Talk the Plank: A Pittsburgh Pirates podcast

Spinning off Rowdy Tellez's "We don't do that out here," Jake talks about how the Pirates' offense has cooled off, the disappointing bullpen and Tellez's dead gap in the lineup. Follow Jake on Twitter: @_RadioJake Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Williams, @haleyrhine_ Follow Talk the Plank on Twitter: @TalkthePlankPod Please rate and review the podcast on iTune

The Pirates split a four-game set with the Phillies over the weekend BUT there were some standout moments, including Andrew McCutchen hitting his 300th career home run. Follow Jake on Twitter: @_RadioJake Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Williams, @haleyrhine_ Follow Talk the Plank on Twitter: @TalkthePlankPod Please rate and review the podcast on iTunes. Send a

After blowing three saves in 12 games, the Pirates faithful has started to voice concern about closer David Bednar. Others have resorted to booing. In this episode, Jake talks why booing is a fan's right but why it might not be the best thing to do at this moment, especially for someone as tied to Pittsburgh as Bednar. Hear his thoughts in this episode of Talk the Plank. Follow Jak

The Pirates have gotten significant help from Connor Joe at the top of the lineup and he could be nearing his full breakout. Also, the Pirates made two trades, added a new hot dog to their concessions menu and announced who will throw out the ceremonial first pitch in Friday's home opener. Follow Jake on Twitter: @_RadioJake Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Will

In this episode, Jake and Bucs Dugout's Jaiman White break down the Pirates' exciting weekend in Miami, which included two extra-inning wins, plenty of run support, and a four-game sweep to kick of 2024. Follow Jake on Twitter: @_RadioJake Follow Jaiman on Twitter: @JaimanWhite Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Williams, @haleyrhine_ Follow Talk the Plank on Twit

Opening Day 2024 is here and there's a lot of hope that the Pirates can turn things around this season and post a winning record. Jake reigns in the new season with five predictions surrounding the Pirates (and the NL Central) in 2024. Follow Jake on Twitter: @_RadioJake Follow the rest of the crew: @AustinRBechtold, @Wins_Williams, @haleyrhine_ Follow Talk the Plank on Twitter: @T

It's the final week of Spring Training and fans are reacting to roster moves across the league. For some fans, they're OVERreacting. One move that's generated buzz is last year's fourth overall pick Wyatt Langford cracking the Texas Rangers' Opening Day roster, while top pick Paul Skenes will start with a Pirates' minor league affiliate. Jake is here to explain why they are NOT the

In this episode, Jake gives his thoughts on why Jared Triolo should start at second base on Opening Day, and what guys like Liover Peguero and Nick Gonzales need to do if they want to shake things up. He also talks about the Pirates' Spring Training power surge and why it will add a different flavor to this year. Also, shoutout to @saxboybilly18 on X for ranking Bucs Dugout and sev

In this episode, Jake discusses how the Pirates will shape the bottom of their rotation heading into Opening Day. A list of possible candidates are: Jared Jones Quinn Priester Chase Anderson (NRI) Luis Ortiz Josh Fleming Bailey Falter Roansy Contreras DISCLAIMER: Jake forgot to mention Quinn Priester in his list of favorites for the rotation. He would go between Jones and Ortiz. Le

In this episode, Jake talks about the Pirates signing OF Michael A. Taylor to a one-year deal and how it creates some intriguing options for the team's outfield in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices