{"podcast":{"title":"Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates","slug":"locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933","podcast_index_feed_id":63933,"rss_url":"https://feeds.simplecast.com/z3NI6hOx","website_url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pirates/","image_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/ca178804-c720-476f-9857-ad70690e8c6a/2cab38d9-c9b3-4276-a749-f55220662add/3000x3000/uploads-2f1552678703350-zocgph5npv9-17b26d8b6719b088db2f96353560e458-2flocked-on-pirates-podcast-bg-new.jpg?aid=rss_feed","author":"Locked On Podcast Network","episode_count":500,"summary":"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.","last_synced_at":"2026-10-01T18:23:08.296039+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933"},"episode":{"title":"NO REBUILD: Pittsburgh Pirates Should RUN IT BACK—Brandon Lowe's IMPACT & Mitch Keller's Future","slug":"no-rebuild-pittsburgh-pirates-should-run-it-back-brandon-lowe-s-impact-mitch-keller-s-future","published_at":"2026-09-16T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933/no-rebuild-pittsburgh-pirates-should-run-it-back-brandon-lowe-s-impact-mitch-keller-s-future","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933","url":"https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pirates/","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pdrl.fm/c332f6/lockedon.simplecastaudio.com/ca178804-c720-476f-9857-ad70690e8c6a/episodes/45902186-3235-4820-b6cb-2aa12e11b71a/audio/128/default.mp3?aid=rss_feed&awCollectionId=ca178804-c720-476f-9857-ad70690e8c6a&awEpisodeId=45902186-3235-4820-b6cb-2aa12e11b71a&feed=z3NI6hOx","summary":"Pittsburgh Pirates edge closer to playoff contention as Brandon Lau’s breakout and O’Neil Cruz’s explosive return spark new optimism. Can targeted offseason moves finally vault the Pirates into the postseason picture? Gary Morgan reveals a grounded, bold GM vision for the Pirates—highlighting roster decisions on Mitch Keller, Camilo Doval, and the value of retaining Brandon Lau at second base. Key topics include smart pitching acquisitions, overhauling the third base options, and the importance of flexibility over traditional DH roles. The episode spotlights player development, tough arbitration calls, and the unwavering push to maximize homegrown talent. Plus, a passionate case for MLB to retire Roberto Clemente’s No. 21 league-wide, honoring a legacy that transcends statistics.","meta_description":"Pittsburgh Pirates edge closer to playoff contention as Brandon Lau’s breakout and O’Neil Cruz’s explosive return spark new optimism. Can targeted offseas…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1953,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933/episodes/no-rebuild-pittsburgh-pirates-should-run-it-back-brandon-lowe-s-impact-mitch-keller-s-future/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933/no-rebuild-pittsburgh-pirates-should-run-it-back-brandon-lowe-s-impact-mitch-keller-s-future.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}