Locked On Podcast Network, Paul Francis Sullivan
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 awe-inspiring performances that make each game a masterpiece, Locked On MLB takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from all over MLB. The Locked On MLB podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
15h ago
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 team physician Dr. Craig Milhouse. The episode questions the Angels’ culture, MLB’s response, and the responsibility of sports organizations in protecting their players. Key discussion points include the impact on the Skaggs family, violations of MLB drug policy, and why ownership changes may be overdue. With insights into bungled internal reporting, ignored protocols, and the wasted prime years of Mike Trout, the hosts challenge listeners to rethink the Angels' legacy. Should MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred intervene before more damage is done? Don’t miss this hard-hitting analysis of an organization at a crossroads. Follow Locked on Angels on Twitter @LockedOnAngels Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2d ago
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 pitching uncertainty, leaving fans anxious about their direction. Discussion highlights include the Braves’ shrewd offseason moves—like adding Robert Suarez and Mike Yastrzemski—which could fuel a bounce-back under Walt Weiss, and the Miami Marlins’ potential to capitalize with young pitching and bold trades. Key topics: the Phillies’ injury-risk rotation, the Mets’ power outage post-Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo, and the Marlins' case for acquiring Nick Castellanos. Who will rise if the favorites falter—and are the Braves or Marlins poised for an NL East shake-up? Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
4d ago
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, mounting injury setbacks for young talents, and doubts over the Devers and Betts trades leave the Red Sox lineup searching for answers as the AL East grows fiercer. Shifting the lens to the New York Yankees, Sully spotlights financial caution reshaping classic big spenders. Are the Yankees and Cubs now too frugal to land superstars like Corey Seager or Manny Machado, prioritizing luxury tax thresholds over roster upgrades? With baseball’s popularity surging and small-market teams catching up, Paul Francis Sullivan asks: does MLB’s current system actually work—and is a work stoppage still justified? Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 11
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 both franchises, from the Mets’ clubhouse overhaul—goodbye to mainstays like Brandon Nimmo and Edwin Diaz—to Baltimore’s aggressive pivot after a disappointing, injury-riddled 2025. Key topics include Mets leadership changes, Orioles’ new look under manager Greg Abundance, pitching rotations in flux, and the looming trade possibilities for Edward Cabrera. Will the Orioles package top talents like Coby Mayo for an ace, and can they finally turn young promise into playoff reality? Get the definitive breakdown on whether Alonso’s arrival and a revamped roster put Baltimore back on the championship track. Follow Locked on Orioles on Twitter @LockedOnOrioles Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 10
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 Sasaki. With the bullpen now fortified, are rivals already outmatched for 2025? Sully also highlights key moves across MLB’s winter meetings, including Kyle Schwarber’s five-year extension with the Philadelphia Phillies and the Pirates’ missed opportunity to lure him away. The show examines managerial stability with Rob Thompson and debates the Miami Marlins’ trade strategy: will Baltimore’s young talent revitalize Miami if Edward Cabrera moves? Get sharp insights on roster construction, predictions proven right (and wrong), and the biggest storylines shaping the offseason.Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 9
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 walk to a rising NL Central contender, or will Bryce Harper’s championship window force them to counter? Ownership drama heats up as Sully takes on MLB's financial transparency, questioning long-held beliefs about player salaries and team profits. Lively debates on Hall of Fame politics—including Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Jeff Kent, and the legacy of performance-enhancing drugs—raise the stakes. Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 8
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-era icons remain on the outside looking in. Key topics include Jeff Kent’s impact as a power-hitting second baseman, contrasting his legacy with players like Dale Murphy, Carlos Delgado, and Fernando Valenzuela. The conversation also explores Hall of Fame voting politics, the overlooked influence of PEDs, and future prospects for controversial candidates like Pete Rose and Joey Votto. With next year’s ballot lacking star power, will the Hall’s standards shift even further? Don’t miss this candid breakdown of Cooperstown’s evolving credentials. Follow Locked on Reds on Twitter @LockedOnReds Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dec 7
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 Reynolds and Oneil Cruz coming off down years and prospects like Bubba Chandler and Hunter Barco rising, the pressure’s on to surround Skenes with Major League talent. The hosts break down potential moves, including the need for power bats—think Kyle Schwarber or Ryan O’Hearn—and discuss the outfield flux, Henry Davis’ catching future, and how NL Central rivals like the Cincinnati Reds are shaping up. Can the Pirates transform smart pitching depth into postseason glory, or will front office inertia waste a generational arm? Get insider insights and bold predictions on Pittsburgh’s path forward. Follow Locked on Pirates on Twitter @LockedOnPirates Check out the In Memoriam Video - https://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=-06A-KejhbjQp4X7 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mlb/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.