Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Atlanta Braves 12-11 on Thursday night at Great American Ball Park in a wild back-and-forth contest. Trailing 11-3 in the 8th inning, the Reds mounted a dramatic rally, scoring eight runs to tie the game before ultimately falling just short in the 9th. Ke'Bryan Hayes made his Reds debut and had an eventful night, committing a costly error early but later launching a...

The Cincinnati Reds bolster their rotation with Zack Littell acquisition from the Tampa Bay Rays. This strategic move addresses pitching depth concerns and impacts the team's playoff push. Jeff Carr and Reds Postcast host Tim Daniel analyze Littell's performance, highlighting his league-leading walk percentage despite allowing homers. They explore how this trade affects Chase Burns' role, potentia...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2 on Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park, avoiding a series sweep. Spencer Steer delivered the clutch moment of the game with an 11-pitch at-bat that ended in a go-ahead 2-RBI triple in the bottom of the 8th inning. Will Benson followed it up with an RBI single to give the Reds some insurance. Nick Martinez turned in a strong start, go...

The Cincinnati Reds traded for third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. Hayes brings gold glove defense to the Reds infield. The Reds sent shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura and left handed relief pitcher Taylor Rogers to Pittsburgh in the trade.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-reds/   https://www.youtube...

The Cincinnati Reds face crucial decisions as the trade deadline looms. Host Jeff Carr analyzes potential targets, including Eugenio Suárez or Ke'Bryan Hayes, who could bolster the lineup or defense. Carr explores pitching improvements, focusing on Sonny Gray's potential addition and Hunter Greene's imminent return from rehab. Bullpen options like Jake Bird and Seth Halverson are dissected, with C...

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 on Tuesday night, despite a dominant outing from Nick Lodolo, who struck out 11 over 5.1 innings. Lodolo left the game with a two-run lead, but the Reds bullpen couldn’t hold on, surrendering three runs in the final innings. The Dodgers capitalized on a few key mistakes and timely hits to complete the comeback. It was a tough loss for the Red...

The Cincinnati Reds' Chase Burns impresses despite a misleading 6.26 ERA. His amazing 14.8 strikeouts per nine innings and team-best 3.02 FIP reveal his true potential. Jeff Carr and Steve Offenbaker analyze Burns' performance, potential trade target Marcell Ozuna, and recent hitting trends for Matt McLain, Tyler Stephenson, and TJ Friedl. The hosts question Ozuna's fit with the team, highlighting...

The Cincinnati Reds fell 5-2 to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night at Great American Ball Park. Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto was dominant, tossing 7 innings of one-run baseball to stifle the Reds' offense. Despite the loss, Reds rookie Chase Burns continued to impress, striking out 10 over 5.2 innings while allowing just one walk and three earned runs. Cincinnati made things interesting in...

The Cincinnati Reds' hot streak continues under Terry Francona's influence, transforming their playing style and competitive mindset. Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker analyze the team's improved base running, particularly Elly De La Cruz's stellar performance. They explore Chase Burns' future, discussing his innings limit and potential impact on the Reds' playoff aspirations. The hosts preview the...

The Cincinnati Reds could acquire Eugenio Suárez before the MLB trade deadline, according to Locked On Reds host Jeff Carr. He presents six compelling reasons for this potential move, including mutual interest and the Reds' need for a consistent home run threat. Carr analyzes a possible trade package involving prospects Chase Petty, Cam Collier, and Adam Serwinowski. The episode explores Suárez's...

The Cincinnati Reds edged out the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 on Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park to complete the three-game sweep. Brady Singer was dominant on the mound, tossing 7.1 innings while allowing just one earned run and striking out eight. The Reds plated two runs in the first inning, and that early offense held up thanks to sharp defense and lockdown relief pitching. With momentum o...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 6-2 on Saturday night at Great American Ball Park, fueled by a relentless top of the order that reached base 10 times. TJ Friedl drew three walks, and Elly De La Cruz delivered a clutch RBI single to give the Reds a lead they never surrendered. Andrew Abbott continued his All-Star form, tossing six strong innings and allowing just two runs. The bullp...

The Cincinnati Reds took care of business Friday night at Great American Ball Park, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-2. Elly De La Cruz led the way offensively with a four-hit night, while TJ Friedl and Tyler Stephenson each launched home runs to fuel the scoring. Nick Martinez gave the Reds five strong innings on the mound, setting the tone before the bullpen came in and tossed four shutout frames...

The Cincinnati Reds face crucial decisions as the trade deadline approaches. Jeff and Steve of Locked On Reds argue for aggressive moves, suggesting potential trades for Eugenio Suárez or multiple smaller deals to bolster the team's playoff chances. They analyze the risks and rewards of trading prospects like Edwin Arroyo for established talent, drawing parallels to past trades such as Johnny Cuet...

The Cincinnati Reds eye a potential game-changing trade for Eugenio Suárez from the Arizona Diamondbacks. This rumored deal could significantly boost the Reds' lineup, providing protection for rising star Elly De La Cruz. Jeff Carr and Steve Offenbaker analyze the trade package, including prospects like Chase Petty and Edwin Arroyo, and discuss Suárez's impressive .252/.325/.593 slash line with 36...

The Cincinnati Reds bounced back in a big way on Wednesday, defeating the Washington Nationals 5-0 at Nationals Park. Nick Lodolo was dominant on the mound, throwing a complete game shutout with eight strikeouts and allowing just four hits. Jake Fraley stayed hot at the plate, collecting two more hits, including an RBI single that scored Elly De La Cruz after a stolen base. The Reds wrapped up the...

The Cincinnati Reds face a crucial decision at the MLB trade deadline. Should they buy or sell? Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker dissect the team's inconsistent performance and playoff chances. The hosts debate building for 2026 success or searching for 2025 help, emphasizing accountability in the front office. They explore potential trade targets like Ramón Laureano and Josh Bell, weighing the imp...

The Cincinnati Reds fell 6-1 to the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night despite racking up 10 hits, including a perfect 4-for-4 night from Gavin Lux. Rookie starter Chase Burns flashed his electric stuff with 10 strikeouts, but some costly mistakes led to five earned runs and ultimately doomed his outing. The Reds were unable to capitalize on their offensive opportunities, stranding multiple run...

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Washington Nationals 10-8 on Monday night in a tough battle at Nationals Park. Starter Brady Singer struggled, allowing seven earned runs in just 2.1 innings, forcing the Reds to lean heavily on their bullpen to get through the game. Despite the early deficit, the Reds showed fight, clawing back from a 7-0 hole but never managing to take the lead. Cincinnati’s offen...

Our panel analyzes current MLB playoff contenders and debate trade deadline strategies for bubble teams, questioning why some squads sell when they're just games out of contention. Who has what it takes to make a deep run in October? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Supply House Join the TradeMaster program today at SupplyHouse.com/TM and start ordering plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplie...

The Cincinnati Reds face a crucial series against the Washington Nationals after a disappointing loss. Can they bounce back and stay in the wild card race? Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker analyze the team's performance, including Brady Singer's outing, and discuss the need for a momentum-shifting win streak. The hosts explore a potential trade for Eugenio Suárez, weighing the pros and cons of acqu...

The Cincinnati Reds secure a crucial series win against the New York Mets, boosting their momentum. Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr analyze the team's impressive performance, highlighting Emilio Pagán's clutch pitching and Tyler Stephenson's power surge. They dissect Brad Meador's trade deadline comments, offering insights on potential strategies to improve the roster. The hosts emphasize the impo...

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the New York Mets 3-2 on Sunday afternoon at Citi Field, narrowly missing a chance to complete the sweep. Despite the loss, the Reds played a solid all-around game but couldn’t deliver the big hit when it mattered most. Andrew Abbott followed up his All-Star appearance with six strong innings, keeping the Reds in it throughout. However, a controversial call involving Ho...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the New York Mets 5-2 on Saturday at Citi Field, securing their second straight win in the series. Jake Fraley paced the Reds offense with three hits, continuing his strong stretch at the plate. Tony Santillan was electric out of the bullpen, striking out the heart of the Mets lineup in a dominant inning of relief. New York made things interesting in the ninth, but Emi...

The Cincinnati Reds defeated the New York Mets 8-4 on Friday night at Citi Field, thanks to a big night from Austin Hays, who blasted two home runs and drew two walks. Matt McLain added to the offensive surge with a homer of his own as the Reds lineup stayed hot. Nick Lodolo turned in another strong outing, going 7 innings and allowing just 2 earned runs to keep the Mets in check. With the win, th...