Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays

Locked On Rays podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for the Tampa Bay Rays and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano, the Locked On Rays podcast provides your daily Rays fix from the eyes of a fan and journalist who give you expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Rays franchise while you enjoy your morning coffee. Locked On Rays takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Rays locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Rays podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. RAYS POSTCAST: Tampa Bay Rays pick up a GET RIGHT win vs the Kansas City Royals

    9 hrs ago

    RAYS POSTCAST: Tampa Bay Rays pick up a GET RIGHT win vs the Kansas City Royals

    The Rays pick up a much needed win, beating the Royals 5-3. The Rays for the first time in awhile struck first. Ryan Vilade had a RBI fielders choice which led to a Royals error which made the game 2-0. Jonathan Aranda followed that up with a RBI single which made it 3-0 in the 3rd inning. The Rays would break the game open in the 4th inning. Yandy Diaz ripped a RBI single to make it 4-0. Jonny DeLuca added a RBI double to make it 5-0. Some Rays miscues caused the Royals to pick up 2 runs in the 5th which made it 5-2. The Royals would add 1 in the 9th to make it 5-3. But the Rays would hold on for the win. Rays starter Griffin Jax was stellar once again. He went 5 IP striking out 7 and not allowing any earned runs. The Rays picked up a much needed win after dropping the first two games of the series. The Rays will look for a series split tomorrow afternoon.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.   Nutrafol Find out why Nutrafol is the only hair growth supplement brand trusted by MLB. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast   HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.comLOCKEDONMLB   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    18 min
  2. Tampa Bay Rays’ CLUNKER Defeat and Losing Stretch IGNITE Batting Order Confusion

    13 hrs ago

    Tampa Bay Rays’ CLUNKER Defeat and Losing Stretch IGNITE Batting Order Confusion

    Tampa Bay Rays’ playoff hopes hang in the balance as another lineup shuffle falls flat. Can moving Junior Caminero back up the batting order ignite the offense before it’s too late? Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss break down the Rays’ alarming offensive slide, revealing why heavy reliance on Yandy Díaz, Jonathan Aranda, and Caminero isn’t enough. With the team ranking 29th in home runs and struggling to score, should the Rays embrace small ball or seek an outside bat before the trade deadline? All-Star voting heats up as Junior Caminero fights for the starting third base spot, while George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. benefit from Toronto’s voting power. The hosts discuss Drew Rasmussen’s All-Star chances, bullpen surprises like Bryan Baker, and whether team management or roster limitations are to blame for the Rays’ current mediocrity. With a weak American League field, can Tampa Bay still sneak into the playoffs, or is a major shakeup unavoidable? 00:00 — Rays Lineup Frustrations 08:27 — Offensive Struggles Analyzed 24:36 — All-Star Voting Update Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonrays.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Cash App Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/2ut33jnc #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa®️ Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https://5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #rays #tampabayrays #mlb Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  3. RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays GET HAMMERED by the Kansas City Royals

    1d ago

    RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays GET HAMMERED by the Kansas City Royals

    The Rays get blown out by the Royals 12-5. It was a disaster right away for the Rays. Shane McClanahan gave up back to back homers in the 1st that made it 2-0. The Rays would get a run back in the bottom of the 1st on a Junior Caminero RBI single which made it 2-1. But the offense could not cash in on multiple RISP chances to keep the game close. The game remained until the 5th inning when the Royals put on another 4 runs helped by Rays mistakes defensively which made it 6-1. It would only get worse for the Rays in the 8th inning. The Royals would tack on another 5 runs to make it an embarrassing 11-1. Both teams added runs in the last inning but the game was decided well before then. Nothing seems to be going right for the Rays as they will get another opportunity to turn things around tomorrow night vs the Royals.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.   Nutrafol Find out why Nutrafol is the only hair growth supplement brand trusted by MLB. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast   HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.comLOCKEDONMLB   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min
  4. Tampa Bay Rays Must FIX Bats After Another One-Run Loss; Yandy Diaz Hits Milestone

    1d ago

    Tampa Bay Rays Must FIX Bats After Another One-Run Loss; Yandy Diaz Hits Milestone

    Tampa Bay Rays’ offense sputters in another one-run loss, raising big questions about their playoff aspirations as the MLB trade deadline looms. Can Yandy Díaz’s historic surge and consistent bat be enough to spark a turnaround, or will the front office have to chase much-needed pop for the lineup? The conversation focused on Michael Wacha’s vintage performance, Drew Rasmussen’s wasted gem, and the Rays’ struggles with runners in scoring position. One concept discussed was lineup construction, including whether moving Junior Caminero up could jumpstart production. A key theme that emerged was Díaz’s rise up the franchise RBI leaderboard and his potential for another batting title. The discussion explored trade possibilities, the need to manufacture runs, and the critical importance of the Rays’ ongoing 10-game homestand against the Royals. Several points were raised, including roster injuries for Kansas City and the pressure for Tampa Bay to capitalize and stay in the AL East chase. 00:00 Rays' One-Run Losses 9:49 Yandy Diaz Milestone 20:30 Royals Series Preview Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonrays.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Cash App Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/2ut33jnc #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa®️ Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https://5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min
  5. RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays suffer ANOTHER FRUSTRATING loss vs the Kansas City Royals

    2d ago

    RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays suffer ANOTHER FRUSTRATING loss vs the Kansas City Royals

    The Rays come up short again, losing to the Royals 2-1. It continues to be the same story for the Rays in losses. The Rays did not record a hit with RISP going 0-7. Their lone run came off a RBI double from Yandy Diaz which made the game 2-1. Drew Rasmussen started for the Rays and was solid once again. He went 6 IP striking out 5 and only allowing 2 runs. The Rays have now lost 9 of their last 10 1 run games as they continue to struggle in the month of June. The Rays will have a chance to tie up the series tomorrow night vs the Royals.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.   Nutrafol Find out why Nutrafol is the only hair growth supplement brand trusted by MLB. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast   HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.comLOCKEDONMLB   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 min
  6. Tampa Bay Rays BARELY SURVIVE the Washington Nationals

    2d ago

    Tampa Bay Rays BARELY SURVIVE the Washington Nationals

    Tampa Bay Rays edge out the Washington Nationals with Johnny DeLuca’s electrifying return, shaking up the outfield puzzle. Could his powerful performance finally shift the lineup balance—and what does it mean for struggling veteran Cedric Mullins? Kevin Weiss spotlights DeLuca’s clutch homers and base-stealing dynamism, while breaking down bullpen strategy decisions from Kevin Cash and the ongoing quest for consistency at Tropicana Field. Key topics include the Rays’ tense one-run victories, Junior Caminero’s costly baserunning gaffe, and the team’s playoff positioning. Kevin Weiss also explores whether MLB should adopt soccer's player loan system—raising the question: which Rays prospect would benefit most from a loan opportunity? Plus, with a soft schedule ahead, can Tampa Bay seize their chance to climb the AL East standings? Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonrays.supercast.com FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min
  7. RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays COMEBACK for MAJOR win vs the Washington Nationals

    3d ago

    RAYS POSTCAST: The Tampa Bay Rays COMEBACK for MAJOR win vs the Washington Nationals

    The Rays comeback to beat the Nats 4-3. The Rays found themselves trailing early once again. The Nats took the lead in the 3rd to make it 1-0. The Rays tied the game right back up in the bottom of the 3rd with a RBI double to make it 1-1. The Nationals would re take the lead in the 4th on a RBI double to make it 2-1. They would extend their lead in the 6th to make it 3-1. The Rays comeback started in the bottom of the 6th when Ryan Vilade demolished a 436ft homer to make it 3-2. But the even bigger swing would come off the bat of Jonny DeLuca. DeLuca laced a 2 run homer in the bottom of the 7th to give the Rays the lead. The Rays bullpen would shut it down from there to pick up a key series win. The Rays will continue a their 10 game home stand tomorrow against the Royals.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.   Nutrafol Find out why Nutrafol is the only hair growth supplement brand trusted by MLB. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB.   Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast   HIMS To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.comLOCKEDONMLB   KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.     Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    17 min
  8. Tampa Bay Rays COME BACK Home to Face SURPRISING Washington Nationals

    5d ago

    Tampa Bay Rays COME BACK Home to Face SURPRISING Washington Nationals

    Tampa Bay Rays brace for a surprisingly tough series as the resurgent Washington Nationals arrive with playoff aspirations and a dangerous lineup. Can the Rays capitalize on the Nationals’ vulnerable bullpen, or will Washington’s road-tested roster—featuring power bats like C.J. Abrams, James Wood, and the red-hot Curtis Mead—outslug Tampa Bay at Tropicana Field? Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss spotlight Mead’s breakout season, examining his improved plate discipline and the Nationals’ aggressive style on the bases. Hear analysis of key Rays pitching storylines, including Nick Martinez’s struggles, Griffin Jax’s blister concerns, and bullpen fatigue. Plus, the hosts explore why former Rays prospects thrive after leaving Tampa Bay and challenge listeners with Nationals franchise trivia and WAR stats. 00:00 Rays vs. Nationals Preview 10:30 Curtis Mead & X-Rays 25:36 Baseball Trivia & WAR Game Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonrays.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Cash App Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/2ut33jnc #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa®️ Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https://5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Nutrafol Find out why Nutrafol is the only hair growth supplement brand trusted by MLB. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit https://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min

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Locked On Rays podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for the Tampa Bay Rays and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano, the Locked On Rays podcast provides your daily Rays fix from the eyes of a fan and journalist who give you expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Rays franchise while you enjoy your morning coffee. Locked On Rays takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Rays locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Rays podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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