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Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates
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…
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Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesHas Paul Skeens’ Struggle PUSHED the Pittsburgh Pirates Out of Contention for Good?
Pittsburgh Pirates fans get a glimmer of hope as Paul Skenes looks like an ace again against the San Diego Padres. Has Skenes finally turned the corner with…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Offense CONTINUES LACK of CLUTCH HITTING in Loss to Padres
Nathan breaks down the series finale between the Pirates and Padres. The Pirates offense continued their struggles with runners in scoring position in today's…
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Paul Skenes Shoved Last Night, but the Pirates Staff has Regressed in 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates’ high-strikeout pitching staff falters as defensive lapses and bullpen instability fuel a 2026 regression. Can talent alone carry a team…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Oneil Cruz HOMERS LATE to Give Pirates 1-0 Victory over Padres
Oneil Cruz belted a solo home run off Padres super closer Mason Miller in the 9th inning to give the Pirates their second straight victory. This game featured…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates WIN A WILD ONE 3-2 Over the Padres in 12 Innings
The Pirates battled back after blowing a 2-1 lead and a nice Ashcraft outing to win 3-2 in 12 innings of a wild affair in San Diego. Neither team scored a run…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesRESET: Time for the Pittsburgh Pirates To MAKE Overhaul? Don Kelly, Ben Cherington in Spotlight
Pittsburgh Pirates fans call for a total reset—should the front office and coaching staff be fired after another underwhelming season? Gary Morgan tackles the…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesOBSESSION: Pirates vs. Left-Handed Pitching – Should Oneil Cruz Always START Over Billy Cook?
Pittsburgh Pirates’ playoff hopes stall as offensive woes persist, especially against left-handed aces like Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell. Are lineup decisions…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Bats BLANKED as Dodgers Complete Sweep
The Pirates were shut down by Dodgers starter Blake Snell in a 4-0 loss to be swept by the Dodgers and drop a season-worst 6 games under .500. Snell fired six…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Offense Strikes Early but Dodgers CAPITALIZE and Take Game 2
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Dodgers. Jared Jones would pitch three strong innings in an LA homecoming but would struggle…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates RALLY to Force Extras Only to Lose in 10 Innings to Dodgers
The Pirates rallied to force extra innings, but failed to score in the top of the 10th inning and the Dodgers walked it off on the Pirates in a 5-4 loss. The…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesSHOWDOWN: Pirates’ Playoff Dreams HANG On Nine-Game Road Gauntlet—Will They OUTPLAY the Dodgers?
Pittsburgh Pirates face season-defining road trip—can they claw back into the playoff race or is it time to focus on 2027? Gary Morgan spotlights the team’s…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesBREAKOUT: Rafael Flores Jr. COMMANDS Pirates’ Spotlight, FORCING Catcher Controversy
Pittsburgh Pirates ignite a catching controversy as Rafael Flores Jr. makes history with two clutch home runs in a single game, pushing the team to a pivotal…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesHISTORIC: Pittsburgh Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft SHATTERS Modern MLB Norms With Dominant Efficiency
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft turns back the clock with a two-start stretch straight out of baseball’s golden era. Can his jaw-dropping…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Braxton Ashcraft STELLAR for SECOND STRAIGHT Start as Pirates Take Game Two!
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Tigers. Braxton Ashcraft for the second straight outing was as efficient as ever. Ashcraft…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesSTOP THE EXPERIMENT: Why the Pittsburgh Pirates Must REMOVE Carmen Mlodzinski From the Rotation NOW
Pittsburgh Pirates’ stubborn stance on Carmen Mlodzinski’s role could be costing them wins. Will clinging to failed experiments and questionable game…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Carmen Mlodzinski CONTINUES STRUGGLES as a Starter as Bucs Drop Game One to Tigers
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Tigers. In Carmen Mlodzinski's 3rd straight start, he continued to struggle. Mlodzinski would…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesADJUSTMENTS: Pittsburgh Pirates Shake Up Lineup as Esmerlyn Valdez Change Lengthens Lineup
Pittsburgh Pirates finally embrace midseason adjustments as fresh lineup ideas and bold roster shuffling spark optimism. Can reimagined batting order…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates LIGHT UP Southpaw to Take Series Win Over the Red Sox
The Pirates managed a successful bullpen game, ripped a lefty starter and navigated a two hour and 34 minute rain relay to defeat the Red Sox 8-3 for a series…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Offense Yet Again SILENT in Loss to Red Sox
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Red Sox. Jared Jones had an overall solid day on the mound. Jones would throw 5 innings…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates’ POWER and GOOD Pitching Led the Way in Win over Red Sox
The Pirates belted two home runs to power their way past the Red Sox 8-4 for their second straight win. Brandon Lowe hit a huge 3-run home run for his 26th…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesMASTERPIECE: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Braxton Ashcraft SHUTS DOWN Marlins with Historic Complete Game
Pittsburgh Pirates fans witnessed history as Braxton Ashcraft threw a 3-hit complete game against the Miami Marlins, racking up 10 strikeouts on just 85…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Braxton Ashcraft SHUTS DOWN the Marlins with a Complete Game in 13-1 Blowout
The Pirates snapped their 3-game losing streak with an 13-1 victory as Braxton Ashcraft dominated the Marlins with a complete game. Ashcraft struck out 10…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesUNDERDOG CHAOS: How the Pittsburgh Pirates REPEAT the Same Mistakes – Who’s to Blame?
Pittsburgh Pirates fans confront another season of frustration as organizational missteps linger—are the real problems being addressed, or just masked by…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates DROP 7th STRAIGHT Series of 2nd Half in Miami
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Marlins. Carmen Mlodzinski struggled in his second straight start, along with Evan Sisk and…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates"IT IS WHAT IT IS": Paul Skenes & Pirates RUN Out of Answers—Outlook DARKENS
Pittsburgh Pirates reach a crossroads—does the team still believe in itself as the season slips away? Paul Skenes’ surprising postgame response after an early…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Offense STAYS QUIET in Game One Loss in Miami
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Marlins. The Pirates offense continued their second half struggles in game one against…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesSINKING SHIP: Pittsburgh Pirates Playoff Hopes SLIP Away Before Oneil Cruz Ever Returns
Pittsburgh Pirates’ playoff hopes sink after another tough series loss, despite flashes from stars like Oneil Cruz and Esmerlyn Valdez. Can the Bucs find a…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. Jared Jones was hit hard by the Mets offense. Allowing 8 earned runs over 3…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. Jake Mangum had three hits, two…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates SLIDE Continues in Loss Against Mets.
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Mets. The Pirates offense continued to show little life against lefties. They would score 2…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesCUBS 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPaul 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. The Pirates bat…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesSCARY: 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. The Pirates offense was quiet tonight besides solo homers from Jacob Gonzalez and…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesBULLPEN 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Bullpen LOCKS IN To Take Game 1 in Milwaukee!
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Brewers. Bubba Chandler started strong against the Brew Crew where he went 4.2 innings of…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesFLAWED: 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. The bats, on the…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates SECURE Rain Delay Victory in Cincy
Nathan breaks down game three of the series between the Pirates and Reds. Braxton Ashcraft was solid in a bounce back performance where he went 5 innings and…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. Paul Skenes did not look like his CY Young self-tonight in a no…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesWill 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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. The Pirates went with a…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPASSENGER: 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesRESILIENCE: 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…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates Dramatic Comeback ENDS in Heartbreak
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Diamondbacks. Bubba Chandler was hit for weak contact in a short 4 inning outing. Chandler…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesSIGNIFICANT WIN: Pirates Edge Diamondbacks, Mitch Keller and Brandon Lowe CAPTURE July Playoff Feel
Pittsburgh Pirates electrify PNC Park with a dramatic 3-2 walk-off win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, fueled by Brandon Lowe’s clutch hitting and a bullpen…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Mitch Keller SOLID for 2nd Straight as Bucs WALK IT OFF in Extras!
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Diamondbacks. Mitch Keller was solid for a second straight outing after the break. Only…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesWildcard Drama ERUPTS as Pittsburgh Pirates Face Arizona Diamondbacks in Pivotal Series
Pittsburgh Pirates eye a statement sweep as the playoff race intensifies. Can Mitch Keller anchor the rotation and spark the Bucs past the Arizona Diamondbacks…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Ryan O’Hearn’s GRAND SLAM Leads the Way Past Cubs as Pirates Avoid the Sweep
The Pirates bat finally woke up with three home runs including a grand slam by Ryan O'Hearn to lead the Bucs to an 8-7 win over the Cubs. The win salvages a…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Shota Imanaga CONTINUES DOMINANCE Over Pirates, as Bucs get Blown Out
Nathan breaks down game two of the series between the Pirates and Cubs. The Pirates offense continued to struggle as Cubs starter Shota Imanaga continued his…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates FALL to Cubs 3-2 in Extras in Tough First Game of Series
The Pirates fall to the Cubs 3-2 in 10 innings after falling to record an extra base hit all game. Dansby Swanson laced an RBI single into center field where…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesAMA Takeover! Has Mason Montgomery earned a more prominent role?
Pittsburgh Pirates eye playoff push as Esmerlyn Valdez emerges as a force and key lineup changes loom. Will rising stars and bold trade rumors propel the Bucs…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesOvermanagement: Pittsburgh Pirates IGNORE In-Game Evidence
Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes hang in the balance as overmanagement overshadows stellar starts from Mitch Keller and Bubba Chandler. Why are aces being…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: Keller and Chandler Start Second Half Right; However, Pirates SPLIT Double Header
Nathan breaks down today's double header that wrapped up the series between the Pirates and Yankees. Bubba Chandler shined in game two, however the offense and…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesUNLOCKING Depth: Pittsburgh Pirates’ PLAN for Trade Deadline—Pitching is ESSENTIAL
Pittsburgh Pirates eye a playoff surge as the MLB trade deadline approaches—will Ben Cherington make the aggressive moves needed to fortify the roster? Gary…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPittsburgh Pirates Rotation SHAKEN as Braxton Ashcraft Faces First True MLB Push Back
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft hits a rough patch as major league hitters figure him out—can he make the crucial adjustments before the season…
Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh PiratesPIRATES POSTCAST: DISAPPOINTING Start to Braxton Ashcraft's 2nd Half Leads to Defeat Against Yankees
Nathan breaks down game one of the series between the Pirates and Yankees. Bad defense, a bad Braxton Ashcraft start and a quiet offense after a quick comeback…