◆NEWSPirates make a roster move ahead of the series◆ROSTERSent RHP Chris Devenski on a rehab assignment to FCL Pirates◆HOT BATEsmerlyn Valdez: .294 AVG, 7 HR, 17 RBI, 1.356 OPS (last 2 weeks)◆LAST GAMEEsmerlyn Valdez 1-3, 1 HR, 2 RBI◆NEWSPirates checking in on bullpen help◆ROSTERSigned RHP Griffin Stieg◆ON THE BUMPJared Jones: 0.82 ERA, 17 K (last 2 weeks)◆ROSTERSigned LHP Dakota Stone◆STATNick Gonzales ranks 3rd in the NL in batting average (.309)◆ROSTERSigned RHP Liam O'Leary◆STATPaul Skenes ranks 4th in the NL in strikeouts (138)

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Byron Buxton Hits for Cycle as Twins Throttle Pirates 12-4

Jul 12 · 31:33

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Episode Notes

The Pirates get crushed 12 to 4 in Minnesota as Byron Buxton hits for the cycle and the Twins make quick work of Mike Burrows. Tyler and Doug recap another frustrating loss and talk through what went wrong, including poor defense, shaky pitching, and the offense showing signs of life far too late. They also highlight Yohan Ramirez's strong return, Joey Bart’s two-hit day, and Jack Suwinski finally connecting for his first home run of the season. Plus, a look at O’Neil Cruz showing some maturity in the field and what the hit by pitch means for top prospect Konnor Griffin during the Futures Game.