# What If the Pirates Bullpen Help Isn’t Coming?

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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: 2026-07-07T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://bleav.com/shows/north-shore-nine/?post_type=gp_podcast_episode&p=1644
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## Resource

The Pirates need bullpen help, but the trade deadline market might not be as simple as expected. Alex Stumpf breaks down why a crowded playoff race, limited sellers, expensive relief targets, and internal bullpen uncertainty could make it difficult for Pittsburgh to find the eighth or ninth inning arm it badly needs.

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