Episode 252 - Mailbag Episode ft. Alex Stumpf

This week on The Alex Stumpf Show, we’re diving deep into a Pirates offseason mailbag episode where we answer your questions about the future of the Pittsburgh Pirates, potential roster moves, trade rumors, and whether this front office is finally ready to change the narrative. Joined by MLB.com Pirates beat writer Alex Stumpf, we break down everything fans are debating as the hot stove heats up. ⚾🔥

🏴‍☠️ WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE 🏴‍☠️

📩 Pirates Mailbag – Your Questions Answered

We tackle fan-submitted questions covering every angle of the Pirates’ offseason strategy, from free agency to blockbuster trades and long-term roster construction.

🌏 International Market Breakdown

What would it actually take for the Pirates to land Munetaka Murakami or Kazuma Okamoto? We discuss posting fees, contract expectations, competition from big-market teams, and whether Pittsburgh is realistically positioned to make a splash in the international market.

🔁 Brandon Lowe Trade Rumors

The Pirates continue to be linked to Brandon Lowe, and we break down why the fit makes sense, what the Rays might ask for in return, and whether Pittsburgh has the prospect capital to get a deal done without hurting the future.

💣 Power Bat Targets

We discuss affordable power options like Ryan O’Hearn and evaluate the market surrounding Eugenio Suárez. What kind of production can these bats realistically provide, and do they move the needle for a Pirates lineup desperate for power?

🧠 Free Agency vs Trades – How Do the Pirates Change the Narrative?

Can the Pirates finally flip the script by signing a legitimate free agent, or does improvement need to come via trade? We talk payroll, risk tolerance, and what “aggressive” actually looks like for this front office.

🔥 Mitch Keller Trade Rumors – Fact or Fiction?

One of the biggest questions of the offseason: Will the Pirates trade Mitch Keller? We dive into the rumors, evaluate his value, and explain why we believe Keller will continue to be a key part of the Pirates rotation moving forward.

🎙️ WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH

If you’re a Pirates fan, an MLB offseason junkie, or someone who wants real insight instead of surface-level hot takes, this episode is for you. With expert analysis, realistic expectations, and behind-the-scenes context, this mailbag episode lays out what Pittsburgh can do — and what they should do — this offseason.

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