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Locked On MLB - Daily Podcast On Major League Baseball

Locked On Podcast Network, Paul Francis Sullivan

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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 ...
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Baseball’s Hall of Fame faces tough questions: which legends are still waiting for their overdue call? Sully breaks down the cases of overlooked stars like Lou Whitaker, Bobby Grich, Kenny Lofton, Jim Edmonds, and Dale Murphy, and asks why advanced stats and crucial postseason moments haven’t tipped the scales for these franchise-changing players. …
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Chicago Cubs shake up MLB free agency, landing Alex Bregman on a five-year, $175 million deal. Is this the move that pushes the Cubs into elite status? Sully examines how Bregman’s arrival transforms Chicago’s infield alongside Nico Hoerner, Dansby Swanson, and Michael Busch, while raising questions about the future for young prospect Matt Shaw and…
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Many top MLB free agents remain unsigned as spring training looms—what’s behind the unprecedented freeze? Sully sounds the alarm, spotlighting standouts like Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette, and Cody Bellinger still on the market while teams play a tense waiting game. Could a wave of last-minute signings reshape front offices’ plans, or will…
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The Athletics blindsided by a trademark setback—has fan rebellion thrown a wrench into the Las Vegas relocation saga? Sully exposes the A's latest misstep, as the team’s attempt to secure “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics” trademarks is blocked, with diehard fans at Last Dive Bar swooping in to claim the rights. Is this the ultimate middle…
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Toronto Blue Jays reload for another World Series run while AL East rivals scramble to keep pace. Can the revamped Boston Red Sox finally close the gap? Sully and Gabby Maljanian discuss about which American League East team is having the best offseason, analyzing bold moves by the Blue Jays, Yankees’ ongoing search for rotation help, and whether t…
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Sully breaks down Major League Baseball’s Suffering Index, spotlighting the unique frustrations of fan bases nationwide. From the Los Angeles Dodgers’ back-to-back World Series titles to the Seattle Mariners’ yet-to-happen Fall Classic appearance, discover how postseason near-misses, deciding-game defeats, and prolonged title droughts shape each te…
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Los Angeles Dodgers overcome nail-biting postseason moments to secure a dramatic World Series victory—can they pull off a three-peat and redefine an era? Shohei Ohtani’s historic playoff dominance, Freddie Freeman’s clutch performances, and wild finishes against the Phillies, Brewers, and Blue Jays fuel debate about the Dodgers’ dynasty status and …
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Major League Baseball can capture a wider audience by showcasing star players in movies and TV shows beyond the sports world. Could breakout performances from icons like Lou Gehrig, Satchel Paige, Bob Uecker, and Roger Clemens spark new fans and elevate MLB's cultural presence? Sully highlights unforgettable appearances, from Bob Uecker’s comedic t…
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Locked On MLB brings fans the ultimate Christmas gift: a seat at Dodger Stadium for the National League Championship Series. Can the Los Angeles Dodgers close out the Milwaukee Brewers and punch their ticket to the World Series, or will we see a historic comeback? Sully explores Shohei Ohtani’s jaw-dropping playoff performance—six shutout innings, …
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Justin Verlander eyes the elusive 300-win club—can the future Hall of Famer achieve what no active pitcher has in over a decade, and does reaching this historic milestone still carry weight in modern MLB? Sully examines Verlander's Hall of Fame résumé, the shifting value of pitcher wins, and why the true ace archetype may be disappearing from today…
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Should MLB give Mike Trout a second act with PEDs to revive his legendary career? Paul Francis Sullivan ignites debate by proposing baseball’s biggest star should be allowed to use performance-enhancing drugs—under medical supervision—to get back on the field and save both the Los Angeles Angels and the sport’s excitement. With Trout’s Hall of Fame…
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Los Angeles Angels face unprecedented scrutiny as new revelations emerge in the Tyler Skaggs civil trial. Is Major League Baseball overlooking a crisis at the heart of one of its most recognizable franchises? Sully and John Frisch confront the troubling details of opioid distribution within the team, highlighting the roles of Eric Kay and long-time…
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Can the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets maintain their grip on the NL East, or will age and identity crises open the door for surprise contenders? Sully explores how the Phillies’ veteran-heavy core, led by Bryce Harper, faces mounting urgency to capture a World Series before time runs out, while the Mets reel from key departures and pitchi…
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Boston Red Sox fans face an unsettling question: can a team that trades away homegrown stars like Mookie Betts and Rafael Devers expect to reclaim its dominance? Sully examines the Red Sox’s struggle to find a true power hitter for the heart of their lineup, after missing on Pete Alonso and watching Alex Bregman test free agency. Recent moves, moun…
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Pete Alonso’s shocking departure rocks the New York Mets, sending the star slugger to the Baltimore Orioles and igniting a wave of MLB speculation. Can the deep-pocketed Orioles leverage Alonso’s power, alongside durable hitters like Taylor Ward, to finally dominate the AL East? Paul Francis Sullivan and Connor Newcomb examine how the moves reshape…
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Los Angeles Dodgers land superstar closer Edwin Diaz, intensifying their World Series momentum. Can Diaz’s arrival finally solve Los Angeles’ bullpen woes and fuel another title run? Sully spotlights the Dodgers’ strategic $69 million deal and explores its ripple effects on the pitching staff, featuring Shohei Ohtani, Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, and S…
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Pittsburgh Pirates spark offseason buzz with a bold offer to Kyle Schwarber and links to Ketel Marte—are they finally ready to support Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and make a playoff push? Sully breaks down the Pirates’ surprising sense of urgency while questioning if their moves are real or just for show. Could Philadelphia Phillies let Schwarber w…
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Baseball’s Hall of Fame sees a surprise shakeup as Jeff Kent earns his place among the immortals. Is the Contemporary Era committee missing the mark by leaving out legends like Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Gary Sheffield? Sully and guest Jeff Carr unpack Kent’s career, debate the criteria behind recent inductions, and question why some steroid-e…
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Pittsburgh Pirates’ window to contend may be now, but will ownership seize it—or squander Paul Skenes’ prime? Sully and Gary Morgan spotlight the ace’s Cy Young season, talk the urgency of adding legitimate bats, and weigh whether a long-awaited playoff run is possible before Skenes dons pinstripes or Dodgers blue. With key players like Bryan Reyno…
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New York Mets hit the reset button after a disappointing collapse, shaking up the roster with the bold Brandon Nimmo-for-Marcus Semien trade and a high-profile gamble on reliever Devin Williams. As speculation swirls around Pete Alonso’s free agency and the impact of Juan Soto’s uneven debut season, co-hosts Sully and Ryan Finkelstein debate whethe…
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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 Ch…
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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. Re…
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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, p…
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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 Blue Jays fans? Sully breaks …
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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. Open…
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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. …
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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, loomi…
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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, leav…
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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 Mariner…
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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…
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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 r…
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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 produc…
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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 tr…
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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Alex Rodriguez deserve Hall of Fame induction. The hypocrisy? David Ortiz and Pudge Rodriguez are already enshrined despite PED connections. Host Sully breaks down the double standard plaguing Cooperstown, arguing that voter bias—not steroids—keeps certain players out while others slide through. The discussion covers…
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MLB awards season heats up with razor-thin MVP races and critical managerial decisions reshaping the league. Aaron Judge's dominant .331/.457/.688 slash line with 53 home runs faces off against Cal Raleigh's two-way excellence in an American League MVP battle too close to call. Host Sully breaks down Gold Glove winners, Cy Young frontrunners Tarik …
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Dodgers capture World Series Game 7 in historic fashion as Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers the clutch performance nobody saw coming. Was this the greatest World Series game ever played? Host Sully breaks down the dramatic Dodgers victory over the Blue Jays, reading passionate fan reactions debating the game's place in baseball history. The discussion e…
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Los Angeles Dodgers claim back-to-back World Series titles in what might be the greatest Game 7 ever played. But the Toronto Blue Jays came within literal inches—not strikes, inches—of winning it all. Sully breaks down the physics-defying ninth inning where Miguel Rojas's throw home, Will Smith's toe placement on the plate, and a collision between …
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The Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to force extra innings and took down the Toronto Blue Jays to win their second consecutive World Series, the first time that's happened since the New York Yankees in 2000. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play …
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Los Angeles Dodgers force Game 7 after defeating Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 in a tense World Series showdown. Will Shohei Ohtani take the mound in the decisive game, or will Max Scherzer get the call? Host Sully breaks down Mookie Betts' clutch two-run single that broke his series slump, Yamamoto's dominant six-inning performance, and the controversial …
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Toronto Blue Jays stun Los Angeles Dodgers with dominant pitching and fundamental baseball. Can they close out their first championship since Joe Carter's legendary home run? Brayden Ewasko and Carter Fuerst of Locked on Blue Jays join Sully to talk about the eve of Game 6 of the World Series. The Blue Jays lead the World Series 3-2 against the hea…
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The 121st World Series returned to Toronto Friday night and the Los Angeles Dodgers stayed alive with a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays to force a decisive Game 7 Saturday night at Rogers Centre. Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned his 2nd Win of the World Series with 7 Innings of 1-run baseball. ----- Lindsay Crosby and Steve Lenox have Game 6 of the…
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The Toronto Blue Jays took over Chavez Ravine, winning two out of three games in Dodger Stadium to have a 3-2 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Can they complete the drill and win the champioinship, or will LA find enough offense to rally for back-to-back championships? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app …
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Toronto Blue Jays stun Los Angeles Dodgers 6-1 in Game 5, taking commanding 3-2 World Series lead. Can Trey Yesavage's 12-strikeout masterpiece propel the Blue Jays to their first championship since 1993? Sully breaks down Yesavage's dominant seven-inning performance that silenced critics and exposed the Dodgers' bullpen vulnerabilities once again.…
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