Tampa Bay Rays' Starting Rotation DEPTH will be SEVERELY Tested in 2026

Tampa Bay Rays face pitching dilemma as Shane McClanahan's injury reshapes rotation plans. Can the team navigate this setback and maintain their playoff aspirations?Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano dissect the Rays' strategy in light of McClanahan's season-ending injury, exploring potential contract extensions and the 2026 pitching outlook. Channel 10 WTSP Sports Director Evan Closky offers insights on Erik Neander's roster decisions, including the possibility of locking in Junior Caminero long-term.The hosts analyze the importance of outfield defense, reminiscing about elite defenders like Kevin Kiermaier, and evaluate prospects such as Tristan Peters and Everson Pereira.Tune in for expert analysis on how the Rays might overcome this pitching challenge and position themselves for future success in the competitive AL East.0:00 Shane McClanahan injury update5:53 Potential contract extension for McClanahan13:32 Analyzing Rays' 2026 starting rotation options20:19 Bullpen roles and closer situation28:32 Closky on the Clock segment begins31:41 Junior Caminero extension and priorities34:46 Rays' slim playoff chances for 2025Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts...Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/...#Rays #TampaBayRays #MLBSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYTime to fuel up and turn it up with 5-hour ENERGY®️ Transfusion! Go to https://5hourenergy.com today and use my promo code LOCKEDONGOLF to receive 20% off your order. This offer is only valid until September 30th on one order and cannot be used with other promotions. The code is not good on subscription orders.  OpenPhoneStreamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonmlbGameday HueLet your colors talk—because colors speak louder than words. Right now, you can get 15% off with code MLB15 at GamedayHue.com.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.