Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Reds must embrace the role of sellers at the MLB trade deadline, but with a crucial warning: Chase Burns, Sal Stewart, and Elly De La Cruz are nearly untouchable. Should the front office gamble on trading Nick Lodolo or Spencer Steer for a massive return, or does holding onto the young core offer the best path forward in a rapidly shifting baseball landscape?

 

Jeff and Steve critically assess Nick Krall’s job performance, questioning if the Reds’ front office can make the tough decisions necessary to reshape the roster. They dissect the potential fallout of a looming CBA battle, speculate on the futures of Spencer Steer, JJ Bleday, and Tyler Stephenson, and outline why the franchise needs to chart a bold new direction if they hope to build a contender. Will ownership finally shake up leadership, or are fans destined for more disappointment?

 

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The Cincinnati Reds edge out the Baltimore Orioles with Spencer Steer’s clutch home run and Nick Lodolo’s dominant pitching. Can the Reds turn narrow victories into momentum for a post-season push?

Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ 3-2 win, spotlighting Steer’s game-changing swing and Lodolo’s six-inning, one-run effort. Key topics include rookie Sal Stewart’s timely RBI, Tyler Stevenson’s offensive resurgence, and ongoing bullpen questions after Emilio Pagan’s shaky ninth. Insights on lineup adjustments, defensive highlights from Elly De La Cruz, and Edwin Arroyo’s quiet value add more depth. As the Reds snap a losing skid ahead of their series against the Philadelphia Phillies, every hit and every arm is under scrutiny.

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Cincinnati Reds suffer another frustrating loss as Hunter Greene’s season debut goes sideways in an 8-5 defeat to the Baltimore Orioles. Can the Reds regroup before a sweep becomes reality? Tim Daniel breaks down how the Reds out-hit Baltimore but squandered key opportunities, including a costly double play from TJ Friedel and ongoing woes with runners in scoring position. The episode questions decision-making around the lineup—why stick with struggling bats like Nathaniel Lowe and JJ Bleday?—while spotlighting Jose Trevino’s red-hot streak and analyzing the ongoing situational hitting struggles.

Hunter Greene’s rough outing takes center stage as Tim examines his seven strikeouts, mixing hope for improvement with concern over managerial decisions. Highlights also include praise for young standouts Sal Stewart and Chase Burns, both named All-Stars, and discussion of the Reds’ future amid mounting losses. Can Nick Lodolo break the cycle next game as the Reds face the Orioles once more at Great American Ballpark?

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The Cincinnati Reds’ bats fall silent as they strand ten runners in a 3-0 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. Can the Reds break their ongoing woes with runners in scoring position, or is this a deeper issue plaguing their playoff hopes? Elly De La Cruz makes team history with his 150th career stolen base, but the offense manages just four hits while Brady Singer’s five walks prove costly.

Tim Daniel breaks down the bullpen’s strong performance, standout moments from De La Cruz, and the growing outfield concerns as Matt McLain and TJ Friedl struggle at the plate. With Hunter Greene set to make his season debut and Cincinnati needing answers, the question lingers: Will the Reds solve their scoring woes and claw back into contention, or will disappointment continue to define their season?

 

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Cincinnati Reds’ season teeters on the brink as every X-factor collapses—are Matt McLain, Noelvi Marte, or TJ Friedl capable of sparking a turnaround? Jeff Carr and Connor Newcomb break down the brutal regression hitting both the Reds and Baltimore Orioles, comparing how failed expectations and underperforming young stars like Gunnar Henderson have derailed potential postseason runs. Can an explosive second half or key trade deadline moves rescue either club’s playoff dreams?

 

Key discussions highlight Hunter Greene’s high-stakes return from injury, Sal Stewart’s electric breakout at the plate, and looming questions about the Reds’ bullpen chaos. On the Orioles’ side, Pete Alonso’s impact, Adley Rutschman’s resurgence, and Kyle Bradish’s recent struggles take center stage, with the American League’s mediocrity keeping Baltimore’s wild card hopes alive. With both teams needing more from their core, this series could be a last shot of adrenaline for a playoff push.

 

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BOOKMARK Sports Illustrated’s Cincinnati Reds site, Cincinnati Reds Talk!

https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/

 

            -     Also follow @jefffcarr and @soffenbaker on Twitter

 

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

 

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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

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