Rays and A's: Two teams, two tiny payrolls, two minor league ballparks - but only one is winning. What's the secret behind Tampa Bay's surprising success?

Kevin Weiss and Boony break down the contrasting seasons of the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland Athletics. They explore how the Rays have overcome stadium challenges and injuries to thrive, while the A's struggle with morale. The hosts analyze recent trades, including the Joe Boyle deal, and speculate on potential deadline moves. They also predict outcomes for the upcoming Rays-A's series, discussing key pitchers like Drew Rasmussen and Shane Baz.

Tune in for insider perspectives on how these small-market teams navigate financial constraints and stadium issues while competing in the big leagues.

0:00 Intro: Locked On Rays podcast introduction

3:23 Rays' unexpected success and young players

6:24 Comparing Rays and A's stadium situations

10:12 Potential playoff venues for the Rays

13:26 Joe Boyle's dominance and Rays' pitching depth

18:04 Rays' potential trade deadline moves

20:48 Hypothetical trade proposal discussion

24:06 Series preview: Rays vs Athletics matchups

27:16 Rays' rotation breakdown and predictions

29:16 Outro: Locked on MLB Game Night promo

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