PITTSBURGH (93-7 The Fan) – Pittsburgh Pirates President Frank Coonelly checks in with Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan’s Vinnie & Cook.

He is pleased with how his team fared at the trade deadline, and explains how Wandy Rodriguez, Travis Snider, Gaby Sanchez, and Chad Qualls could make an impact.

Frank also discusses the balance between short-term impact and long-term value, and admits he embraces the higher expectations from Pirates fans this year.