The MLB Playoffs have had some compelling series to far. Let's open the show talking some playoff baseball. Ok, now to the Pittsburgh Pirates. As we are nearing the World Series that means it's about time for the true offseason to begin. With that said, let's take a peak at the current 40-man roster, they're projected arbitration salaries, and who is likely headed towards being Non-Tendered.

The debut of our new 'call-in' show where fans call in and join one of our hosts to ask a question, discuss a topic, or debate a point with one of our NS9 Hosts. This week Jim will be your host. *Explicit content from 2nd guest - I think I got out all the F-bombs*

With the season complete, DiNardo and Ty Ty take a look back at the Over/Unders we set at the beginning of the year to see who fared well when looking at this 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates team.

With the season complete, DiNardo and Ty Ty take a look back at the Over/Unders we set at the beginning of the year to see who fared well when looking at this 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates team.

Today at noon a group of Pirates fans are showing their displeasure with the team by forming a protest. It will start at Grant Street in front of City Hall and then end on Federal Street in front of PNC Park. Let's discuss... Also, the Reds brought in Terry Francona as their latest GM. How do we feel about this?

Ben Cherington, GM of the Pittsburgh Pirates, had a press conference where he tried to instill confidence in the fanbase while also supporting Derek Shelton as Manager. Meanwhile, the Reds fired David Bell and are set to bring in Terry Francona to manage their team for the next 3 years. Our very first show of The Point, features Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Andy and Scott of Bucco Bantr, and our boy Doug E. Fresh from NS9. Let's see who wins the very first show of The Point!

**Part 2** How does this 2025 Pirates offseason look? Well, based on how this organization operates it wouldn't shock us if the payroll is set around $95 million. We will tell you why we came up with that number as well as what it means on the direction of this 26-man roster.

Today, Ben Cherington had a press conference at 2 pm and as usual there were things said (or not really said at all). He did state he gave recommendation to keep Derek Shelton. There were a few other things that were said the is leading us to tonight's discussion. Yesterday the Pirates did make a few offseason moves by firing Andy Haines, Justin Meccage, & Adam Vish.

Jim breaks down the Pirates' selections for the 2024 Arizona Fall League. A group of 8, led by Termarr Johnson and Mike Burrows, will represent the Pirates for the Scottsdale Scorpions this fall.

The Pittsburgh Pirates wrapped up their 2024 season with a loss in New York which led them to the exact same wins total of 2023 - 76. With the offseason now upon us, what do we think the very first move this organization should take? Isiah Kiner-Falefa was not in the starting lineup yesterday while being 4 plate appearances shy of a $250,000 bonus. Both he and Derek Shelton have said they gave him the option to play, but was that the right move? Lastly, every year Alex Stumpf from mlb.com...

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Ryan & DiNardo discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the New York Yankees. Bailey Falter started but only lasted 3 innings while giving up 4. The offense was able to muster up 4 runs and then the bullpen lost the lead in the 8th for the loss.

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Doug & DiNardo discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the New York Yankees. Paul Skenes pitched 2 perfect innings to cap off his remarkable rookie season striking out Juan Soto and Aaron Judge back to back. Mike Burrows made his MLB debut pitching very effectively. Also, the Pirates hit 5 HR in their 9-4 victory.

Jim and Neil discuss tonight's game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Yankees. Bryan Reynolds and Nick Gonzales hit back to back home runs in the 6th inning and Reynolds added another homer in the 8th as the Pirates secured the series opening win. Jared Jones struck out 7 in 4 1/3 innings before giving way to the bullpen, who gave up just 1 hit over 4 2/3 innings.

Today was the final home game for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates. Mitch Keller took the mound for his final start and ended the year the way he has been pitching for most of the second half, unfortunately. What do we take away from this and who is the Mitch Keller we should come to expect going forward heading into 2025? The baseball world took storm to the Rowdy Tellez news being DFA'd but not simply for the fact that they released him, but because the reporting done by Ethan Hullihen let us...

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Cody and Ryan break down the action from the Pirates home finale against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Tyler and Doug discuss todays game against the Brewers. Luis Ortiz threw his tail off and Liover Peguero drove in 2 runs.

Jim & Tyler discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the Milwaukee Brewers. The guys discuss the Rowdy Tellez and Michael A Taylor DFA as well as the Pirates loss.

We are now entering the final 6 games of the 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates season. Paul Skenes just had another brilliant start which continues to highlight his historic rookie season. Is he now officially the lock of NL Rookie Of The Year? We have also seen Billy Cook and Nick Yorke in the majors. Let's discuss our early thoughts to their debuts. Anthony Murphy from Bucs On Deck joins us to talk the final week of minor league baseball and highlight the top prospects of the week. Lastly, we preview...

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Doug & DiNardo discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the Cincinnati Reds. Paul Skenes continued his historic rookie season by pitching 5 scoreless innings and striking out 9. Oneil Cruz and Nick Yorke each hit a HR to give the Pirates enough offense for the 2-0 victory.

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. Ryan & DiNardo discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the Cincinnati Reds. Jared Jones had the start today and didn't look good. The offense also did not show up again today.

Jim and Doug discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the Cincinnati Reds. Mitch Keller got rocked for 8 runs in 3.1 innings in Friday's blowout loss to the Reds. Oneil Cruz hit his 20th home run of the season to become the first Pirates to reach the 20/20 mark since Starling Marte in 2019.

The NS9 Postgame Show Powered By Primanti Bros. discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the St. Louis Cardinals. Luis Ortiz pitched 6 very effective innings allowing just 2 earned runs, which then saw the bullpen pick up and shut the Cardinals down the remainder of the game. Yasmani Grandal had a big go ahead HR as the Pirates avoided the sweep.

Tyler and Neil discuss todays game against the Cardinals. The bullpen imploded and the Pirates dropped to 10 games under .500.

Jim & Neil discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the St. Louis Cardinals. Bailey Falter gave up just 2 runs over 5.2 innings but a Bryan De La Cruz home run was all the Pirates offense could muster up as they lose 3-1.

Jim & Tyler discuss today's Pittsburgh Pirates game vs. the St. Louis Cardinals. Paul Skenes went 6 innings and gave up just one run to continue his case for NL Rookie of the Year. However, the offense could not get anything going as they mustered up just 4 hits.