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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Examining My 2021 MLB Fantasy Team; Who Will Be Opening Day Starter for Pittsburgh?
March 15, 2021 19:40 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates everyone! On today's episode, Ethan Smith examines his 2021 Locked On MLB fantasy baseball roster for the upcoming season and why he was upset with some of his picks and not getting one player in particular while also highlighting other rosters as well. Following that, Ethan dwells into another unknown question, who is going to be the Pittsburgh Pirates Opening Day starter when the Pirates head to Wrigley Field to begin the season against the Cubs? All tha...
Pittsburgh Pirates Acquire Trevor Cahill, Anthony Alford Cementing CF Spot and More!
March 12, 2021 18:25 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates! Host Ethan Smith is back after yesterday's 150th episode as he runs over the Trevor Cahill acquisition and where he fits into the pitching staff as well as highlighting the impressive play from Anthony Alford so far in Spring Training and why he will probably be the Buccos starting center fielder. All that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a pro...
Haters Guide to the 2021 MLB Season and Pirates Talk w/ UrinatingTree
March 11, 2021 22:12 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBWelcome to Episode 150 of Locked On Pirates. Today, host Ethan Smith is joined by Youtube personality and major Pittsburgh sports fan UrinatingTree as they talk about the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Hater's Guide to the 2021 MLB Season! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON20,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. There is only 1 place tha...
Pittsburgh Pirates Nearly No Hit Braves Live Reaction; Offense Clicking on All Cylinders; Fun Season Ahead
March 09, 2021 21:23 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBThe Pittsburgh Pirates were one out away from a seven-pitcher no hitter against the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday and host Ethan Smith gives his live reaction while also hinting that the season may have some more action then expected if the offense can keep pace like it has in Spring Training and if the pitching staff can continue to improve. Also, Thursday's episode will have a special guest on Episode 150 of Locked On Pirates! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your...
Locked On Pirates Official 2021 MLB Predictions Show!
March 08, 2021 21:31 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBWith Spring Training well underway and Opening Day looming on the horizon, host Ethan Smith is ready to give his official 2021 MLB predictions for the 2021 season! Who wins ROTY in each league? Cy Young award winners? MVP? Who is taking home the pennant in October later this year? AND MORE! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON20,” and yo...
Takeaways from First Week of Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training
March 05, 2021 16:07 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Pirates have started the Spring 2-2-1. Some things have looked rather impressive, others have already shown themselves to be areas the team will have to focus on when the season begins in April. Today, host Ethan Smith evaluates the first week of Spring Training for the Pittsburgh Pirates as far as individual performances, team performance and what can be expected from the team heading into the remainder of Spring Training and the upcoming regular season. Locked On Pirates i...
Locked On Division Day w/ Locked On Reds
March 03, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThroughout the month of March, the Locked On Sports Network is hosting Division Day, featuring a roundtable of the hosts from each division every Wednesday of March! Here at Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith kicks off the festivities with Locked On Reds host Jeff Carr as they talk about the Reds/Pirates rivalry, the direction both teams are headed and how both teams stack up in the NL Central in 2021! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar is a protein ba...
Locked On NL Central Preview and Bold Predictions!
March 01, 2021 22:34 - 43 minutes - 40 MBGuess what? Baseball is back! Here at Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith wanted to kick off Spring Training with a bang as he is joined by the hosts of Locked On Cardinals, Reds, Brewers and Cubs to preview the NL Central in 2021 as well as giving some bold predictions about the Pirates and the other clubs. Check out the hosts at their twitter pages, which all are @LockedOn*insertteamname*. Thank you and enjoy the episode! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to bui...
Dustin Fowler Joins the Pirates; Spring Training Opening Day Preview
February 26, 2021 21:26 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates! Your Team. Everyday! Ethan Smith is bringing you the final episode before baseball fans get their first taste of baseball games this weekend, in particular the Pirates begin their ST campaign against the Baltimore Orioles. Also, Dustin Fowler was traded from the Oakland Athletics earlier this week and his presence could be felt in the outfield, in particular, center field, so does he have a chance at snagging the starting outfield spot against the likes o...
Locked On Orioles Spring Training Crossover Episode
February 25, 2021 22:59 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates everyone! Spring Training games kick off for the Pittsburgh Pirates this Sunday when they take on the Baltimore Orioles to begin the 2021 preseason, and host Ethan Smith is joined by the wonderful host at Locked On O's, Connor Newcomb, to discuss where their respective teams sit in their rebuilds and how the game on Sunday could play out. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a protein bar that tast...
Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter Dominate; Other Names Pirates Could Target with the Number 1 Pick in 2021
February 24, 2021 20:56 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates, apart of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Host Ethan Smith takes a dive into the performances of Vanderbilt's strong pitching duo of Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter to kick off their respective 2021 collegiate baseball campaigns as well as stating that either pitcher would be an awesome addition to the Pirates system in the 2021 First Year Player Draft. Also, Ethan agrees Leiter and Rocker are obviously on the list to be prime candidates fo...
Ke'Bryan Hayes Extension Talk and Two Inning Spring Training Baseball?
February 23, 2021 20:53 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates, apart of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! On today's episode, host Ethan Smith talks about the possibility extending young star 3B Ke'Bryan Hayes and how it would help the Pirates in the future as well as a small tidbit from the Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training ticket notes that shows the possibility of two inning Spring Training games. All of that and more today on Locked On Pirates. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 pl...
Comparing Ben Cherington's 2013 Red Sox Rebuild to the Pittsburgh Pirates Current Rebuild
February 22, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates! On today's episode, host Ethan Smith takes a trip back to 2013, detailing moves from that season and prior that current Pirates General Manager and former Boston Red Sox GM Ben Cherington made to get Boston back to the World Series, and win it, and how some of the tools he used in Boston could propel the Pirates back into the postseason in the near future. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a pr...
What is in Store for Ke'Bryan Hayes this Season?
February 19, 2021 22:06 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates. Host Ethan Smith is just as excited as you all are as pitchers and catchers have recently reported to Bradenton, Florida for Spring Training as well as young, up-and-coming superstar Ke'Bryan Hayes, who saw some action that was shown to us via Pirates Twitter. For Hayes, 2021 will be his first full season, so what is in store for the young third baseman as he cements himself as the cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Pirates rebuild? Built Bar is a protein bar...
Anthony Alford Spring Training Interview
February 18, 2021 23:30 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBYou asked for a special guest and I, and our special guest delivered. Anthony Alford joins host Ethan Smith to talk about Spring Training, Derek Shelton, self-improvement, his favorite food in Pittsburgh and much more. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. ...
Grading the Pirates and MLB Offseason and More w/ Gabrielle Starr
February 17, 2021 22:20 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBPitchers and catcher have officially reported to Spring Training, marking the end of the winter offseason and new beginnings for all 30 MLB teams. Host Ethan Smith is joined by a friend of the podcast and fellow Locked On Sports Network host, Gabrielle Starr, the host of Locked On Red Sox as the duo go over some of the biggest offseason moves as well as grading the Pirates, Red Sox and other team's winters and what the 2021 season could hold. All that and more on today's episode of Locked ...
When Do Pirates Pull the Trigger on Adam Frazier Trade? Who Takes Expanded Role After He's Gone?
February 16, 2021 22:04 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates! Adam Frazier has been on the trade block for most of the offseason but a deal has yet to be made by GM Ben Cherington, who has already traded Joe Musgrove, Josh Bell and Jameson Taillon this winter. Frazier being traded is a matter of when, not if, and where could he be headed with the middle infield free agent market becoming thin? Also, who takes an expanded role after Frazier is dealt? All that and more on today's episode! Locked On Pirates is a part o...
How Will the Outfield Be Constructed and Other Spring Training Questions
February 15, 2021 21:25 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBSpring Training is upon us Pirates Nation! Host of Locked On Pirates, Ethan Smith, celebrates what could be the most exciting part of 2021 for Pittsburgh Pirates fans, Spring Training, which will bring questions and hopefully some answers as to how the Pirates will be constructed in 2021 and more importantly, beyond 2021. -How will the outfield be constructed with the addition of Brandon Goodwin? -Which young prospects will make the biggest splashes in the Spring? -Do the Pirates have vi...
Pouring Out My Emotions About the Upcoming 2021 Season
February 12, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith shows his emotions a bit as with Spring Training starting next week, he dives into why being a sports journalist is his ultimate passion, what he expects from the Pittsburgh Pirates and baseball in 2021 and thanking the Locked On Sports Network and you, the listeners of the podcast for giving him a platform to pursue his passion. All that and more today on an emotional episode of Locked On Pirates. Locked On Pirates is a part of the ...
Buc'N Around Episode 1 w/ Guest Ryan Platt
February 01, 2021 21:58 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBHere at Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is the host who does the most, meaning he's always looking for more ideas and opinions. This is the first episode of "Buc'N Around", a concept that allows you, yes YOU, the listeners to come on to the podcast and talk about Pittsburgh Pirates baseball and the MLB as a whole. Our first guest is Pirates fan Ryan Platt, so sit back and enjoy and hit Ethan up @LockedOnPirates on Twitter to be on an episode! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On...
Pirates Boast Four Top 100 MLB Pipeline Players
January 29, 2021 18:49 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThe MLB Pipeline Top 100 list came out on Thursday with four Pittsburgh Pirates featuring in the list. Host Ethan Smith dives into where each player sits, how they could make an impact in 2021 and beyond and even gives his takes on other players in other organizations as well. -Ke'Bryan Hayes becoming early favorite to win NL Rookie of the Year -Can Nick Gonzales continue to develop into strong hitting and defensive middle infielder? -Is Oneil Cruz staying in the infield or making the jum...
Locked On Yankees Crossover Episode
January 28, 2021 21:43 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBThe Jameson Taillon trade is still fresh on the minds of New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates fans, so why not talk to the host of Locked On Yankees, Stacey Gotsulias, as she gives her take on the Taillon trade from the Bronx Bomber side of things and what the pitcher can bring to infuse more talent into the rotation. All of that and more today on Locked On Pirates. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team. Everyday! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes l...
Trades..Trades..Trades: What Players Could be Traded from Pittsburgh During the 2021 MLB Season?
January 27, 2021 22:02 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBUnsurprisingly, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the most active clubs in baseball this season, making three trades in 31 days to bolster the farm system and begin the Ben Cherington rebuild. But what players could be traded during the 2021 season before that deadline in July and help bolster the rebuild even more? -Could Colin Moran's solid play end up in him departing? Does that give Mason Martin a chance? -Gregory Polanco infuses some power on another roster? -Richard Rodriguez ...
MLB Hall of Fame Ballot Reaction and Analysis
January 27, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 7.69 MBOn the January 26 of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith gives his instant reaction to the MLB Hall of Fame ballot which saw no players admitted to Cooperstown for the tenth time in history and the first time since 2013. -Curt Schilling's relationship with media stagnates him at 71.1% -Clemens and Bonds move no closer to the 75% mark -Big Papi likely will be admitted next season in 2022 -AND MORE! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo ...
Jameson Taillon Trade Reaction and Future of the Rotation in Pittsburgh.
January 25, 2021 21:17 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBThe Pittsburgh Pirates moved on from another familiar name on Sunday, shipping SP Jameson Taillon to the New York Yankees for four prospects from the pinstripes organization. Here is host Ethan Smith's reaction and analysis. -Taillon reunites with former Pittsburgh pitcher Gerrit Cole in New York -Is the haul more quantity than quality? Or did the Pirates get a mix of both? -Who is going to be the Opening Day starter for the Buccos? -AND MORE! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked O...
Jameson Taillon Trade Reaction and Future of the Rotation in Pittsburgh.
January 25, 2021 21:17 - 25 minutesThe Pittsburgh Pirates moved on from another familiar name on Sunday, shipping SP Jameson Taillon to the New York Yankees for four prospects from the pinstripes organization. Here is host Ethan Smith's reaction and analysis. -Taillon reunites with former Pittsburgh pitcher Gerrit Cole in New York -Is the haul more quantity than quality? Or did the Pirates get a mix of both? -Who is going to be the Opening Day starter for the Buccos? -AND MORE! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Spor...
Locked on Crossover Special w/ Locked On Padres
January 22, 2021 17:24 - 34 minutesToday on the podcast, I head west and talk with Javier Herbert Reyes, host of Locked On Padres, as we analyze the Joe Musgrove trade together and talk about a plethora of baseball topics as well as some unexpected topics as well. -Javi and Ethan talk about the Joe Musgrove trade from a Pirates and Padres perspective -Can the Padres dethrone the Dodgers? -Where does the Pirates bad luck in 2013-2015 rank among baseball history? -WandaVision is a masterpiece and the anime One Piece are featured...
Locked on Crossover Special w/ Locked On Padres
January 22, 2021 17:24 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBToday on the podcast, I head west and talk with Javier Herbert Reyes, host of Locked On Padres, as we analyze the Joe Musgrove trade together and talk about a plethora of baseball topics as well as some unexpected topics as well. -Javi and Ethan talk about the Joe Musgrove trade from a Pirates and Padres perspective -Can the Padres dethrone the Dodgers? -Where does the Pirates bad luck in 2013-2015 rank among baseball history? -WandaVision is a masterpiece and the anime One Piece are fea...
Who Needs a Bigger 2021? Jameson Taillon or Mitch Keller?
January 21, 2021 21:41 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBJameson Taillon and Mitch Keller are clearly the top two pitchers on the Pittsburgh Pirates roster, but who needs to have the bigger season in 2021? -Can Keller cement himself as the future ace of the Pirates? -How will Taillon perform after Tommy John surgery and will he be a trade piece at the deadline? -Will the two feed off of each other with each good performance? -AND MORE! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a ...
Joe Musgrove Trade Reaction and Analysis
January 20, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBJoe Musgrove was traded on Monday from the Pittsburgh Pirates to the San Diego Padres for multiple prospects in a three-team trade that also included the New York Mets. -Musgrove heads home but how will his absence affect the Pirates? -What does the future hold for OF Hudson Head? -Pittsburgh native David Bednar has a real shot to make an impact -AND MORE Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar...
What Does Wilmer Difo Bring to the Table? Is Adam Frazier on His Way Out?
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBLast week, the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired veteran utility man Wilmer Difo via free agency. -What does Difo bring to the table for the Buccos? -What position will he play and what role will he have with the club? -With the Difo acquisition, is Adam Frazier the next player to be traded? -AND MORE! Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team Everyday! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and ...
International Prospects Overview: Shalin Polanco and More.
January 18, 2021 21:15 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThe Pittsburgh Pirates have done a solid job with obtaining top international prospects and the club did so once again in 2021. -Shalin Polanco highlights the 15 signings made at the beginning of the international signing period -Junior Vizcaino continues impressive international signing resume -Six pitchers all brought in to continue to bolster the farm system with young pitching talent -AND MORE Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Your Team Everyday. Built Ba...
Pirates Claim Troy Stokes Jr and Could the Buccos Be in the Mix for Andrew Benintendi?
January 13, 2021 16:22 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIt's the January 13 edition of Locked On Pirates! -Pirates claim OF Troy Stokes Jr. from the Detroit Tigers. -What does Stokes Jr. bring to the table? -The Boston Red Sox have reportedly made OF Andrew Benintendi available in trade talks, -Could the Pirates be in the mix for the Boston outfielder due to his relations with GM Ben Cherington? -AND MORE! Locked on Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com...
Let's Talk About the Outfielding Prospects in the Pirates Organization
January 11, 2021 21:16 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBWelcome to the first episode of Locked On Pirates of 2021 Bucco Nation. -The outfield is a weak point in both the majors and the farm system heading into 2021, but which outfielding prospects should Pirates faithful keep their eyes on heading into 2021 and beyond? -Most of the outfielding prospects won't see the majors this upcoming season, but with Gregory Polanco likely on his way out after this season, who could make the jump in 2022? -Could we see another middle infield experiment in ...
Locked On Pittsburgh Crossover Special w/ Christopher Carter
December 30, 2020 19:39 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWe have a Locked On Pittsburgh Crossover here on Locked On Pirates today as host Ethan Smith is joined by the ever so talented host of Locked On Steelers, Christopher Carter, as the duo talks about the Pittsburgh Pirates rebuilding process and everything going on in the organization as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers Week 17 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, which will feature Mason Rudolph v Myles Garrett part two. All of that and more today on Locked On Pirates. Ethan and Christopher a...
State of the NL Central and the Pirates and Favorite Prospects w/ Gary Morgan
December 29, 2020 23:17 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBOn the December 29, 2020 edition of Locked On Pirates, host and Pirates superfan Ethan Smith is joined by a guest and fan of the show Gary Morgan of Bucs in the Basement as the duo discusses the current state of the NL Central and the Pirates after 1B Josh Bell and P Yu Darvish were traded over the past week. Gary and Ethan also take a deep dive into their favorite prospects in the Buccos farm system heading into 2021. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar ...
Examining Gregory Polanco's Injury and Outfielding Options for Pittsburgh in 2021
December 28, 2020 22:53 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBWelcome back to Locked On Pirates! As we reach the new year, baseball's offseason has picked up since Christmas Eve, seeing Josh Bell and Blake Snell traded away from their respective clubs. For the Pirates though, this trade drives the Pirates into a complete rebuild, part of that rebuild being figuring out the outfielding situation. Host Ethan Smith deep dives into that today, including Gregory Polanco's injury in Winter Ball that ended his stint there and how Anthony Alford, Bryan Reynold...
Josh Bell Traded to Washington Nationals: Live Reaction and Analysis
December 24, 2020 20:01 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBThe Pittsburgh Pirates have had a quiet offseason up until Christmas Eve, but general manager Ben Cherington made another trade for a star in Pittsburgh, trading 2019 All-Star 1B Josh Bell to the Washington Nationals in exchange for two young pitchers in Eddy Yean and Will Crowe, both top six prospects in the Nationals farm system. Host Ethan Smith gives his reactions to the news shortly after it was dropped. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Built Bar is a prote...
12 Days of Bucmas: Day 1 - How DH Rule Will Affect Pittsburgh and What Could Be Return for Josh Bell from Yankees?
December 14, 2020 21:02 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBWelcome to 12 Days of Bucmas and Happy Holidays! Host Ethan Smith, Pittsburgh superfan and Pirates wannabe all-knower, kicks off the festivities by explaining how the designated hitter rule for the NL going back to not having one could affect the Pirates, in particular Josh Bell. Speaking of Bell, his name was brought up in trade rumors with the AL contender New York Yankees, so what could the Pirates target from the Yankees farm system in exchange for the power hitting first baseman? All th...
Things To Be Thankful For As A Pittsburgh Pirates Fan
November 25, 2020 21:46 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBOn the November 25 edition of Locked On Pirates, host and Pittsburgh Pirates superfan Ethan Smith thanks everyone ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday while also telling Pirates fans what they should be thankful for as Buccos faithful, ranging from having a budding star at third base in Ke'Bryan Hayes, having one of the most beautiful ballparks in all of baseball and new general manager Ben Cherington and his vision to get the team back into contention, much like he did in Boston. Locked On Pi...
Cole Tucker Hits Home Run Off The Field with Vanessa Hudgens; Discussing Tucker's Role Going Into 2021
November 25, 2020 00:42 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBOn the November 24 edition of Locked On Pirates, host and Pittsburgh superfan Ethan Smith highlights the funnest story of the offseason as Pirates shortstop Cole Tucker was spotted with High School Musical actress Vanessa Hudgens, so he's hitting home runs off the field, let's hope it translates to his on field play. Also, Ethan moves back to Tucker's on-field progress and where he fits into the Pirates' plans moving forward into 2021 and beyond. All this and more on Locked On Pirates. Lock...
Highlighting Trevor Williams and Jose Osuna's Careers as Pittsburgh Pirates
November 23, 2020 18:56 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBOn the November 23 edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith begins Thanksgiving week by first highlighting what the departures of Trevor Williams and Jose Osuna will mean for the Pirates in 2021 and beyond as well as revisiting their careers on Federal Street, including the ups and downs and where each player could see their careers go in 2020 free agency. All of that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Today...
Constructing Trades That Could Help the Pirates in the Long Run; What Makes PNC Park so Great?; and More!
November 16, 2020 16:33 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith uses an MLB trade machine to construct some deals that will help the Pirates in the long run, or maybe even short term. Also, Ethan talks about what makes the Pirates home of PNC Park so great from personal experience. Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locked On Red Sox/Pirates Crossover: Highlighting New Managerial Hires
November 12, 2020 05:34 - 1 hour - 14.6 MBWe've got a crossover episode coming at ya! Gabrielle Star, host of Locked On Red Sox, joins host Ethan Smith as they ramble about the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates while also highlighting the managerial hirings of Tony La Russa, AJ Hinch and Alex Cora, and trust us, Gabrielle had a ton to say about Cora. This and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Locked On Pirates is apart of the Locked On Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...
Nick Burdi Hits Free Agency; Should Pirates Target Joc Pederson? and More!
November 09, 2020 19:51 - 17 minutes - 16 MBOn the November 9 edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith analyzes how Nick Burdi's decision to target free agency will affect the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2021. Also, the Pirates are still in rebuild mode, but with the free agent market potentially being lower money wise this offseason, should the Pirates target Joc Pederson and other high end free agent targets? All that and more on Locked on Pirates. Locked on Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Learn more about your ...
What Would John Baker Would Mean for the Farm System? Should the Pirates Give Josh Bell an Extension?
November 06, 2020 15:34 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBOn the November 6 edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith theorizes what bringing on Cubs mental coach John Baker would do for AA Altoona as they look for a new manager for the second consecutive offseason after letting go of Dave Turgeon, who never managed a game for the Curve. Also, Josh Bell is the Pittsburgh Pirates latest All-Star after receiving the nod in 2019, but after a subpar 2020 season, which was shortened, does Josh Bell deserve and will he get an extension with the Pira...
Who is the Pittsburgh Pirates Biggest Rival? How Winter Ball Can Help Gregory Polanco Improve.
November 05, 2020 19:52 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBOn the November 6 edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith gives his take on who is the Pittsburgh Pirates biggest rival in the NL Central and his answer may surprise you. Also, Ethan highlights why playing winter baseball in the Dominican Republic could help OF Gregory Polanco could help him drastically improve in 2021 and beyond. Locked on Pirates is a part of the Locked On Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ke'Bryan Hayes Robbed of NL Rookie of the Year Nod; Honus Wagner Card Sells for 1.4 Million and More
November 04, 2020 18:47 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBOn the November 4th edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith highlights why rookie standout 3B Ke'Bryan Hayes should have been in the running for NL Rookie of the Year along with Alec Bohm, Jake Cronenworth and Devin Williams. Also, Ethan highlights a historic mark that was the selling of a Honus Wagner trading card for a huge amount of money and more today on Locked on Pirates. Locked on Pirates is a part of the Locked on Sports Network. Today's episode is brought to you by Built Ba...
Picking Between Tyler Glasnow and Austin Meadows; Will Free Agents Get as Much As Expected?
November 03, 2020 21:59 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBOn the November 3 and Election Day edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith determines which player the Pittsburgh Pirates would take back, if they could, from the Chris Archer trade from the Tampa Bay Rays. Also, will free agents get as much as they would like in the 2020 offseason after money in MLB dipped due to COVID-19 and could the Pirates stick their noses in on some big free agents? All that and more today on Locked on Pirates. Locked on Pirates is a part of the Locked on Spor...
Examining the 40-Man Roster and the Chris Archer Situation
November 02, 2020 19:03 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBOn the November 2 edition of Locked on Pirates, host Ethan Smith examines the multitude of 40-man roster moves by the Pittsburgh Pirates, including multiple players being activated from IR as well as seeing some familiar faces go on the way side. Also, could the Pirates still bring back Chris Archer despite declining his team option? All that and more on this episode of Locked on Pirates. #LetsGoBucs Locked On Pirates is a part of the Locked on Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choi...