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Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates

Locked On Podcast Network, Ethan Smith

Locked On Pirates podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Ethan Smith, a writer for Inside the Bucs, the Locked On Pirates podcast provides your daily Pirates fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pirates franchise. Locked On Pirates takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the

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00:29:00

Oneil Cruz is back for 2024, so how does he take the...

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2024/02/16

In what will arguably be my favorite 2024 Player Preview Series episode, host Ethan Smith discusses everyone's favorite 6-foot-7 shortstop, Oneil Cruz.Sadly, 2023 was a lost campaign for Cruz, a campaign in which we expected to be able to answer a ton of questions about Pittsburgh's next potential star.Going into the season 100-percent healthy, Cruz will have his first opportunity for a full campaign. Can he stick at shortstop defensively? Does his bat take the next step? Can he be a potential 30-30

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00:29:17

The options are there at second base for the...

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2024/02/15

2024 Player Preview Series episodes have been fun as the season inches closer and closer.On today's show, host Ethan Smith talks about one of his favorite off-season topics, the second base position battle that awaits in Spring and throughout the season.The options are there for the Pirates, they include Liover Peguero, Nick Gonzales, Ji-hwan Bae and Jared Triolo. How important will each of their Spring performances dictate the Pirates decision? Why the Pirates must give longer stints to fully

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00:49:02

Live! Pitchers and catchers report day! + general...

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2024/02/14

Pitchers and catchers report to Bradenton, Florida today and host Ethan Smith is going live to talk about baseball being back, his trip to PNC in April, what to look for in Spring and just chatting Pirates baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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00:29:13

Can Rowdy Tellez regain his 2022 form + who platoons...

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2024/02/13

The 2024 Player Preview Series has been an absolute blast and I hope you're all enjoying it thus far.Today, host Ethan Smith discusses another off-season addition, discussing Rowdy Tellez and the impact he has on the first base position for the Pittsburgh Pirates.Can he be a 20-plus home run player again? With defensive worries, who platoons alongside him to sure up the position? How does he effect the first base position overall and can he be a plus-player in 2024?Ethan discusses on today's episode

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00:30:02

Breaking down the Pittsburgh Pirates signing of...

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2024/02/12

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss the signing of Yasmani Grandal, what it means for the Pirates catching room, what his role and expectations should be, and more.Also, the duo discusses Jason Delay and the other options the Pirates have available at the catching position and why having these options could take some pressure off Henry Davis.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want,

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00:28:19

With ample opportunities expected, Henry Davis enters...

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2024/02/09

The 2024 Player Preview Series is rolling along, we've talked about pitching, now lets move to the field, starting with Henry Davis.Henry Davis was thrust into the starting catching role after Endy Rodriguez sustained a winter ball injury that will sideline him for the 2024 season.This season is very important for a ton of reasons for Davis? Can he figure out how to play the catching position at an MLB level? Will the bat take its necessary next steps? What's the fallout moving forward if he doesn't

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00:30:36

Can the complimentary pieces of the Pittsburgh...

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2024/02/08

On the last 2024 Player Review Series episode, we discussed the potential of David Bednar, Aroldis Chapman and Colin Holderman being among MLB's best trio of relievers.Well, strong bullpen's aren't dictated by three players. Can the rest of the bullpen, with names like Carmen Mlodzinski, Ryan Borucki and Dauri Moreta standing out, make the Pirates bullpen group a top-10 unit in all of baseball?With the group already being somewhat strong in 2023, what can the bullpen grow up to achieve this

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00:29:47

Can David Bednar, Colin Holderman & Aroldis Chapman...

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2024/02/07

The 2024 Player Preview series has been electric thus far as we continue to take a look at the players we expect on the Pirates 2024 roster.Today, we talk about David Bednar, Colin Holderman and Aroldis Chapman, three relievers who all had strong 2023 campaigns in their own ways and a trio that has the potential to be the best 7-8-9 inning punch in all of baseball.Does Bednar have yet another All-Star campaign? Does Chapman fully embrace his role as a set-up reliever and does he stay consistent or

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00:29:44

Are Paul Skenes, Jared Jones or Anthony Solometo...

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2024/02/06

The 2024 Player Preview Series continues once again, this time taking the discussion away from Pittsburgh and going to the minor league system to discuss Paul Skenes, Jared Jones and Anthony Solometo.That trio has been heavily discussed as the most likely pitchers to get called-up to the big league roster in 2024, and rightfully so, as all three are very talented. For Skenes, how does he adjust to a professional pitching schedule? For Jones, can his continued success be built upon in 2024 at AAA

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00:31:54

One of Quinn Priester, Luis Ortiz or Roansy Contreras...

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2024/02/05

The 2024 Player Preview Series is in full swing as we continue to talk about starting pitching, this time discussing a trio that will have a ton on their plates in 2024.Quinn Priester, Luis Ortiz and Roansy Contreras have all been highly touted pitchers in the Pirates system, but 2023 left a ton to be desired from all three. With the rotation still needing spots filled, one of the three must step up for the organization in 2024, and maybe Oscar Marin's job.Who will get the most opportunities to do

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00:29:01

Can Martin Perez & Marco Gonzales return to past form...

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2024/02/01

The 2024 Player Preview series continues today as host Ethan Smith discusses the duo of Martin Perez and Marco Gonzales on today's show.Perez was apart of a World Series roster in 2024 w/ the Texas Rangers, losing some playing time with a loaded staff, but he's shown he has the stuff to be viable pitcher on any staff. Can Perez rekindle some of his past form? Did the Pirates find a gem in signing him? Can he be a solid number two option behind Keller?Gonzales was acquired via trade and it rose some

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00:30:04

After a 2023 All-Star campaign, what can expect from...

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2024/01/31

Today's episode begins the 2024 Player Preview series, and we begin with one of Pittsburgh's best, Mitch Keller.Keller had an impressive 2023 campaign that saw him appear in the All-Star Game and become the unquestioned ace of the staff, but all eyes will be on him again as the top rotation option in 2024.How can Keller expand on his performance from 2023? Can he play at an All-Star level again? How much pressure is on the Pirates to get him locked up long-term? We'll talk about all of that and more

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00:34:04

Could the Pirates actually contend in 2024? w/ Locked...

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2024/01/30

On today's edition of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith heads over to Locked On MLB w/ Sully Baseball!The duo discusses the off-season so far for the entire NL Central, highlighting the division as one that could be up for grabs for any of Pittsburgh, St. Louis, Milwaukee, Chicago or Cincinnati and how a log jam could see each team treat 2024 in a competitive manner.Following that, Sully asks Ethan about the Pirates off-season, his thoughts on the overall roster and the moves made thus far and why

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00:34:08

Pittsburgh Pirates well represented in MLB Pipeline...

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2024/01/29

Good morning and happy Monday everyone.Host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan today to discuss the MLB Pipeline top-100 list that was released Friday, with five Pittsburgh Pirates ranking on the list.Paul Skenes ranks as the highest starting pitcher on the list and with his potential through the roof, could he make his MLB debut this season?Termarr Johnson ranked in the top-50, being the highest true second baseman. With his hit tool having scouts drooling, just how good can Termarr be?Jared

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00:28:38

Mailbag: Pittsburgh Pirates next move? Positives...

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2024/01/25

On today's edition of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith opens the mailbag for you all, answering some questions and sharing some of your opinions on the Pittsburgh Pirates.The Pirates added Aroldis Chapman this week, but are the done adding and if they are not, what is their next move?Could Carlos Santana return? Is Michael Lorenzen a possibility? What about Michael A Taylor?Also, what positives can we look forward to heading into the 2024 campaign?And finally, what is Termarr Johnson's ceiling in

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00:30:34

With the introduction of Aroldis Chapman, how strong...

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2024/01/24

On Monday night, we got news that the Pirates would be adding Aroldis Chapman on a one-year deal, news that came as a shock to many.Host Ethan Smith gave his initial reaction on yesterday's show w/ Gary Morgan, but now that the dust has settled a bit, it appears the Pirates may have one of MLB's strongest units out of the bullpen going into next season.What role does Chapman fill? Where does Holderman go? Can Moreta, Mlodinski, Borucki and other have similar success to their 2023 campaigns? Ethan

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00:31:45

Reaction to Aroldis Chapman signing + 2024 a boom or...

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2024/01/23

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith is joined by Gary Morgan to discuss the signing of reliever Aroldis Chapman and 2021 No. 1 overall selection Henry Davis.Why discuss Davis? Well, Endy Rodriguez will be absent in 2024 due to injury, thrusting Davis into the catcher role for the upcoming season. His defensive woes are apparent and the bat left a lot to be desired last season, so if Davis fails to improve in the areas he needs to, what happens to him in 2025? What has to happen

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00:30:53

FanGraphs ZiPS projections offer valuable player...

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2024/01/19

On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, host Ethan Smith turns to FanGraphs today, taking a look at their projections for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2024.Who will lead the team in HRs? Who leads the way in strikeouts from the pitching staff? How about OPS, AVG, stolen bases and other metrics?Also, Ethan takes a look at three pitchers and three hitters, highlighting each of their projections and why those projections could offer some positivity for those players to each have a good season entering

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00:31:41

Pittsburgh Pirates highlighted in pitching MLB...

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2024/01/18

Welcome back to Locked On Pirates folks.Host Ethan Smith talks today about Paul Skenes and Anthony Solometo ranking in the top-10 of all MLB pitching prospects from each throwing side and what to expect from both of them, what they mean to this team longterm and if, and how, both could make their way to Pittsburgh in 2024.Following that, young players are plentiful on the Pirates roster, which offers a chance for some risers and fallers to emerge throughout the season. Which players could see the

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00:34:41

Pittsburgh Pirates 2024 Spring Training has the...

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2024/01/16

On today's episode, host Ethan Smith and guest Gary Morgan discuss 2024 Spring Training, the multiple positional battles that could shape the roster for the upcoming season, why it could be the funnest Spring in years, and more.With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.Empower yourself when

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