Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays drop the first game of the series to the Detroit Tigers 5-1. The Rays just never got things going in this one. The Rays got down 2-0 early after a 2 run home run by Javy Baez. The Rays would get one of those runs back after a Jonathan Aranda RBI single. That would be the only offense the Rays would muster as Tigers pitcher Keider Montero only needed 68 pitches to get through 6 I...

Rays' bullpen woes cost them crucial series against Twins. Can they bounce back before the All-Star break? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down Tampa Bay's heartbreaking losses to Minnesota, highlighting the urgent need for bullpen solutions. The duo analyzes Brandon Lowe and Jonathan Aranda's All-Star selections, celebrating the players' well-deserved recognition. Joe Boyle's impressive cal...

The Tampa Bay Rays pick up a much needed win, beating the Twins 7-5. This was another wild game for the Rays. After the Rays took a 4-2 lead in the top of the 8th the bullpen would blow another lead. Harrison Bader would hit a 2 run home run to tie the game in the 8th. After each team went scoreless in the 9th the Rays offense would bounce back in a big way in the top of the 10th. They would score...

The Tampa Bay Rays lose another frustrating game to the Minnesota Twins, 6-5. The Rays once led 5-1. Then for the 2nd straight game it was a complete collapse by the bullpen. The Rays bullpen gave up the last 5 runs of the game to lose again. Masked in all of that was a good bounce back start from Taj Bradley. He went 5.2 IP only giving up 3 runs and striking out 5. The offense put pressure on all...

Rays face crucial test against Twins as All-Star snubs spark debate. Can Tampa Bay overcome recent struggles against weaker opponents? Kevin and Ulises break down the upcoming Rays-Twins series, highlighting Minnesota's 40-45 record and the impact of Royce Lewis on their performance. The hosts dissect the controversial MLB All-Star Game starter selections, proposing changes to the voting process t...

The Tampa Bay Rays blow another lead losing to the Twins 4-3. The Rays found themselves down 1-0 after the first 5 innings but would get some traction in the 6th. It started with a Yandy Diaz RBI double and a Junior single to give the Rays the lead. The Rays would add another run in the 7th to make it 3-1. Thats when the Bullpen would implode. The Rays bullpen gave up the last 3 runs of the game....

Rays bullpen woes persist despite win over Athletics. Can Tampa Bay's relief corps hold up for a deep playoff run? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Tampa Bay Rays' nail-biting victory against the Oakland Athletics, highlighting ongoing concerns about the bullpen's performance. The duo analyzes potential trade deadline moves to bolster the relief pitching and discusses the exciting po...

Tampa Bay Rays pitching shakeup on the horizon? Joe Boyle's potential call-up sparks rotation debate. Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Rays' pitching situation, analyzing Boyle's impressive AAA stats and how he might fit into the major league roster. The hosts explore potential rotation changes, comparing Shane Baz and Taj Bradley's performances, and discussing bullpen options. They...

The Tampa Bay Rays picked up a much-needed win on Wednesday night, edging the A’s 6-5 in a wild game. It didn’t start well for Tampa Bay, as the A’s jumped out to a 2-0 lead early. The Rays cut into the deficit in the bottom of the second when Jake Mangum raced around the bases for an inside-the-park home run to make it 2-1. After a quiet stretch, the Rays' offense broke through in the sixth. Josh...

Rays and A's: Two teams, two tiny payrolls, two minor league ballparks - but only one is winning. What's the secret behind Tampa Bay's surprising success? Kevin Weiss and Boony break down the contrasting seasons of the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics. They explore how the Rays have overcome stadium challenges and injuries to thrive, while the A's struggle with morale. The hosts analyze recent...

The Tampa Bay Rays pick up a frustrating loss to the A's 4-3. The Rays got the offense going early with the Home run ball. Christopher Morel hit a towering home run in the 2nd inning to make it 1-0. Brandon Lowe would hit one the next inning to make it 2-0. Max Muncy was able to tie the game with a 2 run home run in the 4th. Shea Langeliers would give the Rays the lead with a solo home run in the...

MLB All-Star Game voting ignites fierce debate. Is fan selection flawed?   Our hosts analyze issues with the current voting system, suggesting radical changes to All-Star format. Ideas range from requiring starters to play full nine innings to implementing a "golden batter" rule. American and National League roster selections take center stage, with passionate arguments for overlooked stars. Could...

Tampa Bay Rays' offensive explosion continues, but pitching woes loom large. Can the team maintain its momentum? Ulises Sambrano breaks down the Rays' impressive hitting streak since May 20, highlighting Brandon Lowe's .346 average and Junior Caminero's power surge. The discussion shifts to Shane Baz and Taj Bradley's recent struggles on the mound, raising questions about potential roster moves. U...

The Tampa Bay Rays drop the last game of the series to the Orioles 5-1. The Rays offense could not muster much of anything in this game. The Rays just got 5 hits on the day and only got a runner into scoring position one time in the 1st inning. The Rays had 5 123 innings as for the first time his road trip the offense struggled to put on consistent pressure. Brandon Lowe would get the Rays on the...

The Tampa Bay Rays destroy the Baltimore Orioles 11-3. The Rays offense continues to be on a heater. They got it started in the 1st inning with a Brandon Lowe RBI single. Then Jonathan Aranda would hit the 3rd longest home run in Rays history to make it 3-0. The Rays would end up scoring 4 in the first to make it 4-0. In the 4th after a Taylor Walls sacrifice fly, Yandy Diaz would hit another long...

Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Tampa Bay Rays' impressive sweep of the Kansas City Royals, highlighting Shane Baz’s career-best 8-inning gem. The hosts analyze Junior Caminero's power surge, the team's upcoming road-heavy schedule, and potential playoff venue challenges. Key discussions include the possibility of "home" postseason games at neutral sites and its impact on fans. Tune...

Wander Franco's MLB career hangs in the balance after shocking conviction. Will the Tampa Bay Rays' star shortstop ever play in the big leagues again? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down Franco's guilty verdict for sexual abuse of a minor, exploring the potential fallout for his contract and future in baseball. The hosts analyze Franco's impressive 2023 stats, highlighting the immense talen...

The Tampa Bay Rays complete the sweep of the Royals, winning 4-0. The Rays pitching was spectacular again. Over the 3 games this series they held the Royals to just 1 run. Shane Baz had one of his best starts of his career. He went 8 IP striking out 9 and only allowing 3 hits and 0 runs. The Rays got the scoring started in the 4th inning. After a two out double by Jonathan Aranda, Jake Mangum hit...

The Tampa Bay Rays win another series, beating the Kansas City Royals 3-0. The Rays pitching continues to be stellar. They have now allowed just 1 run over the first two games of this series. Drew Rasmussen started and went 5 shut out innings only giving up 2 hits. Kevin Kelly, Garrett Cleavinger, Edwin Uceta, and Pete Fairbanks shut the door the last 4 innings to complete the win. The Rays offens...

Rays surge within striking distance of AL East lead! Can they overtake the Yankees by month's end? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down Tampa Bay's impressive 5-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals, highlighting the team's offensive resurgence and Taj Bradley's near-perfect pitching performance. The hosts analyze the Rays' improved lineup depth, discuss the impact of speedsters like Jake Ma...

Tampa Bay Rays surge in AL East, just two games behind Yankees. Is a deep playoff run on the horizon? Kevin Weiss and Jonathan Shields break down the Rays' impressive hot streak, highlighting Jonathan Aranda's clutch performances and Taylor Walls' defensive prowess. The discussion covers Chandler Simpson's call-up, Taj Bradley's pitching struggles, and how potential new ownership could reshape the...

The Tampa Bay Rays dominate the Kansas City Royals, winning 5-1. Taj Bradley was spectacular tonight for the Rays. He went the first 5.2 IP without giving up a hit. He would finish going 6.2 IP with 2 hits and 0 Runs. The offense put pressure on the Royals early and often. It started with a 2 run home run by Danny Jansen in the 2nd. Jansen finished with 3 RBIs. The Rays would take advantage of the...

Tampa Bay Rays stun with Zack Littell's clutch performances. Is the fifth starter becoming a secret weapon? Breaking down the Rays' impressive series win against the Detroit Tigers, highlighting Littell's consistent dominance and Taylor Walls' June resurgence. The discussion covers Taj Bradley's recent struggles, potential roster moves, and how the team's strategy is reshaping their playoff chance...

The Tampa Bay Rays can't complete the sweep, loosing to the Tigers 9-3. The Rays offense sputtered a bit in this one. After a Junior Caminero home run in the 4th inning tied the game at 1 the Rays could not muster another run until the game was already out of hand. They got runners in scoring position in the 4th, 5th and 7th but could not come through. They would add a few runs in the 9th after th...

The Tampa Bay Rays clinch a winning home stand, defeating the Detroit Tigers 8-3. The Rays got it started early once again. The Rays put up 4 runs in the 1st inning for the 2nd straight game. Taylor Walls capped off the 4 run 1st inning with a 2 RBI single with the bases loaded. The Rays offense continued to add on. Brandon Lowe had a RBI single in the 2nd that made it 5-0. Then a trio of long hom...