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"Could MLB Force the Pirates to Spend $180 Million?" is an episode of North Shore Nine: A Pittsburgh Pirates Podcast. Runtime 1 hr 15 min. Published November 5, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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Could MLB's latest labor proposal finally force the Pittsburgh Pirates to spend? With a proposed $180 million salary floor and major changes to baseball's financial structure, we break down what it could mean for Bob Nutting, Ben Cherington, and the future of the organization.
Jason Mackey of MLB.com joins us for the first 15 minutes to discuss his recent trip to Bradenton for the Pirates' Forge development camp. We'll talk about what he learned, which prospects stood out, and what it all means for Pittsburgh's future.
Plus, we'll discuss the Pirates' early offseason moves, Brandon Lowe's free agency, potential roster additions, and introduce the brand-new NS9 Arcade, where Pirates fans can compete in daily games and challenges!
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