Bridge to Buctober Podcast

Skenes does not disappoint. Bucs bounce back from a bad game on Monday to pick up the win. Konnor Griffin 2 hits. The Pirates using the opposite field all night to put together a 5 run 8th to seal the deal. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bucs sweep the Orioles on their Home Opening Weekend of 2026. Konnor Griffin's debut, a weekend of hoisting cones, and some great pitching. Let's break it all down. Happy Easter!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Konnor Griffin has been called up for the Pirates Home Opener and there's extension talks and everything! Let's go!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oneil Cruz hits 2 homers to lead the Pirates to victory against the Reds. O'Hearn and Reynolds go back to back with 2 outs, as well! Bucs win! Also, I spent the evening in Columbus watching Konnor Griffin and the exciting guys in AAA. Early season look at that, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Opening Weekend! And it's time to overreact! Pirates start the season in NIGHTMARE fashion. Skenes, Cruz, RISP, there's plenty to talk about! Also, getting a look at the new guys. It's regular season baseball, guys.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's TIME! The season starts this week and we are ready for the HOT TAKES and predictions episode! First we will react to the latest roster moves as the Opening Day roster come to fruition. Griffin, Garcia, and more starting the season in AAA. Then our hot takes, division standings, and ultimately, yes, what we're picking to be the Pirates record this season. Let's GO!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We are back from our World Baseball Classic trip (and Josh back from Spring Training). Just in time for St Patrick's Day. Let's talk a little about the WBC and get back to talkin' Bucs. Bubba, Griffin, Password, and more. It's time to look into Spring Training Opponent Quality, too. (OppQual). https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

No Live Show Tonight, but we will be back TOMORROW NIGHT! We are giving way to the USA Dominican Republic game tonight with Skenes on the mound! There will be a new episode Tuesday morning! Join us live Monday night on YouTube!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Konnor Griffin is the talk of the baseball town. Let's talk about what we've seen, so far. Also, we will re-address the idea of an extension for the kid. Along with an update on pitching, we talk about position player depth. Many teams are only as good as their starting lineup. That's been the case for years here. Let's talk about what we're seeing from guys who aren't in the suggested lineup. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spring Training games have started. We are full go Baseball! Let's talk about what we've seen and predict who will get what spot on this roster. Rest in peace, Maz. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spring Training has begun! The Pirates signed Marcell Ozuna on the way in. Let's talk about that and the storylines surrounding the Buccos this Spring. Batman Returns. Third Base. Let's talk about it all!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Spring workouts start this week! There could be more additions to this roster to come... but let's take a look at who's going to be there and what this looks like. This is the best roster Ben Cherington has compiled going into Spring Training. We can get caught up in what could have been, but we're going to take a look forward at what it is - and what it isn't, sure. But with Spring comes hope. Regardless... baseball starts now.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oneil Cruz is heading into 2026 needing to finally have that breakout season. He was ranked a top 10 CF in MLB, already. Where do we stand on that? Is he ready to take the next step? Working with a Platinum Glove winner this offseason to improve defense? We'll also talk a little Buccos in the WBC in this one. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

PiratesFest happened Saturday. The impending snow changed the event schedule and participation. And while there were many fans who couldn't make it, the turnout was good. While the spirits were high, there was one question that took the lead: where is Andrew McCutchen? Meanwhile, Paul Skenes received his Cy Young Award Saturday night, as well. We'll talk about that and more. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This offseason is drunk. A lot of craziness happened this week. We're going to talk about it. And, yes, we are going to be able to relate it to the Pirates. Of course, we have to bring up Cutch. But also Cruz and Griffin, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cherington says what he's still looking for. O'Hearn announced. Cubs making moves! Let's break it ALL down!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who's on first base? I don't know! No, I Don't Know plays third! Kazuma Okamoto signs with Blue Jays, now the Pirates need to pivot to another target. Let's react and talk about what's next! Is the offseason a bust, now? Let's talk about it!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pirates are signing Ryan O'Hearn to a 2-year deal worth $29MM, up to $30MM in incentives. Let's talk about what that does for this roster. Further moves need made, Okamoto rumors are heating up, what else can/will the Pirates do? Let's talk all about it!https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Bucs have landed Brandon Lowe in a 3-Team trade. Just in time for Christmas! Let's talk about the trade and all the dominos that fall after. Where do the Pirates go from here? Where SHOULD they go? And we'll have a little Christmas spirit in this one, too. https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Winter Meetings reactions. Bucs miss out on a couple free agents. Are they cooked? Is it all fake? Is it all for show? What's the narrative people are listening to? We're going to wrestle with some questions in this one. You know can always come here for FAIR conversations about your favorite team.https://linktr.ee/bridgetobuctoberAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy