Podcast Episodes

The Pirates made some late season roster moves... how do they impact next season?

Episode 808

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…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Should Paul Skenes be the unanimous pick for NL Rookie of the Year?

Episode 807

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 episo…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Is the closer for 2025 currently on the Pittsburgh Pirates roster? Catching in '25? Infield logjam?

Episode 806

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 Loc…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Could Bryan Reynolds be moving to first base in 2025 for the Pirates?

Episode 805

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 e…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Is player development the achilles heel for the Pirates rebuild?

Episode 804

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 gues…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Does a better record, if it happens, signify growth for the Pirates?

Episode 802

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 Eth…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Derek Shelton appears to be returning for 2025, is it the right move for the Pirates?

Episode 801

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. 

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Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Paul Skenes made history again, and he's only going to keep making history for the Pirates

Episode 800

Paul Skenes made history, again. Endy Rodriguez is returning to catching action in AA-Altoona. The Pirates have a chance to end the season strong. Host Ethan Smith discusses all of that on today's ep…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Ep 800! Where the Pirates stand now, and where they can stand in the future?

Episode 799

Its episode 800 of the Locked On Pirates Podcast!

Host Ethan Smith and Monday guest Gary Morgan discuss the Pirates now and how they've gotten here over the past four years, what the future could tell…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

LIVE! What should we be watching for as the 2024 Pirates season comes to a close?

Episode 798

Host Ethan Smith highlights your answers as to what we as fans should be on the lookout for as the 2024 season nears a close for the Pittsburgh Pirates today on Locked On Pirates!

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Published on 1 year, 3 months ago