What Do The Pirates Need To Do This Offseason To Compete In 2026?

from North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast · host North Shore Nine

The Point is back for the offseason! Hosted by Jim, this around-the-horn–style Pirates debate show features an all-star panel: John Perrotto (Roundtable Sports) Jose Negron (DK Pittsburgh Sports) Platinum Key (Bucco Territory) Dougie Fresh (North Shore Nine) They’ll go head-to-head on the biggest Pittsburgh Pirates storylines of the offseason — and at the end, you decide the winner in a live poll. Who will take home the bragging rights? Tune in live Friday at 8PM to find out! Watch live, subscribe, and join the conversation in the chat. #LetsGoBucs #NorthShoreNine #ThePoint Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This episode of The Point dives into what the Pittsburgh Pirates need to do this offseason to compete in 2026, featuring John Perrotto, Jose Negron, Platinum Key, and Doug from North Shore Nine. The panel debates Konnor Griffin’s timeline to the majors, whether Mitch Keller should be traded, and realistic free-agent targets — all while demanding that ownership finally prove it’s serious about winning.