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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 Pirates locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Pirates podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Today · 22 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Jared Jones ROCKED + Offense's STRUGGLES Against Lefties Continue in Loss to Mets
Ryan and Nathan break down today's series finale between the Pirates and Mets.
Today · 17 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Bats WAKE UP and BLAST Mets in Shutout 9-0 Victory
The Pirates jumped on the Mets early in this one as the bats got going for an 9-0 win to snap a four-game losing streak.
Yesterday · 24 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates SLIDE Continues in Loss Against Mets.
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Mets.
Friday · 33 min
CUBS ASCEND: Chicago Cubs’ Statement Win Over Dodgers PRESSURES Brewers in NL Central BATTLE
NL Central rivals ramp up the playoff drama as the Chicago Cubs shake up the division by sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers and dominating the trade deadline with key acquisitions like Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes. Can the Cubs close the gap on the Milwaukee Brewers, who remain resilient atop the standings behind strong pitching and consistent management? The heated race intensifies, with the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals making strategic moves—while the Cincinnati Reds’ lackluster d
Thursday · 18 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Bucs LOSE AGAIN to Brewers to Finish a 2-6 Roadtrip as Season Slips Away
The Pirates free fall continues in a 5-2 loss to the Brewers to lose three-of-four in Milwaukee and finish the roadtrip 2-6 as they fall further out of the NL Wildcard race.
Thursday · 34 min
Paul Skenes Overshadowed as Pittsburgh Pirates' SLUMP HITS CRISIS Level
Pittsburgh Pirates’ playoff hopes stall as another offensive collapse follows a season-long cycle of missed opportunities. Can Paul Skenes meet ace expectations while balancing longevity and dominance, or is the team’s timing issue dooming another promising campaign? Gary Morgan spotlights the Pirates’ struggles syncing pitching, hitting, and bullpen performance, with stars like Bryan Reynolds and Brandon Lowe forced to carry the load in the wake of injuries to Ryan O’Hearn, Oneil Cruz, Spencer
Thursday · 17 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Paul Skenes STRUGGLES With Efficiency Again in Another Pirates Loss
Paul Skenes struggled again with four walks and three runs allowed in a 4-2 loss to the Brewers to drop the Pirates to two games under .500.
Wednesday · 37 min
SCARY: Esmerlyn Valdez is Slumping, or is he? The Numbers You Need to Hear
Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers refuse to challenge Esmerlyn Valdez—has the league finally adjusted, or is Valdez entering the next phase of his MLB ascent? Gary Morgan dissects Valdez’s eye-popping walk rate and why his recent slump might actually signal growth at the plate. As opposing pitchers work the edges and avoid giving Valdez anything to hit, the conversation shifts to lineup protection, evolving scouting reports, and the adjustments Valdez must make to reclaim his power threat. The bullpe
Wednesday · 16 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Offense Stays QUIET After 2 Solo Homers as Bucs DROP Game Two
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Brewers.
Tuesday · 34 min
BULLPEN FIX: Pittsburgh Pirates Land Camilo Doval, Luke Weaver, and REMAKE Bullpen at Trade Deadline
Pittsburgh Pirates overhaul their bullpen, but is it too late to salvage their playoff hopes? Gary Morgan spotlights Ben Cherrington’s aggressive trades for Camilo Doval, Luke Weaver, Kirby Yates, and Lake Bachar, transforming the Pirates’ relief corps just as the rest of the roster begins to unravel. With a devastating Mitch Keller injury sidelining their only veteran starter, the Pirates’ playoff push now rests on a raw young rotation helmed by Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Braxton Ashcraft, and B
Tuesday · 21 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Bullpen LOCKS IN To Take Game 1 in Milwaukee!
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Brewers.
Monday · 35 min
FLAWED: Pirates’ Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller STRUGGLE as Playoff Hopes FADE Fast
Pittsburgh Pirates face a crucial crossroads as the MLB trade deadline looms, but is roster continuity enough to spark a playoff push? Gary Morgan spotlights the team’s youth-heavy starting rotation—featuring Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bubba Chandler, and Braxton Ashcraft—and questions if Mitch Keller can rebound or if it’s time for a bullpen role. With the bullpen faltering and a lopsided lineup lacking right-handed thump, the Pirates’ path to October grows murkier. Key discussion points includ
August 2 · 17 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Mitch Keller ROCKED for 7 runs in 10-2 Laugher to Reds to Drop Back Under .500
Mitch Keller got just six outs in this one as he was hit hard for seven runs allowed on six hits and four walks in a 10-2 loss in Cincinnati.
August 2 · 23 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates SECURE Rain Delay Victory in Cincy
Nathan breaks down game three of the series between the Pirates and Reds.
August 1 · 29 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Paul Skenes STRUGGLES and a Defensive DISASTER Leads to Loss
Nathan and Ryan break down game two of the series between the Pirates and Reds in another loss.
July 31 · 37 min
Will the Pittsburgh Pirates Finally Get SERIOUS About Winning and Address Needs?
Pittsburgh Pirates enter the MLB trade deadline as buyers for the first time in years, with playoff hopes driving a bold new approach. Can a deal for Luke Weaver or Robbie Ray transform the pitching staff, or will prospect cost force Ben Cherrington’s hand? Gary Morgan weighs the pros and cons of parting with rising talents like Sammy Stafura and Murph Gray as the Pirates target crucial bullpen reinforcements. Key discussions center on Nick Gonzales' defensive struggles versus his offensive nec
July 31 · 18 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Reds WALK OFF the Pirates 3-2 in First Game of Pivotal Road Series
The Reds squeaked out a run in the bottom of the 9th inning to walk off the Pirates 3-2 in the first game of a huge road series.
July 30 · 33 min
PASSENGER: Pirates' lineup STALLS—Why Marcell Ozuna's Time Is UP
Pittsburgh Pirates’ once-powerful offense sputters at a crucial juncture—can they snap out of their slump before the trade deadline? Gary Morgan spotlights glaring struggles against left-handed pitching, the impact of Oneil Cruz’s absence, and whether names like Marcell Ozuna and Billy Cook are still part of the Pirates’ postseason equation. With the Cincinnati Reds looming, Gary Morgan explores potential trade targets—Tyler Stephenson, Brady Singer, and bullpen options like Caleb Ferguson—and
July 29 · 17 min
PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Bats SILENCED 3-0 By Another Lefty Starter as D-Backs Take Series
Arizona left-handed starter Eduardo Rodriguez shut down the Bucs bats in this one and there was no comeback in a 3-0 loss to drop a pivotal series against the Diamondbacks.
July 29 · 34 min
RESILIENCE: Pirates Fight Back—Brandon Lowe and Bryan Reynolds DELIVER Epic Comeback Attempt
Pittsburgh Pirates ignite PNC Park with a jaw-dropping late comeback but fall short in 12 innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Can Bryan Reynolds and Brandon Lowe’s clutch heroics propel the team into true playoff contention, or will defensive lapses and lineup frustrations derail their momentum? Gary Morgan recaps the Pirates’ heart-pounding 8-7 loss, dissecting Bo Chandler’s tough start, Nick Gonzalez’s multi-hit magic, and the struggles at third base and in the outfield. The conversatio