Locked On Rays- Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Rays

Ulises Sambrano & Kevin Weiss highlights Griffin Jax’s much-needed bounce-back start and Ben Williamson’s breakout season, while scrutinizing dwindling run support and the impact of key injuries to Jake Fraley and Johnny DeLuca. 

The episode also spotlights the evolving dynamic in the Rays TV booth with Andy Freed and Brian Anderson, who bring fresh, educational insights to each broadcast. With a tough series against the Boston Red Sox looming and Taylor Walls’ role under the microscope, the Rays’ playoff hopes face a serious test—will they find enough offense to stay atop the division?

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The Rays lose the final game of the series to the Marlins 4-1. It was yet another pitching duel for the first 5 innings. Rays starter Griffin Jax enjoyed a nice bounce back start. He threw 5 scoreless innings striking out 4 batters along the way. The Rays got their only run of the day off a RBI single by Yandy Diaz in the 3rd inning to make it 1-0. The Rays started to fall apart in the 6th inning. After a walk the Marlins added a RBI triple then a sac fly to take the lead. The Rays defense would let...

The Rays lose the middle game of the series to the Marlins 4-3. No team was able to put up runs for the first 4 innings as Rays starter Shane McClanahan was in a grove to start. He finally had a slip up when he allowed a solo homer in the 5th inning to make it 1-0. That is when things started to slip for the Rays The Marlins would add another run in  the 5th then 2 more in the 6th to make it 4-0. The Rays had a great chance in the 5th inning to cut into the lead b...

Tampa Bay Rays’ starting rotation faces a reality check as regression hits hard—can Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez, and Steven Matz right the ship before the season spirals? Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss break down the recent struggles, focusing on alarming earned run averages, potential role changes for Matz, and the emergence of prospects Joe Boyle and Brody Hopkins as possible solutions in the Rays’ bullpen.

Ryan Vilade’s breakout 2026 campaign—highlighted by clutch hitting and hustle—raises hopes, but can he adjust to major league fastballs and avoid a sophomore slump? The hosts debate the growing trend of pos...

The Rays beat up on the Marlins, beating them 6-0. The Rays were led by one of the best starts of Drew Rasmussens career. He went 7 IP only allowing 1 hit and striking out 9. The Rays got off to a fast start in the 1st inning. Richie Palacious ripped a  RBI triple to give the Rays a 2-0 lead. Ryan Vilade followed that up with a RBI single to make it 3-0. The Rays kept adding on in the 5th with a RBI single by Jonathan Aranda to make it 4-0. Cedric Mullins continued his strong play belting a solo h...

Tampa Bay Rays’ midseason slump raises questions: Can their dynamic lineup and innovative pitching reboot secure an AL East crown, or will bullpen fatigue and stadium uncertainty derail a World Series run?

Host Sully and Ulises Sambrano break down the Rays’ recent struggles at Tropicana Field, the pivotal role of Shane McClanahan, and the pressing need for late-inning bullpen arms. Trade deadline buzz centers on targets like Luis Arraez and a potential Brandon Lowe reunion to boost the offense behind Junior Caminero, Yandy Díaz, and Jonathan Aranda. The conversation tackles Aaron Judge’s impact on the Yankees...

Tampa Bay Rays’ new stadium in Tampa may not materialize as property tax legislation casts serious doubt on the project’s funding. Can the Rays secure nearly $1 billion in local financing amid growing government uncertainty—and growing competition with the Buccaneers for public dollars? We break down how upcoming November ballots, tough city council votes, and state politics could send the Rays searching for alternatives, possibly even outside Florida.

All-Star voting heats up as Jonathan Aranda, Junior Caminero, and Yandy Díaz emerge as top candidates to represent the Rays, but stiff American League competition could limit Tampa B...

The Rays get swept by the Tigers, losing 7-2 in the series final. It was another slow start for the Rays. For the 3rd straight game the Rays found themselves down after the first inning. But the Rays would answer on a Yandy Diaz RBI single to tie the game at 1. The Tigers would add another run in the 2nd inning to make it 2-1. Then Cedric Mullins belted a solo homer to tie it at 2. That would be the last the offense would muster. The game got broken open in the 4th inning on a 3 run homer by...

The Rays lose again to the Tigers, this time 8-0. It was another disastrous start for the Rays. Rays pitcher Steven Matz allowed 2 runs in the 1st inning then 3 in the 2nd and it was 5-0 just like that. Matz only managed to go 1.1 IP allowing those 5 runs. The Tigers would not be done there, they would add 2 more in the 6th and 1 in the 7th to make it 8-0. The Rays had their chances to get back in the game. They had runners in scoring position in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th innings but could not come up...

Tampa Bay Rays showcase grit but fall just short in a wild 10-9 loss to the struggling Detroit Tigers. Can this resilient Rays squad turn close calls into momentum as trade season heats up? 

Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the high-scoring showdown, spotlighting clutch moments from Junior Caminero and Ryan Vilade. The hosts debate the impact of Chandler Simpson and Taylor Walls’ injuries, question the bullpen’s reliability, and highlight the critical role of defense at Tropicana Field.

Trade rumors swirl as the MLB deadline approaches, with names like Tarik Skubal and Mason Mille...

The Rays pick up a tough 10-9 loss to the Tigers. The Rays got off to a horrid start. Rays starter Griffin Jax gave up 2 runs in the 1st then 4 in the 3rd. In that 3rd inning the Tigers hit Back to Back to Back homers to make it 6-0. The Rays would get 2 back in the 4th inning off a 2 run Junior Caminero homer which made it 6-2. But the Tigers would get those 2 runs back in the 5th and the 6th with a solo homer in each inning which made it 8-2. The Rays would not go...

Tampa Bay Rays secure their sixth straight home series win behind standout performances from Shane McClanahan and Jonathan Aranda. Can the Rays' resilience carry them through a mounting injury crisis and shaky bullpen depth?

Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down McClanahan’s maturation on the mound and Aranda’s emergence as a quietly essential hitter, raising questions about contract extensions and lineup stability. The conversation turns to Victor Mesa Jr.’s surprising contributions, the impact of injuries to Gavin Lux, Jake Fraley, and Johnny DeLuca, and the tough realities of Tropicana Field’s turf. With bullpen arms lik...

The Rays knock off the Angels 5-2 to win the series. The Rays for the 3rd straight game got a homer in the first inning. This time it was off the bat of Jonathan Aranda who launched a homer to make it 1-0. The Angels would get that run back in the 2nd to tie the game at 1. But the Rays would add 2 runs in the 3rd inning highlighted by a RBI single by Victor Mesa Jr which made the game 3-1. The score would remain the same until the 7th inning when the Angels hit a solo homer...

The Rays drop the middle game of the series 14-3 to the Angels. It was a disaster from the start for the Rays. Drew Rasmussen, who has been fantastic this season, stumbled out of the gate. He gave up a Grand Slam in the first inning to give the Angels a 4-0 lead. Yandy Diaz hit a lead off homer for the 2nd straight game which made it 4-1. But the Rays stranded the bases loaded in the first to keep the score 4-1. That was one of two times during the game where the Rays left the bases...

The Rays bounce back and beat the Angels 8-5. The Rays got off to a quick start. Yandy Diaz hit a lead off homer to give the Rays a 1-0 lead. The Rays offense would sputter for a majority of the game until the 7th inning. After the Angels tacked on 2 runs to make the score 2-1 the Rays would blow the game open. It started with a Yandy Diaz 2 run homer to make it 3-2. Then Jonathan Aranda hit a solo shot to make it 4-2. Richie Palacious laced a 2 RBI triple to cap off a  7 run 7th i...

Tampa Bay Rays hit a rough patch with a four-game losing streak, leaving fans to question: Is this just a midseason slump or the start of bigger problems? Channel 10 WTSP Sports Director Evan Closky joins the show to break down the Rays’ latest struggles, assessing the impact of injuries to key players like Jake Fraley and Johnny DeLuca, recurring issues with runners in scoring position, and what needs to change as the team returns to Tropicana Field for a pivotal series against the struggling Los Angeles Angels.

The conversation zeroes in on Craig Kimbrel’s arrival in Tamp...

Tampa Bay Rays land Craig Kimbrel after Mets DFA—can his veteran presence ignite the bullpen and reverse a troubling losing streak? Kevin Weiss spotlights Kimbrel’s debut, the state of Tampa Bay’s pitching staff amid mounting injuries, and what Kimbrel’s Hall of Fame credentials could mean for the Rays’ late-season aspirations.

Key topics include the long-term outlook for the Rays’ offensive core: Should the team prioritize extending Chandler Simpson, Junior Caminero, or Jonathan Aranda? Plus, go behind the scenes of Tropicana Field with details on stadium tours, hidden insights from dugout scouting reports, and what fans ca...

The Rays lose their 4th game in a row as they get destroyed by the Orioles 11-2. This game was a disaster from the beginning. Steven Matz started for the Rays and allowed 3 runs before he recored an out. That was apart of a 5 run first inning for the Orioles which made it 5-0. It would not get any better for the Rays. After they could not cash in with bases loaded in the 3rd inning, the Orioles would add more runs. They added 1 in the bottom of the 3rd then another 2 in the 5th to make it 8-0...

The Rays lose their 3rd straight game, losing to the Orioles 6-1. The Rays got off to a quick start. Jonathan Aranda lined a RBI single in the 1st inning to give the Rays a 1-0 lead. It was all down hill from their. The Orioles added 3 runs in the 2nd helped by Rays errors. The game remained 3-1 until the 5th when the Orioles belted a 3 run homer that made it 3-1. The Rays offense had multiple chances to get the game close and could not come up with the big hit. This game did mark the debut...

The Rays lose a marathon game to the Orioles 9-7. You would not be able to tell by the score but this was a pitchers duel for the first 7 innings of the game. The lone run came in the 6th inning off a Jonathan Aranda homer that made it 1-0. The Orioles added 2 runs in the 7th backed by the Rays sloppy play to make it 2-1. Richie Palacious came up with another big hit in the top of the 8th to tie the game at 2. The game would go into extras with neither team scoring in the 10th...

Tampa Bay Rays miss out on a sweep as Junior Caminero’s costly base-running error and Kevin Kelly’s late-inning struggles open the door for Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees to snatch a 2–0 win. Is this a sign of trouble, or just a bump in the road for the AL East leaders?

Kevin Weiss breaks down the Rays’ team-wide performance, spotlighting Drew Rasmussen’s dominant seven-inning gem and the mounting pressure from a growing injury list. The show covers Victor Mesa Jr.’s call-up, the struggles of Carson Williams on the bases, and Cedric Mullins’ resurgence at...

he Rays drop the final game of the series 2-0 to the Yankees. The Rays offense could get nothing going off Yankees starter Ryan Weathers. The best chance the offense had to score was in the top of the 8th inning. Ryan Vilade hit what should have been a go ahead RBI single. But bad base running by Junior Caminero ruined that chance. Drew Rasmussen put together one of the best starts of his career. He went 7 IP for the first time in 3 years did not allow any runs and struck out 6 batters. The game remained a 0-0 tie...

The Rays continue to win, beating the Yankees 4-2. The Rays offense showed no life for the first 7 innings. Yankees starter Garrit Cole pitched 6 scoreless innings in his season debut. But the Bats would come alive in the 8th inning. After Simpson reached on an error and Junior singled the Rays had 1st and 3rd no one out. That is when the AL RBI leader came up and laced a RBI double to make it 1-1. Richie Palacious then hit a 2 run single up the middle to make it 3-1. Ryan Vilade hit a sac fly for the final...

Tampa Bay Rays storm into the Bronx riding a red-hot 21-4 surge, raising the stakes against the New York Yankees in a pivotal AL East showdown. Can Yandy Díaz, Junior Caminero, and Jonathan Aranda keep the Rays atop the standings, or will Gerrit Cole’s season debut throw a wrench in their momentum? With elite contact rates, stellar pitching led by Nick Martinez and Shane McClanahan, and a brand of baseball built on resilience and versatility, the Rays look to make a statement: the East is theirs to lose.

Ulises Sambrano breaks down the must-watch pitching mat...

Tampa Bay Rays’ catchers Nick Fortes and Hunter Feduccia are finally answering the call at the plate, shattering a long-standing tradition of light offensive production behind the dish. Can this surprise surge turn the catching position from a weakness into an asset for a team dominating the AL East? Ulises Sambrano spotlights key stats, candidly compares Fortes and Feduccia to past Rays catchers, and ponders what steady backstop offense could mean for a club eyeing a deep postseason run.

Stadium drama heats up as the Rays’ proposed move to a new Tampa ballpark clears another political hurdle, with...

Tampa Bay Rays sweep the Baltimore Orioles and continue their dominant run, staking their claim as MLB’s best. Can this revamped roster maintain momentum with the New York Yankees looming? Ulises Sambrano breaks down the Rays’ electric series win, spotlighting clutch performances from Jonathan Aranda, Richie Palacios, and a resilient bullpen. The episode features hot streaks, impressive small ball tactics—including bunting heroics from Cedric Mullins—and the latest on Yandy Díaz’s health and key IL updates.

In-depth coverage explores Richie Palacios’ and Cedric Mullins’ drastic turnarounds, the impact of Steven Matz’s return from injury, and...

The Rays comeback to beat the Orioles 5-3. It was a pitchers duel for the first 5 IP of this game. Each team only scratching across one run each. The Rays run came off a the first career home run by Hunter Fedducia in the 2nd inning which made it 1-0. The Orioles added their run in the top of the 3rd to tie the game at 1. The game remained tied until the 6th inning. In the 6th the Orioles smacked 2 homers to take a 3-1 lead. The Rays offense looked dead until the 8th inning. With 2 outs Jonathan Aranda...

The Rays win their 8th straight series, beating the Orioles 4-1. For the first time in a long time the Rays did not score first. That honor belonged to Taylor Ward of the Orioles who blasted a solo homer on the 2nd pitch of the game to make it 1-0. Rays started Griffin Jax shut it down after that. He finished going 5 IP striking out 6 and only allowing the 1 run. The Rays got the run right back in the bottom of the 1st. Yandy Diaz roped a RBI double to tie the game. The game remained tied until the 6...

Mike Stanton shares stories from his 19-year MLB career—facing legends like Bernie Williams and Bobby Abreu, the evolution of analytics, and hard-earned advice for young pitchers entering today’s game.

Can the Rays' blend of savvy management and relentless execution rewrite this MLB season’s script?

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The Rays put up their season high in runs, beating the orioles 16-6. The Rays offense dominated from the jump. Their first big inning was in the 2nd inning where they put up 5 runs to take control of the game. In that 2nd inning both Yandy Diaz and Junior Caminero hit a pair of RBI singles. The Rays put up another 2 runs in the 4th highlighted by a Ryan Vilade RBI triple that made it 8-1. The Rays put up another 4 runs in the bottom of the 5th highlighted by a 3 run homer by Junior Caminero that made it 12...

Tampa Bay Rays defy MLB expectations with a gritty, unique approach—can their underdog mentality carry them to a deep postseason run? Three-time World Series champ and 1,000-game reliever Mike Stanton joins Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss to spotlight Rays' resilience, bullpen strategy, and surprising dominance in the AL East despite powerhouse rivals like the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. The conversation covers Rays’ innovative use of their bullpen, insights into reliever mentality, and clubhouse chemistry’s impact on winning.

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The Rays win another series, beating the Marins 6-3. The Rays once again got off to a quick start. Junior Caminero launched a solo homer in the 1st to make it 1-0. But the Rays found themselves trailing 2-1 after the 3rd inning after the Marlins scored 2 runs. But the Rays would respond in a big way in the 4th inning. Taylor Walls smoked a bases clearing triple that made it 4-2. The Rays added more runs in the 5th and the 6th highlighted by a Yandy Diaz solo homer that made it 6-2. The Marlins would add a...

The Rays lose 10-5 in extras to the Marlins. It was a pitchers duel for the first 7 innings. Nick Martinez started for the Rays and was fantastic once again. He went 6 IP striking out 4 not allowing any runs. The Marlins countered with Sandy Alacantra who went 6 innings himself not allowing any earned runs. The Rays did scratch across a run in the 3rd on a Chandler Simpson RBI single that made it 1-0. That score held until the 7th innings. The Marlins would blast a homer in the 7th to tie it and a RBI double in the 9th...

Tampa Bay Rays secure a major milestone as a new ballpark in Tampa moves closer to reality. Can this historic memorandum of understanding with Hillsborough County finally guarantee the Rays’ long-term future in Florida?

Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down the stadium proposal, public funding debates, and what it means for the Rays’ potential to keep star players and chase a World Series title. The hosts preview key series vs. the Miami Marlins, spotlighting potential threats like Sandy Alcantara and red-hot Liam Hicks, while weighing the sting of trading away productive talents like Xavier Edwards. Plus, test...

The Rays blast the Marlins 7-2. The Rays got out to a blazing start. Yandy Diaz lined a 2 run homer in the 1st inning that made it 2-0. The Marlins would answer back in the 2nd with a solo homer of their own to make it 2-1. But the Rays would respond right back in the bottom of the 2nd with a big inning. It started with a Hunter Feduccia sac fly to make it 3-1. Then Taylor Walls got another run home to double the Rays score to 4-1. The Rays kept adding runs in the 4th with...

Tampa Bay Rays' bullpen collapse sparks questions about front office decisions—was Erik Neander to blame for the walk-off loss against the Toronto Blue Jays?

Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss break down the shocking choice to pitch Aaron Brooks, dissecting missed opportunities with stronger AAA options like Evan Reifert and Kodi Whitley, and examine the long-term need for reliable veteran relief help. With bullpen fatigue looming, are the Rays’ playoff hopes at risk if roster depth isn’t addressed?

Meanwhile, Yandy Díaz’s offensive brilliance puts him in the conversation for Mount Rushmore status in Rays h...

The Rays get walked off, losing to the  Blue Jays 5-3. It was a pitchers duel for the first 6 innings. Griffin Jax started for the Rays and went 5 strong innings not allowing any runs. The Blue Jays countered with Dylan Cease who went 7 IP only giving up 1 run. That one run came off the bat of Richie Palacious who ripped a RBI single in the 7th which made it 1-0. The Blue Jays would answer back in the 8th inning to tie the game at 1. The Rays had chances in the 8th and 9th inning to extend their lead b...

Tampa Bay Rays stun the Toronto Blue Jays as Taylor Walls delivers a clutch two-run single, proving the Rays’ resilience to the very last out. With Shane McClanahan extending his dominant scoreless streak and pitching like a true AL Comeback Player of the Year candidate, the Rays refuse to back down—even when a 5-0 lead slips away late. Can this clutch factor fuel a division-title run?

Hosts Ulises Sambrano and Kevin Weiss break down McClanahan’s evolving arsenal, All-Star potential, and the bullpen’s role in nail-biters like this. Trade rumor buzz heats up: could Brandon Lowe or...

The Rays find a way to hang on. Beating the Blue Jays 7-6 in extras. The Rays got off to a blazing start once again. It started with a Jonny DeLuca RBI double in the 1st that gave the Rays the lead. The Cedric Mullins looped a 2 RBI single in the 3rd which made it 3-0. The Rays would extend their lead in the 6th on a Taylor Walls run which made it 4-0. Then Ryan Vilade ripped a solo homer in the 7th which made it 5-0. Then everything fell apart for the Rays in the bottom of...

Tampa Bay Rays extend their AL East dominance with relentless offense and smart situational hitting. Can this high-energy squad maintain playoff momentum and shock the league with a deep run?

Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano break down how Junior Caminero and Jonathan Aranda fueled a first-inning surge against the Blue Jays, exploiting Kevin Gausman's splitter en route to a statement win. The conversation spotlights the Rays’ shift to speed and contact, Chandler Simpson's game-changing baserunning, and Richie Palacios’ bottom-of-the-order impact.

Topics include Tampa Bay’s league-best strikeout rates, evolving offensive philosophy, and the importance of stacki...