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RESOLVE: Pirates’ Carmen Mlodzinski Must EMBRACE a Game-Changing Bullpen ROLE for Success

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:16:10 GMT

Pittsburgh Pirates face tough decisions as Carmen Mlodzinski’s future role sparks debate—is he best utilized as a struggling starter or could he emerge as a premier multi-inning bullpen weapon? Gary Morgan dissects the organization’s efforts to redefine Mlodzinski’s value, the recent restricted list drama, and the importance of embracing specialized relief roles in modern MLB.

Key topics include the Pirates’ unorthodox offensive surge in 2026, standout performances from Brandon Lowe, Oneil Cruz, and Esmerlyn Valdez, and the impact of clustered scoring on Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes. Morgan explores what separates true contenders like the Milwaukee Brewers, the need for more consistent hitting, and whether MLB expansion could eventually reach Latin America. Plus, listener AMA highlights roster-building strategies and the ever-persistent question: what moves are necessary to make the Pirates a World Series threat?

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Top 5 Pirates Who WON'T Be Back in '27

Foul Territory Network — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Hosts Josh Harrison and Platinum Key discuss the top 5 Pirates who will not be back in 2027, and what the Pirates need to do this offseason to fill those holes. This includes Gregory Soto and Kirby Yates in the bullpen, possibly Brandon Lowe, and maybe a trade of Bryan Reynolds or Mitch Keller?

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These 2 Pirates Prospects Are Closer Than You Think

North Shore Nine — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The Pirates announced several of their minor league award winners this week, and Alex Stumpf sees two players who could be closer to Pittsburgh than people realize. He breaks down Murf Gray’s breakout season and path to the majors, plus why Derek Diamond’s stuff and versatility could make him a legitimate option for the Pirates as soon as 2027.

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DK's Daily Shot of Pirates: On Henry Davis’ value

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:16:00 GMT

What We Need to Learn From the Pirates in Arizona

North Shore Nine — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:52:00 GMT

NS9LIVE! is coming to you from Arizona as we kick off our Arizona Fall League coverage.

Jim, DiNardo, and Alex each give one thing they want to see or learn from this trip, plus we touch on the Pirates’ Minor League award winners announced this week, recap our first day in Arizona after somehow bringing rain to the desert, and wrap up with our thoughts on the World Series.

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DK’s Double Shot of Steelers: Almost Paris!

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:10:00 GMT

Every weekday, award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic delivers three ‘Double Shot’ shows as a supplement to the morning ‘Daily Shot' of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates podcasts! Video versions streaming live on YouTube starting at 4 p.m.! Eastern

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IMPACT: William Contreras and the Brewers BATTLE Rays—Small Markets REDEFINE Winning in MLB

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:02:00 GMT

Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays defy expectations, setting up a World Series clash that challenges baseball’s big-spending orthodoxy. William Contreras anchors Milwaukee’s lineup with a scorching postseason, while Bryce Turang and Christian Yelich elevate the Brewers to new heights. Tampa Bay counters with explosive talent like Junior Caminero and unmatched bullpen depth, raising the stakes for every run, steal, and defensive play.

Gary Morgan dissects how both small-market teams outmaneuvered giants by making bold, sometimes unpopular roster decisions and focusing on relentless efficiency. Key themes include aggressive baserunning, elite defense, and the managerial chess match between Pat Murphy and Kevin Cash. Can the Brewers’ star power and strategic trades outlast Tampa Bay’s bullpen mastery? This episode unpacks why disciplined, uncomfortable decisions power sustainable contention—offering Pirates fans a road map for building a true championship contender.

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The Day in Sports History 10-21-2026

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Matt Clement tried to help Tyler Glasnow, but the Pirates said no

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:36:37 GMT

Matt Clement - Can't argue the best two teams are in the World Series

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:17:17 GMT

Brandon Cain Was a Hitter. Now He Throws 99 MPH for the Pirates

North Shore Nine — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Pirates pitching prospect Brandon Cain joins Jim from the Arizona Fall League for the latest Get To Know.

Cain talks about going to Oklahoma as a hitter, the moment he got back on the mound and watched his velocity jump, touching 99 mph and what he’s working on during his time in Arizona. He also gets into his relationship with cousin Lorenzo Cain, studying computer science, building his own PC, Call of Duty, his draft-day celebration and which Pirates prospect he’d want to face in the box.

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Why the Brewers Will Beat the Rays in the World Series

North Shore Nine — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Alex Stumpf breaks down the Brewers-Rays World Series matchup and explains why he believes Milwaukee has the edge in a seven-game series.

From Milwaukee’s dominant bullpen and pitching versatility to the position-by-position matchup featuring Jackson Chourio, Junior Caminero, William Contreras and more, Alex goes through where each team has the advantage before making his World Series prediction.

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DK's Daily Shot of Pirates: Three absolute musts

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 05:35:00 GMT

DK's Double Shot of Steelers: Off OUI go!

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:01:00 GMT

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DK's Double Shot of Penguins: The Declan Carlile error?

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:57:00 GMT

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The Brewers and Rays meeting in the World Series was a long shot!

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:52:04 GMT

UNDERRATED: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds Faces Decline Debate—Why His Contract WINS Big

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:50:31 GMT

Pittsburgh Pirates face a pivotal question: Is Bryan Reynolds’ era ending, or is his veteran presence the key to building a contender? Gary Morgan breaks down Reynolds’ shift from early-career superstar to reliable middle-of-the-order bat, analyzing his performance, advanced metrics, and the nuances of a possible decline. With Reynolds entering his early 30s but still delivering above-average value on a team-friendly contract, the debate swirls: should the Pirates cash in via trade or keep their cornerstone?

Key topics include the financial impact of Reynolds’ extension, comparison of current outfield talent like Oneil Cruz and Esmerlyn Valdez, and why trading Reynolds doesn’t make sense unless the return is overwhelming. The discussion tackles fan expectations, potential lineup changes, and the lessons learned from recent Pirates and MLB roster moves. Is keeping Reynolds the foundation Pittsburgh needs, or will external pressure push the front office toward another rebuild?

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The Rays and Brewers are smarter organizations than everyone else

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:18:55 GMT

Offsesason Position Reviews: Outfield

Foul Territory Network — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Hosts Josh Harrison and Platinum Key review the Pirates outfield in 2026 and look forward to 2027, including Oneil Cruz' ceiling, expectations for Esmerlyn Valdez's second season, and more.

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What the Pirates Need to Learn From the Rays

North Shore Nine — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The Chris Archer trade happened eight years ago, but are the Pirates still feeling the effects of it?

Alex Stumpf looks at how the Rays built another pennant-winning roster largely through trades, why Tampa continues taking aggressive swings for talent, and why Pittsburgh can’t let one disastrous deal make the organization afraid of taking risks.

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DK's Daily Shot of Pirates: Bargain-bin World Series!

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:03:00 GMT

DK's Double Shot of Steelers: Credit to this defense

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:15:00 GMT

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DK's Double Shot of Penguins: A little heat?

DK Pittsburgh Sports — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:03:00 GMT

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Did Milwaukee Prove the Pirates Have No Excuses?

North Shore Nine — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:18:00 GMT

The Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the World Series, and their run has reopened one of the biggest debates surrounding the Pirates: if Milwaukee can consistently win as a small-market team, what excuse does Pittsburgh have left?

On today’s Bucco Brew, DiNardo and Jim dig into what Milwaukee’s success actually proves, why Pirates fans can still want major changes to MLB’s economic system, and whether a salary cap, spending floor and expanded revenue sharing would create a more level playing field. Plus, why changing the system wouldn’t automatically fix the Pirates, but could finally remove one of the organization’s biggest built-in excuses.

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Internal Improvement Plan | 483

Bridge to Buctober — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we each bring a handful of Pittsburgh Pirates players to the table and ask the question: what would we tell them to work on this offseason? What player would you send home with what plan? We know how much Ben Cherington will have to rely on internal improvement. We also talk about the MLB Postseason games and where they stand.

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