Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Reds’ woes deepen as Houston Astros shut them out 10-0, extending the Reds’ losing streak to eight games. Can Nick Lodolo’s return to the mound spark a turnaround, or is this slump here to stay? Lifelong Reds fan Tim Daniel delivers a candid reaction, spotlighting Jordan Alvarez’s powerful home run, Mike Burrows’ dominant start, and an offense that failed to capitalize with bases loaded.

Key analysis focuses on Lodolo’s ...

Cincinnati Reds hit rock bottom—can Nicola Dolo's return and a bold call-up turn things around? Jeff Carr and Stephen Offenbaker break down the Reds’ dramatic slide from first place to the NL Central cellar, exposing a bullpen beset by control issues, key injuries to Hunter Greene and Rhett Lowder, and lineup woes like Ke'Bryan Hayes’ ongoing struggles at third base and Tyler Stephenson’s lackluster production at the plate.

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Cincinnati Reds’ brutal road trip ends with an 8-3 sweep by the Chicago Cubs—has the club hit rock bottom or is a turnaround coming at Great American Ball Park? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ collapse, from a perfect storm of bullpen struggles and missed opportunities with runners in scoring position, to more devastating injuries for pitchers Rhett Lowder and Emilio Pagán. Key young names like Blake Dunn and Sal Stewart provide g...

Cincinnati Reds suffer another heartbreaking defeat as the Chicago Cubs rally for a dramatic 7-6 win, exposing glaring issues in the Reds bullpen. With leads slipping away late and frustration mounting, questions grow louder—can Cincinnati break the cycle and find a way to close out tight games?

Tim Daniel breaks down Brady Singer’s gritty start, Matt McLain’s offensive spark, and Tejay Antone’s inspiring return after a third Tommy...

Cincinnati Reds collapse in extras as Chicago Cubs rally late—can the Reds rebound before the division race slips away?

Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ painful 3-2 loss in extra innings, spotlighting Andrew Abbott’s stellar outing, an early surge with homers from JJ Bl and Nathan Low, and the critical misplays that turned a two-run lead into a fifth straight defeat. Analysis focuses on the impact of the ghost runner rule, frustrat...

Emilio Pagan’s blown save sparks fury as the Cincinnati Reds collapse 5-4 to the Chicago Cubs—can the bullpen be trusted moving forward? Tim Daniel breaks down the late-inning heartbreak at Wrigley Field, blasting Pagan’s continued usage in high-leverage situations and questioning if David Bell’s decisions are holding the team back. With the Reds now on a four-game losing streak during a pivotal road trip, is it time for a shakeup ...

Pittsburgh Pirates flip momentum against the Cincinnati Reds with a dominant series sweep, exposing cracks in the Reds’ rotation and sparking urgent questions about Terry Francona’s late-game decisions. As the Pirates’ pitching shines, Chase Burns and Braxton Ashcraft deliver unexpected brilliance on the mound, while Bryan Reynolds torments Reds pitching yet again. Burns' brilliance isn’t enough to offset glaring rotation uncertain...

Cincinnati Reds suffer a gut-wrenching sweep as the Pittsburgh Pirates edge them out 1-0. Can the Reds recover from this divisional blowout with the Cubs showdown looming?

Tim Daniel recaps the electric pitching duel between Braxton Ashcraft and Chase Burns, spotlighting stellar performances that left both offenses frozen. The episode dissects key lineup changes—Matt McLain dropping to the ninth spot and JJ Bleday’s impact—alongsid...

Cincinnati Reds unravel as Pittsburgh Pirates dominate 17-7—can the Reds’ battered pitching staff recover in time? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ lopsided defeat, spotlighting Rhett Lowder’s toughest outing yet and a disastrous stretch of seven consecutive walks that put the game out of reach early. Despite productive bats from Will Benson and J.J. Bleday, including Benson’s home run, Cincinnati’s mound woes overshadow any offens...

Pittsburgh Pirates dominate Cincinnati Reds as Mitch Keller silences bats—are the Reds’ pitching woes cause for concern?

Tim Daniel and Jeff Carr break down the Reds’ 9-1 defeat, spotlighting Mitch Keller's seven-inning, one-run gem, and the struggles of Brady Singer, whose inconsistency continues to hamper Cincinnati’s rotation. The hosts explore why Pirates sluggers like Brian Reynolds and Henry Davis torched Reds pitching, wheth...

Cincinnati Reds win their fifth straight series as Andrew Abbott returns to form and Spencer Steer heats up at the plate. Can this momentum carry them deeper into NL Central contention? Jeff and Steve spotlight Abbott’s bounce-back start, Connor Phillips’ electric (if unpredictable) bullpen outing, and red-hot stretches from Nathaniel Lowe, T.J. Friedl, and Steer that powered Cincinnati’s offense.

Trouble brews at the back end of...

Cincinnati Reds silence Colorado Rockies with Andrew Abbott’s bounce-back quality start and Nate Lowe’s power surge. Are the Reds finally overcoming their getaway day woes as they claim another series win?

Tim Daniel breaks down Andrew Abbott’s six-inning, two-run gem, Spencer Steer’s hot streak at the plate, and key bullpen performances. The impact of Nate Lowe’s recent home run tear is explored, along with the value of Tyler Step...

Cincinnati Reds face rotation chaos as Brandon Williamson’s shoulder injury leaves a glaring hole ahead of a crucial NL Central road trip. Can Chase Petty or a recovering Nick Lodolo hold the fort, or will the bullpen be stretched to its limit in Chicago? Jeff questions whether the Reds’ patchwork pitching staff can keep pace as series against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs loom.

Despite a quiet night at the plate, Sal S...

Cincinnati Reds suffer a crushing 13-2 defeat to the Colorado Rockies, raising urgent questions about their pitching depth and resilience. Can the Reds bounce back and reclaim momentum, or are injury woes set to derail their promising season?

Tim Daniel breaks down Brandon Williamson’s struggles and injury setback, questions the reliability of the current rotation, and spotlights Luis May’s electrifying season debut. Key moments in...

Elly De La Cruz has officially entered the stratosphere MLB stardom demands. Already looking like an All-Star, the Cincinnati Reds’ switch-hitting sensation is putting up video game numbers. The best part? It’s clear we’re seeing only the beginning of a player destined to be the league's next superstar.

Chase Burns looks like a future ace though that may not be a distant future. The Reds are seeing Burns blossom with key pitches ...

Cincinnati Reds dominate the Colorado Rockies as Elly De La Cruz continues his historic tear—can he push the Reds into the National League’s elite? Tim Daniel spotlights De La Cruz’s electric three-hit, four-RBI night, his dazzling opposite-field home run, and a jaw-dropping defensive play that has everyone whispering Gold Glove potential.

The show also breaks down Chase Burns’ poised six-inning, nine-strikeout performance, setting...