Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays
1,093 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 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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MAILBAG: Tough Weekend Series vs. Seattle Mariners | Locked On Rays
September 08, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were stymied by the Seattle Mariners as they dropped a 1-0 game on Thursday evening. Working eight solid innings only allowing a single run, Zack Little did his job but the offense could not figure out Luis Castillo and the Seattle bullpen as they were shutout. The Rays will play against the Seattle Mariners for a four-game series, three are left. On this mailbag episode, we also tackle different topics such as Rays passive approach against Jesus Luzardo, 2024 possible rota...
Tyler Glasnow Punishes Red Sox | Locked On Rays
September 07, 2023 15:16 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were able to win the series against the Boston Red Sox taking a 3-1 victory on Wednesday evening. The Rays offense was buoyed by Isaac Paredes and Brandon Lowe going deep but it was Tyler Glasnow’s masterful performance that was the story of the game. Working six innings only allowing a single run, Tyler pitched a season-high 103 pitches while striking out 14, tying his career high. The Rays will now play against the Seattle Mariners for a four-game series. Follow Kevin W...
Walk-Off Victory Bomb by Brandon Lowe Puts End to Sloppy Game | Locked On Rays
September 06, 2023 22:55 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays played a sloppy game on Tuesday evening against the fourth-place Boston Red Sox. Two different leads were squandered as the Rays jumped to a 3-0 lead, then a 5-2 lead and saw both disappear. Vidal Bruján and Brandon Lowe were not at their sharpest with the glove but it was Vidal who seemed more shaky as it was not only one play that saw him affect the outcome negatively. The tie remained all the way onto extra innings where Erasmo Ramirez let in a run (ghost runner). After ...
Catchin' up with Rays Prospect: Logan Driscoll (Part 2) | Locked On Rays
September 05, 2023 16:17 - 29 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss catches up with Tampa Bay Rays catching prospect and friend of the program Logan Driscoll, who recently earned a call-up to Triple-A Durham. Logan discusses settling into the Triple-A ranks, the physical and mental demands of the catching position, his favorite moments of the season thus far, influence baseball figures rules changes in the game and beyond. NOTE: This is Part 2 of a two-part interview. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss...
Catchin' up with Rays Prospect: Logan Driscoll (Part 1) | Locked On Rays
September 04, 2023 17:42 - 28 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss catches up with Tampa Bay Rays catching prospect Logan Driscoll, who recently earned a call-up to Triple-A Durham. Logan discusses settling into the Triple-A ranks, the physical and mental demands of the catching position, his favorite moments of the season thus far, influence baseball figures, rules changes in the game, and beyond. NOTE: This is Part 1 of a two-part interview. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano ...
Rays Beat Down Marlins in South Beach | Locked On Rays
August 31, 2023 04:01 - 34 minutesOn today’s episode, Locked On Rays is joined by Just Baseball founder, Adam Leighton, who provides insights on many of the top Rays prospects such as Junior Caminero, Xavier Isaac, Osleivis Basabe, Carson Williams and many more. The Rays had an offensive party on Tuesday evening as they beat down the Miami Marlins 11-2, with both Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes both going deep. After Wednesday’s game, the team then will head to Cleveland for a 3 game series, with an off-day on Thursday. Fol...
Rays State of the Union with Aram Leighton | Locked On Rays
August 30, 2023 16:08 - 32 minutesOn today’s episode, Locked On Rays is joined by Just Baseball founder, Adam Leighton, who provides insights on many of the top Rays prospects such as Junior Caminero, Carson Williams and many more. How does Isaac Paredes and Ynady Diaz fit in the roster? How does Wander Franco disrupt the team’s plans?The Rays had an off-day on Monday and will start a 2-game series against the Miami Marlins in Miami, then will head to Cleveland for a 3 game series, with an off-day on Thursday. Follow Kevin W...
MAILBAG: Rays Meet the Miami Marlins | Locked On Rays
August 29, 2023 23:08 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! A lot of topics to be covered including: -Osleivis Basabe, Junior Caminero & Carson Williams viewed by fans after the Wander Franco news. -Favorite NL team -Favorite ‘random’ Rays pitcher for the 2023 season. -Will pitcher velo be capped by MLB in the future? The Rays record is 80-52. They are 2 GB from the Baltimore Orioles. The Rays have an off-day on Monday and will start a 2-game series against the Miami Marlins in Miami, then will head to Cleveland for a 3 game series, ...
Benches Clear While Rays Win Series vs. Yankees | Locked On Rays
August 28, 2023 19:45 - 32 minutesThe Rays won the series against the New York Yankees by taking the last two games. Saturday game featured Tyler Glasnow & the bullpen shoving as they allowed only 2 hits and the offense provided key hits for a 3-0 victory. Sunday was back and forth affair where Zack Littell provided six innings and Brandon Lowe, Randy Arozarena and Harold Ramirez acted as heroes for a The Rays record is 80-52. They are 2 GB from the Baltimore Orioles. The Rays have an off-day on Monday and will start a 2-game...
Rays Swept the Rockies | Locked On Rays
August 25, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the third game of a three game series (5-3) against the Colorado Rockies and thus swept the series by winning the game….It was a barrage of home runs from Isaac Paredes, Luke Raley & Josh Lowe who delivered the final blow to put the game away. The Rays are looking to keep their winning ways at Tropicana Field as they have a series against the New York Yankees this weekend.Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnR...
Two Walk-Offs Get One Victory | Locked On Rays
August 24, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the second game of a three game series against the Colorado Rockies by winning the game….TWICE?! The Rays were able to come back in the ninth inning down two runs with Yandy Diaz coming through with a 2-run RBI single. Then, Isaac Paredes seemingly ended the game but the first base umpire called him out. After the replays were shown, there seemed to be enough evidence to overturn the call, but it was not. Brandon Lowe then made it final less than ten minutes later with ...
Osleivis Basabe Goes Grand for First MLB Bomb | Locked On Rays
August 23, 2023 20:48 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the first game of a three game series against the Colorado Rockies and scored a whopping 12 runs including a grand slam by rookie Venezuelan infielder Osleivis Basabe, his first in MLB. The Rays were closed to a disappointing defeat until the offense broke out in the 8th inning against the Colorado bullpen, especially against Daniel Bard. The Rays are looking to keep their winning ways at Tropicana Field as they have two more games against the Rockies followed by the Ne...
Rays Take Down the Angels | Locked On Rays
August 21, 2023 21:00 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the three game series against the Los Angeles Angels and scored a whopping 31 runs in two days. The Rays missed out on Shohei Ohtani, the pitcher, but facedthe hitter version and he did not disappoint as he hit his second grand slam of his career (both have been against the Rays). The Rays are looking to keep their winning ways at Tropicana Field as they now face the last place Colorado Rockies. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises F...
Who must step up in Wander Franco's absence? | Locked On Rays
August 18, 2023 14:04 - 35 minutesFUN FRIDAY EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays start a three game series against the Los Angeles Angels. The Rays will be missing out on Shohei Ohtani, the pitcher, but will be facing the hitter version. The Rays are looking to keep their winning ways outside of Tropicana Field as they can make it 5 straight winning series as visitors. Who can step up while the team is missing Wander Franco? Isaac Paredes? Brandon Lowe? Who is your pick? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambr...
Rays Take Series Against the SF Giants | Locked On Rays
August 17, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the third game of a three game series against the San Francisco Giants 6-1 and won the series! Aaron Civil was impressive through 6 innings and he got loads of help from the offense. Luke Raley, Josh Lowe and Brandon Lowe all went deep, the latter for his 100th career HR, making him the fastest 2B to 100 HR in games played. The Rays will be having an off-day before they face the Angels of Shohei Ohtani. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoU...
Shane McClanahan Out With Tommy John Until 2025 | Locked On Rays
August 16, 2023 21:00 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the second game of a three game series against the San Francisco Giants 17-0. Zack Littell was impressive through 5 innings and as he started the sixth allowed a solo shot and a single and that was enough for Kevin Cash. As Kevin Kelley delivered his first pitch, a 2-run shot was the result. The game descended in Rays odds after that. Also on Tuesday, news confirming that Shane McClanahan will be getting Tommy John and will not pitch until 2025 came out. Outfielder Man...
Tyler Glasnow Comes Back Strong | Locked On Rays
August 15, 2023 23:16 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the first game of a three game series against the San Francisco Giants 10-2. Tyler Glasnow came back from his back spasms and delivered six strong innings only allowing one run while striking out seven. Jacob Lopez made his MLB debut and provided the last three innings of relief and earned a save. The offense was on fire led by rookies Osleivis Basabe and Curtis Mead. Core stars like Yandy Diaz, Randy Arozarena and Harold Ramirez also provided offensive help to start th...
Wander Franco Does Not Travel to San Francisco | Locked On Rays
August 14, 2023 20:23 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the three game series against the Cleveland Guardians. The two wins came on Friday and Saturday in the form of walk-off wins, a Wander Franco home run on Friday and a Randy Arozarena single on Saturday. However, this weekend was marred by the swirling allegations from social media posts of Wander Franco’s involvement with a minor in the Dominican Republic. The Rays did not offer a comment when it was learned he did not fly to San Francisco with the team. As MLB conducts...
Rays Lose Series vs. Cardinals & Welcome the Guardians | Locked On Rays
August 11, 2023 17:05 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the three game series against the St. Louis Cardinals by losing 5-2 on Thursday evening. The Rays were given a quality start by Z. Littell, who keeps providing good performances since joining the rotation. However, it was all about Liberatore as he worked eight scoreless innings against the team that drafted him in the first round in 2018 and was later traded for Randy Arozarena and José Martinez. To talk about this and Shane McClanahan’s injury news, we are joined by ...
José Sirí's Bombs & Wander Franco's Missile Not Enough vs Cardinals | Locked On Rays
August 10, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the second game of a three game series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday evening 6-4. The Rays bullpen day was not able to get it done as Jalen Beeks, Kevin Kelly and Robert Stephenson all allowed runs to the redbirds while the Rays offense was mostly quiet except for Jose Siri providing 2 huge bombs and Wander Franco unleashing his longest home run in his young career. The Rays will try to win the series tomorrow evening. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ F...
Yandy Diaz Celebrates Birthday with a Rays Win | Locked On Rays
August 09, 2023 23:10 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the first game of a three game series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday evening. Miles Mikolas and Zach Eflin both went 7 innings keeping hitters off-balance. But, the Rays were able to come through with the comeback victory. Yandy Diaz led the offense with a 4-4 day. Isaac Paredes provided some power with a solo shot and Brandon Lowe, Randy Arozarena and Josh Lowe all had key hits for the Rays to take this victory. With news that Shane McClanahan might not pit...
Rays Welcome the St Louis Cardinals
August 08, 2023 20:56 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays start a three game series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday evening. Miles Mikolas will faec Zach Eflin. The Cardinals’ last losing season was in 2007 and 2023 seems to be heading that way for the redbirds. On the lighter side of the show, we dive deep on the Rays hypothetical boxing matchups we’d rather not face plus listener comments on the topic. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscr...
Winning Roadtrip for the Rays | Locked On Rays
August 07, 2023 17:45 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the three game series against the Detroit Tigers beating the Tigers 10-6 on Sunday afternoon. Erasmo Ramirez stepped in as Tyler glasnow was scratched from the start after experiencing some back spasm. Colin Poche came clutch on Sunday evening providing 1.2 scoreless innings while Curtis Mead made his MLB debut collecting a hit on the first pitch he saw. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscr...
MAILBAG: Curtis Mead is Called Up | Locked On Rays
August 04, 2023 21:00 - 36 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays begin a three game series against the Detroit Tigers. Adam Little will get the start for the Rays on Friday evening. Aaron Civale will make his Rays debut as well as Curtis Mead who got the call up as Shane McClanahan has gone to the IL. 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: Eve...
Shane McClanahan Exits Early in the Bronx| Locked On Rays
August 03, 2023 17:59 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the third game of a three game series against the New York Yankees 7-2. Shane McClanahan had to exit early after four innings with forearm tightness as he gave up not only the 2-0 lead the Rays had after a Wander Franco 2-run homer in the first, but gave up 5 runs, including two Bronx Bombs. The Rays will get an off-day on Thursday as they prepare for a weekend series against the Detroit Tigers, where Adam Little will get the ball on Friday and Aaron Civale will make h...
Rays Win Series Against the Last Place New York Yankees | Locked On Rays
August 02, 2023 20:44 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the second game of a three game series against the New York Yankees 5-2. Zach Eflin was impressive, going 6 innings strong allowing only no runs and punching out 5. The Rays provided the offense with a couple of homer uns by Yandy Diaz (15th, career high) and Randy Arozarena with a massive shot to left field. Brandon Lowe also got in the action with an RBI single. How did the moves on Tuesday’s deadline affect the organization? Is Rays Nation happy with the alterations?...
Aaron Civale Becomes A Ray While Tyler Glasnow Quiets the Yankees | Locked On Rays
August 01, 2023 10:45 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the first game of a three game series against the New York Yankees 5-1. Tyler Glasnow was impressive, going 7 innings strong allowing only one run (Jake Bauers solo shot) and making it the third outing in a row completing seven innings. The Rays provided the offense with four homeruns by Brandon Lowe, Wander Franco, Isaac Paredes and Josh Lowe, the latter which came back-to-back. However, the fun victory against the Bronx Bombers was not the biggest news. Aaron Civale, ...
Tampa Bay Rays trade for badly needed starting pitcher Aaron Civale
August 01, 2023 02:00 - 7 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays trade for Aaron Civale from the Cleveland Guardians. In the deal, the Rays send 1B prospect Kyle Manzardo to Cleveland. Is this the deal the Rays need to get over the top? Locked On's Kainani Stevens is joined by Locked On Rays co-host Ulises Sambrano to discuss the Rays trade. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=YouTube Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnMLB Support Us By Supp...
Rays Win Series Against the Houston Astros | Locked On Rays
July 31, 2023 14:13 - 36 minutesMonday Takeaways Episode! The Tampa Bay Rays won a three game series against the Houston Astros. It was their first series win in July since coming back from the All-Star Break series win against the Kansas City Royals. Both teams are second in their respective divisions, chasing both the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers. The Rays won the first and third game while Houston took the middle by a couple of touchdowns. Is Brandon Lowe getting hot? Why are the Rays silent during the Trade Dead...
Rays Meet Against the Houston Astros | Locked On Rays
July 28, 2023 20:43 - 38 minutesFUN FRIDAY EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays start a three game series against the Houston Astros. Both teams are second in their respective divisions, chasing both the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers. Shane McClanahan will be getting the ball on Friday evening and will measure against Christian Javier. To answer the outlook on the Rays surrounding the trade deadline and more, WTSP’s Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoU...
MAILBAG: Rays Split the Marlins Series | Locked On Rays
July 27, 2023 15:53 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays split the Citrus Series (a two game series) against the Miami Marlins in St. Petersburg losing 7-1. Zach Eflin provided four innings where the Fish were able to get to him quite often and early. He exited with left knee discomfort and initial MRI’s show it might not be too bad of an injury. Offense was silenced by a complete game outing from 2022 Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara. To answer some mailbag questions surrounding the trade deadline and more, WTSP’s Sports Director...
Tyler Glasnow Deals Against the Marlins | Locked On Rays
July 26, 2023 14:59 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the first game of the Citrus Series of a two game series against the Miami Marlins in St. Petersburg 4-1. Tyler Glasnow provided quality and quantity as he went 7 innings only allowing one run while striking out 8. Jason Adam and Pete Fairbanks helped close the door on the Fish without allowing a hit nor a walk. The Rays offense was helped by Yandy Diaz, who unfortunately had to exit the game due to a groin issue he sustained while making a play at first base, which hop...
MAILBAG: Trade Deadline Approaches With Bullpen Help Coming? | Locked On Rays
July 25, 2023 18:52 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays will be hosting the Citrus Series for a two game series against the Miami Marlins in St. Petersburg. With only about a week to go before the Trade Deadline, we open our mailbag to hear a couple of questions surrounding what kind of adds the Rays could target to bolster their pitching, including Josh Header, Carlos Estevez and, of course, the always fun Shohei Ohtani hypothetical. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @Locke...
The Rays Avoid the Sweep | Locked On Rays
July 24, 2023 18:28 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays avoid the four-game sweep in St. Petersburg against the Baltimore Orioles by winning on Friday evening. The Rays offense had glimmers of hope with a 5 run comeback on Saturday but yielded the winning run with Pete Fairbanks’ third outing in a row. Taj Bradley dealt on Sunday after getting through a rocky start but the bullpen did not help and besides a Yandy Diaz 2 run-homer, not a lot of offense was shown in Tropicana Field by the Rays. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Fol...
Worst Rays Defeat of 2023 | Locked On Rays
July 21, 2023 19:40 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the first game of the four-game series in St. Petersburg against the Baltimore Orioles in extra innings 4-3, possibly being the worst game for the Rays in 2023. Randy Arozarena had an overall bad game on defense and offense. The Rays offense was not able to get through Kyle Gibson and now have lost possession of the AL East lead. Could the Rays swindle a trade for Shohei Ohtani? ESPN seems to think so. What would be your package for the Angels? Follow Kevin Weiss @Kev...
Rays Get Swept by the Texas Rangers | Locked On Rays
July 20, 2023 13:27 - 38 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the third game of the three-game series in Arlington against the Texas Rangers, making it the second sweep they have suffered in 2023. Although Zack Littell pitched great for 3.1 innings, the Rays bullpen was not able to hold it together as Kevin Kelley allowed a three-run shot to put the game out of reach. The Rays offense was silent until a Jose Siri solo shot in the 9th inning. The Rays will be flying to St. Pete to face the Baltimore Orioles for four games. Follow...
Rays Lose Series Against the Texas Rangers | Locked On Rays
July 19, 2023 19:06 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the second game of the three-game series in Arlington against the Texas Rangers 5-3. Although Taj Bradley pitched great for five innings, the Rays bullpen was not able to hold it together as Javy Guerra allowed a three-run shot to Corey Seager. The Rays would counter with a couple solo bombs from Randy Arozarena and Brandon Lowe but it was not enough. The Rays will be unveiling a couple of statues to commemorate the 25th anniversary. One will be Evan Longoria’s iconic ...
Rays Lose It On A Wild Pitch | Locked On Rays
July 18, 2023 22:22 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the first game of the three-game series in Arlington against the Texas Rangers 3-2 on a wild pitch. Although Shane McClanahan pitched great for six innings, his lone mistake yielded a 2-run shot that tied the game.Should the Rays bolster the bullpen or the starting rotation? How much prospect capital would the Rays be willing to part with during this season? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & ...
Rays AL East Lead Down To One | Locked On Rays
July 17, 2023 22:43 - 29 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the three-game series in Kansas City against the Royals winning the Saturday double-header and losing on Sunday. Kevin Cash was able to get his win number 700 in his managerial career. He is 54 away from tying legendary manager, Joe Maddon. The MLB Draft saw the Rays pick college bats in the earlier rounds but then turn to arms for 14 out of their 20 picks. With the AL East lead down to one game, is it normal for this to be happening? Or is it time to be concerned? Fol...
All Star Rays Week A Success | Locked On Rays
July 14, 2023 13:23 - 39 minutesFUN FRIDAY EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays were well represented on Tuesday evening in Seattle at the All-Star game as Randy Arozarena put on a show in the first inning robbing Freddie Freeman at the wall, then later getting a single (promptly caught stealing). Yandy Diaz got the scoring started with a solo shot in the second inning. However, the Rays were also disrespected as both Shane McClanahan and Wander Franco were skipped during the introductions. Wander Franco got in the game late and ha...
MAILBAG: Randy Arozarena's Future With The Rays | Locked On Rays
July 13, 2023 12:49 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE: -What does Randy Arozarena’s future look like with the team? Is he a forever Ray with a long-term contract or will he be used as a trade piece in the near future? -What new feature would you like to see in the new stadium that is built for the Rays? -What should be the number one priority for the Rays in regards to pitching—the bullpen or the rotation? Who can they bring up from the minor leagues? Is there going to be a roster crunch? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Foll...
Yandy Diaz & Randy Arozarena Shine, Shane McClanahan & Wander Franco Get Skipped | Locked On Rays
July 12, 2023 14:05 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were well represented on Tuesday evening in Seattle at the All-Star game as Randy Arozarena put on a show in the first inning robbing Freddie Freeman at the wall, then later getting a single (promptly caught stealing). Yandy Diaz got the scoring started with a solo shot in the second inning. However, the Rays were also disrespected as both Shane McClanahan and Wander Franco were skipped during the introductions. Wander Franco got in the game late and had one at bat where he...
Randy Arozarena Shines in the Home Run Derby | Locked On Rays
July 11, 2023 13:29 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were well represented on Monday evening in Seattle as Randy Arozarena put on a show at the Home Run Derby. Although he was not able to win it in the finals as he was 2 HRs shy of winning it, Randy stole the show with his personality and charisma that Rays fans have come to appreciate. The stage is set for the All-Star game on Tuesday, but is the AL lineup missing some HOF-type players? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show...
Rays Break the Losing Streak | Locked On Rays
July 10, 2023 18:28 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were victorious on Sunday afternoon in the three-game series in St. Petersburg against the Atlanta Braves, ending their losing streak of 7 games. The Rays offense got it started early and often, highlighted by a moonshot by Yandy Diaz, who had not homered since May 26th against the LA Dodgers. Now the Rays get some rest this week, except for the best players of the team—Diaz, Randy Arozarena and Wander Franco who will be going to Seattle for the All-Star Game. Follow Kevin...
Rays Welcome the Atlanta Braves While On A Losing Streak | Locked On Rays
July 07, 2023 23:16 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were swept in the three-game series in St. Petersburg against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Rays bullpen pitched for the win but the Rays offense was unable to produce anything at the dish except for a Isaac Paredes solo shot. Now the Rays welcome the best team in baseball, the Atlanta Braves. To talk about this and much more, WTSP’s Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @Locked...
Wander Franco & Randy Arozarena Lineup Conspiracy? | Locked On Rays
July 06, 2023 11:40 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the second game of a three-game series in St. Petersburg against the Philadelphia Phillies 8-4. The Rayspitching staff got knocked around by the Phillies offense. Is there a lineup conspiracy between Randy Arozarena and Wander Franco? Most likely no, but where’s the fun in that? Let’s talk about it. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com...
Wander Franco Is An All Star | Locked On Rays
July 05, 2023 22:46 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the first game of a three-game series in St. Petersburg against the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1. The Rays’ Zach Eflin, former Phillies pitcher, shoved only allowing 2 runs but his counter part in Aaron Nola was even better. It was a pitcher’s duel that unfortunately went against the Rays. Wander Franco got named to the All-Star game as a replacement for Aaron Judge at the end of the game. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow th...
Zach Eflin Revenge Game vs Phillies? | Locked On Rays
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Was Wander Franco Snubbed? | Locked On Rays
July 03, 2023 21:00 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the series in Seattle, behind an a bullpen implosion as well as an ill-fated determination on the field by the umpiring crew. The Rays finished their roadtrip on the west by going 3-3 and now head back to Tropicana Field to meet the Phillies. Wander Franco was not selected in the reserves but Shane McClanahan was selected. The Rays also had the great news that both Randy Arozarena would be participating in the HR Derby in the All-Star festivities in Seattle. Follow Kev...
Randy Arozarena & Yandy Diaz Are All-Stars | Locked On Rays
June 30, 2023 04:01 - 44 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the series in Phoenix, Arizona 6-1, behind an offensive rally that saw the Rays score 5 runs. Yonny Chirinos acted as the bulk pitcher and threw 6 innings and only allowing one run after a rough outing in his last go around. The Rays also had the great news that both Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz will be starting in the All-Star game in Seattle. To talk about this , Wander Franco being benched and mid-season review, WTSP's Channel 10 Sports Director, Evan Closky joins ...