Gerrit Cole finally looked like the ace everyone believes him to be on Sunday. MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Pirates reporter Adam Berry take a closer look at his dominant outing, how crucial Jung Ho Kang's defense and bat are to the club and why Cole doesn't think the Cubs are the best team in baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How can Gerrit Cole keep his emotions in check to beat Jake Arrieta and the Cubs? MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Pirates reporter Adam Berry take a closer look at Cole's recent outings and what boxes he'll need to check off in order to overcome the Cubs and what Pittsburgh can attribute to their recent success against the Redbirds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeff Locke's not messing around on the mound. MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to spotlight Locke's past two quality starts, which Pirates players have been most consistent and how Jung Ho Kang will start slow when he returns to the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Pirates reporter Adam Berry reflect on Andrew McCutchen's three-home run performance against the Rockies and discuss the taxed bullpen and how huge it will be to have Jared Hughes back in the pen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates need to work on their offense with RISP. MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to spotlight Gerrit Cole's last outing, detangle Jeff Locke's struggles and how Francisco Cervelli ended up playing first base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
No one's pushing the panic button over Gerrit Cole's season debut. MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to find out why the Pirates fully expect Cole to bounce back after earning his first loss this season and give out a few grades for the team's performance during Opening Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates couldn't have drawn up a better opening series by sweeping the Cardinals. MLB.com's Matt Waymire catches up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to hear about Pittsburgh's strong series and spotlight Juan Nicasio as well as Gregory Polanco's five-year extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can the Pirates overcome their wildcard woes this season? Will Andrew McCutchen finish top-three in MVP voting? MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to hear a few bold predictions for 2016 and what fans should look out for come Opening Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Juan Nicasio pitch himself into the Pirates pitching rotation? MLB.com's Matt Waymire caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to find out how Nicasio's wowing in Spring, hear how David Freese looks so far, and how Jung Ho Kang and Gerrit Cole are progressing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gerrit Cole is working out the Spring Training bugs. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince caught up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to find out how Cole's first outing went, why Francisco Liriano got his second straight Opening Day nod and what David Freese means to the Pirates' success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which player is surprising in camp and has a shot to make the team? MLB.com's Matt Waymire catches up with Pirates reporter Adam Berry to spotlight Matt Joyce, Cole Figueroa and how Ryan Vogelsong's making a great "second" impression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pirates reporter Adam Berry caught up with Josh Harrison to learn how he spent his offseason, why he's so comfortable at second base, and why this season's lineup plans on putting more pressure on the basepaths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After a decade in the White Sox organization, what's the most valuable thing John Danks has learned? White Sox reporter Scott Merkin catches up with Danks to find out why winning every season is a constant theme, what to expect from the team this season and the starting pitcher reflects on the 2008 AL Central tie-breaker game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Jaso's move to Pittsburgh means he gets to keep the leather on his hands. Pirates reporter Adam Berry catches up with the new first basemen to find how how his transition is shaping up, what he'll bring to the club offensively and the toughest part about moving to the other side of the dish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are the Pirates planning on any big position battles in Spring Training? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry check out who could secure the open bullpen spot, lineup projections and update Jung Ho Kang's progress after surgery last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spring Training is around the corner and the Pirates made a mountain of moves this offseason. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry take a look at Pittsburgh's offseason moves, Mark Melancon's positive impact on the club and take time to remember MLB.com reporter Tom Singer, who passed away this week at age 67. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates' future looks bright. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry spotlight a few top prospects and when fans can expect to see them in the big leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Right-handed pitcher Tyler Glasnow is ready for the big show. MLB.com's Dave Raymond checks in with broadcaster Greg Brown to spotlight Glasnow's strengths and when he'll be big-league ready. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB.com's Dave Raymond challenges Pirates reporter Adam Berry to make a few bold predictions including whether Pedro Alvarez will play more than John Jaso or Josh Bell at first base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where will John Jaso fit in the Pirates lineup? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry discuss how he'll be utilized best, who will bat cleanup and Ryan Vogelsong's full-circle baseball career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates need to put a bow tie on their rotation. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry discuss who could be a good fit and which player could have a breakthrough year in Pittsburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Despite trading for Jon Niese and shedding some salaries, there are still holes to fill on the Pirates roster. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry reflect on what the Niese trade means for the Bucs and who else they can add to the rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will the Pirates' patience pay off? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry are at the Winter Meetings in Nashville to find out which domino the Pirates are waiting to fall, where Neil Walker can be of value and why Mike Napoli would make a strong backup for Michael Morse at first base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates did not tender Pedro Alvarez a contract. MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry break down why the team didn't keep the first basemen in Pittsburgh and why they'll be busy in Nashville looking for another addition to their rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How are the Pirates shaping up for 2016? MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Pirates reporter Adam Berry breakdown their needs and wants and whether or not Mark Melancon is a trade piece this Hot Stove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLBPipeline.com's Jonathan Mayo is on location at the Arizona Fall League as he catches up with Austin Meadows and Reese McGuire, two top prospects in the Pirates organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Pirates are looking forward to building on a strong 2016. MLBPipeline.com's Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo spotlight Austin Meadows and Reese McGuire, two top prospects looking to make a splash in the Arizona Fall League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the countdown to the 2016 season begins, we take a look back at the biggest moments from the Pittsburgh Pirates' 2015 season. Listen in as we relive their incredible triple play against the Cardinals, Starling Marte's defensive clinic in left field and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Opportunity is knocking. Pirates reporter Tom Singer joins MLB.com's Dave Raymond to preview the next seven days for the Pirates and why the Bucs aren't scoreboard watching, only taking care of business on their end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Baseball is alive and thriving in Pittsburgh. Pirates reporter Tom Singer joins MLB.com's Dave Raymond to examine the Pirates' recent performances, look ahead to the next two weeks, and discuss the loss of Jung Ho Kang to injury and the impact on their postseason run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
