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The Pittsburgh Pirates finish 82-80, securing their first winning record in eight years behind Konnor Griffin's walk-off homer and Paul Skenes' dominant pitching. Steve and Megan analyze the Skenes-Jones-Ashcraft rotation, the void left by Kirby Yates' retirement, and the future of Konnor Griffin as the everyday shortstop. We discuss division rivalries with the Tigers and Astros, catching battles between Henry Davis and Rafael Flores Jr., and why the Pirates are poised for the playoffs in 2027. Key players include Oneil Cruz, Brian Reynolds, and emerging arms like Lake Bachar.

In this episode: Division Rivals & League Headlines · Rotation Depth & Bullpen Transition · League Trends & 2027 Predictions.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/pit/2026-10-16/transcript.html

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