Pirates Breakdown Radio

Ladies and gentlemen, it's another week, another episode of Pirates Countdown! This week Jarrod Prugar and Alex Stumpf discuss the top 5 Pirates Prospects that could make an impact during the second half of the 2017 regular season.

Ladies and gentlemen, it's Pirates Breakdown Radio's first spinoff!! Jarrod Prugar and Alex Stumpf take their legendary Cannonballs arguments to their very own show. It's the debut episode of Pirates Countdown! You wanted more of Jarrod and Alex, you've got it!!!

This week on Cannonballs, we see our first rematch as Jarrod Prugar and Alex Stumpf battle it out following their draw from a week ago. The two butt heads over Starling Marte's future role with the team, Steven Brault's potential and whether the Pirates should reunite with an old friend.

BREAKING NEWS: The Pittsburgh Pirates announced today that Andrew McCutchen would be placed back in the third spot of the batting order. Steve Kubitz and Jason Rollison come at you with a rapid reaction to that news and what it means for the Pirates going forward.

After a one week hiatus, we return with another episode of Cannonballs. These week features two rookies making their debuts as Alex Stumpf takes on Jarred Prugar. The two get heated as they debate Andrew McCutchen's location in the batting order, the Pirates future deadline moves and whether an old friend can help the Buccos' bullpen.

In an exclusive interview, Steve Kubitz sits down with former long-time Pirates first baseman, Kevin Young. The two discuss the Hefty Flip Cup Challenge, Josh Bell's development as a first baseman and Young's continued popularity in the city of Pittsburgh.

On episode 11 of Cannonballs, defending champion and dynasty in the making, Josh Taylor takes on a very special guest, Matt Gajtka of DK on Pittsburgh Sports. Can the PBD captain of media take down the master wordsmith? Or we will see the three-time champion dethroned?

On episode 10 of Cannonballs, Josh Taylor defends his crown against the young and hungry, Ethan Obstarczyk. The two debate the fall of Alen Hanson, Adam Frazier's recent struggles and have lots of talk about Andrew McCutchen's naval. Will we see a new champion or is this a birth of a dynasty?

On episode 9 of Cannonballs, Josh Taylor returns to defend his title against the handsome and very tall Jason Rollison. Will the co-founder of Pirates Breakdown reclaim his glory or will Josh Taylor continue his run of excellence?

The Pittsburgh Pirates just completed another week of the play and for what feels like the first time, it was a mostly solid week of play. Steve Kubitz looks back on a fairly successful 4-2 week of play for the Pirates and rants and raves about the lack of established defense positions. He also gushes about Adam Fraizer. Though, who isn't these days?

On the latest episode of Cannonballs, three-time defending champion, Matt Shetler takes on the man that never lost HIS previous title, Josh Taylor. It's champion vs. champion! Will we see the continuation of a dynasty or will an old dog show the world that it's his yard?

The Pittsburgh Pirates just finished their fifth week of play and once again it was an inconsistent seven days. The team got their first win against the hated Reds and won a series against the Brewers. However, they were still mired in poor offensive production and terrible defense.

Episode 7 of Cannonballs features two-time defending champion, Matt Shetler taking on our fearless leader, Jason Rollison. Things get heated as Jason attempts to take down the man on the hottest streak in Cannonballs history. Wil a new champion be crowned or will we see the birth of a dynasty? Found out on the latest episode of Cannonballs!

On The Week That Was, Steve Kubitz looks back at the fourth complete week of Pittsburgh Pirates baseball. We saw two improbable and memorable debuts, the Pirates won a road series in Miami, and Ivan Nova pitched a Maddux.

Episode 6 of Cannonballs features defending champion, Matt Shetler taking on the hip newcomer, Ethan Obstarczyk. Will we see a new champion? Or will Matt continue his reign on top of the Cannonballs mountain? Only Steve Kubitz can decide the fate of these two Pirates Breakdown warriors!!

In this wide ranging interview, Steve Kubitz sits down with Pirates MLB.com beat writer, Adam Berry. The two discuss his road to Pittsburgh, the mood of the fans and the team in light of Starling Marte's PED suspension, and what it was like to work with and eventually replace the late, great Tom Singer.

On the Week That Was, Steve Kubitz looks at the third full week of Pittsburgh Pirates baseball. It was another up and down week that featured FOUR different 2-1 ballgames. The pitching was dominant and the offense was dominated. Baseball is a funny game, folks.

In this installment of Futurebucs, we debate the Pirates' decision NOT to call up Austin Meadows to take Starling Marte's roster spot

On Episode 5 of Cannonballs, we see two new competitors make their debut as Sean Riley takes on Matt Shetler. Who will reign supreme in this explosive episode of Cannonballs? Find out NOW!!!

BREAKING NEWS: Major League Baseball announced today that Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder, Starling Marte has been suspended 80 games for violating the league's Joint Drug Agreement. Here are Steve Kubitz and Jason Rollison's rapid reaction to that breaking news.