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Episode 342 - Alex Stumpf Show
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- Bucco Bantr
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- May 17, 2026
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- 521
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Summary
The bullpen struggles continue as the Pittsburgh Pirates drop a tough series against the Philadelphia Phillies, and we’re breaking it all down on Episode 342 of Bucco Bantr. Alex Stumpf joins the show to discuss what went wrong late in games, the inconsistency from the backend of the bullpen, and whether the Pirates need to make changes moving forward. We also dive into the offense showing flashes against one of baseball’s toughest teams, key performances throughout the series, and what this stretch means for the Pirates as they try to stay competitive in the NL Central. Plus, Alex gives his insight on roster construction, bullpen usage, and which players could step up as the season moves forward. If you’re a Pirates fan looking for detailed analysis, game breakdowns, prospect talk, and honest reactions after every series, this is the episode for you. Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/x7R5CKnX9 Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20 Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantr Follow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantr Follow us on TikTok: @buccobantr Follow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.social Subscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantr Check out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/ Email us your questions: [email protected] You can join our patreon using the following link: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BuccoBantr?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink