Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates have yet to make a "big" offseason move, but they are losing one of their big contributors from 2024 as Aroldis Chapman is headed to the Boston Red Sox.  Host Ethan Smith discusses his departure via free agency, highlighting the impact of the move, how it affects the bullpen, the full circle analysis of it all and so much more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Sup...

Rivalry weekend of college football has gone and passed, but host Ethan Smith wants to discuss rivalries in baseball, specifically with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Who is the Pirates biggest rival? Why rivalries matter, especially within the division? What can Pittsburgh do to overtake some of their in-division rivals? AND MORE! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app...

The offseason will offer plenty of roster reconstruction for Pittsburgh, but it's valuable to consider what's already here, and what players may be on the bubble. Now is the time to move on from players that aren't reaching their potential, and host Ethan Smith discusses players that may be on their last legs heading into 2025, and although they are on the bubble, they have an opportunity to showc...

Paul Skenes has already had a phenomenal beginning to his career.  For the Pittsburgh Pirates, is now the perfect time for a Paul Skenes extension and should they consider some other players as well? Host Ethan Smith discusses today on Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first pu...

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We're well into November, and for the Pittsburgh Pirates, that means free agency will son take center stage.  Host Ethan Smith highlights some players the Pirates should target, why they would be good fits for the squad and what it might take to get them on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! HIMS Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to af...

The offseason is here for all 30 MLB teams, and host Ethan Smith gives you what should be on the Pirates offseason wishlist, as well as highlighting what all of you think should be on the Pirates radar over the next few months. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! HIMS Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to affordable sexual health treatments, all from the comfort of your home....

After another disappointing season, many pointed fingers in the direction of manager Derek Shelton, who fell short of a winning season once again with the Pirates.  Host Ethan Smith, on his birthday, asks if Shelton is the right guy to manage the team, as well as how 2025 will look for him and every possible scenario we could see moving forward on this episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By...

Host Ethan Smith and guest Josh Poe have your Monday evening Locked On Pirates fix, as the duo discusses Oneil Cruz and his 2024 campaign, how his move to center field not only impacts him, but the team, and a big "What if?" heading into 2025.  *****SKIP 16:00-20:00 MINUTE MARK****** Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to win $50 instan...

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been on a long, long search for a first baseman, and in 2024, they once again exit the season with questions at the position.  Is another FA signing on the way? Could Bryan Reynolds make the switch?  Host Ethan Smith discusses on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Ev...

The 2024 Player Review Series rolls on, and today, host Ethan Smith discusses catching for the Pirates, and if the position group is in a good place heading into 2025, as well as what has to happen to further solidify the position on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.comThe right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. B...

Bullpen struggles plagued the Pirates in 2024, effectively removing them from any chance of contending.  Host Ethan Smith discusses those struggles as well as highlighting the potential of an Aroldis Chapman return, why the bullpen will be better next season and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of an...

The 2024 Player Review series kicked off yesterday as host Ethan Smith handed out player awards! Today, Ethan takes a look at the Pirates pitching staff, highlighting how good it was in 2024, some new contributors who may arise in 2025 and why it can only continue to potentially get better next season on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The...

Welcome back to Locked On Pirates! Host Ethan Smith is on vacation but still bringing the heat as the Pirates offseason continues.  Today, Ethan hands out some 2024 Player Awards to kick off the 2024 Player Review Series, highlighting the best pitcher and hitter on the team, the biggest surprises, the best newcomer and so much more on today's show! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.co...

General manager Ben Cherington had a press conference today in front of media, and host Ethan Smith shares his thoughts on what was said, how things look moving forward with the same GM and manager and so much more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on B...

The offseason has begun for Pittsburgh, and change is coming already, as the Pirates have moved on from hitting coach Andy Haines.  Host Ethan Smith discusses the decision and also touches on the other coaching decisions on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book toda...

Host Ethan Smith and guest Gary Morgan discuss the ups, the downs, the surprises and so much more about the 2024 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on Booking.com – the official accommodation partner of major league base...

Host Ethan Smith is live after the home finale for the Buccos, answering your questions and thanking all of you for a fun 2024 on today's live edition of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.comThe right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on Booking.com – the official accommodation partner of major league baseball. Booking dot...

The Pirates DFA'd two 2024 offseason signings on Tuesday, making some late season roster moves. That has host Ethan Smith thinking, how do these moves impact next season? Ethan discusses that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.com The right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on Booking.com – t...

Paul Skenes turned in another phenomenal start on Sunday, and the debate on if he or Jackson Merrill should win ROTY continues? Host Ethan Smith and Gary Morgan discuss that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Booking.comThe right stay can make you a fan of any US city. Even your baseball rivals. Book today on Booking.com – the official accommod...

Q&A SHOW ONE! Is the closer on the roster currently for next season? How will catcher look for the Pirates next season? Infield questions? Ethan Smith answers those questions on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Arena Club Whether you’re buying, selling, trading, or displaying—Arena Club is the card-collecting platform you have to check out. Right now, y...

We've seen one piece of the Pirates core switch positions, but could Bryan Reynolds be the next one? Host Ethan Smith discusses the potential of such a move and the impacts it would have on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Arena Club Whether you’re buying, selling, trading, or displaying—Arena Club is the card-collecting platform you have to check out. ...

The Pittsburgh Pirates, much like every other team, have to develop from within. Have they done that enough, or is it the reason why the Pirates haven't taken the next step? Host Ethan Smith and guest Gary Morgan discuss on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Arena Club Whether you’re buying, selling, trading, or displaying—Arena Club is the card-collectin...

At its core, baseball is about wins and losses, but it's also important to remember how teams get to their respective records. The Pirates will likely finish better than their 2023 mark, but host Ethan Smith wants to discuss the positives and negatives we've seen in 2024 on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TonaI Tonal is the world's smartest and most ef...

Derek Shelton returning in 2025? Host Ethan Smith gives his immediate thoughts as well as highlighting the Pirates season sweep of the Marlins on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TonaI Tonal is the world's smartest and most effective strength training system that helps get you stronger. Right now, Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purc...