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412➡️502 | Pirates fan/Masochist | -0.6 WAR podcaster for @northshorenine.com | #L1C4 | It's not my birthday
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We’re talking Urquidy, Ozuna rumors, Paredes trade buzz, catcher battles, and what to watch as pitchers & catchers report this week.

Baseball is back. Let’s go. ⚾️

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Pirates Still Looking To Bolster Lineup As Pitchers & Catchers Report This Week
In this episode of Bucco Brew, DiNardo and Rosati discuss the Pirates’ offseason, including Urquidy’s signing, trade rumors, lineup changes, and key roster battles as spring training ap…
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Shoutout to Mackey for asking Ben about this today.

Here is Ben’s response:
February 10, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Hmm
February 10, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Posted this on both Facebook and Instagram and the stark difference in the comments section of each platform is STAGGERING. Hoo boy.
From what I can tell, there have been four players who have been suspended for domestic violence to play in an MLB game since 2024.

All four have been employed by the Pittsburgh Pirates during that timeframe.
February 10, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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The Pirates added a potentially big bat on Monday in Marcell Ozuna. But it's an uncomfortable fit for the roster in more ways than one.
Bucs continue lineup overhaul with Marcell Ozuna
Photo by Ian D'Andrea. After adding Brandon Lowe via trade and Ryan O'Hearn through a multi-year free agent signing, the Pirates had taken two promising steps toward overhauling one of the worst lineups in the National League — and it wasn't even Christmas. It was a promising start to an important offseason, one in which the Bucs were appearing to make good on their promise to invest in the roster.
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February 10, 2026 at 1:05 PM
From a pure baseball standpoint, I think Marcell Ozuna has a good chance to be the best hitter on the 2026 Pirates. This lineup looks…decent tbh.

But why do they have to keep employing guys like this?

On top of that, THIS is the guy they get to drive the final nail into Cutch’s coffin?
February 9, 2026 at 10:03 PM
From what I can tell, there have been four players who have been suspended for domestic violence to play in an MLB game since 2024.

All four have been employed by the Pittsburgh Pirates during that timeframe.
February 9, 2026 at 9:47 PM
🚨 EMERGENCY POD 🚨
The Pirates add power with Marcell Ozuna, and we broke it all down immediately. Roster fit, payroll, what it means for Cutch, and what’s next.
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BREAKING: Pittsburgh Pirates Sign Marcell Ozuna
The North Shore Nine crew discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates’ signing of Marcell Ozuna, analyzing its implications for roster fit, payroll, and team dynamics.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:55 PM
🎙️ New Bucco Brew is live!

We’re talking Urquidy, Ozuna rumors, Paredes trade buzz, catcher battles, and what to watch as pitchers & catchers report this week.

Baseball is back. Let’s go. ⚾️

▶️ Watch/listen now
northshorenine.com/2026/02/09/p...
Pirates Still Looking To Bolster Lineup As Pitchers & Catchers Report This Week
In this episode of Bucco Brew, DiNardo and Rosati discuss the Pirates’ offseason, including Urquidy’s signing, trade rumors, lineup changes, and key roster battles as spring training ap…
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February 9, 2026 at 1:18 PM
I wasn't thrilled with how Sunday night went. But my camera went out mid-rant so I had to clip it like this lol.
February 3, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Pirates fans… this one hits different. 😤

We break down the Suárez miss, what it says about the organization, and why it stings so much heading into 2026. Plus: real talk on Oneil Cruz and what’s next.

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Suárez Signs Cheap, But Not in Pittsburgh. How Did This Happen?
Bucco Brew discusses the disappointment of the Pirates’ missed opportunity with Eugenio Suárez, reflecting on organizational direction, competitiveness, and fan sentiment ahead of spring trai…
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February 2, 2026 at 1:06 PM
1) If they were willing to go higher, then why didn't they?
2) If they were willing to do a multi-year deal, then why didn't they?

Honestly, this just makes the ineptitude of this FO even worse. Suarez did not want to come here and the Pirates have no one to blame but themselves for that.
Pirates offered the same AAV for Suarez as what he signed for with the Reds (and were willing to go higher), according to a source. Sounds like Suarez chose a more favorable ballpark and familiarity w/ Cincy for a prove-it deal.

Would have been 1/$15 but Pirates were willing to do a multi-year deal
February 1, 2026 at 11:27 PM
What's even the point?
February 1, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Third base is still the swing spot — and pretending it’ll fix itself isn’t a plan.

We broke down why Eugenio Suárez is the move the Pirates need to make right now, what it fixes, and why it matters for 2026.
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This Is the Move the Pirates Have to Make at Third Base
The Pirates don’t have many obvious roster holes right now, but third base continues to stand out as the one spot that feels unfinished. It’s not about depth or flexibility. It’s about certainty. I…
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January 29, 2026 at 5:58 AM
We ripped 2025 Bowman Draft packs with Pirates first-round pick Seth Hernandez and pulled some wild stuff. He talks Pirate City, the Dominican, collecting his own cards, and what he’s excited about heading into spring training.

Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/rLtspzBZXLQ
Ripping 2025 Bowman Draft with Pirates Prospect Seth Hernandez
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January 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Is this really the end for Cutch in Pittsburgh?

We break down Andrew McCutchen’s emotional tweet, Ben Cherington’s comments at PiratesFest, and why this reunion suddenly feels messy on today’s Bucco Brew.

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Is This the End for Cutch in Pittsburgh? McCutchen & Cherington Each Sound Off
The episode discusses Andrew McCutchen’s uncertain future with the Pirates, analyzing comments from him and Ben Cherington, while emphasizing roster challenges and the need for a reunion.
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January 26, 2026 at 1:10 PM
We ripped 2025 Bowman Draft with Pirates prospect Easton Carmichael and it was an absolute blast.

He talks his First Bowman card being photoshopped, the jump from SEC ball to pro ball, signing thousands of autos, and what he’s most excited about heading into spring training.
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We Ripped 2025 Bowman Draft With Pirates Prospect Easton Carmichael
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January 25, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Michael “Fort” McKenry joined wNS9+ to talk Cutch’s future, the messy catching situation, roster needs, and what this team still has to do to be real contenders.

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The Cutch Debate + Pirates Catching Chaos: Fort McKenry Joins
In a recent WNS9+ episode, Michael McKenry discussed PiratesFest, roster needs, and Andrew McCutchen’s potential return, emphasizing improved communication and addressing catching challenges …
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January 23, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Dallas Braden stopped by wNS9+ and didn’t hold back.

We talked Pirates offseason moves, why the pitching staff is the foundation, what still needs to happen next, and why this team is actually better than it was a few months ago.

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Buying the Vision? Dallas Braden Talks Pirates Offseason & Identity
On the latest episode of wNS9+, the North Shore Nine crew welcomed former MLB pitcher and analyst Dallas Braden for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about the Pittsburgh Pirates and the directio…
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January 15, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Cool guys thanks for the help
January 13, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Used to be the Ohio River. Now it’s the Ohio River.
My favorite Twitter prompt was "RT this with your home river," so reskeet this with your home river.

Mine is the Patuxent.
January 12, 2026 at 11:43 PM
Bob Nutting saving $$$ on jet fuel.
January 12, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Are the Pirates actually done making moves? 🤔

We break down Ryan O’Hearn, the Cubs adding Bregman, Ben Cherington’s latest comments, and why more moves still feel necessary on today’s Bucco Brew.

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PLEASE, BEN… One More Big Pirates Move Before Opening Day
In a recent episode of Bucco Brew, the hosts discussed the Pirates’ offseason moves, evaluating bullpen changes and the competitive NL Central landscape, highlighting the need for additional …
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January 12, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Talked about this a bit in our discord yesterday (you should join it btw).

It’s an interesting concept that prob isn’t good for the players. But it would be more exciting for fans.
January 10, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Well, I don’t think I’m getting my Twitter account back. Are there still people here lol
January 10, 2026 at 3:24 PM