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Podcast discussion looks at promising start for Pirates

Ben Majcher and William Thurman
April 27, 2026
Design by Paige Crawley
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.
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The Pirates have started the season hot, winning with a combination of a solid rotation and an improved lineup offensively. 

In this podcast, Ben Majcher and William Thurman discuss the sustainability of the Pirates’ early-season start, as well as what needs to be improved.             

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About the Contributors
Ben Majcher
Ben Majcher, Sports Editor
Sports Editor Ben Majcher is a senior and a third-year member of the Purbalite. He can be found watching the Pirates or on a fantasy sports app.
William Thurman
William Thurman, Multimedia Editor
Multimedia Editor William Thurman is senior in his second year on the Purbalite staff. He can be found listening to music, watching movies, and studying politics and government.
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