# DOG MENTALITY: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Braxton Ashcraft UNRAVELS Cubs With ELITE Composure Show

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Podcast: [Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933)
Published: 2026-05-27T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Pittsburgh Pirates impress as Braxton Ashcraft delivers another dominant outing, shrugging off defensive miscues while showcasing poise and grit rarely seen since Joe Musgrove. Can Ashcraft anchor this rotation with Jared Jones returning and a playoff push in sight? Gary Morgan breaks down the Pirates’ evolving lineup, emerging young stars like Esmerlyn Valdez and Password Garcia, and the mounting roster crunch as Ryan O’Hearn’s return looms. Key topics include strategic rotation changes, Marcelo Ozuna’s struggles, and how Don Kelly navigates a complex bullpen amid rising expectations. Will Braxton Ashcraft secure an extension—and can the Pirates’ current chemistry survive looming roster decisions? Don’t miss this sharp, timely analysis of Pittsburgh’s playoff path.

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