EXPOSED: Should Pittsburgh Pirates DEFEND Termarr Johnson or Gamble in Rule 5 Draft?

Podcast: Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates · Locked On Podcast Network, Gary Morgan

Opublikowano: 2026-10-30

Pittsburgh Pirates face tough Rule 5 draft decisions as roster pressure mounts. Can the front office strike the right balance between protecting rising stars like Axiel Plaz and Lonnie White Jr. and making room for offseason acquisitions? Injury concerns around Termarr Johnson add to the uncertainty, while Mitch Jebb’s breakout and versatile skill set prompt serious discussion about his protection status. Gary Morgan breaks down the Pirates’ 40-man roster crunch, evaluating expendable players like Isaac Mattson and Ronny Simon as potential cuts to free up space. The conversation also tackles Bob Nutting’s surprising stance on a potent...