The Pittsburgh Pirates are arguably the hottest team in baseball right now and took advantage of their momentum with a series sweep of the Cincinnati Reds over the weekend. Host Ethan Smith joins Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker of Locked On Reds to discuss the Pirates momentum and success so far this season, the shortcomings of the Reds despite solid outings from their starting pitching, how the Reds will adjust and how the Pirates can sustain their good play and how each team will look different when these teams meet again in a few months. All of that and more on today's first episode of Locked On Pirates. Today's episode is brought to you by Ultimate Baseball GM. Ever dreamed of becoming an MLB GM and managing your baseball franchise? Then this game is definitely for you! To download the game just visit; ultimate baseball gm DOT COM or look it up on the app stores. Our listeners get a 100% free boost to their franchise when using the promo LOCKEDON (ALL CAPS) in the game. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who can take you on that journey of self-discovery from wherever you are. Visit BetterHelp.com/lockedonmlb today to get 10% off your first month. Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOPirates?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB #Pirates #PittsburghPirates #MLB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices