North Shore Nine

The latest episode of Bucco Brew dives into the hot-button question: is Bubba Chandler truly ready for the big leagues? Anthony DiNardo and Jim Rosati welcome Anthony Murphy from Bucs on Deck to break down Chandler’s season in Triple-A, his recent struggles, and whether the Pirates should promote him now or wait until 2026. They also discuss Konnor Griffin’s continued dominance in Greensboro, the Pirates’ post-deadline bullpen issues, and which players the team can actually feel good about heading into next year. Plus, there’s talk on Tony Blanco Jr.’s jaw-dropping raw power and an update on how the Pirates’ 2025 draft picks fared in their pro debuts.

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Catch the full episode now on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t miss this in-depth Pirates prospect talk — click play, join the conversation, and see where you stand on the Bubba Chandler debate!