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Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Kevin Karel, the Play-by-Play Voice of the Rome Braves (Braves Single-A Affiliate), to talk about the two infielders that the Orioles acquired in the trade for Tommy Milone — AJ Graffanino and Greg Cullen. Connor and Kevin talk:-How will Graffanino respond from the injury issues that caused him to miss all of 2019?-What is his best position on the diamond?-Can his bat play in the big leagues despite the lack of home run power?-How good is Cullen's bat, and where does he fit best defensively?But first, Connor recaps Thursday's spring training game, and highlights performances from Ramón Urias and Bruce Zimmermann.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON20,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Spenser Davis, the Pitch Development Coordinator at Next Level Athletic Development, to talk about his work this offseason with Baltimore Orioles RHP Brenan Hanifee. Connor and Spenser talk:-How Spenser got connected with Hanifee-The work they did with the sinker that Hanifee is known for-How they upgraded Hanifee's offspeed pitches-What kind of data and technology was used and how Hanifee bought in to itPlus, Connor breaks down the key statlines from the Orioles last two spring training games, including performances from César Valdez, Mickey Jannis, Austin Hays, Cedric Mullins, and others. And then, a look at the latest news about delaying the Triple-A season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON20,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at 

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Gabrielle Starr, the Host of Locked On Red Sox, for the first installment of our Locked On AL East Crossover episodes. This week, we preview the Boston Red Sox. Connor and Gabrielle talk:-With Chris Sale still injured, who will be Boston's starting pitchers this season?-Will the pitching still be the main issue for the Red Sox?-With Andrew Benintendi, Jackie Bradley, and Mookie Betts all gone, who will patrol the outfield at Fenway Park?-Season predictions for both the Orioles and Red SoxSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.co

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Ryan Posner, the Media Relations Director for the Sugar Land Skeeters (formerly of the Independent Atlantic League), to talk about one of the Baltimore Orioles recent minor-league signings — RHP Konner Wade. Connor and Ryan talk:-Wade's path from minor league baseball to the independent leagues-What made him so effective on the mound in Sugar Land in 2018-What led to him signing a minor-league contract with the Red Sox in 2019-Wade's stuff on the mound and what role he could fit into with the OriolesBut first, Connor gives his three big takeaways from the Orioles spring training game against the Phillies on Monday, including thoughts on DJ Stewart, Evan Phillips, and the Rule-5 Picks (Mac Sceroler and Tyler Wells).Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trus

Host Connor Newcomb answers your Baltimore Orioles questions on another 'Mailbag Monday' episode. Connor answers three questions today:1) Will the Orioles do more bunting in 2021?-Cedric Mullins will still bunt for base hits, but there will be no sacrifice bunting or "small ball"2) How will speed and versatility factor into the Orioles Opening Day roster decisions?-Speed could give Mullins and Ryan McKenna an edge-Jahmai Jones' speed and versatility make him a good bench candidate3) Will the Orioles use an opener this season?-César Valdez and Dillon Tate could be interesting options in that roleSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. R

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Ethan Smith, Host of Locked On Pirates, to talk about the Baltimore Orioles and Pittsburgh Pirates and compare their rebuilds ahead of their Spring Training matchup on Sunday. Connor and Ethan talk:-Why the target year to win again is 2023 for both teams-How each team's GM has gotten so many good prospects for both sides-Why it sucks to see payroll being cut and veterans being traded-Who are prospects set to debut in 2021 for both sides?-Who are we most excited to see in Spring Training?-Are Pirates and Orioles fans getting tired of all this losing?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low pr

Host Connor Newcomb take a look at some of the future odds for the 2021 MLB season at BetOnline.ag . Connor talks:-Do the Baltimore Orioles deserve to have the worst odds in baseball to win their division?-Why he's taking the over (63.5) on Orioles wins this season-Who has the best odds to win AL and NL MVP?-John Means and Alex Cobb (somehow) showed up on the AL Cy Young odds leaderboardSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Connor Newcomb answers your Baltimore Orioles questions on another 'Mailbag Monday' episode. Today's listener questions: What are your expectations for Félix Hernández? How would you rank Hunter Harvey, Dillon Tate, and Tanner Scott in terms of trusting them in high-leverage situations? Who will be the Orioles top fantasy baseball player? Connor talks:-We need to have realistic expectations for Félix Hernández-It might be time to pump the brakes on Hunter Harvey-Trey Mancini could be the biggest steal in fantasy baseball draftsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Tim Hagerty, the Play-by-Play voice of the El Paso Chihuahuas (Padres AAA Affiliate) to discuss one of the Orioles recent minor-league signings — INF Seth Mejias-Brean. Connor and Tim talk:-Brean's breakout 2019 AAA season in El Paso-The moment he finally got called up to the big leagues-His success in his 14 games with the Padres-Brean's defensive versatility in the infield-How he could potentially help the Orioles in 2021-The hype surrounding the Padres heading into this seasonBut first, Connor gives a rundown of the news coming out of Orioles Spring Training this week involving Félix Hernández, the starting infield, Jahmai Jones, Trey Mancini, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonli

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Mike Adams, the Co-Owner and Pitching Coordinator at the Baseball Performance Center, to talk about Matt Harvey and his work at the facility last week. Connor and Mike talk:-What Harvey came to the BPC to work on-How he was able to improve the vertical movement on his pitches-Harvey accepting criticism and help from guys who never played in the bigs-A breakdown of what the Baseball Performance Center has accomplished-Can Harvey help the Orioles in 2021?Plus, Connor recaps Harvey's rollercoaster pitching career to this point.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Andrew Bandstra, the Play-by-Play Voice of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, to talk about RHP Dusten Knight, whom the Orioles signed to a minor-league contract last week. Connor and Andrew talk:-Knight's move to a starting role in the Atlantic League after being a reliever for his entire minor-league career-The experience he can bring to a clubhouse at age 30-His backflips on the mound-His live fastball and put-away stuff despite standing under six feet tallBut first, Connor takes a look at the non-roster invitees who will be reporting to Spring Training in Sarasota this week.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more ab

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by two guests to talk about two recent Orioles minor-league signings. First, Rogelio Castillo, the Co-Host of the TigersSRD Podcast, joins the pod to discuss RHP Spenser Watkins. Connor and Rogelio talk:-Watkins' six season in the Tigers system-Did his AAA struggles impede him from ever making it to the major leagues?-Can he contribute to the Orioles as an innings-eater?Then, Pat McCarthy, the Play-by-Play voice of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Phillies AAA Affiliate), joins the pod to discuss INF Malquin Canelo. Connor and Pat talk:-Canelo's eight season in the Phillies system-How his elite defense could help him contribute with the Orioles-Did his lack of power at the plate keep him from ever making the bigs?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonl

The latest from Atlanta where they are getting ready to host an NBA All-Star game that players don't want and fans are confused over. LeBron James sends the Lakers into overtime against the Thunder. The Suns ended the Milwaukee Bucks win streak. Karl-Anthony Towns returned for the first time since contracting COVID-19. A 5-team trade in the WNBA. Are the Jets the most interesting NFL team this offseason? Plus, Can the Vikings pull off what the Buccaneers did? It's the Q of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Zach Spedden, the Co-Host of the BSL 'On The Verge' Podcast, to "buy, sell, or hold" on the stock in 2021 for five Orioles pitching prospects — Cody Sedlock, Alex Wells, Kevin Smith, Zach Muckenhirn, and Drew Rom. Connor and Zach talk:-Does Cody Sedlock have any chance of still getting to the big leagues?-Will Alex Wells' approach on the mound have success in the majors?-Why Wells is so easy to root for-Can Kevin Smith rise as fast in the Orioles system as he did in the Mets system?-Why Orioles fans may need to know the name Zach Muckenhirn sometime soon-Is Drew Rom a future Orioles starter or a future trade piece as a prospect?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Zach Spedden, the Co-Host of the BSL 'On The Verge' Podcast, to talk to "buy, sell, or hold" on the stock for five Orioles minor-league position players in 2021 — Gunnar Henderson, Adam Hall, Yusiel Díaz, Johnny Rizer, and Ryan McKenna. Connor and Zach talk:-Why has Gunnar Henderson gotten so much hype around baseball?-Will he stick at shortstop and be the Orioles starter by 2023?-Why is no one talking about Adam Hall?-How Yusniel Díaz's path to the big leagues continues to get tougher-Why the final evaluation of the Manny Machado trade hinges on his success-Could Johnny Rizer continue to quickly rise through the system?-Will Ryan McKenna ever play in the big league with Baltimore?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Jordan Shusterman, a noted Mariners fan and the Co-Host of the Baseball BBQ Podcast on the Ringer Podcast Network, to talk about the Orioles signing Félix Hernández and Wade LeBlanc to minor-league deals this week. Connor and Jordan discuss:-Jordan's feelings on King Félix pitching in a different uniform-What happened to Hernández that made him take a huge step back in 2018 and 2019 in Seattle-His potential for success in Baltimore coming off a solid spring training with the Braves last year-Wade LeBlanc's fantastic 2018 season with the Mariners-Can he still channel that success after back-to-back rough seasons?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for yo

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Taylor Blake Ward, a baseball writer who covers the Angels and the MLB Draft, to talk about 2B Jahmai Jones, whom the Orioles received from the Angels in the Alex Cobb trade. Connor and Taylor talk:-Why Jones was once the No. 1 prospect in the Angels system-How swing changes and position changes stunted his progression a bit-Why the Angels were willing to move on from him-Can he produce at the major league level for the Orioles in 2021?-What is Jones' ceiling as an MLB second baseman?Plus, Connor gives updates on the financial specifics of the trade, and talks about the Orioles re-signing Wade LeBlanc and seeing Hanser Alberto sign with the Royals.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag an

Host Connor Newcomb breaks down the Orioles trade that sends RHP Alex Cobb to the Angels in exchange for INF prospect Jahmai Jones. Connor talks:-How much of the $15 million remaining on Cobb's contract will the Orioles have to eat?-This move frees up space to sign a cheaper veteran starting pitcher-This also gives the younger arms on the 40-man roster a chance-This makes Mancini and Santander trades much less likely-Can the Angels fix Cobb?-How did Mike Elias get a prospect as good as Jones?-Where does Jones fit in on the Orioles 2021 roster?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Jeff Carr, the Host of the Locked On Reds Podcast, to break down the Orioles signing of SS Freddy Glavis to a one-year, $1.5 million deal. Connor and Jeff talk:-Galvis' time with the Reds 2019-20-How Galvis elevated his offensive production in Cincinnati-Is he still a great defensive player at age 31?-What should the Orioles' realistic expectations be for Galvis in 2021?-The veteran leadership he should bring to the Orioles clubhousePlus, Connor recaps Galvis' 9-year career in the big leagues so far and talks about how he fits into the Orioles lineup.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

Host Connor Newcomb is joined by Josh Neighbors, the Host of the Locked On Nationals Podcast, to break down all the changes made by MASN this week and what they mean for both the Orioles and the Nationals. Connor and Josh talk:-Which broadcasters are no longer with the Orioles and Nationals-Who will fill those roles for both teams in 2021-What will happen now that there are no pregame or postgame shows on MASN-How have the fans on both sides reacted to the news?-How will the new MASN app change things for baseball fans in the area?-What does the future hold for MASN?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co