Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates
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Ep 598: Can Derek Shelton lead the Pittsburgh Pirates back to the playoffs?
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates rebuild is over, but as the Pirates take stock of things for the future, will Derek Shelton be the Bucs manager when they are g...
Ep 597: The Pittsburgh Pirates plan for the offseason has a clear top priority
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates are moving into the next phase of building into a contender which means this offseason they must do a few things. It starts wit...
Ep 596: The Pittsburgh Pirates rebuild is over
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Kansas City Royals last night after the bats woke up late. The big topic for today is why the Pirates rebuild is over....
Ep 595: Johan Oviedo shuts out Kansas City Royals in Pittsburgh Pirates win
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Johan Oviedo accomplished something that is rare for the Pittsburgh Pirates and MLB. His complete game shutout of the Kansas City Royals shows why Ovi...
Ep 594: The Pittsburgh Pirates pitching staff has some questions that need answering
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pittsburgh Pirates Pitching Woes are largely self inflicted. How did the Pirates get here with Roansy Contreras and Luis Ortiz taking a step back and...
Ep 593: Oneil Cruz Hits Plateau In Rehab, Luis Ortiz Struggles, Pirates Look To Play Spoiler vs Cubs
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, host Ethan Smith talks about the stall in Oneil Cruz's rehab as he's dealing with left foot soreness. His return to action is in q...
Ep 592: Joshua Palacios Has Career Day, Pirates Win 11-1, Johan Oviedo's Importance, Henry Davis to IL
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith discusses the career evening from Joshua Palacios amidst a blowout victory of the St. Louis ...
Ep 591: Pirates Welcome Cardinals + Why A Series Win is Important + Skenes to AA? Last Chances for Young Players?
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another Gary Morgan Monday edition of Locked On Pirates.Host Ethan Smith and Gary discuss the upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardina...
Ep 590: Pirates Drop Series to Mets, But Improvements Are Being Seen, Top Prospects Performing Well & More!
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, host Ethan Smith discusses the series loss to the Mets but highlights the good play of some players in the series, including Liover P...
Ep 589: Paul Skenes Making Bradenton Debut, Most Suprising Young Players & Pittsburgh's Needs in 2024
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another episode of Locked On Pirates and boy, is host Ethan Smith excited.No. 1 overall selection Paul Skenes will pitch tonight at Sing...
Ep 588: Pittsburgh Pirates & Cincinnati Reds Meet for First Time Since April, Same Teams, Many New Faces
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's crossover edition of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith joins Jeff Carr & Steven Offenbaker of Locked On Reds to discuss the first series ...
Ep 587: Pirates Split Series w/ Braves, Thomas Hatch Impresses in Debut, Player of the Series & More
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's live edition of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith gives his reactions to the series split for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the NL-best ...
Ep 586: Pirates Light Up Strider & Braves + Worries About Mitch Keller? + 2022 vs. 2023 Up To This Point?
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is elated after the young Pittsburgh Pirates lit up Cy Young candidate Spencer Strider and t...
Ep 585: Pirates Split w/ Brewers, Prospects Continue to Develop & More w/ Gary Morgan
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Somehow, the Pittsburgh Pirates escaped their House of Horrors w/ a series split against the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend, a series that saw a b...
Ep 584: Ke'Bryan Hayes Returns, Pirates Lose to Tigers, Termarr Johnson Promoted & Weekend Series vs Brewers
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith discusses the return of Ke'Bryan Hayes to the lineup and what that means for Jared Triolo an...
Ep 583: Pittsburgh Pirates Trade Deadline Recap and Analysis
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Ethan Smith brings you a full recap and analysis of the Pittsburgh Pirates 2023 trade deadline moves as they became sellers, moving on from Carlo...
Ep 582: Pirates Defeat Phillies, Young Bucs Pushing Back, July in Review & Trade Deadline Updates
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith talks about the weekend series win for the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Philadelphia Phillies...
Ep 581: Carlos Santana Has Been Traded from the Pittsburgh Pirates to the Milwaukee Brewers
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded 1B Carlos Santana to the Milwaukee Brewers for 18-years SS Jhonny Severino in their first deal of the 2023 trade de...
Ep 580: Road Trip Of Firsts Ends for Pittsburgh Pirates + Roster Decisions w/ Hayes & Cruz Returns & More!
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith discusses the Pirates road trip which saw many firsts from young players and some wacky stat...
Ep 579: Shohei Ohtani Is A Los Angeles Angel For Now, But He Shouldn't Be By Next Week w/ Locked On MLB
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Ethan Smith heads over to Locked On MLB w/ Sully, HTown Wheelhouse and Brandon Werne to discuss Shohei Ohtani, his current situation w/ the LA An...
Ep 578: Pirates & Padres Preview! How Can Both Teams Enjoy The Rest of 2023 + Strategy Moving Forward?
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's second episode, host Ethan Smith crosses over w/ Javier Reyes of Locked On Padres to discuss the upcoming series between the Pirates and Pa...
Ep 577: Pittsburgh Pirates Trade Deadline Preview + Weekend Recap + Young Guys Pushing Back w/ Gary Morgan
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's first episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss the Pirates trade deadline strategy, one that will...
Ep 576: Pittsburgh Pirates Head West to Face The Shohei Ohtani Led LA Angels + The Kids Will Be Alright
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, host Ethan Smith is joined by Craig Toth to discuss the upcoming weekend series for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they face Shohei Oht...
Ep 575: Paul Skenes Inks Rookie Deal for Pittsburgh Pirates + Bryan Reynolds Struggles + Minor Leagues Updates
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith talks about the signing of top overall selection Paul Skenes, breaking the record for the hi...
Ep 574: The Pittsburgh Pirates Are the Definition of Insanity Offensively & There's No End In Sight
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fire Andy Haines. That's the only descriptor you need.Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first pu...
Ep 573: The Pittsburgh Pirates Youth Movement is in Full Swing!
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates officially announced on Sunday that Quinn Priester, Endy Rodriguez and Liover Peguero would all be making their way to the big ...
Ep 572: Pittsburgh Pirates 1st Half Report Card! MVP? Most Improved Player? Best Rookie? Expectations for 2nd Half!
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Craig Toth as he is every Thursday to discuss the first half of the Pittsburgh ...
Ep 571: A Look at Mitch Keller & David Bednar's First Halves + ASG Recap + July 12th Importance
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The All-Star Game has come and gone for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the second half of the MLB season is about ready to kick off.On today's episode of ...
Ep 570: More on Paul Skenes! Does He Develop A Fourth Pitch? Realistic ETA? Does He Pitch This Year? & MORE!
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Host Ethan Smith continues the hype train for Paul Skenes as Gary Morgan joins the show to discuss more on the top selection by the Pittsburgh Pirates...
BONUS CLIP: Why Paul Skenes was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates as the top choice of the MLB Draft
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Skenes was drafted No. 1 overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Locked On MLB Prospects host Lindsay Crosby is joined by Locked On Guardians host and...
Ep 569: Pittsburgh Pirates Draft LSU Starting Pitcher Paul Skenes No. 1 Overall in 2023 MLB Draft
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates had the No. 1 overall selection in the 2023 MLB Draft and selected LSU SP Paul Skenes despite weeks of smoke...
Ep 568: What Will the Pittsburgh Pirates & Washington Nationals Do on Draft Day Sunday?
08 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On a special crossover episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Ryan Clary of Locked On Nationals and Lindsay Crosby of Locked On M...
Ep 567: MLB Draft & Pittsburgh Pirates Number One Pick a Few Days Away... What Are Their Options?
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 First Year Player Draft is just a few days away and host Ethan Smith is hammering away at draft coverage for you.On today's show, Ethan bring...
Ep 566: Pittsburgh Pirates Room For Error is Gone, Cutch Has Special Moment w/ Fans & Game Two Preview
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates were once in first place in the NL Central and obviously, that is no longer the case. The Pirates sit 6.5 games back of the div...
Ep 565: Pittsburgh Pirates Win In Jared Triolo's Debut + Getting Healthy Of Upmost Importance & More!
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, host Ethan Smith brings on Craig Toth as he does every Thursday to discuss the Pirates first series win since June 11, with a chance ...
Ep 564: Nick Gonzales & Henry Davis Propel Pittsburgh Pirates Tuesday, Pitching Keeping Team Afloat & More!
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith discusses the Tuesday night victory for the Pittsburgh Pirates that saw the offensive explos...
Ep 563: Is the Pittsburgh Pirates Offense Doomed? The "Group Project" Method & More w/ Gary Morgan
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost another series in the month of June, this time to the Miami Marlins. Despite excellent starting pitching, the Pirates mana...
Ep 562: Nick Gonzales Gets Call-Up + Pittsburgh Pirates Lose Tenth Straight Game + Mailbag Friday
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith breaks down the call-up of 2020 No. 7 overall pick Nick Gonzales, who just so happened to be...
Ep 561: Pittsburgh Pirates City Connects Are Here + Miami Marlins Series Preview!
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates officially unveiled their Nike City Connect Jersey on Thursday, featuring some thoughtful nods to the Steel City with a sleek g...
Ep 560: A Message to Andy Haines + Pirates Drop to 4th in NL Central + One Thought For Rest of Season
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, host Ethan Smith sends a direct message to hitting coach Andy Haines amidst the Pirates worst offensive stretch and an eight-game ...
Ep 559: More Henry Davis Call-Up Reaction, Pitching Call-Up Mayhem, 2023 MLB Draft Talk w/ Lindsay Crosby
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Locked On MLB Prospects Host Lindsay Crosby to discuss the Henry Davis call-up ...
Ep 558: Impact of Henry Davis Call-Up + How Pittsburgh Can Right the Ship + Cubs Series Preview
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan as he is every Monday and there is a ton to talk about.First, Ethan shared his reactions to the Henry Davis call-...
Pittsburgh Pirates Call Up 2021 Number One Overall Pick Henry Davis
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Henry Davis, the number one overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, is here. What impact can he make for this struggling offense? Domino effect of the mov...
Ep 557: Pittsburgh Pirates In Trouble After Dropping First Two Games to Cubs? w/ Craig Toth
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Craig Toth to discuss, well, whatever is happening to this Pittsburgh Pirates t...
Ep 556: Pirates Play Cubs For First Time, NL Central Gauntlet Begins, Osvaldo Bido Call-Up & More!
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for the NL Central gauntlet to begin.The Pittsburgh Pirates head to Chicago to face the Cubs at Wrigley Field for the first time this season...
Ep 555: Cutch Hits 2000 + Pirates Defeat Mets + Nine Straight NL Central Games & More!
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's a busy Monday here on the Locked On Pirates Podcast as host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss a milestone filled weekend for the Pi...
Ep 554: Pittsburgh Welcomes Reeling Mets, Starting Pitching Worries + Mailbag Friday
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith highlights the upcoming three-game series against a reeling New York Mets team, a welcome ma...
Ep 553: How Does Pittsburgh Bounce Back From Series Loss to A's? NL Central Overview & Endy/Davis Duo in AAA
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost a series to the MLB worst Oakland A's to start the week, snapping their six-game winning streak. Host Ethan Smith & Craig ...
The Pittsburgh Pirates Take Over First Place By Themselves
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The NL Central has a new team on top. The Pirates came from behind to top Oakland. That mixed with a Reds shutout of Milwaukee has put KeBryan Hayes a...
Ep 551: Pittsburgh Pirates Enter Crucial Stretch, June Needs to Be a Positive & Mailbag Friday
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates as they head into a June stretch that will arguably be thei...
Ep 550: Pittsburgh Pirates Welcome St. Louis Cardinals to Begin June w/ JD Hafron
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pittsburgh had a month of May that they want to forget, but they salvaged a plus-.500 month with a series victory over the San Francisco Giants. Now, ...