Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays
1,093 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 90 ratingsThe Locked On Rays podcast is your daily podcast covering all facets of the Tampa Bay Rays. Hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano bring a journalist's and fan's perspective to dissect all things Rays, giving you your morning cup of coffee of baseball analytics, traditional stats, recaps and ramblings of the team they've followed for years. Join us every day for an exciting season that could be as thrilling as a certain comeback, extra-inning walk-off victory! Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow the podcast on Twitter @LockedOnRays and e-mail comments/questions to [email protected]
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Comeback Stories of Shane Baz & Brendan McKay with Aram Leighton from Just Baseball | Locked On Rays
February 23, 2024 19:14 - 41 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have started their Spring Training schedule and there are many young players trying to break through such as Top 100 prospects in Junior Caminero, Curtis Mead and others who want to finally cement themselves such as Jonathan Aranda. To talk about the comeback stories of Shane Baz, Brendan McKay and other news around MLB, JustBaseball.com founder Aram Leighton joins the show. What could we expect from Shane Baz and Brendan McKay? Let us know your thoughts down in the comment...
Can Junior Caminero Win AL Rookie of the Year with Aram Leighton from Just Baseball | Locked On Rays
February 22, 2024 22:00 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have had a terrific farm system for what seems decades. This year, the Rays have 4 consensus Top 100 prospects in Junior Caminero, Curtis Mead, Carson Williams and Xavier Isaac. To talk about top prospects, changes in Rays farm system, some prospects that are under the radar, JustBaseball.com founder Aram Leighton joins the show. Can Junior Caminero win the AL's 2024 Rookie of the Year award? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ ...
MAILBAG: Pick the Best Rays Trade | Locked On Rays
February 21, 2024 12:40 - 36 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! -With the benefit of hindsight, how would you rank these 3 trades in terms of the best value for the Rays: 1. The Chris Archer / Tyler Glasnow trade 2. The Jake Bauers / Yandy Diaz trade 3. The Austin Meadows / Isaac Paredes trade -Now that spring training is about to begin, what issues and concerns do you have for the Rays going into the 2024 season? -What can be expected from Shane Baz in 2024? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @Kevi...
Rays 2024 Promotional Giveaways | Locked On Rays
February 20, 2024 12:01 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have unveiled their 2024 promotional giveaway schedule and there are some new, interesting and fun surprises. Not only is there a Dave Wills Tropical shirt day, but there’s also a Yandy Diaz bobblehead, a Randy Arozarena Luchador Mask and a Flappy Boi Zip-Up hoodie among others. Which are your favorite giveaways?Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subs...
Without Wander Franco, Is José Caballero the Answer at Shortstop for 2024? | Locked On Rays
February 19, 2024 22:00 - 38 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had their annual Fan Fest celebration during the weekend and it was a tremendous success. As Spring Training gets started, there are many competitions Rays fans could see and shortstop is one of those. Is José Caballero going to see more than 100 games at the position? With Taylor Walls starting the season on the IL, how many games will he take part in that platoon? Can Osleivis Basabe make a dent? Are there dark horses for this position—-Curtis Mead and Junior Caminero?Let...
Rays Unveil Themed Nights at Tropicana Field for the 2024 Season | Locked On Rays
February 16, 2024 23:37 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have unveiled their themed nights for the 2024 season and there is something for everyone! From Heritage nights, to appreciation days to even a Harry Potter Themed Night, Rays fans are bound to be incentivized even more to go to the Trop this year. What is your favorite three from the list?Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast pl...
First Impressions from Spring Training | Locked On Rays
February 15, 2024 22:00 - 41 minutesAs Spring Training has begun with pitchers and catchers reporting, Locked On Rays is joined by WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky to share his impressions of the first day at Port Charlotte. How important were both extensions to Kevin Cash and Erik Neander? Where does Naoyuki Uwasawa fit in the rotation plans? What is the most intriguing storyline for this team during ST? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises ...
Is Curtis Mead the Perfect Platoon With Brandon Lowe? | Locked On Rays
February 14, 2024 22:00 - 36 minutesAs Spring Training gets closer each day, Locked On Rays will be highlighting possible competitions for roles by position. Today, second base is at the plate. Brandon Lowe is an All-Star level player when he’s healthy. But, how many games can you think he will be available? As a lefty hitter, he has the larger platoon. But, who can be that complement who can handle second base against LHP? Is this an opportunity for the Australian prospect Curtis Mead to shine and get consistent at bats in MLB...
Does Yandy Diaz Have Competition at First Base? | Locked On Rays
February 12, 2024 22:00 - 34 minutesAs Spring Training gets closer each day, Locked On Rays will be highlighting possible competitions for roles by position. Today, let’s start with first base. Yandy Diaz is the mainstay. However, if there is a Harold Ramirez trade, which opens up the DH role for Yandy to stay healthy, who could be earning playing time by taking those ABs? Against RHP, could Jonathan Aranda finally get consistent playing time to translate those impressive minor league offensive numbers to MLB? What would be the...
Kevin Cash & Erik Neander Sign Contract Extensions | Locked On Rays
February 09, 2024 22:00 - 37 minutesFUN FRIDAY EPISODE! Kevin Cash & Erik Neander aren't going anywhere! Both have been signed to contract extensions and although the financials and length of contract haven't been shared publicly yet, we know that both contracts will take them to the opening of the new stadium for the 2028 season. For baseball trivia: -How many Rays managers have there been? -Can you name them all? -Who has better winning percentage? -Who has the most wins? To close out, we have 'Name That WAR!'. Follow Kevin...
Dave Wills Will Be Inducted in the Rays Hall of Fame in 2024 | Locked On Rays
February 08, 2024 12:38 - 35 minutesThis season the Tampa Bay Rays will be inducting Dave Wills into the team's Hall of Fame this season. Wills, a beloved Rays radio broadcaster, spent almost two decades calling the biggest moments in franchise history. This is the second year of the team's Hall of Fame. Last year, the first three inductees were Don Zimmer, Wade Boggs & Carl Crawford. Who do you think is a former player that could be inducted this year along with Dave Wills? Fred McGriff? James Shields? Ben Zobrist? Let us know...
What's MLB's 70 Points Equivalent? | Locked On Rays
February 07, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutesOnly 10 players have ever scored 70 or more points in an NBA game, most recently done by Dallas Maverick Luka Dončić. What is the equivalent in MLB? Is it hitting 4 HRs in a single game? Unassisted Triple Play? Hitting for the cycle? A pair of grand slams? Which Rays player could do these feats?Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 htt...
What's Your Rays 'Hot Take' for 2024? | Locked On Rays
February 06, 2024 21:41 - 38 minutesWith Spring Training around the corner, it is time to be taking our ‘hot takes’ out of the oven for the 2024 season. -Will a Rays rookie win the 2024 Rookie of the Year award? Curtis Mead? Junior Caminero? Let’s get even a hotter take—Carson Williams? Austin Shenton? -Can a Rays starting pitcher last more than 200 innings in a season? It hasn’t happened since 2017. Is Zach Eflin going to do it?Let us know your own ‘hot take’ thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Fol...
Welcome to the Rays, Phil Maton? | Locked On Rays
February 05, 2024 22:00 - 32 minutesMultiple reports have come out during the weekend stating that the Tampa Bay Rays are finalizing a deal with RHP Phil Maton. Although the length and financials are not readily available, this seems to be exactly what the Rays would pursue. Maton, a journeyman reliever, has had stops in 3 cities (San Diego, Cleveland and Houston) but it was with the Astros where his career numbers improved. A durable relief pitcher, he will be able to locate his fastball and mix it with his curveball and slide...
MAILBAG: Kevin Cash Extension Soon? José Sirí's OBP Improvement? | Locked On Rays
February 02, 2024 22:00 - 38 minutesMAILBAG Episode for a Fun Friday! -When do you think they will extend Kevin Cash? I believe his contract is up after 2025. With so many players saying clubhouse culture is awesome, I would think this is a priority. - I wanted to know your thoughts on Siri's future as a Ray and where will he go next? Jose Siri has played well in the winter league with a .412 OBP but with a .231 batting average. Do you think Siri will ever hit for a higher average? Is hitting for average still important?Let u...
Last Chance for Brendan McKay? | Locked On Rays
February 01, 2024 22:00 - 32 minutesThe list of non-roster invites for the Rays 2024 Spring Training have been released and among the names, Brendan McKay intrigues us the most. What is left in the tank for McKay? As pitching will now be his only focus, what could be his role? How will he be utilized? What are the chances he is able to play with the big-league club this year? Among other news, AL East rivals, the Baltimore Orioles will be under new ownership very soon. How does this affect the Tampa Bay Rays chances for continu...
Tropicana Rumbled Without Rays | Locked On Rays
January 29, 2024 22:00 - 35 minutesTropicana Field 'rumbled' this past weekend when the 'royal Rumble' wrestling event came to St. Petersburg. More than 48,000 people attended the event, making it the new record for attendance at Tropicana Field. Would Isaac Paredes make a good Rays wrestler? Jose Siri? Pete Fairbanks? What do you think? Also, we're debuting a new segment of reading YouTube comments, help us out making a name for this segment! Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Fo...
MAILBAG: Should the Rays Go to a Six-Man Rotation? | Locked On Rays
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Hall of Fame Votes Announced | Locked On Rays
January 24, 2024 22:00 - 35 minutesThe Hall of Fame votes have been announced and three players have reached immortality this year: Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton & Joe Mauer. Tampa product Gary Sheffield did not get enough votes on his final year on the ballot. Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every ...
Rays Announce 2024 Fan Fest | Locked On Rays
January 22, 2024 20:46 - 33 minutesRays News Dump Episode! So much has been happening in Rays nation, updates must be made! Rays 2024 Fan Fest has been announced to take place on February 17th, 2024 starting at 1pm. Rays signed 23 international players from three different countries, Dominican Republic, Panama & Venezuela. Rays have added Kevin Ibach to the now quartet of assistant general managers, joining Carlos Rodriguez, Chanda Lawdermilk and Will Cousins. Jonathan Erlichman and Justin Su’a will be transitioning out of the...
Rays Improving Defense in 2024? | Locked On Rays
January 19, 2024 02:00 - 36 minutesFun Friday Episode and Mailbag Episode all wrapped up in one! Let’s see what you have to say today: -The Tampa Bay Rays have seemingly improved their defense with their recent trade acquisitions. Was defense a problem in 2023? Has it improved significantly? -What about the future lineup? Will Xavier Isaac be a candidate for the 2025 Opening Day roster? Will Junior Caminero be the starting third baseman? Is Curtis Mead a platoon option with Brandon Lowe at second base?Let us know your thoughts...
Should Rays Build Around Isaac Paredes? | Locked On Rays
January 16, 2024 22:00 - 33 minutesIsaac Paredes had a career year in 2023, blasting 31 HR, a 4+ fWAR season and a silver slugger nominee. Is this a career peak or is there more in Isaac? Should the Rays sell high or is he a player the Rays could build around? What went wrong in 2023? What’s his future with the team? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.ch...
Welcome, Naoyuki Uwasawa! | Locked On Rays
January 15, 2024 19:43 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have signed RHP Naoyuki Uwasawa to a minor league deal that could be worth up to $3.5M million. In his nine-year career with the NPB's Ham Fighters, he posted a 3.19 ERA in 1,118 1/3 innings. In the ’23 season: 2.96 ERA, 1.14WHIP, 170 IP. 6.6K/9. While talking to reporters last October, Uwasawa said, “Teams need pitchers that can eat up innings. I can contribute by going many innings without getting an injury.” He turned down major-league contract offers from multiple teams...
Rays Sign 8 of 10 Arbitration Eligible Players | Locked On Rays
January 12, 2024 16:25 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have come to an agreement with eight out of ten players that are arbitration eligible for the 2024 season. the only players that did not come to an agreement with the team were RHP Jason Adam and DH Harold Ramirez. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Harold Ramirez has filed for $4.3 million, while the Rays countered at $3.8 million, and Jason Adam has filed for $3.25 million, while the Rays offered $2.75 million. During arbitration hearings, it's an either/or situation, where...
Luke Raley Traded for Jose Caballero & Andrew Kittredge Traded for Richie Palacios | Locked On Rays
January 09, 2024 23:16 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays & Seattle Mariners have linked up once again by making a Friday trade that sent OF Luke Raley for 28-year old IF Jose Caballero (who seems to be the Opening Day answer at shortstop for the 2024 season given the Wander Franco situation). That same day, the Rays made another trade, this time with the St. Louis Cardinals by sending RHP Andrew Kittredge (mainstay in the bullpen since 2017!) for OF Richie Palacios. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambra...
Wander Franco's Troubles Continue | Locked On Rays
January 08, 2024 12:25 - 38 minutesAfter more specifics have leaked from the Wander Franco investigation in the Dominican Republic, we have to discuss the latest updates. Back in August, allegations were made against Tampa Bay Rays shortstop of having an inappropriate relationship with a minor(s). Now, details of the investigation are beginning to come to light. Franco is expected to appear before a judge in the Dominican Republic on Friday, Jan. 5, 2023 -- after that country's authorities detained because he failed to show up...
Details Emerge In The Wander Franco Investigation | Locked On Rays
January 05, 2024 02:27 - 45 minutesChannel 10 WTSP-TV Sports Director Evan Closky joins Locked On Rays co-host Kevin Weiss to discuss the latest with the Wander Franco situation. Back in August, allegations were made against Tampa Bay Rays shortstop of having an inappropriate relationship with a minor(s). Now, details of the investigation are beginning to come to light. Franco is expected to appear before a judge in the Dominican Republic on Friday, Jan. 5, 2023 -- after that country's authorities detained because he failed to...
Yandy Diaz Was the Best 2023 Rays Player | Locked On Rays
January 03, 2024 05:01 - 32 minutesWas there anybody better than Yandy Diaz for the Rays in 2023? No. By wRC+, it was the second best season for a Rays player. Silver Slugger, All-Star starter, American League Batting Champ, Yandy Diaz had a career year. Can Rays fans expect this type of production going forward? Was the unlocking of his power a new feature in his game to be enjoyed in the future? Is he ‘untradeable’? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow &...
What Are Your Rays Resolutions for 2024 | Locked On Rays
January 01, 2024 17:09 - 30 minutesFIRST SHOW OF THE YEAR!HAPPY 2024 RAYS FANS! It has become a Locked On Rays podcast tradition to start the year! What are your Rays Resolutions for the 2024 season? What will you change?What are you looking forward to hearing, seeing, feeling? Let us know below in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On MLB League-Wide...
Randy Arozarena is Staying...Right? | Locked On Rays
December 29, 2023 21:48 - 38 minutesLAST SHOW OF THE YEAR! To close out the year, we are happy to have WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky on the show, where we discuss the viability of Randy Arozarena staying with the club. Also, does the St. Petersburg Council meeting on the name change the last we will hear about this? Is Brian Auld speaking loud and clear for the fandom? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 htt...
MAILBAG: What's the Next Target to Improve for the Rays? | Locked On Rays
December 27, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutesIT’S MAILBAG SEASON! To close out the year, we are opening up the mailbag and hearing from the Locked On Rays community! -What are the next trade targets? -Is the catching position now the most vulnerable in the player position pool for the Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧...
MAILBAG: Would You Trade Isaac Paredes for Jesús Luzardo? | Locked On Rays
December 25, 2023 14:55 - 33 minutesIT’S MAILBAG SEASON! To close out the year, we are opening up the mailbag and hearing from the Locked On Rays community! -Should the Rays trade Isaac Paredes for Jesús Luzardo? Would Randy Arozarena make sense for the Miami Marlins? -What can the Rays do (if anything) to battle against moves that the LA Dodgers are making?-Are there any ex-Rays not named Evan Longoria or Kevin Kiermaier that you’d like to see in a Rays uniform in 2024?Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @...
Is Jason Adam a Trade Possibility? | Locked On Rays
December 22, 2023 22:00 - 34 minutesJason Adam was a revelation for the Rays bullpen in 2022. With expectations so high, are his numbers concerning for 2023? Was this a downturn or expected? Is the O-Swing% decrease a worry for Rays brass? Though his final numbers are really good for a high leverage arm, does he stay in the bullpen or do the Rays trade him at high-value? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://l...
Was Tyler Glasnow a Salary Dump? Yes! Is It A Great Trade? Yes! | Locked On Rays
December 20, 2023 02:33 - 35 minutesAfter a weekend to think about it, how do we feel about The Tampa Bay Rays sending RHP Tyler Glasnow & OF Manuel Margot to the Dodgers for RHP Ryan Pepiot & OF Jonny Deluca? By doing this move, the Rays are saving $35M on the payroll and adding quality players to both the rotation and the outfield with plenty of controllable years. Let’s talk about this and much more with WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky. What are your thoughts about the return?Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulis...
Welcoming Ryan Pepiot & Jonny DeLuca | Locked On Rays
December 18, 2023 18:17 - 35 minutesAfter a weekend to think about it, how do we feel about The Tampa Bay Rays sending RHP Tyler Glasnow & OF Manuel Margot to the Dodgers for RHP Ryan Pepiot & OF Jonny Deluca? By doing this move, the Rays are saving $35M on the payroll and adding quality players to both the rotation and the outfield with plenty of controllable years. What are your thoughts about the return?Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe o...
Goodbye Tyler Glasnow & Manuel Margot | Locked On Rays
December 15, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutesIt has finally happened, Rays fans. The Tampa Bay Rays are sending RHP Tyler Glasnow & OF Manuel Margot to the Dodgers for RHP Ryan Pepiot & OF Jonny Deluca. By doing this move, the Rays are saving $35M on the payroll and adding quality players to both the rotation and the outfield with plenty of controllable years. What are your first thoughts about the return? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Po...
Shohei Ohtani's Contract...Is It Bad for MLB? | Locked On Rays
December 13, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutesMLB was shaken last week as Shohei Ohtani news came out with his $700M contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The baseball world was again taken aback when details of the deferments became public. The shock was that Shohei will be paid $2M each year (counts as $46M for CBT purposes), then gets paid $68M a year for 10 years. Is this bad for small market teams? Will more players subscribe to this type of deal? Or is Shohei’s contract as unique as Shohei himself?Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ ...
Randy Arozarena Became King of RandyLand in 2023 | Locked On Rays
December 11, 2023 17:12 - 34 minutesRandy Arozarena’s 2023 was one he will forever remember. Not only did he burst out in the global scene at the World Baseball Classic with Team Mexico, but his first half catapulted him into being the LF starter in the All-Star Game in Seattle, making an incredible catch in the first inning and singling in his first AB. But, what happened in the second half? Was it mental exhaustion? Was the HR Derby to blame? How does he always come through in the clutch, under pressure? Will he get traded?Fo...
How Does Juan Soto with the New York Yankees Affect the Tampa Bay Rays? | Locked On Rays
December 08, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutesThe baseball world got news that Juan Soto has been traded to the New York Yankees to finalize the Winter Meetings. How does this affect the Tampa Bay Rays? Does this addition move the needle at all? What could the Rays do to manage this? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://...
Tyler Glasnow's Past, Present & Future | Locked On Rays
December 07, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutesPlayer Reviews 2023 Edition! What went right? What went wrong? What could be improved in 2024? Will Tyler Glasnow be traded? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPod...
Guess Who's Back? Chris Devenski's Back! | Locked On Rays
December 06, 2023 22:00 - 31 minutesThe Rays have made a signing during the Winter Meetings 2023 by signing free agent and familiar face, Chris Devenski. As per Rays beat writer Marc Topkin of the TB Times, "The 33-year-old right-hander will get $1 million this coming season, with the chance to earn another $200,000 in incentives; if the Rays pick up his option, he gets up to $3 million in 2025 based on incentives and escalator clauses. The buyout on the option, also based on incentives, is $100,000, $200,000 or $250,000." Erik...
Is Junior Caminero the Next Big Contract for the Rays? | Locked On Rays
December 05, 2023 22:00 - 31 minutesIs Junior Caminero the next Rays player to sign a massive contract? As we have heard, Jackson Chourio signed an 8 year, $82 million contract without playing a single inning in MLB. Is there a Rays rookie or minor leaguer who fans would be willing to do this for a player? If so, is it just Junior Caminero? Curtis Mead? Carson Williams? Or someone just a bit more established like Josh Lowe? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFo...
$10 Tickets Are Back! | Locked On Rays
December 04, 2023 22:00 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays will be making their very successful campaign of $10 tickets at every home game a reality once again! The Rays, who saw an increase of around 30% in attendance in 2023, will be trying to keep up with the $10 ticket campaign. Will the Rays see an increase in attendance in 2024? Lou Piniella was one vote shy of making the Hall of Fame. Do you believe he will ever be inducted? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRa...
Hall of Fame Has Unwritten Rules? | Locked On Rays
December 01, 2023 22:00 - 36 minutesAs it is the off-season, it is time to hear how WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky thinks on the Hall of Fame ballot nominees and shares his thoughts on our picks. Should there be penalty on steroid users? Who doesn’t make the cut for now? Is Gary Sheffield going to make it in his final year? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Locked On ...
Hot Stove Has Not Been Hot So Far | Locked On Rays
November 30, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutesAs it is the off-season, it is time to call on WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky to talk about how the departure of Peter Bendix affect the Rays. Also, with all the rumors swirling Tyler Glasnow, what are the chances that he stays a Ray for 2024? Is it a foregone conclusion that Manuel Margot & Harold Ramirez will also be traded before Opening Day? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platform...
If You Had A Hall of Fame Vote... | Locked On Rays
November 29, 2023 22:00 - 36 minutesAs it is the off-season, it is time to fill our fake Hall of Fame ballots and share our thoughts on our picks. Will Adrian Beltré be a first-ballot HOF? Is Gary Sheffield going to make it in his final year? Can the Colorado narrative die if Todd Helton gets elected? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team,...
CROSSOVER: Tyler Glasnow Meets Juan Soto | Locked On Rays
November 28, 2023 22:00 - 37 minutesCROSSOVER EPISODE! As it is the off-season, it is the national pastime for baseball fans to create fictional trades and Locked On Rays and Locked On Padres (Javier Reyes) play along with a trade involving Tyler Glasnow and Juan Soto. Will all three get traded? Which player is easiest to trade? Also, knowing the past transactions between these two teams, how does the Blake Snell trade look like in 2023? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @...
Will the Rays Trade Tyler Glasnow, Manuel Margot & Harold Ramirez? | Locked On Rays
November 27, 2023 22:00 - 31 minutesCreate your podium: Among Tyler Glasnow, Manuel Margot and Harold Ramirez, who is the likeliest to be traded first? Will all three get traded? Which player is easiest to trade? Is it smart to trade all of these players? Can the rotation deal without having Tyler Glasnow? Who would be the fifth outfielder for the Rays if Margot is traded? Would Yandy Diaz see more DH time if Harold gets dealt? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRa...
What Are You THANKFUL for as a Rays fan? | Locked On Rays
November 24, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutesAPPY THANKSGIVING EPISODE: As it has become an annual tradition in the Locked On Rays podcast, let’s talk about what we are thankful for as Rays fans. -Stability knowing the Rays stadium will be staying in Tampa Bay. -Winning culture led by the front office and coaching staff. -Continuity of roster such as Brandon Lowe, Randy Arozarena, Yandy Diaz, Pete Fairbanks, etc. -Looking ahead for more positives in the future for the franchise. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @...
In-Division Trade With the New York Yankees? | Locked On Rays
November 22, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE: -Will the Miami Marlins and Tampa Bay Rays be trade partners more times this off-season? -Is a Kyle Higashioka trade a possibility with the Yankees? -What else besides Manuel Margot would get that trade done? -Rule 5 Concerns -IL Draft? -Is a veteran leader in the horizon for the Tampa Bay Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid...