On this episode of Bucco Brew, Anthony DiNardo and Jim Rosati break down what may go down as the most impactful trade of Ben Cherington’s Pirates tenure. Pittsburgh finally made a clear “win now” move, landing Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, and Mason Montgomery in exchange for Mike Burrows, and the ripple effects are massive. The guys dig into how Lowe instantly transforms the middle of the lineup, why Mangum raises the floor in left field, and why Montgomery’s elite raw stuff makes him one of the more intriguing bullpen arms the Pirates have added in years. It’s a deep dive into how this deal reshapes the roster, improves the offense against right-handed pitching, and signals a real offseason plan coming into focus. They also discuss what could be next, including third base options and how close this team might be to legitimate competitiveness.
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