Neil Walker joins the show to break down the Pirates' recent managerial change and what fans can expect from Don Kelly as he steps into the role. We dive into clubhouse dynamics, the importance of leadership, and why trading Paul Skenes is a ridiculous conversation. Neil also shares a personal story about Donnie Kelly's early days dating his sister…

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Cody and Ryan breakdown the action from the Pirates 3-1 victory over the Reds. Andrew Heaney pitched 5 solid innings, and Henry Davis looked to be getting things together offensively and defensively. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.my…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brother's Bailey Falter absolutely shoved and the Pirates somehow won a game 1-0 over the Reds. We break down the win, talk about Falter's heater, Cruz looking alive again, and yes—Spencer Horwitz actually being a real first baseman. Oh, and we gave away some sandwiches. If you missed the livestream, be better.…

Another night, another lifeless Pirates offense. In this episode of the North Shore Nine Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros, Neil and Doug react to the Pirates' 7–1 loss to the Reds and dive into the all-too-familiar script: wasted starting pitching, a bullpen collapse, and zero offensive spark. They break down: The repeat failures of the Pirat…

Paul Skenes is electric. He’s a superstar. And no, the Pittsburgh Pirates should not even entertain the idea of trading him — no matter what the national media says. On this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down why Skenes is already changing the trajectory of the franchise and why all these “should the Pirates trade him?” takes are absolutely insan…

The Pirates wasted another gem from Paul Skenes, falling 1-0 to the Phillies and getting swept on the road. On today’s NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros, DiNardo and Ryan react to a brutal offensive performance that extended Pittsburgh’s streak of scoring four runs or fewer to 23 straight games. We break down what went wrong at the plate, …

North Shore Nine Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brother's. The Pirates dropped another lifeless one in Philly as Zack Wheeler diced up the lineup for 7 shutout innings. Bryan Reynolds broke up the shutout with a 9th-inning homer, but it was far too little, far too late. Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen combined to go 0-for-7 with 6 strikeouts, an…

The Pirates bullpen strikes again—this time in brutal fashion, blowing a late lead as Pittsburgh falls 8-4 to the rival Phillies. On tonight’s NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros, Anthony DiNardo and Jim Rosati break down another frustrating loss. We cover the turning point that unraveled everything, questionable bullpen decisions, and the c…

We’re going live to break down another rough series for the Pirates—this time against the Mets. The offense continues to look lifeless, with the usually-reliable Bryan Reynolds being the main culprit. We’ll talk through what’s going wrong, what changes (if any) should be made, and whether it’s time to bring up some help from Indianapolis with Horwi…

Rain delays couldn’t stop the Bucs tonight as Matt Gorski and Jared Triolo each launched two-run homers to lead the Pirates to a 4–0 win over the Mets at Citi Field. Bailey Falter danced out of early trouble, Chase Shugart held the line in relief, and the bullpen combo of Rainey, Bednar, and Santana sealed the shutout. Alexander Canario had a multi…

North Shore Nine Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bro's Tyler and Doug react to another wasted Mitch Keller start as the Pirates fall 2-1 to the Mets. They discuss Donnie Kelly’s early decisions, Brian Reynolds’ struggles, and the continued offensive woes plaguing the team. RSVP to the NS9 Tailgate on May 24th at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ns9-t…

The Pirates drop yet another frustrating game, falling 4-3 to the Mets on a Pete Alonso walk-off sac fly. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes’ strong start, the offense's continued collapse, and key moments that swung the game—like Matt Gorski’s struggles, Bryan Reynolds’ slump, and a bizarre coaching decision at third. They also dive into Don Kell…

The Don Kelly era is officially underway — and it starts with a series win over the Atlanta Braves. In this episode of Bucco Brew Powered by De Fer Coffee & Tea, we break down the Pirates' weekend, the early vibes around Donnie Baseball, and whether this team is actually headed in a new direction… or just riding a short-term boost. We also react to…

The Pittsburgh Pirates walk it off on Mother’s Day! Joey Bart stays red hot with the game-winning hit, lifting the Bucs to a 4-3 win over the Braves. Carmen Mlodzinski got the surprise start and delivered his best outing of the season, giving the Pirates exactly what they needed on a day without Oneil Cruz. Don Kelly improves to 2-0 in games he’s m…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates drop another heartbreaker, 3-2 in 11 innings, despite solid pitching and plenty of chances. Jim and Tyler dive into Don Kelly’s ejection, Reynolds losing his cool, and some truly head-scratching late-game decisions. They also touch on Joey Bart’s big night, the latest on Oneil Cruz’s injury, a…

The Pirates finally delivered a clean, complete game at PNC Park — and we’re breaking it all down. Alexander Canario and Jared Triolo both went yard, Bailey Falter shoved through six scoreless, and the bullpen locked it down as Pittsburgh shut out Atlanta 3-2. We’ll talk about Oneil Cruz’s rocket single, Andrew McCutchen’s clutch RBI double, and ho…

The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially fired manager Derek Shelton — and Neil and Doug are here to break it all down. Was this the right move? Did Shelton deserve to go? And who’s really to blame for the Pirates' disastrous start? In this heated debate, the guys dive into the decision, dissect Ben Cherington’s comments, and ask the big question: wh…

The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially fired manager Derek Shelton, and the NS9 crew is here with immediate reaction and full breakdown. Don Kelly has been named the new manager, and while the move comes as a shock to some, it’s been a long time coming for many in the fanbase. In this episode, Anthony DiNardo and Tyler Sweeney go live to unpack eve…

In this emergency edition of the North Shore Nine podcast, we react to the Pittsburgh Pirates' decision to part ways with manager Derek Shelton. What does this mean for the team moving forward? We break down Shelton's tenure, the reasons behind the firing, and what the future holds for the Pirates' leadership and coaching staff. Join us as we discu…

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Ryan and Cody break down the Pirates 7th straight loss in a 5-0 shutout as the Cardinals finished the sweep. The guys discuss Mitch Keller's quality start and Sonny Gray's efficient outing that blanked the Bucs. They also speculate whether or not they believe the Pirates will make any changes with man…

The Pirates bats failed Paul Skenes once again as the offense could only muster 1 run. Doug and Neil breakdown Skene's start as well as the lack of offense and how they think the rest of this season should look from this point on. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first…

orth Shore Nine Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers. Another game, another no-show from the Pirates offense. Tyler and Neil break down yet another frustrating loss where the Buccos trot out a bullpen arm to start, fail to generate anything at the plate, and lose handedly. Is this just who they are now? How much more of this can fans take? We…

The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost 8 of their last 10 and just got swept by the Padres at home. With the team sitting at 12–23, the question has to be asked: is it time for Ben Cherington or Derek Shelton to go? In this episode of Bucco Brew, we dive deep into the front office fallout — breaking down Cherington’s latest comments, Derek Shelton’s grow…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Padres and now sit at 12–23, prompting serious concerns about the direction of the team. In this episode of the North Shore Nine Postgame Show, Jim and Ryan react to another miserable loss that featured sloppy defense, baserunning blunders, and a lifeless offense t…

The Pirates drop a tight one to the Padres, 2-1, but Bailey Falter shined with a strong day on the mound. Tyler and Neil break it all down — from Manny Machado’s solo homer to Fernando Tatis Jr. scoring the go-ahead run on a wild pitch. They’ll dive into the key moments, Falter’s impressive outing, and what’s next for the Bucs as the series continu…

The Pirates fell 9–4 to the Padres in a tough one at PNC Park, and the NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. breaks it all down. From Mitch Keller’s rough outing to the bullpen's struggles, we analyze what went wrong and where the team stands heading into the rest of the series. Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds provided some offensive highlights…

Former Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson joins the North Shore Nine crew for a wide-ranging, fun, and insightful conversation about baseball then and now. We kick things off with what Jack’s been up to lately—coaching in the Appalachian League, mentoring young players, and watching his son Jacob rise through the A’s system. From there, we dive into his…

Paul Skenes wasn’t himself, and the Pirates let another one slip away. On this NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros., Ryan and Doug break down the Pirates’ 8–3 loss to the Cubs in the series rubber match at PNC Park. Skenes walked four, gave up three homers in one inning, and looked uncharacteristically off—all while the offense once again fa…

Carmen Mlodzinski’s short outing, a dominant performance by the bullpen, and Andrew McCutchen’s clutch go-ahead double in the 7th. They also dive into Joey Bart’s rough night behind the plate, the ongoing struggles of Tommy Pham, and the latest on David Bednar’s strong return to the closer role. Plus, Primanti Bros. sandwich giveaways, a look ahead…

In this episode of the NS9 Postgame Show, Anthony DiNardo and Doug dive deep into the Pittsburgh Pirates' 8-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs. The Pirates were unable to find any rhythm, leading to a frustrating and non-competitive performance at PNC Park. From key plays to pitching struggles, the hosts break down the tough moments that led to the lopside…

The Pirates drop 2 of 3 in L.A., but there are signs of life: Oneil Cruz is still on fire, Andrew McCutchen looks as steady as ever, and the Bubba Chandler watch may be officially underway. We break down the weird Colin Holderman moment from Saturday, David Bednar’s return to the mound, and what Cruz’s recent stretch could mean for his long-term ou…

The Pirates drop the series finale in LA with a 9-2 loss to the Dodgers, and Jim and Doug are here to break it all down on this episode of the NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros. We dive into Bailey Falter’s rough outing, Kyle Nicolas’ 54-pitch nightmare, and a historic weekend from Andy Pages. Plus, Andrew McCutchen’s four-hit game and mor…

The Pirates had a lead… and then Colin Holderman happened. Fresh off the IL, Holderman came in and promptly blew the game wide open as the Dodgers handed Pittsburgh an ugly 8-4 loss. On this NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros., Tyler and DiNardo break down another Derek Shelton disaster class, questionable bullpen management, and what this …

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Ryan and Doug break down Paul Skenes out dueling Yamamoto in a 3-0 Pirates victory over the Dodgers. We dive into the decision to bring Skenes out for the 7th inning, Shelton calling on Bednar to close the door in the 9th and the bats scratching out three runs. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON…

The Pirates drop a winnable one to the Angels, losing 4-3—but Matt Gorski’s MLB debut gave fans a moment to remember. Jim and Ryan break down Gorski’s homer in his first at-bat, Oneil Cruz continuing his breakout campaign, and yet another game where the Pirates failed to manage around Carmen Mlodzinski’s second-time-through struggles. We dive into …

Watch the full NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Pirates coverage all season long. Tyler and Dougie Fresh celebrate a rare back-to-back lineup—and a 3-0 win over the Angels. From Heaney’s dominance to Cruz heating up, we’re breaking the slump and breaking it all down. Sandwiches inc…

The Pirates kicked off their road trip with a bang, taking down the Angels 9–3 behind a vintage Andrew McCutchen homer and solid nights from Joey Bart and Ke’Bryan Hayes. DiNardo and Ryan break down the offensive explosion, Bailey Falter’s strong start, and what this win says about the team’s current momentum. Tune in to the NS9 Postgame Show power…

The Pirates were just swept again… and now even Andrew McCutchen is acknowledging the fans' frustration. In this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down Kevin Gorman’s column and Cutch’s honest comments on the “Sell the Team” chants — and what it says about the state of the franchise. We then dive into the growing tension between Pirates fans and Bob …

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers Doug and Tyler break down a wild one at PNC Park. The Pirates rallied to tie it in the 9th, but a crushing double play and Kyle Manzardo’s sac fly in extras sealed the loss. They recap Keller’s start, Frazier’s clutch hit, and the Pirates’ continued struggles in close games. Pirates Rally Late, Collaps…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Brothers Tyler and Neil discuss today's game against the Cleveland Guardians. Paul Skenes didn't have his best stuff on his bobblehead day, but still managed to toss 7 innings of 2 run ball. The offense remained lifeless, hopefully we can give more sandwiches out soon. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your firs…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates fall 10-7 to the Guardians in a frustrating opener where a late rally was undone by another brutal outing from Carmen Mlodzinski and a meltdown from Kyle Nicolas. Jim and Dougie break down the failed pitching experiment, the continued struggles of Jack Suwinski, and whether it’s finally time t…

The Pittsburgh Pirates just took 3 of 4 from the Nationals, Oneil Cruz is heating up, and the bullpen looks legit. But after a benches-clearing moment and some real emotion on the field… is this actually the turnaround we’ve been waiting for? We’re joined by Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to break it all down and preview this weekend’…

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Andrew Heaney SHOVED as he went 7.1 scoreless for the Pirates, and Oneil Cruz brought home the lone run in the 1st inning with a 442 foot home run! Cody and Ryan breakdown the action from the Pirates and Nationals series finale. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MER…

The Pirates handled business in a 6–1 win over the Nationals, powered by a dominant 7-inning outing from Bailey Falter and a game-breaking grand slam from Oneil Cruz. Henry Davis chipped in with his first homer of the year, and the offense finally woke up after a slow start. Things got heated in the 7th when Jorge López was ejected for throwing up …

The Pittsburgh Pirates followed up their offensive explosion with a complete dud, falling 3–0 to the Washington Nationals in another lifeless performance. Mitch Keller pitched fine, but the bats went silent again, and the defensive miscues made things worse. On this episode of the NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros, DiNardo and Doug break d…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates are back in the win column thanks to a dominant performance on Skenes Day. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes' bounce-back outing, a complete team win featuring 14 hits, and an offense that went 8-for-10 with runners in scoring position. They dive into Henry Davis stepping in after Endy Rodri…

The Pirates just got flat-out embarrassed by the Reds — swept in Cincinnati and looked lifeless doing it. We break down all three games, from Elly De La Cruz’s grand slam to Hunter Greene retiring 17 straight. Is this just a cold stretch or something worse? Jim also gives his firsthand scouting report on Bubba Chandler after seeing him pitch Tuesda…

The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Cincinnati Reds, losing 4-0 in today’s game. Hunter Greene’s dominant performance kept the Pirates’ offense quiet all game. Join Anthony DiNardo and Doug as they break down the key moments and discuss what the Pirates need to do to bounce back after this tough series. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your firs…

Tyler and Ryan are back with another Saturday night NS9 Postgame Show powered by Primanti Bros — and it’s another rough one. The Pirates drop to 5-10 after a lifeless offensive performance and a grand slam that sealed the deal early. The guys dive into Derek Shelton’s job security, the lack of depth, more brutal defense, and Henry Davis’s return. C…

The Pirates fall 5-3 to the Reds, and Neil and Doug are here to recap another frustrating night of baseball. From lineup decisions to missed opportunities, we break down what went wrong and where the Pirates go from here. It’s the battle of the basement — and the vibes match the standings. Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://…