September may not bring the playoff chase Pirates fans hoped for, but the final month still matters. Jim and DiNardo discuss what Pittsburgh needs to learn before the offseason, including potential September call-ups and important evaluations of Hunter Barco, Thomas Harrington, Camilo Doval and Rafael Flores. Plus, Konnor Griffin has begun his rehab assignment and could return September 4. Why getting Griffin back on the field should be one of Pittsburgh’s biggest priorities down the stretch.

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