The Pittsburgh Pirates are coming off of a 7-0 week that featured sweeps of the Colorado Rockies and Cincinnati Reds, making their record on the season a National League best 16-7. So, are the Pirates the hottest team in baseball right now? Well, host Ethan Smith joins Locked On MLB host Sully to discuss the Pirates hot start, why they are winning ball games in different ways, contributors Pirates fans may not have expected, off-season signings paying off early and if the Pirates can keep this up with the expected state of the NL Central. All of that and more on the second Monday 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=YouTubeLocked 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