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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Should Shane McClanahan Ditch the Slider? | Locked On Rays
November 02, 2022 20:58 - 37 minutesOn our second episode of our Player Reviews series, Shane McClanahan takes the spotlight. His 2022 season starter with a bang, becoming the front-runner for the 2022 Cy Young Award. However, he lost some steam after the All-Star Game. Besides the injuries, what would be something to watch out as an improvement for Shane? Would he consider signing a team-friendly deal with the Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #R...
Will Randy Arozarena Be Traded This Winter? | Locked On Rays
November 01, 2022 12:44 - 36 minutesFan favorite, Randy Arozarena has given yet another roller-coaster of a season for Rays fans. Though his final line is similar to his AL Rookie of the Year season of 2021, the month-to-month variance is quite high. Does that make him a trade candidate for this winter? How could the Rays offense survive without its second most productive bat? Let's talk about all of this in the first Player Review episode of the 2022 season. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUli...
Halloween Edition: Scary Rays Outlook for 2023? | Locked On Rays
October 31, 2022 17:41 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays maybe out of the playoffs, but the World Series is happening! What can we take away from this series so far? Also, let's answer this question from Locked On Rays listener Ty, who says: In the spirit of Halloween, what scares you most about the Rays right now? For me, it's the fact that outside of Wander, the Rays are struggling to graduate from someone from AAA who can produce offensively on a consistent or meaningful basis. What about you? What scares you the most about t...
MAILBAG: A Rays Alternate Universe... | Locked On Rays
October 28, 2022 21:08 - 41 minutesFUN FRIDAY MAILBAG EPISODE! Let’s change it up on this Friday and have some mailbag action! Today we will discuss different topics including: -What if we just kept these 3 players, Jake Cronenworth at second, Nate Lowe at first and Travis d’Arnaud at Catcher? -Just wanna get your thoughts on the universal DH, do you think it has made a difference in this postseason? -Should the Rays have pursued Anthony Rizzo instead of Freddie Freeman? And how would you guys solve 1st base for 2023? Follo...
40-Man Roster Crunch: Part 3 | Locked On Rays
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40-Man Roster Crunch: Part 2 | Locked On Rays
October 26, 2022 16:01 - 29 minutesThis is the second part of our conversation surrounding the 40-Man roster crunch that involves not only the 60-Day IL deadline of November 5th, but also the Rule 5 Draft Protection deadline of November 20th. -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 make space for the additions? Write down your suggestions on which players should be protected on the comments below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ ...
40-Man Roster Crunch: Part 1 | Locked On Rays
October 26, 2022 02:37 - 33 minutesThis is the first part of our conversation surrounding the 40-Man roster crunch that involves not only the 60-Day IL deadline of November 5th, but also the Rule 5 Draft Protection deadline of November 20th. -Which players from the 60-Day IL should be added to the 40-Man roster? -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 make space for the additions? Write down your suggestions on which players shoul...
Do We Care About These Playoffs Anymore? | Locked On Rays
October 24, 2022 17:46 - 39 minutesUsually when your favorite team is no longer alive during the playoffs, one's taste for baseball in October diminishes incredibly. However, is that the case for this year? To answer this and talk predictions, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show! Who do you have winning the ALCS & NLCS? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #...
Rays Stadium Survey: Good News for the Future? | Locked On Rays
October 20, 2022 13:34 - 37 minutesMLB sent out a 40 question survey to Rays fans last week regarding a brand-new state-of-the-art ballpark. Questions surrounded topics as number of games one would go if the stadium were built in St. Pete or in Downtown Tampa. To work this new segment of stadium drama, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show! Did you get the survey? Tell us about it in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp ...
MAILBAG: Will Randy Arozarena Have 25 HRs in 2023? | Locked On Rays
October 19, 2022 20:16 - 34 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The questions don't stop and we love it! We have a fun question from Mia that takes us longer to talk about than we had previously because there are so many little details to discuss! We play a game of 'over/under' including: Will Harold Ramirez hit OVER/UNDER 20HRs? Will Randy Arozarena hit OVER/UNDER 25HRs? Will Brandon Lowe hit OVER/UNDER 30HRs? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnR...
MAILBAG: What To Expect From Isaac Paredes in 2023 | Locked On Rays
October 18, 2022 18:51 - 36 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! We have three great questions from our listenership concerning the following: -What role is Isaac Paredes going to play for the Rays in 2023? How will he be utilized and optimized? -A CBS Sports article mentioned Tyler Glasnow as likely to be traded in the offseason. Are there merits to that or no? -Will Yandy Diaz be traded in the offseason? Will David Peralta be back with the team? Let us know what. your answers are for all or any of these questions are down in the commen...
Future Rays in the Playoffs? | Locked On Rays
October 17, 2022 20:29 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays 2022 season might be over but other fans are still lucky to be rooting for their own! Who are the players that are playing in the playoffs that could become 2023 Rays players? Let's discuss together and leave your opinion on who could be a future Rays player down in the comment section below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #Te...
What Went Wrong? | Locked On Rays
October 14, 2022 18:11 - 41 minutesWTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky provides some insights on the disappointing Wildcard Series showing by the Tampa Bay Rays. Was resting guys at the end of the season a detriment? What could have been done to be more creative in the series? Was this series a microcosm of the 2022 Rays season? Help us answer those in the comments below! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #T...
MAILBAG: Does an Evan Longoria Reunion Make Sense? | Locked On Rays
October 14, 2022 17:19 - 38 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! Our email and DM's are flooded with your questions and WE LOVE IT! Today issues covered include: -Does an Evan Longoria reunion with the Tampa Bay Rays make sense for the 2023 team? -What are the best uses for coaches within the team? We want to hear from you! Do you think Evan Longoria in a Rays uniform make sense? Would you like to see that in 2023? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #Locke...
MAILBAG: Is The Answer A Proven Free Agent Bat? | Locked On Rays
October 12, 2022 16:26 - 33 minutesMAILBAG PART 1! Venting week continues with this first part of two mailbag episodes this week. Tampa Bay Rays fans want to know the following: -Were seeds planted for a big bat for the future? -Did we have great bats that went silent? -Will Rays be a contender with a depth approach or will they swing for the fences and spend on on big bat? -How does the 2023 rotation outlook of Tyler Glasnow, Shane McClanahan, Drew Rasmussen & Jeffrey Springs compare to those in the past? Follow Kevin Weiss...
Fans Reaction to Wildcard Series | Locked On Rays
October 12, 2022 02:06 - 37 minutesLocked On Rays listeners make their thoughts heard on the disappointing Wildcard series showing and left their comments on Twitter. Kevin and Ulises take their time to read and comment on all of these. -What is a good bat that Rays could pursue? -What is it only the offense that was a problem? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays...
Rays Season Is Over | Locked On Rays
October 10, 2022 19:23 - 35 minuteshe Tampa Bay Rays were not able to provide any offense in Cleveland and succumbed to a two-game sweep after only scoring one run in 24 total innings played. The Rays pitching staff did nothing but produce shutout innings but in the end, it was the poor offense that did this team a disservice. What did you think was the key moment of this series? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #Ta...
Rays vs. Guardians Wildcard Series Starts TODAY! | Locked On Rays
October 07, 2022 04:01 - 43 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays will be taking the field today in Progressive Field against the Cleveland Guardians to start the three-game series which will decide who will be facing the New York Yankees in the ALDS. Now with rosters set, WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Closky joins the show and provides his take on the possible Rays lineup while Kevin and Ulises disagree and share their lineups. What is your ideal lineup for the Rays against Shane Bieber? Drop it down in the comments! Uli's Lineup Ji-Ma...
Rays Wildcard Roster Draft | Locked On Rays
October 06, 2022 22:10 - 40 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays regular season has come to a close. Now, as they head to Cleveland for a Wildcard three-game series against the Guardians, we must do a Rays roster draft with WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Closky. Tyler Glasnow, Randy Arozarena and Wander Franco are locks, but what about Jonathan Aranda? Vidal Brujan? Taylor Walls? Garrett Cleavinger? Jalen Beeks? This was a ton of fun and we hope you also drop your roster down in the comments! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises...
MAILBAG: What's Tyler Glasnow's Role in October? | Locked On Rays
October 05, 2022 21:18 - 35 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! The Tampa Bay Rays fans have October baseball in mind. One of the most intriguing questions is what will Tyler Glasnow's role in the playoffs? What's his pitch count limit? What are his innings, up & downs? Will he be used in Game 2 as the starter and Jeffrey Springs will be the piggyback after him? There are so many options, Rays fans. What about the playoff bracket system? Is it rewarding teams in the 6th seed to face the worse divisional champion? All of these questions a...
Tyler Glasnow Is Looking Good! | Locked On Rays
October 04, 2022 16:21 - 39 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were handed a come -from-behind defeat by the Boston Red Sox, dropping Monday evening's game 4-3. Although the Rays were able to see some positives, such as Tyler Glasnow's 3.2 scoreless innings and the flexing of pop by both Wander Franco and Manuel Margot, their 3-0 lead would not be held by the bullpen. As the season is wrapping up with only 2 more games, Marc Topkin writes an interesting article noting team MVPs, most disappointing players and best surprises of the year...
The Rays Are Playoff-Bound! | Locked On Rays
October 03, 2022 10:29 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays secured their place for October baseball by winning on Friday evening against the Houston Astros. Although they were not able to win either Saturday or Sunday games, the big picture goal of getting into the playoffs was met. Now, it seems that Kevin Cash has taken priority for players health over victories in the regular season. Is it frustrating? Yes. Is the right thing to do? Yes! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @L...
Rays Still Seeking Playoff Berth | Locked On Rays
September 30, 2022 23:16 - 29 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss discusses the Tampa Bay Rays series loss to the Cleveland Guardians (and why the Guardians are better than expected), Tyler Glasnow's encouraging return from Tommy John surgery, and an interesting article about the effect of the forthcoming pitch clock rules. BetOnline There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.net! BetOnline - the fastest and easiest way to wager on all your favorite sports and play yo...
MAILBAG: Tyler Glasnow Returns! | Locked On Rays
September 28, 2022 17:14 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay rays pulled out an extra-inning victory against the Cleveland Guardians to start their three-city roadtrip to end the season, 6-5. The Rays are also getting good news as Tyler Glasnow will be making his return after Tommy John surgery, most likely pitching 2-3 innings max. As it is a MAILBAG WEDNESDAY, there are a couple of questions surrounding Kevin Kiermaier's video tribute and Kyle Manzardo's fast prospect rise to be discussed. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises...
Randy Arozarena Makes the 20-30-40 Club! | Locked On Rays
September 26, 2022 18:51 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were able to win the season series against the Toronto Blue Jays by taking the first two games out of the four game series but were not able to come up with any more W's on either Saturday nor Sunday. Randy Arozarena became a member of the not-often-mentioned '20-30-40 Club' and Shane McClanahan has not looked like himself in the last 2 outings. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRay...
Miles Mastrubuoni gets his shot | Locked On Rays
September 23, 2022 22:59 - 29 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays episode, Kevin Weiss discusses the Tampa Bay Rays recent slate of untimely injuries, issues a public apology to Rays call-up Miles Mastrubouoni, and then answers listener emails on free agent possibilities and rules changes. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BetOnline There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.net! BetOnline - the fastest and easiest way to wager on all your favorite sports and play your favorite gam...
Locked On Astros-Rays Crossover | Locked On Rays
September 22, 2022 20:56 - 43 minutesEric is joined by Ulises of the Locked on Rays podcast to discuss the Astros vs. Rays game. The Astros sweep the Rays, but Jose Altuve leaves the game with elbow discomfort. Lance McCullers pitches 7 innings and Kyle Tucker hits his 29th homer, which is almost half of what Aaron Judge has; go figure. The Astros have 99 problems; the Rays aren't one. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nugenix Now get a complimentary bottle of Nugenix Total T when you text MLB to 231-231. Text now and get a...
MAILBAG: Which Rays Player Has Exceeded Expectations? | Locked On Rays
September 21, 2022 19:55 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! We have three fantastic questions, including a voice memo to open the show!-Is Wander Franco the only Rays player that will get a big contract?-Are there free agents with big financial impact coming to the Rays soon?-Who has exceeded expectations for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022?-What will the catching situation look like in 2023? Will Mike Zunino be back? What is there to do with Christian Bethancourt and Francisco Mejía? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambra...
MLB Rules Changing in 2023 | Locked On Rays
September 21, 2022 00:59 - 31 minutesWith the news that MLB will be implementing some rule changes, let's talk about them. What do we think about the pitch clock? Can pitchers like Pete Fairbanks and Ryan Yarbrough adjust? Will the bigger bags help fast, dynamic players like Jose Sirí, Randy Arozarena and Manuel Margot steal more bags next year? What about no pick off moves after a second attempt? Lastly, what about the 'banning' of shifts? Can some teams like the Rays get creative and make up a loophole? Follow Kevin Weiss @Ke...
Rays Succeed Against Texas Rangers | Locked On Rays
September 19, 2022 21:11 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were successful this weekend by taking 2 out of 3 games from the Texas Rangers. Although they dropped the first affair on Friday, they had bases loaded and lost a one-run game. The bats did just enough in the next two games and the pitching has kept up its pace and delivered. Now, the Rays will face another team from Texas, the Houston Astros for three games and the Astros’ magic number to clinch is 1. Could this mean that the Rays will face a weaker lineup on Tuesday and W...
Texas Rangers Coming to the Trop! | Locked On Rays
September 16, 2022 21:21 - 40 minutesBrice Paterik is joined by Ulises Sambrano of Locked On Rays to discuss last year's suspect AL ROY voting, how wrong Brice was initially about the Nathaniel Lowe trade and the frustrations still felt from the Pete Fairbanks trade. They also discuss Adolis Garcia's breakout 2021 series ruining Ulises' birthday. Subscribe to Locked On Rangers on YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo c...
Is Hosting the Wildcard the Best Option for the Rays? | Locked On Rays
September 16, 2022 01:53 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have dropped three out of four games against the Toronto Blue Jays. They will be looking for some redemption from their ace, Shane McClanahan, who will be making his return to the mound from his short stint on the Injured List. Though he will probably be on a shorter leash than usual, the pitching staff should be revitalized by his presence. To spice up this Thursday episode, the discussion turns to a single question: Is hosting the wildcard the best option for the Rays? Is...
MAILBAG: Rays Are Lacking Power | Locked On Rays
September 14, 2022 04:01 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays are in the midst of their five-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays but this is a MAILBAG EPISODE! We will cover: -The Tampa Bay Rays lacking pop -The Road to the playoffs and its strategy -The future of Xavier Edwards 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...
MAILBAG: Astros vs. Rays September Rivalry | Locked On Rays
September 13, 2022 04:01 - 32 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE 1 OF 2! The Tampa Bay Rays unfortunately dropped the first game against the Toronto Blue Jays in gut-wrenching fashion, 3-2. However, this is a mailbag episode where we will cover: -Rays v Astros matchups in September -Wander Franco's face of MLB likelihood -Ryan Yarbrough's future with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2023. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaB...
Unpleasant Results in the Bronx | Locked On Rays
September 12, 2022 15:53 - 28 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays started the weekend in tremendous fashion, having Drew Rasmussen twirl a gem against the New York Yankees on Derek Jeter Night. However, the next two days did not see fireworks from the Rays but plenty from the Bronx Bombers as they took the series by blows. Corey Kluber did not make it out of the first inning on Saturday and Luis Patiño did not make it out of the second inning on Sunday. With the division largely out of play, it is the first wildcard spot that should be th...
Rays Final Chance Against New York Yankees | Locked on Rays
September 09, 2022 13:41 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays are heading to the house that Derek Jeter built. This will be the final head to head matchup between the two clubs during the regular season. The season series has the Yankees with the upper hand, 9-7, but a Rays sweep would mean the head to head matchup victory for the Rays and the shrinking of the AL East division lead. Can the Rays do it? Who will be sent down when Drew Rasmussen and Wander Franco make their return to the active roster? For this, baseball trivia and 'Nam...
Rays Sweep the Red Sox...Again | Locked On Rays
September 09, 2022 02:09 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays swept the 3 game series against the Boston Red Sox by taking the final game 1-0. The Rays offense did just enough during the series to take the three games but it has been the pitching doing the work. The Rays have a 1.60 ERA (73-IP, 13-ER) in their last 8 games and a 2.19 ERA (218-IP, 53-ER) in their last 24 games, lowest in the majors since Aug 13th! To talk about the sweep, the media game and what the landscape for September looks like, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky...
MAILBAG: Who Will Be The Rays HR Leader, Randy Arozarena or Isaac Paredes? | Locked On Rays
September 07, 2022 16:40 - 33 minutesMAILBAG EPISODE! You know the drill, these are the episodes where we hear from you, the fan, on what is going on with the Tampa Bay Rays. On today's show we field the following questions (or at leas try to!): -Who will have more HRs, Randy Arozarena or Isaac Paredes? -Who should be added to the 40 man roster? -What is Mason Montgomery's future with the Rays look like? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOn...
Rays Take 2 out of 3 from Yankees | Locked On Rays
September 05, 2022 14:42 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were oh-so-close to sweeping the New York Yankees for the second time in less than a month but again were thwarted on the last game as they fell 2-1 on Sunday's affair. The Rays pitching staff bullied the Yankees lineup this weekend, highlighted by Jeffrey Springs, Corey Kluber, Shawn Armstrong, Colin Poche and Matt Wisler. The Rays are 5 games out with only 3 head-to-head matchups left with the New York (Judges?) Yankees. Can they take the division? Follow Kevin Weiss @Ke...
Shane McClanahan & Brandon Lowe to 15-Day IL | Locked On Rays
September 02, 2022 21:34 - 40 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays are coming off an off-day and will need all their energy as the New York Yankees are coming to the Trop for a three-game series. However, they will do so without two of their best players, as Shane McClanahan and Brandon Lowe will be heading to the 15-Day IL. How does this affect the lineup construction? What does this do to the Rays rotation? Should we be patient and stable or act as Chicken Little?As this is a FUN F...
MAILBAG: What Haven't We Seen from the Rays? | Locked On Rays
September 01, 2022 17:13 - 32 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] We field three different questions from our loyal listeners that get to have their voice heard on this platform. -What haven't we seen from a Rays player or the team as a whole that you would like to see in the next month? -First time in Florida for the playoffs, what should we do? -Why isn't Jonathan Aranda getting called up? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #...
Tyler Glasnow Extended Through 2024 | Locked On Rays
August 29, 2022 19:17 - 37 minutesFan favorite, Cy Young caliber starting pitcher, Tyler Glasnow has signed an extension to remain with the Tampa Bay Rays through the 2024 season worth $30.35 million, including a team-record $25 million for the 2024 season. The righty is on the way back from Tommy John surgery and could be available for the Rays during this September chase to the playoffs. What is the best role for Tyler Glasnow? Is it coming back as an opener? High-leverage guy? What do you think is the best fit for Glasnow?...
Rays Are Coming to Fenway! | Locked On Rays
August 26, 2022 13:30 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] Familiar faces will seen on this Boston trip, as the Tampa Bay Rays will encounter ex-Rays Michael Wacha and Rich Hill. Which Rays hitter will go off during this series? What has happened to the Boston Red Sox this season? Can injuries be the main cause or is depth (or lack thereof) to blame? As it is a Fun Friday episode, we have baseball Trivia and 'Name That WAR!' Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlis...
Pick One High-Leverage Guy: Jason Adam or Pete Fairbanks? | Locked On Rays
August 25, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have been on a roll lately, with the pitching staff surrendering 18 ER in the last 100 innings before Wednesday's game. Although the Rays do not assign a closer, if you had to pick one bullpen arm to close out the game, who would it be, Jason Adam or Pete Fairbanks? To dive deep on this question, we are joined by WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Closky. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUli...
MAILBAG: AL East Still At Play? | Locked On Rays
August 25, 2022 01:15 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] MAILBAG EPISODE! What does the Locked On Rays community have to say? Let's dissect on all your questions, suggestions and hot takes! -Are analytics 'doing the Rays in'? -Is the AL East Division still up for grabs? -Is Salvador Perez a viable trade target for the Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #...
Joe Maddon Dislikes 'Dugout Analytics' ? | Locked On Rays
August 23, 2022 19:04 - 28 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays are facing the Los Angeles Angels for a four-game series at the Trop. When the season started, Joe Maddon would've had a return to the Trop to this old stomping grounds but that quickly changed when he was let go amidst a 12-game losing streak. Do you agree with his comments on front office analytics infiltrating the dugout too much? How has he been doing? Will he ever manage again? Were his achievements comparable to...
A Royally Good Series Win | Locked On Rays
August 22, 2022 16:21 - 30 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were victorious on Sunday's afternoon game, winning a close matchup by the score of 3-2. With the victory, the Rays won the series 3-1. With the September schedule approaching, wins against sub .500 teams are incredibly important, especially when playing at home. There were many positives including Drew Rasmussen's performance, Ryan Yarbrough's solid start, Harold Ramirez going off and the bullpen keeping it tight. F...
Wander or Walls At Shortstop? | Locked On Rays
August 19, 2022 18:47 - 44 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have been without Wander Franco for most of the season. In his place, Taylor Walls has shown off his glove and defensive skills while handling the most difficult position in the infield. Should Taylor's offensive woes stop him from being the best option at shortstop? What should be his offensive line if he were to be the everyday shortstop? Would Wander Franco be okay with a move to third base? As it is a Friday episode, to discuss this and have some fun playing trivia and ...
Bittersweet End in the Bronx | Locked On Rays
August 18, 2022 16:16 - 32 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were not able to sweep the three-game series against the New York Yankees on Wednesday night, losing on a walk-off grandslam in the 10th inning. The Rays squandered 2 different leads, as they led 4-0 in the 6th inning and 7-4 in the 10th inning, after a bases loaded clearing double by Francisco Mejía against Aroldis Chapman. Now, the Rays will be facing the lowly Kansas City Royals for a four-game series. What can we ...
MAILBAG: Rays September Schedule Gets Tough | Locked On Rays
August 17, 2022 14:24 - 39 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have won four games in a row and are set up for a possible series sweep at Yankees Stadium after their 3-1 victory on Tuesday evening... However, today is a MAILBAG EPISODE! This is where you, the fan, gets to be heard with your questions, concerns, issues and hot takes. -How does the rest of the schedule favor the Rays? -Who will be the biggest competition for the wildcard spots? -What does the Fernando Tatis Jr. sus...