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Minor League Madness: What makes Altoona derail late in games?
In her return for 2024, Haley Rhine gives her thoughts on the struggles of Pirates' Double-A affiliate Altoona and why they seem to sputter towards the end of games.
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Incomplete roster continues to haunt the Pirates
The Pirates had a potential series sweep in line against the Giants, but a lackluster bullpen and shoddy hitting allowed them to take just one game in the three-game set. Who is to blame? Ben Cherington? Derek Shelton? Everyone?
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Inside PNC Park for Paul Skenes' Debut
If you weren't at PNC Park Saturday afternoon for the debut of last year's top draft pick Paul Skenes, Jake Slebodnick brings some of the sounds from the near-sellout crowd to you. Also, Connor Joe and Oneil Cruz are riding respective hot streaks. Are they poised to breakout soon?
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Sara Sanchez of Bleed Cubbie Blue joins the show
In this episode, Jake is joined by Sara Sanchez, contributor for SB Nation's Chicago Cubs' website "Bleed Cubbie Blue," to chat about the upcoming weekend series in Pittsburgh between the Pirates and Cubs. Sara also gives her thoughts on Paul Skenes, who is set to make his debut Saturday afternoon in Pittsburgh; the Cubs' struggles on defense; and the rise of Shota Imanaga.
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Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Williams, @haleyrhine_
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Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes. Send all feedback, comments, and questions to jake.slebodnick@gmail.com. Leave any questions and comments for the next podcast in the comment section.
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Could Bailey Falter, Pirates benefit from a six-man rotation?
With Paul Skenes' promotion on the horizon, and with Bailey Falter continuing to be a key starter for the Pirates early in the season, should the Pirates explore utilizing a six-man rotation to preserve the team's young arms?
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Pirates prospect and Bethel Park native Justin Meis talks rooming, working with Jared Jones
From living together in the minor leagues to working together on the baseball diamond, Pirates prospect and current pitcher for the Altoona Curve Justin Meis knew Jared Jones would catch on quickly in MLB. In this episode, Meis and Austin Bechtold break down Meis and Jones's time together in Bradenton and more!
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Follow Justin on Twitter: @justinmeis2
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