Bucco Brew rolled on from Bradenton with Jim and Doug digging into the Pirates’ fringe roster picture — led by newly acquired outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia (aka “The Password”). After an encouraging spring look (hard contact, good approach, solid defense), they debated the most realistic path: regular AAA at-bats now, with a quick call-up if an outfield/1B injury opens a lane. The guys also checked in on Nick Yorke, Enmanuel Valdez, and Endy Rodriguez — and why each has a big spring ahead.

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