Locked On Red Sox

Three losses in four days is bad for a baseball team. It's worse for a closer. With Matt Barnes crumbling, Jason and Lauren dissect what's gone wrong for him and wonder if the Red Sox have anyone else they can turn to with the game on the line. Is this still a playoff team? Be sure to follow us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Boston Red Sox are slumping, there's no other way around it.In this episode, Jason Mastrodonato and Lauren Campbell wrap up what was a dreadful weekend series against the Toronto Blue Jays, but Jason sheds light on why Sunday's 9-8 loss showed some promise for the team moving forward. The two also discuss the return of Chris Sale, and what Tanner Houck has to do in order to lock himself into the rotation permanently. Follow us on Twitter! @JMasrtodonato, @lalalalaurrrren, @LO_RedSox----------------Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's baaack!In this episode, NESN's Lauren Campbell discusses the good news Red Sox fans received Sunday when Alex Cora announced Chris Sale's rehab assignment has ended and will pitch for Boston on Aug. 14 against the Baltimore Orioles. Lauren also talks about the reported setback Kyle Schwarber faced, and of course ends the show on a positive note! Follow us on Twitter @lalalalaurrrren & @LO_RedSox-----Support Us By Supporting Our Sponors!StatHeroStatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch

What's going on with the Red Sox' offense? They picked up a crucial win on Wednesday, but Jason looks inside the at-bats to find that not much has changed. Comments from Xander Bogaerts, Hunter Renfroe and Kiké Hernandez have opened a window inside the clubhouse. Plus, Jason's unpopular opinion explores what's next for Triston Casas. Follow us on Twitter @JMastrodonato and @LO_RedSox.***********Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Wild AlaskanRight now you can get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit Wild

Matt McCarthy from 98.5 The Sports Hub joins the pod and shares his frustration with the Red Sox' trade deadline inactivity. Matt and Jason then wonder why Bobby Dalbec continues to get at-bats, debate the merits of calling up Triston Casas straight from Double-A and wonder if the next 10 days will decide the Red Sox' season. Follow them on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @MattMcCarthy985 and @LO_RedSox.****Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Wild AlaskanRight now you can get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit

Every American League team except the Red Sox went ham on Friday, acquiring multiple top-tier talents as they gear up for a postseason run. The Sox made only one impact acquisition, Kyle Schwarber. Jason and Lauren break it all down! Follow us on Twitter @Jmastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thursday was a crazy day in baseball, and we have it all covered here. Chad Jennings from The Athletic stops by to talk about the Yankees' moves and what he thinks Chaim Bloom will do. Then Jason and Lauren share their unpopular opinions, only to be interrupted in real time by the Red Sox' acquisition of Kyle Schwarber from the Nationals. The duo breaks down the trade in real time, so listen till the end! Follow us on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox.********Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Lear

It's trade season but the Red Sox have yet to make any moves. Jason and Lauren have seen enough from Garrett Richards and debate whether or not Chaim Bloom should be addressing the needs in the starting rotation now or in the offseason. They also share some Jarren Duran first impressions, wonder if Joey Gallo will make the Yankees contenders and provide their unpopular opinions! Follow them on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox!******Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sox earned their MLB-leading 33rd comeback win of the season Monday night in a thrilling 5-4 win. Lauren and Jason recap the game against the Blue Jays, while also touching on Nick Pivetta -- who struggled in his outing.Of course, they round out the show with their unpopular opinions and positive takeaways! Plus, Jason is not fond of the Nationals looking to trade Trea Turner.Follow us on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox!********************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sox earned the series win against the Yankees this weekend by taking three out of four games. Jason and Lauren share their thoughts on the series as a whole, how strong the pitching looked and just how the Red Sox never are out of games no matter the circumstance. Of course, they round out the show with their unpopular opinions and positive takeaways!Follow us on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox!********************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are the Red Sox looking so sluggish against the Yankees lately? Jason and Lauren share their immediate reactions to the Red Sox' ugly win in the series-opener, then gush over Tanner Houck as they argue to keep him in the starting rotation. The Rays made a big trade; will the Sox react? Follow us on Twitter @JMastrodonato, @lalalalaurrrren and @LO_RedSox!********************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was a sellout crowd in Portland as Chris Sale hit 98 mph, and the Boston Herald's Steve Hewitt was there to cover it. Steve joins the pod to share his observations after talking to the Red Sox ace on Tuesday. Also, Jason and Lauren discuss the six-man rotation, point out an under-the-radar lineup change by Alex Cora and share their unpopular opinions!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The weekend was jam-packed with news and notes, and Lauren Campbell and Jason Mastrodonato hit on it all.Jarren Duran and Tanner Houck played against the New York Yankees, and Lauren and Jason discuss what they liked and didn't like. They touch on Christian Arroyo's latest injury, and what should happen and first and second base going forward.Be sure to connect on Twitter:@LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.*******************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A lot can happen in 24 hours!Jarren Duran and Tanner Houck officially were called up, and Lauren Campbell and Jason Mastrodonato discuss their expectations for the duo, and make a prediction about how Duran's season will go. They also provide a positive update on Chris Sale's first rehab assignment. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.*******************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Surprise! Center field prospect Jarren Duran is joining the Red Sox in New York. The second half is underway Thursday and there's a lot to discuss. Steve Buckley (@BuckinBoston), a longtime columnist at the Boston Herald who now writes for The Athletic, shares his tempered opinions. Jason and Lauren force Buck to make a bold prediction, then share their own unpopular opinions for the day. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.*******************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Red Sox sent five players to the All-Star Game and three of them shined. Jason is frustrated that Xander Bogaerts' might've had a chance at the MVP if not for FOX's over-produced broadcast interrupting his at-bat against Max Scherzer, though Lauren argues it was still a fun game to watch. Jason and Lauren debate MLB's rule changes for 2022, wonder how it will impact the Red Sox and share their unpopular opinions. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren!****************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.FreshlyRight now, Freshly is offering our listeners $40 off your first two orders when you go to Freshly.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode NESN's Lauren Campbell and The Boston Herald's Jason Mastrodonato discuss the outrageous comments made by Stephen A. Smith regarding Shohei Ohtani, as well as recap the Red Sox draft picks and how Jud Fabian reminds Jason of old friend Jackie Bradley Jr. The duo also give their unpopular opinions and leave you on a positive note! Reach out to us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.**************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode NESN's Lauren Campbell and The Boston Herald's Jason Mastrodonato discuss the Red Sox drafting shortstop Marcelo Mayer, why Matt Barnes' extension is a good look for the Red Sox and Chris Sale's latest bullpen. The duo also touch on Tanner Houck and who he should replace in the rotation once he's inevitably called up amid the starting rotation struggles. Reach out to us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.**************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WEEI's Rob Bradford (@Bradfo) joins the pod to discuss why he thinks the Red Sox should be aggressive at the trade deadline. Rob and Jason debate the value of Tanner Houck, formulate possible trade scenarios and wonder if Chaim Bloom should channel his inner Dave Dombrowski. They also touch on Shohei Ohtani's big series and Rob vows not to read Adam Ottavino's mind. Reach out to us on Twitter @LO_RedSox, @JMastrodonato and @lalalalaurrrren.**************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Fully Loaded ChewFully Loaded Che

Lauren Campbell of NESN and Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald discuss what the Red Sox should do once Chris Sale returns and where Tanner Houck belongs in the rotation. Also, should the Dodgers have distanced themselves from Trevor Bauer sooner? All this and more in a jam-packed! Follow the show on Twitter @LO_RedSox, and the hosts @lalalalaurrrren and @JMastrodonato.******************Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Fully Loaded ChewFully Loaded Chew is offering LOCKED ON “TEAM” listeners a special offer – Rightnow you can try a can for just $1. Go to www.fullyloadedchew.com and use promo code: “LockedOn”BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/