# Pirates’ Starting Rotation Must Save Their Season

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Podcast: [North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/north-shore-nine-a-pittsburgh-pirates-podcast-996056)
Published: 2026-06-19T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://bleav.com/shows/north-shore-nine/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=1604
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Alex Stumpf explains why the Pirates cannot rely on their offense or struggling bullpen to carry them through the most difficult stretch of their schedule. Paul Skenes has not been as dominant, Mitch Keller continues to search for his sinker, Jared Jones is still working back into form and Bubba Chandler is trying to turn a corner with his command.

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