Jim and Anthony Murphy are back on Bucs on Deck to break down one of the more intriguing young bats in the Pirates system: Axiel Plaz. They dig into what makes his power so real, why his defensive development behind the plate matters so much, and how his hot start in Greensboro is putting him back on the radar as a legit catching prospect in the organization.

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Bubba Chandler looked like a big leaguer, Oneil Cruz delivered the swing that changed the game, and the Pirates took care of business in a 5-1 win over the Rays. Tyler and Jim break down Bubba’s command and poise, Cruz’s go-ahead homer, Brandon Lowe’s late insurance, and a lineup that keeps finding different ways to produce. The vibes were high at PNC Park with fireworks, City Connects, and a team that’s starting to look legit.

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Konnor Griffin had a rough moment in Thursday’s loss, but Alex’s big takeaway was how well the young infielder handled it. After a costly error, Griffin didn’t hang his head — he answered with a triple, an infield hit, and the kind of steady mindset that suggests he’ll be just fine as he keeps learning at the major league level.

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