Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates
761 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 74 ratingsLocked On Pirates podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Ethan Smith, a writer for Inside the Bucs, the Locked On Pirates podcast provides your daily Pirates fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pirates franchise. Locked On Pirates takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pirates locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Pirates podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Recapping the month of April for the Pittsburgh Pirates
April 29, 2024 14:30 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith and Monday guest Gary Morgan take a look at the month of April, a month that arguably saw the Pirates at their absolute best and their absolute worst. What's going right? What's going wrong? What over-arching story was told? All of that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Get all your Mother’s Day gifts, all in one place and get 50% off your next order, up to $15 when ...
Who's stock is up and who's is down for the Pittsburgh Pirates?
April 25, 2024 15:30 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBThe Pirates are 25 games into the '24 season, and although we cannot make final decisions on players right now, we can ask ourselves if their stock is up or down. Host Ethan Smith is joined by an old friend of the show Craig Toth to discuss this topic, as they go player by player discussing if their stock is on the rise or if its time to worry a bit on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash Get all your Mother’s Day gifts, all in one place ...
Pittsburgh Pirates defeat the Brewers again as starting pitching continues to be efficient
April 24, 2024 13:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIt's Wednesday and happy hump day! On today's episode, host Ethan Smith discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates victory over the Brewers on Tuesday evening, their second straight win over the Brew Crew. Bailey Falter had quite the evening, continuing a string of dominance from starting pitching that many of us didn't expect. The starting pitching highlights the top of the show and Ethan discusses why he thinks it can continue to be efficient. Also, Andrew McCutchen homered to begin the game for ...
Jared Jones continues to make history for the Pittsburgh Pirates
April 23, 2024 14:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIt's Tuesday, and that means another episode of Locked On Pirates. On today's show, the Pittsburgh Pirates finally got back in the win column, snapping their six-game losing streak with a 4-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, led by Jared Jones, who just continues to make history with each start he makes. Is Jones setting the bar for the rest of the Pirates young pitchers and can he continue to be strong as the season progresses? Also, the offense, which has had it struggles as of late, had ...
The Pittsburgh Pirates are flat out embarrassing right now
April 22, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates. It's Monday, so host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan, discussing whatever it is that we watched over the past week, as the Pittsburgh Pirates just flat out look like an embarrassing baseball team right now. After a hot start, everything has gone south for the most part, so Ethan and Gary share their rational thoughts on what they're seeing, what's going wrong, how the Pirates can flip the script back in their favor and many other topics surrounding...
Paul Skenes continues to dominate to begin his professional career
April 19, 2024 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBHappy Friday and welcome back to the Locked On Pirates podcast. On today's show, host Ethan Smith highlights Paul Skenes, who has had an electric start at AAA Indianapolis. How should Skenes continue as the season progresses? When can we expect a call-up? And more. Also, Quinn Priester, who has also had quite the start in AAA, moves up to make his 2024 debut, replacing Marco Gonzales. What has Priester done well in the minors thus far? What should we expect tonight? And more. Finally, ...
Could Jared Jones be in the Rookie of the Year conversation for the Pittsburgh Pirates?
April 17, 2024 15:30 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates on this awesome Wednesday! The Pirates took another loss at the hands of the Mets last night, their first series loss of the year. Despite the loss, Jared Jones once again impressed, showcasing everything he has to offer through his first four starts. He was taken out due to a predetermined pitch count, but for Jones, could he place himself in the NL Rookie of the Year conversation? Also, the bats have gone quiet in the Mets series thus far, and after the ...
The called third strikes have to stop for the Pittsburgh Pirates
April 16, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIt's Tuesday, welcome back to Locked On Pirates! Host Ethan Smith discusses a major thorn in the Pirates side right now, and that's the called third strike. Although the offensive approach has allowed the Pirates to see a ton of pitches, thus getting more opportunities, the downfalls of that approach can ruin it all. Ethan discusses the offense in depth today as well as some of the back-end bullpen issues we've seen over the past week, while also looking at the second game tonight in Flushi...
Buying or selling on top Pittsburgh Pirates storylines, trends and more
April 15, 2024 15:30 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIt's Monday, and you know what that means. Host Ethan Smith is joined by Steel City Pirates own Gary Morgan to discuss the top storylines, trends and more from the Pittsburgh Pirates and why you should either buy on the good, sell on the good, buy on the bad or sell on the bad. All of that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Policygenius Check life insurance off your to do list in no time with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/lo...
Examining the Pirates & Phillies starts w/ Locked On Phillies host Connor Thomas
April 12, 2024 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBHost Ethan Smith joins Locked On Phillies host Connor Thomas to discuss each team's start to the season, the PA rivalry and the remainder of the four game set over the weekend on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Policygenius Check life insurance off your to do list in no time with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/lockedonmlb to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save. Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our...
Is the Pittsburgh Pirates approach at the plate sustainable?
April 11, 2024 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBHello folks and welcome back to Locked On Pirates. On today's show, host Ethan Smith begins his Thursday Pirates discussion by highlighting the approach we've seen offensively from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Is it a sustainable approach? How have they implemented the approach well enough to see continued success? And more. Also, Jared Jones goes to the hill for his third start on the young season, and he's impressed thus far. What is Jones doing right, can he keep it up and what challenges...
Do the Pittsburgh Pirates currently have a David Bednar problem?
April 10, 2024 17:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBHappy Wednesday and welcome back. Host Ethan Smith discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates David Bednar problem on today's show, highlighting his early struggles this season. Will it continue to be an issue moving forward? How can the bullpen restructure to get him back on track? Also, starting pitching was the talk of the off-season for the Pirates, but through 12 games, the rotation has performed quite well for the most part. What has gone right? Why the outside acquisitions have shined? Fina...
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the O's over the weekend + Positives & Negative Through 1st 10 Games
April 08, 2024 14:30 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBIt's Monday and you know what that means, host Ethan Smith & Gary Morgan are discussing Pirates baseball, and man is it fun right now. The Pirates defeated the Baltimore Orioles over the weekend, winning two of three on two walk offs against a potential World Series contender. Why does it matter that the Pirates won this series and how can they continue their winning ways? Also, we're ten games in and the Pirates are 8-2, what have been the positives and negatives that we've seen from the ...
April 4 Live Pittsburgh Pirates Q&A Show
April 04, 2024 20:05 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBHost Ethan Smith is live as yinz ask questions and Ethan answers them as he's dropped down in Pittsburgh on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Robinhood Robinhood has the only IRA that gives you a 3% boost on every dollar you contribute when you subscribe to Robinhood Gold. Now through April 30th, Robinhood is even boosting every single dollar you transfer in from other retirement accounts with a 3% match. Available to U.S. customers in good stand...
Mitch Keller rebound? Joey Bart acquisition, Pirates v Nats game two & more!
April 03, 2024 16:30 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBHappy Wednesday and welcome back! On today's show, host Ethan Smith discusses Mitch Keller and the hopes that he has a rebound start after an Opening Day he'd like to forget. What can he do this time around to have a better outing against the Nats? Also, the Pirates acquired catcher Joey Bart from the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night as Jason Delay heads to the IL and Yasmani Grandal's progression has slowed. What are the Pirates getting in Joey Bart and what does it mean for the catc...
The Pittsburgh Pirates just keep winning baseball games to start 2024
April 02, 2024 17:15 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIts the first off day for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2024, and host Ethan Smith discusses the Buccos 5th win on the season, securing their first 5-0 start since 1983. Why do the Pirates just keep winning? What are they doing right? Is Derek Shelton pushing all the right buttons so far? Ethan discusses on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Robinhood Robinhood has the only IRA that gives you a 3% boost on every dollar you contribute when you subscr...
Pittsburgh Pirates sweep Miami Marlins to begin 2024! Thoughts, takeaways and more
April 01, 2024 15:30 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBOn today's Monday, April 1, 2024 episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss the perfect start to the Pirates 2024 campaign as they swept the Marlins in a four game series to begin the season. Ethan and Gary share their thoughts and takeaways from the series, what they learned, what they liked, what they didn't like, and more. Also, the duo looks ahead to the Pirates upcoming three game set versus the Washington Nationals. Support Us By Supporting ...
Martin Perez Pittsburgh Pirates debut day + more Opening Day thoughts
March 29, 2024 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBWhat's up everyone! Host Ethan Smith is back today after a crazy Opening Day thriller for Pittsburgh versus the Miami Marlins. The Pirates enter game two of the series coming off the extra innings victory, and today we get our first look at offseason acquisition Martin Perez as he'll make his Pirates debut today. What can expect from Perez today versus the Marlins? Also, Ethan shares some more of his thoughts from the Opening Day win, some that he highlighted on the live show on Thursday n...
Opening Day Reaction: Pirates win 6-5 over Marlins in 12 inning thriller
March 29, 2024 01:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBHost Ethan Smith is here to give his instant reaction to the Pittsburgh Pirates 12 inning victory over the Miami Marlins on Opening Day to kick off the 2024 season. Ethan talks the good, the bad and everything in between from this one on this live edition of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Fire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a constant supply of the latest videos from your favorite sports brands, all for free. That includes all o...
Opening Day is here! Pirates v Marlins preview! Pitching matchups, lineups & more!
March 28, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB2024 MLB Opening Day is officially here, and Locked On Pirates host Ethan Smith and Locked On Marlins host Peter Pratt are here for your Pittsburgh Pirates v Miami Marlins preview! First, the duo discusses each team's offseason and how they got here. After, they discuss the expected pitching matchups in the series, highlighted by left-handed pitching and today's pitching matchup of aces between Mitch Keller & Jesus Luzardo. Finally, Ethan and Peter take on predictions on who could start t...
Michael McKenry on Henry Davis entering 2024 as Pirates full-time starting catcher
March 27, 2024 20:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBFolks, Ethan Smith is having a blast for Opening Day week, and on today's second Wednesday episode, Ethan is joined by former Pittsburgh Pirates catcher and current broadcast team member Michael McKenry with Opening Day approaching tomorrow. Ethan starts by asking Michael on his thoughts about Henry Davis entering his first campaign as the full-time catcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates and what he's seen from Davis in the offseason and in spring that could show optimism for the former first ...
Best bets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2024 from FanDuel & PrizePicks
March 27, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOpening Day is tomorrow, and host Ethan Smith is sharing some of his best bets heading into the 2024 campaign for the Pittsburgh Pirates! Oneil Cruz over on his home run total? How about Mitch Keller on strikeouts? David Bednar over on saves? Ethan also shares his best opening day bets, highlighting bets from FanDuel Sportsbook and PrizePicks! Remember to bet responsibly. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Fire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a cons...
Breaking down and reacting to the Pittsburgh Pirates Opening Day roster decisions
March 26, 2024 17:30 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBDerek Shelton and Co. released the Opening Day roster on Monday, and host Ethan Smith has some thoughts about it. Obviously IL stints, be them short and long, impacted some decisions here, but the Pirates did some good things and some that Ethan hesitates to say are good ideas, but he breaks down the entire Opening Day roster on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Fire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a constant supp...
Preview & Predictions for the 2024 MLB Season! Award winners, playoff teams & more
March 25, 2024 16:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIt's officially Opening Day week, and host Ethan Smith is kicking off the first of three preview and predictions show on Monday. Gary Morgan joins as he does every Monday as the duo previews the upcoming season, which players will lead the way statistically in both leagues, which teams will surprise and which will be letdowns, their playoff and World Series picks and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon Fire TV Fire TV recently created Fire TV Channels to deliver a consta...
Mailbag Friday! Pirates outfield makeup, starting rotation talk & more!
March 22, 2024 19:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBIt's a Mailbag Friday and Ethan Smith is answering all of your questions on today's episode of Locked On Pirates! How will the outfield look w/ the addition of Michael A. Taylor? What's the starting rotation going to look like day one? How about the distance of Oneil Cruz's longest homer this year? All of that and more on today's episode! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 for just trying Ibotta by using code LOCKEDONMLB. Just g...
MLB SEASON PREVIEW: Will the Brewers, Cubs, Reds, Pirates or Cardinals win the NL Central?
March 21, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThe 2024 MLB Season is here and Locked On has the most comprehensive MLB Season preview for you. Who wins each division? You’ll hear from every MLB host on our network debating who take the top spots in the AL East, AL Central, AL West, NL East, NL Central and NL West. Will we see the Baltimore Orioles, the Minnesota Twin, the Houston Astros, the Atlanta Braves, the Milwaukee Brewers, and the Los Angeles Dodgers repeat their 2023 success? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Righ...
How the biggest Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training questions have played out
March 20, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBFolks, we're just over a week away from regular season baseball, and with Spring Training nearing a close, host Ethan Smith takes a look at our biggest questions entering the preseason and how those questions and storylines have played out. What are the positives? What are the negatives? And more. Spring News & Notes follows, with injury news, a game today against the Yankees, a look at the remaining spring schedule and so much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right...
Oneil Cruz just keeps hitting baseballs for the Pittsburgh Pirates
March 19, 2024 16:30 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith has been ecstatic about the play he's seen from Oneil Cruz thus far in Spring. Cruz being healthy is a major plus for the Pirates lineup, so can his strong Spring play translate to the regular season and just how good can Cruz be? Also, Andrew McCutchen is entering his 16th season of MLB in his career in 2024 and has plenty of milestones to reach. What are those milestones? When can we expect he reaches them? And more. Finally, Eth...
Pittsburgh Pirates add Michael A. Taylor & Domingo German
March 18, 2024 15:30 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBTwo more Monday's to go before Opening Day folks! On today's show, host Ethan Smith, joined by Gary Morgan, discuss a busy weekend for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they added outfielder Michael A. Taylor and starting pitcher Domingo German. Ethan and Gary discuss the acquisitions and how they'll contribute to the team heading into the regular season. Also, Jared Jones has had a phenomenal spring training and is making a strong case to make the Opening Day roster. The biggest question is shou...
Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Breakout Day! What to expect, lineups, pitchers & more
March 14, 2024 19:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBIt's Thursday, March 14, and that means it's Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Breakout Day, as the Pirates top prospects take on the Orioles top prospects tonight! Host Ethan Smith spoke about the game last week, but now we have more news about a potential lineup, some pitchers who will and will not be competing in the matchup and more. Also, Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, along with some other viable starting pitchers, are still free agents with two weeks remaining until Opening Day(excludi...
What are the Pittsburgh Pirates strengths & weaknesses heading into 2024?
March 13, 2024 18:30 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBAs the regular season inches closer and closer, we allow ourselves to paint a better picture of the version of the Pittsburgh Pirates we will see in the upcoming year. Host Ethan Smith is doing just that today, as he highlights the appeared strengths and weaknesses of the Pittsburgh Pirates and how each could swing the tide on how the season goes for the Buccos in 2024. Also, Ethan wraps up the "Know Your Enemy" short series today by discussing the St. Louis Cardinals, who will be lookin...
Do the 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates have any first time All-Stars on their roster?
March 12, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBOver the past couple seasons for the Pittsburgh Pirates, it's been about creating a new core to get back to competitive baseball. Entering 2024, it appears that core is growing, and host Ethan Smith highlights some first time All-Star candidates on the Pirates roster and how each could get into the mid-summer classic as well as their importance to the team as a whole. Also, Ethan heads over to Milwaukee in "Know Your Enemy", discussing the Brewers off-season and what the Pirates should com...
What do the Pittsburgh Pirates do with the final two starting rotation spots?
March 08, 2024 20:30 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's Friday,March 8, and on today's episode, host Ethan Smith is discussing Spring's biggest battle and what the Pirates are going to with the final two spots in the starting rotation. There are plenty of candidates and players who could make a real impact in the rotation, and outside of the usuals we mention, the Pirates have done well to give themselves depth options as well. Who has the edge right now? Who ultimately slots in? Also, Ethan takes a look at the Chicago Cubs in "Know Your ...
Pittsburgh Pirates announce first Spring Breakout Game roster featuring their top prospects
March 07, 2024 19:30 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIt's Thursday, and today the Pittsburgh Pirates officially announced their Spring Breakout game roster, the first of its kind for MLB as Pittsburgh will face off with Baltimore in a battle of top prospects from both rosters. Host Ethan Smith looks over the lineup and the importance of the game becoming a staple for MLB moving forward to get eyeballs on the game's top, young talent. Also, we begin taking a look at the other teams in the NL Central in "Know Your Enemy", beginning with the ...
Is a power surge in store for the 2024 Pittsburgh Pirates?
March 06, 2024 18:30 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBHost Ethan Smith's excitement continues to grow as Opening Day draws closer, and right now, Spring is in full swing, and the Pirates have been hitting homers left and right. Could a power surge be on the way for the Buccos in 2024? Also, of the Pirates off-season acquisitions, who will make the most impact on the roster and how will each impact the team? Finally, Ethan gives you some Spring News & Notes. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Meals Head to FactorMeals.com/locke...
Paul Skenes to begin 2024 season in the minor leagues for the Pittsburgh Pirates
March 05, 2024 19:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBToday's episode of Locked On Pirates is highlighting Paul Skenes, as host Ethan Smith discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates decision to start Skenes in the minor leagues in 2024. Skenes will reportedly remain at big league camp for the near future, so what does his outlook in the minors look like and could he debut in 2024 at the big league level? Also, MLB Pipeline officially released their top-30 prospects list for the Pirates on Tuesday, seeing some high risers and some fallers. Ethan takes a...
Mailbag Monday! Jared Jones + Pirates NRIs + Spring Surprises & More
March 04, 2024 16:30 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBIt's a Mailbag Monday instead of a Mailbag Friday this week on Locked On Pirates as host Ethan Smith and usual Monday guest Gary Morgan answer your questions from last week! When does Jared Jones arrive in Pittsburgh? Which NRI's have the best shot to crack the roster? What are some surprises from what we've seen early on from Spring Training? Who are some breakout candidates? AND MORE on today's episode. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Meals Head to FactorMeals.com/lockedo...
Live! Paul Skenes makes Spring Training debut v Baltimore Orioles
February 29, 2024 18:45 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBHost Ethan Smith is live with you on this fine Thursday giving an instant reaction and analysis to Paul Skenes spring debut against the Baltimore Orioles. Ethan will also discuss the other happenings of the game and more on a live edition of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items onl...
Which Pittsburgh Pirates prospects could impress the most in 2024?
February 29, 2024 17:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBThe 2024 Player Preview Series officially concludes today as host Ethan Smith takes a look at the entire farm system for the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighting players you already know of such as Paul Skenes and Termarr Johnson, and others who could be risers through the system and surprise many this season. Also, Ethan takes a look at the Pirates spring training game against the Tigers on Wednesday and previews Paul Skenes spring debut vs the O's on Thursday in Spring Training news and note...
Jack Suwinski Breakout? Who wins the right field job? Tuesday Pirates spring notes & more
February 28, 2024 17:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIt's the second to last 2024 Player Preview Series episode, and on today's show, host Ethan Smith is discussing Jack Suwinski and his potential to breakout in '24, the adjustments and improvements needed for him to take the next step and more. Also, right field currently doesn't have a clear cut answer as to who will start the season there. Is it Edward Olivares? Joshua Palacios? Connor Joe? Maybe even Canaan Smith-Njigba? Ethan discusses the right field battle and who the favorite is. F...
Termarr Johnson Shines + Other Early Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training Thoughts
February 27, 2024 16:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan on Tuesday, and the duo discusses some early Spring Training thoughts from the Pittsburgh Pirates, including Termarr Johnson's big Monday, Roansy Contreras and his spring debut and so much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. ...
Mailbag: Who's next for an extension? Olivares breakout? Rotation questions? AND MORE
February 23, 2024 15:09 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBOn today's episode, host Ethan Smith heads to the Mailbag to answer all your questions, ranging from who's next in line for an extension, a potential Edward Olivares breakout year, second base questions, rotation questions, the Grandal and Davis plan and more! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Backblaze Receive a fully-featured no risk free trial at Backblaze.com/lockedonmlb. Go there, play with it, start protecting yourself from potential bad times! eBay Motors With all the parts...
Mitch Keller & Pittsburgh Pirates agree to 5-year extension
February 22, 2024 17:57 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBHost Ethan Smith goes live on Youtube to discuss Mitch Keller & the Pittsburgh Pirates agreeing to a five-year contract extension on Thursday morning, locking up their ace for the next half decade. Ethan gives his instant reaction to the extension, what it means for the Pirates moving forward, how the pitching staff comes together much more nicely knowing Keller is here long-term, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Backblaze Receive a fully-featured no risk free trial at Ba...
After a drama-free offseason, is Bryan Reynolds poised for another big year for Pittsburgh?
February 21, 2024 16:10 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBFinally, Pirates fans, and Bryan Reynolds, had a drama-free offseason without constant trade speculation surrounding the Pirates star outfielder. Now locked up long-term, today's 2024 Player Preview Series show highlights Reynolds, as host Ethan Smith discusses his 2023 campaign, what he did well, why a stress, drama free offseason will likely result in improved play from Reynolds and why Reynolds could be in store for a strong season as the Pirates have playoff aspirations. You could argu...
After a Gold Glove campaign, can Ke'Bryan Hayes continue his rise as a star player?
February 19, 2024 15:54 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBKe'Bryan Hayes is our next highlighted player in the 2024 Player Preview Series, and after a Gold Glove campaign last season and some flashes of offensive prowess, 2024 has the makings of being a benchmark year for Hayes. After the final two months of the season showed Hayes can hit consistently, can he expand on that performance and become a consistent two-way player, and not only a consistent one, but one of baseball's best? Also, is the Gold Glove Award bound to see another long tenure ...
Oneil Cruz is back for 2024, so how does he take the step to stardom for the Pittsburgh Pirates?
February 16, 2024 18:50 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIn what will arguably be my favorite 2024 Player Preview Series episode, host Ethan Smith discusses everyone's favorite 6-foot-7 shortstop, Oneil Cruz. Sadly, 2023 was a lost campaign for Cruz, a campaign in which we expected to be able to answer a ton of questions about Pittsburgh's next potential star. Going into the season 100-percent healthy, Cruz will have his first opportunity for a full campaign. Can he stick at shortstop defensively? Does his bat take the next step? Can he be a pot...
The options are there at second base for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but who takes the job?
February 15, 2024 15:53 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB2024 Player Preview Series episodes have been fun as the season inches closer and closer. On today's show, host Ethan Smith talks about one of his favorite off-season topics, the second base position battle that awaits in Spring and throughout the season. The options are there for the Pirates, they include Liover Peguero, Nick Gonzales, Ji-hwan Bae and Jared Triolo. How important will each of their Spring performances dictate the Pirates decision? Why the Pirates must give longer stints to...
Live! Pitchers and catchers report day! + general Pirates chatting
February 14, 2024 16:25 - 49 minutes - 45 MBPitchers and catchers report to Bradenton, Florida today and host Ethan Smith is going live to talk about baseball being back, his trip to PNC in April, what to look for in Spring and just chatting Pirates baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can Rowdy Tellez regain his 2022 form + who platoons w/ him at first base for the Pirates?
February 13, 2024 15:53 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThe 2024 Player Preview Series has been an absolute blast and I hope you're all enjoying it thus far. Today, host Ethan Smith discusses another off-season addition, discussing Rowdy Tellez and the impact he has on the first base position for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Can he be a 20-plus home run player again? With defensive worries, who platoons alongside him to sure up the position? How does he effect the first base position overall and can he be a plus-player in 2024? Ethan discusses on t...
Breaking down the Pittsburgh Pirates signing of Yasmani Grandal and more
February 12, 2024 15:57 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss the signing of Yasmani Grandal, what it means for the Pirates catching room, what his role and expectations should be, and more. Also, the duo discusses Jason Delay and the other options the Pirates have available at the catching position and why having these options could take some pressure off Henry Davis. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the pr...