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DK's Daily Shot of Pirates

Dejan Kovacevic
Pittsburgh Pirates
Major League Baseball
Baseball
Paul Skeens
Ben Cherington
Bob Nutting
Ben Cherrington
Andrew Mccutchen
Konnor Griffin
Paul Skenes
Spring Training
Los Angeles Dodgers
Salary Cap
Henry Davis
Gregory Soto
Mitch Keller
O'neill Cruz
Ben Charrington
Brian Reynolds
PNC Park

Award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers a 'Daily Shot' show each weekday morning, covering the Pirates! It's available bright and early, and timed to match your commute, never longer than 20 minutes!

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Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos th... more

Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos th... more

Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos th... more

Award-winning reporter Dejan Kovacevic, a lifelong veteran of the Pittsburgh sports scene, delivers three 'Daily Shot' podcasts every weekday morning, one each covering the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates! Plus three additional 'Double Shot' videos th... more

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Braxton Ashcraft
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Dave Feeney
Listener who submitted the J1Q for the show
DK Pittsburgh Sports listener
Episode: The seven-year itch
Clint Novak
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Episode: Henry’s still the priority, huh?
Jose Negron
Beat reporter, on-scene contributor
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Episode: Bottoms up!
Andrew McCutchen
Major League Baseball outfielder, former Pirates star
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Episode: Cutch's reaction
David Yocum
Listener who submitted a J1Q question
Episode: The finalization of the Pirates' roster feels kinda blah
Fran Streichman
Listener who submitted J1Q
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Episode: Fifth starter’s a must?
Bruce Hamilton
Listener who submitted a J1Q question
Episode: Pivotal for Chandler
Ben Farrell
Contributor who asks questions (J1Q segment)
Episode: Forget Konnor Griffin?

Host

Dejan Kovacevic
Lead host and award-winning columnist covering Pittsburgh sports; frequent analyst on Pirates topics and pitching depth.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Solid

    Solid

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mjalosky
    United States2 years ago
  • Love It

    Listen every day and really enjoy and appreciate it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Roacher
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners would like more guest diversity and broader perspectives over time.
Audiences enjoy bold, data-informed takes from the host and guests, with strong community ties.
Listeners describe the show as solid and consistently engaging, with clear appreciation for quick daily updates.
Fans highlight the local Pittsburgh flavor and sponsor integrations as strengths.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#124
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#206
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#113
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#9
Chile/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#35
China/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#50
Sweden/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A price too high?
Q: What is the big strategic question facing the Pirates this season in terms of players and prospects?
The host suggests weighing prospect cost against immediate bullpen needs, arguing that landing a proven closer might be worth giving up top prospects if it accelerates contention; otherwise, the focus should be on acquiring real prospects who could help in the near term.
Fundamental fun
Q: Why has Bob Nutting continued to keep Ben Cherrington as GM for the past two years?
The host argues that the GM should be relieved of duties given missed rebuild promises and the perception that trades and drafts did not yield expected talent, but later concedes that some credit is due for recent positive changes and improvements, indicating a nuanced stance.
The missing All-Stars
Q: Today's J1Q comes from Barry, who says, DK, even if the Pirates are doing well at the trade deadline, do you see the possibility of them trading Brandon Lau because of his contract situation?
The host and guests discuss the possibility but express skepticism about trading Lau, noting the team's contention and the challenge of replacing a productive hitter with limited return options.
How special?
Q: Is Marilyn Valdez seriously in the running for National Rookie of the Year?
The host analyzes Valdez's stats, compares him to other rookies like Stewart, Weatherholt, and Rumfield, and argues that while he faces stiff competition, Valdez's sustained production across many weeks could position him as a serious contender depending on counting stats versus pace of play.
Just throw harder?
Q: Today's J1Q comes from Bruce, who asks whether Skeens' outings without run support might have affected him mentally, and whether a minor-league assignment could help.
The host suggests that pushing him further without support isn't ideal, and while some players benefit from a reset in the minors, the focus should be on fixing things in-house and maintaining confidence while keeping him healthy.

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Concise, weekday morning briefings on Pirates coverage, with quick, data-informed takes on games, prospects, and team strategy. Episodes frequently blend game recaps, roster moves, bullpen usage, and local business plugs, delivering fast insights for fans during their commute. A standout trait is the host's unapologetic, analytics-minded storytelling and strong Pittsburgh regional flavor, plus regular sponsor integrations that anchor the show in the local business community. Potential listeners include serious baseball fans who want concise, opinion-led analysis with a heavy emphasis on pitching depth and prospect development.

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