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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Pete Fairbanks & Yandy Díaz Get Extended! | Locked On Rays
January 30, 2023 21:04 - 34 minutesLocked On Rays YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnRays The Tampa Bay Rays fandom is getting some good news as two fan favorite players are both getting extensions in Pete Fairbanks and Yandy Díaz. Pete Fairbanks will be earning $3.67 million for the next three seasons and there's an option for the 2026 season for $7 million. Yandy Díaz's is for also 3 years but $24 million. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Mason Auer (PART 3) | Locked On Rays
January 27, 2023 22:32 - 28 minutesA 5th round pick from the 2021 draft, Mason Auer had an impressive first full-year in professional baseball, between Low-A Charleston and High-A Bowling green. He slashed .290/.372/.487 with 15 home runs between both teams while also showing off his tremendous speed with 12 triples and 48 stolen bases. Mason joins Locked On Rays and shares his off-season regimen, his 2023 goals, his experience as a professional baseball player while also sharing his passion for baseball from a young age. Maso...
Jeffrey Springs Contract Extension! | Locked On Rays
January 26, 2023 11:24 - 39 minutesLocked On Rays YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnRays The Tampa Bay Rays surprised its fandom by signing lefty starter and ex-relief pitcher Jeffrey Springs to a 4-year deal worth $31 million. His contract could be worth up to $65.75 million if all incentives are met as well as the 2027 team option is picked up. Jeffrey Springs was a revelation in the 2022 season joining the rotation putting up a 2.46 ERA in 135 innings pitched with 144 strikeouts. His 5.60 BB% and 26.2K% alon...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Mason Auer (PART 2) | Locked On Rays
January 25, 2023 20:42 - 26 minutesA 5th round pick from the 2021 draft, Mason Auer had an impressive first full-year in professional baseball, between Low-A Charleston and High-A Bowling green. He slashed .290/.372/.487 with 15 home runs between both teams while also showing off his tremendous speed with 12 triples and 48 stolen bases. Mason joins Locked On Rays and shares his off-season regimen, his 2023 goals, his experience as a professional baseball player while also sharing his passion for baseball from a young age. Maso...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Mason Auer (PART 1) | Locked On Rays
January 24, 2023 05:01 - 26 minutesA 5th round pick from the 2021 draft, Mason Auer had an impressive first full-year in professional baseball, between Low-A Charleston and High-A Bowling green. He slashed .290/.372/.487 with 15 home runs between both teams while also showing off his tremendous speed with 12 triples and 48 stolen bases. Mason joins Locked On Rays and shares his off-season regimen, his 2023 goals, his experience as a professional baseball player while also sharing his passion for baseball from a young age. Maso...
Way Too Early MLB Predictions for 2023 | Locked On Rays
January 20, 2023 10:55 - 38 minutesIt's never too early to make bold predictions (it probably is!). So, here are Locked On Rays' bold predictions for MLB during the 2023 season. How likely are these to occur? Let us know in the comments if you agree or disagree with these and drop your own bold predictions as well! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us B...
MAILBAG: What Could Have Been | Locked On Rays
January 18, 2023 11:54 - 31 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! Locked On Rays opens up the mailbag and answers your questions, comments and suggestions on this episode including: -Who was a prospect that you were excited for but never lived up to expectations? -How excited are you about the World Baseball Classic? -Do you think the new re-balanced schedule will be a benefit for the Rays in the upcoming season? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #R...
Arbitration Shenanigans | Locked On Rays
January 16, 2023 23:51 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had 14 players who were arbitration eligible for the 2023 season and were only able to settle with 7 players. The Rays will now go to arbitration with the following players: Jason Adam, Ryan Thompson, Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs, Colin Poche, Yandy Díaz and Harold Ramirez. -The Rays are arguing for a cumulative $3 million against these 7 players. Is this a bad look for the Rays? -Could this foster negativity between the player and the team? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWei...
Prospects On the Rise: Mason Auer & Kyle Manzardo | Locked On Rays
January 14, 2023 00:13 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays fandom has been more in tuned to their prospects down in the farm due to the Rays' way of operating. Every year there are new prospects to get excited about and Mason Auer and Kyle Manzardo are both very interesting players that have been on fire in the minor leagues. Let's dive deep on their numbers and what they could provide hopefully sooner than later. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #RaysUp #Locked...
MAILBAG: How Will the Rays Improve Their Offense? | Locked On Rays
January 12, 2023 01:56 - 29 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! (RECORDED ON SUNDAY JAN 8TH!) The Tampa Bay Rays had one of the worst offenses in MLB by a lot of standards. Erik Neander mentioned that their offense would need to be addressed in the off-season. It is almost mid-January and Rays fandom keeps twirling their thumbs as Free Agent names and trade candidates have gone by the wayside including Jose Abreu, Sean Murphy, Brandon Belt and nostalgic option Evan Longoria. What will they do with 5 weeks left till Spring Training starts...
Way Too Early Rays 2023 Predictions | Locked On Rays
January 09, 2023 11:34 - 32 minutesAlthough it is only the second week of January, it is already time for a 'Way too early prediction' episode for the Tampa Bay Rays 2023 season. -How many innings will Tyler Glasnow pitch? -Will more than one starting pitcher receive Cy Young votes? -Can Zach Eflin lead the rotation in innings pitched? -Will Drew Rasmussen and Jeffrey Springs keep impressing? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays Follow & Subscribe on all Podca...
New Year's Resolutions for the Tampa Bay Rays | Locked On Rays
January 06, 2023 11:46 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays open the 2023 year with not a lot of off-season moves, no real movement on the stadium saga nor an offensive acquisition that can help the team. What should be the team's New Year's Resolution? Let us know in the comments below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us By Supporting Our Spon...
MAILBAG: Free Agent Bats Still Available? | Locked On Rays
January 04, 2023 10:13 - 34 minutesLocked on Rays opens up the mailbag and respondes the following questions: -Rays need a lefty bat. Thoughts on trading for Florida native Daniel Vogelbach… Is he a good fit? What would it take to get him? -What do the two of you think about Eric Hosmer as a replacement for Ji-Man Choi? -Does Vidal Bruján have a future with this team long term? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #Tamp...
Best & Worst Rays Moments From 2022 | Locked On Rays
January 03, 2023 11:03 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays 2022 season did not go according to plan. But, like every season, there are always ups and downs, positives and negatives that we can all pinpoint during the season. What were your best and worst memories from the 2022 season? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us By Supporting Our Sponso...
Wander Franco Will Bounce Back in 2023 | Locked On Rays
December 30, 2022 16:22 - 30 minutesWander Franco had a tough 2022 season, filled with injuries and inconsistency. Although the final stat line is not disappointing for someone who is only 21 years old, Wander's expectations have followed him more closely since inking that 11 yrs/$182M contract with the Rays last off-season. What went right for him this season? What went wrong? What is his outlook for the future? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysU...
Can José Sirí's Bat Be Unlocked By The Rays? | Locked On Rays
December 28, 2022 05:00 - 27 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays pulled a three-team trade in the summer of 2022 which gained them defensive wizard, José Sirí. His talent with the glove and speed is obvious to anyone, but can the Rays find a way to improve his offensive output? What went right for him in 2022? What went wrong? Locked On Rays dives into the numbers and tackles all these questions. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseba...
Aaron Judge, Messi, Rams, Bengals, Ovechkin, Coach K, Sue Bird and more of the best sports moments from 2022
December 26, 2022 15:27 - 34 minutesLocked On Sports Today, hosted by Peter Bukowski takes a look at the biggest sports moments from 2022. From Aaron Judge's home run record, to championships for the Warriors, Rams, Astros, and Avalanche, to retirements of Coach K, Sue Bird, and Tom Brady retiring and un-retiring. 2022 was a big year in sports. In this year end special we look back on the biggest stories, the biggest games, and the superstars who called it a career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
What's On Your Rays Christmas Wish List? | Locked On Rays
December 23, 2022 13:49 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays fandom is aching for more moves to be made by the front office, especially on the offensive side of the ball. With this episode, let's unveil what are Rays wish list would be for each one. Let's have some fun with this one and type your wish list on the comment section below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRay...
MAILBAG: Does Seth Brown Make Sense for the Rays? | Locked On Rays
December 21, 2022 05:01 - 31 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! Locked on Rays keeps getting great comments, questions and suggestions and we urge you to send them along. On this episode we tackle: -Should Seth Brown be a target that the Rays pursue? -What is the excitement level for the 2023 season? -What is the determining factor on the stadium location? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #Te...
J.P. Feyereisen to the Dodgers | Locked On Rays
December 19, 2022 11:23 - 29 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had a few flurry of news happen during the week so let's break them down: 1. J.P. Feyereisen was DFA'd to make room for Zack Eflin. He was later traded to the L.A. Dodgers for minor league pitcher Jeff Belge. 2. Brendan McKay has been signed to a two year minor league contract. 3. Kevin Kiermaier contract details are out. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBa...
Is Jonathan Aranda Going to be Traded? | Locked On Rays
December 16, 2022 05:01 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had an influx of rookies taking a lot of playing time due to the multiple injuries the club suffered through the 2022 season.Is Jonathan Aranda a rookie that will see his playing time increase or will he be used as a trade chip? Vidal Bruján is also on the same boat. Has the team given up on the possibility to see Vidal become an important cog of this team's future after a difficult 2022 season? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follo...
MAILBAG: Will Rays Retire Fred McGriff's Number? | Locked On Rays
December 14, 2022 11:16 - 32 minutes-Will the Rays retire newly Hall of Famer, Fred McGriff's number? -Is the Trea Turner massive deal with the Phillies an overpay? -Who would you rather the Rays pursue, Michael Comforto or Sean Murphy? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline There is only 1 place that h...
Brooks Raley Traded to the New York Mets | Locked On Rays
December 13, 2022 05:01 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have traded high-leverage lefty relief pitcher Brooks Raley to the Mets in exchange for minor-league lefty Keyshawn Askew. The Rays have plenty of southpaw options in the bullpen. What were other reasons for this trade? What could be expected from the young, but intriguing Askew? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #T...
Kevin Kiermaier Is Now A Blue Jay | Locked On Rays
December 12, 2022 11:32 - 28 minutesAfter roaming the artificial turf of Tropicana Field and being the face of the franchise for close to a decade, Kevin Kiermaier will be donning a different shade of blue as it is reported he will be signing with the Toronto Blue Jays. As he stays within the AL East, Rays fans will be able to see plenty of The Outlaw in 2023...just in a different uniform. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBas...
Jason Adam Should Have Been An All-Star | Locked On Rays
December 09, 2022 11:21 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had only one representative in this year's All-Star Game in Los Angeles. However, Jason Adam had the numbers as a reliever to be amongst the best in the American League. One of the biggest snubs in TB Rays history. How about Shawn Armstrong? Did his improvement at the end of the season point to a larger role in 2023? Could he be a candidate to move into the rotation like Drew Rasmussen and Jeffrey Springs have done? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @...
Will Brandon Lowe Bounce Back in 2023? | Locked On Rays
December 08, 2022 11:28 - 29 minutesSecond baseman Brandon Lowe had his toughest year with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022. Although injuries were a big part of lack of production, when he was on the field, he did not provide the level of output Rays fans have come to expect. What went right for him this year? What went wrong? What could we expect him from him 2023? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays...
MAILBAG: Will Drew Rasmussen Be a Trade Chip to Improve Offense? | Locked On Rays
December 07, 2022 19:41 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays need offense. How can they go about getting some bats? Free Agents will cost Stu Sternberg a pretty penny. So, can the lineup be improved through trades? If so, will Drew Rasmussen or Jeffrey Springs be trade chips used to get said bats? Also, there are reports that Bryan Reynolds is malcontent in Pittsburgh and would like to get traded. What would a package look like to obtain the talented bat of Reynolds? Make sure to leave your trade packages in the com...
Stadium Renderings...Again | Locked On Rays
December 06, 2022 05:01 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have yet another chapter to the stadium saga that does not end but does have a deadline as Rays fans know: The last year for the Trop lease is 2027. The Rays will need a new home for the 2028 season. Is this new plan in St. Pete to redevelop the Trop site the answer? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPod...
Welcome, Zach Eflin! | Locked On Rays
December 05, 2022 05:01 - 29 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays made a surprising signing late last week as the Rays signed RHP Zach Eflin for a three-year contract for $40M. He will be paid $11 million for the first two years and $18 million for his third and last year of the contract. This is hopefully the first of a few moves that the Rays will be making during the hot stove season. This is already an upgrade for the rotation/bulk role depending on how the Rays will utilize Zach Eflin during his Tampa Bay tenure. Follow Kevin Weiss ...
Did Francisco Mejía Lose the Starting Nod to Christian Bethancourt? | Locked On Rays
December 02, 2022 20:08 - 36 minutesWANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? E-MAIL [email protected] FOR INQUIRIES. The Tampa Bay Rays suffered multiple players to injury during the 2022 season, including starting catcher Mike Zunino. Francisco Mejía and Christian Bethancourt (mid-season acquisition from the Oakland A's) shared duties behind the dish with different degrees of success. What went right for both of them? What went wrong? What is their future with the Rays look like? Let us know your grade for these players in the comment...
Manuel Margot is a Lefty Masher | Locked On Rays
December 01, 2022 17:50 - 30 minutesWANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? E-MAIL [email protected] FOR INQUIRIES. The Tampa Bay Rays signed Manuel Margot to an extension during the 2022 season for the 2023 & 2024 seasons for $19.5M with an option for 2025. What went right for Manuel? What went wrong for Manuel? What is his future with the team? Finally, let us know what you think his grade should be for the '22 season down in the comments box. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show ...
MAILBAG: José Abreu Will Not Be A Rays Player | Locked On Rays
December 01, 2022 02:55 - 27 minutesWANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? E-MAIL [email protected] FOR INQUIRIES. Locked On Rays inbox got filled with worldwide questions and concerns from Australia, United Kingdom and Mexico! We will cover the following and more: -Have the trades done by the Rays due to the new rules coming in 2023? -What did we think about the José Abreu contract with the Houston Astros? -What are some answers to player options and DFA'ing players? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoU...
Pete Fairbanks 2.0 for the Future? | Locked On Rays
December 01, 2022 02:38 - 28 minutesWANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? E-MAIL [email protected] FOR INQUIRIES Pete Fairbanks had a fantastic season where he showed all the talent that Tampa Bay Rays fans and front office thought he had when he was acquired in 2019 from the Texas Rangers in exchange for INF Nick Solak. This 2022 season was incredibly successful for Pete 'Crazy Eyes' Fairbanks except for yet another injury. What went well for him this year? What went wrong? What does his future with the Rays look like? Follow Kevin...
Does Brooks Raley's Contract Still Make Sense? | Locked On Rays
November 25, 2022 05:01 - 38 minutesCombined player review episode on a FUN FRIDAY! We review the play of two southpaws, Brooks Raley and Josh Fleming. Each had completely opposite results in the 2022 season. What went well? What could be adjusted? What is their future outlook with the team? Make sure to grade each player on the comments below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #Team...
Thanksgiving Extravaganza! | Locked On Rays
November 24, 2022 15:32 - 30 minutesHappy Thanksgiving Rays fans! Let's share why we are thankful for being on this fandom. We want to hear why you're thankful for being Rays fan. Share it down in the comments for us! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline There is only 1 place that has you covered and ...
MAILBAG: Is A Veteran Starter Likely To Be Signed? | Locked On Rays
November 23, 2022 13:39 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays fandom have endless questions, concerns and ideas on what the team can and should do and Locked On Rays is here to field all of these. 1. Is a veteran starter likely to be signed? 2. Will Randy Arozarena be traded this off-season? 3. Who are the DH free agents you'd want the Rays to target? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #Tea...
Taylor Walls Was Overexposed in 2022 | Locked On Rays
November 22, 2022 14:19 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays dealt with numerous injuries that caused players to be utilized for need rather than want. Taylor Walls is such a player. He amassed more than 400 plate appearances due to long injury stints by both Brandon Lowe and Wander Franco. Could he perform better if he wasn't used in an everyday role? Would dropping the switch-hitting increase his offensive production? Will he be a part of the team in 2023? What do you think? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments! Follow Kevin...
MAILBAG: Did Pete Bendix Start His Masterpiece This Year? | Locked On Rays
November 21, 2022 14:14 - 36 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! Super fun episode today, as we have not one but TWO voice memos from listeners! -How would you rate Pete Bendix as a first-year GM? -What would be the top dollar spent on a free agent? Is 15-20 million about right? -What can we expect from Brandon Lowe in 2023? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast S...
Will the Rays Trade Harold Ramirez? | Locked On Rays
November 21, 2022 14:13 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays once again had a shrewd trade in 2022 (what else is new?!) by obtaining Harold Ramirez for Minor Leaguer Esteban Quiroz. Harold turned out to put up a very unexpected productive season for the Rays, even though he was out later in the season from a hit by pitch. Was that the career year for Harold Ramirez? Is it possible the Rays trade him and sell high? Or is he someone they can platoon at an unstable position like 1B and move him to DH and COF? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinW...
Can Luis Patiño Get The Alex Colomé Makeover? | Locked On Rays
November 19, 2022 03:24 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had two starting pitchers have small sample size due to different reasons in both Luis Patiño & Tyler Glasnow. Let's review their play in 2022. What went right? What went wrong? What could be improved in 2023? Could Patiño get moved from the starting rotation to the bullpen? Let us know what you think of this idea! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #Tamp...
Rule 5 Aftermath | Locked On Rays
November 17, 2022 18:59 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays had themselves a busy Tuesday as multiple players were both shown the door and welcomed on the same day. To recap all the moves, which included DFA'ing Ryan Yarbrough, Javy Guerra, Bligh Madris; trading J.T.Chargois & Xavier Edwards to the Miami Marlins for Santiago Suárez and Marcus Johnson; trading Brett Wisely to the San Francisco Giants for Tristan Peters; trading Miles Mastrobuoni to the Chicago Cubs for Alfredo Zárraga and releasing Brendan McKay. To dive deep and tal...
Jeffrey Springs Is This Year's Revelation | Locked On Rays
November 17, 2022 01:34 - 27 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays encountered many injuries in 2022. Due to these injuries, they were sort of faced with the situation of stretching out middle reliever Jeffrey Springs. Exceeding everyone's expectations, Springs had a tremendous year in 2022 as a starter. Let's dive deep on what made his season so successful, if there are any adjustments that need to be made and what his future with the team will look like in 2023 and on. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUli...
Former Rangers GM Jon Daniels Becomes Rays Senior Advisor | Locked On Rays
November 15, 2022 20:47 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays did something fans were not expecting and hired former Texas Rangers General Manager and President of Baseball Operations as a Senior Advisor. As per MLB.com's Adam Berry Daniels' focuse will be "supporting baseball ops senior leadership while utilizing his extensive experience in the industry to help further inform decision-making." Are you excited by this news, Rays fans? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRa...
Kevin Kiermaier Is Officially A Free Agent | Locked On Rays
November 14, 2022 16:32 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays said goodbye to a couple of familiar fan favorite players in both Ji-Man Choi by trading him to Pittsburgh and Kevin Kiermaier by declining the $13M team option. Having debuted with the Rays as a defensive replacement in 2013, KK has been a fixture for Rays fans to cheer. How does this affect the clubhouse? Who will step up and be the clubhouse leader from the position player pool? Let us know who you think that will be in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Fo...
Farewell, Ji Man Choi | Locked On Rays
November 11, 2022 23:02 - 38 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays traded 1B/DH and fan favorite, Ji-Man Choi to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for Minor League right-handed pitcher Jack Hartman. This episode is our Player Review for both Ji-Man Choi and Isaac Paredes. As it is a Friday episode, there is some fun with Baseball Trivia and 'Name That WAR!' Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #Te...
Yandy Diaz Was the MVP in 2022 | Locked On Rays
November 11, 2022 16:33 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays certainly struggled in 2022 offensively. In fact, they dropped in run scored by 200! However, one player that defied the inability to produce offensively was Yandy Diaz. Putting up career numbers in many metrics, while mostly staying healthy, it should not be controversial to say Yandy Diaz was the Rays MVP in 2022. Do you think he was? Let us know in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays ...
Is Drew Rasmussen the Next Ace? | Locked On Rays
November 08, 2022 21:34 - 28 minutesTampa Bay Rays hurler Drew Rasmussen twirled a tremendous debut season as a full-time starter in 2022. Becoming the essential number 2 of the staff, Drew earned August Pitcher of the Month this season after almost completing a Perfect Game. What is expectation for the 2023 season? Is he a candidate to be signed long-term? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #Ch...
Off-Season Starts Now | Locked On Rays
November 08, 2022 04:17 - 32 minutesWith the World Series in our rearview mirror, let's discuss the takeaways from it. Did we get flashbacks of the 2020 Game 6 while watching on Saturday evening? Impending free agents for the Rays Corey Kluber, David Peralta, Mike Zunino and Kevin Kiermaier, will probably not be back...right? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #M...
High-Leverage Lefties Or Not? | Locked On Rays
November 04, 2022 20:14 - 42 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays are always hunting for a new way of using relievers. Were both Jalen Beeks and Colin Poche used the correct way? Coming back from Tommy John surgery, did they lose steam by the end of the season? Were they put in situations to succeed or did other injuries push them to high leverage situations? Let us know your thoughts below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #T...
Matt Quatraro Leaving the Rays | Locked On Rays
November 04, 2022 02:23 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have found themselves needing a new bench coach as Matt Quatraro will become the newest manager for the Kansas City Royals. What does that mean for the Rays? Who could fill the void for the Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SimpliSafe Today’s episode...