About this episode

Jason Mackey discusses the recent performance of the Pirates' bullpen and potential roster changes.

Mason Montgomery was one of the best relievers in baseball in August. What has led to that? Furthermore, how did the Pirates become one of the best bullpens since the MLB Trade Deadline? With rosters expanding Tuesday, who are the candidates on the pitching and hitting sides? Jason Mackey tackles all of that on the off day.

People in this episode

Host: Jason Mackey

Topics covered

• bullpen performance
• MLB Trade Deadline
• roster expansion
• Pittsburgh Pirates
• relief pitching

Keywords

• Mason Montgomery
• bullpen
• Pittsburgh Pirates
• MLB
• roster expansion
• relievers
• Trade Deadline

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Organizations: Pittsburgh Pirates

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