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Bucs In The BasementThe Pirates Need To Make Some ChangesCraig welcomes in-for the first time-Charlie Franson (@cfransoniv) from the Bucco Fever Podcast (@BuccoFeverPod) to discuss Paul Skenes' MLB Debut, the roster moves that were recently announced and those that could possibly be on the way, the struggling bullpen, and what could be done to address the underperformance from certain players thus far this season.
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Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply joins his buddy Chris at...
2024-05-1545 min
Bucco Fever PodcastAre the Bats Waking Up?Is the offense coming around? Maybe. Hear my take on what is happening and what needs to continue to happen.
2024-05-0741 minBucco Fever PodcastSustaining the Hot StartHear my take on the hot start and if I feel they can keep it going.
2024-04-0341 min2024-03-0739 minBucco Fever PodcastSpring has SprungOn this episode, I talk a little about what’s happened this spring so far and what I’d like to see moving forward.
2024-02-2937 minBucco Fever PodcastShaking off the RustI’m back. Hear my take on the off-season and what still needs done.
2024-02-0639 minBucco Fever PodcastCurrent Roster OverviewLet’s take a look at the current roster and what the Pirates have done well to get to this point and what work still needs done.
2023-02-0739 minBucco Fever PodcastOff-season ThoughtsIn this episode, I review the moves that they’ve made so far and look at what still needs done.
2022-11-2936 minBucco Fever PodcastQuestion Marks and Silver LiningsDespite a lot of bad baseball, there’s still some silver linings. I look at that plus the areas of need and how those may be addressed.
2022-09-3044 minBucco Fever PodcastGrowing Pains, But Are They Growing?I take a look at the recent struggles and wonder if the Pirates are really growing.
2022-08-2440 minBucco Fever PodcastTrade Deadline ReviewMy take on the moves that were made and those that were not.
2022-08-0337 minBucco Fever PodcastMid-season Thoughts and DraftHear my thoughts on the season so far and a look at the draft.
2022-07-2135 min
Bucco Fever PodcastSample Sizes and Roster CrunchesThe Pirates had a fun week. A lot of good things in a small time frame. It is ok to be excited, but don't go all gloom and doom when Cruz goes 0-12. I also talk about the upcoming roster moves that will need to be made and some of the young guys who may be on their way to Indy.
2022-06-2442 minBucco Fever PodcastYouth MovementIn this episode, I talk about the recent wave of prospects that we've seen, who else is on the way, and what is going to need to happen to get them consistent playing time.
2022-06-1044 minBucco Fever PodcastWho is still here in two years? Rotation Edition.I take a look at the rotation and who I think makes it to 2024.
2022-05-1947 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 4/19I go over some of the things that have worked and haven’t worked for the Pirates so far this season.
2022-04-1942 minBucco Fever PodcastSeason PreviewIn this episode, I talk about the upcoming season and some of the things I think you should watch and some of the frustrating moves that occurred in the last week.
2022-04-0654 minBucco Fever PodcastWhat’s Working So FarThe Pirates are 4 games into the spring. In this episode, I talk about what’s working well and what is not. I know it is early, but it is still fun to talk about.
2022-03-2238 minBucco Fever PodcastBaseball is Back! What’s Next?I take look at some thing that I feel the Pirates need to address with their roster now the hot stove is burning again.
2022-03-1341 minBucco Fever PodcastTop 10 ProspectsNot much going on at the big league level, so I’m talking about prospects. In this episode, I rank my top 10 in the organization.
2022-02-0146 minBucco Fever PodcastWhat Next in 2022?Hear my take on what the Pirates should focus on moving into 2022 once the lockout ends.
2022-01-0546 minBucco Fever PodcastTalking MovesListen to my take on recent moves including the dreaded Stallings deal.
2021-11-3040 minBucco Fever PodcastRule 5 DecisionsWho to cut and who to protect. That’s what the Pirates will be dealing with this week. Come and hear my thoughts.
2021-11-1547 minBucco Fever PodcastLet the Offseason BeginIn this episode, I talk about some holes that the Pirates should look to fill and some potential trade chips.
2021-11-0437 minBucco Fever PodcastLooking AheadIn this episode, I take a look at some questions the Pirates have to answer and somethings I’d like to see. It’s a hodgepodge of stuff.
2021-10-1938 min2021-09-2732 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 9/20Hear my take on the last week and some of the bright spots. The Pirates are on a nice little run.
2021-09-2031 minBucco Fever PodcastBradenton’s PitchingI’ve really been impressed with the consistency of the pitching at Bradenton. I take a look at what they have and where they might fit in the future for the Pirates.
2021-09-1043 minBucco Fever PodcastChanges and Bright SpotsIn the episode, I talk about the recent changes for the Pirates. There’s been some arrivals and departures. I also take a look at what has been going right for the Pirates.
2021-08-3132 minBucco Fever PodcastTaking a Look AheadIn this episode, I take a look at the what might be the roster for 2022 and the versatility that the Pirates have accumulated.
2021-08-091h 04Bucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review/Trade Deadline RecapThis episode recaps the trade deadline moves and some of the draft picks signed over the last week.
2021-08-0152 minBucco Fever PodcastTrades, trades, and more tradesOn this episode, I take a look at the Frazier and Holmes trades and the impending roster crunch. I also talk about the draft picks that they recently signed.
2021-07-2747 minBucco Fever PodcastSecond Half PreviewThis episode takes a look about what I am looking forward to seeing the 2nd half of the season. I take a look at potential moves and the approaching roster crunches through tour the system.
2021-07-211h 08Bucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review/Draft ReviewI briefly talk about last week on the field, but really focus on the amazing haul Ben Cherington got in the draft.
2021-07-1442 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 7/5Hear my take on the last week. I talk about some bad baseball and some good and one odd move that Ben Cherington made this week.
2021-07-0550 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 6/28I take a look at the highlights from the last week for the Pirates and the farm system.
2021-06-2948 minBucco Fever PodcastDraft Talk 2.0The draft is about a month away. I give my thoughts and speculation.
2021-06-2045 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 6/14Hear my take on the last week. I also make a case for Anthony Alford coming back.
2021-06-1451 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 6/7I talk about the past week. Spoiler alert: Ke’Bryan Hayes came back.
2021-06-0849 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 5/31Hear my take on what went well for the Pirates this past week and what didn’t go that well. I only spenc 20 secs on the infamous play.
2021-05-3126 minBucco Fever PodcastProjecting 2023: Phase OneI take a look at what the roster could look like in 2023. Lots of prospects coming up.
2021-05-2644 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 5/24/21Hear my week in review. It was a rough one. I also talk about how the Pirates can inject some life into the offense in the next year.
2021-05-2547 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 5/17Hear he talk about the last week for the Pirates and in their farm system. It was a rollercoaster week.
2021-05-1850 minBucco Fever PodcastMoving PiecesI break down the recent moves made by the Pirates and what future moves they will have to think about when guys are healthy.
2021-05-1446 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 5/9Hear my take on the happenings over the last week. Minor League highlights and analysis of moves.
2021-05-1053 minBucco Fever PodcastMinor League Preview: Bradenton MaraudersHear my take on the Bradenton Marauders. They’re really young and talented.
2021-05-051h 05Bucco Fever PodcastMinor League Preview: Greensboro GrasshoppersHear me break down the Greensboro roster. It is loaded.
2021-05-0454 minBucco Fever PodcastMinor League Preview:Altoona CurveHear my take and analysis of the Curve roster. It’s a good one.
2021-05-0448 minBucco Fever PodcastMinor League Preview: Indianapolis Indians AAAHear me break down the AAA roster for the Indy Indians. I take a look at who there is to get excited about.
2021-05-0335 min2021-05-0331 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 4/26/21I talk about the events of the last week. What went well and what may not have been so great.
2021-04-2731 minBucco Fever PodcastMoves GaloreThere were a ton of moves over the last few days. I go over them and what they might mean. I also throw in some quick trade talk.
2021-04-2434 minBucco Fever PodcastProjecting 2022 Phase 1In this episode, I take a crack at projecting a line-up for 2022. It’s a little murky and not the most exciting line-up, but I’ll come back to it periodically over the course of the season and tweak it.
2021-04-2244 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 4/19Here my take on the action from this past week. I’ll look at what went well and what didn’t.
2021-04-2037 minBucco Fever PodcastDraft TalkHear my take on who I think might be in the cards for the Pirates in this years draft. I also talk about having patience with Mitch Keller and CF.
2021-04-1637 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 4/11/21On this episode, I talk about what’s going well, Phillip Evans, and what is not, Alford, over the last week.
2021-04-1125 minBucco Fever PodcastFilling in the GapsThe Pirates have shown some holes on the Major League roster. I take a look at who they have who could be options to fill those holes moving forward.
2021-04-0948 minBucco Fever PodcastOpening Weekend ReviewWhat I thought went well. What I thought needs some work. Plus a surprising move was made 2 minute before I tried to publish.
2021-04-0532 minBucco Fever PodcastOpening Day Special w/guest Anthony DiFillippo from City of Bridges PodcastHear Anthony and I talk about Opening Day abs what we think could happen with the Pirates moving forward. Pretty fun talk.
2021-04-0252 minBucco Fever PodcastRegular Season PreviewThe roster has been more or less finalized. I give my take on how things panned out and where I think the Pirates are going this season.
2021-03-3140 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 3/28/21Here may take on the action from the past week, how the roster is shaping up, and the Todd Frazier situation.
2021-03-2838 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 13 DepthThis week on the show, I talk about how pitching depth is already paying off and look at a couple other positions that could use more depth.
2021-03-2543 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review: 3/21/21Hear my overview of what went well this past week and what isn’t going well.
2021-03-2225 minBucco Fever PodcastUnder the Radar: John O’ReillyHear me talk to prospect pitcher John O’Reilly. We talk about what it was like to go from undrafted in 2018 to a spectacular year in 2019 and then a complete shutdown in 2020. Really fun guy to talk to.
2021-03-1917 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 3/14Hear my takes on what went well this week and what didn’t go well. I’ll also talk about the logjam in the rotation and where the newly acquired guys fit.
2021-03-1534 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 9 The CloserListen to my take on a recent Pirates acquisition and who I think should get save opportunities and why.
2021-03-1131 minBucco Fever PodcastWeek in Review 3/7/21Hear my take on what I liked from the first week of games in Spring Training.
2021-03-0727 min
City of BridgesTalking Pirates with Charlie Franson From the Bucco Fever PodcastAnthony and Charlie discuss how the Pirates’ spring is going so far as well as the future of the team. Charlie’s Twitter: @FeverBucco Charlie’s Blog: buccofeverpodcast.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-03-0546 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 7 Why Should Anyone Care About the Pirates in 2021?The Pirates could have another bad season in 2021. Hear why I think people should care and some things to follow this year.
2021-03-0337 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 6: Prospect FeverHear my take on a recent Pirates acquisition and my Top Ten Prospects to start 2021.
2021-02-2546 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 5 Spring StorylinesHear my take on some things to watch during the spring for the Pirates. Position battles, trade talk, and more...
2021-02-2336 min2021-02-2122 minBucco Fever PodcastSeason Preview: InfieldHear my take on the infield for the Pirates and the acquisition of Todd Frazier. I also talk about some future moves that I feel could happen with this group and pitchers.
2021-02-2030 minBucco Fever PodcastEpisode 2: Pitchers and CatchersBaseball is here. Pitchers and catchers report this week. Listen to my thoughts on the pitching and catching situations for the Pirates as they stand right now and some possible moves they could make.
2021-02-1535 minBucco Fever PodcastState of the Buccos AddressMy first episode! I’ll give you a little history on me and my fandom. Then I’ll map out the last 30 years to where the Pirates are now and where the could go.
2021-02-121h 122021-02-1100 min
LAFCASTEpisode 36: Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlenecksWelcome back, Podience, to the kickoff of LAFCAST's 2011 "Summer Of Swing!" Franson is screamin' to go, along with Libby and Daniel. In this episode, the boys try to equate every group of pop-culture misfits with the Heroes in a Halfshell, whether it makes any sense or not, Franson tests the limits of people's tolerance for racism, Libby spews a fountain of ooze, the legitimacy of MC Hammer's lyrics are called into question, Daniel makes some sweet sweet Lorenzo music, we witness the beginning of Operation Faison Love, the boys test the potency of Turtle Weed (tm), Charlie Sheen is...
2011-05-281h 29