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Locked On MLB podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info from all around Major League Baseball. All the hits, runs and strikeouts. Host Paul Francis Sullivan, a comedian, TV producer and creator of the Sully Baseball Podcast, brings his humor and passion to our national pastime, as the Locked On MLB podcast provides your daily baseball fix with a unique spin that you won’t forget. From the jaw-dropping plays to the awe-inspiring performances that make each game a masterpiece, Locked On MLB takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from all over MLB. The Locked On MLB podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Dec 4, 2025 · 34 min
INSIDE: 2026 Astros Playoff DREAMS at RISK | Houston Hopes to Rebound
Houston Astros fans face an offseason of uncertainty after missing the playoffs for the first time in years—but does one win stand between disappointment and a fierce comeback? Paul Francis Sullivan and Brett Chancey tackle the highs and lows of the Astros’ injury-plagued season, Framber Valdez’s looming free agency, and whether Hunter Brown and Christian Javier can anchor the rotation amid mounting challenges. The hosts debate ownership’s decisions, highlight breakout performances, and spotligh
Dec 2, 2025 · 32 min
PIVOT: Cardinals Fans Brace for CHANGE as Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt Face Uncertain Futures
St. Louis Cardinals brace for a full rebuild—can “the best fans in baseball” weather the storm as Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, and Willson Contreras face uncertain futures? JD Hafron and Sully break down the Cardinals’ dramatic shift, from decades of playoff consistency to trading ace Sonny Gray and shopping key players like Brennan Donovan. Recent deals bring young prospects like Richard Fitz and Brandon Clark into the spotlight, sparking questions about the front office’s strategy and the
Dec 1, 2025 · 29 min
Hal Steinbrenner’s Words EXPOSE Tensions Behind Looming Lockout | Is it All Nonsense?
New York Yankees ownership sparks controversy as Hal Steinbrenner questions the team's profitability ahead of a possible MLB lockout. Are the Yankees really struggling, or is this clever propaganda to sway public opinion before crucial labor negotiations? Sully scrutinizes Steinbrenner's statements, breaking down New York Yankees revenue figures, payroll details, and industry rumors about a potential salary cap. The episode covers how everyday fans, rival owners, and voices in baseball media in
Nov 30, 2025 · 28 min
Red Sox SHAKE the American League East with Sonny Gray Trade | Toronto Counters with Dylan Cease
The Red Sox and Blue Jays shake up the AL East with high-stakes pitching acquisitions. Sonny Gray lands in Boston, triggering strategic roster shifts, while Dylan Cease signs a massive seven-year, $210 million deal with Toronto. Are these moves enough to fuel a World Series run and erase painful postseason memories for Toronto fans? Sully breaks down the impact of these trades, spotlighting key prospects like Brandon Clark, Richard Fitz, and Kyle Harrison, and debating whether Bo Bichette’s fut
Nov 28, 2025 · 29 min
SHOCK: Major League Baseball’s New TV Deal Leaves Fans Searching For Games
Major League Baseball shakes up the broadcast world with a labyrinthine new TV rights deal—will fans be able to find their favorite games easily, or is a viewing scavenger hunt inevitable? Shohei Ohtani’s soaring stardom drives ratings to record heights, as platforms like Netflix, NBC, ESPN, Fox, and Apple TV all vie for a piece of the action. Opening Day, Home Run Derby, and postseason matchups face new broadcast homes, sparking confusion and excitement. NBC reclaims Sunday Night Baseball, wh
Nov 26, 2025 · 32 min
FORCED: Miami Marlins Set To SPEND—Is Playoff SUCCESS Near for the Fish with Jeremiah Geiger
Miami Marlins hover on the brink of a breakthrough—can strategic spending finally propel them into playoff contention? Sully and Jeremiah Geiger of Locked on Marlins break down the Miami’s surprising 2025 surge, fueled by standouts like Kyle Stowers and Augustine Ramirez, and examine how expanded playoffs open the door for this underdog franchise. The conversation spotlights first base as a glaring weakness, highlights possible targets like Yandy Díaz and Michael King, and debates the fate of Sa
Nov 25, 2025 · 34 min
PANIC: SD Playoff HEARTBREAK IGNITES Speculation—Will This TEAM EVER Deliver? | With Javier Reyes
San Diego Padres face uncertain future as new ownership looms and key free agents hit the market. Can Manny Machado overcome his postseason struggles and lead the Padres to a long-awaited World Series berth, or will changes at the top spark a dramatic shift in team direction? Sully and Javier Reyes debate the impact of the Craig Stammen hire, looming payroll cuts, and how losing stars like Luis Arraez and Dylan Cease could hamper San Diego’s playoff hopes. The conversation spotlights the Padres
Nov 24, 2025 · 32 min
SURPRISE: Marcus Semien Traded to Mets, Brandon Nimmo Joins Rangers | Brice Paterik Breaks It Down
Texas Rangers fans stunned as Marcus Semien is dealt to the New York Mets in a blockbuster trade that shakes up both franchises. Brandon Nimmo heads to Arlington as the Rangers swap elite defense for a new bat in the lineup, sparking debate about roster depth and the team's future direction. Can the Rangers reload after losing so many World Series heroes in just two seasons, or is a full rebuild looming? Sully and Brice Paterik of Locked on Rangers break down how this surprise deal impacts the
Nov 23, 2025 · 30 min
Rangers Reboot: World Series Stars Adolis Garcia, Jonah Heim READY for Bargain HUNTERS to Grab
Texas Rangers shake up MLB by letting ALCS MVP Adolis García, Jonah Heim, and Josh Sborz hit free agency just two years after their World Series heroics. Can bargain-hunting teams like the Miami Marlins, Pittsburgh Pirates, or even the West Sacramento A’s turn these proven postseason performers into comeback candidates? Your host Sully uncovers why these Rangers stars were non-tendered, what went wrong with Texas’s bats last season, and which under-the-radar moves could change the shape of the 2
Nov 22, 2025 · 31 min
EXCLUSIVE: Did Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz’s Prop Bet Actions UNDERMINE MLB’s TRUST? | Plus The Rush to Las Vegas
Baseball faces a new test as gambling scandals swirl around MLB. With Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz under indictment for prop bets, questions about the integrity of the game are intensifying. Paul Francis Sullivan examines how even small actions—one pitch, one call—can tip a tight game, referencing historic controversies from Pete Rose to the 1919 Black Sox. Could the rise of prop bets and the expansion of legalized gambling threaten fans' trust in every play and outcome? Sully unpacks fan reac
Nov 21, 2025 · 33 min
Are Milwaukee Brewers Not Built for October or Was the NLCS LOSS the FINAL STRAW? | Chuck Friemund of Locked on Brewers Joins the Show
Is Milwaukee destined for more October disappointment, or is 2025 the year they finally make a run? The 2025 Milwaukee Brewers season hinted at destiny, with 97 wins and a roster that captured hearts across Wisconsin. Yet, the postseason delivered a cold reality. October turned into heartbreak as four games in the NLCS erased a summer of hope, leaving both players and fans with lingering frustration. Chuck Freimund of Locked on Brewers joins the show to talk about Milwaukee optimism and cynici
Nov 19, 2025 · 29 min
EXCLUSIVE: Locked On MLB Host Predicts Destinations for Top 25 Free Agents | Is Tucker SF Bound?
Kyle Tucker to the San Francisco Giants? Pete Alonso leaving the Mets for Boston? Host Sully delivers his bold predictions for where MLB's top 25 free agents will land in the 2025 offseason, breaking down potential destinations for Tucker, Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman, and more. The analysis covers Josh Naylor's recent signing with the Seattle Mariners, why the Giants are desperate to make a splash after watching the Dodgers dominate, and how teams like Boston and Baltimore could reshape their ros
Nov 19, 2025 · 32 min
EXCLUSIVE: Orioles GAMBLES on Taylor Ward While Angels Bet on Grayson Rodriguez's FOUR-YEAR Control
Angels shock baseball world by trading Taylor Ward to Baltimore Orioles for injured starter Grayson Rodriguez. Does this signal a new era of smart roster management in Anaheim? The trade sends Ward's 36 home runs and 103 RBI to Baltimore while the Angels acquire four years of control over Rodriguez, who hasn't pitched since July due to elbow issues. The discussion covers Mike Maddox's surprising decision to leave Texas for the Angels' pitching coach role, John Gibbons joining as bench coach, an
Nov 17, 2025 · 32 min
Josh Naylor Deal PROVES Seattle's Front Office Finally Understands Their Championship Window Is Now
Seattle Mariners make the offseason's first major splash, locking up Josh Naylor with a five-year deal. Could this aggressive move signal a legitimate championship push in the AL West? Sully breaks down why the Mariners' early commitment to Naylor demonstrates serious intent, analyzing his clutch ALCS performance where he hit .417 with three home runs against Toronto. The discussion covers Seattle's narrow World Series miss, their pitching depth with Luis Castillo and Logan Gilbert, and how thi
Nov 14, 2025 · 26 min
HISTORIC: Shohei Ohtani DOMINATES with Fourth MVP While Judge SURVIVES Close Vote Over Raleigh
Aaron Judge edges Cal Raleigh in the closest American League MVP race in decades, winning by just four first-place votes. Two voters switching their ballots would have created baseball's first AL MVP tie ever. Judge dominated traditional stats—leading the league in batting average, home runs (53), RBIs, and OPS—while his "slump" months still produced elite numbers. Raleigh countered with 60 home runs as a Gold Glove catcher, a position where offensive production carries premium value, while lea
Nov 13, 2025 · 31 min
Tarik Skubal and Paul Skeens Represent Everything RIGHT and WRONG With Modern Baseball Management
Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes claim 2025 Cy Young Awards, but their franchises face critical decisions that could define baseball's competitive landscape. The Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates stand at crossroads with their ace pitchers. Skubal's unanimous AL victory and Skenes' dominant NL performance should spark championship ambitions, not trade discussions. The Tigers possess an 87-win core featuring Spencer Torkelson and Riley Green, needing only modest additions to contend in a wide-op
Nov 12, 2025 · 31 min
Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt Win Manager of Year Again BUT Their Teams DESPERATELY Need Payroll Investment
Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt claim Manager of the Year honors for the second straight season. But does their repeat victory expose a troubling pattern in baseball's competitive landscape? The Milwaukee Brewers posted the best regular season record in baseball despite bottom-tier payroll, while the Cleveland Guardians mounted a historic comeback from 11 games back on September 4th. Both franchises continue operating with payrolls in the bottom third of MLB, even as championship windows remain wid
Nov 11, 2025 · 30 min
REVEALED: Nick Kurtz and Drake Baldwin DOMINATE Rookie of the Year Voting | Will Sacramento Embrace Their Stars?
Drake Baldwin and Nick Kurtz claim 2024 MLB Rookie of the Year honors, but their wins signal something bigger for the Braves and A's. Can these young stars anchor championship runs? Baldwin's .810 OPS and 19 home runs give Atlanta a foundational piece alongside Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson as new manager Walt Weiss takes over. Kurtz's unanimous AL victory—36 homers, 1.002 OPS—pairs with Jacob Wilson's breakout to form a dangerous young core. The discussion tackles Atlanta's bounce-back poten
Nov 9, 2025 · 31 min
SCANDAL: Cleveland Guardians Pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz INDICTED in Gambling Scheme | Baseball's INTEGRITY at Stake
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face indictment on gambling charges related to rigging pitch bets. Could this scandal rival the 1919 Black Sox? The episode examines why gambling poses a greater threat to baseball's integrity than performance-enhancing drugs, exploring how Clase's dominant regular season—just 5 earned runs allowed—contrasted sharply with his postseason collapse that saw him surrender 8 runs. Historical parallels emerge through suspected fixes in the 19
Nov 8, 2025 · 31 min
BREAKING: Japanese Superstar Munetaka Murakami POSTS for MLB Free Agency | Pirates and Marlins MUST Enter Bidding War
Pittsburgh Pirates and Miami Marlins face a defining moment as Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami enters MLB free agency. While big-market teams like the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets circle, two unexpected contenders should make aggressive moves. The Pirates possess Paul Skenes , the National League's best pitcher and likely Cy Young winner at just 24 years old. With Skenes under team control for four more years and the NL Central wide open, Pittsburgh must surrou

Locked On MLB - Daily Podcast On Major League Baseball

INSIDE: 2026 Astros Playoff DREAMS at RISK | Houston Hopes to Rebound

PIVOT: Cardinals Fans Brace for CHANGE as Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt Face Uncertain Futures

Hal Steinbrenner’s Words EXPOSE Tensions Behind Looming Lockout | Is it All Nonsense?

Red Sox SHAKE the American League East with Sonny Gray Trade | Toronto Counters with Dylan Cease

SHOCK: Major League Baseball’s New TV Deal Leaves Fans Searching For Games

FORCED: Miami Marlins Set To SPEND—Is Playoff SUCCESS Near for the Fish with Jeremiah Geiger

PANIC: SD Playoff HEARTBREAK IGNITES Speculation—Will This TEAM EVER Deliver? | With Javier Reyes

SURPRISE: Marcus Semien Traded to Mets, Brandon Nimmo Joins Rangers | Brice Paterik Breaks It Down

Rangers Reboot: World Series Stars Adolis Garcia, Jonah Heim READY for Bargain HUNTERS to Grab

EXCLUSIVE: Did Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz’s Prop Bet Actions UNDERMINE MLB’s TRUST? | Plus The Rush to Las Vegas

Are Milwaukee Brewers Not Built for October or Was the NLCS LOSS the FINAL STRAW? | Chuck Friemund of Locked on Brewers Joins the Show

EXCLUSIVE: Locked On MLB Host Predicts Destinations for Top 25 Free Agents | Is Tucker SF Bound?

EXCLUSIVE: Orioles GAMBLES on Taylor Ward While Angels Bet on Grayson Rodriguez's FOUR-YEAR Control

Josh Naylor Deal PROVES Seattle's Front Office Finally Understands Their Championship Window Is Now

HISTORIC: Shohei Ohtani DOMINATES with Fourth MVP While Judge SURVIVES Close Vote Over Raleigh

Tarik Skubal and Paul Skeens Represent Everything RIGHT and WRONG With Modern Baseball Management

Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt Win Manager of Year Again BUT Their Teams DESPERATELY Need Payroll Investment

REVEALED: Nick Kurtz and Drake Baldwin DOMINATE Rookie of the Year Voting | Will Sacramento Embrace Their Stars?

SCANDAL: Cleveland Guardians Pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz INDICTED in Gambling Scheme | Baseball's INTEGRITY at Stake

BREAKING: Japanese Superstar Munetaka Murakami POSTS for MLB Free Agency | Pirates and Marlins MUST Enter Bidding War