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North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

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Pittsburgh Pirates
Paul Skenes
Konnor Griffin
Mitch Keller
Braxton Ashcraft
Oneil Cruz
Carmen Mlodzinski
Bubba Chandler
Philadelphia Phillies
Pirates
Jared Jones
Brandon Lowe
Bullpen
Cincinnati Reds
Esmerlyn Valdez
Colorado Rockies
Baseball
Major League Baseball
Chicago Cubs
Starting Pitching

Where Pittsburgh Pirates Fans Gather For Insight, Fun, & A Little Therapy #LetsGoBucs #Pirates #MLB

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Latest Episodes

The Pirates entered the season believing an average offense would be enough if their starting pitching carried the team. Instead, the offense has exceeded expectations while the rotation has been closer to average.

Alex Stumpf explains why Pittsburg... more

The Pirates haven’t played in four days, and Pittsburgh has apparently lost its mind.

Jim and Tyler react to the ridiculous ideas of trading Oneil Cruz or Spencer Horwitz for bullpen help before discussing what Ben Cherington should actually do at t... more

Henry Davis entered the season with plenty to prove, but his strong finish to the first half has created some legitimate optimism. Alex Stumpf examines Davis’ recent production, his noticeable mechanical changes and the swing that may show he is fina... more

The Pittsburgh Pirates completed the 2026 MLB Draft with 21 selections, led by LSU outfielder Derek Curiel at No. 5 overall. Baseball America’s Carlos Collazo said it might be his favorite draft of the year, but what made Pittsburgh’s class stand out... more

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Recent Guests

Seth Hernandez
Pirates prospect, the Pirates' best pitcher on paper at the time
Pittsburgh Pirates organization
Episode: Seth Hernandez and Edward Florentino Are Coming Fast
Edward Florentino
Pirates prospect, notable power and center-field development
Pittsburgh Pirates organization
Episode: Seth Hernandez and Edward Florentino Are Coming Fast
Brent Iredale
Pirates prospect, 2025 seventh round draft pick
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Ripping 2026 Bowman With Pirates Prospect Brent Iredale
Michael Chernow
Pirates Director of Player Development
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Johan De Los Santos Scouting Report | Pirates Prospect Breakdown
Esmerlyn Valdez
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect called up to the majors
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: NS9 Postgame Show: Bucs Put The Tarp Back on The Cards with Series Win
Andrew McCutchen
Professional baseball player, Pirates icon
Texas Rangers (at time of interview)
Episode: What Really Happened Between Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates?
Ben Cherington
Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: We Criticized Ben Cherington… Does He Deserve Credit Now?
Khristian Curtis
Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Khristian Curtis Scouting Report + Interview | Pirates Prospect Breakdown
Colin Back
Reporter, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Post Gazette
Episode: Contender or Pretender? Konnor Griffin, Breakouts, and the 2026 Pirates

Hosts

Alex Stumpf
Host on North Shore Nine; frequent presence across shows and segments.
Anthony DiNardo
Host of the North Shore Nine Pirates podcast with recurring segments.
Jim
Host and segment host across episodes on Pirates coverage.
Neil
Co-host on NS9 Postgame Show, contributes analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 157 ratings
  • Great Show

    I’m a huge Pirate fan currently living in Michigan. Love tuning into this podcast for daily Bucco coverage. You guys have been my go-to during walks this past winter. Nothing better than it being 9 degrees along with a blizzard and tuning in as you guys report from Bradenton lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichiganPirateFan
    United States5 months ago
  • Raise it!

    Great podcast, I really appreciate the honesty on this podcast. They love the Bucs like we all do but also are realistic. The top 10 prospect list has me pumped for next season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    moguts
    United States8 months ago
  • Hitting a HR with the team?!?

    Glad to have found your pod… as a lifelong Pirate fan that was fortunate enough to be a little Bucco when they won in 79… it has been a struggle for most of the years since!!! You all bring a refreshing look to a team that needs quite a bit of squinting to see the positives. Keep up the great work and maybe just maybe we will be playing some games that count in October soon!!! Let’s go Bucs!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pittcontact
    United Statesa year ago
  • Home Run Pod

    These guys are fun to listen to. I wasn’t a baseball fan growing up. Since moving to Pittsburgh about 10 years ago, I’ve grown to love/be disappointed by the Buccos. Found a couple podcasts that cover the Pirates and this is the one I like the most. Entertaining and informative coverage. They talk about Baseball like regular people unlike certain loud mouth, irritating radio hosts who may or may not be a “super genius”. Keep up the great work fellas. The only criticism I have is the opening musi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTimberger412
    United Statesa year ago
  • LETS GO BUCCS

    Great podcast. Really enjoy the enthusiasm behind the team but also being realistic. Great insights as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Constantine the Great!!
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans appreciate candid takes on roster decisions and realism balanced with enthusiasm.
Some feedback highlights production and audio quality as an area for improvement.
Listeners praise deep,Bucs-focused analysis and strong chemistry between hosts.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#37
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#68
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#165
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#73
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#118
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#215
Australia/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ripping 2026 Bowman With Pirates Prospect Brent Iredale
Q: Do you, how long did it take you to sign all those autographs?
Brent details the multi-day autograph sessions during spring training, involving four-hour blocks over three days, with a focus on authentication and gathering autographs with teammates.
Ripping 2026 Bowman With Pirates Prospect Brent Iredale
Q: Your first Bowman.
Brent explains his first Bowman card experience, his initial collecting interest, and how the chase for rare cards has become a personal goal, including the desire to collect cards numbered to 10.
Johan De Los Santos Scouting Report | Pirates Prospect Breakdown
Q: Where do you think Johan's going to end up long term, given the defensive questions and his speed?
We expect him to stay in the infield in the short term with a strong possibility of moving to second base or even center field long term, leveraging his elite run speed and contact skills.
We Criticized Ben Cherington… Does He Deserve Credit Now?
Q: What's the approach to developing pitching and how do you maintain a strong culture while adding new players?
Cherington discusses a long-standing emphasis on identifying high-quality pitching through robust amateur scouting, enhanced development resources, and keeping the team focused on the game and learning from every outcome.
We Criticized Ben Cherington… Does He Deserve Credit Now?
Q: What was different this off season that allowed you to bring in impact players and inject them into the roster?
He attributes it to increased payroll flexibility, improved development pipelines, and a concerted effort to backfill needs while maintaining a long-term view, rather than short-term fixes.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Seth Hernandez
2. Edward Florentino
3. Brent Iredale
4. Michael Chernow
5. Esmerlyn Valdez
6. Andrew McCutchen
7. Ben Cherington
8. Khristian Curtis

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