North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

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Where Pittsburgh Pirates Fans Gather For Insight, Fun, & A Little Therapy #LetsGoBucs #Pirates #MLB

  1. The Pirates Have a Marcell Ozuna Problem

    9H AGO

    The Pirates Have a Marcell Ozuna Problem

    The Pirates dropped their fourth straight game with a 5-4 loss to the Cardinals, putting a rough finish on what had been a promising month of April. Alex Stumpf breaks down the key late-game at-bats, why Marcelo Ozuna’s struggles are becoming harder to dismiss, and how his lack of production in the middle of the order is impacting an offense that has become too top-heavy. With Paul Skenes set to take the mound next, the Pirates still have a chance to stop the skid and finish April on a better note. But after one of the roughest offensive months by a Pirates hitter in recent memory, the question is fair: how much longer can the Pirates wait for Ozuna to figure it out? Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pirates coverage, analysis, and reaction all season long. Subscribe to Book-Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com @eddiep_photos Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min
  2. Pirates Let Another Winnable Game Slip Away

    14H AGO

    Pirates Let Another Winnable Game Slip Away

    The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their fourth straight game, falling 5-4 to the St. Louis Cardinals in another frustrating loss that felt there for the taking. Tyler and Doug break down Bubba Chandler’s uneven start, Don Kelly’s bullpen management, the decision to go to Evan Sisk and Chris Devenski in a tight game, and why the Pirates’ lack of urgency stood out during a rough stretch against the NL Central. They also discuss the continued concerns with Brian Reynolds, Oneil Cruz and Marcell Ozuna, Nick Yorke’s big pinch-hit moment, Nick Gonzales nearly walking it off, and why Paul Skenes now feels like the guy who has to stop the bleeding. The Pirates are still above .500, but this losing streak is starting to expose some real issues with the rotation, bullpen, lineup construction and late-game decision-making. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for Pirates postgame shows, analysis, and year-round coverage. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m #pittsburghpirates ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4776784802611200 ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4776784802611200 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min
  3. The Pirates Just Hit Their First Real Losing Streak

    1D AGO

    The Pirates Just Hit Their First Real Losing Streak

    The Pirates dropped their third straight game, falling to the Cardinals again as their first real losing streak of the season begins to take shape. Alex Stumpf breaks down Braxton Ashcraft’s rough outing after being activated from the bereavement list, Hunter Barco eating 4.2 innings after a brutal travel day, and why the Pirates badly needed someone to save a depleted bullpen. There were at least some offensive signs late, with Oneil Cruz homering after returning from illness, Ryan O’Hearn continuing to hit, and Konnor Griffin putting together one of his better swings with a ninth-inning home run. But the bigger question now is whether the Pirates’ starting rotation can do what this team needs most: prevent a three-game skid from turning into something much worse. With Bubba Chandler and Paul Skenes lined up next, this is the kind of stretch that can tell us a lot about how real this Pirates team might be. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pirates coverage, podcasts, and postgame reaction all season long. Subscribe to Book-Rule Bucs Substack: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    14 min
  4. Pirates Score 7 Runs… And Still Lose by 4

    1D AGO

    Pirates Score 7 Runs… And Still Lose by 4

    The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their third straight game in an 11-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, wasting a night where the offense hit three home runs and put up enough runs to win most games. Jim and Doug break down Braxton Ashcraft’s rough start coming off the bereavement list, Hunter Barco being forced to wear nearly five innings out of the bullpen, and why the Pirates’ middle relief situation is becoming a real concern. They also discuss Oneil Cruz launching his ninth home run of the season, Ryan O’Hearn continuing to produce, Nick Gonzales extending his hitting streak, and Konnor Griffin looking more comfortable at the plate with another impressive homer. The offense did its job, but four double plays, too many walks, and a depleted bullpen made this one tough to survive. Now the Pirates need Bubba Chandler to come through and stop the slide before this Cardinals series gets away from them. Watch or listen to the full NS9 Postgame Show for the complete breakdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    29 min
  5. Pirates Let a Feel-Good Win Completely Slip Away

    2D AGO

    Pirates Let a Feel-Good Win Completely Slip Away

    The Pittsburgh Pirates had a chance to turn Monday night into one of the best feel-good wins of the season. Instead, it became another frustrating loss that slipped away late. Alex Stumpf breaks down the Pirates’ 4-2 loss to the Cardinals, where Mason Montgomery, Justin Lawrence, and Wilber Dotel helped carry a near-perfect bullpen game into the seventh inning. Dotel, in particular, looked outstanding and was in line for a memorable night before the ninth inning unraveled. Dennis Santana has been one of the Pirates’ most reliable arms, but this was not his night. Alex discusses what went wrong with Santana’s slider, why this loss stings beyond just one game, and how these missed opportunities are starting to stack up in a tight NL Central race. Plus, Alex looks at the bigger picture: why this Pirates roster feels real, where the concerns still are, and why games like this matter even in April. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for daily Pittsburgh Pirates coverage, analysis, and conversation all season long. Subscribe to Book-Rule Bucs: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m #pittsburghpirates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min
  6. Pirates Had This Game Won… Then the 9th Happened

    2D AGO

    Pirates Had This Game Won… Then the 9th Happened

    The Pittsburgh Pirates were cruising toward another strong NL Central win before everything unraveled in the 9th inning against the St. Louis Cardinals. Neil and DiNardo break down a brutal late-game collapse, Dennis Santana’s rare meltdown, the decision-making around the bullpen game, whether Don Kelly deserves blame, and why pulling Wilber Dotel after four strong innings became a major talking point after the loss. They also get into the Pirates offense going quiet after the early runs, Jake Mangum’s costly baserunning mistake, Marcelo Ozuna’s continued struggles, and why this loss stings more because of where the Pirates are in the standings and how big this week is against the Cardinals and Reds. It was a frustrating one, but the Pirates are still in a good spot. Now the question is how quickly they can respond. Subscribe to North Shore Nine for Pirates postgame shows, analysis, and year-round coverage. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min
  7. The Pirates’ Biggest Week of the Season Is Here

    3D AGO

    The Pirates’ Biggest Week of the Season Is Here

    The Pittsburgh Pirates just took two out of three from the Milwaukee Brewers, and now their biggest week of the season is here. On today’s Bucco Brew, we break down why this seven-game homestand against the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds could be a real early-season measuring stick in the NL Central. The Pirates have been stacking series wins, playing better baseball, and now have a chance to create separation in a division where every team is currently above .500. We also dive into Nick Gonzales’ recent stretch, Oneil Cruz’s role at the top of the lineup, the Pirates’ production with runners in scoring position, and why the bullpen has started to look much more stable after a shaky start. Mason Montgomery, Yohan Ramirez, Dennis Santana, Gregory Soto, Isaac Mattson and the rest of the relief group have helped turn one of the early concerns into a much better-looking part of the roster. Are the Pirates ready to prove they’re a real NL Central contender? @eddiep_photos @timelessimagery.mtl Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min
  8. Jared Jones Is Almost Back… But Who Loses Their Rotation Spot?

    3D AGO

    Jared Jones Is Almost Back… But Who Loses Their Rotation Spot?

    Jared Jones is getting closer to returning to the Pittsburgh Pirates, and his first rehab start with Bradenton could put him on track to rejoin the rotation by late May. But once Jones is ready, the Pirates will have a real decision to make. Alex Stumpf breaks down where Jones fits, why his fastball/slider combo still gives the Pirates a different look, and how his return could impact Carmen Mlodzinski’s role. Could Mlodzinski move back to the bullpen? Should the Pirates use an opener with him? Is a six-man rotation realistic? And how much should Pittsburgh value starting pitching depth while leaning on one of the most talented rotations of the Ben Cherington era? On today’s OffBeat, we look at the Pirates’ upcoming rotation crunch and why Jared Jones’ return could be both a huge boost and a difficult roster decision. Subscribe to Book-Rule Bucs Substack: https://bookrulebucs.substack.com/ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZY250XUYiS-yX7xOQCdLA/join Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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