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https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-4239i-14acec3 Craig and Chris discuss Ben Cherington begin by discussing Ben Cherington’s most recent statements; which leads them down a path of talking about the value(s) of Hayes and Reynolds’ contracts, the additions that could/should be made and how they get ultimately get the extra 8 or so wins that the Pirates GM pointed toContinue reading “Pirates Past, Present And Future Plans”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-xti32-14a87b6 In this episode Craig talks about the possible effect of Roansy and Ortiz’s changeup usage, Jared Jones pitching with the ABS vs. The Umpire Challenge and Anthony Solometo potentially wearing down as the season went on.  Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan; especiallyContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Pirates Prospect Pitching Development”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-s3q72-14a4529 Craig and Chris begin by talking about some of the issues that exist at the end of this year and how they can possibly be fixed, before going on a tangent-similar to Ke’Bryan’s-about home plate umps; and, finish off the episode with Cutch’s season ending injury.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers theContinue reading “Pirates Problems”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9qgwr-149612e Craig talks about how he picks his favorite players in the Minor Leagues, and how they are not always even the best on their own team. He then jumps into a conversation about the amount of information that is generated during each game that is played; with some being more of an educated guess,Continue reading “Minor League News And Brews: Picking Favorites And The Age Of Information Overload”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-p2phk-148b959 Craig explains his reasoning for following the Pirates Minor League System so closing; then, goes on to explore why others may get frustrated with the discussions surrounding prospects by digging into the numbers on breakout candidates from previous seasons, and the success rate of the Pirates Top 10 Prospects since 2019.  Craig Toth coversContinue reading “Minor League News And Brews: The Other Side Of The Coin”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-3tidf-1489200 Craig and Chris discuss how the Pirates are approaching development with Endy Rodriguez, concerns they may have about making acquisitions in the off-season and a legend that could end up sticking around just a little bit too long.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins hisContinue reading “Finding Production On The Pirates Roster Moving Forward”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-u3vyw-147fb2c Craig and Chris discuss the MLB Network’s praise concerning the potential of the 2024 Pirates and how they can actually get there; as well as the future role of Jack Suwinski.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oakContinue reading “The Polarizing Pittsburgh Pirates”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-thnxc-147b026 Craig leads off the show by dispelling claims concerning Henry Davis’ development; which eventually leads into a discussion about International Bonus Pool Space and the professional debuts of numerous 2023 MLB Draft Picks for your Pittsburgh Pirates.  Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and is a huge Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Fan;Continue reading “Minor League News and Brews: International Bonus SPACE and MLB Draft Pick Debuts”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hm76y-1476c89 Craig and Chris start off by comparing the culture within the Pirates Clubhouse to those of other rebuilding teams, and end by trying to make roster decisions for 2024 and beyond; including the possibility of trading a player that is presumably a part of the core.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth covers theContinue reading “The Pirates Are Building A Culture”

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-nymqp-1471bd3 Craig sits down to talk about the money that Pirates left on the table in the 2023 MLB Draft, the Newest Fangraphs Farm System Rankings that has your team at #1 and the history of the Developmental Department within the Minors since Ben Cherington took over.  Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The BucsContinue reading “Minor League News and Brews: Draft Dollars, Farm System Rankings and Player Development”