Episode 346 - Bench Bantr ft. Nick Gonzales

⚾ NEW EPISODE OF BENCH BANTR ⚾Live from the dugout at PNC Park, this week we’re joined by Pirates infielder Nick Gonzales! Nick breaks down the adjustments he’s made at the plate during the 2026 season, what’s helped fuel his recent offensive success, and how his confidence has continued to grow throughout the year. We also dive into his approach against big league pitching, staying consistent over a long MLB season, and what Pirates fans can expect moving forward.From mechanical tweaks to the mental side of hitting, this is one of our favorite player conversations of the season. Don’t miss this dugout interview straight from PNC Park with one of the hottest bats in the Pirates lineup.🔥 Topics Include:Nick Gonzales’ breakout offensive seasonAdjustments at the plate in 2026Hitting approach vs MLB pitchingConfidence and preparationInside the Pirates clubhouseLive dugout interview from PNC Park🎥 Subscribe for more exclusive Pirates interviews, minor league coverage, player features, and weekly Pittsburgh Pirates analysis from Bucco Bantr!Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/x7R5CKnX9Visit the TSE shop here: https://tseshop.com/?rfsn=8616256.5dea20Visit Sports Card Junction here: https://sportscardjunction.com Follow us on Instagram: @buccobantrFollow us on Twitter (X): @buccobantrFollow us on TikTok: @buccobantrFollow us on Blue Sky: @buccobantr.bsky.socialSubscribe to our YouTube: @buccobantrCheck out Just Baseball here: https://www.justbaseball.com/Email us your questions: [email protected] can join our patreon using the following link: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BuccoBantr?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLinkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.