Pomp and Joe Show 7-27-26

Are the Pirates too timid to get over the hump this year? Jared Jones still isn't allowed to get deep into games. Ben Cherington had a comment on the situation. This feels like 2024 all over again. A caller wants to trade Keller for Luke Weaver. Do the Pirates need to trade an elite prospect to get a good reliever? Jared Jones was pulled too early on Friday. A caller asks about Cruz's offense vs his defensive issues. We miss the waiver trades. Ozuna stinks again. Shota Imanaga continued to own the Bucs. The Pirates really struggle vs lefties. It could be their undoing if they make the playoffs. Could Mlodzinski be a trade chip to get bullpen help? More callers weigh in, one of whom defends Cherington. It's Steelers training camp week. Is there way less excitement this year than previous years? How much does Tomln being gone play a factor? Matt Clement joins to discuss Jared Jones early exit, should he be compared to Spencer Strider. if he'd trade Mlodzinski, reacting to Cherington's comment about acquiring a rental, the finances of acquiring a player, do the Pirates need to get a proven vet for the bullpen. Shawn Ross was an unlikely hero yesterday. Matt Clement gives his thoughts about intentionally walking PCA on Friday, does the clubhouse need to see the Pirates make some big acquisitions? Seth Hernandez is heading to the injured list. A caller asks a Steelers question that Matt answers. How should we evaluate Skenes as of late? A caller gives his thoughts about Skenes. Could the Brewers get Miller or Skubal? Who does Matt want to see the Pirates target? A caller asks about trading Oneil Cruz, is Skenes being forced into being the veteran of the rotation, is Mark Vientos a possibility?