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Podcast: Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: CHANGE the Narrative—Why Pittsburgh Must LAND a SIGNIFICANT Player to Alter MLB’s Perception
Description: Pittsburgh Pirates face a critical offseason, battling skepticism as they attempt to shake their reputation and become serious contenders in MLB. Can a marquee signing finally transform the franchise’s narrative? Gary Morgan explores why spending big in Pittsburgh isn’t as simple as opening the checkbook, drawing parallels to Kyle Schwarber’s decision to return to Philadelphia and what it means for Pirates’ free agent strategy.Key topics include the club’s struggles to land impact bats, the potential pivot to options like J.T. Realmuto and Ketel Marte, and how Don Kelly’s revamped coaching staff might...