Episode

The Pirates Offense Is Real, But the Bullpen Is Not

Podcast: North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast
Published: May 11, 2026
Duration seconds: 3961
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Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates offense has been night and day compared to last season. They’re top five in baseball in runs scored, and six everyday players currently have a wRC+ of 115 or higher. On this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down what has changed, how real this offensive surge feels, and why this version of the Pirates looks so much more dangerous.