Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Reds dominate New York Mets as Spencer Steer’s timely RBIs spark a decisive 7-2 win. Can the Reds turn this offensive breakout into sustained momentum and climb the NL Central standings? Tim Daniel spotlights Nick Lodolo’s most promising start of the season, key power surges from J.J. Bleday and Nathaniel Lowe, and the under-the-radar impact of Eugenio Suarez’s return to the lineup. Hea...

Cincinnati Reds shake up their roster as Eugenio Suarez returns and Ke'Bryan Hayes hits the IL, injecting new life into the lineup. With Caleb Ferguson rejoining the bullpen and Connor Phillips sent to AAA, the pitching staff gets a needed reset after recent volatility. Can these moves spark consistency both on the mound and at the plate?   Jeff and Steve dissect the Reds' evolving rotation, highl...

Cincinnati Reds stun St. Louis Cardinals with Blake Dunn’s walk-off heroics, reigniting hope in the NL Central race. Can this momentum spark a division surge for the Reds? Tim Daniel breaks down the dramatic doubleheader, spotlighting Chase Petty’s promising start and Elly De La Cruz’s electric two-hit, three-RBI night. Key topics include bullpen struggles, Tony Santillan’s puzzling slump, and the...

Cincinnati Reds face a daunting test against the surging St. Louis Cardinals, exposing cracks in both their pitching depth and their “draft and develop” philosophy. Can Sal Stewart’s hot bat and Spencer Steer’s breakout potential propel the Reds past unfavorable matchups, or will Terry Francona’s roster decisions and a shaky rotation—featuring Brady Singer, Chris Paddack, and Nick Lodolo—leave Cin...

Cincinnati Reds outduel the Philadelphia Phillies, seizing two out of three in the “Kyle Schwarber Memorial Bowl” behind Chase Burns’ dominant pitching and Sal Stewart’s breakout at the plate. Can the Reds’ gritty core keep them in the NL Central hunt despite bullpen turbulence and key injuries on both sides?   Jeff and Connor spotlight pivotal moments from the series, including the Phillies’ rota...

Sal Stewart’s emergence has given the Cincinnati Reds lineup a reliable everyday anchor. With elite barrels, quality plate discipline, and consistent production, Stewart is proving he’s not just a future star—he’s a cornerstone right now. The show breaks down why Elly De La Cruz’s newfound consistency makes him a legitimate force, Chase Burns is flashing ace potential in the rotation, and Spencer...

Cincinnati Reds surge past the Philadelphia Phillies as Sal Stewart's career day sparks hope for a turnaround. Can Stewart’s four-hit explosion and renewed bottom-of-the-order production ignite a sustained Reds offensive revival? Tim Daniel unpacks the Reds’ 9-4 victory, spotlighting Stewart’s resurgence, standout contributions from Blake Dunn, Will Benson, and PJ Higgins, and Andrew Abbott’s stea...

Cincinnati Reds face a pivotal decision as Chase Burns dominates yet again—will the front office protect their new ace for an October run, or risk burning him out by season’s end? With a sub-2.00 ERA and electric stuff, Burns is already the top arm in the Reds rotation, but a smart plan to manage his innings could make or break the team's postseason hopes.   Steve and Jeff dissect Burns’ workload,...

Cincinnati Reds silence Philadelphia Phillies as Chase Burns dominates on the mound—could he be bound for a starring role in the All-Star Game? Burns dazzles with nine strikeouts over six innings, lowering his ERA to 1.83 and fueling talk of Cy Young contention, while the bullpen shines to secure the 4-1 victory. Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ standout win, spotlighting Tyler Stephenson’s on-bas...

Cincinnati Reds’ May slump raises big questions—are they just cold, or is this the real Reds? Tyler Stephenson’s struggles are dissected, while Ke'Bryan Hayes and TJ Friedl look lost at the plate. Could a bold move like promoting Edwin Arroyo and sending Friedl to Louisville jumpstart the offense?   Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr break down who can still be trusted in the lineup and bullpen, spot...

Cincinnati Reds’ bullpen woes strike again as they surrender a lead and fall 5-4 to the Philadelphia Phillies. Can the Reds find answers before their season slips away? Tim Daniel breaks down the heartbreaking loss, questioning managerial decisions and spotlighting the ongoing bullpen crisis that’s become a nightly frustration for Reds fans. Key highlights include Nick Lodolo’s promising performan...

Cincinnati Reds’ pitching collapse exposes the team’s playoff hopes—can rising stars bail them out? Jeff Carr spotlights Brady Singer’s alarming struggles and a bullpen reeling from inconsistency, challenging last year’s dominant form. As the rotation limps and Luis Mey is sent down, pressure mounts on Nick Lodolo and Andrew Abbott to lead a turnaround. Are the Reds stuck waiting for internal fixe...

Cincinnati Reds unravel as Brady Singer surrenders three home runs in a crushing 10-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. Can the Reds recover with pitching woes mounting and offense sputtering with runners in scoring position? Tim Daniel breaks down Singer’s rough outing, ongoing bullpen struggles, and the Reds’ inability to capitalize on key scoring opportunities—issues that threaten to derail thei...

Cincinnati Reds bullpen collapses, surrendering five runs in a 7-4 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. After Chris Paddack’s solid debut kept the game close, the Reds’ relievers—Luis Mey, Sam Moll, Pierce Johnson, and Connor Phillips—struggled with control, issuing five costly walks and failing to protect a late lead. Is this bullpen meltdown a sign of deeper problems in Cincinnati, or can the rotati...

Cincinnati Reds outlast Cleveland Guardians in a thrilling 7-6 Ohio Cup opener, with TJ Antone notching his long-awaited big league save. Are the Reds finding their groove at the perfect time? Matt McLain launches a homer and shines with pivotal plays, while J.J. Bleday continues to surge, making a strong case for National League Player of the Week with multi-hit performances. Host Speaker A break...

The Cincinnati Reds’ face mounting doubters for 2026 season. With the Reds pitching staff hitting crisis mode—can Chase Burns become the ace sooner than expected? Former Reds  reliever Mike Stanton joins Jeff and Steve to break down the team’s pitching turmoil, from Tony Santillan’s alarming slump to the relentless grind facing the bullpen. With major injuries and a depleted rotation, the spotligh...

Cincinnati Reds clobber Washington Nationals 15-1 as Elly De La Cruz’s hot streak electrifies fans. Can the Reds finally find consistency behind their emerging stars and dominant pitching? Tim Daniel recaps the Reds’ explosive offensive showcase, spotlighting J.J. Bleday’s two home runs and Chase Burns’ ace-level performance on the mound. Key discussions include the team’s identity struggles, the...

Cincinnati Reds’ season is wavering as the team drops 10 of 12 games, hounded by pitching woes and offensive slumps. With Elly De La Cruz blazing but left stranded by lack of lineup support, is Terry Francona’s latest batting order shakeup enough to ignite a turnaround? Meanwhile, Nick Lodolo’s struggles, Tony Santillan’s brutal run, and a bullpen collapsing under wild walks put the Reds’ pitching...

Cincinnati Reds collapse after a 5-0 lead, falling to the Washington Nationals in extra innings. Can this team recover from a disastrous losing streak, or are deeper issues at play? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ latest heartbreak, spotlighting Tyler Stephenson’s grand slam and Matt McLain’s clutch ninth-inning double as silver linings on an otherwise frustrating night. The discussion digs into...

Cincinnati Reds race to patch up a battered rotation by signing Chris Paddack after a wave of pitching injuries leaves the staff in crisis mode. Can Paddack, fresh off being cut by the Marlins and sporting a 7.63 ERA, stabilize a group that’s lost Rhett Lowder and seen Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo, and Andrew Abbott struggle to stay healthy or effective?   Jeff Carr breaks down the urgency behind Ni...

Cincinnati Reds’ playoff ambitions are on shaky ground as Terry Francona’s loyalty-driven lineup decisions spark controversy. Can the Reds afford to keep running out Ke'Bryan Hayes and TJ Friedl despite their season-long struggles? Jeff and Steve call for bold changes, pushing for Nate Lowe and Dane Myers to get more starts as the team’s on-base percentage woes mount, while questioning Nick Krall’...

Cincinnati Reds unravel against the Washington Nationals as the bullpen struggles and the lineup concerns take center stage. Can Terry Francona’s loyalty to slumping players like TJ Friedl and Ke'Bryan Hayes be justified, or are lineup changes on the horizon to salvage the Reds’ season? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ 10-4 blowout loss, spotlighting JJ Bleday’s late-game production and Nathaniel...

Cincinnati Reds face mounting pitching woes as Chase Petty suffers a blister setback and Rhett Lowder lands on the IL. Is Eric Lauer—recently DFA’d by the Toronto Blue Jays—the stopgap answer Nick Krall needs to call about? Steve and Jeff debate the Reds’ options, from a risky bullpen day to a high-upside trade for Lauer, and break down the true cost and impact compared to AAA names like Davis Dan...

Cincinnati Reds snap their losing streak and shake up the NL Central race with a bold lineup change and a crucial series win over the Houston Astros. Terry Francona finally rearranges the batting order—featuring Will Benson, Spencer Steer, and Elly De La Cruz in new roles—while overcoming criticism about being too loyal to slumping hitters. The discussion spotlights De La Cruz’s quiet emergence as...

Cincinnati Reds pick up their second straight win with a dominant 5-0 shutout over the Houston Astros. Has Andrew Abbott rediscovered his All-Star form just in time to spark a Reds turnaround? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds' emphatic series win at Great American Ball Park, spotlighting Andrew Abbott’s six innings of shutout baseball and big days at the plate from Elly De La Cruz and Spencer Steer...