Pirates Fan Forum: Recent Episodes
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Pirates Fan Forum is a level headed and informative show geared towards the Pirates fan that is tired of hot takes about Pittsburgh's baseball team. Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm offer up well thought out baseball analysis with input from fans and guests every Friday afternoon.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Scott and Adam from The Bucco Bantr Podcast to talk about the Pirates Rotation, their mission with their show and more!
The Pirates have just taken the first 2 games of the series with the Dodgers on the backs of their phenom pitchers. The roster is better than 2023 regardless of the record, what needs to happen to make a run at the playoffs real?
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan try to cut through the good and bad streaks to grade the Pirates in different areas of baseball so far this year and talk to how they could move forward for each.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan sit down for some late night BUC'N at DK Pittsburgh Sports Podcast Network, to talk through the changes the team recently made, vs what the team really needs to get serious about.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan sit down to talk through the first quarter of the season. Changes that could be coming and what success actually would be for this Front Office.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Former Pirates number 1 pick Chad Hermansen to the show to discuss his path to the Bigs, what he's been up to and take advantage of his insight about what it's like being a top pick trying to make their dream come true.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan sit down on a Pirates off day following a terrible West Coast trip and plummeting to the bottom of the NL Central to discuss what could be done to shake things up.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Michael Castrignano back to the show to discuss the unexpected path this team has taken to .500.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan sit down and discuss some tough subjects. Jared Jones usage, Paul Skenes restrictions, Grandal's rehab and what it might mean for the catching position in the short term. All following a deflating 3 game sweep.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome back to the shot Josh Booth from the Bridge2Buctober Podcast and Steel City Pirates to discuss his new feature TrendLine on the site and current Bucco Events including the closer, errors and a host of other things.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Ethan Smith from LockedOn Pirates to the show as we talk through early season topics like Derek Shelton, Mitch Keller and how the offense is shaping up in general.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome back our friend James Littleton to discuss Opening Day and everything else Pittsburgh Pirates!
Timing is everything, and this is the last show before Opening Day, so before the roster is final, it's time to make our predictions and talk through the remaining questions.
Gary Morgan just got back from Bradenton so he and Jim Stamm talked a lot about the environment, sights and sounds, and how some of the roster battles are shaping up.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morganare joined this week by Neal Kokiko for a long talk about the club’s pitching landscape.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan go over who’s impressed, and who hasn’t, leading up to their biggest concerns at this stage of Spring Training.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are joined by first time guest Austin Oravec as they discuss the Mitch Keller extension and what it means to the core of this ball club.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are looking over the theoretical trade in the news, Henry starting where? And other craziness going on in Pirates Land!
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan get together to discuss the hitters being invited to Camp and take a way too early look at how it’s shaping up!
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Douglas Smith back to the show and Taylor from ShopYinzz.com to discuss the makeup of the Pirates Battery mates.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are proud to welcome Travis Snider to the program to talk about baseball of course but also his wonderful program helping parents be more of what young athletes need.
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In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Dave McBride back to the show as we walk through who we, and you think from the returning players will progress or regress. Tough conversations to have but eye opening.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Shaun Conley back to the Fan Forum as we talk about the Pirates expectations as contrasted by their track record of developing mound talent.
It’s the last episode of the year and before we start 2024, let’s have a State of the Union if you will. Will they be better? Regardless of more moves?
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan fill the air with Holiday cheer and a little baseball talk to!
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan discuss how The Pirates haven’t done much, Ohtani and the Dodgers that might have just done something that changes the game forever. Let’s talk.
The Pirates are ankle deep in their quest to fill the tank. In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan invited their friend Josh Booth to talk through Pirates moves, comments and we dive into some stats that help predict the future, well, try to anyway!
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan talk about Ali Sanchez signing a major league deal with the Buccos. An odd signing considering the team’s options and needs. What could that mean? And why are they slow walking this thing so much?
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are joined by their buddy Jay to talk through some possible trades they think the Pirates could swing. Nobody is safe, and the fun is in the pain. Let’s move players!
After news broke that Johan Oviedo might have an elbow injury, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are talking about why the Pirates can’t allow his loss to derail the timeline.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan really wanted to understand why players deal help outside their organization, and how pitchers develop. To help us we’re talking to Eric Minshall former minor league pitching coach for the Pirates and now representing Ohio Baseball Science Academy.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Graves back to the show to discuss the World Series, Pirates first moves of the offseason and Rob Manfred’s continued changes for the game.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan discuss how the expanded playoff format could be causing teams to reach for a ticket to the dance as opposed to being the best they can be. Zachery Smith joins the show to discuss Rockin’ Around the 412 Charity event as well as joining the conversation.
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In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan sit down to see where the Pirates stacked up statistically with the league and talk about some news from around the baseball world too.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are talking about the season as it comes to a close both here and around the league. To make it more fun they’ve brought along their friend Josh Taylor to help!
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan name their 2023 Pirates Rookie of the Year and take some time spending Bob Nutting’s money. Hey, it’s their stated goal, here’s what we think it’ll take.
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are flying solo to discuss the update on Oneil Cruz, Henry Davis’ path forward and a host of other Bucco topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan proudly celebrating the 100th episode of the show this week with Graves returning along with a ton of other past guests and friends. This show was made for you, so the celebration simply had to involve you heavily. Oh and a ton of baseball talk baked right in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Casey Hercula to the show for the first time to talk about answers the Bucs have found this year, and what they haven’t quite figured out too.
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In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome old friend Adam “Yark” Yarkovsky back to the show to talk about the trade deadline and next steps that we expect to see as the season rolls on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome Eric to the show for an instant analysis of the Carlos Santana move and we talk about what the next step has to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just about everyone you’d want to see called up is now here, but will they bring results we want to see at some point? In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are asking some uncomfortable questions and adjusting expectations along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are reviewing the All Star festivities and looking ahead to what the team could do coming out of the break and the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates are sending two worthy All Stars to the Mid Summer Classic, but for most of the team, this break needs to be something more important. In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan talk about the All Stars and some immediate moves that could be on the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are talking about how drastically the team has changed since opening day and in some ways how it will change even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Caroline Fenton and Craig Toth join Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan to talk all things MLB Draft with a special focus on LSU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan welcome a new friend to the show David Corob to talk about the Pirates sailing through troubled waters. Let’s filter out the noise and talk it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another Starter lost for the season, what once was depth is now critically thin. In this episode, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan talk through that and ways to survive it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm fly solo and cover a ton of topics from Newman to alternate ways the Bucs could go about getting that Starting Pitcher they need. What do you think? Is .500 out of the question?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by long time friends of the show James Littleton and Adam (Yark) Yarkovsky for a good old fashioned family conversation about myriad topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Josh Booth from Bridge to Buctober Podcast for a post mortem of the Pirates Rule 5 deadline and who might be available when they pick 3rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan fly solo and talk about the Choi acquisition, roster cuts and where things go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan are joined by New York based Bucco fan Jeff Williamson for a look at who might be on the 40-man bubble both here and around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by California fan Rich Thompson as they talk about the World Series and free agency. It’s ok to dream, but your Bob Nutting earmuffs on and get in on the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm take Ben Cherington at his word and start to ask questions about just what his plan is, and what opportunity they might be wasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm welcome friend of the show, Mike DeCourcy back to talk a little Pirates baseball. Mike and the guys discuss the 1992 playoff series vs. the Braves and what's in store for the future of baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm welcome former Pirates' catcher and current TV analyst, Michael McKenry to the show! 'The Fort' and the guys discuss the second losing season in as many years for Buccos and what the outlook is moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm get ready to wrap a bow on the frustrating 2022 season by looking at the silver lining (mostly) of things as they give out their awards for the season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss what next season could look like for the Pirates and whether or not the front office will 'punt' on yet another season or if they'll actually pony up the money it'll take to build around the young core that's already assembled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss a surprisingly good week for the Pirates as they go into Cincinnati and get out with a four game sweep. Despite the surprisingly good play on the field, Ben Cherington is still singing the same old tune. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined byPirate Queen Banshee to discuss the current state of the Pirates. Where does the motivation come from to finish out the rest of the season? How different will next season's opening roster look from this team in September? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Karen Soutar and Steve Frk from Jays on the Couch. Get caught up on all of your baseball talk with the duo from north of the border as the Pirates get ready to take on the Blue Jays this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben Cherington has said that he's sticking with Derek Shelton, but after the last month or two of baseball, is that really what's in the Pirates' best interest? Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss this topic and everything else you need to know on this week's episode of Pirates Fan Forum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the confusing roster decisions that seem to contradict playing the kids. How secure should Derek Shelton's job be after this season? This week's 'Call Your Shot' asks if the Pirates should offer lengthy extensions to relatively unproven rookies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss when the Pirates might start spending money. Does Ke'Bryan Hayes' contract give any indication of when the next contention window is? This week's 'Call Your Shot' asks if the Jacob Stallings trade will continue to haunt this roster next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the recent sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers, and what it takes takes to be contenders. This weeks 'Call Your Shot' asks if there's been any improvement to the roster since last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Yark to discuss the trade deadline and who may be getting dealt. This weeks 'Call Your Shot' asks about where the Pirates might end the season in the division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the 2022 MLB Draft and what may come of the prospects drafted. This weeks 'Call Your Shot' asks about the current format of the segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss Mitch Keller's new-found success with his two-seam fastball, and how the the team should move forward constructing their rotation. Plus this week's 'Call Your Shot' asks who out of the Pirates' bullpen is likely to get dealt at the trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss Derek Shelton's management of the bullpen and a look at the series split against the Yankees. Plus this week's 'Call Your Shot' asks who might be candidates to flip at the trade deadline? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss Derek Shelton's usage of David Bednar and whether or not it's too much. Plus this week's 'Call Your Shot' is from the Queen herself and it's all about the 'Young Bucs' and who's going to be the next on to crack the big league lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jim Stamm are I are joined by DK Pittsburgh Sports’ Eddie Provident. This week’s episode is all about what the Pirates are building and why it’s important to not just enjoy it, but to create spaces for new and returning fans to hop on the bandwagon and be welcomed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I discuss the Pirate’s recent 9 game losing streak, and what may have factored into that skid. This week’s Call Your Shot asks whether or not the Pirates might be buyers at the trade deadline this year. They have the prospect capital to do it, so why not? Top 3 questionable moves the team has made both in preparation for and during the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I discuss what Minor League players are the next to get called up. What happens to the roster when some of the veterans like Ben Gamel and Kevin Newman get activated off the injured list? This week’s Call Your Shot features a familiar face, asking why Mason Martin hasn’t been called up to Pittsburgh yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I discuss the Pirates' recent series sweep, and season series win against the Dodgers. After this recent road trip, is it fair to say that the Pirates are better than many give them credit for? When might fans expect to see Oneil Cruz and other top prospects get called up to the big leagues? This week's Call Your Shot questions if this team might end the season with a better record than many assumed they would have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I are joined by Brandon Richards to discuss the Pirates' recent minor league call-ups. With Roansy Contreras and Yerry De Los Santos coming up this week, who's next? There's a very strong argument it could be Matt Gorski and Mason Martin. This week's Call Your Shot asks about the team's emphasis on positional flexibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I are joined by Josh Taylor to discuss the Pirates' pitching philosophy and strategy. With no clear direction at the catcher position, when can fans expect to see Henry Davis at PNC Park? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Jim Stamm and I are joined by James Littleton to discuss the Pirates flurry of recent roster moves, and when fans might be able to expect to see more of these higher ranked prospects in the Big Leagues. Also, is this the end of the Cole Tucker saga? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss why the Pirates are choosing to keep certain prospects in the Minor Leagues. With Oneil Cruz getting off to a slow start in Indianapolis, when can fans expect to see him at PNC Park? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm welcome Aly Cohen of AT&T Sports Network onto the show. With the current Pirates roster already sporting quite a few of young players, how much more change can fans expect to see? Will Mason Martin, Oneil Cruz, Roansy Contreras, etc. see the bigs sooner rather than later? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Anthony Murphy of Pirates Prospects. Roansy Contreras was sent back to AAA Indianapolis, but is there a good reason for it? Plus the guys give their best reasons to be optimistic and cautious about the minor league system and the Call Your Shot is all about Oneil Cruz! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the Bryan Reynolds extension and what it means for the team moving forward, they take a look at the season start so far and what has worked for the Pirates, and this week's 'Call your shot' segment is all about the minor leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the Ke'Bryan Hayes extension and why the Pirates organization still has work to do with Bryan Reynolds. The guys also talk about the disaster that was opening day in St. Louis and whether or not it's a sign of things to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this special edition of the Pirates Fan Forum, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are giving you everything you need to know for the 2022 season for the Pittsburgh Ball Club. Will the pitching be better than last season? Can Bryan Reynolds build off of his 2021 campaign? How much of the promising young talent will see the bigs this year? Find out what the guys have to say on the season preview episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm welcome Juan Miguel Marquez, Pirates beat writer from Venezuela to talk some ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Around the 412 and DKPS own, Zachary Smith (Smitty). On this the guys discuss real baseball! The Pirates are playing games in Florida for Spring ball, who's impressing and disappointing so far? Plus we unveil a brand new segment that will have all of you swinging for the fences! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Jason Mackey from Bradenton, Florida. Who's catching Jason's eye? What's it like being able to have face to face interviews again? How much should the Pirates spend now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Justin Verno of Inside the Bucs Basement and Josh Booth of the Bridge2Buctober podcast. It's safe to say it now, Play Ball! MLB and the MLBPA have agreed to terms on a CBA and baseball is back, but what does that mean for the Pirates? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined for the first two segments by DK Pittsburgh Sports own, Alex Stumpf. Alex joins the guys to talk about his time in Bradenton, Florida covering Pirates spring training which was exclusively minor leagues due to the MLB lockout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ben Cherington has completely rebuilt the Pirates minor league system with 6 of the top 100 prospects now in the pipeline. When is it OK to start moving some of those pieces and is it the right way to go about building the big league club? Find out what Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm think as they're joined by Graves and Craig Toth on this week's episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by James Littlejohn and Locked On Pirates host, Ethan Smith. Juan Soto turned down a mega contract and by the looks of it, that could be a sign of things to come post lockout if the players get their way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Adam Yarkovsky to discuss who's in the system and when they'll be ready for the big leagues. The prevailing thought amongst fans is that Neil Huntington left Ben Cherington a mess to clean up, but the guys dig into whether that's actually the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by former Major League pitcher, the Baltimore Orioles all-time saves leader (160) and the first relief pitcher to win the American League Rookie of the Year award, Gregg Olson. Gregg gives his thoughts on the game today and an insider's look at the day to day grind of the big leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by the one and only, Graves. Despite being knees deep in a nasty lockout, there's plenty to talk about this week in the baseball world. David Ortiz was selected to the Hall of Fame, but no Barry Bonds? What surprises does 2022 hold for the Pirates? Gary, Jim, and Graves give their thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates are coming off a 101 loss season and there's a lot of roster moves and lineup changes that need to happen. Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss which of those moves Ben Cherington, Derek Shelton, and Co. should run with and what, realistically, they will implement for the 2022 season (assuming there is one). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by DK Pittsburgh Sports' own staff cartoonist, Rob Ullman. Rob joins the show to discuss the movement (or lack thereof) on the CBA negotiations and whether or not the Pirates have a foundation that will lead to success at the big league level or do they need to go back to the drawing board and come up with a new blueprint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss whether or not tanking in baseball is a real thing and if so is there any way to actually solve it? Most fans think it's just the Pirates of the baseball world that willingly look like a minor league team for the rest of the MLB, but lately the Cubs, Astros, and Braves have all taken a turn in the gutter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by everybody's favorite regular on the Forum, Graves. With a lockout looming, there's not much to discuss with the big league club, but that doesn't mean there isn't a lot going on in the system. What needs to be done and what should be done to bolster the farm moving forward for the Pirates? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Steve Fek of Jays from the Couch. The Pirates aren't Ben Cherington's first go around with a rebuild and there may be no city that knows this better than Toronto. Steve gives a fresh perspective on what Buccos fans can expect as the local ball club starts to approach the other side of a roster overhaul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the pitching in the Pirates organization and why there could be some room for optimism. They also touch on the lockout and the lineup as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by long time Pirates fan, Douglas Ford. With a busy week for the Bucs and MLB there's no shortage of things to talk about. From the Jacob Stallings trade to Colin Moran getting DFA'd to make room for re-signed Yoshi Tsutsugo all the way to the lockout, Gary, Jim and Douglas bring you a jam packed show this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm have their thoughts on the rule five protections, discuss the impact of Wander Franco’s deal on the Bucs and leave and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by friend of the show, Graves. Is the lack of a hitting coach this late into the off-season an issue? Since the Pirates are still looking for one, find out if our crew thinks it's a big deal or not. Plus where's the Pirates fan's place in the Pittsburgh sports world and why can't the the local baseball club communicate with us? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm discuss the off-season trade rumor mill. Bryan Reynolds is the newest Pirates rising star to be on MLB's imaginary trade block and while the guys understand why other teams would want him, there's no logical way that it fits into what Ben Cherington has done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode the Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are on their own. The World Series came and went without much fanfare or excitement, heck Jim didn't watch any of it. We also look into how people feel about a work stoppage in November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Craig Toth of Bucs in the Basement and Smitty (Zach Smith) from Around the 412. This off-season is setting up to be a wild one with the threat of a stoppage because of CBA discussions. Will all of the looming questions cause for the hot stove to run hotter than normal this winter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Pirates Fan Forum, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Shaun Conley to discuss the Pirates off-season plan. It's generally accepted by the fanbase (for better or for worse) that Bob Nutting is the one that doesn't want to spend, but could it be Ben Cherington that's holding the payroll back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode of Pirates Fan Forum Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Graves and Eddie Provident. Everyone wants the Pirates to contend, but it seems like everyone has their own definition of the word. What can Ben Cherington and the front office realistically do to get the Pittsburgh ball club in a position to fight for a playoff spot sooner rather than later? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by the one and only Mike DeCourcy from Sporting News. Mike and the guys lay out a crystal clear argument for why a salary cap is needed in Major League Baseball... and they leave no stone unturned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's show, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan explain why they think it's time for the Pirates to bring in a different and higher class of free agent to Pittsburgh this off season. The guys also take listener questions and go over the results of their twitter poll about Colin Moran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's episode of Pirates Fan Forum, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm are joined by Craig Toth of Bucs in the Basement. The guys discuss the long awaited and much anticipated promotions of Oneil Cruz, Mason Martin, Roansy Contreras and quite a few other players to Triple A Indianapolis as well as answering some Twitter questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As much as fans want the future to be now, next year offers some of that and we'll barely touch the organization's top-10 prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On their maiden voyage under the Pirates Fan Forum flag, Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm welcome Josh Taylor to the show to discuss the Pirates rebuild and whether or not its going in the right direction. Are there enough arms in the system? Who pitches next season? Are there any more coaches on the hot seat? Tune in to find out what the guys have to say. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices