Bucco Bantr

We sit down with Pirates pitching prospect Ryan Harbin, who’s coming off his best season yet and was recently added to the 40-man roster. Ryan talks about his journey from high school ball to the professional ranks, how his pitch mix has evolved over the years, and the lessons learned along the way. Tune in for an inside look at one of the Pirates’ rising arms and what’s next as he prepares for the next season.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's episode, Adam and Chris rewatch the 2004 baseball classic, Mr. 3000. Bernie Mac's first leading role in a comedy is a testament to why baseball writers are a menace and are never to be trusted. Destined for the Baseball Hall of Fame, post his early and dramatic retirement, Stan Ross is forced to return to baseball after nearly a decade of being a successful businessman because some nerd screwed up his counting stats. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week’s episode of Bucco Bantr, we recap the past week of Arizona Fall League action and the Fall Stars weekend, highlighting standout performances from Pirates prospects. We also dive into some early offseason transactions, the official opening of free agency, and discuss a few intriguing early trade targets the Pirates could explore this winter.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We sit down with Pirates pitching prospect Levi Sterling for an in-depth conversation about his baseball journey — from growing up in the competitive baseball hotbed of Southern California and starring at a powerhouse high school, to representing Team USA alongside future teammate Konnor Griffin, hearing his name called on draft day, and adjusting to life in pro ball. Levi shares insights into his mindset on the mound, his development process, and what drives him as he begins his path through the Pirates organization.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JABO Episode 2 takes a dive into a world of long-billed hats, fireworks, murderous dogs, and problematic kissing scenes as Adam and Chris look at the coming of age classic THE SANDLOT. The heartwarming, nostalgia-filled coming-of-age romp that looks at growing up through the lens of baseball and bullying. Get your popcorn ready, toast your mallows, and get ready for the Babe Ruth suckfest that defined a generation.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The MLB Offseason is officially here. We dive into an action-packed week across baseball by starting off with the thrilling conclusion to the World Series. Then, we break down the big coaching news — Derek Shelton heading to Minnesota as their new manager and Bill Murphy being named the Pirates’ new pitching coach. We’ll also recap the latest Arizona Fall League action, highlighting standout performances from Pirates prospects, and finish by discussing some early trade targets as the offseason begins to take shape.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We sit down with newly acquired Pirates prospect Callan Moss, who shares his remarkable journey from New York City to becoming one of the organization’s breakout hitters. Moss reflects on what it was like developing as a player in a city not known for producing baseball talent, the challenges of going undrafted, and the mindset that helped him carve out a path to professional success. We also dive into how his gritty New York upbringing shaped his approach at the plate and what fans can expect as he continues to make his mark in the Pirates system.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the inaugural episode of Just a Bit Outside, Adam and Chris take a look at the 1989 classic, "Field of Dreams". What's more American than finger guns, hot dogs, an army of steam rollers, time-traveling ghosts, baseball, and corn? Adam got to see this movie for the first time, so listen along and enjoy the childlike wonder of experiencing a very weird movie for the first time. Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3zlFollow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Bucco Bantr, we break down all the latest action from the Arizona Fall League, where several Pirates prospects continue to make noise. We also dive into the surprising news of Amateur Scouting Director Justin Horowitz’s departure — what it means for the organization heading into another crucial offseason. Plus, we highlight a few more early trade targets the Pirates could pursue to bolster the roster for 2026.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We sit down with Pirates 2025 first-round pick Seth Hernandez, one of the most exciting young arms in the organization. We dive into Seth’s draft day experience, his transition into professional baseball, and the mindset that drives him on the mound. He shares insight into his pitch arsenal, preparation routines, and how he’s adapting to the challenges of pro ball. Plus, we get his thoughts on joining a growing wave of talented pitching prospects in the Pirates system.Tune in for an inside look at the future of the Bucs’ rotation and get to know the player behind the hype — Seth Hernandez.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We’re back with another week of Arizona Fall League action — and Esmerlyn Valdez is on fire. We break down his torrid stretch at the plate and what it could mean for his development heading into 2026. Plus, we continue exploring potential offseason trade targets and take an early look at the free agent market as the Hot Stove starts to heat up.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Bucco Bantr, we sit down with Pirates reliever Isaac Mattson to recap his stellar 2025 season. We talk about his dominant stretch on the mound, the confidence behind throwing his fastball nearly 80% of the time, and how his mentality and emotion fuel his success in high-leverage spots. Isaac reflects on the growth he’s made this year, the trust he’s earned in the bullpen, and what drives him every time he takes the ball.A great mix of insight, intensity, and personality — this is one you won’t want to miss.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's episode, we recap the past week of action in the Arizona Fall League and break down the performances of Pirates prospects as they showcase their skills out west. We also dive into some early trade targets the Pirates could pursue this offseason and make our predictions for key arbitration cases heading into the winter.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on our Dahn on the Farm series, we sit down with Pirates 2025 9th round pick out of LSU, Jared "Bear" Jones. We talk about his time at LSU playing SEC baseball, his recent draft story, and much more.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On today's episode, we are joined by Pirates beat reporter Alex Stumpf. We dive into the news of Don Kelly’s extension as Pirates manager and what it means for the team moving forward. We also break down other coaching staff changes and how they could shape the club’s development in 2026. To wrap things up, we give a quick preview of the upcoming offseason and the key storylines to watch as the Pirates look to build heading into 2026.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this first Dahn on the Farm episode of the offseason, we sit down with Pirates pitching prospect Blake Townsend. We talk about his journey to professional baseball from Australia, his development on the mound, and what’s ahead as he continues to climb through the Pirates system. We’re excited to kick off the offseason with this interview and look forward to bringing you many more prospect conversations in the months ahead.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We wrap up the 2025 season with a full recap of the final series in Atlanta and take a step back to look at the year as a whole. From the highs and lows of an unforgettable campaign to the standout performances that defined it, we name our Bucco Bantr Players of the Year and reflect on everything 2025 brought to Pittsburgh baseball. We’ll also give a quick preview of the offseason ahead and what’s next for the Pirates and for the show.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Paul Skenes continues to dominate in his historic sophomore season as the Pirates take a series win in Cincinnati, putting a dent in the Reds’ playoff hopes. We break down top pitching prospect Hunter Barco’s big-league debut and Spencer Horwitz’s scorching hot bat. To wrap it up, we preview the final series of the season in Atlanta against the Braves.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of Dahn on the Farm, we discuss the latest headlines circulating the Pirates minor league system, from recent promotions to Altoona's playoff recap. We also run through the last week of game action for Indianapolis and highlight the key performers. Lastly, we are joined by current Bradenton Marauders Outfielder, Ian Farrow. Tune in to hear his journey to professional baseball and much more.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We wrap up the final home series of the 2025 season with a recap of our year at PNC Park and of the Pirates’ series win over the Athletics. Then we turn our attention to the upcoming road trip, where the Bucs face the Reds as Cincinnati battles for a playoff spot - can they play spoiler against the division rival? Plus, we reveal our Players of the Week and highlight the performances that stood out down the stretch.Join us on Discord: https://dubclub.win/af/afl-rep3z/Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: buccobantr@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bucco-bantr/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy