# Episode 348 - Blue Jays Recap, Cubs Preview

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Podcast: [Bucco Bantr](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bucco-bantr-6802630)
Published: 2026-05-25T02:41:48+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bucco-bantr
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Episode 348 of Bucco Bantr is here! We recap our trip to Toronto as the Pittsburgh Pirates avoid the sweep and take Game 3 against the Blue Jays. We break down the entire series, key moments from all three games, standout performances, and some positive signs starting to emerge for this Pirates team. We also discuss the offense showing life, important bullpen performances, and what this win could mean heading into a huge homestand at PNC Park against the Chicago Cubs. Plus, we preview the upcoming series, pitching matchups, players to watch, and what the Pirates need to do to keep building momentum in the NL Central race. Topics in this episode include: -Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays recap -Game 3 win reaction -Positive takeaways from the road trip -Pirates offense and pitching analysis -Spencer Horwitz returning to Toronto -NL Central outlook -Cubs vs Pirates preview -PNC Park homestand discussion -Latest Pirates news and reactions If you enjoy Pirates coverage, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Bucco Bantr!  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: buccobantr@gmail.com 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

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