Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates

Nathan breaks down game one of the weekend series between the Pirates and Giants. The Pirates offense scored 2 runs in the loss, only the 2nd time in the week the team has scored more than 1 run in a game. Carmen Mlodzinski went 6 innings, but Justin Lawrence struggled in relief. Jake Mangum went on the IL before today's game.   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment →  https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl R...

Pittsburgh Pirates outlast Arizona Diamondbacks in a gritty display, as Mitch Keller overcomes early struggles to secure a vital win. Can Keller’s rising maturity on tough nights anchor a postseason push? Gary Morgan spotlights key performances from Keller, Brandon Lowe’s home run surge, and Joey Bart’s evolving role behind the plate. Insightful AMA segments unpack the Pirates’ rotation balance, b...

Brandon Lowe and Joey Bart both hit solo home runs to help lead the Bucs to a 4-2 victory and series win over the Diamondbacks. Mitch Keller went 6 plus strong innings for another quality start and the bullpen shut the door for the win on getaway day. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to ou...

Paul Skenes dominates yet again as the Pittsburgh Pirates shut out the Arizona Diamondbacks, leaving fans and analysts searching for new superlatives. Is Skenes now the most reliable ace in Major League Baseball? Gary Morgan examines Skenes’ eight-inning, two-hit masterpiece, highlighting his efficient approach and examining how his presence is transforming the Pirates’ outlook. The episode also s...

Paul Skenes flirted with another perfecto into the 5th inning and ultimately went 8 shutout innings on just two hits to blank Arizona 1-0 and get the Pirates back into the win column. The lone run for the Pirates was a first inning Brandon Lowe solo home run which turned out to be the game-winning run. Gregory Soto came in for the 9th and shut the door on the D-Backs for his second save of the sea...

Pittsburgh Pirates fans wrestle with the highs and lows of pitching phenom Bubba Chandler’s development—can he transform raw stuff and control issues into long-term rotation success? Gary Morgan spotlights Chandler’s latest start, contrasting his electric arsenal with persistent command problems and comparing his learning curve to the unique trajectories of Paul Skenes, Braxton Ashcraft, and Mitch...

The Pirates were shut out by the Eduardo Rodriguez and the Diamondbacks 9-0 in the opener of this six-game roadtrip. The Pirates recorded just two hits in this dud and Bubba Chandler struggled with control again with 6 walks in just five innings. Yohan Ramirez and Dennis Santana gave up a combined seven runs to help make this one a blowout by Arizona. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode,...

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Henry Davis offers rare insight into the struggle of translating practice improvements to game-day performance. Can “trusting the work” break the cycle for the former 1-1 pick? Gary Morgan explores Davis’s candid postgame reflections after his two-home-run night, dissecting the intricate balance between muscle memory, major-league development, and the demands of catching at the...

Pittsburgh Pirates turn the tide against the Cincinnati Reds with dominant pitching and clutch hitting, shaking up the NL Central race. Bryan Reynolds continues to torch Reds pitching, while Braxton Ashcraft emerges as a surprise ace. Are the Reds’ postseason hopes slipping away, or is this just a bump in the road? Hosts Gary and Jeff spotlight the Reds’ pitching struggles, Terry Francona’s hot-se...

Pittsburgh Pirates dismantle Cincinnati Reds with a relentless display, leaving the Reds searching for answers. Mitch Keller’s dominant pitching, including a vintage seven-inning, three-hit performance, anchors a weekend where the Bucs outscored their division rivals and showcased elite zone control at the plate. Brian Reynolds stands out with a surge in walk rate and a rejuvenated approach, while...

Nathan breaks down the finale of the three-game series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds. Braxton Ashcraft and Chase Burns had one of the best pitchers duels you could ask to watch on a Sunday afternoon. Oneil Cruz came up clutch in the 8th inning to help the Pirates secure the 1-0 win and sweep over the Cincinnati Reds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.co...

The Pirates bats kept going as they walked all over the Reds literally on rout to a 17-7 victory. The Pirates batters tied a MLB record by walking SEVEN consecutive times in the 2nd inning to score five runs and go up 10-3. The bats also tallied 19 hits and every starter in the lineup had at least one RBI. Carmen Mlodzinski struck out 10 over 5.2 innings for his second win this season. Everydayer...

The Pirates blasted the Reds 9-1 as the bats exploded to help snap a five-game losing streak. Bryan Reynolds and Marcell Ozuna homered and Henry Davis belted two long balls as the Bucs ripped 12 hits in this victory. Mitch Keller played the role of stopper as he put the team on his back and shut down the Reds with just one run allowed in seven innings of work. Everydayer Club If you never miss an...

Pittsburgh Pirates’ promising start crumbles as starting pitching collapses—can the rotation steady the ship before the season slips away? Gary Morgan spotlights how early-season strength on the mound has faltered, triggering a cascade of bullpen overuse and exposing the team’s fragile offensive foundation. Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller offer hope, but with young arms like Bubba Chandler and Braxto...

The Pirates drop their 5th straight game as they are swept at home to the Cardinals and lose this one 10-5. This was a disastrous four-game series as nothing went right and the Cards whipped the Pirates every game of the series. Paul Skenes was hit hard from the start and gave up five runs (four earned) in 5.0 innings of work as he continues his awful record against the Cardinals. After starting 1...

Pittsburgh Pirates’ promising start crumbles as starting pitching collapses—can the rotation steady the ship before the season slips away? Gary Morgan spotlights how early-season strength on the mound has faltered, triggering a cascade of bullpen overuse and exposing the team’s fragile offensive foundation. Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller offer hope, but with young arms like Bubba Chandler and Braxto...

Nathan reacts to game three of the four game set between the Pirates and Cardinals. The Pirates dropped game three to the Cardinals by a final score of 5-4. Bubba Chandler struggled at times in the loss. The Pirates tried to rally late, and Nick Gonzales was inches away from ending it with one swing.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

Pittsburgh Pirates stumble through a tough division stretch—can they bounce back with Bubba Chandler and Paul Skenes set to take the mound? Spencer Horwitz quietly emerges as a model of consistency, raising questions about how his steady approach could anchor a young and volatile lineup. Is the Pirates’ offensive improvement enough to support their revamped pitching staff and reverse recent strugg...

Nathan breaks down game two of the four game set between the Pirates and Cardinals. Braxton Ashcraft and hunter Barco struggled as the guys to preserve a heavily used Pirates bullpen. The Pirates offense seemed to click in the loss, but the Pirates officially have their first three game losing streak.  HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight los...

Pittsburgh Pirates let a sure win slip away as the St. Louis Cardinals snap their 36-inning scoreless streak at PNC Park with a shocking ninth-inning rally. Did Don Kelly’s aggressive bullpen strategy backfire, and what does this tough loss mean for the Pirates’ upcoming series? Gary Morgan breaks down the costly decisions behind using eight pitchers—including Mason Montgomery, Dennis Santana, and...

Nathan and Ryan break down the Pirates loss in game one against the Cardinals. The Pirates bullpen game worked until it didn't as they took a 2-0 lead into the 9th inning only to see Dennis Santana give up four runs to blow his first save of the season.   5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon , crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today!   HIMS To...

NL Central shakeup: Cincinnati Reds, powered by Sal Stewart and Matt McLain, surge to the top, leaving Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals fans searching for answers. Can the Cubs and Pirates keep pace amid early season injuries and unexpected performances? Hosts debate which team is “for real” as every NL Central contender boasts a winning record and intense division battles loom on the hor...

Pittsburgh Pirates seize momentum with a pivotal series win over the Milwaukee Brewers, powered by standout starts from Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller. Can the Pirates ride this wave to dominate the St. Louis Cardinals in an NL Central showdown and cement their status as contenders? Gary Morgan spotlights O’Neill Cruz’s explosive but strikeout-prone approach, Nick Gonzalez’s emergence at third base,...

Nathan breaks down today's final game of the series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers. Carmen Mlodzinski struggles to get out of the 4th inning as the Brewers were able to attack him in a rough outing. Brewers' pitcher Kyle Harrison silenced the Pirates bats in the loss. 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon , crack open Confetti Craze 5-...

The Pirates score three in the top of the 10th inning to Defeat the Brewers in Extra for the second straight win 6-3. Mitch Keller goes five plus innings with three runs and six strikeouts. Nick Gonzales went 3-for-5 including a big two-RBI single in the 10th and Konnor Griffin continued his little hot streak with a 2-for-4 game. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it o...