgh—you won’t...

North Shore Nine (Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast) NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. Tyler and Ryan discuss today’s game against the Yankees. The Yankees hit 3 Home Runs, 2 from Trent Grishman. Bailey Falter struggled to get weak contact and Emmanuel Valdez provided a bulk of the Pirates offense with a 2 run double. 📢 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment below. Use Promo Code...

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The vibes were high heading into the Pirates' home opener... and then the game started. Jim and Doug break down a frustrating 9-4 loss to the Yankees that featured Mitch Keller struggling on his birthday, fan chants of "sell the team," and a general sense of apathy setting in just eight games into the season. They also highlight encouraging sig...

The Pirates are 2-5, in last place, and already making moves. On this episode of NS9LIVE, DiNardo, Jim, and Tyler are joined by MLB.com Pirates beat writer Alex Stumpf to talk through David Bednar’s demotion, the Alexander Canario trade, and what to expect for the 2025 home opener. They break down Oneil Cruz’s ridiculous start, torpedo bats, and another shaky showing from the bullpen. The crew als...

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Cody and Neil breakdown the action from Paul Skenes 2nd start of the season. Subscribe for more postgame shows, game-day breakdowns, and live Pirates talk! Hit the bell so you don’t miss a show. And yes — we’ll give away Primanti Bros sandwiches when the Pirates finally win again. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily...

The Pirates drop to 1-5 after a brutal 7–0 loss to the Rays in Thomas Harrington’s MLB debut — and we’re breaking it all down on tonight’s NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. Jim and Doug dive into a flat, lifeless offensive performance from Pittsburgh, Shane Baz’s dominance, and the laundry list of issues plaguing the Bucs lineup — from base-running blunders to coaching concerns. We also...

The Pittsburgh Pirates drop another one in Tampa, falling 6–1 to the Rays. The offense couldn’t get anything going, managing just one run late in the game, while Tampa’s Jake Mangum had a breakout performance—going 4-for-4 with 2 RBIs and 2 stolen bases. The NS9 crew breaks it all down in the NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti's: What’s going on with the Bucs' bats? Did anything go right tonigh...

The Pirates are off to a brutal start in 2025, dropping 3 of 4 in Miami thanks to bullpen blowups and defensive misadventures. We break down David Bednar’s back-to-back blown saves, Colin Holderman’s struggles, and Oneil Cruz’s wild weekend in center field. Is this just early-season rust or a sign of more pain ahead? Plus, we look ahead to the Pirates’ upcoming series vs. the Rays. The 2025 Pirate...