The latest episode of Bucco Brew dives head-first into a full offseason blueprint and what it will actually take for the Pittsburgh Pirates to mirror the 38-WAR magic of the 2013 club. With winter meetings days away, DiNardo and Jim break down why 38 WAR has become the modern playoff baseline, how the 2025 Pirates came up well short on the position-player side, and which realistic additions can elevate this team from interesting to legitimate contender.
The guys walk through two different paths to get there: one built around adding proven major-league bats like Eugenio Suárez and a strong platoon, and another centered on trades for players with elite contact skills, defensive value, and multiple years of control. Both models require internal improvement from Oneil Cruz, Henry Davis, and Bryan Reynolds, and both highlight a simple truth: the Pirates are closer than many think if the front office finally executes.
It’s a detailed, thoughtful episode full of numbers, strategy, and cautious optimism.
Watch or listen now, and fuel up for the offseason. And don’t forget to save 30% at De Fer Coffee & Tea with promo code NS930.
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