Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds' playoff hopes crumble after a disastrous series against the Oakland A's. Jeff Carr and Steve Offenbaker analyze the team's collapse, highlighting the lack of power hitting and inconsistent pitching as major issues. They scrutinize the decision to overplay Elly De La Cruz, suggesting it led to mental fatigue and poor performance. The hosts discuss potential offseason moves, inc...

The Cincinnati Reds were swept by the Athletics after falling 7-4 on Sunday in Sacramento. Cincinnati jumped out to an early 3-0 lead, but the Athletics’ power bats took control from there and never looked back. The Reds, who came into the weekend with a chance to climb in the Wild Card race, instead leave Sacramento sitting 2.5 games back. They now turn their attention to divisional play, beginni...

The Cincinnati Reds suffered a crushing 11-5 loss to the Oakland Athletics on Saturday in Sacramento, letting another golden opportunity slip away in the NL Wild Card race. With both the Mets and Giants losing, the Reds had a chance to gain ground but instead faltered badly. Hunter Greene endured his worst outing of the season, failing to escape the third inning. The Athletics later broke the game...

The Cincinnati Reds' offensive woes continue as they struggle with runners in scoring position. Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker analyze the team's performance, highlighting their middle-of-the-pack statistics in most hitting categories except for clutch situations. The hosts debate the merits of bunting strategy and compare draft picks Chase Burns and Nick Kurtz, weighing the team's needs for pitc...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped the series opener to the Athletics 3-0 on Friday night in Sacramento. Despite several chances to break through, the Reds went 0-for-12 with runners in scoring position and left a number of men stranded on base. Oakland took advantage of their limited opportunities, scratching across just enough offense to secure the win. The Reds will look to bounce back on Saturday as...

The Cincinnati Reds' playoff hopes reignite as they close in on a wild card spot. Andrew Abbott's dominant eight-inning performance against San Diego showcases the team's resilience. Jeff and Steve analyze Tyler Stephenson's impactful return to the lineup, highlighting his power-hitting potential. The hosts explore Tony Santillan's emergence as a potential future closer, dissecting his league-lead...

The Cincinnati Reds edged the San Diego Padres 2-1 on Wednesday night at Petco Park, gaining ground in the race for the final NL Wild Card spot. Andrew Abbott was dominant, tossing eight strong innings while allowing just one run to keep the Reds in control. Elly De La Cruz provided the spark with a clutch hit, a stolen base, and the go-ahead run that proved to be the difference. With the series c...

The Cincinnati Reds face a pivotal series against the San Diego Padres. Tyler Stephenson's recent home run sparks hope for a power surge, crucial for the team's wild card aspirations. Jeff Carr analyzes Stephenson's season stats and emphasizes his importance to the lineup. Young prospects Sal Stewart, Connor Phillips, and Zach Maxwell impress, showcasing the Reds' promising future. The upcoming ma...

The Cincinnati Reds earned a hard-fought 4-2 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night at Petco Park. Tyler Stephenson came through in the clutch, blasting a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to break a 2-2 tie. Emilio Pagán then shut the door in the bottom half, securing the victory for Cincinnati. The win gave the Reds a bounce-back performance after a tough loss the night before as the...

The Cincinnati Reds face a critical juncture in their season as they struggle to maintain playoff contention. Jeff and Steve analyze the team's recent performance, highlighting their inability to close out crucial games. Matt McLain's improved plate discipline and defensive play spark discussions about his future role, potentially in center field or at second base. Sal Stewart's call-up ignites de...

The Cincinnati Reds let a golden opportunity slip away Monday night at Petco Park, falling to the San Diego Padres after blowing a 3-0 lead. Nick Lodolo gave the Reds everything they could have asked for, tossing five shutout innings and keeping the Padres’ bats quiet. However, the bullpen faltered once again, surrendering the lead and allowing San Diego to claw back into the game. What looked lik...

The Cincinnati Reds face crucial decisions as Elly De La Cruz's performance dips and Hunter Greene shows promise. Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr analyze De La Cruz's 162-game streak, debating its impact on the team's success. They explore Greene's potential for a Cy Young-caliber season, highlighting his impressive strikeout and walk rates. The hosts dissect the Reds' upcoming road trip, evaluati...

The Cincinnati Reds edged out the New York Mets 3-2 on Sunday afternoon, clinching both the weekend and season series. Hunter Greene was dominant, firing seven innings of one-run baseball while striking out 12. The Reds’ offense came through with timely hits, highlighted by Elly De La Cruz’s go-ahead double in the sixth inning. With the win, Cincinnati carries momentum into their final West Coast...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the New York Mets 6-3 on Saturday night at Great American Ball Park. The offense was powered by home runs from Sal Stewart, who hit his first career big league homer, along with Matt McLain and Austin Hays. Brady Singer turned in an excellent outing, going six strong innings while allowing just one earned run. The Reds will look to secure the series win on Sunday and c...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped another frustrating game Friday night, falling 5-4 to the New York Mets at Great American Ball Park. Despite loading the bases multiple times, the Reds failed to deliver the big hit they desperately needed, a recurring theme throughout the 2025 season. The offense managed to keep pressure on New York but couldn’t capitalize when it mattered most. With the loss, Cincinna...

Cincinnati Reds' playoff hopes crumble after devastating losses. Can they salvage their season? Steven Offenbaker and Tim Daniel dissect the Reds' recent collapse, highlighting Terry Francona's questionable decisions and the team's diminishing postseason chances. The hosts explore potential roster moves, evaluate key players like Ellie De La Cruz, and discuss bringing up prospects from AAA. They a...

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Toronto Blue Jays 13-9 on Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park, dropping their fourth straight series and slipping back to .500 at 70-70. The Reds’ offense showed plenty of fight, putting up nine runs and keeping the game within reach at times. Unfortunately, the pitching staff once again collapsed, surrendering big innings that the lineup couldn’t fully over...

Cincinnati Reds face crucial decisions as playoff race heats up. Can strategic bullpen management and resurgent players propel them to October baseball? Steven Offenbaker and Eric Matthews dissect the Reds' recent performance, debating the merits of a bullpen day against the Toronto Blue Jays. They analyze Matt McLain's comeback (.318 average, .400 OBP last week) and its impact on the lineup. The...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped a wild one Tuesday night, falling 12-9 to the Toronto Blue Jays in a high-scoring affair at Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati trailed 8-1 early after the Blue Jays exploded out of the gate, but the Reds kept clawing back to stay within striking distance. Despite several rallies, the Reds’ bullpen couldn’t contain Toronto’s relentless offense. The loss evens the serie...

Reds stun Blue Jays with walk-off win. Is this the turning point for Cincinnati's playoff push? Steven Offenbaker and Tim Daniel break down the Cincinnati Reds' thrilling victory, highlighting Elly De La Cruz's unassisted double play and Ke'Bryan Hayes' clutch performance. The discussion covers Hunter Greene's pitching, Scott Barlow's bullpen impact, and Sal Stewart's energetic MLB debut. Key topi...

The Cincinnati Reds pulled off a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday afternoon at Great American Ball Park. After back-to-back home runs from Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho put the Reds in a 4-2 hole entering the bottom of the 9th, Cincinnati stormed back with a three-run rally capped by Noelvi Marte’s game-winning hit. Hunter Greene was outstanding on the mound, go...

Reds' playoff hopes alive as top prospect Sal Stewart joins the roster. Can Cincinnati make a late-season push? The Cincinnati Reds are shaking things up, calling up their #1 prospect Sal Stewart as they fight for a wild card spot. Stephen Offenbaker and guest host Eric Matthews break down Stewart's potential impact, the team's recent performance, and crucial upcoming series against the Toronto Bl...

The Cincinnati Reds finally ended their losing streak on Sunday, defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 at Great American Ball Park. Brady Singer delivered another strong outing, earning a quality start to give the Reds some much-needed stability on the mound. Austin Hays and Matt McLain provided the power at the plate, each homering to help fuel the victory. With the skid snapped, the Reds now tur...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped their fifth straight game on Saturday, losing 4-2 to the St. Louis Cardinals. The defeat drops Cincinnati back to .500 on the season after a rough week that has stalled their momentum. The Reds offense once again struggled to come through in key situations, stranding multiple runners on base. With the series finale looming, Cincinnati will look to avoid a sweep and try...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped their fourth straight game on Friday night, falling 7-5 in extra innings to the St. Louis Cardinals. After battling to force extras, the Reds unraveled when Elly De La Cruz committed a costly error that opened the door for St. Louis to take the lead. Cincinnati’s offense showed life with some timely hits, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the late miscues. The Reds will...