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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Mid-Season Rays Awards | Locked On Rays
June 29, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won the second game in Phoenix, Arizona 3-2 with a late night comeback! Now that the Rays have played more than half of their games, which of Randy Arozarena, Yandy Diaz, Wander Franco or Shane McClanahan will take the mid-season awards? In the comments, share your MVP, Surprise Player, Disappointment and signature moment of the Rays 2023 season. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all ...
Rays Drop First Game in Arizona | Locked On Rays
June 28, 2023 22:37 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays dropped the first game in Phoenix, Arizona as their expansion brother franchise, the Arizona Diamondbacks got their offense going early against Taj Bradley. Allowing 5 runs in the first inning for Taj was rough, but the Rays came right back in the second inning with 4 runs of their own. However, the floodgates were not closed and the Diamondbacks kept it going not only against Bradley but against Shawn Armstrong as well. The Diamondbacks got a huge three-run homer from Corb...
Rays Reunion with Evan Longoria | Locked On Rays
June 27, 2023 21:00 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have traveled to Phoenix, Arizona as they meet their expansion brother franchise, the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Rays will be facing NL Cy Young contender Zac Gallen while the Rays counter with young hurler, Taj Bradley. Offensively, the Diamondbacks have been tremendous, especially by the contributions from their rookie, Corbin Carroll. To note, the Rays will be seeing a familiar face, the best to have ever worn a Rays uniform, Evan Longoria. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_...
Rays Split It With the Kansas City Royals | Locked On Rays
June 26, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays split the four-game series against the Kansas City Royals at Tropicana Field. The Rays entered Sunday needing to win to get the split and Tyler Glasnow helped by pitching 5 innings and striking out 12. Offensively, the Rays were buoyed by Jose Siri’s 14th HR of the season, tying Randy Arozarena for the team lead. The bullpen held it scoreless as the Rays were able to get a couple more runs late in the game. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUl...
Wander Franco Has Been Benched | Locked On Rays
June 23, 2023 23:20 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays dropped the first game of the four-game series against the Kansas City Royals at Tropicana Field. The Rays bullpen could not hold the lead and once again, lost a winnable game. However, the biggest storyline was Rays manager Kevin Cash admitting to the media that star shortstop Wander Franco would be benched for two games, following tantrums and ‘not being a good teammate’ throughout this season. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Foll...
Rays Split It Against the Orioles | Locked On Rays
June 22, 2023 20:12 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays split the two-game series against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field. Taj Bradley had his best start in 2023 by allowing 0 runs in the six innings he worked, longest outing of his career so far. The Rays offense was fantastic as they scored seven runs, including a back-to-back show by Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 h...
Aaron Hicks Gets Tyler Glasnow | Locked On Rays
June 21, 2023 17:50 - 28 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays dropped the first game of the two-game series against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field. Tyler Glasnow had his worst start in 2023 by allowing 4 runs in the first inning, including a moonshot by former Yankees player, Aaron Hicks. The Orioles have now won eight of their last ten games, so the Rays will have to execute on all facets against Baltimore to win the Wednesday matchup.The Rays offense was able to make it close and almost complete a comebac...
What Are Your Baseball Pet Peeves? | Locked On Rays
June 20, 2023 22:27 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays start a two-game series against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field. Tyler Glasnow will take the ball for the Rays who finally had a well-deserved off-day on Monday. The Orioles have won seven of their last ten games, so the Rays will have to execute on all facets against Baltimore.To note, with the quality Baltimore’s late inning arms, the Rays will have to get their scoring done before the eighth inning. What are your baseball pet peeves? We run through all your comm...
San Diego Padres Win Series Against Tampa Bay Rays With Tatis Magic and the Return of Snellzilla
June 19, 2023 23:48 - 42 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays lost the series against the San Diego Padres as they dropped Sunday’s game 5-4. Although Yonny Chirinos worked a solid 4.1 innings, the defense behind him was not as stellar as Rays fans are used to seeing. On the offensive side, Manuel Margot and Randy Arozarena had great games, but it was a Fernando Tatis Jr., throw from the outfield that cut a Rays rally short and kept the game in the Padres favor. To recap the weekend action, Locked On Padres host Javier Reyes joins the...
Rays Face the San Diego Padres | Locked On Rays
June 16, 2023 22:38 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays beat the Oakland Athletics on Thursday afternoon 4-3, behind a short but impressive strikeout performance by Taj Bradley who collected one shy of a dozen in less than 5 innings On the offensive side, Luke Raley became the MVP of the game with his 8th inning solo home run that put the Rays over to get the W. The Rays will now be facing the San Diego Padres with interesting matchups featuring You Darvish vs. Shane McClanahan and Zack Eflin vs. Blake Snell. Follow Kevin Weiss ...
Rays Win One in Oakland | Locked On Rays
June 15, 2023 20:40 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays beat the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday evening 6-3, behind a solid 5 inning effort from Tyler Glasnow. However, it was the bullpen, led by Ryan Thompson’s return, that should get the spotlight. On the offensive side, Manuel Margot had three hits and was all over the bases. Yandy Diaz and Wander Franco got into the action albeit with some base running gaffes and Josh Lowe came through against a lefty arm from the bullpen. Today’s show will focus on three separate mailbag qu...
Rays Lose Reverse Boycott Game | Locked On Rays
June 14, 2023 22:41 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were served a one-run loss once again at the hands of the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday evening, otherwise known as the Reverse Boycott Game. Although both Jalen Beeks and Yonny Chirinos looked the part for the first half of the game, late runs against Colin Poche and Robert Stephenson put the game out of reach for the Rays. However, it was the offense that did not respond as they were only able to score one run. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambr...
Rays Drop First One in Oakland | Locked On Rays
June 13, 2023 23:52 - 33 minuteshe Tampa Bay Rays were served a one-run loss at the hands of the Oakland Athletics on Monday evening. Although Zack Eflin looked the part for the first four innings, the fifth inning did him in as a couple of walks devolved into 4 runs. Jose Siri tried to get the Rays back with a three run home run but it was not enough. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LO...
Rays Remain Best Team in Baseball | Locked On Rays
June 12, 2023 18:53 - 29 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays got the series victory against the second beat team in the league the Texas Rangers, pushing their record to 48-20. The Rays got contributions this weekend from Isaac Paredes, Wander Franco, Shane McClanahan and many more. The offense keeps putting runs on the board like they've done the whole season, proving that no matter the opponent, they can beat anybody. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Sub...
Rays Sweep the Minnesota Twins! | Locked On Rays
June 09, 2023 21:20 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have swept their series against the Minnesota Twins. They won the final game 4-2 behind a solid start by Yonny Chirinos who worked into the 6th inning. Harold Ramirez and Luke Raley had great offensive days and Josh Lowe helped Jason Adam get the save with a tremendous 9th inning catch. The Rays now face the other juggernaut of the American League, the Texas Rangers for a three game series. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the ...
Randy Arozarena Walks Off the Twins | Locked On Rays
June 08, 2023 18:37 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have won the series against the Minnesota Twins by a walk-off victory on Wednesday evening. Randy Arozarena hit the home run to get the Rays the victory but it was a whole team effort before that. Isaac Paredes helped with a solo bomb to open the scoring but also helped defensively in the 8th inning turning a tremendous double play with the help of Taylor Walls and Luke Raley. The Rays are said to be calling up Yonny Chirinos and Luis Patiño as Josh Fleming and Calvin Fauch...
Rays All-Stars Should Be? | Locked On Rays
June 07, 2023 11:29 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have been the best team of the 2023 season. The biggest surprise has been the offensive production throughout the lineup. With All-Star voting underway, who will be representing the best team in MLB? Four players? Three? Less than that due to lack of market size? Let us know what you think as Locked On Rays and WTSP’s Sports Director Evan Closky give their say on who those players representing the fandom in Seattle will be. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sa...
Rays Possible Trade Scenarios | Locked On Rays
June 06, 2023 06:37 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have taken three games of four from the Boston Red Sox in this four-game series that had been rain delayed. The Rays finished their roadtrip going 4-3 after a slow start in Chicago against the Cubs. The Rays got some offensive help from Luke Raley and Francisco Mejia as well as yet another solid Shane McClanahan start. As the season keeps moving forward, is it too early to talk possible trades? Locked On Rays does not think so! To join and share another trade scenario, WTSP...
Will the Rays Win the Series in Boston?
June 05, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have taken two games of three from the Boston Red Sox in this four-game series that has been rain delayed. Due to no game on Friday, the Rays will now stay in Benton on Monday as they will start Cy Young candidate Shane McClanahan against the young Boston rookie Brayan Bello. Is Taj Bradley exceeding expectations? Has the Rays base running being unlocked this year? Let us know what you think on the comment section below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambr...
Rays Head Into Fenway Park | Locked On Rays
June 02, 2023 11:35 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays enjoyed their off-day on Thursday before getting ready for a four-game series in three days against the Boston Red Sox. Currently sitting in last place of the AL East, the Red Sox have a potent lineup but have deep pitching flaws and defense has not been kind to them. Will the Rays be able to take advantage of this? To discuss this, play baseball trivia and ‘Name That WAR!’, WTSP’s Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sa...
Rays Say Goodbye May, Hello June! | Locked On Rays
June 01, 2023 19:55 - 38 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays are done with a tough May schedule that saw them go 17-12 against great competition. The Rays closed the month with a nail-biting victory against the Chicago Cubs to salvage the series in the Friendly Confines. The Rays kept running effectively wild as they have now extended their team-record streak of consecutive steals to 25. The Rays have played in 16 straight games and get a very much deserved off-day on Thursday as they head to Boston to play four games in three days. ...
Rays Lose Series Against Cubs | Locked On Rays
May 31, 2023 20:15 - 26 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have lost the series against the Chicago Cubs by scoring only 1 run in the first two games of the series. Although Rays pitching has come through by only allowing three runs, the offense has been noticeably on a funk. However, these series will happen when there are 162 games to be played. The Rays still have the best record in baseball. Now, they’ll be playing to salvage one game against Chicago before going to Fenway Park. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises S...
CROSSOVER: Rays Win Bloodbath Against Dodgers | Locked On Rays
May 29, 2023 14:30 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were able to take the series against the LA Dodgers by winning a punch for punch affair that saw a final score of 11-10. The Rays were able to secure the win with two scoreless innings in the backend from Jason Adam, who came through after Pete Fairbanks was hurt during his warm up routine. The Rays showcased their ongoing speed around the bases and exploited that the whole series. In this episode, our pal Sully from Locked On MLB joins the show. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinW...
Rays Welcome the LA Dodgers | Locked On Rays
May 26, 2023 19:35 - 45 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were able to find the series victory by taking the afternoon Thursday game from the Toronto Blue Jays 6-3. The Rays were able to capitalize on Alek Manoah's shaky start and ran their way into multiple runs not only by stealing bases but also by hustling on the basepaths. The Rays will now face the Los Angeles Dodgers for a three-game series. Will the Rays be victorious? Will the bullpen get better? Will Tyler Glasnow be a sight for sore eyes? WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Cl...
MAILBAG: To Bullpen or Not To Bullpen | Locked On Rays
May 25, 2023 11:46 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays were able to hold on to the win after a shaky bullpen outing by Jason Adam. Shane McClanahan was able to go seven innings only allowing one run. During this episode, Locked On Rays dives deep in the mailbag and answer questions regarding:-What are the bullpen worries? Should starters go longer in starts?-What should be the fanbase’s expectations for Taj Bradley’s 2023 season? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow t...
Rays Get 'Clunkered' by the Blue Jays | Locked On Rays
May 24, 2023 11:51 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of the Toronto Blue Jays by a football score of 20-1. Taj Bradley gave the Rays only four innings but it was the bullpen and position players that served up the rest of the 16 runs to the Toronto lineup. A silver lining, however, is that Tyler Glasnow will be making his next start with the Rays on Saturday. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays Follow & Subscribe on ...
Rays Take First Game Against Blue Jays | Locked On Rays
May 23, 2023 21:03 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays won Monday evening against the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4. Their record now stands at 35-14 as they lead the AL East. The Rays were able to capitalize on a couple of errors from 1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and turn them into multiple runs. The Rays showed off their power as Jose Sirí, Randy Arozarena and Luke Raley went deep and showcased their speed as well as Wander Franco got himself a triple and Arozarena stretched a single into a double. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Foll...
CROSSOVER: Rays Welcome the Toronto Blue Jays | Locked On Rays
May 22, 2023 20:16 - 26 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays just finished a series win against the Milwaukee Brewers. Now, tougher competition arrives in the form of the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays currently sit last in the AL East but are coming in 4-6 in their latest homestand. In order to preview this series, Craig Ballard host of the Locked On Blue Jays shares the episode to hit the spotlight on the AL East rival. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & ...
Rays Welcome the Milwaukee Brewers | Locked On Rays
May 19, 2023 22:06 - 37 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays return from their 4-6 road trip to the Trop where they welcome the Milwaukee Brewers for a weekend series. As it is a FUN FRIDAY episode, let’s open up the mailbag to hear what you have to say, Rays fans. From Steve Raines:Changes from last season: - Wander is healthy - B. Lowe is healthy - Josh Lowe is a regular - Luke Raley is a regular - Bethancourt is a regular - Siri is a regular 2022 Team Stats: - WRC+ … 101 (15th) - OPS … 0.686 (25th) - BA … 0.239 ...
Rays Go Back and Forth Against Mets | Locked On Rays
May 18, 2023 11:46 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays took tan extra-inning loss against the NY Mets 8-7. The Rays offense was powered by Brandon Lowe and Jose Siri bombs. But, the bullpen imploded. Jason Adam and Pete Fairbanks both blew leads in the 9th and 10th innings. 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://...
Rays Power Comes Through Against Mets | Locked On Rays
May 17, 2023 23:08 - 34 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays opened the series against the New York Mets with a 8-5 victory on Tuesday evening. The Rays offense jumped on future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander with contributions from Isaac Paredes, Harold Ramirez and Jose Siri. Isaac’s two homers got him to six for the year and Siri’s solo shot gives him five for the season. The Rays will now be facing Japanese pitcher Kodai Senga for the middle game of the three-ga...
Rays Step into Queens Against the New York Mets | Locked On Rays
May 16, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays meet up with the other New York team, the Mets! This three-game series will feature future Hall of Fame, Justin Verlander in the opening game. The Rays pitching staff is not as healthy and productive as Rays fans have come to expect so hopefully the off-days did the boys some good. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LORays?sid=You... Loc...
Rays Split it with the Yankees | Locked On Rays
May 15, 2023 15:34 - 32 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays split the four-game series against the New York Yankees by winning the bookend affairs and losing the middle two. The Rays offense showed up in the Bronx, giving multiple headaches to the Yankees pitching staff, including two grand slams, one by Yandy Diaz and another by Taylor Walls. The Rays pitching staff however did not have a great series, especially the bullpen as they allowed 16 runs in 17 innings ...
Josh Lowe Becomes A Yankees Killer | Locked On Rays
May 12, 2023 17:43 - 34 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays offense exploded on Thursday evening as they took the first game of the four-game series 8-2. Josh Lowe broke out with 5 RBI, a bases clearing double and a late 2 run bomb to put an exclamation point on his game. Josh Lowe was not the only star of the show, as Drew Rasmussen twirled a gem with 7 scoreless innings in less than 80 pitches. The Rays have three more games in the Bronx over the weekend. Follow...
Rays Drop Series Against the Baltimore Orioles | Locked On Rays
May 11, 2023 14:46 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were handed their third series loss of the year at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles. Wednesday's game featured good pitching, good defense but not enough timely hits for the Rays. During the three-game series, the Rays went 1-22 with men in scoring positions, the one hit coming in the later innings of Wednesday's game as Wander drove in Yandy Diaz with a liner up the middle. The Rays will now head to New York for seven games, but first, it is the New York Yankees they wil...
Rays Got 'Double Played' in Baltimore | Locked On Rays
May 10, 2023 14:21 - 36 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays dropped the second game of the series against the Baltimore Orioles 4-2. Although the Rays had plenty of baserunners to do damage, multiple double plays killed rallies. Grayson Rodriguez navigated through the Rays lineup effectively while Zach Eflin could not provide a quality start for the Rays as he pitched six innings, allowing four runs. The two teams will meet on Wednesday evening as Dean Kremer will ...
Shane McClanahan Solid Again Against Orioles | Locked On Rays
May 09, 2023 14:54 - 37 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays were victorious on Monday evening taking the first game of the series by a score of 3-0 against the Baltimore Orioles. Shane McClanahan earned his league leading 8th win behind six solid innings, allowing no runs and striking out seven. The Rays offense was carried by solo shots from Josh Lowe and Luke Raley, as well as timely contributions from Wander Franco both with the bat and the glove. The Rays have...
Walking Off the Yankees with a Series Win | Locked On Rays
May 08, 2023 20:16 - 36 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays won the weekend series against the last place New York Yankees by taking the bookend games on Friday and Sunday. Sunday’s game featured an improbable comeback as the Rays found themselves down 6-0 in the fifth against Gerrit Cole. However, the Rays offense this year has been unstoppable and they showed why, capped by a three-run shot from Christian Bethancourt, an electric base running display by Jose Siri...
Hello, New York Yankees | Locked On Rays
May 05, 2023 11:16 - 41 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays finished the sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates by winning the Thursday game 3-2. The Rays got a tremendous start by free agent acquisition Zach Eflin, who threw 7 innings, allowing only 3 hits, no walks and struck out 10 guys in 80 pitches. The Rays offense was carried by three solo shots from Taylor Walls, Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlis...
Wander Franco Flips It Against Pittsburgh | Locked On Rays
May 04, 2023 19:15 - 36 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays took the series against the holders of the best record in the National League, the Pittsburgh Pirates. Wednesday’s blowout victory (8-1) started as a pitcher’s duel between Shane McClanahan and Mitch Keller. However, the Pittsburgh defense let Keller down and the Rays were able to capitalize on the many defensive miscues. In between the action, Wander Franco unveiled a new flip of the baseball while playin...
Rays Steal the Show Against the Pirates | Locked On Rays
May 03, 2023 13:31 - 34 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays hosted the best team in the National League on Tuesday evening, the Pittsburgh Pirates and came out on top with a score of 4-1. The Rays offense was supplied by Harold Ramirez, Jose Siri, Yandy Diaz and Wander Franco. The Rays pitching staff, though messy at times, came through as they only allowed one run amongst 7 pitchers. The Rays will throw their Opening Day starter Shane McClanahan against Mitch Kell...
MAILBAG: Can't Wait to Go to 'RandyLand' | Locked On Rays
May 02, 2023 19:02 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had an off-day on Monday so today we have a MAILBAG EPISODE! Locked on Rays listeners have spoken and want to discuss the following topics: -What are some under-the-radar prospects that could see some time with the Rays this year? -Is there time to find an alternative closer if Pete Fairbanks cannot pitch in the cold? -What is the outlook of RandyLand? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe o...
Bullpen Worries? | Locked On Rays
May 02, 2023 00:01 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays took three out of four games against the Chicago White Sox. However, their Sunday loss felt a bit heavier as the bullpen allowed 7 runs in the 9th inning blowing a comeback victory their offense had built. Jalen Beeks was not able to put hitters away with 2 strikes and Garrett Cleavinger could not put out the fire. Nevertheless, this Rays team is at a historic start with a 23-6 record and will now meet the best team in the NL, the Pittsburgh Pirates. Follow Kevin Weiss @Ke...
Rays Meet the White Sox Again | Locked On Rays
April 28, 2023 20:53 - 42 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays put on an offensive display in cold Chicago as they beat the White Sox 14-5. Both teams came being shutout so having Shane McClanahan and Dylan Cease as starters the score was definitely surprising. !!!!!!!!!THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED ON WEDNESDAY EVENING!!!!! The above means that we recorded after the second Houston Astros defeat. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platfo...
Rays Drop Their First Home Game | Locked On Rays
April 26, 2023 11:28 - 38 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays were finally given their first defeat at Tropicana Field in 2023 at the hands of the Houston Astros by a score of 5-0. Drew Rasmussen had been pitching really well, keeping the Astros scoreless after 4 innings but the wheels came off in the 5th inning when the Astros offense put up 5 runs on 6 hits in that inning. Although the bullpen was able to contain the Astros after his departure, Luis Garcia and the ...
Rays Reign Over the Astros Taking the First Game | Locked On Rays
April 25, 2023 18:20 - 33 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Houston Astros 8-3 to remain undefeated at home in this 2023 season. Their 14-0 record at home is the best in the live ball era. They were able to do so with a solid start by rookie starter Taj Bradley, who after a shaky first inning, was able to keep the Astros in check as he delivered 5 innings only allowing 3 runs. The defense was impeccable by the Rays as Brandon Lowe, Christian Bethancourt an...
Sweepin' the White Sox Away | Locked On Rays
April 24, 2023 17:03 - 33 minutesSUPPORT US ON VENMO! The Tampa Bay Rays had themselves a fun weekend as they swept the Chicago White Sox off the Trop. The first 2 victories were walk-off style W's, Brandon Lowe & Randy Arozarena being the heroes. Sunday's affair was a more traditional win, backed up by good pitching and timely hitting. However, there did seem to be a negative this weekend. Why do national broadcasts always seem to lean against the the Tampa Bay Rays? Was something off from the Saturday call for Arozarena's ...
MAILBAG: Chicago White Sox Come to Town | Locked On Rays
April 21, 2023 21:06 - 38 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! Although it is a Fun Friday episode, the Locked On Rays mailbag is getting a bit too heavy and we have to do our part to keep it light. Two questions from loyal listeners make the show tackling the following topics: -Would Brandon Lowe be traded? -What moves can we expect during the season from the front office? Being a Fun Friday episode, there is also baseball trivia and 'Name That WAR!'. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the ...
Crossover: Rays Take Two in Cincinnati | Locked On Rays
April 20, 2023 14:15 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays clobbered their way out of Cincinnati as they won the third game and the series with a score of 8-0. Drew Rasmussen looked sharp, albeit his 3 BB allowed. Fleming and Fairbanks helped round out the pitching side of things. On the offensive side, the Rays got started early as they put up 6 of the 8 runs in the first inning. It was an incredibly display of swinging at pitches they could do damage on and that’s certainly what happened. To talk about this series, Locked On Rays...
Taylor Walls Homers Twice in Rays Victory But Lose Jeffrey Springs to Tommy John | Locked On Rays
April 19, 2023 11:38 - 34 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays had a mixed news kind of day on Tuesday as they obliterated the Cincinnati Reds by a score of 10-0. With a huge day from Taylor Walls (two-homer day!), Yandy Diaz and Randy Arozarena, the Rays offense was alive. However, earlier on the day, they received news that Jeffrey Springs would be missing the rest of the season due to Tommy John surgery. The news of losing Springs is a tough one as he had been showing nothing but quality in ...