Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates

On today's episode, host Ethan Smith opens up the mailbag to answer your questions about the Pittsburgh Pirates, ranging from expectations for Mike Burrows, Roansy Contreras and other young pieces, the future of the first base position, pitching and more!

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The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation on paper looks as good as it has for some time heading into 2023 with new faces inserting themselves into the picture, but to kick off the 2023 Preview Series, the future of the starting rotation will still be of the upmost importance. Who shines in the starting rotation, how are the veterans handled and when could we expect some top prospects to insert themselves into the picture? All of that and more on today's episode of Locked On Pirates.

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On today's episode of Locked On Pirates, multiple outlets have shared their projections for what the Pittsburgh Pirates record could look like heading into 2023 and that sparked the interest of Ethan Smith. Coming off of two-straight 100 loss seasons, expectations could be "low" compared to MLB standards, but on paper this Pirates team looks much better than what we have seen the past few seasons. What kind of expectations should we place on the Pirates this year and how can they achieve them?

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Baseball America released their highly-anticipated Top-100 MLB Prospects list for 2023, with four Pittsburgh Pirates making the cut while some other big names in the system fell out. Ethan Smith highlights the four players who made it in and tells Pirates fans not to panic about prospect rankings as far as who fell out. Also, with many positional battles likely for Spring Training in Bradenton, Florida, Ethan takes an early look at what the tune up period will like for some of Pittsburgh's top young players.

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Extra episode today, sitting down w/ Pirates prospect and 2022 first-round pick Thomas Harrington!

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On today's show, host Ethan Smith is ecstatic about the return of Andrew McCutchen to Pittsburgh, highlighting the sentimental side of things, why the move to bring him back makes the outfield, and the team, better and how he can mentor a slew of young outfielders while also getting live reactions from you, the fans.

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On today's episode, host Ethan Smith talks about the Zach Thompson trade to the Toronto Blue Jays for OF Chavez Young and how Young fits into the mold in a hefty outfield group. Also, before withdrawing from the KBO Draft, 18-year old RHP Shim Jun-seok was slated to be the top overall pick but could make his way to Pittsburgh soon. Finally, the latest on Bryan Reynolds extension/trade conversation.

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On today's show, Ethan begins with a heartfelt and emotional message for Bills safety and Pittsburgh native Damar Hamlin after the tragic events on Monday Night Football. Following that, it's 2023 and a new year for the Pittsburgh Pirates. What New Year's Resolutions should the Pittsburgh Pirates have to take the next steps to becoming a competitive baseball team again?

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On today's show, host Ethan Smith shares his thoughts on the acquisition of LHP Rich Hill via a one-year, $8 million dollar contract as GM Ben Cherington honored his wish of acquiring one more veteran starter. Also, Ethan takes a look at the 2023 pitching outlook and offers advice and insight on how the Pirates should handle the pitching staff this upcoming season. 

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Locked On Sports Today, hosted by Peter Bukowski takes a look at the biggest sports moments from 2022. From Aaron Judge's home run record, to championships for the Warriors, Rams, Astros, and Avalanche, to retirements of Coach K, Sue Bird, and Tom Brady retiring and un-retiring, 2022 was a big year in sports. In this year end special we look back on the biggest stories, the biggest games, and the superstars who called it a career.

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