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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Bye, Bye, Captain Kevin Kiermaier? | Locked On Rays
August 16, 2022 14:02 - 31 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] Three-time Gold Glove winner and Platinum Glove recipient, Kevin Kiermaier could be spending his last days in the Tampa Bay Rays clubhouse. In his last guaranteed year of his contract, as the team will not be picking up his option for 2023 and instead opting for the buyout, Rays fans might have experienced the last of KK in that Cincinnati series. Would KK come back for the right price? Would the Rays want to solicit his services? If he...
Perfect Game..Oh, So Close | Locked On Rays
August 15, 2022 16:30 - 35 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays took the series against the Baltimore Orioles at Tropicana Field by having righty stud Drew Rasmussen throw 8 perfect innings on Sunday and winning 4-1. Rasmussen was as efficient and productive as you'd want a starting pitcher work. This series was crucial as it had possible playoffs implications: there is not a Game 163 this year, which means, if there is a tie for a wildcard spot, the head-to-head matchups take precedent. For this weekend recap and a preview against the ...
Most Crucial Series of 2O22 | Locked On Rays
August 12, 2022 15:34 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays find themselves in a bit of a predicament as they are facing the Baltimore Orioles for a three-game series at Tropicana Field. With the series tied 8-8, whichever team wins this series will have the upper hand in the head-to-head matchups, which if they are tied in the standings for a playoff spot, would give that team the spot. There is no game 163. The Tampa Bay Rays need to get ahead of their newfound division riva...
Swept in Milwaukee | Locked On Rays
August 11, 2022 16:53 - 37 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were swept in the quick two-game series in Milwaukee, losing Wednesday's game in extra innings. Although the Rays were able to come back from a 2-0 deficit and ultimately take the lead, the Brewers tied the game in the 9th against Colin Poche and Willy Adames provided the game-winning hit against Ryan Thompson for the walk-off victory. To dissect, analyze and chat about this series and upcoming Rays baseball, we are j...
MAILBAG: Who is Likeliest To Win the MVP in 2023, Brandon Lowe or Wander Franco? | Locked On Rays
August 10, 2022 20:53 - 35 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] 1. Who do you see as the better player: A) Baz vs Bradley B) Mead vs Aranda 2. Who’s more likely to win MVP next year: Wander Franco or Brandon Lowe? 3. Who's the heart of the team now without Phillips? 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 Supp...
MAILBAG: What's Taj Bradley's ETA? | Locked On Rays
August 09, 2022 18:54 - 30 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] 1. Taj Bradley is a Bull. When will he be a Ray? 2. If the collapsing Red Sox decide to shake up their roster, would the Rays and Boston trade with each other? 3. When the schedules open up, the Rays should be advantaged not having to play AL East teams so much. Pair this with expanded playoffs, and how does this affect the fan experience? It's almost as much fun rooting against a rival as cheering on your own team. We might think we...
Successful Weekend in Detroit | Locked On Rays
August 08, 2022 21:48 - 31 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were able to take three out of four games from the Detroit Tigers by winning Sunday's affair 7-0. There were many bright spots this weekend such as Randy Arozarena's defensive highlights, Jose Siri's patient at bat in the 9th and Yu Chang's first HR with the Rays. The Rays will now have an off-day on Monday and will travel to Milwaukee for a two-game series against the Willy Adames' Brewers. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow th...
Wins Are Coming in Detroit | Locked On Rays
August 05, 2022 17:31 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have made it two wins in a row, which hasn't happened since before the All-Star break by beating the Detroit Tigers 6-2. The Tigers offense has been historically awful, dancing around a .616 OPS and after more than 100 games, not reaching 70 HRs. Can the Rays rack up wins during this four-game series? As this is a Friday episode, we have baseball trivia and 'Name That WAR!'. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ul...
Brett Phillips Is No Longer A Ray | Locked On Rays
August 04, 2022 04:01 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays fandom had to say goodbye to a cult hero, who not only gave magical moments to a lot of people but was also a hometown kid: Brett Phillips was DFA'd by the Tampa Bay Rays. Although the Rays gave Brett every chance he got to get his offense going, it never came. His defense, though impressive, could not carry his lack of offense anymore. In other news, another hometown hero, Matt Joyce has announced his retirement. Und...
Grading the Trade Deadline Moves | Locked On Rays
August 03, 2022 15:18 - 31 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Trade Deadline came and went and the Tampa Bay Rays made under the radar moves which did not fill the expectations from a loud section of Rays fandom. Did they hit all the needs for this season? How would we grade their moves? In order to dive deep on this, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnR...
David Peralta Is A Ray | Locked On Rays
August 02, 2022 13:15 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have been busy in the last 48 hours as the Trade Deadline approaches. Their biggest move included a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks for LF David Peralta in exchange for Christian Cerda, a young catching prospect playing in the Florida Complex League. The Rays also were involved in a three-team trade with the Houston Astros and the Baltimore Orioles as they traded away 2 pitching prospects Jayden Murray and Seth J...
60 Games Left... | Locked On Rays
August 01, 2022 18:57 - 37 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were not able to get the series win against the Cleveland Guardians at the Trop after splitting the first 2 games but dropping Sunday’s affair 5-3. Although the Rays had their ace and Cy Young frontrunner Shane McClanahan, the Guardians were able to get to him with soft contact, including well placed bunts and bloopers all around the field. The offense had its chances but their 2022 base running mistakes saw those chances disappear. Also, Trade Deadline questions and Shohei...
Rays Trade Deadline Preview | Locked On Rays
July 29, 2022 20:02 - 33 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays find themselves in the fight for one of the three AL Wildcard spots this season. What do they need to make their team better? A productive bat? A controllable catcher? A high-leverage bullpen arm? Let's discuss with WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Closky. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #...
Rays Drop Series In Baltimore | Locked On Rays
July 29, 2022 00:06 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were not able to salvage a split against the Baltimore Orioles by dropping the fourth game 3-0. The getaway game featured an unfortunate fly ball that was lost in the sun by Josh Lowe which scored two of the three runs. On the Rays pitching side, Ryan Yarbrough was nails, using his cutter effectively and getting ahead of hitters with first-pitch strikes. The Rays have gone 8-6 in their last 14 games. Rays fandom seems...
MAILBAG: Juan Soto to the AL East? | Locked On Rays
July 27, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutesAlthough the Rays are in the midst of a four-game losing skid, we have to move forward today by concentrating on all the questions that Rays fans keep sending, such as: -What would be the ripple effect for Rays fandom if Juan Soto landing with the New York Yankees? -Ian Happ and Willson Contreras from the Chicago Cubs are likely to be moved...what would the Rays need to give up to acquire both of their talents? -Should the Rays trade Corey Kluber? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulis...
Is This the End for Kevin Kiermaier & Mike Zunino? | Locked On Rays
July 26, 2022 14:44 - 37 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were handed their third straight loss and first one of the Baltimore series by a score of 5-1. However, the biggest news coming to Rays nation was that both Kevin Kiermaier (hip labrum) and Mike Zunino (Thoracic Outlet Syndrome) would be out for the rest of the season. Being on their last year of their respective guaranteed deals, does this mark the end of both clubhouse leaders with the Rays? Follow Kevin Weiss @Kevi...
Tumble In Kansas City | Locked On Rays
July 25, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were not able to get the series win against the Kansas City Royals coming out after the All-Star Break. Although they took the first game of the series in smooth fashion, Saturday and Sunday games escaped them through lack of consistent hitting and defensive mistakes(have you heard that one before?). The Rays look to get back into a good mood by traveling for a four-game series against the newly-turned-good, Baltimore...
Rays 2022 Draft Overview with Lindsay Crosby (Part 2) | Locked On Rays
July 22, 2022 20:09 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] Lindsay Crosby, Locked On MLB Prospects host, joins the show to provide some knowledge on the 2022 MLB Draft on the Rays picks. Xavier Isaac, the Rays' 1st round pick, gets a breakdown on comps, what to expect and what could get refined from the young high school player. The three hosts discuss the importance of knowing your own ballpark factors, your strengths as an organization and your past decisions and how those can influence the p...
Rays 2022 Draft Overview with Lindsay Crosby (Part 1) | Locked On Rays
July 21, 2022 20:30 - 29 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] Lindsay Crosby, Locked On MLB Prospects host, joins the show to provide some knowledge on the 2022 MLB Draft on the Rays picks. Xavier Isaac, the Rays' 1st round pick, gets a breakdown on comps, what to expect and what could get refined from the young high school player. The three hosts discuss the importance of knowing your own ballpark factors, your strengths as an organization and your past decisions and how those can influence the p...
MAILBAG: Jonathan Aranda Is Next In Line | Locked On Rays
July 20, 2022 18:15 - 31 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have seen the sheer amount of injuries wreck havoc to their plans in 2022. As a result, a lot of playing time has gone to rookies. One of these young men, Jonathan Aranda, has not been able to cement a MLB spot even though he has been crushing AAA pitching and has had success in very limited time with the Rays this season. What would be a player that could be traded in this year's deadline? Big names? Rule 5 Draft el...
Grading the Rays' First Half | Locked On Rays
July 19, 2022 15:19 - 37 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] After the slew of injuries in 2022, the Rays find themselves 51-41, in firm place of the 1st AL Wildcard spot. Although the expectations have not been met, seeing what they have been able to achieve has been interesting to watch. Who is the team MVP? Who has been the biggest disappointment? Who has been the best surprise? How would you grade the coaching staff? For all of this and more, WTSP's Channel 10 Sports Director, Evan Closky joi...
HR Derby & All-Star Game Preview | Locked On Rays
July 18, 2022 20:42 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays reached the All-Star break behind two series wins, going 6-1 against the Red Sox and Orioles. What can we expect from the HR Derby? Who are your dark horse picks? Is Pete Alonso going to three-peat? For all of this and more, we are joined by WTSP's Channel 10 Sports Director, Evan Closky. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRay...
2022 MLB Draft Preview with Jeff Ellis (Part 2) | Locked On Rays
July 15, 2022 04:01 - 31 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] If you have wanted some MLB Draft 2022 coverage, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Locked On Rays is joined by Jeff Ellis, host of the Locked On Guardians podcast and draft connoisseur for more than a decade. They dive deep into what are the possibilities for the Rays this year, which side of the ball is getting the best crop of young players and why ranking high schoolers so high might not be the smartest thing to do. Follow ...
2022 MLB Draft Preview with Jeff Ellis (Part 1) | Locked On Rays
July 14, 2022 20:59 - 32 minutesIf you have wanted some MLB Draft 2022 coverage, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Locked On Rays is joined by Jeff Ellis, host of the Locked On Guardians podcast and draft connoisseur for more than a decade. They dive deep into what are the possibilities for the Rays this year, which side of the ball is getting the best crop of young players and why ranking high schoolers so high might not be the smartest thing to do. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @Sambran...
Buying, Selling or Staying Pat? | Locked On Rays
July 13, 2022 22:04 - 33 minutesThe Rays were once again victorious against the Red Sox in a tight game winning 3-2, with a tremendous start by Corey Kluber, and a great performance from the bench by Francisco Mejía on both sides of the ball. However, this is a mailbag episode, so no recap and we answer your questions, which all have to do with the same topic: The Trade Deadline. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball ...
Rays Stomp Red Sox | Locked On Rays
July 12, 2022 17:59 - 34 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays got back on the winning side of the ledger by taking game 1 against the Red Sox by a score of 10-5. Josh Lowe, Yandy Diaz, Johnathan Aranda and Harold Ramirez had big days at the plate and the bullpen did enough to keep the Boston offense at bay after erasing a 4-run lead. With the All-Star game coming up, will Shane McClanahan be the starter for the American League? Are the extra Legend spots for the All-Star Game aw...
Rays Get Swept By The Reds | Locked On Rays
July 11, 2022 12:05 - 32 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were handed a sweep in the shape of a walk-off, a balk-off and a semi-clunker in Cincinnati. The Rays were once again given bad news on the injury front as now Wander Franco and Kevin Kiermaier are back on the 15-Day IL and it could be for an extended amount of time. The Rays will be facing the Red Sox at Tropicana Field starting today with a new name, Christian Bethancourt, a versatile catcher who can also play 1B an...
Hello, Cincinnati Reds! | Locked On Rays
July 08, 2022 19:30 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays got to enjoy their Thursday off day and continue their roadtrip down to a city filled with baseball tradition but not a lot of 2022 success, Cincinnati! The Rays offense, which has been their biggest inconsistency, has seemed to be awaken in their last 6 games and they hope to continue that trajectory facing a Reds pitching staff that has been struggling to keep the ball in the park, especially young phenom Hunter Greene. Ex-Ray Tommy Pham is part of these Cincinnati Reds, ...
Will Shane McClanahan Be The Only Rays All-Star? | Locked On Rays
July 07, 2022 20:37 - 36 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays took care of business and were able to take the series against Boston in enemy territory by taking the last game of the series 7-1. The Rays offense once again provided plenty of run support for their starting pitcher Corey Kluber, who bounced back nicely by providing 6 innings of shutout baseball. With the All-Star Game nearing its date, will the Rays have more than one representative? If so, who would that player be...
Rays Offense Is Waking Up! | Locked On Rays
July 06, 2022 14:50 - 33 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays won the middle game of the three-game series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, 8-4. The Rays have not had their offensive production at their optimal standard with the multiple injuries and underperforming production from rookies, but there are signs that point to the offense waking up from their 81 game slumber. Also, the Rays picked up INF Yu Chang, who has been in two organizations previously, the Clevelan...
Happy 4th Mailbag! | Locked On Rays
July 05, 2022 14:25 - 43 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] In this special Monday Mailbag, we have a few questions to answer that were recorded before the Rays offense exploded this weekend. Hopefully our fandom's frustrations can calm down if the offense continues to contribute like they did against the Toronto Blue Jays. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #Ch...
Rays Play 5 Game Series (!) In Toronto | Locked On Rays
July 01, 2022 04:01 - 39 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays are heading to Toronto for an odd 5-game series played in 4 days with a doubleheader on Saturday. They have their face of the Franchise, Wander Franco, back from the IL and will also feature their Cy Young frontrunner, Shane McClanahan. However, given the vaccination rule in Canada, the Rays will have to face the Blue Jays without the help of a couple of relievers, Ryan Thompson & high-leverage arm Brooks Raley. Will ...
Should the Rays Be Buyers or Sellers? | Locked On Rays
June 30, 2022 03:17 - 37 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] Although the 2022 season hasn't gone the way the fandom had planned, the Rays are still in the thick of the playoff race. The injuries to Brandon Lowe, Wander Franco, Luis Patiño, Drew Rasmussen, Andrew Kittredge, Pete Fairbanks, Mike Zunino and countless others have definitely affected this team's record. But, is that enough for the fanbase to justify the performance in 2022? Let's find out, as we have questions from Steve, Zachary and...
Is It Too Early For Cy Young Talk on Shane McClanahan? | Locked On Rays
June 28, 2022 20:29 - 35 minutesADVERTISE/LIVE BROADCAST WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays had an off-day on Monday, well deserved after their sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates and will be facing the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers. The Rays will see old familiar faces such as Willy Adames, Brad Boxberger, Mike Brosseau and Ozzie Timmons. As it is the end of June, award talk is starting to heat up. For the AL Cy Young, Shane McClanahan is leading the way in many categories, including innings pitched, str...
Rays Sweep the Pittsburg Pirates | Locked On Rays
June 27, 2022 19:32 - 32 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays swept the three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates in an exciting way, including back-to-back walk-off wins on Friday and Saturday. Although the Rays were not able to pummel the Pirates pitching, a win is a win no matter how it comes. This weekend included the debut of Johnathan Aranda, Luke Raley, but also the return of Wander Franco to the lineup. Isaac Paredes and Harold Ramirez were key offensive cogs for the Rays this w...
Rays Seek Rebound Against Pittsburgh | Locked On Rays
June 24, 2022 18:45 - 36 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays are hosting a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates this weekend. Is this the right team to face for the Rays to get off their bad vibes from the Yankees series loss? We certainly hope so. Should Isaac Paredes be getting more at bats while he is scorching hot? Most definitely. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTa...
Bye, Bye, Division Title? | Locked On Rays
June 23, 2022 16:26 - 35 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays once again dropped a series to the New York Yankees by letting a 3-run lead disappear in the later innings through multiple bullpen moves, base running gaffes (have you heard that one before?) on Wednesday night. Frustration is palatable. Can the Rays perform to their standards? Did we see a "Kevin Crash" moment with over-managing the bullpen? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @...
Unheralded Harold Ramirez | Locked On Rays
June 22, 2022 16:04 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have not had the results the fandom expected for the 2022 season, due to injury, uncharacteristic defensive mistakes, lack of offense and base running gaffes. Rays fans have loads to question and we tackle the following: -Is Harold Ramirez finally getting the numbers of at bats he deserves? Does his bat outweigh the potential defensive drawbacks? -Is this the worst the Rays offense has been in the last decade? -Why are we seeing so many Tommy John surgeries with the Rays a...
What Is Happening With The Rays? | Locked On Rays
June 21, 2022 14:31 - 36 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays fell 4-2 against the New York Yankees on Monday evening, the first game of a 3-game series. HOWEVER, this episode is part 1 of a 2-volume mailbag episodes. We will discuss the following rays questions and concerns from listeners: -Who is a realistic option for the Rays to acquire that would be an intimidating fixture in the lineup while changing the dynamic of the offense? -Are the base running gaffes a fad or a trend for this 2022 ...
Is the Rays Front Office to Blame? | Locked On Rays
June 20, 2022 04:16 - 38 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were handed yet another loss on their 9 game roadtrip, finishing this abysmal stretch 2-7. The Rays offense had a bright moment on Saturday's game but once again dropped another series against the last place Baltimore Orioles. This is the first time since 2017 that the Rays have dropped consecutive series to the Orioles. Things are not going well in Rays nation. Are the players to blame? Is Kevin Cash not utilizing the roster correc...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Austin Vernon (PART 3) | Locked On Rays
June 18, 2022 01:38 - 23 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Rays Minor League Pitcher for the month of May, Austin Vernon joins the show for a lengthy discussion. Austin is having a terrific start to his professional career, but even more so in that month of May, where in 20.1 innings pitched, he had a 0.44 ERA, 34 strikeouts, 0.74 WHIP. Even more impressive, he faced 76 batters and allowed 0 HR. Austin shares his love for baseball since his toddler days as bat boy, his high school days as corner infielder and...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Austin Vernon (PART 2) | Locked On Rays
June 17, 2022 01:15 - 21 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Rays Minor League Pitcher for the month of May, Austin Vernon joins the show for a lengthy discussion. Austin is having a terrific start to his professional career, but even more so in that month of May, where in 20.1 innings pitched, he had a 0.44 ERA, 34 strikeouts, 0.74 WHIP. Even more impressive, he faced 76 batters and allowed 0 HR. Austin shares his love for baseball since his toddler days as bat boy, his high school days as corner infielder and...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Austin Vernon (PART 1) | Locked On Rays
June 16, 2022 02:20 - 23 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Rays Minor League Pitcher for the month of May, Austin Vernon joins the show for a lengthy discussion. Austin is having a terrific start to his professional career, but even more so in that month of May, where in 20.1 innings pitched, he had a 0.44 ERA, 34 strikeouts, 0.74 WHIP. Even more impressive, he faced 76 batters and allowed 0 HR. Austin shares his love for baseball since his toddler days as bat boy, his high school days as corner infielder and...
Hello, Bronx Bombers ! | Locked On Rays
June 14, 2022 20:26 - 34 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays are heading to the house that...Derek Jeter built as they start a 3 game series against the New York Yankees. The Bronx Bombers are living up to that nickname but it's also what they are doing on the mound that is impressive. The Rays will be throwing Corey Kluber, Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen while the Yankees have Gerrit Cole, Nestor Cortes and Luis Severino. This will be toughest test for the Rays this season and we will s...
Frustrating Weekend in Minnesota | Locked On Rays
June 13, 2022 15:54 - 31 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays were not able to take the series against the Minnesota Twins during the weekend as they only took the getaway game against the Twins in dominating fashion 6-0. The Rays saw the debut of Shane Baz not go according to plan, as well as Drew Rasmussen imploding on Friday evening. However, Rays fans were treated to yet another great start by Jeffrey Springs, Randy Arozarena acrobatics and, unfortunately, more injuries piling up on the IL...
Are The Rays Meeting Expectations? | Locked On Rays
June 10, 2022 13:51 - 35 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays have had hot streaks and cold ones during this 2022 season but they have yet to find consistency. Are expectations being met by this team? What is more frustrating to see from this team: defensive miscues, base-running gaffes or the lack of hitting? Which rookie could become an everyday player with the Rays? To discuss this and much more, including Baseball Trivia and 'Name That War!', WTSP"s Sports Director Evan Closky joins us on ...
The Wizard of Baz Returns! | Locked On Rays
June 09, 2022 18:44 - 38 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays will be getting a key piece of their rotation plans for the 2022 season back this week as Shane Baz will be making his debut during the Minnesota Twins series. As a consequence, lefty Lakeland native Ryan Yarbrough has been sent down to AAA. Rays fans have been waiting to see the best pitching prospect of the Tampa Bay system and now the wait is over. To discuss this and much more, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky joins us on the ...
No Complaints From the Bullpen? | Locked On Rays
June 08, 2022 17:44 - 31 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Mailbag Wednesday! Although we are all very happy about the Taylor Walls incredibly delightful walk-off homerun against the St. Louis Cardinals to open up the series, this episode was recorded 3 hours prior to that fantastic moment. Regardless, let's open up the virtual mailbag and have some fun with questions from you, the listener! Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #RaysUp #Loc...
St. Louis Cardinals Are Coming To The Trop | Locked On Rays
June 07, 2022 17:11 - 33 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] What a rare sight it is to see the St. Louis Cardinals at the Trop but it is happening for the next home series with the Rays. How many potential Hall of Famers are wearing a Cardinals jersey right now? This is a tough team that's beating their easy division rivals and could potentially take their division from the Milwaukee Brewers. This will be a fun and contended series with loads of good pitching, defense and timely hitting. Follow Kevin Weiss @Ke...
Issac Paredes...the next great Ray? | Locked On Rays
June 07, 2022 01:03 - 32 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were not able to get the series win against the Chicago White Sox who came into town and took the last 2 games in one-run fashion. However, when the dust settled, the Rays made national news as it was made known that 5 pitchers opted to not participate in wearing the Pride Rays gear on Saturday's game. We also discuss the future path for four rookies and the question of who will have more sustained success in MLB: Vidal Bruján, Josh Lowe, Isaac Paredes or Taylor Walls. Foll...