Locked On Reds - Daily Podcast On The Cincinnati Reds

The Cincinnati Reds fell to the Toronto Blue Jays 13-9 on Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park, dropping their fourth straight series and slipping back to .500 at 70-70. The Reds’ offense showed plenty of fight, putting up nine runs and keeping the game within reach at times. Unfortunately, the pitching staff once again collapsed, surrendering big innings that the lineup couldn’t fully overcome. Questionable decisions from m...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped a wild one Tuesday night, falling 12-9 to the Toronto Blue Jays in a high-scoring affair at Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati trailed 8-1 early after the Blue Jays exploded out of the gate, but the Reds kept clawing back to stay within striking distance. Despite several rallies, the Reds’ bullpen couldn’t contain Toronto’s relentless offense. The loss evens the series as the two teams will now look to...

The Cincinnati Reds pulled off a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday afternoon at Great American Ball Park. After back-to-back home runs from Bo Bichette and Daulton Varsho put the Reds in a 4-2 hole entering the bottom of the 9th, Cincinnati stormed back with a three-run rally capped by Noelvi Marte’s game-winning hit. Hunter Greene was outstanding on the mound, going 6.1 innings while allowing just...

The Cincinnati Reds finally ended their losing streak on Sunday, defeating the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 at Great American Ball Park. Brady Singer delivered another strong outing, earning a quality start to give the Reds some much-needed stability on the mound. Austin Hays and Matt McLain provided the power at the plate, each homering to help fuel the victory. With the skid snapped, the Reds now turn their attention to a three-game s...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped their fifth straight game on Saturday, losing 4-2 to the St. Louis Cardinals. The defeat drops Cincinnati back to .500 on the season after a rough week that has stalled their momentum. The Reds offense once again struggled to come through in key situations, stranding multiple runners on base. With the series finale looming, Cincinnati will look to avoid a sweep and try to get back on track before their h...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped their fourth straight game on Friday night, falling 7-5 in extra innings to the St. Louis Cardinals. After battling to force extras, the Reds unraveled when Elly De La Cruz committed a costly error that opened the door for St. Louis to take the lead. Cincinnati’s offense showed life with some timely hits, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the late miscues. The Reds will look to snap their skid as the seri...

MLB playoff races heat up as Kyle Schwarber's 4-homer game stuns the league. Is this the most impressive offensive performance of the season?

Jeff Carr and the squad break down the latest developments in the American and National League playoff hunts. The hosts debate the difficulty of hitting for the cycle versus a 4-homer game, analyzing Schwarber's recent feat and its historical context. The conversation shifts to a heated MVP di...

The Cincinnati Reds face a crucial series against the St. Louis Cardinals, with playoff hopes hanging in the balance. Can the Reds capitalize on the Cardinals' struggles and secure a much-needed series win? Jeff Carr from Locked On Reds and JD Hafron from Locked On Cardinals analyze key matchups, including Andrew Abbott's performance and Wilson Contreras's impact. The hosts dissect both teams' current situations, highlighting the R...

The Cincinnati Reds' playoff hopes dim after a disastrous series against the Dodgers. Offensive struggles plague the team, with high strikeout rates and poor performance with runners in scoring position. Hosts Jeff Carr and Steven Offenbaker dissect the Reds' recent woes, questioning the lineup construction and lack of power hitters.

Potential roster moves take center stage as the hosts debate calling up prospects like Sal Stewart, ...

The Cincinnati Reds were swept for the first time in 2025, falling 5-1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night. Nick Lodolo made his return from the injured list, working 4 2/3 innings before being pulled. The Reds offense had no answers for Dodgers pitching, striking out a staggering 19 times in the loss. Cincinnati will look to regroup as they return home Friday to open a long homestand, beginning with a three-game series a...

The Cincinnati Reds face tough questions as manager Terry Francona's decisions come under scrutiny. Jeff and Steve dissect recent roster moves, including the puzzling choice to play Noelvi Marte in center field. They analyze the front office's player development strategy, questioning Nick Krall's approach to building a competitive team. Despite criticism, the hosts highlight promising bullpen performances from Zach Maxwell and Conn...

The Cincinnati Reds dropped their second straight game in Los Angeles, falling 6-3 to the Dodgers on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium. The Reds offense had chances but couldn’t capitalize enough, stranding runners in key spots throughout the night. The Reds will look to bounce back on Wednesday as they try to avoid the series sweep.

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The Cincinnati Reds face a critical juncture as Elly De La Cruz's slump threatens their postseason aspirations. Jeff Carr, host of Locked On Reds, analyzes De La Cruz's struggles, including a .217 August batting average and defensive errors, advocating for a day off to reset mentally. Carr projects an 84-win season for the Cincinnati Reds, potentially falling short of playoff contention, and questions the decision to keep Sal Stewa...

The Cincinnati Reds turned in an awful performance Monday night, getting blanked 7-0 by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Reds offense was nonexistent, managing just three hits all game while striking out repeatedly against Dodgers pitching. On top of that, Cincinnati’s defense let them down again with two costly errors that extended innings and added to the damage. It was a flat showing all around as the Reds dropped the opener in Los ...

The Cincinnati Reds face lineup challenges as they prepare for a crucial series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Steven Offenbaker and Jeff Carr analyze potential batting order changes, suggesting Noelvi Marte and Elly De La Cruz as the lineup's cornerstones. Brady Singer's impressive recent outings spark debate about his long-term future with the team. The hosts dissect the Reds' pitching depth, including prospects like Rhett Lowd...