Locked On Reds

The Cincinnati Reds lost the series with the Boston Red Sox much like they have lost other series. There is a concerning trend forming with the 2024 Cincinnati Reds and Elly De La Cruz and company must right the ship in a hurry if they are going to take advantage of a weak National League Wild Card Race. Also, the Reds aren't the worst base running team, but they also aren't the best and there are numbers to prove it. And will Noelvi Marte be ready to return to the Reds or is that even the question to ask right now? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds are expected to be buyers at the trade deadline. Who could they go for? Their need in the outfield is clear, so that must be addressed if the Reds hope to stay in the playoff race the rest of the year. Which outfielder should Nick Krall target to help the Reds? Luis Robert should not be one of them. Also, what is the second-biggest need on this team? The answer for the Reds isn't as simple as which position is not performing. Could a current fan favorite be a trade chip to get an upgrade? Jeff and Steve take your questions and react to your takes about the Cincinnati Reds on this BONUS LIVE episode of Locked On Reds. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  

The Cincinnati Reds welcome the Boston Red Sox to town for the weekend. The pitching for the Reds and Red Sox has been on point this season, so this will be a good test for Andrew Abbott and Frankie Monte to match up with Cutter Crawford and Nick Pivetta. Gabby Hurlbut from Locked On Red Sox joins the show The Red Sox have hit collectively better, lately, while the Reds have been inconsistent. There are a few players to watch out for, Tyler Stephenson chief among them for the Reds. Also, look for some value over at FanDuel in the stolen base props as there will be a lot of speed in this series. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates finished their first series of the season with an epic pitcher's duel between Hunter Greene and Mitch Keller. This is just a taste of how the Reds - Pirates rivalry is evolving. Also, there were plenty of surprise performances in this three game series for the Reds and the Pirates. And both Cincinnati and Pittsburgh figure to be in the playoff conversation the rest of the season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Nick Lodolo shut down the Pittsburgh Pirates as the Cincinnati Reds won a one-run game. Lodolo showed why his changeup is the key to his next step and added to a resume that should get him to the All Star Game. Tyler Stephenson is still showing signs of a breakout, buy stock now. And there is a specific player the Reds should target in a trade as we head toward MLB Trade Deadline season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds are showing signs of life despite a three-game losing streak. The Reds are getting better performances from Elly De La Cruz, Jeimer Candelario, and the pitching has been on point. These past 22 games have shown multiple reasons to be optimistic. The loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday also showed some signs for concerns for Reds fans. The Reds can get one back on the Pirates against Bailey Falter tonight and Jeff will tell you why. We also look at what the Louisville Bats, Chattanooga Lookouts, Dayton Dragons, and Daytona Tortugas have on tap, including one 2023 draft pick that is soaring. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds lost in frustrating fashion as the Milwaukee Brewers took the eighth series in a row over the Reds. David Bell seems to be unbothered by this and that bothers Jeff and Steve. Which Reds player should be more frustrated about this loss between Frankie Montas, Elly De La Cruz, or Santiago Espinal? The bullpen decision Bell made in the sixth to replace Montas with Lucas Sims backfired almost immediately. There are four other guys Bell should have looked at there, including Fernando Cruz who was not considered because...reasons. Also, the Reds face Paul Skenes tonight, what should Reds fans expect to see? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers are set for three games this weekend as the Reds are clawing their way back into the NL Central race. What makes this series so important for the Reds is their ability to catch a Brewers team that seemingly is succeeding with smoke and mirrors. The Brewers already hold a 2-1 season series advantage over the Reds so Elly De La Cruz and company have some catching up to do. Is Joey Votto or Christian Yelich the bigger killer in this series? Who should Reds fans and Brewers fans be most worried about this weekend? Also, why Ryan Braun's PED suspension and how he handled it can be a blueprint of what not to do for Noelvi Marte. And what does Aaron Rodgers have to do with Braun's story? Find out later in the crossover podcast episode! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Jeimer Candelario made sure the Cincinnati Reds would not lose another game to the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday. His two home runs sealed a win for the Reds and a two-game series split. Tanner Bibee and Nick Lodolo didn't have their best stuff, but both games ended up being tightly contested as both teams showed why they will be good this season. Also, will the Guardians and Reds be buyers at the trade deadline? And will Travis Bazzana or Charlie Condon go number one overall to the Guardians in the MLB Draft? Could Chase Burns enter the equation at one or two? Check out this crossover for Locked On Reds and Locked On Guardians! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds got some bad news on the injuries of Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Brandon Williamson. The Reds should be conservative with how they move forward with CES and Williamson as their career future is more important than them playing hurt this season. Also Noelvi Marte made his debut in Triple-A Louisville and looked good. Elly De La Cruz is in a bit of a slump but you needn't worry about it. And there are two big developments with Nick Lodolo's game this year and it's why the young Reds pitcher is succeeding. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds made the decision to send Graham Ashcraft to Triple-A Louisville. This is a win now move for the Reds. This demotion isn't so much about getting a better pitcher in Ashcraft's spot, but the Reds recognizing Ashcraft needs to get right and seeing their ability to cover him in the short term. The pitching staff has largely been the strength of the Reds this season, led by Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo, who are both doing something similar to take that next step. And is it time to move Alexis Diaz out of the closer role?  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds rattled off eight wins in 10 games thanks to the return of TJ Friedl. The Reds lineup is dangerous again as Friedl has had a cascading effect on the rest of the bats. The Reds pitching has been a team strength all year and it continues to be thanks to Hunter Greene and Nick Lodolo. Should Fernando Cruz be an All Star? Also, could the Reds benefit from a stadium with a roof? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds rallied twice before putting the game away as they beat the Cubs in the first of a four game set at GABP. Tyler Stephenson continues to be in a groove and Elly De La Cruz hit a monster shot as he continues to show signs of breaking out. Steve and Tim discuss the offense and a big time start from Hunter Greene as well as get you set for Nick Lodolo taking the hill today. Join the Locked On Reds Subtext and text with Jeff! Follow this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Or you can text "I'm in" to (513) 597-0944 JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Home runs from Jeimer Candelario, TJ Freidl, Spencer Steer and Jonathan India help the #RallyReds come from behind and sweep the Colorado Rockies in a 3 game series. Break out games from Elly De La Cruz and Jacob Hurtubise helped Cincinnati complete the sweep. The Reds have now won 9 of thier last 12 games Join the Locked On Reds Subtext and text with Jeff! Follow this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Or you can text "I'm in" to (513) 597-0944 JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Frankie Montas threw a gem for the Cincinnati Reds taking a no hitter into the 7th inning while striking out 9 batters. Elly De La Cruz is on the verge of a break out hitting a 440+ homer, and he did it hitting righty Graham Ashcraft has a chance to nail down a sweep in Denver and Host Steven Offenbaker breaks down all of action for you! Join the Locked On Reds Subtext and text with Jeff! Follow this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Or you can text "I'm in" to (513) 597-0944 JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds set season highs in runs scored and hits while the pitching staff delivered shut down performances as the Reds trounced the Rockies at Coors Field. Steven Offenbaker breaks it down and answers the question, can the Reds do it again today? Join the Locked On Reds Subtext and text with Jeff! Follow this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Or you can text "I'm in" to (513) 597-0944 JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds are back to their winning ways taking 2 of 3 games from the Cubs in Chicago. The guys break down a strong game from Santiago Espinol, and defensive gem from Elly De La Cruz, and the return of TJ Friedl's home run trot. The Reds head off to Colorado next and Steven Offenbaker and guest host Tim Daniel get you set for a series against the Rockies that the Reds really have to win. Join the Locked On Reds Subtext and text with Jeff! Follow this link: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonreds Or you can text "I'm in" to (513) 597-0944 JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/STMcRDyMCt Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds figured to be in competition with the Chicago Cubs for the top of the NL Central. That hasn't happened yet, but could start this weekend as Elly De La Cruz, Hunter Greene, and company head to Wrigley Field. The Reds and Cubs aren't as different as you think. The pitching matchups in this series will be very intriguing with Graham Ashcraft, Greene, and Lodolo facing Javier Assad, Justin Steele, and Ben Brown. Who should you watch on the Reds and the Cubs? Also, Nick Martini and his friend Patrick Wisdom could be some surprise players in this series. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Cincinnati Reds lost to the St Louis Cardinals in a game where they appeared to have every opportunity to win. One strange decision from David Bell about Buck Farmer seemed to be the difference in the game which made all the difference in the Cardinals winning the series. There are three big things to take away from this series, including the return of TJ Friedl, aka Wolverine. Also, with the Cardinals possibly getting Tommy Edman back soon and the Reds close to the return of Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Noelvi Marte, things could be looking up for both the Reds and Cardinals in the NL Central race. Locked On Cardinals host JD Hafron joins Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker for a NL Central Crossover. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Elly De La Cruz has been on a small slump, recently, but the Cincinnati Reds shouldn't worry about their best player. Will Benson is not a worry, so long as the Reds use him the right way in the lineup. Andrew Abbott got roughed up and has some worrisome numbers that surround his nice ERA. Jeimer Candelario is no longer a worry for the Reds. Frankie Montas needs to pitch well today to avoid becoming a worry. Also, Angel Hernandez retired. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…