Podcast Episodes

How far can Oneil Cruz's ceiling take him and the Pittsburgh Pirates?

Episode 819

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 t…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

The first base carousel continued in 2024 for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Episode 818

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…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Is the catching position in a good place right now for the Pittsburgh Pirates?

Episode 817

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 t…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

The Pirates bullpen struggled in 2024, how can it improve going into next season?

Episode 816

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 …

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Just how good can the Pirates pitching staff be moving forward?

Episode 815

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…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Pittsburgh Pirates 2024 Player Awards

Episode 814

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 P…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Are the Pittsburgh Pirates accepting mediocrity?

Episode 813

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 a…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

The Pittsburgh Pirates have moved on from hitting coach Andy Haines & bullpen coach Justin Meccage

Episode 812

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 othe…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Looking back on the 2024 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Episode 811

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. 

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Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

The 2024 home season is over for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Episode 810

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 O…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago