Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays

Tampa Bay Rays' Drew Rasmussen extends scoreless streak to 23 innings. Will he break Alex Cobb's team record? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano analyze Rasmussen's dominant performance, including his recent five-inning gem with eight strikeouts. The hosts discuss Junior Caminero's AL co-Player of the Week honors, comparing his power numbers to Evan Longoria's rookie season. They explore Caminero's o...

The Rays had nothing going offensively for a majority of the game. After a solo home run by Junior Caminero the Rays struggled to get offensive momentum. Then in the 9th inning with the Rays down 3-1 the offense would wake up. Yandy diaz got it started with a single. Then after a Jonathan Aranda walk, Junior Caminero would make it 3-2. Then Taylor Walls would beat out an infield single that scored...

The Tampa Bay Rays have now won 11 of their last 14 games after beating the Texas Rangers 5-4 tonight. Brandon Lowe got things started with a solo home run in the bottom of the 1st to make it 1-0. The Rays would break it open in the 3rd inning. After a Josh Lowe double, Brandon Lowe hit a rope for a double to make it 2-0. After a Yandy Diaz single, Jonathan Aranda roped a single to make it 3-0. Ja...

Tampa Bay Rays shake up roster with unexpected moves. Will Chris Morel's potential outweigh his struggles? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano dissect the Rays' decision to keep Morel while demoting Chandler Simpson. Channel 10 WTSP Sports Director Evan Closky offers insider analysis on Morel's bat speed and contact quality. The hosts explore Taylor Walls' controversial ejection and debate the umpire'...

The Tampa Bay Rays continue their winning ways, beating the Rangers 5-1. The story in this one was Drew Rasmussen. He went 5 IP only 1 hit and 8 strikeouts. He is now up to 23 straight innings without a run allowed. Kameron Misner hit a solo home run in the 2nd inning to give the Rays the lead. The Rays would break it open in the 6th inning with a 3 run inning highlighted by a steal of home by Jun...

Singer Ali Berke's quest to perform the national anthem at all 30 MLB stadiums is reshaping sports entertainment. Is she the first solo female artist to attempt this impressive feat? Locked On Rays hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano explore Berke's journey through America's ballparks, from Fenway Park to Yankee Stadium. The discussion covers memorable performances, including her "holy moly" mom...

    MLB playoff race heats up as underdogs challenge favorites. Are the Dodgers and Astros locks for October, or could surprising contenders like the Rangers and Pirates shake things up?       Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze current playoff positions, potential fallers, and intriguing statistics. The hosts debate the Twins' chances, the Mariners' struggles, and the impact of the expa...

Rays fans, brace yourselves! Chandler Simpson's unexpected demotion to Triple-A sends shockwaves through Tampa Bay. Is this a strategic move or a setback for the speedster? Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the Rays' rollercoaster series against the Houston Astros, where offensive fireworks met pitching prowess. From Taylor Walls' controversial ejection to Junior Caminero's breakout perfo...

The Tampa Bay Rays get shut out by the Houston Astros 1-0. After scoring 16 runs the game before the Rays offense could not stack many hits together. The only run in this game would be in the first inning. Taj Bradley would lock in after that going a strong 7 IP striking out a season high 10 batters. The Rays offense did draw 5 walks but only managed 2 hits in the game. The Rays will return home t...

The Tampa Bay Rays destroy the Houston Astros 16-3. After the Rays offense was a no show last night they bounced back in a big way. It started with a Yandy Diaz Home Run in the 3rd inning that made the score 3-1. Then after the Astros tied it, Junior Caminero hit one of his two huge home runs to make it 4-3. The Rays would then score a combined 9 runs in the 7th and 8th innings to make the score 1...

The Tampa Bay Rays are shaking up their roster with the acquisition of catcher Matt Thaiss, aiming to boost their performance in the MLB. With Thaiss’ impressive .382 on-base percentage and a higher walk rate than strikeout rate, the Rays are poised for a strategic advantage. As they prepare for a challenging series against the Houston Astros, featuring pitchers like Shane Baz and Framber Valdez,...

The Rays offense could not stop scoring in a 13-3 win vs the Houston Astros. The Rays have now won 8 of their last 9 games as they continue to fire on all cylinders. The Rays got up 3-0 early but the Astros would respond in the 5th and 6th innings to tie the game at 3. The Rays offense would come alive in the 7th. Scoring 5 runs before an out was recorded. It started with a Yandy Diaz RBI single,...

Is winning the World Series the only measure of success for the New York Yankees,  the Los Angeles Dodgers or really any team? This episode challenges that notion, exploring the idea that a "perfect season" in MLB might be more about providing fans with an exciting summer.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Trade Coffee Right now, Trade is exclusively offering our customer 50% off your one-m...

The Tampa bay Rays beat the Twins 5-0 finishing their terrific home stand on a high note. Drew Rasmussen continues to shine for the Rays. He went 6 IP only giving up 1 hit and 0 runs. In Drew's last 3 starts he has now gone 18 IP and has given up 0 runs. The offense got it going in the 4th inning. Brandon Lowe hit a solo home run to extend his hitting streak to 11. Then Junior Caminero hit a monst...

Can the Tampa Bay Rays outpitch the Minnesota Twins in their upcoming series? With the Twins boasting a 29-23 record, the Rays face a formidable challenge in the AL Central. This episode breaks down the anticipated pitching matchups, featuring Chris Paddack, Joe Ryan, and Pablo Lopez, and how they stack up against the Rays' own rotation Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano debate potential trade moves...

The Tampa Bay Rays cannot take advantage of their opportunities as they lose to the Minnesota Twins 4-2. The Rays got behind early after the Twins scored first in the opening inning. The Rays would have multiple changes to tie it in the first 3 innings but could not come up with the big hit. Jonathan Aranda would come up with a big RBI single to get the Rays on the board and make it 2-1 in the 4th...

Jonathan Aranda's star is rising as the Tampa Bay Rays secure a commanding 7-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Could Aranda be on his way to becoming an All-Star this season? The episode breaks down the Rays' impressive performance, spotlighting Aranda's three-run homer and the strategic decisions that shaped the game. Hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano analyze the controversial pitching choi...

The Tampa Bay Rays just keep on winning, defeating the Minnesota Twins 7-2. Zack Littell was stellar for the Rays tonight. Littell went 6.1 IP on just 72 pitches and did not allow a walk and just 1 run. The Rays struck first courtesy of Jonathan Aranda's 3 run home run in the bottom of the 6th inning. The Rays would then break the game open in the bottom of the 8th inning. Jose Caballero got it st...

The Tampa Bay Rays have stunned the baseball world with a commanding sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays, extending their winning streak to five games. Curtis Mead and Brandon Lowe are at the forefront, showcasing impressive performances that have fans buzzing. Mead's versatility across the infield and Lowe’s offensive surge, including six home runs in May, are reshaping the Rays' strategy. The episode...

The Tampa bay Rays destroy the Toronto Blue Jays 13-0. The Rays got it started early in this one and never looked back. Brandon Lowe hit hit a 2 run home run in the bottom of the 1st. Lowe has now homered in 3 of the last 4 games. The Rays would break it open in a massive way in the 5th inning. Scoring 7 runs in the inning putting the game away. The Rays would add on 4 more runs as they racked up...

The Tampa Bay Rays win their 4th game in a row, beating the Blue Jays 3-1. The Rays did all their damage in the 1st inning. Junior Caminero hit a massive 3 run home run. That would be all the runs the Rays would need to collect another series win. Shane Baz had a huge bounce back performance. Baz went 5.2 IP only giving up 4 hits and 1 run. The Rays bullpen was lock down after that. Only allowing...

The Tampa Bay Rays win their 3rd game in a row, defeating the Blue Jays 3-1. The Rays got on the board early with a huge 2 run home run by Brandon Lowe in the 3rd inning. Curtis Mead would produce the other run with his second home run of the year. Mead and Lowe have both homered in back to back games. Drew Rasmussen would continue his stellar play as of late. Rasmussen would go 6 IP only allowing...

Can the Tampa Bay Rays maintain their momentum following a series win against the Houston Astros performance? Hosts Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano, alongside WTSP Channel 10 Sports Director Evan Closky, dissect Rays manager Kevin Cash's rare ejection and its impact on team morale. The conversation also highlights Taylor Walls' clutch moments and the strategic decisions shaping the Rays' path forw...

Can the Tampa Bay Rays maintain their momentum after a thrilling series win against the Houston Astros? Explore the hosts' analysis of key plays and player performances. The episode also tackles the pressing issue of non-sellouts at Steinbrenner Field, comparing it to other MLB stadiums and pondering its implications for the Tampa Bay market.  As the Rays prepare to face the Toronto Blue Jays, the...

The Tampa Bay Rays pick up a huge series win, beating the Astros 8-4. The Astros jumped on the Rays early again. Two batters into the game it was 2-0 Houston. Then the Rays would respond in a big way. The Rays would match the Astros with two runs in the bottom of the first highlighted by a Chandler Simpson RBI single. Then Curtis Mead, Josh Lowe, and Brandon Lowe all hit solo home runs to put the...