Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason does not think the Pirates would part with Seth Hernandez in a deal even if it involved Mason Miller. He doesn’t think the Padres will move Miller. Which prospects would be on the table if the Pirates are buying at the deadline? Jason does not see a trade involving Oneil Cruz happening. Jason said he would trade Cruz for Miller straight up, but made it clear that it won’t happen. Jason likes the idea of trading for multiple relievers instead of a big dog like Miller, which also wouldn’t require the movement of their own stars. Jason thinks pretty much every prospect outside of Hernandez should be on the table. What would a potential extension for Esmerlyn Valdez look like? We reacted to a trade that was made during the call, which was the Pirates acquiring a former 1st round pick. Jason doesn’t think the Pirates trade for a starting pitcher. A few other quick questions regarding the trade deadline.
