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Locke'd In Baseball2025 Locke'd In MLB Awards Show! | Ep. 351The stars are out for the most lavish night of the year - our annual Locke’d In MLB Awards Show! We’re handing out the traditional BBWAA awards (MVP, Cy Young, etc.) plus our own Locke’d In Specialty Awards. Let the debate begin!---CHAPTERS0:00 Intro5:24 AL MVP21:19 NL MVP29:48 AL Cy Young33:01 NL Cy Young40:59 AL Rookie of the Year42:58 NL Rookie of the Year45:08 AL Manager of the Year48:00 NL Manage...
2025-11-071h 19Locke'd In BaseballRAFAEL DEVERS TRADED TO THE GIANTS! | Ep. 303We kick things off with a quick recap of William’s Little League coaching weekend before diving into the bombshell Rafael Devers trade (2:50), which sent the Red Sox slugger to the Giants in exchange for a couple of pitchers and a prospect. Is Boston cutting costs again? Was the Devers–front office relationship beyond repair? Is Devers a perfect fit for SF? Will he be willing to play 1B now? We break down all sides of the shocking move.Then, we recap the Yankees–Red Sox series (25:16), where the Yankees were swept and managed just 4 runs across the we...
2025-06-161h 11Locke'd In BaseballMay Team of the Month, Dodgers Win Yankees Series, MLB Weekend Recaps | Ep. 299In today’s episode of Locke’d In Sports, we open with a deep dive into the Yankees-Dodgers series (2:21), starting with how the Yankees bounced back from an embarrassing 18–2 loss on Saturday to win a crucial Sunday Night Baseball game. We discuss why that win mattered, Gerrit Cole’s questionable advice to Will Warren, Ryan Yarbrough’s continued brilliance (and whether he’s earned a playoff start), and how the team may have let Friday’s game slip away thanks to Aaron Boone’s bullpen decisions. Plus, we unpack Aaron Judge’s “measuring stick” comments - what did this series say about the Y...
2025-06-021h 22Locke'd In BaseballMLB Midweek Series Recaps: Yankees Sweep, Red Sox Swept, D-Backs in Trouble | Ep. 298In today’s episode of Locke’d In Sports, we kick things off with a heated debate about the Oklahoma City Thunder and their standing on the list of all-time NBA teams (0:00). Then we head into our Yankee recap (6:30), breaking down dominant starts from Ryan Yarbrough, Carlos Rodón, and Clarke Schmidt in Anaheim, debating who gets bumped from the rotation when Luis Gil returns. We also talk about Aaron Judge’s back-to-back intentional walks, what the Yankees’ reported interest in Orlando Arcia says about their trade deadline mindset, preview the Dodgers series, and wonder what the team is d...
2025-05-291h 22Locke'd In BaseballMLB Quarter Century Team, Weekend Series Recaps | Ep. 297In today’s episode of Locke’d In Sports, we kick things off by recapping William’s trip to an Independent League game this weekend (2:07)—a wild one that featured a benches-clearing brawl. Then, inspired by The Athletic’s feature, we build our own Quarter Century Team (8:38), picking the best players at each position since 2000. After that, we break down the Yankees-Rockies series (44:00), including Aaron Judge’s continued dominance and a frustrating Friday loss. We wrap things up with our MLB Weekend Review (1:03:39), spotlighting the biggest storylines and standout performances from around the league.
2025-05-261h 24Locke'd In BaseballMLB Award Power Rankings, Yankees Sweep Rangers, Midweek Series Recaps | Ep. 296In this Memorial Day Weekend edition of Locke’d In Sports, we start the podcast by honoring all who have served. Then, Luis pulls a gem from the archives—William’s high school State Tournament stats (6:19).Next up: award season. We share our top 5 picks for AL MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year (10:54), before breaking down the NL races (33:13).We then dive into a Yankees-Rangers series loaded with elite pitching and a highlight moment from Jasson Dominguez (48:10), and close with our MLB Week in Review, spotlighting the biggest headlines and performances from across the le...
2025-05-231h 29Locke'd In Baseball2025 Athletics Preview - Light at the End of the Tunnel | 255Are the A’s ready to turn the corner? In this episode of Locke’d In Sports, we explain why there’s real optimism in Sacramento heading into 2025. We deep dive the wave of young talent that has A's fans dreaming of a Wild Card birth. Plus, we take a closer look at Brent Rooker’s unconventional career path and his role in the A’s lineup.
2025-02-2820 minLocke'd In Baseball2025 Miami Marlins Preview - Where is This Organization Headed? | 253The Locke’d In Sports Podcast is back with another MLB season preview, and this time, we’re heading down to South Beach to break down the 2025 Miami Marlins. Luis’s hometown team has some talent, but are they actually building toward something… or just treading water?We dive into the current state of the roster, the team’s outlook for the season, and why we have serious doubts about Peter Bendix’s ability to steer this franchise in the right direction. Are the Marlins setting themselves up for long-term success, or are they stuck in baseball purgatory?
2025-02-2615 minLocke'd In Baseball2025 Rockies Team Preview | 252The Rockies might not be competing for a division title in 2025, but there’s still plenty to talk about in Denver. In this episode of Locke’d In Sports, we break down what to expect from the Rockies this season. Can Kris Bryant finally stay healthy and produce? Which young players are worth watching for the future? And does Colorado have any chance of avoiding the NL West basement?We also dive into the team’s offseason moves, the state of their pitching staff at altitude, and whether there's a light at the end of the tunnel for Ro...
2025-02-2517 minLocke'd In BaseballThree Things We're Excited About for the 2025 MLB Season + Top 100 Prospect Lists Released | 249With the 2025 MLB season right around the corner, Luis and William break down three things they’re most looking forward to this year. From potential breakout teams to key players returning from injury, there's plenty of reason to be excited for another baseball season. They also dive into the recent offseason moves, analyzing which teams made the best improvements and which ones still have question marks. Plus, with multiple top 100 prospect lists now released, they discuss the standout young players and what their future impact could be. All that and more on this episode of The Locke'd In Sports Po...
2025-02-021h 03Locke'd In BaseballCFP Semifinals Preview + Predictions | 245The College Football Playoff semifinals are upon us, and William prepares you for both matchups in this episode. Does Notre Dame have enough firepower to beat Penn State? Can Penn State open up the Notre Dame secondary? Can Notre Dame run on a banged-up Penn State front seven? Will Ohio State continue playing their best football of the season? Can this Texas defense hold up? Does Texas have an advantage on offense? Why is this Ohio State defense flying under the radar? All that and much more on this The Locke'd In Sports Podcast episode!
2025-01-0837 minLocke'd In BaseballCFP Bracket Reaction (This System is Broken) | 239William shares his immediate reaction to the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff bracket. Who has the best path to the National Championship? Do the highest-ranked conference champions deserve a bye? Does he believe in auto-bids? Why is college football so confusing? Answers to those questions and much more in this episode of The Locke'd In Sports podcast!
2024-12-0832 minLocke'd In Baseball218. Wild Card Round Recap, Division Series PreviewsLuis and William recap the Wild Card round of the MLB playoffs. Are the Tigers a team of destiny? What went wrong for Houston and Baltimore? Are the Padres a major threat to the Dodgers? They then preview the Divisional round. Do the Yankees have any excuses not to make the World Series? Can the Tigers keep the magic going? Who wins the California battle between LA and San Diego? Does Philly roll? All that and more on this Locke'd In Sports Podcast episode!
2024-10-0454 minLocke'd In Baseball216. MLB Wild Card Round Preview + Playoff PredictionsThe MLB playoffs are finally here! In this MLB podcast episode, William previews each Wild Card Series. Can the Tigers keep their magical run going or will Houston's playoff experience be too much? Who has the upper hand in Royals-Orioles? On the National League side, can the Mets and Braves overcome the massive travel disadvantage they find themselves in? Can the Brewers finally get over the hump? Are the Padres World Series sleepers? After deep diving every Wild Card series, William then gives his full playoff predictions and crowns his World Series champion!
2024-10-0153 minLocke'd In Baseball213. College Football Week 4 Recap: Michigan Wins (Somehow), Tennesee Stifles Oklahoma, G5 Picture Gets MurkierIn this college football podcast episode, William recaps yet another fun weekend across the sport. Michigan beat USC in the most Michigan way possible - what does it mean for both teams moving forward? Tennesee showed us that they can win in whatever style they want, Utah picked up an impressive conference win in Stillwater, Missouri escaped Vanderbilt at home, the Friday night slate delivered the best three-game stretch of football so far this season, Memphis, App State, and NIU all lost, throwing a massive wrench in the G5 playoff spot race, and Clemson dominated at home. All that...
2024-09-2357 minLocke'd In Baseball206. Week 1 College Football RecapWilliam recaps an opening weekend in college football that brought forth a ton of interesting narratives. What is wrong with Florida State? How did USC flip the script in the Big Ten? Is Notre Dame now a lock to make the College Football Playoff? How much should we praise Miami? What does Clemson need to fix their program? William deep dives all the top games from Week 1 and makes some observations on the other action from around the country last weekend.
2024-09-041h 11Locke'd In Baseball205. Georgia Tech Upsets Florida State, CFP Predictions, Week 1 PreviewGeorgia Tech kicked off the 2024 college football season in stunning fashion by knocking off Florida State 24-21 in Dublin. What went wrong for FSU? Is Georgia Tech legit? We discuss the rest of the Week 0 slate before diving into our season predictions. Who is going to be the most surprising team this year? The most disappointing? Which coach is on the hottest seat? We then preview an exciting week 1 slate featuring Notre Dame-Texas A&M, USC-LSU, Miami-Florida, and Clemson-Georgia, among others. What should you watch for in those games? Where will those games be won and lost? All that...
2024-08-271h 18Locke'd In Baseball157. Juan Soto Is a Yankee + Free Agent MovesLuis & William are back for another baseball podcast and they begin by discussing the blockbuster Juan Soto trade. William highlights how Soto is a perfect Yankee and Luis breaks down the trade from a San Diego perspective. PLUS: the Reds have been active, the D-Backs get a pitcher, the Cardinals... get some pitching, and the latest rumors and rumblings.
2023-12-0858 minLocke'd In Baseball146. The Texas Rangers Are World Series ChampionsLuis and William discuss what was ultimately a rather underwhelming World Series from a neutral perspective before wandering into topics like the 2009 Yankees offseason, the Curtis Granderson trade, and the NBA in-season tournament.
2023-11-0447 minLocke'd In Baseball136. Week 6 CFB Recap: Oklahoma Is Here, Notre Dame Falls, USC Escapes, Miami......Joe and William recap another exciting weekend of college football that included some surprising results, including Oklahoma's win in the Red River Rivalry and Louisville knocking off Notre Dame. Can Oklahoma run the table? Will Louisville contend in the ACC? Plus: USC survives in 3OT, Jalen Milroe has his best game in an Alabama uniform, Miami forgets how to play football, UNC's & UCLA's defense, Ohio State wins ugly, LSU wins another shootout, Wyoming beats a ranked team in primetime FOX despite not scoring a point in the second half, and more!
2023-10-1156 minLocke'd In Baseball134. Week 6 Preview: "If You Told Me In August...."Joe & William get you set for the Week 6 slate, which includes a lot of spreads that we'd be jumping on if they were offered back in August. We preview the Red River Rivalry, Bama-A&M, Kentucky-Georgia, and all of the enticing games this weekend. Plus: locks of the week, players to watch, predictions, and more!
2023-10-0635 minLocke'd In Baseball126. Texas Is Back? CFB Week 2 Recap & Week 3 PreviewJoe and William discuss another enthralling week in College Football, beginning with Texas's win in Tuscaloosa. This Texas team is different, are they a CFP lock? Where does Bama go from here? We also discuss the Bama loss in the context of a struggling SEC and if the league is already a one-bid CFP conference. Plus, the Pac-12 is on fire, Iowa beat Iowa State, a Group of 5 recap, and a Week 3 preview. We give our picks for the (few and far between) biggest games of the week, our locks of the week, some players to watch, and more!
2023-09-131h 03Locke'd In Baseball125. Who Can Win the World Series? + Mike Trout Trade & September Call-UpsThe boys discuss every playoff contender and decide if they can win the World Series in 2023. Who are the stealth contenders? Which division leaders will struggle in October? Which teams are faltering down the stretch? We also analyze the recent prospect call-ups including Pete Crow-Armstrong, Evan Carter, Jordan Lawlar (including William being in the house for his debut in Wrigley), and Jasson Dominguez (and his UCL injury). We wrap the podcast discussing the recent Mike Trout trade news and a call for robo-umps.
2023-09-121h 09Locke'd In Baseball124. Week 1 CFB Recap + Week 2 PreviewJoe and William recap an exciting Week 1 of the college football season including Duke's upset win over Clemson, FSU's dominant win over LSU, Coach Prime being here, the Pac-12 starting 13-0, and more. Plus, we preview Week 2 which includes a barn burner in Texas vs. Alabama, and some quietly good games like Wisconsin-Washington State, Texas A&M-Miami, Oregon-Texas Tech, Iowa-Iowa State, and UCF-Boise State. We give our picks for the biggest games, our locks of the week, some players to watch, and more!
2023-09-061h 08Locke'd In Baseball122. College Football Season Preview + PredictionsJoe Sieben joins the pod for a 2023 College Football season preview. After discussing offseason conference realignment and the Week 0 action, William & Joe dive into some season predictions, including the coach on the hottest seat, teams that need a bounce-back season, a top-5 team that will disappoint, upset of the season, and more. They then make predictions for every conference, the Heisman, and, of course, the College Football Playoff.
2023-08-291h 31Locke'd In Baseball121. Major Change in Chicago, Alonso Trade Rumors, Red Hot M'sThe pod is back after a week-long hiatus due to William's vacation, so the boys waste no time and dive into all the recent happenings across MLB. After discussing the sneaky rebuild in Washington, Luis and William discuss the White Sox firing of executive vice president Ken Williams and GM Rick Hahn. What does it mean for the franchise moving forward? Will anything actually change with Reinsdorf as owner? What do they do with Dylan Cease? They then touch on the Wander Franco investigation before dissecting the Pete Alonso trade rumors. Do the Cubs make the most sense for...
2023-08-2458 minLocke'd In Baseball119. Determining the Greatest Taylor Swift Song of All Time PART TWOJoe Sieben and Kayla Robinson join William for the second edition of our 'Determining the Greatest Taylor Swift Song of All Time' podcast! Three years, two studio albums, and one iconic tour (yes we know it's not over just yet) have passed since our last edition, so we figured there was no better time than now to run it back. Kayla attended the concert in Chicago and then painstakingly curated the bracket, Joe attended the concert in Denver, and William studied up on his T-Swift to help create the second edition of our most popular podcast to date. If...
2023-08-031h 20Locke'd In Baseball118. MLB Trade Deadline ReactionsLuis and William share their thoughts on all of the MLB trade deadline action that transpired over the past few days. Who were the major winners and losers? Did the Mets do the right thing? Are the Yankees doomed? Did the young and surprising teams (Baltimore, Arizona, Cincinnati) make the right decisions? Which bottom-dwelling teams set themselves up for future success? All of that and more on an action-packed episode!
2023-08-031h 10Locke'd In Baseball117. MLB Hot Stove Discussion + Trade Deadline PredictionsThe MLB hot stove is engulfed in flames as we sit precisely one week from the trade deadline and Luis and William are here to break down all of the latest rumors and rumblings around the league. The boys discuss Pittsburgh listening on Keller and Bednar, uncertainty on both sides of Chicago, the Yankees needing bats, Cincinnati potentially moving India, Miami needing pitching reinforcements ASAP, Atlanta's shortage of pen arms (and Luis's lack of confidence in their pitching staff as a whole), and more. At the end of the podcast, they give landing spot predictions for each major name...
2023-07-261h 03Locke'd In Baseball116. 2023 Trade Deadline PrimerWith August 1 right around the corner and the market beginning to take shape, Luis and William preview every aspect of this year's MLB trade deadline. Who are the key buyers/sellers? Which players are most likely to be moved? The boys play mock GM and discuss Shohei Ohtani's murky future in LA, the confounding Central divisions, the Yankees' tough decision, the top contenders' needs, and more, before making predictions for each team currently deciding between selling and buying.
2023-07-171h 18Locke'd In Baseball112. NBA Draft Reactions, CP3/Smart/Beal TradesThe NBA offseason is in full swing and William is back for another solo podcast to break down the recent happenings across the league. He begins by discussing the major storylines from last night's draft, including Brandon Miller's fit in Charlotte, if Portland has to move Dame now, Houston's promising youth, Golden State's night, and more. He then talks through the CP3, Marcus Smart, and Bradley Beal trades. Does CP3 on the Warriors make sense? Will Jordan Poole thrive on the now potentially frisky Wizards? How does KP give Boston a new look? Is Marcus Smart a culture changer...
2023-06-231h 09Locke'd In Baseball111. Red Hot Reds, Disappointing Players, CWSThe boys are back in action for another baseball podcast. After discussing William's experience at American Family Field in Milwaukee this weekend, they break down the scorching-hot Cincinnati Reds. How are they playing so well despite the numbers not really jumping off the page? Can they keep this up and should they be considered favorites to win the division? How should the front office approach the trade deadline? They then get into the most disappointing players this season, each listing three, including one major surprise. They also discuss the College World Series, the A's reverse boycott and the recent...
2023-06-191h 25Locke'd In Baseball110. Denver Wins Its First NBA Title + What's Next for Both TeamsWilliam goes solo on a late-night podcast to break down the Nuggets winning their first title in franchise history. He discusses an exciting Game 5 that included Jokic's bully ball (and sneaky good defense), Butler's no-show, Denver's role players stepping up, and more. He also puts Denver's title in historical context, before talking about a potential Denver dynasty, Miami's future and offseason podcast content plans.
2023-06-1351 minLocke'd In Baseball104. Emergency Podcast: The Yankees Season Is Over on May 1stLuis and William hop on the mic to record a quick emergency podcast after the Yankees blew a 2-0 lead to the Guardians in the 9th inning to fall to 15-15 on the season.
2023-05-0225 minLocke'd In Baseball102. A White Sox Intervention, MLB Award Ladders, April Team of the MonthAfter an impromptu but much-needed White Sox intervention, Luis and William discuss their MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year candidates after a month of baseball. They then list their April Team of the Month, who they think can keep it up, and who might cool off as the season progresses. The two wrap the podcast with other news and notes from around the league including the deGrom and Judge injuries, Bryce Harper's imminent return, the high-scoring Mexico City Series, MLB teams' proximity to their minor league affiliates, and more.
2023-05-011h 15Locke'd In Baseball101. Pittsburgh's Hot Start, Struggling Contenders, 10 Surprising Players, Oakland's MoveThe boys are back to talk some baseball - who would have thought we would be leading a podcast with the Pittsburgh Pirates? Luis and William break down the Pirates' hot start and if they will keep it up for 162 games. They then dive into 3 contenders that are struggling out of the gates and decide which one we should be the most worried about, before highlighting 10 players that have surprised (for good or bad) this season. They also discuss the Reds' bright future, the A's looming move to Oakland (not as solidified as it seems), the Max Scherzer suspension...
2023-04-241h 13Locke'd In Baseball99. MLB Opening Weekend Reactions (Special Guest)It was a glorious first weekend of baseball and the boys are back to recap it all. Luis and William give their instant reactions to every series this weekend, including the new rules in action, the electric Guardians-Mariners series, the Mets' injury issues, Jazz in center field, poor pitching all around, the abysmal Tigers, the new-feel Yankees, and more. They are also joined by special guest (and Cubs correspondent), Kayla Robinson, who attended the Cubs game on Saturday. She gives her thoughts on seeing the new rules in action, the freezing weather, the Cubs' prospects this season, some of...
2023-04-031h 11Locke'd In Baseball98. East Division Previews + Playoff & Award PredictionsThe boys are back for their final season preview podcast, this time focusing on the AL & NL East. They begin with the AL East and discuss William's team, the Yankees, and what they have NOT changed this offseason, the retooled and hungry Blue Jays, the run-it-back Rays, the lurking Orioles, and the "meh" Red Sox (2:26). They list their AL playoff teams following the AL East discussion. The two then dive into the most toxic division in baseball, the NL East, including the loaded Braves, overhyped (?) Mets, hobbled but improved Phillies, the nothing but pitching Marlins, and.... Washington (47:10). They list...
2023-03-281h 28Locke'd In Baseball97. Japan Claims Its Third WBC Title + West Division PreviewsWilliam is back in Chicago, but the podcast rolls on. The boys recap the electric semifinals and final of the WBC and discuss Mexico and Japan's game of the tournament, Team USA's inability to hit with RISP, and the movie-like Trout vs. Ohtani moment (1:02). They then preview the NL West, including, the Dodgers kitchen & bath renovations, not buying San Diego just yet, the young and exciting Diamondbacks, and 50/50 Giants and... the Rockies (19:39). Finally, the boys preview the "league pass" worthy AL West, including, the Triple-A A's, very thin yet interesting Rangers, why we liked the Angels' offseason and might...
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Locke'd In Baseball94. MLB's Top Prospects for 2023After discussing recent WBC happenings and William's game-winning half-court buzzer beater from last weekend, the boys discuss MLB's future stars. They break down Keith Law's Top 100 MLB Prospect list (while comparing it to MLB.com's list), including deep dives of the top-15 players. The hosts then pick their favorite/best bet prospects and discuss which organizations have the best farm systems moving forward. They wrap the podcast by discussing recent news and notes from Spring Training.
2023-03-091h 18Locke'd In Baseball93. A Pitch Clock Discussion, Machado Extension, Latest Spring Training UpdatesAfter opening the pod highlighting the impressive Morgan Wallen tour sites, Luis and William have a much-needed debate about the new rules in MLB and their first week in action this spring. The two discuss how the new rules will impact the game and potential interest in the sport, before analyzing how baseball might be marketing its product incorrectly. The boys then discuss the recent happenings across Spring Training including the Machado extension, some notable performers, a series of brutal injuries, the Blue Jays hiring James Click, and more.
2023-03-031h 04Locke'd In Baseball91. Baseball is BackSpring Training has finally started marking the beginning of the 2023 MLB Season. Luis and William open the pod by discussing their favorite Spring Training sites and which teams they plan to watch the most this Spring. They then dive into recent news around the league, including Corbin Burnes' awkward interview, Manny Machado's opt-out announcement, and Clayton Kershaw's withdrawal from the WBC. Will Burnes get traded? How much will Machado earn on the open market? Is Team USA in trouble? They also break down some recent transactions around the league before recapping the opening weekend of the College Baseball season.
2023-02-241h 16Locke'd In Baseball90. 2023 WBC PreviewIt is finally time for our official 2023 WBC preview podcast! Luis and William begin the podcast deep diving the tournament, its history, and the new format in this year's edition. They then break down each team's roster, assess their chances of advancing and give their predictions. The two wrap the podcast by discussing some recent news and notes around MLB.
2023-02-141h 47Locke'd In Baseball89. Recapping a Seismic NBA Trade DeadlineJoe Sieben joins the podcast to break down a league-altering trade deadline that saw a top-20 all-time player move to a new conference. The two discuss the historic precedent that KD trade set, how it affects both sides, and what its legacy will be 10 years from now. They also analyze the Kyrie Irving trade and what it means for the Mavs moving forward and whether or not Luka needs a second star. William goes on a rant about the Grizzlies' infatuation with their young players, Joe gives his thoughts on Minnesota's trade, and much more!
2023-02-101h 06Locke'd In Baseball87. Assessing the NBA's True Championship ContendersJosh Mullenix joins the show to parse through the NBA's true Finals contenders. He and William each list their contenders in each conference and give reasons as to why they will, and won't win the NBA Finals.
2023-01-271h 34Locke'd In Baseball86. Offseason Winners & Losers, Small Market Disappointment, Recent News & Notes Around MLBAfter beginning the podcast discussing Reds owner Phil Castellini's recent disappointing comments, and the pathetic effort from small market teams as a whole, Luis and William list their biggest winners and losers of the offseason. They discuss the Phillies' savvy moves, the Giants' lack of direction, the players securing the bag, the Dodgers' new plan, the most underrated storyline heading into this season, and much more. They conclude the podcast by reacting to some of MLB's latest news and rumors as we inch closer and closer to Spring Training!
2023-01-191h 20Locke'd In Baseball85. Physical Passed: Correa Back to Minnesota + Other Recent MLB HappeningsThe Carlos Correa saga has finally ended as the 28-year-old resigned with the Twins on Tuesday. Luis and William break down the move/saga itself and where it puts Minnesota in the AL pennant race - what has to go right for the Twins + what needs to happen in order for them to succeed this season. They also discuss the Phillies-Tigers trade that sent 2x All-Star Gregory Soto to Philly, bolstering their bullpen which was a weakness last season. Trevor Story got surgery on his UCL and the two hosts discuss what that means for Boston and what their...
2023-01-121h 03Locke'd In Baseball80. NBA Jump to Conclusions Week w/Josh MullenixJosh Mullenix re-joins the podcast for jump to conclusions week. William lists various NBA statements and the two decide whether or not they are jumping to that conclusion. Were we wrong about the Nets? Are the Suns and Cavs contenders? Is Paolo Banchero going to run away with the Rookie of the Year award? Are there no truly awful teams this season? All of that and much more!
2022-11-101h 13Locke'd In Baseball74. NFL Week 1 OverreactionsWilliam is joined by Luis & Joe to discuss Week 1 in the NFL, which fanbases should be concerned and who should be elated. They make their picks against the spread for Week 2 and discuss the first couple weeks of the college football season as well.
2022-09-141h 19Locke'd In Baseball73. Mock Juan Soto Trades, Why LA Should Trade Ohtani, HRD GripesThe boys are back for another MLB podcast. The Juan Soto sweepstakes are on and Luis presents William with some mock trades. The two discuss who is the best suiter for Soto. They also talk about the Angels fielding calls for Ohtani and why they would be wise to trade him, and maybe even Mike Trout as well. They then recap the ASG and discuss their issues with the Home Run Derby.
2022-07-261h 04Locke'd In Baseball71. All-Star Game BallotsLuis and William give their selections for the 2022 All-Star Game! Both starters and reserves are selected.
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Locke'd In Baseball70. Giving Houston Some Love, The Exciting Orioles Rebuild, Freddie Freeman's Awkward Return to AtlantaAfter spending a week on the IL with a non-COVID-related illness, Luis is back for a jam-packed podcast. The Astros went through a challenging part of their schedule and went 7-2, the boys discuss why they are winning and their postseason prospects. The Orioles went 14-12 in June and all of a sudden there is optimism in Baltimore. Luis and William compare Baltimore's rebuild to others (like PIT, CIN and DET) and pick which team will contend the soonest. They also talk about Freddie Freeman's awkward return to Atlanta, Juan Soto turning down another massive contract offer, San Diego's...
2022-07-051h 09Locke'd In Baseball68. Who Can Actually Win the World Series?It's Luis's birthday and the boys are excited for an outstanding slate of baseball this week. Since it feels like no one outside of the New York teams have separated themselves this season, they go through and determine which teams can actually win the World Series. They then discuss the up-and-coming Cleveland Guardians. What has gone right for them this season? What makes them so exciting? Should they make a move at the deadline to push for the division and a playoff run? William then gives a College World Series update, before the two go through their Weekly Awards.
2022-06-211h 08Locke'd In Baseball67. The Warriors Win Another Title, Steph Curry's Greatness, NBA Draft PreviewWilliam is joined by college roommate and fellow basketball junkie Josh Mullenix to discuss the Golden State Warriors winning their fourth NBA title in eight years. The two discuss where Steph Curry stands in the pantheon of all-time greats, the other Warriors contributing pieces, if the Warriors are a dynasty, and where they go heading forward. They also analyze the Finals from Boston's perspective. What went wrong for them? What happened to Jayson Tatum? Will they make it back? The two wrap the podcast by breaking down some of the top prospects in Thursday night's NBA Draft, and also...
2022-06-191h 11Locke'd In Baseball66. Luis Pulls a Cowboys, Atlanta's Resurgence, Dodgers' Struggles, Weekly AwardsThe boys are back for another podcast recapping the week that was in MLB. After discussing Luis's blown lead to William in fantasy baseball, they break down Atlanta's win streak and what changed for them. They then discuss the Dodgers' struggles and if there is a bit of complacency in Los Angeles. They touch on the College Baseball tournament and the Jazz Chisolm story that came out this week, before getting into Weekly Awards.
2022-06-141h 08Locke'd In Baseball64. A College Baseball Travesty, Robo Umps, Angels Rant, The Frustrating Phillies and Weekly AwardsWilliam opens this week's podcast with a rant about the ending of the Michigan-Louisville game before Luis talks about some of the awful umpiring lately. The two discuss if robotic umpires are needed. They then voice their frustrations about the struggling Angels and their lack of leadership. The Phillies fired Joe Girardi this week, so the two break down that team and whether or not they can turn it around this season. They close the podcast with their weekly awards.
2022-06-071h 09Locke'd In Baseball63. Joc & Pham Incident, Twins Deep Dive, Rockies License Plate Uniforms, Sleeper D-Backs?William and Luis are back to recap a wild week in Major League Baseball. In one of the stranger stories in recent memory, Tommy Pham slapped Joc Pederson during batting practice. The boys react, take sides, and ultimately talk about how this story is getting way too much publicity. They then break down the Minnesota Twins' season and debate whether or not they can contend for a division crown. What is wrong with Byron Buxton? Is the pitching good enough? They then discuss the sleeper Arizona Diamondbacks and their Wild Card chances. They wrap with their weekly superlatives, including...
2022-05-311h 22Locke'd In Baseball62. Cardinals Deep Dive w/ Alden CarawayDie-hard St. Louis Cardinals fan Alden Caraway joins Luis & William to discuss the Cardinals' up and down season. They break down every aspect of the Cardinals, why it feels like they can be so much better than they are, and what the ceiling is for this team moving forward. They then go around the league discussing the previous week of action. They list their players of the week, team of the week, Pushing P team, and much more.
2022-05-241h 03Locke'd In Baseball57. Miggy's 3k, 0-6 White Sox, Expansion RumorsWilliam and Luis reconvene to recap another exciting week in MLB, first breaking down the Yankees' week including the game William went to on Tuesday in Detroit. They then discuss Miguel Cabrera becoming the 33rd member of the 3,000 hit club and break down his outstanding career as a whole. The two also cover the 0-6 White Sox week and whether or not they are concerned about their chances in the AL Central. Other topics include: Team of the Week, MLB expansion rumors, Angel Hernandez, Pushing P, and top upcoming series.
2022-04-261h 20Locke'd In Baseball56. Grizzlies-Timberwolves Split in Memphis + First Round NBA Playoff Reactions w/Joe SiebenJoe Sieben joins the podcast to discuss all things NBA Playoffs. William and Joe break down the Grizzlies-Wolves series from a Memphis and Minnesota perspective before going around the league. Can the Warriors come out of the West? Is Phoenix in trouble against New Orleans without Devin Booker? They also discuss the riveting Brooklyn-Boston series and Kyrie's antics, a rejuvenated Philadelphia, and a sleeping monster in Miami. They close by giving some predictions for the remainder of the NBA Playoffs.
2022-04-2054 minLocke'd In Baseball55. Kershaw's Could Have Been, Unwritten Rules, Yankee Struggles, TOTW, Pushing PLuis and William are back in studio to recap the week that was in the MLB. They discuss the Yankees' struggles to produce runs in Baltimore, Clayton Kershaw's almost perfect game, an unwritten rules incident in San Francisco, Tampa Bay's early problems, and Hunter Greene's brilliance. They also do their first Pushing P segment before unveiling their Team of the Week. All that and much more on this week's MLB recap.
2022-04-191h 13Locke'd In Baseball54. An Entertaining MLB Opening WeekendLuis and William recap Opening Weekend in MLB. They discuss Aaron Judge turning down a 7-year contract extension from the Yankees and what that means for the team and player this season. They break down some of the major series from the weekend, including TEX-TOR and HOU-LAA, before getting into Rookie Corner and a few other topics. They wrap the podcast with their Pitcher and Hitter of the Week.
2022-04-121h 02Locke'd In Baseball51. The MLB Lockout: What is Happening? Who to Blame? What is Next?William finally breaks his silence on the MLB lockout following Rob Manfred's announcement that the first two series of the season will be canceled. He does his best to break down the CBA negotiations in layman's terms before giving his opinions on the entire ordeal.
2022-03-0344 minLocke'd In Baseball50. NBA Bright Futures Draft With Joe SiebenWilliam is joined by Joe Sieben for their first annual NBA Bright Futures Draft. Each host drafts 5 teams that they think have the brightest futures over the next 5-10 years. Criteria includes: current players, cap flexibility, future draft picks, free agency potential, coaching, culture, etc.
2022-02-181h 22Locke'd In Baseball48. Jim Harbaugh is STAYING at Michigan, Early Super Bowl Leans, NHL Futures MarketWilliam is joined by Joe Sieben for an episode that was originally planned to be an emergency podcast discussing Jim Harbaugh's move to the Minnesota Vikings. Instead, the two discuss Harbaugh staying and what that means for both Michigan and Minnesota. They also talk about their Super Bowl picks a week and a half out of the game, and the wild NFL playoffs as a whole. They close by giving some picks to win the Stanley Cup.
2022-02-0342 minLocke'd In Baseball47. The State of College Football & The Memphis Grizzlies' Massive Leap w/Armand AminiWilliam begins the podcast talking about the talent gap issue in College Football and some potential fixes. He also reacts to the Jim Harbaugh NFL rumors. Armand then joins the show to break down the Memphis Grizzlies' massive leap so far this season, early All-NBA teams, the MVP race and Western Conference title contenders.
2022-01-091h 21Locke'd In Baseball45. Conference Championship Recap & CFP Announcement Reaction/PreviewThe dust has settled and we finally have our 4 teams for the College Football Playoff. William reacts to all of the major conference title games from last weekend before breaking down the playoff selection process and the two matchups on New Year's Eve. He also talks about a couple of the recent head coaching moves.
2021-12-0757 minLocke'd In Baseball44. College Football Rivalry Week Recap, Top-10 Rankings Heading into Conference Championship Weekend, A Weird Heisman Race, and Lincoln Riley to USCWilliam recaps a wild final week in the College Football regular season, headlined by a dominant Michigan 42-27 win over the Ohio State Buckeyes. He then gives his top-10 rankings heading into Conference Championship Weekend, breaking down every team and the season they just completed. To wrap the podcast, he breaks down an unusual Heisman race that does not include a clear front-runner for the first time in recent memory. He also gives his thoughts on Lincoln Riley's sudden departure from Oklahoma in hopes of rebuilding a struggling USC program.
2021-11-291h 11Locke'd In Baseball43. Yankees Offseason PrimerWilliam is back to talk about all the Yankees' moves since their loss in the Wild Card game on October 6. He gives his thoughts on the Aaron Boone contract, the Yankees' reported willingness to make significant change this offseason, Yankees free agency rumors, the impending MLB lockout, and much more. It is shaping up to be an interesting offseason and William breaks it all down on this episode.
2021-11-2252 minLocke'd In Baseball41. NBA Eastern Conference Early Season BreakdownArmand & Luis join William to break down the NBA Eastern Conference roughly 15 games into the season. They discuss every team and their realistic expectations, including whether the Wizards & Cavs are legit, if Brooklyn's role players are good enough, if Milwaukee is better this year, if Chicago can contend for a Finals birth, and more.
2021-11-151h 11Locke'd In Baseball40. NFL Jump to Conclusions WeekJoe and Luis join William to jump (or not jump) to some conclusions at roughly the quarter mark of the 2021 NFL season. Are the Cowboys legit Super Bowl contenders? Can the Panthers win the NFC South? Are the Bills frontrunners in the AFC? They also discuss the underperforming rookie QB class, the surging Cardinals, the exciting AFC West, and more. The co-hosts wrap the podcast by giving some quick MLB Playoff predictions.
2021-10-071h 05Locke'd In Baseball39. Yankees Embarrassed in Wild Card Game Tuesday Night in BostonThe Yankees lost in embarrassing fashion on Tuesday night and William breaks down every aspect of it. Is Gerrit Cole injured? What happened to the offense? Why did this team have so many games like this throughout the season? He also goes through the fundamental issues within the Yankees organization and why change needs to come about this offseason.
2021-10-0647 minLocke'd In Baseball38. Yankees Make the Playoffs After Difficult Week, Face Red Sox at Fenway in Wild Card Game Tuesday NightThe Yankees made the playoffs in game 162 of 162 and William recaps the entire week that led up to it in this podcast. He discusses the series win in Toronto that included Aaron Judge going yard twice against Cy Young frontrunner Robbie Ray, Gerrit Cole struggling for his third straight start, and Nestor Cortes being Nestor Cortes. He then discusses the disappointing series against Tampa and the scenarios that came into play in the final game of the season on Sunday afternoon. William ends the podcast by previewing the Wild Card game on Tuesday night in Boston, discussing the pitching...
2021-10-0449 minLocke'd In Baseball37. The Yankees Sweep Boston in Fenway, Go 6-0 on the WeekWilliam recaps an exhilarating week for the Yankees that included series sweeps over Texas and Boston. He discusses Giancarlo's massive week including an iconic grand slam, the Yankees' clutch hitting, a rock-solid bullpen, solid starting pitching, and much more. He also previews the massive week ahead in the MLB.
2021-09-2736 minLocke'd In Baseball36. The Yankees Struggles Continue, Losing 2 of 3 to Cleveland and Dropping Another Game to BaltimoreWilliam is back this week to dissect that past two, super disappointing, weeks of Yankee baseball that included a sweep of Toronto and series losses to the Mets and Cleveland. Where did things go wrong? How can a team that won 13-straight games play this poorly? He discusses the fundamental issues of this Yankee team and whether or not he even wants them to make the playoffs if missing them altogether brings about change to the structure of the organization.
2021-09-2048 minLocke'd In Baseball35. The Yankees Lose a Series to the Baltimore OriolesWilliam is back to recap an abysmal week for the Yankees, which included a series loss to the Angels and Orioles. He discusses Andrew Heaney's continued struggles, Joey Gallo's time in New York, Luke Voit's leg kick, Gerrit Cole being the lone bright spot, and more. With the division seemingly out of reach, William gives an overview of this week's schedule and the potential of the Yankees going to Boston for a one-game, winner takes all Wild Card matchup with the Red Sox.
2021-09-0648 minLocke'd In Baseball34. NFL & CFB Season Previews, NBA Free Agency Quick Reactions, Bishop Sycamore FiascoJoe Sieben re-joins William on the podcast and the two each give the five NFL players they are most excited to watch this season, 3 teams that they think will surprise and 2 teams they think will disappoint. They then preview the CFB season by discussing which teams could potentially sneak into the playoff, the larger issue with CFB, and how to fix it, before breaking down the Big Ten. Finally, the duo gives some quick reactions to some of the major NBA free agency moves including the revamped Lakers, new-look Heat & Bulls, and more. They wrap up the podcast by...
2021-09-021h 43Locke'd In Baseball33. Yankees Reach 13 Straight Wins, Offense Goes Quiet on Weekend, Mets Players Bark Back at Fans, Yankee Weekly Update Podcast #4William recaps a 4-2 week for the Yankees that saw them reach a 13-game winning streak for the first time since 1961. He discusses Giancarlo Stanton's hot week, Gerrit Cole's huge start, the offense's struggles against Montas and Blackburn, and much more. He wraps the podcast giving his thoughts on the Mets players giving the "thumbs down" gesture to fans in response to being booed for their recent struggles.
2021-08-3152 minLocke'd In Baseball32. Yankees Take Control of the Wild Card, Go 7-0 on the Week including Sweep of Boston, Deep Diving Ways MLB Can Improve the League, Yankees Weekly Update Podcast #3William recaps another successful week of Yankee baseball which featured a sweep of rivals Boston and a rain-shortened sweep of the Minnesota Twins. He discusses Luke Voit's claim for playing time, Gerrit Cole's return from the Covid-IL, Andrew Heaney's surprise start, and more. He then discusses ESPN's article from Tuesday in which each writer gave an idea on how the MLB can improve its product (43:26). Everything from expansion, paying minor leaguers, and rethinking the commissioner position is discussed.
2021-08-221h 12Locke'd In Baseball31. Field of Dreams Game Dramatics, A Rare Win for MLB, Two Series Wins, King Nestor Cortes Jr. Yankees Weekly Update Podcast #2William breaks down another successful week for the Yankees that included two series wins against AL Central teams and an unforgettable Field of Dreams game. He gives his thoughts on said Field of Dreams game in Iowa, Andrew Heaney's and the Yankees bullpen struggles, a surging Aaron Judge, Nestor Cortes Jr's dominance, and more. He then hits on some other news and notes around the league including Tyler Gilbert's no-hitter in his first MLB start, the rarity of the perfect game, and Chris Sale and Fernando Tatis Jr. returning to their respective teams (57:10).
2021-08-161h 06Locke'd In Baseball30. Luis Gil is a Legit Starter, Yankees go 5-2, Should MLB Institute Mercy Rule? Yankees Weekly Recap Podcast #1In his first weekly Yankees recap, William discusses Luis Gil's surprising first two starts in the big leagues. He also talks about the massive difference Rizzo and Gallo make by adding two lefty bats to the lineup, Heaney's struggles, great new bullpen additions, and more. He wraps the podcast by taking a trip around the bigs and hitting on some news and notes from around the league, including Brock Holt's pitching performance and the MLB's need for a mercy rule (41:02).
2021-08-0951 minLocke'd In Baseball29. MLB Trade Deadline/NBA Draft Winners and LosersJoe Sieben joins Luis and William to break down this week's MLB trade deadline and NBA Draft. The three list their biggest winners and losers from both events, including the Yankees, Red Sox, Orlando Magic, and Golden State Warriors. They also hit on some "quick-hitting" topics at the end including Texas & Oklahoma's move to the SEC, Tate Martell, the Olympics, and more.
2021-08-021h 10Locke'd In Baseball27. NBA Draft Lottery ReactionJoe Sieben joins Armand and William to react to the NBA Draft Lottery that took place on Tuesday night. They discuss what the Pistons should do at number one and why Cade Cunningham might not be a lock to land in Detroit on draft night. They also discuss Houston's options at number two, Toronto's potential to become contenders in the East again with their luck on lottery night, possible draft-night trades, Golden State's needs at #7, a dilemma in New Orleans, and much more. They conclude the podcast debating the most tortured sports cities in the country, a bit on...
2021-06-231h 16Locke'd In Baseball26. An All-Time Durant Game, Breaking Down the NBA Playoffs, Our Top-20 NBA Players, The Night Of Series RecapArmand and William are back discussing the NBA, this time they lead with their reactions to an All-Time Kevin Durant performance in Game 5 against Milwaukee. They also break down the impact Kawhi's knee injury will have on the Utah-Clippers series, CP3's positive COVID-19 test and its impact on the Suns' title hopes, and Joel Embiid, and the prospects of winning an NBA Title with your best player being a big-man. William then lists his top-20 NBA players and Armand reacts (51:10). Finally, the two discuss the HBO Mini-Series The Night Of, starring Riz Ahmed and John Turturro (1:12:35).
2021-06-171h 43Locke'd In Baseball24. 2021 MLB Season PreviewLuis and William are back to preview every single aspect of the 2021 MLB season. They preview every team's season before giving their over/under win projections, division standings, pennant/World Series winners, and also MVP predictions!
2021-03-312h 09Locke'd In Baseball23. NCAA Tournament Preview w/Josh MullenixWilliam is joined by college roommate Josh Mullenix to preview the 2021 NCAA Tournament.
2021-03-181h 14Locke'd In Baseball21. Catching up with Stella FilipiakIn this pod Armand and William are joined by English study abroad friend Stella Filipiak. After talking about the current state of the night-life industry in London, the three play a game trying to decipher various slang phrases in their respective countries. The winner gets a free night out on the town in London (whenever COVID ends and Armand and William can actually travel abroad again.) It is safe to say say that Armand and William learned a lot about English slang in this podcast!
2021-01-2754 minLocke'd In Baseball20. NFL Divisional Round Recap and Title Weekend PreviewWilliam and Luis recap all of the Divisional round NFL matchups including, KC's near-disaster against Cleveland, the potential end of an era in New Orleans, and Baltimore's offensive struggles. They then preview the two Conference Championship games this weekend and pick their most desirable Super Bowl matchups. The two co-hosts finish the podcast with some Deshaun Watson speculation and a rapid-fire reaction to the recent head coaching hires.
2021-01-221h 18Locke'd In Baseball19. Buying or Selling Early NBA Storylines, Our Team and Player Power Rankings, & a bit of FIFA BanterIn the podcast's first episode of 2021, Armand and William discuss whether they are buying or selling some of the early headlines in the NBA. Are the Knicks actually.... good? Can the Suns push the Lakers in the west? Is Nikola Jokic an MVP frontrunner? They then list their top 5 teams in the league through 8 games (William has a big surprise at 3,) and their top 15 players. The boys wrap up the podcast with a bit of discussion about FIFA TOTY voting and the painful wait for the game's biggest promotion. All that and more on this episode of the Critic's C...
2021-01-081h 47Locke'd In Baseball18. Holiday Bracket w/ Josh CleinArmand, Luis, and William are joined by friend Josh Clein for this edition of The Critic's Corner. After discussing some of the weekend's NFL action, the boys get into the holiday spirit and dive into their 32-holiday bracket, aiming to determine the greatest holiday of them all. Enjoy the pod and happy holidays to all of our great listeners!
2020-12-221h 22Locke'd In Baseball16. Determining the Greatest Taylor Swift Song of All Time w/ Joe SiebenIn the 16th edition of The Critic's Corner, Armand, Luis, and William are joined by a very special guest and good friend of the podcast, Joe Sieben. After discussing study abroad memories and some current talking points in the sports world, the boys dive into their 64-song Taylor Swift bracket (7:25). They then finish up the podcast by asking Joe some rapid-fire questions, including his ideal first date and his favorite place to go out in London (1:10:39).
2020-11-121h 21Locke'd In Baseball15. The NBA Off-Season & Our First MailbagWith the NBA offseason upon us, the boys discuss all of the main talking points surrounding an uncertain future in the league. What are Golden State's options with the #2 pick? How does Milwaukee fix the difficult situation they find themselves in? What should Indiana do with Oladipo? They then go through their first-ever edition of the mailbag, including a couple of Halloween themed questions and Luis's ideal first date. Finally, William lists his gambling locks for this weekend and Armand gives some streaming recommendations. All that and much more on an exciting episode of the podcast.
2020-10-311h 26Locke'd In Baseball14. The Seven Tiers of NFL QuarterbacksArmand and William are again joined by Luis Barranco, who gives an interesting story about his Thursday night at a Mexican restaurant. The three then debate the seven tiers of current NFL quarterbacks. Are Josh Allen and Ryan Tannehill elite? Is Lamar Jackson tier 1? William then unveils his college football and NFL gambling locks of the weekend before Armand lists some TV/movie suggestions.
2020-10-241h 10Locke'd In Baseball13. Transfer Window Winners & Losers, MLB Playoffs, NFL Quarter ReportAfter an interesting intro, Armand and Luis react to William's winners and losers of the Premier League transfer window. Did Chelsea address all of their needs? What is the problem at Manchester United? They then discuss the MLB Divisional Round and the possibility of a New York vs. LA World Series. Finally, the boys give their thoughts on the current state of the NFL at the quarter mark of the season. Are the Bills contenders or pretenders? Who is the best team in the NFC? Should Aaron Donald be mentioned in the MVP race? All that and much more...
2020-10-071h 25Locke'd In Baseball11. All-Time NBA DraftArmand, Luis, and William are joined by friend Edward Dimbo for a long-overdue NBA podcast. The boys begin the podcast by giving their thoughts on recent developments in the NBA playoffs including: the LA teams on a crash course for the WCF, what's going wrong in Milwaukee, Heat culture, and more. They then conduct an All-Time NBA snake-style fantasy draft, each selecting a 13-man roster including 10 all-time players, two current players based on potential, and one "meme" player (18:40).
2020-09-071h 29Locke'd In Baseball10. 2019 SEC/National Baseball Champion and Current Strength & Conditioning Coach Walker Grisanti - The Gym Corner Vol. 2In this episode of The Gym Corner, Luis and William are joined by former Vanderbilt baseball player and William's high school teammate, Walker Grisanti. They discuss the differences between offseason and in-season training, lifting for position players vs. pitchers, the experience of winning a national championship, Walker's favorite Coach Corbin story, gym pet peeves, and more. Luis and William also discuss what college gyms will look like in the fall and future Gym Corner episode ideas.
2020-08-0534 minLocke'd In Baseball8. The Gym Corner Vol. 1 - The Art That is the Workout PlaylistWilliam is joined by friend Luis Barranco for their first edition of "The Gym Corner." In their inaugural episode, the boys discuss the importance of having a versatile workout playlist, the different types of music listeners at the gym, the best artists to listen to while working out, and more. They also created the ultimate workout playlist that is guaranteed to increase your gains by 25% (Link below).
Link to the playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0xsOBhiDK2tty3KUc2BFM5?si=MSwkjFm-SBeAwEzjDFZAeA
2020-07-1548 minLocke'd In Baseball7. Old and New Hollywood with Kian Mirnezam, Top 1970s Movies, Actors and DirectorsIt's a long one, but we think it's our best one yet. Kian Mirnezam, screenwriter and recent USC School of Cinematic Arts graduate, joins the show to discuss both Old and New Hollywood, Humphrey Bogart, The Godfather, his favorite directors of the 1970s and more (1:29). Armand and William then dive into their top 6 1970s movies (29:15) before having the Godfather Part I vs. Part II debate (1:06:20). They then analyze the decade's Best Picture Academy Award Winners (1:29:17) before listing their top actors (1:35:33) and directors of the decade (1:45:53).
2020-07-071h 48Locke'd In Baseball6. Why This Will be the Most Competitive MLB Season Yet, Stop Over-Analyzing the NBA Schedule, and World Football RoundupBaseball is back, so Armand and William give their thoughts on the upcoming season and whether or not the 2020 World Series Champion will have an asterisk next to their name (1:52). The NBA released the schedule for the upcoming Orlando Bubble and the boys talk about why people need to stop dissecting each team's road to the playoffs (13:00). Finally, World Football is in full swing so the boys give you a complete update on the Premier League race for top 4 and relegation battle (24:04), the EFL Championship (43:23), and La Liga (47:15).
2020-07-0353 minLocke'd In Baseball5. Determining the Greatest Drake Song of All TimeArmand and William welcome their first-ever guest to the podcast, an esteemed colleague, music fan, and friend Luis Barranco. They go through a 68-song Drake bracket in order to determine his GOAT song. The boys start out discussing why Drake is the artist of our generation before getting into the bracket (10:33) and finally ranking their top 5 Drake albums (59:02).
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