North Shore Nine

The latest episode of wNS9+ features former Pirates second baseman and hometown favorite Neil Walker, and it’s one you don’t want to miss. Jim and Tyler dive right in with Neil to unpack the team’s recent managerial shakeup and what a change like that does to the mindset of a clubhouse. With Don Kelly stepping in — who just happens to be Neil’s brother-in-law — we get a rare insider’s perspective on DK’s leadership style, what makes him different, and why he could be the right man to steer the Pirates forward.

Neil also shares thoughts on the absurdity of national media pushing Paul Skenes trade rumors, drawing parallels to what a McCutchen trade would’ve meant a decade ago. He opens up about the frustrations of a stagnant offense, reflects on his time in the black and gold, and even gives us a hilarious story about Donnie’s early days dating his sister.

⚾ Don’t miss this one — watch or listen now on YouTube or your favorite podcast app. Let’s ride this out together, Bucco Nation.