Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan as he is every Monday to discuss the CBA lockout and each gives their thoughts on what they want to see agreed upon between MLB and the Player's Association. Also, what type of confidence do Ethan and Gary have heading into 2022 for the Pittsburgh Pirates? Finally, some greats of the game were elected to the baseball Hall of Fame this weekend and the duo gives their thoughts! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use pr...

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On today's episode, host Ethan Smith talks about why a reunion of Richard Rodriguez and the Pittsburgh Pirates could be beneficial for both sides after he was non-tendered by the Atlanta Braves. Also, Ethan takes to FanGraphs to see the projections for the Pittsburgh Pirates starting lineup, rotation and bullpen as the roster stands right now on Opening Day of 2022! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust...

On today's episode, host Ethan Smith details how veteran catcher Roberto Perez can help the Pirates in 2022 as well as breaking down the prospects acquired in the Jacob Stallings deal to Miami and saying good bye to Colin Moran, Steven Brault and Chad Kuhl! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode...

Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan, albeit a day later than usual, but the duo has a lot to get off their chest after Jacob Stallings was traded to Miami in the most shocking news on Monday. Along with that, Ethan and Gary outline the other moves from Monday that saw the departures of Colin Moran, Steven Brault and Cody Ponce while adding Yoshi, Ben Gamel, Jerad Eickhoff and another catcher. So lots to talk about today on Locked On Pirates! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use...

Adam Bittner joins Ethan Smith today to talk about the Yoshi Tsutsugo deal that many were waiting for, but is there concern with it only being a one year deal? Also, could the universal DH bigger now for the Pirates after the move? Finally, what do Adam and Ethan have to be thankful for heading into 2022? Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today...

On today's special Thanksgiving episode, host Ethan Smith is joined by Locked On Reds Host Jeff Carr, Locked On Rangers Host Brice Paterik and Locked On As Host Jason Burke to talk about thankfulness with each of their respective teams and what they expect from the CBA in December. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonl...

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith tells you the impact of the Jose Quintana signing, the possibility of Japanese outfielder Seiya Suzuki to the Pittsburgh Pirates and the potential regret Ben Cherington could have with not protecting pitcher Tahnaj Thomas. All of that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today...

Gary and Ethan go over the 40-man roster decisions made by Ben Cherington and give their thoughts and analysis! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Bittner joins host Ethan Smith to talk about the prospective of Kevin Newman to the Bronx as well as Bryan Reynolds spot in the MVP voting and general off-season thoughts and CBA negotiation predictions! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your a...

On today's episode, host Ethan Smith talks about the rumors of Kevin Newman being on the New York Yankees radar as well as grading all of Ben Cherington's trades since he has stepped in as General Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates and how all of these trades will have a lasting impact on the Pirates moving forward. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up...

Host Ethan Smith celebrates 300 episodes of the Locked On Pirates podcast with his favorite moments since becoming host of the show as well as some notable moments from the Pirates in his time here thus far and what to expect in the near future! There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get...

Yoshi Tsutsugo and the Pirates are talking for a one year deal and host Ethan Smith loves the prospect of Yoshi returning. Also, Tanner Anderson and Phillip Evans are shown as released on the transaction log and Henry Davis is healthy and ready for a full 2022 season! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and us...

Gary Morgan joins host Ethan Smith every Monday to discuss the biggest Pirates topics of the week! This week is huge for the Pirates as 40-man roster decisions in terms of Rule 5 protection have to be made so who does Gary have on the "bubble" and other players to look out for in the coming days? Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up tod...

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Host Ethan Smith takes a dive into some affordable corner outfielding options for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2022 outside of Andrew McCutchen and how each can benefit Pittsburgh next season. Ethan also revisits the 2021 MLB Draft for the Pirates, headlined by catcher Henry Davis and a flurry of highly ranked players in the first couple rounds which is considered, as of right now, a masterclass by GM Ben Cherington. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place th...

Gary Morgan joins the show to talk about Jacob Stallings winning the Gold Glove for the first time in his career as well as Diego Castillo being selected to the 40-man roster and the Barry Bonds Hall of Fame dilemma after the new E-60 documentary! Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that p...

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Javi Reyes of the Locked On Padres podcast joins the show today to talk with Ethan about the availability of Bryan Reynolds as well as re-visiting the Adam Frazier trade and how it didn't work out for Slam Diego, at least for now. The duo also talks the off-season ahead of a ruthless CBA period soon. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll...

Ethan Smith talks about the Braves winning their first World Series since 1995 and what the Pirates can learn from Atlanta when they contend again. Also, its officially the off-season, what can Pittsburgh do in the next couple of weeks to begin the off-season off right! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has...

Host Ethan Smith comes at you again with some World Series previews and recaps as the Astros look to stay alive in game six and the Braves try to party like its 1995. Gordon Beckham gives some insight on how each team can win game six and the importance of lineup management as Ethan reacts. Also, is Ben Cherington going to be aggressive in the trade department again? This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy...

Gary Morgan joins Ethan Smith every Monday to talk about the Pittsburgh Pirates as the duo speaks about the importance Bryan Reynolds has to the Pirates as well as why MLB needs to talk about playoff scheduling, expansion and other CBA topics. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covere...

Bryan Reynolds receives much deserved recognition after being named a finalist for the NL outfield Silver Slugger Award and host Ethan Smith gives his thoughts on how he can build from a strong 2021 and that this might not be the only award Reynolds is a finalist for. Following that, Ethan previews the World Series with some help from Gordon Beckham and Locked On Insiders! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to b...

Gary Morgan joins host Ethan Smith on today's episode to discuss what the Pirates can learn from this postseason and how they can attack the 2021-2022 offseason with this mindset. Also, the duo gives their World Series predictions! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. B...

Adam Bittner joins the show to discuss the ideal scenarios that could build a "perfect" Pirates offseason heading into 2022! Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Built Bar is a pr...

Brice Paterik joins the show to talk about the Rangers on the wrong side of media as well as their off-season plans and how they parallel the Pirates plans this offseason! The duo also wonders if the Braves and Astros can close out their respective series or if the Dodgers and Red Sox have a chance to turn the tide with their backs against the wall. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever...

On today's episode, host Ethan Smith highlights some starting pitching options in free agency heading into 2022 with the Pirates likely looking for veteran pitching help this offseason. Also, Ethan opens up the mailbag to answer your questions about the Pirates and baseball as a whole! Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place...

Host Ethan Smith thinks the Astros and Dodgers have a chance to bounce back but how do they achieve that goal? Also, what options do the Pirates have to fill their RF void heading into 2022? This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCK...

Gary Morgan of the DK Podcast Network and Bucs in the Basement joins host Ethan Smith after a fun weekend of Pittsburgh sports to discuss the news of all minor league players receiving quality housing along with the regional television news that could spark the major CBA talks this offseason. Also, the duo can't wrap their heads around playoff pitching decisions and quite frankly, it could affect contract talks with pitchers in the future. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low...

Host Ethan Smith talks about Erik Gonzales' decision to head to free agency and why the middle infield cluster is the biggest reason for that. Following that, game five of the NLDS has massive ramifications and Ethan gives his prediction and analysis and finally, the Astros and Red Sox face off in the ALDS and Gordon Beckham gives his predictions with Ethan's reaction! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto...

On today's episode, Adam Bittner of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins host Ethan Smith as they recap the 2021 season for the NL Central as well as previewing game five of the NLDS between Los Angeles and San Francisco along with an ALCS preview and prediction for Houston and Boston! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. There is only 1 place that has you...

Gary Morgan of the DK Pittsburgh Sports Podcasting Network joins host Ethan Smith to talk about the move to fire Joey Cora, the Arizona Fall League roster for the Pirates and potential jumps for prospects in 2022 and the issues with "bullpenning" in the postseason. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy...

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith gives his thoughts on who the 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates MVPs were for the season, giving the award to a position player and a pitcher! Following that, Ethan recaps a wild NL Wild Card game between the Cardinals and Dodgers with a phenomenal ending from Chris Taylor and finally he previews the White Sox vs Astros and Rays vs Red Sox game ones in the ALDS! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low...

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Adam Bittner of the Pittsburgh-Post Gazette to recap what was a rather similar performance in a Wild Card Game for Gerrit Cole against Boston. Following that, the duo looks ahead to an expected busy offseason for the Buccos after Ben Cherington's season-ending presser. Finally, the Dodgers and Cardinals lock heads in the NL Wild Card and Ethan and Adam have your preview of the matchup. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. ...

Host Ethan Smith of Locked On Pirates talks about why the defense from the Pittsburgh Pirates was the biggest bright spot of 2021 and how it can translate to 2022. He also details his most surprising players for the Pirates from the 2021 season and previews the first postseason game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent...

On this special Locked On MLB teaser episode, Sully and Jeff Carr (Locked On Reds) take you through the Locked On MLB Playoff Power Rankings as voted on by Locked On’s local roster of MLB hosts. They make their predictions for the postseason and who will square off in the World Series, and offer thoughts on where they agree and disagree with consensus. Then, they’re joined by Lucas Smith (Locked On Cardinals) and Jeff Snider (Locked On Dodgers) to preview the National League Wild Card Game.  For full previews of the rest of the NL and AL series, tune...

Gary Morgan Jr. of DK Pittsburgh Sports joins host Ethan Smith as the duo talks about a fun weekend for Oneil Cruz in his MLB debut! They also cover their favorite moments of the 2021 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates and previewing the 2021 Playoffs and what they could mean for the Pirates! - This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. - Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. - Built...

Adam Bittner of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins Ethan Smith to analyze the debut of Roansy Contreras, bring up the possibility of an Oneil Cruz call up in the final series and the duo evaluates Ke'Bryan Hayes' rookie season and why people should remain patient with the young third baseman. This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Built Bar is a protein bar...

Host Ethan Smith is elated to see top pitching prospect Roansy Contreras pitch tonight against the Cubs! Also, the Pirates upend the Cubbies and have to go 4-1 in their final five games to avoid 100 losses and finally, Ethan evaluates the populated middle infield of the 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates! Locked On Pirates is proudly supported by our sponsors! This episode is brought to you by Spotify Greenroom. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and find one of our Locked On rooms. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On...