Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays
1,093 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 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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Episodes
Rays Prospect Garrett Whitley (Part 3 Interview)
May 13, 2021 13:23 - 41 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 shutout loss to the New York Yankees, where the team had no answer for ace Gerrit Cole. They also discuss the worst free agent signings in franchise history, following the designation of Yoshi Tsutsugo. Part 3 of the interview with Rays outfield prospect and 2015 first-round pick Garrett Whitley (now with Double-A Montgomery) also airs on today's show. E-mail questions/voice memos...
Rays Prospect Garrett Whitley (Part 2 Interview)
May 12, 2021 13:53 - 38 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap last night's disappointing 3-1 home loss to the New York Yankees, where one of the lone bright spots was catcher Mike Zunino launching a 472-foot home run--one of the longest in Tropicana Field history. The boys also discuss the news of the Rays DFA'ing Yoshi Tsutsugo and what went wrong, then get to part 2 of their interview with Rays outfield prospect Garrett Whitley. E-mail questions/voice memos to l...
Rays Prospect Garrett Whitley (Part 1 Interview)
May 11, 2021 13:29 - 41 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about which Tampa Bay Rays prospect will next make their MLB debut this season, be it Taylor Walls, Vidal Brujan, Josh Lowe, Wander Franco, or Drew Strotman? The boys then share Part 1 of a three-part interview with Rays outfield prospect (and 2015 first-round pick) Garrett Whitey, who's now at Double-A Montgomery. He discusses the return to minor league baseball, life at the spring alternate site, nav...
Yet Another Kiermaier Injury...
May 10, 2021 13:33 - 34 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano take a look at the weekend series loss to the Oakland Athletics, in which the biggest news was oft-injured centerfielder Kevin Kiermaier spraining his wrist trying to steal second base with a headfirst slide. How much of a concern is this injury for the rest of the season, and can reserve outfielder Brett Phillips hold down the fort until Kiermaier returns. Also, will an injury like this discourage headfirst ...
Locker Room (Rays vs. A's Watch Party)
May 08, 2021 14:22 - 41 minutesLocked On Rays podcast hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano are joined by a handful of listeners in a Locker Room live watch party for last night's Tampa Bay Rays vs. Oakland Athletics game. They hit on a myriad of baseball-related topics, be it Yoshi Tsutsugo's struggles, phantom IL stints, scouting out new Rays stadium locations and much, much more. Hope you enjoy, and be sure to join us on the next conversation! Sign up for Locker Room here: https://joinlockerroom.com/ Follow @KevinWeiss ...
Don't Call It A Comeback
May 07, 2021 13:52 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays 8-3 victory (and series sweep) of the Los Angeles Angels, who don't look anywhere near a playoff team with their bullpen and infield defense. They also give discuss Randy Arozarena's play this season, the unceremonious release of Albert Pujols, baseball trivia, Name That WAR, and much more. E-mail [email protected] and follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays Support Us By S...
Who's Most Underwhelmed Expectations?
May 06, 2021 15:42 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano review the Tampa Bay Rays gritty 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angles (their fourth straight win), buoyed by a three-run bomb from Brandon Lowe and Rays pitchers navigating several tough, stressful situations. They also discuss which Rays player they think has most underwhelmed preseason expectations through the first month of the season. Is it Willy Adames? Brandon Lowe? Yoshi Tsutsugo? Someone else? E-ma...
Who's Most Exceeded Expectations?
May 05, 2021 15:41 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays 8-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels (their third in a row), in which the squad used it's athleticism to take advantage of the Angels porous defense coupled with an outstanding tandem outing from rookies Shane MacClanahan and Luis Patino. (It just seems more and more apparent the Angels will continue to be a team with a couple legendary position players who don't go anywhere in t...
What To Do With Tsutsugo?
May 04, 2021 20:26 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays 7-3 road win over the Los Angeles Angels, where the bats produced in spite of 15 strikeouts, and starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow scratched his way to a quality start. The boys also read an e-mail concerning Yoshi Tsutsugo's future with the ballclub, then preview tonight's contest where rookie lefty Shane McClanahan and veteran righty (and former Ray) Alex Cobb square off. E-mail locked...
We All Needed That W
May 03, 2021 15:33 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano offer their weekend takeaways and observations related to the Tampa Bay Rays, including the team's hitting struggles, when the time is right to protect hit batsman, how competitive the Durham Bulls would be in the majors, and much, much more. They also preview the Rays upcoming four-game road set against the Los Angeles Angels, which has great players but isn't a great team. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! B...
McClanahan's Debut Spoiled
April 30, 2021 15:43 - 38 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 loss to the Oakland Athletics, which included a stellar MLB regular season debut from lefty Shane McClanahan, but quiet bats with runners on and a rough outing by de facto closer Diego Castillo spoiled the party. They also discuss ways to best heckle the Houston Astros this weekend at the Trop, as well as Friday baseball trivia and "Name That WAR."\ Follow the show on Twitter/Instagram ...
Interviewing Rays Prospect Ford Proctor (Part 2)
April 29, 2021 13:12 - 44 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 win over the Oakland Athletics, positing whether catcher Mike Zunino has officially turned a corner for good offensively, Tyler Glasnow's candidacy and much more. The podcast also features the second portion of an interview with Rays prospect Ford Proctor, as well as a preview of today's game where USF product Shane McClanahan will make his regular season MLB debut. Follow the ...
Interviewing Rays Prospect Ford Proctor (Part 1)
April 28, 2021 15:53 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays' eventful 4-3 victory which was overshadowed by a major storyline of centerfielder Kevin Kiermaier seemingly overstepped his boundary to steal a would-be catch from leftfielder Randy Arozarena. Could this be a lingering issue going forward, or will the Rays clubhouse square things away? Also, the boys are joined by one of the Rays top prospects, catcher/infielder Ford Proctor, to di...
Anemic Rays Offense Continues
April 27, 2021 16:16 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 home loss to the Oakland Athletics, in which a really solid outing by lefty Rich Hill gets spoiled by an anemic offense (and some stellar Athletics defense). The boys also answer some e-mails, discussing the Rays challenges in one-run games and whether or not the team could make a blockbuster move at the trade deadline. E-mail us at [email protected] Built Bar Built Bar is a ...
What We Learned From The Weekend
April 26, 2021 17:05 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano offer their observations from the weekend, including why Tampa Bay Rays young righty pitching prospect Luis Patino may be here to stay and why the Toronto Blue Jays may be more dangerous than we originally thought. Locked On A's host Jason Burke also joins the show to preview the Rays upcoming four-game series versus the Oakland Athletics. Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail locke...
Mystery Call-Up?
April 23, 2021 15:52 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss swirling rumors about which Tampa Bay Rays pitcher or position player will get called up with reports of righty Chris Mazza's demotion to the alternate site. They also preview the upcoming three-game home series against the Toronto Blue Jays (and why it's an ideal time to face them). Also, baseball trivia and "Name That WAR." Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail lockedonray...
Who's To Blame?
April 22, 2021 16:47 - 45 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about the Tampa Bay Rays gut-wrenching 9-8 loss to the Kansas City Royals that spoils an otherwise impressive road trip. Who's to blame for the avoidable loss? Willy Adames, Jeffrey Springs, Diego Castillo, or simply a hat tip to the Royals excellent small-ball execution. Also, the boys have an in-depth discussion about the MLB considering a "double hook" DH and moving the mound back to a foot to 61 fe...
Rays Romp Royals
April 21, 2021 16:37 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays wild 14-7 victory over their Kansas City Royals--their fifth straight--where the entire lineup comes alive but some pitching performances (see: Hill, Rich) offer some question marks. They also discuss Brent Honeywell's second outing, the emergence of Andrew Kittredge, and the adjustments that tonight's starter, Michael Wacha, has made in his time with the Rays. Follow the podcast on Twitter...
Fleming's Royal Start
April 20, 2021 16:44 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays fourth straight road victory--defeating the Kansas City Royals 4-1 thanks to a magical start from lefty Josh Fleming and some offensive help from the old "hit the ball and run hard" department. They also banter about Ulises most recent experience at the Trop, developments in their fantasy baseball league, why every new stadium should have a retractable/covered roof, and much, much more. F...
How Sweep It Is
April 19, 2021 14:12 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises offer their observations from a weekend series in which the Tampa Bay Rays swept the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, also outscoring them 18-7 across the trio of games. They discuss Joey Wendle's production (and altered stance) at the plate, turnaround performances and Yankees fans continuing to embarrass themselves. Also, previewing an upcoming three-game road series against the Kansas City Royals, who may actually be ...
Mazza Mess
April 15, 2021 13:07 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays' 5-1 home loss to the Texas Rangers, which included a solid outing by lefty Josh Fleming, but was undone by righty Chris Mazza's poor relief appearance, plus another light day at the plate for Rays hitters. (On the bright side, Brandon Lowe may be heating up, through others, like Yoshi Tsutsugo, are still struggling.) Since there'll be no Friday show this week, Kevin and Ulises have a speci...
Concern For Yarbs?
April 14, 2021 15:05 - 35 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays letdown 8-3 loss, which included another subpar outing from Ryan Yarbrough and not much else. They also discuss the possibility of veteran pitcher Chris Archer becoming the franchise's all-time strikeouts leader, lefty Josh Fleming making his 2021 debut and much, more. Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail [email protected] Support Us By Supporting Our ...
Glas Brings Gas
April 13, 2021 15:19 - 34 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 home victory over the Texas Rangers that included a dazzling performance from No. 1 starter Tyler Glasnow, a clutch homer from shortstop Willy Adames, and superb catching by Francisco Mejia. Given this is Glasnow's third great start in a row, when is it time to elevate him to "ace" status? And does he reach 200 innings this year? The boys also discuss the controversy over the...
Trop Ops Need Work
April 12, 2021 15:09 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about Ulises' less than stellar customer experience returning to Tropicana Field for the Tampa Bay Rays-New York Yankees home opener, Randy Arozarena living up to the hype, the Jordan Montgomery-Austin Meadows showdown, Brent Honeywell's long-awaited (and successful) debut, and Nate Lowe's return to face his former team, in a Texas Rangers uniform. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar i...
To The Trop We Go
April 09, 2021 16:12 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano wrap up their 2021 Prop Bets selections--like how may games Kevin Kiermaier will play, who will win 2021 AL MVP and many more. They also preview the Tampa Bay Rays home opener against the New York Yankees, plus baseball trivia and Name That WAR. Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail [email protected] Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tas...
Panic Time?
April 08, 2021 17:03 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays 9-2 defeat (and sweep) at the hands of the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park--another clunker that included poor pitching, defense and quirky ballpark dimensions in play. As the team's losing streak hits four, is it time to panic, or hold out hope the Rays will turn things around? The boys also introduce some of their 2021 Prop Bets (which they'll continue tomorrow), plus Fangraph's crowdsour...
Extra Innings, Extra Frustrations
April 07, 2021 13:18 - 38 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Tampa Bay Rays frustrating 6-5, extra-inning loss to the Boston Red Sox, a 4.5 hour contest featuring a confluence of quirky occurrences like baserunning gaffes, defensive miscues, bullpen struggles, Green Monster moments and more. The boys also break down Rays infield prospect Kevin Padlo's debut, the addition of a new catcher (Deivy Grullon) to the 40-man roster, plus today's matchup between Ryan Y...
Clunker At Fenway
April 06, 2021 16:50 - 33 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano recap the Tampa Bay Rays' ugly 11-2 beatdown at the hands of the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, which included a mixed showing from starter Michael Wacha, a disastrous relief appearance from Chris Mazza and little offense to show for it. (On the bright side, outfielder Randy Arozarena made multiple highlight-reel plays.) As if the game wasn't bad enough, the Rays' injury bug strikes again as we learn reliever Chaz ...
Glasnow Deals, Meadows Seals
April 02, 2021 16:44 - 37 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Tampa Bay Rays' 1-0 victory over the Miami Marlins on Opening Day, including Tyler Glasnow's superb start, Austin Meadows' clutch bomb, team struggles with runners in scoring position. They also look ahead to this weekend's matchups against the Marlins. Baseball trivia on active Opening Day start leaders, Name That War and much, more. Follow the show on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail lock...
Happy Opening Day!
April 01, 2021 16:26 - 32 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the 2021 Opening Day festivities, what they're most looking forward to this baseball season, why the Miami Marlins could be sneaky good and a tough out, Tyler Glasnow's first opening day start, various WAR projections among Tampa Bay Rays players and much, much more! Follow the show on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail [email protected] Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Ba...
Division Day: Locked On Red Sox
March 31, 2021 17:01 - 52 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Ulises Sambrano is joined Locked On Red Sox host Gabrielle Starr. They don't shy away from controversial topics such as former Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell being pulled from Game 6 and manager Alex Cora being rehired after the cheating scandals from both the Houston Astros in 2017 and Boston Red Sox in 2018. Will the Red Sox pitching fare better than last year? Will the Rays be able to win the AL East? Is there a chance both clubs can unite...
We've Got Mail!
March 30, 2021 16:46 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano have a mailbag episode, answering questions on Ji-Man Choi's future, whether a Cy Young or MVP is more desirable for the Tampa Bay Rays franchise, the possibility of Charlie Morton coaching for the Rays someday, pitcher Rich Hill's effectiveness, and much, much more. Follow the show on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail [email protected] Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a p...
Anderson's Absence
March 26, 2021 16:58 - 41 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the recent news of Tampa Bay Rays losing their de facto closer (and one of the top relievers in baseball) Nick Anderson until at least the All-Star break with a partially torn elbow ligament. The boys discuss the level of concern with the injury, how the Rays will manage the bullpen and who might be tasked for more saves opportunities, whether it's Diego Castillo, Pete Fairbanks or someone else? Baseball tr...
Division Day: Locked On Blue Jays (Part 2)
March 25, 2021 18:27 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, we continue our discussion with Locked On Blue Jays host A.J. Andrews to discuss the significance of the Toronto Blue Jays signing George Springer, why so many free agents have rebuffed the franchise in the past, Charlie Montoyo's managerial performance, revisiting the Tampa Bay Rays/Kevin Cash/Blake Snell Game 6 snafu, some bold predictions and much, much more. Follow the show on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays and e-mail [email protected] ...
Division Day: Locked On Blue Jays (Part 1)
March 24, 2021 20:45 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, we're joined by Locked On Blue Jays host A.J. Andrews to get a rundown of the Toronto Blue Jays' current injury situation, Nate Pearson's potential, Robbie Ray's strong Spring Training, the quirkiness of the Blue Jays beginning the 2021 season in Dunedin, Vlad Guerrero Jr's weight loss and which position(s) he'll play, the team's deep catching depth and much, much more. (This is part 1 of a two-part interview, the second of which will drop on Thu...
Fantasy Baseball Trash Talk/Longo Nostalgia
March 23, 2021 17:29 - 31 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin and Ulises provide an update on the upcoming Locked On Rays fantasy baseball league (the trash talk has already started) and which Tampa Bay Rays they may or may not draft. The boys also get nostalgic about the legend of Evan Longoria, as he now enters his 15th big league season. Want to join the fantasy baseball league? DM us at @LockedOnRays on twitter or e-mail us at [email protected]. (Brownie points if you submit a "mailbag" quest...
Drive-Thru Fan Fest, Ticket Sales, Player Vaccinations
March 19, 2021 16:03 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin and Ulises discuss the Tampa Bay Rays "Drive to Opening Day" event, ticket sales, the logistical challenge of vaccinating players during the regular season, Yoshi Tsutsugo's spring training struggles, how the Rays can take advantage of the Toronto Blue Jays, baseball trivia, Name That WAR, and much, much more! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use...
Glasnow's Opening Day Nod
March 18, 2021 13:03 - 33 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano open the show discussing how the Baltimore Orioles may be a semi-intriguing team this year, then get to news of the Tampa Bay Rays naming Tyler Glasnow the opening day starter and the wave of spring training cuts announced, which gets the boys thinking about which high-profile prospect is likely to get first call to the big league club this year. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a prote...
Division Day: Locked On Orioles
March 17, 2021 15:09 - 41 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays, Ulises Sambrano is joined by Locked On Orioles host Connor Newcomb to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays rotation, Randy Arozarena's potential, Wander Franco's possible debut in 2021, the potential of the Baltimore Orioles rotation and additions of Felix Hernandez and Matt Harvey, Trey Mancini's return to baseball, how the Orioles lineup will shake out, team win totals, and much, much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein ...
Will Experimental Rules Improve MLB?
March 16, 2021 14:10 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss Major League Baseball (MLB)'s plan to introduce several significant experimental rules throughout the minor leagues, in an effort to aimed at creating more balls in play and action on the basepaths, improving the pace and length of games and reducing player injuries. They include: -Slightly larger bases with a less-slippery surface (all Triple-A leagues) -Requirement that all four infielders have their clea...
Pandemicversary, Honeywell's pitching, Choi sidelined
March 15, 2021 14:05 - 34 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises reflect on the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, the encouraging results of Brent Honeywell's live BP session (and when he might make his MLB debut), Ji-Man Choi's right knee inflammation issue and how it could open up more deserved playing time for Yoshi Tsutsugo and Mike Brosseau going forward. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to buil...
Best Rays Promo Items
March 12, 2021 14:57 - 42 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about the Tampa Bay Rays 2021 promotional items, reports of Rays officials attending a Yoenis Cespedes workout, longest home runs in Tropicana Field, Johnny Damon's career and much, much more. Visit patreon.com/RaysUnfiltered for additional Tampa Bay Rays content. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “L...
Division Day: Locked On Yankees (Part 2)
March 11, 2021 17:08 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, we continue our conversation with Locked On Yankees host Stacey Gotsulias, getting a rundown on injury prevention, the New York Yankees rotation, Domingo German's return, Tyler Glasnow's good looks, revisiting the Blake Snell trade, expectations for Randy Arozarena and much, much more. Visit patreon.com/RaysUnfiltered for additional Tampa Bay Rays content. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes lik...
Division Day: Locked On Yankees (Part 1)
March 10, 2021 18:43 - 33 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss is joined by Locked On Yankees host Stacey Gotsulias to get the lowdown on one New York Yankees. In Part 1 of a two-part conversation, Kevin and Stacey discuss the ongoing Tampa Bay Rays-New York Yankees rivalry, how dangerous the Toronto Blue Jays could be in 2021, the impact of reliever Zach Britton's left elbow surgery, the possible emergence of Luke Luetge, perception of the Tampa Bay area and Tropicana Field, if Gary Sanchez is i...
Can These Rays Predictions Come True?
March 09, 2021 15:05 - 38 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the varying spring training appearances of Tampa Bay Rays projected starters Rich Hill and Michael Wacha, and if we should be overreacting to Hill's struggles and Wacha's successes. They also take a deep dive into MLB Network's poll of "What's Most Likely to Happen in 2021?...Wander Franco wins AL ROY; Rays win AL East; Chris Archer wins AL Comeback POY; Randy Arozarena hits 40+ homers. Will any of these sc...
Takeaways From The Weekend
March 08, 2021 19:43 - 39 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about Tampa Bay's weekend spring training action, Kevin Kiermaier's return to play, why Willy Adames and Brett Phillips are being promoted so much, the likelihood of universal DH and expanded playoffs this season, strict COVID-19 protocols and much, much more! Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays. Visit patreon.com/RaysUnfiltered for additional Tampa Bay Rays content. Support Us By Supportin...
It's Only Spring Training
March 05, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano briefly recap the Tampa Bay Rays 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins, in a contest that featured a combined six errors, and some shoddy defense by the team's backup catchers. (Luckily it's only spring training.) They also discuss what to keep an eye out for in the ballgames this weekend, including prospects and pitchers, a prop bet involving Jake Odorizzi, active stolen base leaders, Deion Sanders' baseball career and...
We've Got Mail (Part 2)
March 04, 2021 14:23 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss Tampa Bay Rays' No. 1 prospect Wander Franco hitting a gargantuan home run in a spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, proceeding to blow up his legend even more so. They also continue running through mailbag questions, bantering about pitching rotation concerns, fun players in baseball, the timeline for Franco and Vidal Brujan, the possibility of Ji-Man Choi being traded, and what Randy Aroza...
We've Got Mail (Part 1)
March 03, 2021 14:18 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano discuss the Tampa Bay Rays' nationally-televised spring training game--which ended in a 9-3 loss to the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park South in Fort Myers. The boys also run through some mailbag questions on impactful Rays rookies in 2021, Mike Brosseau's need for increased playing time, and how long Willy Adames and Wander Franco will play alongside one another (until if/when Adames is traded). Note: We received so...
Most Underrated Rays Player?
March 02, 2021 05:01 - 39 minutesIn this edition of Locked On Rays, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano banter about the Tampa Bay Rays second spring training game, which included somewhat of a scare with utility player Joey Wendle taking a pitch to the helmet and exiting the game prematurely. They also try to determine who the most underrated player on the team is right now. Is it Wendle himself? Or is it Mike Brosseau, Ryan Yarbrough, Manny Margot, or someone else? Follow the podcast on Twitter/Instagram @LockedOnRays. Visit p...