On the latest episode of wNS9+, the North Shore Nine crew welcomed former MLB pitcher and analyst Dallas Braden for a wide-ranging, candid conversation about the Pittsburgh Pirates and the direction of the franchise. Braden shared his perspective on the Pirates’ offseason moves, why the pitching staff remains the foundation of the team, and how recent additions have legitimately raised the floor of the roster. While stopping short of calling the Pirates offseason “elite,” Braden made it clear the team is better positioned than it was just a few months ago and praised the organization for dealing from its strengths to address offensive needs.
The discussion also touched on Paul Skenes’ need for run support, the importance of lineup consistency, and what still needs to happen for the Pirates to take the next step in 2026. As always, the episode mixed sharp baseball insight with humor and personality, making it a must-listen for Pirates fans.
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