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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Is Kevin Crash Fired Up? | Locked On Rays
June 03, 2022 17:08 - 32 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: E-mail [email protected] for inquiries. After the 2 months worth of Rays baseball we have all seen, where do they measure to pre-season expectations? How are they ranked in offensive, pitching and defensive metrics? Is this Tampa Bay Rays team underperforming or over-performing? Who has been the best surprise for the Rays this season? This and much more, including baseball trivia and 'Name That WAR!' on this FUN FRIDAY EPISODE. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow U...
MAILBAG: Vidal Bruján and Taylor Walls Plate Issues & Wander To The IL
June 02, 2022 16:48 - 33 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: E-mail [email protected] for inquiries. So many good questions, hot takes, concerns about the Tampa Bay Rays that we had to do a part 2! This time around we cover the following topics: -What should we expect from Vidal Bruján and Taylor Walls at the plate? -Who can provide some thump in the lineup without Wander Franco for an extended amount of time? -How much patience is too much patience for rookies? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUli...
MAILBAG: Rookie Patience, Trade Deadline & New Ownership? | Locked On Rays
June 01, 2022 19:43 - 27 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: E-mail [email protected] for inquiries. Tampa Bay Rays fandom wants to be heard and are they ever, in another edition of our mailbag episodes! -Who can carry the load with this offense? -Is Kevin Cash still the right manager for this team (Yes). -Who could the Rays target during the Trade Deadline? -Derek Jeter & Tom Brady buying the Rays? #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcast #LockedOnRays Suppor...
Series Split vs. New York Yankees & Preview of Texas Rangers | Locked On Rays
May 31, 2022 16:48 - 33 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: E-mail [email protected] for inquiries. The Tampa Bay Rays were able to split the series at Tropicana Field by taking the last 2 games of the four-game series in some tightly, contested fashion. Although the offense was not as potent as it can be, it was the pitching staff that rose to the occasion, highlighted by Opening Dat starter and hopeful All-Star, Shane McClanahan. The Rays who are now in Texas dropped the first game, which started with a bad sign with Ji-Man C...
Is Wander Franco Hurting? | Locked On Rays
May 27, 2022 16:56 - 37 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Let's switch things up a little bit and have our mailbag episode this Friday, Rays fans! Today we picked 3 good questions from Locked On Rays listeners surrounding the following topics: -How 'safe' is it for Rays fans to buy a Shane McClanahan jersey? -Would McClanahan sign a long-term deal with the Rays? -What is going on with Wander Franco's health? -Has there been miscommunication between the Rays and Wander Franco? -Celebrating the one-year annive...
Bronx Bombers Coming to the Trop | ADVERTISE: [email protected]
May 26, 2022 18:23 - 36 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] For the first time this season, the Tampa Bay Rays will. be facing the New York Yankees for a four-game series at Tropicana Field. The Yankees who have been steadily leading the AL East will be led by Aaron Judge who is having a terrific start to the season. Will the Rays be able to win this series? What will be the plan to stop this Bronx offense? Will the Rays offense be able to penetrate that strong Yankees bullpen? Let's get ready for what will be...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Grant Witherspoon (PART 3) | ADVERTISE: [email protected]
May 25, 2022 21:11 - 28 minutesADVERTISE WITH US/SCHEDULE A LIVE APPEARANCE: [email protected] Tampa Bay Rays Double-A OF prospect, Grant Witherspoon joins the show while he is having a terrific start to the 2022 season hitting .336/.388/.536, .924 OPS, 5 HR, 21 RBI in 110 AB. An incredibly smart and thoughtful young man, this is an interview you will not want to miss. Note: This is Part 3 of a three-part interview. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy b...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Grant Witherspoon (PART 2) | ADVERTISE: [email protected]
May 24, 2022 16:33 - 25 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Tampa Bay Rays Double-A OF prospect, Grant Witherspoon joins the show while he is having a terrific start to the 2022 season hitting .336/.388/.536, .924 OPS, 5 HR, 21 RBI in 110 AB. An incredibly smart and thoughtful young man, this is an interview you will not want to miss. Note: This is Part 2 of a three-part interview. 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...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Grant Witherspoon (PART 1) | ADVERTISE: [email protected]
May 23, 2022 13:34 - 28 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Tampa Bay Rays Double-A OF prospect, Grant Witherspoon joins the show while he is having a terrific start to the 2022 season hitting .336/.388/.536, .924 OPS, 5 HR, 21 RBI in 110 AB. An incredibly smart and thoughtful young man, this is an interview you will not want to miss. Note: This is Part 1 of a three-part interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What Is The Ideal Rays Lineup Without B-Lowe & Margot? | ADVERTISE: [email protected]
May 20, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays are heading into the weekend having won both series to begin the homestand, can they make it 3 as the Baltimore Orioles come to the Trop? It will be a bit more difficult to do as both Brandon Lowe and Manuel Margot have gone on the IL. What does the ideal lineup for the Rays look like without the slugger and current team leading hitter? Let's talk about it all with WTSP's Sports Director, Evan Closky. #Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #R...
Isaac Paredes Flexes Power Against Former Club | Locked On Rays
May 19, 2022 19:05 - 29 minutesADVERTISE with us? Live Broadcast from your business? E-mail: [email protected] The Tampa Bay Rays pummeled the last 2 victories from the Detroit Tigers to win their second consecutive series at home. While they lost the first game in gut-wrenching fashion, the Rays were dominant in the last two games by having a stellar outing from both Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen. Rays also showed their offensive prowess by scoring 14 runs in the last 2 games. Support Us By Supporting Our Spons...
Will Rays Catcher Mike Zunino Sign An Extension? | Locked On Rays
May 19, 2022 01:12 - 34 minutesADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Today we tackle three different questions from the virtual Locked On Rays mailbag and answer the following questions: -Is Mike Zunino going to be the long-term solution behind the dish? Is the Florida Man going to stick around in Tampa Bay? -Is Brandon Lowe going to turn it around? -Is Johnathan India a viable solution via trade? -What is happening with Wander Franco's walk rate? Can it improve? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built B...
Can Rays Wander Franco Match Cubs Legend Ryne Sandberg's 1984 MVP Season numbers? | Locked On Rays
May 19, 2022 01:11 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have a young phenom in Wander Franco and everyone knows it. Although only 21 years old, the expectations for this young player are sky high. We dive deep on a question from listener R. Hill, who wonders if Wander Franco can match the season totals of Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg's 1984 MVP season. Let's find out. ADVERTISE WITH US: [email protected] Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRays #Rays #Ray...
Rays Win Toronto Series | Locked On Rays
May 16, 2022 16:57 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays took the first series of the 2022 season against the Toronto Blue Jays by winning the first and last game of the series. Late rallies were the theme of the weekend series. However, there is a little bit of negativity surrounding the team as early season team MVP Manuel Margot has been placed on the 10-day IL due to a hamstring strain. Will that be a short-term or long-term worry for Rays fans? Also, the Detroit Tigers are coming to the Trop with their offense struggling mig...
Bally Sports Streaming App Coming Soon for Rays Fans?
May 13, 2022 20:11 - 38 minutesOn this Fun Friday episode, WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky joins us to tackle a few baseball and Tampa Bay Rays topics including: -What makes Shohei Ohtani special for all baseball fans? -Is he an eventual hall of famer? -What will be the future of sports streaming apps? -Is Bally Sports going to be a home run for Rays fans? -Baseball Trivia and Name That WAR! Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for ...
Rays-Angels Series Was No-No Bueno
May 12, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutesIn this episode of the Locked On Rays podcast, Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano are joined by Channel 10 WTSP Sports Director Evan Closky to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays getting no-hit in awkward fashion by Los Angeles Angels rookie Reid Detmers. And, was it really that impressive, considering the game was already a blowout loss where the Rays used Brett Phillips on the mound and Anthony Rendon hit a left-handed bomb...? Also, the recurring segment, "How's That Ex-Ray" returns--spotlighting Joey...
Will Kevin Kiermaier Be Traded in 2022?
May 12, 2022 02:13 - 27 minutesMailbag Wednesday! Let's dive into the virtual mailbag and answer a few question from Locked On Rays listeners who have the following questions: -What are some other pitchers like Josh Fleming gotten more inning opportunities than Jalen Beeks? -What are the chances that Kevin Kiermaier will be traded during the season? -Is there a captain in the Rays clubhouse? Who could that be? Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/Ra...
Most Underrated Rays: Yandy Diaz & Manuel Margot
May 10, 2022 19:57 - 34 minutesAlthough both players have been wearing Rays jerseys for multiple seasons, Yandy Diaz and Manuel Margot have never been talked about enough. What both players are doing in the 2022 season, cannot go unnoticed. We dive deep on their numbers, why that matters, how their skills fit in the lineup and what could hold for both players' future. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for more details and to sign-up...
Rays Win 3 out of 4 In Seattle | Locked On Rays
May 09, 2022 13:44 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were oh-so-very-close to have gone 7-0 on this west coast roadtrip but were halted by the performance of young starting Mariners prospect, George Kirby. The bats went mostly silent on Mother's Day until Manuel Margot got the Rays on the board with a solo shot, his 3rd of the season. The Rays who had won 6 straight games will now face the Los Angeles Angels for a 3 game set that will feature 2 of the best pitchers the Anaheim squad has in their disposal: Noah Syndergaard & S...
Mike Zunino Showing Off The Power
May 06, 2022 20:21 - 40 minutesAs the Tampa Bay Rays finished off their sweep of the Oakland A’s, WTSP’s Sports Director, Evan Closky joins the show to share his perspective on how the Rays will fare against the Seattle Mariners. Mike Zunino is starting to get hot, is he going to turn his early season struggles around? Shane McClanahan keeps evolving into one of the best pitchers of the American League. Is he as good as Tyler Glasnow was in 2021? There are still concerns with this group offensively but the momentum of an u...
Rays Sweep A's To Start Roadtrip
May 06, 2022 20:01 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays have started their west coast trip with a bang! For the first time in franchise history, the Rays completed the first sweep of Oakland....IN Oakland. The pitching staff was effective, especially savvy veteran Corey Kluber in the third game. Manuel Margot keeps impressing Rays fans with his clutch factor and solid outfield play. Also, how are some ex-Rays doing this season? What can we expect from the Seattle Mariners series? Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the...
Captain Kevin Kiermaier?
May 04, 2022 22:45 - 28 minutesMailbag Wednesday! The Tampa Bay Rays fandom is speaking loud and clear on this second part of our weekly mailbag episode. -How much are the pitching injuries to both the rotation and the bullpen costing wins for the Rays right now? -If the Rays were to give someone the "C" on their jersey, who which player would you like to see be the team captain? Is it veteran Kevin Kiermaier? Is it the eventual (already?) face of the franchise, Wander Franco? -Does this rotation still strike fear in oppo...
Brandon Lowe Is Struggling...For Now.
May 03, 2022 21:26 - 29 minutesTuesday Mailbag! Tampa Bay Rays fans have seen Brandon Lowe be the best player in the league and also struggle to get out of hitting droughts. As April has not been kind to Lowe, Rays fans are wondering: -Is batting lead-off the right spot for Brandon Lowe in the lineup? -What are his numbers as a lead-off guy? -Who can be lead-off instead of B-Lowe? -As the team struggles offensively, should Mejia be getting more AB's than Zunino? -Is 1B coach Chris Prieto to be blamed for the Rays baserunni...
Rays Offense, Where Are You?
May 02, 2022 22:18 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were handed a series loss by the Minnesota Twins at Tropicana Field this weekend, being outscored 18-4 in the final 2 games of the series. The Rays offense has had major difficulty scoring more than 3 runs a game, which is concerning. However, the word of this season is patience. Will we see the patience as a fandom be rewarded by season's end? Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for mo...
MVP Season for Wander Franco?
April 29, 2022 17:28 - 33 minutesWander Franco has delighted Tampa Bay Rays fans in less than 100 games played in MLB. His plate discipline, improving defense and leadership in the clubhouse has helped him become a very early contender for the 2022 AL MVP Award. In this episode, the duo is joined once again by Evan Closky, WTSP's Sports Director to shed light on all things Rays. -What does the future hold for Wander Franco? -What's likeliest to happen, Hall of Fame or 3,000 hits? -How long until Shane McClanahan becomes an A...
Rays Temperature Check with WTSP's Sports Director Evan Closky
April 28, 2022 15:31 - 33 minutesIt has only been 17 games in this young 2022 season, but there are loads of issues, concerns and questions about the Tampa Bay Rays 2022 squad. -What have we learned from this 9-8 start by the Rays? -How will the Rays right the ship defensively? -What are this team's strengths and weaknesses? -Biggest surprised/disappointments so far. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for more details and to sign-up. ...
Ji-Man Choi Is Clutch!
April 27, 2022 16:45 - 33 minutesMailbag Wednesday! 1. Brendan McKay has been M.I.A. since 2019 due to injuries. Should the fandom believe he will be wearing a Rays uniform and be on the mound for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022? 2. As of Monday evening, Tampa Bay Rays 1B Ji-Man Choi is on fire! He is slashing .351/.500/.622 with an 1.122 OPS. Let's add the fact that he has reached base in 12 of 13 plate appearances since the start of last season. What can we expect from Ji-Man? 3. Wander Franco has lit the world on fire with ...
Is Shane McClanahan an 'Ace'?
April 26, 2022 18:56 - 31 minutesTampa Bay Rays Opening Day young starter Shane McClanahan has started the 2022 season in impeccable form. After 22 innings pitched this year, he has collected 31 strikeouts and leads the AL with 31 as of Sunday evening. In his latest start, he dominated the Red Sox by lasting 7 innings while allowing 2 runs in the first inning. Along with the punchouts, he has a 2.45 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, 2.27 FIP &137 ERA+. This success brings about the following questions: -What does an 'Ace' do? -How many 'Aces'...
Rays Win Series Against the Boston Red Sox
April 25, 2022 16:09 - 32 minutesA weekend filled with Tampa Bay Rays clutch performances, the Rays were able to take 2 out of 3 games from the Boston Red Sox during the weekend series at Tropicana Field. Although Friday's game showcased Wander's 2-HR performance, that wasn't enough to get it done. The boys battled this weekend for a comeback, walk-off victory off the bat of Kevin Kiermaier on Saturday (his first ever walk-off home-run). Saturday's game had started as a combined no-hitter on a bullpen day for the Rays! Sunda...
Revenge Against the Red Sox Starts This Weekend
April 22, 2022 18:35 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays fandom has a bitter taste after the disappointing end to the 2021 season that saw the team won 100 games and be outed from the playoffs in 4 games in the ALDS against the Boston Red Sox. This weekend the Rays will meet their rivals in Tropicana Field and see some familiar faces in both Michael Wacha and Rich Hill. As this is a FUN FRIDAY episode, there is baseball trivia and 'Name That WAR!'. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the b...
Comeback Year for Jalen Beeks?
April 22, 2022 01:26 - 34 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays leave cold and windy Chicago with a 3-3 record after facing both the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox. The Rays offense came alive in the north side of Chicago when they took the last 2 games averaging 7 runs. Wander Franco keeps playing high-quality baseball and it is amazing to watch. Drew Rasmussen has been seeing less whiffs and chase rates and keeps getting hit quite hard. What is the solution to that? Also, Jalen Beeks has returned from TJ surgery and has looked...
Will We See A Dip In Rays Offense In 2022?
April 20, 2022 11:30 - 39 minutesFor this Mailbag Wednesday, Kevin & Ulises take three emails from Tampa Bay Rays fans all over the world tackling the following: -Besides Wander Franco, Randy Arozarena and Brandon Lowe, who else can the fandom lean on for massive offensive production? -What can we expect from Harold Ramirez batting....3rd? -The Rays are shifting to more athletic baseball players...what is the reason behind this? AND MUCH MORE! Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the ...
Snow Blows For Rays in Wrigley Field
April 19, 2022 17:29 - 30 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays were treated to harsh winter conditions in the not-so-friendly confines of Wrigley Field on Monday evening losing to the Chicago Cubs 4-2. Although there was much left to be desired from a passive Rays offense, Shane McClanahan pitched like the ace of the staff yesterday, collecting 9 K's in 6 strong innings, climbing the Strikeout leaderboard in all MLB. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfil...
Where Is The Rays Way?
April 18, 2022 15:27 - 36 minutesThe 2022 season has seen 2 types of Tampa Bay Rays baseball, one that is confident and is able to execute the little things and another that has recently faltered in defense, has seen base running gaffes and not getting those key hits on the offensive side of the ball. This weekend against the Chicago White Sox saw the team rejuvenated on Sunday getting their most runs in the season but saw them drop the series after back to back 3-2 losses. -Was Apple TV a good broadcast? -What can we expect...
Do Not Panic, Rays Fans...Yet.
April 15, 2022 16:28 - 37 minutesIt was a deflating four-game series loss against the Oakland A's this week for the Tampa Bay Rays, who seemed off-kilt from the start. Is it time for Rays fans to panic about the team? Kevin and Ulises share their thoughts on why it's not sensible to do so. As this is a Friday episode, the duo preview the series against the Chicago White Sox, wonder about Sunday's starter for the Rays and of course, play baseball trivia and 'Name That WAR!'. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the L...
Is Shane McClanahan the Next Chris Archer?
April 14, 2022 16:06 - 33 minutesAfter a disappointing loss on Wednesday evening against the Oakland Athletics, Kevin and Ulises ponder on the most anticlimactic ending to a baseball game they have seen in a long time. Francisco Mejía and Brandon Lowe find a way to get on base, and on the first pitch to young phenom, Wander Franco, the game ends in a foul pop out. -Is Sugar Shane high on strikeouts, full of potential and is the new version of young Chris Archer? They also discuss the unwritten rules of baseball as portrayed ...
Manuel Margot Walks It Off
April 13, 2022 23:55 - 33 minutesAfter a disappointing clunker loss at the hands of the Oakland Athletics, the Tampa Bay Rays were able to secure a comeback win that almost slipped through their fingers on Tuesday night, thanks to a very clutch hit by Manuel Margot. Tommy Romero did not have a successful MLB debut as he ended up lasting less than 2 innings and surrendering 3 runs on 5 BB. The duo also discuss 2 mailbag audio messages regarding season predictions and whether Rays players will be affected by their vaccination ...
Down Goes Luis Patiño?
April 12, 2022 18:34 - 34 minutesBesides the Tampa Bay Rays getting a whoopin' 13-2 (clunker!) against the Oakland A's at the Trop on Monday evening, the Tampa Bay squad also suffered a possible major lost in Luis Patiño. In the first inning of his outing, he only threw about a dozen pitches before he had to be taken out of the game. After losing Shane Baz during spring training for a limited time, Pete Fairbanks, and Ryan Yarbrough, this Patiño injury (left oblique strain) could mean very bad things. -How does Tommy Romero ...
Rays Sweep The O's...Again.
April 11, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutesThe Opening Weekend series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Baltimore Orioles started on a close game (Rays 2-Orioles 1) and it ended with the Rays beating down the birds on Sunday 8-0. The weekend highlights: -Rays Bullpen allowing 2 runs in 14 innings. -Josh Fleming and his secret weapon. -Corey Kluber and his leash -Wander Franco's defensive growth -Oakland A's series preview. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/Ra...
Opening Day Is Finally Here Rays Fans!
April 08, 2022 04:27 - 38 minutesIs there anything better than Opening Day, Rays fans? We hope you are as excited as we are to see Shane McClanahan toe the rubber for the Tampa Bay Rays against John Means and the Baltimore Orioles. Seeing as the Rays will be facing a lefty, you can make sure that Kevin Cash will be utilizing his righty and switch hitters such as Wander Franco, Randy Arozarena, Yandy Diaz and Mike Zunino. The Rays should be able to bank early wins in April as their schedule will end pretty tough in September!...
Manuel Margot Extended by The Tampa Bay Rays
April 07, 2022 19:22 - 35 minutesOutfielder Manuel Margot, has signed a 2 year contract extension worth $19Million with an option for a third year at 12M (a buyout after the first 2 years of 2M). This extension might not have been the top pick for a lot of Rays fans, but it is sure to be a successful one. Manuel Margot has rated highly in various defensive metrics such as Sprint Speed, Outfielder Jumps and Outs Above Average. Also on this episode, Kevin and Ulises discus Team Awards for the 2022 Tampa Bay Rays, including: Te...
Austin Meadows Traded To The Detroit Tigers
April 07, 2022 02:06 - 36 minutesCorner outfielder Austin Meadows has been traded to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for INF Isaac Paredes and a 2022 Competitive Balance Round B draft pick. Although it can be emotionally taxing to see a fan favorite player like Austin Meadows leave the club, this is how the Rays operate,: selling the assets before they depreciate and gaining more athleticism on the field as they are promoting Josh Lowe. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Vi...
AL East Roundtable 2022
April 05, 2022 19:34 - 48 minutesThe 2022 MLB season is just days away and the Tampa Bay Rays, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles will be fighting for the top spot in the American League East! Maybe some of them more than others! Could this be the year where four teams from the same division get into the playoffs? The hosts of the Locked On shows of the AL East (Ulises Sambrano, Stacey Gotsulias, Connor Newcomb & Lauren Campbell) get together to discuss who won the offseason, gives ...
Gary Sanchez To The...Rays?
April 05, 2022 00:56 - 35 minutesMailbag Monday is back! As Gary Sanchez has moved on from the big spotlight that is New York, is it fair to ponder that he will succeed in a smaller market such as Minnesota...or Tampa Bay? Also, with Yonny Chirinos getting lost in the shuffle of arms that have been rehabbing, what can Rays fans expect from the young Venezuelan righty? With the season starting this weekend, our Fantasy Baseball League is back and better than ever!! Who fared well? Who got Wander Franco? Who made a bad pick? A...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Greg Jones (Part 2)
April 01, 2022 19:04 - 32 minutesTampa Bay Rays top prospect Greg Jones (SS) joins the Locked On Rays show and dives deep on different topics; childhood baseball heroes, preference on traditional vs. analytics, scouting reports, hobbies and baseball dreams. If you are a Tampa Bay Rays fan, this interview will aim to give you a better picture of Jones the baseball player and person. Note: This is Part 2 of a two-part interview. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymea...
Interviewing Rays Prospect: Greg Jones (Part 1)
March 31, 2022 12:03 - 29 minutesTampa Bay Rays top prospect Greg Jones (SS) joins the Locked On Rays show and dives deep on different topics; childhood baseball heroes, preference on traditional vs. analytics, scouting reports, hobbies and baseball dreams. If you are a Tampa Bay Rays fan, this interview will aim to give you a better picture of Jones the baseball player and person. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for more details and...
Setback For Rays' Pete Fairbanks
March 30, 2022 04:01 - 34 minutesRays righty reliever Pete Fairbanks will be missing at least 6 weeks of action as he could not pitch more than a handful during a weekend Spring Training game. The team specified the injury as tightness in the lat muscle. Although he is searching for a second opinions, the Tampa Bay Rays will be without his services for the first couple of months. -How does this affect the Rays bullpen? -Who can step up from the team's massive depth? -Are there any matches with free agent relievers? Want to s...
Which Sponsor Will Rays Wear on Jerseys and Helmets?
March 29, 2022 04:01 - 35 minutesWith advertisement patches coming to MLB, hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano debate on all the the options that could potentially become a sponsor for the Tampa Bay Rays. With the help of Locked On Rays listeners on Twitter, the duo come up with quite a few possibilities. Also, the boys debate this mailbag question: Which minor league pitcher, who has yet to make his MLB debut, will we see pitch the most innings in 2022? Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podca...
Meet Harold Ramirez
March 28, 2022 11:22 - 33 minutesThe Tampa Bay Rays acquired OF Harold Ramirez in exchange for Minor Leaguer INF Esteban Quiroz from the Chicago Cubs. Ramirez, who has been a part of 5 organizations in his early career, will be heading to Tampa Bay in order to fill a need from the right side of the plate. Although he might not be a flashy name that many fans recognize, there are many peripherals that point to a possible solid pickup for the Rays. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with t...
No Tommy Pham Reunion For Rays
March 25, 2022 17:25 - 34 minutesTommy Pham has agreed on a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Reds totaling $7.5M (including buyout). So, where does that leave the Rays on their search for a lefty masher? Is the answer going to be Ryon Healy? Perhaps, but it looks like no free agent righty bat is on the horizon for the Rays. Want to guest co-host on a future episode of the Locked On Rays podcast with the boys? Visit buymeacoffee.com/RaysUnfiltered for more details and to sign-up. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulis...