North Shore Nine

The North Shore Nine crew held an emergency podcast to break down the Pirates’ latest moves, bringing back Adam Frazier and Ryan Borucki while adding Tim Mayza. The discussion kicked off with Frazier, who returns to Pittsburgh on a $1.525 million deal. While he brings veteran experience and versatility, hosts DiNardo and Tyler debated whether he still fits on the roster given his declining bat speed and the presence of younger, more promising infielders.

Tim Mayza had a rough 2024 but was dominant in 2023. The crew sees him as a potential bullpen reclamation project. Meanwhile, Ryan Borucki, returning on a minor-league deal, was welcomed back with open arms. He excelled with the Pirates in 2023 but struggled with injuries last year.

While the signings add depth, the hosts questioned the overall direction of the Pirates’ offseason. Tune in to NS9 for more updates as spring training approaches!