Pittsburgh Pirates
Mentioned in 20 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Major League Baseball team based in Pittsburgh that serves as a subject of discussion across sports podcasts covering player development, offseason moves, and historical comparisons. The organization is referenced in contexts ranging from spring training gameplay and prospect evaluation to broader MLB topics like the new automated ball-strike system and team competitiveness. The Pirates also appear in discussions of significant organizational history, including a notable case involving team mascot involvement in a federal drug investigation.
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Episode Mentions
All The Smoke · Apr 15, 2026
Jackie, Rickey, & the Death of the Black Baseball Player ft. Howard Bryant
“Questioned whether franchise is genuinely trying to win given financial constraints”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 10, 2026
April 10, 2026 Hour 4
“MLB team featuring prospect Paul Skenes in series against Cubs”
Fox News Hourly Update · Apr 9, 2026
8PM ET 04/08/2026 Newscast
“Signed rookie shortstop Connor Griffin to record $140 million nine-year contract extension”
Waddle & Silvy · Apr 8, 2026
4/8: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show- Pt II
“Signed Connor Griffin to 9-year, $140M contract; example of early-career player locking strategy”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 3, 2026
April 3, 2026 Hour 1
“MLB team signing 19-year-old prospect Connor Griffin to 9-year, $140 million contract extension”
Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 3 - For You In Review, Gee Scott
“Connor Griffin's new team after $140 million contract signing, making MLB debut”
First Take · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 2: High on the Huskies?
“Calling up 19-year-old Connor Griffin as first teenage position player debut since Juan Soto in 2018”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 2, 2026
Red Sox Start 2026 Season 1-5 // What do the Red Sox want to be? - 4/2
“Referenced for comparable contract structure (Connor Griffin deal) that Red Sox now emulate instead of Cubs-style spending”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 2 - Will The Seahawks Make One More Big Move, Robert Murray, Blue 88
“Discussed as potential team for Conor Griffin extension conversations”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Jeff Passan
“Attempted but unsuccessful pre-debut contract extension with Conor Griffin”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 31, 2026
Red Sox Fall to 1-3 on Season After Loss to Astros // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 3/31 (Hour 4)
“Source of multiple Red Sox roster players (Oviedo, Chapman); part of NL Central concentration issue”
Felger & Massarotti · Mar 31, 2026
Mike Vrabel Meets the Media at NFL Owner’s Meetings // A.J. Brown to the Patriots? // Caller Reaction - 3/31 (Hour 2)
“Acquired Quinn Priester from Red Sox; discussed as beneficiary of Red Sox trade decisions”
Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 3 - Why Do The Rams Whine So Much, Jeff Passan
“MLB team attempting pre-debut contract extension with Connor Griffin”
Mick Unplugged · Mar 23, 2026
Practice Makes Permanent: Transforming Leaders with Dr. Anthony Randall
“Professional sports organization where Dr. Randall served alongside Clint Hurdle in leadership development capacity”
Brock and Salk · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 4-How much is too much for Maxx Crosby? and an interesting comparison for Julio Rodriguez
“Referenced regarding Barry Bonds' early career statistics for Julio Rodriguez comparison”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 27, 2026
Bruins Beat Blue Jackets in Return from Olympic Break // Marcelo Mayer and the Red Sox Lineup // MLB’s New ABS System - 2/27 (Hour 1)
“Played Red Sox in spring training game showcasing ABS system challenges and umpire mistakes”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 26, 2026
February 26, 2025 Hour 2 - John Perrotto
“MLB team discussed as potential 2025 playoff contender after offseason player acquisitions and prospect development”
Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast · Feb 18, 2026
Effectively Wild Episode 2441: Re-signed and Resigned
“Brendan Golowski worked as pro scout for Pirates; Connor Griffin drafted and developed by organization”
CrimeLess · Feb 18, 2026
Mascots Behaving Badly
“Mascot Kevin Coach became FBI informant in cocaine distribution case involving players; exposed widespread drug use in MLB”
PTI · Jan 21, 2026
Should the MLB Implement a Salary Cap?
“Named as one of cheap-spending teams that need salary floor enforcement”