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REDS POSTCAST: Cincinnati Reds and Chase Burns SNAP Streak, Matt McLain DELIVERS in Win vs Astros
Cincinnati Reds snap eight-game skid with gritty 3-1 win over Houston Astros—has the momentum finally shifted at Great American Ball Park? Tim Daniel breaks down the Reds’ much-needed victory, spotlighting Chase Burns’ commanding six-inning start and clutch bullpen performances from Brock Burke, Graham Ashcraft, and Pierce Johnson. Matt McLain emerges as the X factor, delivering a pivotal two-RBI double while the defense and lineup show renewed energy. Key highlights include Will Benson’s plate discipline, Sal Stewart’s timely hit, and how the Reds neutralized Astros sluggers Jose Altuve and Yordan Alvarez. Can this resilient performance ignite a turnaround for the Reds’ season? With Andrew Abbott set to take the mound for the series finale, the conversation pivots to potential lineup shifts and how Cincinnati can build on this crucial win. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 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 the Locked On Reds community: https://lockedonreds.supercast.com BOOKMARK Sports Illustrated’s Cincinnati Reds site, Cincinnati Reds Talk! https://www.si.com/mlb/reds/ - Also follow @TimDaniel518 on Twitter Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) #Reds #CincinnatiReds #MLB
THIS WASN’T PRETTY — IT WAS BETTER: A GRITTY A’S WIN IN BALTIMORE
The A’s didn’t stroll into Baltimore tonight wearing tuxedos and playing smooth jazz. They walked in with steel-toed boots and survived a nine-inning alley fight. After getting bottled up early by Kyle Bradish, the offense finally cracked the game open in the fifth inning behind clutch at-bats from Max Schuemann, Lawrence Butler, Zack Gelof, and the massive swing from Nick Kurtz, whose two-run triple flipped the entire night on its head. That was the moment the game changed. The A’s stopped playing reactive baseball and started dictating the tempo against one of the toughest lineups in the American League. And then came the stress. Of course it came with stress. Because nothing involving the A’s bullpen is allowed to feel normal. Jeffrey Springs and the relief corps spent the late innings trying to navigate around Adley Rutschman, Pete Alonso, and a Baltimore lineup that kept threatening to rip the game away. Mason Miller wasn’t there riding in on a white horse tonight, so the A’s had to win the hard way — with strikeouts, ugly outs, and enough nerve to survive a ninth inning that felt like somebody trying to parallel park a shopping cart downhill. Last Call goes LIVE at 10:45 on YouTube to break down one of the grittiest wins of the season. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4701617951670272
🏀 KNICKS vs. 76ERS | Eastern Conference Semifinals | May 8, 2026
The New York Knicks head to Philadelphia with a commanding 2-0 series lead! 🗽 After two gritty wins at Madison Square Garden, Jalen Brunson and the Knicks are looking to put a stranglehold on this series. Can Tyrese Maxey and the 76ers protect home court and keep their season alive? Key Analytics for Game 3: 📊 The 4th Quarter Factor: New York leads the NBA in 4th quarter net rating (+11.7). If this game is close late, the stats favor the Knicks. 🏀 Star Watch: Jalen Brunson has been unstoppable, while Tyrese Maxey is seeing a massive usage rate increase with the current roster rotation. 🔥 Series History: While the 76ers lead the all-time matchup, the Knicks have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Will the Knicks take a 3-0 lead, or will Philly strike back? Drop your score predictions below! 👇 Hashtags: #NBA #NBAPlayoffs #Knicks #76ers #JalenBrunson #TyreseMaxey #Philadelphia76ers #NewYorkKnicks #NBA2026 #Basketball #SportsAnalytics #Shorts #2kAnalyticsTV
CLUTCH: Mark Vientos CARRIES the Mets to Extra-Inning Win! | McLean Carves, Devin Williams is Back!
New York Mets edge Arizona Diamondbacks behind Mark Vientos’ clutch bat as offensive woes persist. Is pitching dominance enough to keep the Mets in contention? Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the Mets’ gritty 3-1 extra-innings victory, spotlighting Vientos’ game-winning double and home run, alongside standout performances from Francisco Alvarez and Carson Benge. Analysis centers on Nolan McLean’s stellar start, Devin Williams’ bullpen resurgence, and ongoing lineup struggles for stars like Juan Soto and Bo Bichette. Key topics include the Mets’ evolving batting order, bullpen management, and the stakes of upcoming matchups with Clay Holmes leading the rotation. Can the Mets keep notching series wins with limited offense? Don’t miss Locked On Mets’ sharp take on New York’s quest to climb back to .500 and the critical turning points ahead. 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 JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-mets/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ Follow Locked On Mets on Twitter Locked On Mets https://twitter.com/LockedOnMets Ryan Finkelstein https://twitter.com/FinkelsteinRyan #Mets #NewYorkMets #mlb Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYThe funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! RugietGet 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlRugiet. Performance medicine for men. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel.Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins.Visit https://FANDUEL.COMto get started — Play Your Game. 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)
Athletics beat Baltimore Orioles 4-3
The Athletics vs Orioles was one of those gritty, honest games where execution, not flash, decides it. The Athletics didn't overwhelm you, they just stayed ready, took advantage of a couple defensive cracks and turned one moment (that 3-run 5th, highlighted by Kurtz's clutch triple) into the difference. And even when Baltimore kept applying pressure late, the A's stayed composed and finished it - pitch by pitch, out by out. That's the lesson ... you don't need perfect, you need presence. Be ready when the game gives you an opening, then have the discipline to close it. That's winning baseball. #forty4Baseball === Baseball isn't a season. It's a lifestyle we get to live one inning at a time. ⚾ If you love baseball, you're in the right dugout. Let's talk ball ⚾
NHL Playoffs Roundup 🏆: Maple Leafs Secure #1 Draft Pick + Ducks' Troy Terry Interview | The Drop
The Drop presented by @Discover is back with Phil Murphy and Greg Wyshynski as they break down the biggest stories from around the Stanley Cup Playoffs — from Winners and Losers across the league, including Toronto’s GM shake‑up, Carolina’s Beer Skates takeover, and the ongoing Gritty‑Stormy mascot chaos, to whether we’re headed toward a brand‑new Stanley Cup champion with several contenders chasing history. We dive into every series, from the Wild–Avalanche battle and the Ducks–Golden Knights clash to the Hurricanes taking a 2‑0 lead over the Flyers and a fresh look at Canadiens–Sabres before Game 1. Plus, we sit down with Anaheim Ducks winger Troy Terry, fresh off an eight‑point first round, to talk beating Edmonton, the Ducks’ young core, and what he’s watching in Round 2. And with the draft lottery in the books, we take our first look at how the board could shake out. All that and more. 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:00 Winner Avalanche and Hurricanes Unbeaten 02:00 Loser: Bad Vibes at Toronto Maple Leafs Press conference 03:00 Winner Beer! 04:00 Loser: Nightmare Gritty 05:15 Winner: New Playoff Blood 06:10 Loser: Oilers' Window 8:00 Wild Avalanche Series 09:00 Ducks Golden Knights Series 10:25 Flyers Hurricanes Series 12:00 Canadiens Buffalo Series 13:00 Troy Terry joins the show! 23:00 NHL Draft Lottery - Maple Leafs secure pick #1 30:00 Thanks for Watching! ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/nhl #ESPN
Can Anaheim Ducks OUTPACE Vegas Golden Knights? Jack Eichel & Mason McTavish ANALYZED
Anaheim Ducks challenge Vegas Golden Knights with playoff speed as Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner look to prove critics wrong. Is Vegas ready for Anaheim’s power play dominance, or will X factors like Mason McTavish and William Karlsson tilt the series? Hosts Speaker A and Speaker C break down Lucas Dostal’s pivotal role in net, the importance of third and fourth line depth, and why Vegas’ history against the Ducks could foreshadow a close battle. Turning to the Eastern Conference, Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens set up a classic showdown driven by elite goaltending and breakout scorers. Can Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki ignite Montreal’s offense, or will Tage Thompson’s hot stick push Buffalo ahead? The discussion spotlights physicality, key bets and series predictions, with insights into Rasmus Dahlin’s leadership and Peyton Krebs’ gritty impact. Don’t miss this playoff preview packed with betting tips and fantasy hockey takeaways. Thanks for making Locked On Fantasy Hockey your 1st listen, every day. We are free and available on all platforms and make sure to subscribe and follow us for the latest episodes every day! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOFantasyHockey?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/lockedon right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com and win $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins. 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)
🚨 JUST CONFIRMED! 5 MIN AGO Kawhi Leonard to Miami ESPN’s Mock Trade MIAMI HEAT NEWS TODAY
The Miami Heat are back in the spotlight as offseason trade rumors heat up, this time surrounding superstar Kawhi Leonard. After a disappointing absence from the playoffs last season, the Heat are eyeing Leonard as a potential centerpiece to revitalize their roster.In a recent ESPN article, NBA analyst Bobby Marks proposed a bold trade scenario where the Heat could acquire Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers. The suggested package includes Kris Dunn, Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, and two future unprotected first-round picks in 2030 and 2032. This trade could be a game-changer for Miami, looking to bounce back from their first playoff miss in seven years.Kawhi Leonard, despite approaching his mid-30s, remains one of the league's top two-way players. Last season, he averaged an impressive 27.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 51% from the field and 39% from three-point range. His skill set aligns perfectly with the Heat's gritty style of play.However, concerns about Leonard's injury history loom large. While his performance last season was stellar, the question remains: can he stay healthy? If he can, he could propel the Heat back into playoff contention. But if he can't, Miami risks committing significant assets to a player with durability issues.This trade proposal raises critical questions: Is it wise for the Heat to invest heavily in a win-now move? What impact would this have on their future? Join us as we break down the implications of this potential trade and what it means for the Miami Heat's future in the NBA.Share your thoughts in the comments! Where are you tuning in from? Let's discuss the direction of the franchise and the potential for this blockbuster trade! 🏀🔥#NBA #NBANews #MiamiHeat #KawhiLeonard #TradeRumors #BasketballKeywords: Miami Heat, Kawhi Leonard, NBA news, trade rumors, basketball, playoff contention, Tyler Herro, Los Angeles Clippers, NBA trades, sports news, NBA analysis, NBA highlights, NBA fans, Miami Heat news, Kawhi trade