Bucs In The Basement

Don't Lose Sight Of The Pirates' Future

A bad week in terms of wins and losses is not necessarily a bad week for the Pittsburgh Pirates as an organization. The guys that matter are still playing well, and the losses were caused by players not essential to your core. Meanwhile, Craig gets excited about the start of a minor league season that he feels more Pirates fans should be watching. One intriguing name is Travis Swaggerty.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Don't Look Now, But The Pirates Aren't So Bad

The Pittsburgh Pirates are playing really well for a team in a rebuild. JT Brubaker looks like the current ace. Bryan Reynolds is proving 2020 was a fluke. Mitch Keller was a completely different pitcher this past week. The team just took 4 out of 6 on the road in the AL Central. So why is all of Pittsburgh Sports Media stuck on a 7-inning (non) no-hitter that happened far away from Pittsburgh? We explain why fans should stop arguing about the no-hitter rule and get angry about 7-inning games. Oh, and we talk about the Pirates too.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, and joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. t's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Early Returns Are Revealing For The Pirates

Mike Persak of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the guys to discuss which early player performances are real, and who we need to look at a little bit longer. The Pittsburgh Pirates also may be making some roster moves soon, and a lack of options for some fringe players may not save them from being designated for assignment. The Pirates are hovering near .500 as they head into interleague play on the road. Get ready for an interesting week!
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Phillip Evans Love Fest For Pirates Fans

At 28 years old, Phillip Evans has received a shot to play every day due to injury for the Pittsburgh Pirates . He isn't squandering that opportunity. The boys try to determine if this incredible start is real, while also pointing out other players in their late 20s that are busting out all around MLB in the opening weeks of the season. Plus, JT Brubaker is impressing early. Craig explains why he is not surprised.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Matt Capps Examines Some Pirates Pitching Problems

Fresh off his own debut as the 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates season gets underway, Matt Capps joins us to talk about Mitch Keller and the compounding problems that arise when the bullpen gets used too much. The guys also look at the bright spots in the Pirates batting order right out of the gate.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Your 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates

As Spring Training ends, the 2021 regular season begins as the Pittsburgh Pirates travel to Chicago to kick things off. Who were the surprise roster additions, and who really screwed up a golden opportunity to play major league baseball? We break down the winners, losers and expectations for your 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

The Curious Case Of Mitch Keller

Mitch Keller has been terrible in Spring Training, but Craig Toth says he is better off in the majors to start the season. We explain why his treatment in 2019 has brought us to this point with the young pitcher, and present some outside-the-box solutions to save his development. Plus, the bats are looking good. Will it translate to a solid 2021 Pirates offense?
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!
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The Best 26 Pirates Aren't Coming To Pittsburgh

This week we break down a reliable Opening Day roster projection for the Pittsburgh Pirates and explain the real reasons behind those selections. In the end, the best 26 Pirates are not coming to Pittsburgh. Yet, it makes sense.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!
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Looking For Pirates Spring Training Surprises

Who are the good surprises of Spring Training? Who may surprisingly miss making the team? With Chris down for this week, Craig brings in Mike Persak of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to spend 30 minutes talking about the latest news from Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training.
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!
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Breaking Down The Pirates With Expert Analysis

How do you get a close-up view of specific Pirates players, as well as a larger analytical view of the team as a whole in one podcast episode? You bring in Michael "The Fort" McKenry, and also talk with Jason Martinez of Fangraphs and RosterResource. This is a can't-miss episode for those trying to get Pittsburgh Pirates insight at the start of Spring Training!
Craig Toth covers the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement. Craig also joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in his basement to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. It's "30 Minutes Of Bucs" and THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!
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