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On this episode of Rum Bunter Radio the crew is back to break down the late February extension of all-star pitcher and former first round selection Mitch Keller. What led to the 5-year, 77 million dollar contract between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Keller? How much does this affect offseason grades for the front office? Keller, 27 years old, has a career ERA of 4.21, pitching in 32 games in 2023, the Cedar Rapids, Iowa native is primed for a major 2024 campaign after a successful two year run. Is there any reason for concern, although, over the Pirates offer of 77 million? Keller at one point appeared to be another in a long line of Pirates' "busts". Considering modern economics of pitching in major league baseball the crew explains why this is a steal for the Pirates. Mitch Keller may be secured for the long run, but in the short term the Pirates still feel concern in several areas. Catcher was one of the overarching points of interest as the offseason lingered on and Saturday evening Pittsburgh signed major league veteran Yasmani Grandal to a one year deal, adding a veteran presence to the room. Will Yasmani Grandal remain on the roster at the conclusion of July? How often will Yasmani Grandal take the field when the season begins in April? Grandal, a former first round pick himself, now 35 years old, is preparing for his 13th season in the ‘biggs’ and is beginning the 2024 year with his sixth MLB club.  As the episode comes to a close the crew details the start to spring training. Outside of hysterically revealing uniforms, what has stood out in Pirates city? Will the Roansy Contreras Pittsburgh has seen in week one of ST24 carry through the remainder of camp back north? Batten down the hatches, clear the decks and enjoy this episode of Rum Bunter Radio! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The Pittsburgh Pirates sign veteran reliever Aroldis Chapman in one of the most surprising and unfitting moves of the offseason. While the Pirates add depth to a hopeful bullpen, what is to make of a starting rotation that is still desperate for major league arms? Batten down the hatches, clear the decks and enjoy this episode of Rum Bunter Radio! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a rather quiet offseason when it comes to roster moves that were expected to help bolster the team for the 2024 season. Does Ben Cherrington have several moves on the way? What does this signal about the direction of the franchise and the status of Bob Nutting's ownership in Pittsburgh? Batten down the hatches, clear the decks and enjoy this episode of Rum Bunter Radio! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The Pittsburgh Pirates had several MAJOR needs heading into the 2023-2024 off-season. As they address their biggest need (arms, arms and more arms) at the 2023 MLB Winter Meetings in Nashville, Ben Cherington and the Pirates front office is left with still much work to do. In this episode of Rum Bunter Radio the crew recaps the start of the offseason, takes a deep dive on what went down at the Winter Meetings, and look ahead to potential moves that could drastically chance the outcome of the upcoming season. Batten down the hatches, clear the decks and enjoy this episode of Rum Bunter Radio! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

The offseason is upon us! After noticeable improvement on the field in 2023 for the Pittsburgh Pirates, how will the front office address the club's top needs this off-season? The five most important areas of need: Starting pitching, not having a first baseman whatsoever, locking down second base, will Mitch Keller and/or Andrew McCutchen put pen to paper on a new deal ahead of spring camp? In this Rum Bunter Radio special the crew ranks these topics, and follows them with a deep dive on each area of need. Are the Pirates on track to real contention in 2024 if this offseason goes to plan? Batten down the hatches, clear the decks and enjoy this episode of Rum Bunter Radio! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]