Pirates Insider Podcast
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Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 100 (10/2 Growth shown by catchers/bullpen)
Oct 2, 2026
12m 36s
Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 99 (10/2 Top infield/outfield storylines from season)
Oct 1, 2026
10m 59s
Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 98 (10/1 Breaking down starting pitchers)
Oct 1, 2026
12m 17s
Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 97 (9/30 Key questions for the offseason)
Sep 30, 2026
13m 50s
Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 96 (9/29 The numbers that mattered in 2026)
Sep 29, 2026
15m 00s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/2/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 100 (10/2 Growth shown by catchers/bullpen) | What led to Mason Montgomery's rise to elite closer? How are the Pirates positioned bullpen-wise in 2027? On the catching side, let's look at Rafael Flores and how his season evolved. They have questions to answer with Carmen Mlodzinski and Henry Davis, as well. Jason Mackey breaks all of that down and more on another edition of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 12m 36s | ||||||
| 10/1/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 99 (10/2 Top infield/outfield storylines from season) | How impactful was Oneil Cruz? What's the one number we're not talking about enough when it comes to Brandon Lowe? Also, where should the Pirates potentially add this offseason? Jason Mackey breaks down all of that and more on Friday's episode of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 10m 59s | ||||||
| 10/1/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 98 (10/1 Breaking down starting pitchers) | What was the best story of the Pirates starting pitching staff in 2026? Should we worry about Paul Skenes. Bubba Chandler and Jared Jones had strong second halves. How much their development compare to that of Cam Schlittler and Jacon Misiorowski? Lastly, let's make a couple predictions for the offseason. Jason Mackey discusses all of that and more. | 12m 17s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 97 (9/30 Key questions for the offseason) | This podcast episode is dedicated to questions the Pirates must answer this offseason. What happens with Brandon Lowe? What does it mean when Ben Cherington says the Pirates want to add to the pitching group? What roles might Nick Gonzales and Carmen Mlodzinski have? Jason Mackey breaks all of that down and more. | 13m 50s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 96 (9/29 The numbers that mattered in 2026) | How significant was the Pirates' offensive improvement? What did the bullpen, led by Mason Montgomery, find since the All-Star break? How should we look at Paul Skenes' season when it comes to expected stats? And what might run differential tell us about the Pirates' build? Jason Mackey breaks down 20 numbers that mattered for the Pirates this season. | 15m 00s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 95 (9/28 Jared Jones shines, winning season secured) | The Pirates secured their first winning season since 2018 on Sunday in Detroit. It wasn't the ultimate goal, but it represented a step forward to those in the clubhouse. What has led to Jared Jones' September surge? And what were players saying after the win? Also, when did an important shift for the Pirates occur this season? Jason Mackey breaks it all down on this episode of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 14m 05s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 94 (9/25 What to make of Paul Skenes' season?) | The Pirates finished their home slate with a series victory over the Cardinals. Paul Skenes was really good but why? And what does Skenes think about his season? What was different for him this year? Jason Mackey breaks all of that down and more on today's edition of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 16m 19s | ||||||
| 9/24/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 93 (9/24 Response needed after quiet loss) | This was not a terribly exciting game. Brandon Eisert and Khristian Curtis struggled, while the Pirates didn't do much against a left-handed starting pitcher in Matthew Liberatore. However, Pirates manager Don Kelly has talked a lot about going 1-0 and narrowing the focus. They need to do that now if they want to finish with a winning record. What about experience gained for Curtis and others? How about some of the defensive plays? Jason Mackey breaks all of that down and more. | 9m 29s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 92 (9/23 Message sent to management about '27?) | Ryan O'Hearn had some interesting comments after the Pirates' 2-0 victory over the Cardinals on Tuesday. The Pirates also played the type of baseball they need to play to win. What has been going right for them in September? Furthermore, what sort of development has Jared Jones showed in another dominant outing? Jason Mackey digs into that and more on this episode of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 13m 09s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 91 (9/22 Quantifying roster improvement in '26) | Pirates general manager Ben Cherington discussed improvements made in 2026 on the Pirates Insider Show on Sunday, making clear the ultimate goal remains winning and reaching the postseason. But if you look at some of the talent accumulated in 2026, it's pretty interesting. How does it stack up to other teams in the division or past playoff Pirates teams? How much does run differential matter in all of this? Jason Mackey discusses these topics and more on today's episode of the Pirates Insider... | 14m 23s | ||||||
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| 9/21/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 90 (9/21 Recapping a bittersweet weekend) | The Pirates have been eliminated from playoff contention. However, they continue to show plenty of fight. Rafael Flores Jr. is making an impressive statement for next season. Brandon Lowe has also had one heck of a season and now could get to 100 RBIs. What sort of impact has Oneil Cruz? And why do these games matter the rest of the way? Jason Mackey breaks it all down right here. | 12m 12s | ||||||
| 9/18/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 89 (9/18 Pirates take season series from Brewers) | The Pirates won the season series against the Brewers. How does that square with Pittsburgh likely missing the playoffs? Furthermore, what about the growth shown by Khristian Curtis in this one? Henry Davis homered. How should we look at the catching situation the rest of the way? And what happened in the second inning? Jason Mackey breaks all of that down and more on Friday's edition of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 12m 06s | ||||||
| 9/17/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 88 (9/17 Franchise home run record falls) | The Pirates set the franchise home run record Wednesday. But where those homers come from matters. How that play into next year? What has Rafael Flores Jr. shown this season? And, Jared Jones. How has a run of consistency helped him, and might that mean for 2027? | 10m 22s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 87 (9/16 Missed opportunities costs Pirates) | Brandon Lowe reached 30 home runs and the Pirates tied the franchise record for homers in a series. What did Lowe attribute his latest 30-homer season to? Also, what made Jacob Misiorowski so effective and what sort of statement might Rafael Flores Jr. be making. Lastly, Jason Mackey breaks down the key play in the game: third-base coach Tony Beasley holding Nick Gonzales in the fourth inning. | 12m 49s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 86 (9/15 How impactful have injuries been?) | Losing Konnor Griffin, Oneil Cruz and Ryan O'Hearn had an impact. But how large? And when did things really get difficult? If the Pirates continue their strong September, what does that tell us for 2027? Lastly, Brandon Lowe is the Pirates' Clemente Award nominee, and there was a fun event at Legacy Hall on Monday night. Jason Mackey breaks it all down here. | 11m 56s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 85 (9/14 What we learned in Cubs series) | What has led to Bubba Chandler's evolution during the second half of this season? Why doesn't Brandon Lowe get enough credit -- and also, what about that extension? Ryan O'Hearn has been another welcome respite for the Pirates. Let's talk about his recovery. Lastly, where do the Pirates stand at this point in the season and what to watch for over the final homestand. Jason Mackey tackles all of this on Monday's edition of the Pirates Insider Podcast. | 14m 04s | ||||||
| 9/11/26 | Jared JonesOneil Cruz+3 | — | — | — | Jared JonesOneil Cruz+5 | — | 12m 20s | ||
| 9/10/26 | Pirates Insider Podcast, Episode 83 (9/10 Pirates survive drama to take series) | Tempers flared and benches emptied. Rookies contributed. Another bullpen day worked. And Jared Triolo worked some defensive magic. So many storylines to unpack in this one. What went right for the pitching staff? How did Esmerlyn Valdez, Konnor Griffin and Rafael Flores Jr. contribute? What set off the benches-clearing ... argument? Jason Mackey breaks down all of that and more. | 12m 09s | ||||||
| 9/9/26 | offensive performancebaseball strategy+3 | — | Pittsburgh Pirates | — | Pittsburgh PiratesBubba Chandler+3 | — | 11m 32s | ||
| 9/8/26 | listener questionsRyan O'Hearn+3 | — | Pittsburgh Pirates | — | Pittsburgh PiratesRyan O'Hearn+3 | — | 15m 16s | ||
| 9/7/26 | starting pitchingplayoff hunt+3 | — | Pittsburgh Pirates | — | Paul SkenesHenry Davis+5 | — | 11m 32s | ||
| 9/4/26 | Pittsburgh Piratesbaseball+4 | — | Pittsburgh PiratesGiants | — | Pittsburgh PiratesKhristian Curtis+4 | — | 14m 53s | ||
| 9/3/26 | Pittsburgh Piratesbaseball game analysis+3 | — | PiratesGiants | — | Pittsburgh PiratesGiants+5 | — | 10m 04s | ||
| 9/2/26 | Pittsburgh Piratesbaseball+4 | — | Pittsburgh PiratesGiants | — | Pittsburgh PiratesGiants+5 | — | 11m 10s | ||
| 9/1/26 | bullpen performanceMLB Trade Deadline+3 | — | Pittsburgh Pirates | — | Mason Montgomerybullpen+5 | — | 13m 04s | ||
| 8/31/26 | Pittsburgh Piratesbaseball+3 | — | Pittsburgh Pirates | St. Louis | Pittsburgh Piratesbullpen+3 | — | 12m 12s | ||
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Chart history for Pirates Insider Podcast
Peaked at #58 in IL, currently #58 in IL.
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| IL | — | #58 | #58 | — |
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