On today's episode, host Ethan Smith details the improvements in the starting pitching staff from April to May thus far and why it's important for the team's success. Also, Cole Tucker made an interesting decision on Monday and could be moving away from being a switch hitter, but will it work out for him or are we seeing the beginning of the end for Cole Tucker in Pittsburgh? Finally, the Pirates look to seal a series win against baseball's best team and the keys to victory are pretty simple.

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