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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Don't Change the Name to St. Petersburg Rays | Locked On Rays
November 21, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutesAs it is the off-season, people usually answer questions nobody asked in the first place. There were two opinion columns written in the Tampa Bay Times suggesting that the team name should shift from 'Tampa Bay' to 'St. Petersburg' Rays. What do you think? Should it be done? Should it be done only for a day/weekend with a new uniform? Is this a silly idea? Let us know in the comments below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays...
Vidal Bruján to Miami | Locked On Rays
November 20, 2023 18:16 - 32 minutesTampa Bay Rays have acquired prospects INF Erick Lara, who is from the same town as Jose Ramirez & Wander Franco (Bani, DR) & RHP Andrew Lindsey (Lindsey, 24 was 3-3, 2.90 at the University of Tennessee, striking out 73 in 71 1/3 innings over 21 games (nine starts)), featuring a powerful fastball in exchange for INF Vidal Bruján and RHP Calvin Faucher.Erik Neander on Vidal Bruján: “Not the way that we thought it would turn out, once upon a time, but I think just a fresh start, fresh opportuni...
What's Your Rays Dream Team? | Locked On Rays
November 17, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutesYou can create your own Rays Dream Team with a promotion by St. Pete Clearwater. Selecting your favorite player for each position might not be as easy as you think! Who will be part of your all-time Rays lineup? Will Evan Longoria and Carl Crawford make everyone’s team? David Price or Blake Snell? Somebody else? Write it down on the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 ht...
Rays Set Their 40 Man Roster | Locked On Rays
November 16, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! The Tampa Bay Rays have just picked up reinforcements on the 40 man roster by adding High-A pitcher Yuniel Curet & corner infielder Austin Shenton. By protecting these two players from the Rule 5 Draft, the Rays had to say goodbye to Cooper Criswell & Calvin Faucher. How do you like these moves by the Rays? Does Kevin Cash finishing third in the Manager of the Year behind Bruce Bochy and Brandon Hyde make sense to you? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follo...
Welcome, Tyler Alexander | Locked On Rays
November 14, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! The Tampa Bay Rays have just picked up reinforcements on the mound from the left side through waivers, Tyler Alexander. The lefty pitcher comes off a career year, with his highest strikeout rate and lowest walk rate ever. What role will he fill? Is he a replacement for Jalen Beeks? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays...
Yandy Diaz Wins 1B Silver Slugger | Locked on Rays
November 13, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! The Tampa Bay Rays had three players nominated as Silver Slugger candidates (Randy Arozarena, Isaac Paredes & Yandy Diaz) but it was only Yandy who came out as a winner. His career year propelled him to be a batting champ, an All-Star starter and now, a Silver Slugger winner. -Was Isaac Paredes snubbed at the UT position? -Was Gunnar Henderson the right pick for the award? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the ...
MAILBAG: What's the Off Season Number 1 Priority--Pitching or Hitting? | Locked On Rays
November 10, 2023 16:10 - 37 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE!The Hot Stove has officially begun! Let’s hear from you! -What is a bigger priority offseason addition for the '24 Rays pitching or hitting? -There’s a need for a Veteran 1st baseman. Is Joey Votto Done?Can you give me a starting 1st baseman they might target? 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: E...
MAILBAG: Who Will Stay Between Randy Arozarena & Tyler Glasnow? | Locked On Rays
November 09, 2023 22:00 - 30 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Hot Stove has officially begun! Let’s hear from you! What are your offseason thoughts for the Tampa Bay Rays? Is it roster construction? Possible trades? -Randy Arozarena or Tyler Glasnow? Harold Ramirez or Isaac Paredes? Manuel Margot or Jose Siri? Brandon Lowe or Taylor Walls? 4 of these have to be traded. Which 4 stay? -What’s Basabe’s future as an MLB player? Would Wendle 2024 be greater than Walls 2023? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambr...
Will Any Rays Player (or Manager!) Receive a BBWAA Award? | Locked On Rays
November 08, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! The Rays have multiple Rays players up for awards including: Isaac Paredes, Yandy Diaz & Randy Arozarena nominated for Silver Slugger Awards, as well as the entire team up for the newly introduced ‘Team Silver Slugger’ award. Taylor Walls did not win the gold glove for a utility player as Mauricio Dubon beat him for the award. Finally, Kevin Cash is once again a finalist for the Manager of the Year award going against Bruce Bochy and Brandon Hyde. Let’s rem...
Rays GM Peter Bendix Bends It to Miami | Locked On Rays
November 07, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! Rays GM Peter Bendix has left the organization to pursue a new role as the President of baseball operations for the Miami Marlins. How does this affect the rays organization? Who are the possible names to supplant him? Assistant GM Carlos Rodriguez? Senior Advisor and former Rangers GM Jon Daniels? Chaim Bloom? Leave your thoughts in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow &...
Goodbye, Christian Bethancourt | Locked On Rays
November 06, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutesThe Hot Stove has officially begun! Now that the Texas Rangers have been crowned World Series champions after beating the Arizona Diamondbacks in five games, the baseball world can move on to off-season moves. So, Tampa Bay Rays did exactly that by placing catcher Christian Bethancourt, left-handers Jalen Beeks and Josh Fleming, right-hander Cole Sulser, infielder Tristan Gray, and outfielder Raimel Tapia on outright waivers. These moves clear space on their 40-man roster. Follow Kevin Weiss ...
Taylor Walls Gets Injured, Shortstop Coming? | Locked On Rays
November 03, 2023 21:00 - 40 minutesUnfortunately, injuries have begun to pile on for the Rays and the World Series has barely ended! Taylor Walls underwent a surgical procedure on his right hip to relieve discomfort from an impingement and repair a labral tear. He is expected to return to participating in baseball activities in February. Does that mean he could miss Opening Day? Who could step up in-house? Would the front office try to trade for someone who can play SS and be a utility or are there too many of those guys in th...
What's the Spookiest Thing That Could Happen to the Rays in 2024? | Locked On Rays
November 02, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesIn celebration of Halloween, what is the spookiest thing that could happen to the Tampa Bay Rays in 2024? Rebuilding/retooling? More pitching injuries? No full-time shortstop? No playoff appearance? Stadium deal crumbling down? Let us know 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 Team, Prospects...
What Should the Rays Takeaway from the World Series? | Locked On Rays
November 01, 2023 21:00 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the World Series but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to hear from Evan Closky, WTSP’s Sports Director with his perspective on what Rays fans could takeaway from this World Series:-How badly do you need one guy to step up in the offense? -Do the Diamondbacks have any hope of beating the Rangers? -Can the Rays win the World Series before their new ballpark opens? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @...
40 Man Rays Roster Crunch Part II | Locked On Rays
October 30, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutesPART II This is the second part of our conversation surrounding the 40-Man roster crunch that involves not only the 60-Day IL but also pending free agents and the Rule 5 Draft Protection. The non-tender deadline is November 17th, 2023. -Which players from the 60-Day IL should be added to the 40-Man roster? -Are there any free agents that are likely to be pursued? -Which Rule 5 eligible players should be added to the 40-Man roster? -Which players currently on the 40-Man roster would you take...
40-Man Rays Roster Crunch Part I | Locked On Rays
October 27, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThis is the first part of our conversation surrounding the 40-Man roster crunch that involves not only the 60-Day IL but also pending free agents and the Rule 5 Draft Protection. The non-tender deadline is November 17th, 2023. -Which players from the 60-Day IL should be added to the 40-Man roster? -Are there any free agents that are likely to be pursued? -Which Rule 5 eligible players should be added to the 40-Man roster? -Which players currently on the 40-Man roster would you take out to ma...
Does Something Have to Change for the Rays? | Locked On Rays
October 26, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutesPART 2: The Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to hear from Evan Closky, WTSP’s Sports Director with his perspective on what went wrong in October: -How did the performance this year in the playoffs compare to last season? -Should any of the blame be placed on management or just on the players? -What is missing on this team for October success? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRay...
October is Different Than the Regular Season | Locked On Rays
October 25, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to hear from Evan Closky, WTSP’s Sports Director with his perspective on what went wrong in October-How did the performance this year in the playoffs compare to last season? -Should any of the blame be placed on management or just on the players? -What is missing on this team for October success? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & ...
MAILBAG: New Rays Jerseys Coming? | Locked On Rays
October 24, 2023 11:36 - 41 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to hear from Rays fans!-Will we be seeing the Rays get a City Connect Jersey soon? -Should any of the uniforms be changed for another option? -Did kids being in school affect Rays playoff attendance due to the start time? -What are the short term futures for Willy Vasquez and Shane Sasaki? -How long until we can see Xavier Isaac make an impact? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulise...
MAILBAG: What Are Some Positives from the '23 Rays Playoff Performance? | Locked On Rays
October 23, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to look back at some possible positive moments from the Rays playoff performance, while also understanding that it is completely understandable to be frustrated with the recent results. 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 ...
Worst Rays Moments of 2023 | Locked On Rays
October 20, 2023 21:00 - 46 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to look back at our least favorite moments of the 2023 season such as: -Losing multiple starters -Wander Franco situation -Early exit in the playoffs. 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://l...
Favorite Rays Moments of 2023 | Locked On Rays
October 19, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to look back at our favorite moments of the 2023 season such as: -13-0 historic start !-All-Star Game starters! -Stadium News -Isaac Paredes & Josh Lowe 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:/...
What Would Rays Give Up for Corbin Carroll? | Locked On Rays
October 18, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to be wishful thinkers.As a fun experiment, write down in the comments if you would trade for Corbin Carroll but you would have to give up Junior Caminero, Shane Bay & Taj Bradley. If not, what would be your offer to the Arizona Diamondbacks? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtb...
Wishful Rays Player in the LCS? | Locked On Rays
October 17, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to be wishful thinkers. Which player from the four remaining teams that haven’t played for the Rays already would you like them to join the organization? As a fun experiment, write down in the comments if you would trade for Corbin Carroll but you would have to give up Junior Caminero, Shane Bay & Taj Bradley. If not, what would be your offer to the Arizona Diamondbacks? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Fo...
Bad Bunny is a Randy Arozarena Fan | Locked On Rays
October 16, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays might not be playing in the ALCS but that doesn’t mean they’re not still making headlines. Randy Arozarena made news by getting a shoutout from Bad Bunny in his newest album. Who is the likeliest team to go through from the ALCS the Texas Rangers or Houston Astros? What about the NLCS, will the Arizona Diamondbacks keep surprising the baseball world or will the Philadelphia Phillies get their revenge from last year? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @...
MAILBAG: Would the Rays Try A Six-Man Rotation?
October 13, 2023 21:00 - 43 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! -Should the Rays try a six man rotation? -Were the umpiring calls going against the Rays in the Wildcard Series? -Could the Wildcard Series start on a weekend instead? 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 #RaysBase...
MAILBAG: Old Friend Reunion? | Locked On Rays
October 11, 2023 21:00 - 38 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Rays have so many questions to answer regarding their roster construction and it is only October 10th. Let’s hear what your questions are on this: -Is Matt Moore a viable option for next year’s bullpen? -How has Kyle Synder impacted the team? What’s his background story? -How does Taylor Walls fit in to next year’s team? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 ht...
Rays Press Conference Post Elimination | Locked on Rays
October 10, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutesThe Rays brass including Manager Kevin Cash, President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander and Team General Manager Peter Bendix sat in front of the microphone and took questions from the local media on their assessment of the 2023 season. What went wrong? How can it be avoided? What can they expect to learn? Will payroll decrease or increase? Let us know in the comments what you thought of the press conference. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow ...
In-Game Decisions Lacking in Playoffs? | Locked On Rays
October 09, 2023 21:00 - 34 minutesThe Rays have being eliminated from the playoffs since almost a week ago but still so many questions remain. 1. Why the long leash with both Tyler Glasnow and Zach Eflin ? 2. Why was there no usage of their best high leverage arms in the bullpen like Robert Stephenson and Pete Fairbanks? 3. Why did Manuel Margot not get pinch-hit for a lefty like Jonathan Aranda in Game 2 with a possible rally brewing against Jose LeClerc? 4. Did Taylor Walls need to start BOTH games at SS even though he h...
Disappointing Finish to a 99 Win Season | Locked On Rays
October 06, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutesDay 2 of our venting session after the TB Rays were eliminated. The Rays dropped the second game 7-1 against the Texas Rangers and were swept for the second year in a row from the Wildcard Series. Zack Eflin was not as sharp as expected allowing 5 runs on 5 innings with 2 walks. Rays defense was not sharp but it is the bats once again that hampers this team from doing anything in the playoffs. How are you feeling about this series? What went wrong in your opinion? Let us know in the comments....
Rays Get Swept (Again) in the Wildcard Series | Locked On Rays
October 05, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutesThe Rays dropped the second game 7-1 against the Texas Rangers and were swept for the second year in a row from the Wildcard Series. Zack Eflin was not as sharp as expected allowing 5 runs on 5 innings with 2 walks. Rays defense was not sharp but it is the bats once again that hampers this team from doing anything in the playoffs. How are you feeling about this series? What went wrong in your opinion? Let us know in the comments. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambr...
Rays Drop Game 1 AL Wildcard to the Texas Rangers | Locked On Rays
October 04, 2023 01:18 - 38 minutesThe Rays dropped the first game 4-0 against the Texas Rangers. Tyler Glasnow was not as sharp as expected allowing 4 runs on 5 innings with 5 walks. Rays defense was as sloppy as ever—they committed 4 errors in the game, marking a franchise record. Zack Eflin takes the ball tomorrow as they are facing elimination on Wednesday afternoon at 3:08pm ET. How are you feeling about this series? What went wrong in Game 1? Let us know in the comments. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sa...
BONUS CLIP: Can the Tampa Bay Rays ride a depleted pitching staff to the World Series?
October 03, 2023 18:19 - 13 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have endured many injuries to their pitching staff en route to another appearance in the MLB Playoffs. What will the Rays starting rotation led by Tyler Glasnow do in the playoffs? Can the Rays lineup provide enough run support? The Rays bullpen is always solid but has been really busy this season, can they hold on through the playoffs? What is the Rays expectations this postseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
AL Wildcard Roster Draft 2023 | Locked On Rays
October 03, 2023 02:10 - 44 minutes**Welcome to our 3rd Annual TB Rays Playoffs Roster Draft** Joining the show is WTSP’s Sports Director Evan Closky. The Rays have secured the top Wild Card spot as a host and will be facing the Texas Rangers starting on Tuesday at 3:08pm ET. Who will make up the roster for the Tampa Bay Rays? Let’s guess together! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?si...
Yandy Diaz Wins AL Batting Title | Locked On Rays
October 02, 2023 10:56 - 35 minutesThe Rays won the Toronto Blue Jays the three-game series to finish the 2023 season. Their record is 99-63. Yandy Díaz winning the AL batting title is a big takeaway from the 2023 season. First Rays player to ever do it. The Rays have secured the top Wild Card spot as a host and will be facing the Texas Rangers starting on Tuesday at 3:08pm ET. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 h...
Hello, Blue Jays, See You Soon Again? | Locked On Rays
September 29, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Rays swept the two games against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Their record is 97-62. The Rays have 3 games left in the 2023 season, a road series against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Rays have secured the top Wild Card spot as a host but have yet to find out who they will be facing. Topics that will be talked about during this mailbag:-What will be future revenue from Bally’s to the Rays with this new stadium?-What else does Austin Shenton need to do in order to get ...
Rays Celebrate After Sweeping Red Sox | Locked On Rays
September 28, 2023 21:00 - 34 minutesThe Rays swept the two games against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Their record is 97-62. They are 2.5 GB from the Baltimore Orioles for the AL East Division. The Rays have 3 games left in the 2023 season, a road series against the Toronto Blue Jays. They have an off-day on Thursday after they celebrated in the clubhouse their great run this season. The Rays have secured the top Wild Card spot as a host but have yet to find out who they will be facing. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ F...
Fun in Fenway by Young Rays Bats | Locked On Rays
September 27, 2023 20:10 - 36 minutesThe Rays won the first of two games against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park starting tonight. Zack Eflin started the game and provided 5 innings of solid baseball, only surrounding a three-run shot to spoil his scoreless outing. A lineup of almost all Durham Bulls at the start of the 2023 season had their way and put up almost ten runs, seven of which came in the first three innings of the game against Tanner Houck. Their record is 96-62. They are 2.5 GB from the Baltimore Orioles for the A...
Rays Attendance Jumped in 2023 | Locked On Rays
September 26, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays will start a quick two-game series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. The Rays have 5 games left left in the regular season and it seems that the hopes for the AL East Crown are all but over. As the Rays had an off-day Monday, let’s look at the Rays attendance now that all regular season games have been played. How much was the increase? What led to the jump in attendance? Listener comments will also be read regarding the new stadium and what they hope it can be cal...
Last Week of Regular Season Is Here | Locked On Rays
September 25, 2023 17:51 - 38 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the third game and series vs the Toronto Blue Jays. The Rays have 5 games left left in the regular season and it seems that the hopes for the AL East Crown are all but over. With their win on Saturday in walk-off fashion, thanks to an RBI single from Josh Lowe, have secured the top Wild Card seed and will be at least hosting said series. Tyler Glasnow and Taj Bradley struggled this weekend with their respective starts while Junior Caminero became the second youngest Ra...
Walk off by Manuel Margot Turns On the Good Vibes | Locked On Rays
September 22, 2023 18:01 - 41 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the third game vs the Los Angeles Angels and took the series with an exciting comeback victory thanks to a Manuel Margot 9th inning RBI blooper behind first base. The Rays had a solid yet short start from Zack Eflin, going 5 strong innings, with ten punch outs and allowing one walk. The Rays will now face the Toronto Blue Jays for a three-game series at the Trop for the last home series of the 2023 regular season. See you at the Trop on Saturday, Locked On Rays fans!Fol...
Rays Squander Opportunities to Gain Ground on Orioles | Locked On Rays
September 21, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the second game from the Los Angeles Angels with an early explosion of six runs by the 2nd inning headed by a misplay from Harold Ramirez in right field and a Brandon Drury home run (who had two in the game). The Rays were not able to get anything going through homeplate but they had plenty of chances as they went 2-16 RISP while leaving 11 men on base. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subsc...
Rays Beat Angels Late | Locked On Rays
September 20, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE: The Tampa Bay Rays took the first game from the Los Angeles Angels with a late explosion of four runs in the 8th inning. After Taj Bradley gave a solid effort, the game was tied until Osleivis Basabe and Rene Pinto put four runs on the board with clutch RBI hits. For this mailbag episode, the topics include playoffs rotation against a possible Baltimore Orioles match-up, roster shake up and much more stadium news. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sam...
Rays Stadium Saga Ends | Locked On Rays
September 19, 2023 14:38 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays stadium saga is seemingly over! As per Marc Topkin, the Rays will be unveiling an agreement for a new stadium to be built in downtown St. Pete. For so many years, Rays fans have been waiting for a statement that puts some finality into this never-ending topic and it seems that’s exactly what they will get at 10 am on Tuesday morning. Rays owner Stu Sternberg is seemingly going to be putting forth around $600 million on the $1.2 billion project for the 30,000 capacity stadiu...
Split with Orioles Narrows Path to AL East Crown | Locked On Rays
September 18, 2023 11:19 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays hada very difficult weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles where only a four-game sweep would give the Rays the head-to-head advantage. Although they won the first two game of the series, a Saturday clunker behind Tyler Glasnow and a Sunday playoff-type see-saw game that went the Birds’ way, meant the Rays not only lost the head-to-head but are now a virtual 3 GB from the Orioles. Can the impossible happen? Yes. Will it? We’ll let you decide on the comment section. F...
AL East Crown on the Line | Locked On Rays
September 15, 2023 21:00 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have a very difficult weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles where only a four-game sweep would give the Rays the head-tohead advantage. Just losing one game gives the tiebreaker to the Orioles. With only a couple weeks left, will the Rays be able to do it? To talk about this and much more, we are joined by WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on a...
Rays Get Another Series Win in Minnesota | Locked On Rays
September 14, 2023 18:53 - 32 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays won the series against the Minnesota Twins. A late-inning Randy Arozarena bomb gave the Rays the one-run lead they needed and between Colin Poche and Robert ‘Big Spot Bob’ Stephenson, they secured the win. Now, the Rays travel to Baltimore to meet up for the AL East crown. To talk about this and much more, we are joined by Channel 10 WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky. -Can the Rays get to 101 wins? -What’s your favorite ‘Rays Flex’ while celebrating? -Ho...
Rays & Twins Go For the Rubber Game | Locked On Rays
September 13, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutesCROSSOVER EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays lost a late lead on Tuesday evening when Zack Little was pushed to complete seven innings and with two out, allowed a single and a home run that put the Twins ahead 3-2. Littell, who has been a revelation, has been getting deep into games, working 8 innings of one-run ball against the Mariners last week. However, the Rays again falter late in the game and with a one-run loss. The Rays and Twins will meet for the rubber match on an afternoon game on Wedne...
José Siri Out for 3 Weeks | Locked On Rays
September 12, 2023 21:00 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had a tremendous showing on Monday evening as they beat the Minnesota Twins 7-4. Tyler Glasnow showed strong stuff as he gave the team 6 innings surrendering 4 runs while striking out 8 men. Yandy Diaz had a day as he collected four hits, including his 20th HR of the season, a career high. Taylor Walls had a huge three-run HR to help the offense. However, the biggest news was Jose Siri being hit by a pitch on the right hand, suffering a fracture and will be missing out the ...
Rays Sink the Mariners at the Trop | Locked On Rays
September 11, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were had a statement series against the Seattle Mariners during the weekend, taking 3 of 4 from the hot AL West squad. The Rays dropped the first game on Thursday 1-0, but came back in impressive fashion to win the next three, including a nail biting game on Saturday concluding on a walk-off victory behind a Yandy Diaz home run. The Rays will now travel to Minnesota where they will face the leader of the weak AL Central before meeting their AL East foes, the Baltimore Oriol...