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Bucco Territory: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

Foul Territory Network
Pittsburgh Pirates
Paul Skenes
Major League Baseball
Konnor Griffin
Mitch Keller
Baseball
World Baseball Classic
Spring Training
Josh Harrison
Brandon Lowe
Pirates
Foul Territory Network
Andrew Mccutchen
Okamoto
Oneil Cruz
Jared Jones
Paul Skeens
Pitching
Bullpen
Carmen Mlodzinski

Bucco Territory is your go-to Pittsburgh Pirates show. Noah Hiles, Platinum Key and former Pirates, "J-Hey," Josh Harrison host. Bucco Territory brings you fresh Buccos insight & analysis all year long. Bucco Territory is part of the Foul Territory network: baseball the way it should be covered!

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Hosts Noah Hiles, Josh Harrison and Platinum Key review the Pirates infield in 2026, cover possible internal options for 2027, and wrap up by discussion potential additions this offseason, including what happens if the Pirates can't bring back Brando... more

Hosts Noah Hiles, Josh Harrison and Platinum Key review the Pirates catchers in 2026, cover possible internal options for 2027, and wrap up by discussion potential external additions this offseason.

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Hosts Noah Hiles, Josh Harrison and Platinum Key review the Pirates bullpen in 2026, cover possible internal options for 2027, and wrap up by discussion potential additions this offseason.

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Recent Guests

Jacob Gonzales
Pirates shortstop prospect-turned-utility player
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Episode: Previewing the Biggest Homestand of the Season
Josh Harrison
Former Pirates infielder, All-Star in 2014 and 2017
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Episode: What's it like to be an MLB All-Star?
Colin Beazley
Reporter for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Episode: Skenes speaks out against MLB's CBA proposal ft. Colin Beazley
Esmerlyn Valdez
Pirates prospect promoted to MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Esmerlyn Valdez called up, Braxton Ashcraft continues to shove
Connor Griffin
Baseball player, Pirates prospect
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Episode: Pirates Hoist the Cone to Sweep Orioles
AJ Burnett
Former Pirates All-Star right-hander
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Batman Returns: A.J. Burnett joins from Pirates Spring Training
Bubba Chandler
Pirates rookie right-hander during spring training
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Bubba Chandler drives to Spring Training with Bucco Territory
Isaac Mattson
Relief pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Pirates' Isaac Mattson joins Bucco Territory
Jake Mangum
New outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, former Mississippi State player
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Interviewing Pirates' Jake Mangum

Hosts

Noah Hiles
Pirates-focused host and analyst.
Josh Harrison
Former Pirates player offering first-hand perspective on the team and clubhouse.
Mark
Co-host known as Platinum Key.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Bucco Nation

    Thanks J-Hey - Bucco’s are back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim B hosting Orioles content
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show!

    I love hearing what the hosts have to say after every Bucs game. They not only bring in knowledgeable stats but I enjoy hearing their opinions on how games unfold.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CamW’s takes
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pirates

    Lots of great insight for Pirates fans and those looking to keep updated. Great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mcm2949
    United States4 months ago
  • BEST PIRATES POD!

    This podcast has tons of great insight for the MLB team of the Pirates. It is always great to hear what they are talking about as it is a great source for relevant information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mriahj
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Show

    This is a great show for not just Pirates fans but also baseball fans looking for more insights on the Pirates

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lax35ersBullpenCater77
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners value the focused Pirates coverage and timely updates on team developments.
Listeners describe the conversation as engaging and fun, with an easygoing tone that does not take itself too seriously.
Reviews praise the hosts' knowledgeable takes, statistics, and discussion of how games unfold.
Josh Harrison's former-player perspective is a particular draw, adding first-hand insight to the analysis.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#179
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#179
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#183
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#198
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#43
Israel/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#52
Sweden/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mailbag: What's J Hay's favorite memory as a Pirate?
Q: What was your favorite MLB city to travel to and why?
Josh shares fond memories of playing at Wrigley Field due to the atmosphere, day games, and history, noting the city's dining and entertainment options as part of the overall experience.
Mailbag: What's J Hay's favorite memory as a Pirate?
Q: What's your favorite memory as a Bucco, Josh?
Josh highlights his Mother's Day walk-off with his mom and grandma in the stands as a standout moment, along with the emotional significance of later playoff runs and signing with the Pirates as part of family history in Pittsburgh.
Offense struggles as Skenes' skid continues
Q: What are the expectations for Paul Skenes for the rest of the season?
The hosts suggest that the best-case recurring expectation is more of the same: roughly five to six innings per start with a focus on limiting walks and keeping the runs down, rather than mirroring his Cy Young campaign, and they doubt a quick mechanical fix will emerge midseason.
Potential Bullpen Reinforcements
Q: Where would you start calling up a reliever if you had to make a move today?
The discussion centers on options like Mike Clevenger, Thomas Harrington, and Wilbur D'Otel, with many weighing MLB experience, 40-man roster status, and potential DFA candidates to open a roster spot.
Mailbag: What's the plan with pitch counts?
Q: Who makes the decisions on pitch counts for the Pirates, and how is that process described?
It's described as a group decision involving the pitching staff and front office, reviewing individual plans and staying aligned despite different personalities, with an emphasis on balancing short-term competitiveness and long-term durability.

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Regular conversations about the Pittsburgh Pirates, combining current-season analysis with discussion of roster decisions, player development, coaching, and the club's longer-term direction. Noah Hiles, Josh Harrison, and Mark, known as Platinum Key, lead roundtable discussions, postgame reactions, position-by-position assessments, and occasional fan mailbags. Harrison's perspective as a former Pirates player adds first-hand insight into clubhouse culture and the realities of playing the game, while the hosts balance statistics and tactical debate with candid opinions and light banter.

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1. Jacob Gonzales
2. Josh Harrison
3. Colin Beazley
4. Esmerlyn Valdez
5. Connor Griffin
6. AJ Burnett
7. Bubba Chandler
8. Isaac Mattson

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