Starbucs: Paul Skenes Named Pittsburgh Pirates Opening Day Starter + More Payroll Drama

Paul Skenes is officially the Pirates’ Opening Day starter. What does this mean for the rotation, Mitch Keller, and the team’s overall direction? Plus, Travis Williams spoke about payroll and investments in PNC Park—should Pirates fans actually believe anything will change? We also sit down with Anthony Murphy to break down the Spring Breakout game and what he saw from Bubba Chandler and other Pirates prospects in Bradenton and Pirate City. Plus, we dive into Jack Suwinski’s adjustments, the latest Opening Day roster decisions, and more from Pirates Spring Training. Topics Covered: Paul Skenes gets the Opening Day start Travis Williams talks payroll, revenues, and expenses – what’s the real takeaway? Spring Breakout standouts – Anthony Murphy joins to discuss Bubba Chandler and more Is Jack Suwinski back? Final Opening Day roster decisions – surprises still to come? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Do you believe the Pirates will actually spend? How do you feel about Skenes leading the rotation? Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.