Bucco Beat: Episode 22!

It’s hard to believe that the 2011 regular season has come to an end.  With the end of the Pirates’ season, it’s time for the final 2011 regular season edition of Bucco Beat!

In the final regular season edition, Zane and Chad look back at their predictions for the MLB season and reflect on what transpired over the course of the season.

They also look ahead to the MLB playoffs and predict the outcomes of postseason, all the way to the World Series.

The FFTS guys also take a hard look at the Pirates’ season as a whole, break down the high and low points, and reflect on the team and individual highlights and disappointments from the 2011 season.

Check out the final regular-season edition of Bucco Beat, and be sure to stay tuned to Fans From The Stands for all of the latest on the Pirates during the offseason.

Bucco Beat: Episode 22

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Bucco Beat Episode 21!

It’s hard to believe that the 2011 regular season is almost over.

This has certainly been an up-and-down season for our Pirates, and as they wrap up their final home series of the year, FFTS was in attendance tonight, live from PNC Park.

Zane and Chad discuss the Pirates’ recent happenings both on and off the field, look ahead to the end of the season, how 2011 should be viewed as a whole by Pirates’ fans, and much more.

They also preview their season-ending podcast episode coming up later this week.

Check it out!

Bucco Beat Episode 21

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Bucco Beat: Episode 19

The Pirates beat the Brewers!  The Pirates beat the Brewers! 

That’s right, our battlin’ Buccos concluded a ten-game home stand this afternoon with a 2-0 victory over the hated Milwaukee Brewers, earning a series split and finishing their week and a half run at PNC Park with an even 5-5 record.

Zane and Chad discuss the recent home stand, as well as the roster moves the Pirates have made in the past week.  Paul Maholm and Kevin Correia, along with Steve Pearce and Ryan Ludwick, were all placed on the DL, while Aaron Thompson, Ross Ohlendorf, and Pedro Ciriaco have all been recalled.  What a busy week!

The FFTS guys also look ahead to the Pirates’ upcoming road trip against the St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros, their quick one-game makeup home stand against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and their road series against the Chicago Cubs to kick off the month of September!

September means roster expansions and call-ups, and Zane and Chad weigh in on what they’re looking forward to for the rest of the 2011 season.  Lots to get to, lots to discuss, and the guys love it! 

Bucco Beat: Episode 19

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Bucco Beat: Episode 17!

Wow, what  tough week is has been for us Pirates’ fans.  After losing this afternoon to the Padres, the Pirates have just finished the worst home stand in the history of the team.

This was the first time in Pirates’ history that they have been swept in a home stand that involved seven or more games.  Ouch.

Zane and Chad share their thoughts about the team’s skid, while also sharing a few laughs at the Pirates’ expense.  Hey, can you blame them?

They also look ahead to the Buccos’ difficult road trip at San Francisco and Milwaukee.

It’s another episode of Bucco Beat!  Check it out!

Bucco Beat: Episode 17

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Bucco Beat: Episode 16

The Pirates have just wrapped up their most recent road trip, and that means it's time for another episode of Bucco Beat!

Zane and Chad discover the team's series against the Braves and Phillies, while also looking ahead to the upcoming home stand against the Cubs and Padres.

The FFTS guys also reveal another ticket giveaway. You can win two free tickets to the upcoming game between the Pirates and Padres on August 6, 2011. Listen to the podcast to find out how you can win!

Bucco Beat: Episode 16

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Bucco Beat-Episode 15

It's July 24, 2011, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are battling it out for the N.L. Central lead alongside divisional foes the St. Louis Cardinals and Milwaukee Brewers.

In the latest edition of Bucco Beat, Zane and Chad discuss the recent homestand, which saw the Pirates take two of three from the Cincinnati Reds and lose two of three from the Cardinals.

The FFTS guys talk about the recent offensive struggles, the possibilities of trades and players returning from injuries, as well as looking ahead to the upcoming road trip against the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies!

Check out the podcast and stay tuned to http://www.fansfromthestands.com for all your Bucco updates!

Bucco Beat: Episode 15

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Bucco Beat: Episode 14

It's time for another edition of Bucco Beat, the FFTS podcast!

Zane and Chad recap and analyze the Pirates' recent series-victory over the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

The guys discuss the bullpen's struggles this weekend, the continued dominance of Jeff Karstens on the mound, as well as the surging bats of Alex Presley and Neil Walker.

The tickets for next Saturday's game between the Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals are still available!  Listen for instructions on how you can win the tickets!

Bucco Beat: Episode 14

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Twelve!

The latest edition of the FFTS podcast finds the guys in Toronto, in town for the upcoming series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Toronto Blue Jays!
Zane and Chad dissect the Pirates' recent successful homestand, while also looking ahead to their upcoming road trip against Toronto and Washington. They discuss the impact of the surprise strong performances from the likes of Ronny Cedeno, Lyle Overbay, and Garrett Jones.

They discuss the continued success of the bullpen and starting pitching, and look ahead to what fans should expect from the Pirates' team at the All-Star break and beyond.

FFTS Podcast: Episode Twelve

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Eleven!

Bucco Fans,


It's time for another edition of the Fans From The Stands' podcast! Zane and Chad come to you from Twinsburg, Ohio, where the guys are in town for the series between the Cleveland Indians and your Pittsburgh Pirates!

The FFTS guys discuss the Pirates' best record this late in the year since 1999, while looking ahead to the team's interleague play schedule during the upcoming homestand.

They also share their thoughts on their recent trip to Detroit and their experience at Comerica Park, while also talk about their anticipation for the experience tomorrow evening as they catch the Indians-Pirates game in person.

Zane and Chad also reveal the details as to how YOU can win two free tickets to PNC Park next Saturday, June 25, to see the Pirates take on the Boston Red Sox! You have to listen to the podcast for details of how you can win! It's easy!

FFTS Podcast: Episode Eleven

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Ten!

It's time for the latest edition of the Fans From The Stands' podcast!

Chad and Zane discuss the most recent road trip against the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets, including the dreadful ending this afternoon in their deflating loss to the Mets.

The FFTS guys look ahead to the Pirates' ten-game homestand, discuss the all-star voting, what we can expect from the Pirates for the remainder of a very difficult month, and more.

There's also a new poll question on fansfromthestands.com, a new ticket giveaway, and much more!

Check it Out:

FFTS Podcast: Episode Ten

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Eight!

Happy Cinco De Mayo everyone!  Here we are already at Episode Eight of the Fans From The Stands Podcast!

The Pirates arrived home early this morning following another successful road trip out west.  The Buccos took two out of three games from both the Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres, and now return to PNC Park for a seven game home stand.

Zane and Chad are all amped up in this, the eighth edition of the podcast.  They recap the team’s road trip, look ahead to the home stand, and look back at the first month of the season, including the most impressive and disappointing moments of the year so far.

Also featured is another Ask Zane Anything segment, one of the funniest ones thus far, as well as the announcement of another ticket giveaway!  It’s a big one!  Check it out!

FFTS Podcast: Episode Eight

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Six!

That's right Bucco fans!  It's time for another episode of the Fans From The Stands podcast!

The latest installment of the podcast is live from the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Park!  In this abbreviated edition, Zane and Chad discuss the recent Pirates' road trip, which started out impressively and ended in utter disaster in Florida.

The FFTS guys share their thoughts on the strengths and weaknesses of the Pirates as they enter this home stand against the Washington Nationals and San Francisco Giants, while also emphasizing the importance of the next stretch of games for this young Pirates' team.  Check it all out!

FFTS Podcast: Episode Six

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Five

Welcome to another edition of the Fans From The Stands Podcast!

Zane and Chad weigh in on the Pirates’ first home stand of the 2011 regular season.  They diagnose and analyze the two series against the Rockies and Brewers, while also looking ahead to the upcoming road trip against the Reds and Marlins.

There’s also another segment of Ask Zane Anything, where the guys take a question from another Bucco fan.  Clint Hurdle’s early influence, lineup changes, and starting pitching are all also discussed.

Check it out! 

FFTS Podcast: Episode Five

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FFTS Podcast: Episode Four

Photo Credit: AP/Gene J. Puskar

Happy Opening Day (Eve) everyone!  It’s time for another edition of the Fans From The Stands Podcast!

In today’s podcast, Zane and Chad discuss the Pirates’ first road trip of the season, and break down the series against the Cubs and Cardinals.

Another “Ask Zane Anything” gets the conversation going about PNC Park, ballpark food, and Dancing With The Stars!

Zane and Chad also announce the latest ticket giveaway, make their predictions of the Buccos’ first home stand of the year, and much more!

FFTS Podcast: Episode Four

Questions?  Comments?  Contact FFTS at comments@fansfromthestands.com or fansfromthestands@yahoo.com

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FFTS Podcast-Episode Two

Photo Credit: AP/Gene J. Puskar

Happy Saturday Bucco fans!  With the start of the 2011 regular season less than a week away, it’s time for Episode Two of the Fans From The Stands Podcast!

Zane and Chad break down the pitching woes of Spring Training, and discuss what we, as fans, should be taking away from performances in February and March.

The FFTS duo also share their feelings on Clint Hurdle’s influence on the club, the announcement of the team’s starting pitching rotation, MLB Network’s 30 Clubs In 30 Days special on the Pirates, and much more!

Also, be sure to listen for your chance to win FREE tickets to the Pirates’ Home Opener against the Rockies coming up in less than two weeks!  Chad and Zane tell you how YOU can win, and how the winner will be announced!

Send your comments on the podcast, good or bad, to comments@fansfromthestands.com or fansfromthestands@yahoo.com  Enjoy!

FFTS Podcast-Episode Two

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FFTS Podcast-Episode One

Photo Credit: AP/Gene J. Puskar

That’s right Bucco fans! It’s the first episode of the Fans From The Stands’ Podcast! We discuss the Pirates’ Spring Training 2011 thus far, as well as what we, as fans, can expect from the club once the regular season begins in less than two weeks!

Episode One of the FFTS Podcast features information on upcoming ticket giveaways and promotions, as well as thoughts on PNC Park and Opening Day 2011. We also share our predictions for the 2011 season as well as our thoughts on the Pirates’ pitching rotation, Neil Walker’s follow up to his incredible 2010 campaign, and much more!

Check out the first episode of the Fans From The Stands’ Podcast! And be sure to stay tuned for upcoming episodes throughout the entire 2011 Pirates’ season!

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FFTS Podcast-Episode One