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North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast

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Pittsburgh Pirates
Konnor Griffin
Spring Training
Paul Skenes
Major League Baseball
Oneil Cruz
Baseball
Mitch Keller
Braxton Ashcraft
Brandon Lowe
MLB
Carmen Mlodzinski
Pirates
Andrew Mccutchen
Cincinnati Reds
Bubba Chandler
Chicago Cubs
Kazuma Okamoto
Ryan O'hearn
Seth Hernandez

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

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Latest Episodes

The Pirates dropped their second straight game in Atlanta, falling 6-3 to the Braves as Braxton Ashcraft was hit harder than we’ve seen in a while. Jim and Tyler break down Ashcraft’s outing, why the starting pitching has become a concern over the la... more

Johan De Los Santos is one of the more exciting young names in the Pirates system right now.

Jim and Anthony Murphy break down the 17-year-old infielder’s early stateside performance, his advanced bat-to-ball skills, elite speed, defensive future, a... more

Mitch Keller’s struggles continued at Truist Park as the Pirates dropped the series opener to the Braves after briefly taking a 3-1 lead. Keller allowed six runs in 4.2 innings, and while the bullpen kept the game from getting worse, the offense went... more

Ken Rosenthal reported the Pirates are being aggressive in their search for bullpen help, and after another late collapse, it’s easy to see why. Alex Stumpf breaks down the current state of the bullpen, the lack of reliable internal answers, and why ... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Mears
Guest participating in wheel segment
Episode: Which Pirates Do We Owe an Apology To?
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
Joe Stinson Garcia
Pirates prospect discussed as breakout candidate
Pirates organization
Episode: Contender or Pretender? Konnor Griffin, Breakouts, and the 2026 Pirates
Alex Stumpf
New contributor joining the North Shore Nine Airwaves
North Shore Nine
Episode: ANNOUNCEMENT: ALEX STUMPF STARTS NEW SHOW ON NS9!
Braxton Ashcraft
Pirates pitcher featured in interview
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Bubba Chandler & Braxton Ashcraft Looked Good In 2 Pirates Losses
Joey Bart
Pirates catcher interviewed on ABS and younger catchers
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Bubba Chandler & Braxton Ashcraft Looked Good In 2 Pirates Losses

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 156 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 States3 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 States7 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

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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.

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#44
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#61
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#91
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#54
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#139
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#167
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Talking Points

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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.
We Criticized Ben Cherington… Does He Deserve Credit Now?
Q: I mean, we've been pretty critical of your tenure over the last seven years. So I want to just rewind back to September. What was the plan going in to this off season and how were you able to execute on that?
Cherington explains that the offseason builds on previous work, highlighting the combination of payroll space, progression from past moves, and a broader plan to bolster offense and pitching, with a focus on aligning the organization around putting the team first.
What Really Happened Between Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates?
Q: Was there a level of disappointment in him not being able to return to Pittsburgh?
McCutchen suggested it was a nuanced situation and he preferred not to answer certain questions directly, while acknowledging the complexity of his relationship with the organization and the sense that the path back wasn't straightforward.
Carlos Castillo Scouting Report | Pirates Prospect Breakdown
Q: What should fans specifically watch for in box scores and box cores this season?
Watch for velocity gains, improved fastball location, and the progression of his slider and changeup against both left- and right-handed hitters as he moves up, which could signal whether he can sustain a starter-like workload.

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From a running thread of episodes, the show centers on Pittsburgh Pirates performance, prospects, and bullpen strategy, mixing deep pitching analysis with enthusiastic fan culture. Topics frequently include top prospects (notably Skenes and others), bullpen depth, in-season roster moves, and off-field sponsorships, all flavored with humor and local sports fandom. A standout is the mix of technical scouting with approachable debate, making it a strong pick for listeners who want both tactical baseball insight and fan-centric commentary.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Hannah Mears
2. Andrew McCutchen
3. Ben Cherington
4. Khristian Curtis
5. Colin Back
6. Joe Stinson Garcia
7. Alex Stumpf
8. Braxton Ashcraft

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