Sports Day Tampa Bay

Bucs' Egbuka Scare, Hurst Flashes, and a Rays Historic Road Trip

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:07:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down a strong finish for the Buccaneers in their second joint practice against the Jets, highlighted by an efficient Baker Mayfield, a two-minute drill touchdown to Cade Otten, and a defense that shut the door when it mattered. Rookies Ted Hurst and cornerback Ayden Garnes flash in big moments, while the guys also discuss the scary injury scare to Emeka Egbuka's toe and what it could mean for Tampa Bay's receiving corps heading into preseason play. They also preview Friday's preseason opener against the Jets and who's likely to sit.

Then it's over to baseball, where the red-hot Rays just completed a historic 9-0 West Coast road trip — one of only two times in MLB history an East Coast team has swept a nine-game West Coast trip. Rick and Steve dig into Tampa Bay's spot atop the American League, Junior Caminero's chase for the home run title, new addition Jorge Mateo, Nick Martinez's complete-game gem, and why this Rays squad might be one of the most fun — and best — in franchise history.

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Helmets Fly, Rays Roll: Bucs Brawl With Jets While Rays Win Straight On The Road

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Bucs-Jets Joint Practice Turns Chaotic

Rick Stroud recaps a joint practice between the Buccaneers and Jets that devolved into roughly six bench-clearing fights. The flashpoint: linebacker Luke Goedeke, who had been jawing with Jets rookie first-rounder David Bailey, appeared to take a cheap shot from another player and responded by ripping a helmet off an opponent's head and hurling it 15-20 yards downfield — an act Stroud says would draw an ejection and 15-yard penalty in a real game. Stroud expresses frustration that officials on hand didn't remove him, and that head coach Todd Bowles said he didn't personally witness the incident. Stroud draws a contrast to the Tony Dungy era, recalling how Dungy once sent Hardy Nickerson off the practice field for fighting. Despite the chaos, both hosts agree the underlying competitiveness was a positive sign, and note that team leaders eventually stepped in to calm things down. They expect calmer emotions at the next joint session, with coaches likely warning players against retaliatory penalties.

Offensive Line Concerns Without Wirfs

With All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs still out, Stroud says the drop-off is stark. He references last season's five-game stretch without Wirfs as evidence of how much the offense suffers. Elsewhere, the offense looked mixed — Bucky Irving ran well, Baker Mayfield mixed strong and shaky throws — while the defense dominated, generating multiple takeaways including a pick-six from Anzalone. Rookie Josiah Trotter continues to impress Stroud, who calls him a future star and pairs him with Rueben Bain Jr., as a young defensive foundation. Geno Smith struggled throughout for the Jets.

Backup QB Injury Concerns

Jake Browning, penciled in to start the preseason opener with Mayfield sitting out, tweaked his back late in practice and may not play, thrusting Connor Bazelak and Jalen Daniels into bigger preseason roles. Stroud is intrigued by Daniels' "quick-twitch" playmaking ability.

Rays Riding Hot Streak

Shifting to baseball, the hosts marvel at the Rays' dominant road trip (up 12-2 in a game against Oakland as they record), including a Taylor Walls two-homer game and Junior Caminero's continued MVP-caliber season (tied for MLB home run lead). They discuss Caminero's uncertain contract timeline given the pending stadium situation, ownership change, and new CBA negotiations (including a possible five-year max-contract rule), and praise trade-deadline pickups Victor Mesa Jr. and improved outfield defense. Both hosts declare themselves believers in a Rays World Series run given their commanding AL lead.

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What Bucs Hope To Accomplish With Joint Practices vs. The Jets & Mailbag Questions on Baker & Vita

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparing to hold joint practices with the New York Jets today and tomorrow. Vita Vea is with the team, who will play this Friday night in the first preseason game and what to expect from the workouts. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Vita Vea's holdout, how the Glazer's conduct business and Baker's contract.

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Rays Win 6th Straight, Bucs Heading To New York & NFL Hall of Fame Weekend

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays as they've won 6 straight games after beating the Mariners 4-1 on Sunday. They have a 5.5 game lead on Yankees with 45 games to play. Plus the Bucs are heading to New York today to hold joint practices with the Jets this week before their preseason game on Friday night. Plus the NFL Hall of Fame inductions were this weekend and Rick was there.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht Has No Plans To Trade Vita Vea

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht's comments that he has no plans to trade Vita Vea as he continues to hold-in while asking for a trade as he enters the final year of his contract. Plus the Rays road trip continues tonight in Seattle while they hold a 4.5 game lead over the Yankees.

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Vita Vea's Hold-In Continues With Buccaneers & Rays Sweep Rockies

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on Vita Vea's hold-in with the Buccaneers as he wants a new contract. Plus the Rays sweep the Rockies as Junior Caminero goes deep again and new reliever Tyler Wells strikes out 4 batters in his Rays debut.

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Bucs Night Practice, Vita Vea Still Not Practicing & Rays' Liam Hicks Grand Slam in First Game

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:06:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers night practice that was without Vita Vea. His people say a trade is most likely as negotiations aren't going well. Plus the Rays new catcher Liam Hicks hits a grand slam in his 2nd at bat with the team but Freddy Peralta struggles in Colorado.

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Rays Add 3 at Trade Deadline Including a Catcher, Bucs Padded Practice Moved Indoors

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Trade Deadline moves as they acquire SP Freddy Peralta, C Liam Hicks, RP Tyler Wells and trade Hunter Feduccia. Plus the Bucs move Monday's practice indoors after heavy rains come through for their first practice in pads.

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Bucs Standouts In Camp, Ownership Not Happy With Baker Mayfield's Comments & Rays Trade For Peralta

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the Buccaneers Training Camp including ownerships feelings about Baker Mayfield's contract comments last week, Vita Vea's hold-in and standout players so far. Plus the Rays goes 6-3 on the home stand despite scoring less than 3 runs a game. Plus they added a starting pitcher as they trade for Freddy Peralta from the Mets.

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Baker Mayfield Feels 'Disrespected' and 'Undervalued' By Buccaneers

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's comments regarding his lack of contract extension with the Buccaneers. He said he felt 'disrespected' and 'undervalued' while being dissappointed team wouldn't give him more than a 2-year deal for a franchise quarterback. Plus the Rays beat the Rangers as Cedric Mullins hits the game-winning home run and Tampa Bay is now 3.5 games ahead of the Yankees with the Trade Deadline approaching on Monday.

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Bucs Open Training Camp Without Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea Who Have Tweaks

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first day of Training Camp as Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea didn't participate after 'tweaking' something on Tuesday. How does Vita Vea's trade request and Baker Mayfield's contract status impact the team this year. Plus the Rays beat the Rangers 3-0 despite only getting 3 hits.

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Bucs' Baker Mayfield To Play Season Under Old Contract, Become Free Agent in March

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield reporting to Training Camp without a new contract. He will play this season under his old deal and then become a free agent in March. Add that with Vita Vea's trade request and is there trouble for the Bucs this season. The Rays lose 4-1 to the Texas Rangers, their lead in the AL East is now 1.5 games with 5 games to go before the trade deadline.

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Bucs Defensive Tackle Vita Vea Requests A Trade

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Vita Vea's request that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers trade him as he enters the final year of a 4-year contract that will pay him more than $17 million this year. How will this impact the defense, the team and Baker Mayfield contract negotiations. Plus more details on Kyle Shannahan's accident and the reporting on it and the terrible tragedy of Eric Bienemy's son shooting his mother multiple times.

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Rays Have Won 6-of-7 & Bucs Rookies Report To Training Camp Today

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation as the Tampa Bay Rays have won 6-of-7 including 2 straight shutouts of the Guardians. Plus the Buccaneers rookies report today for Training Camp and the veterans report tomorrow.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield's Health, Bucs Tight Ends, Rays Stadium & Steve Yzerman

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on how new Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson will use his tight ends this season, Baker Mayfield health at quarterback, the Rays new stadium plan, will there be a baseball season next year and should the Lightning bring back Steve Yzerman.

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Rick and Tom Telling Old Press Box Stories

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to reminisce about old Press Box stories of the past.

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Rick and Tom On Jon Gruden As A Play-By-Play Announcer

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to tell some old stories and discuss the news that Jon Gruden is going to be the play-by-play announcer for a Bucs game this preseason.

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Bucs Preview: Offensive Players That Need To Break Out This Season

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive players that need to break out this season for the Bucs to regain their crown as the NFC South champions.

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Bucs Preview: Defensive Players That Need To Break Out This Season

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive players that need to break out this season for the Bucs to regain their crown as the NFC South champions.

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What To Expect in College Football This Season

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Matt Baker from The Athletic to discuss this season of College Football. Who will be good, how will first year coaches at USF and Florida do, can Miami make it back to the playoff and how will Florida State do.

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College Football NIL, Salary Cap & Possible Conference Realignment + Junior Caminero X-Rays Negative

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Matt Baker from The Athletic to discuss everything College Football including NIL, realignment, a possible salary cap, Brendan Sorsby and more. Plus Junior Caminero get lucky after being hit in the hand in Tuesday night's All-Star Game, but x-rays were negative.

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Should Baker Mayfield Have Played Every Game Last Year Injured & Junior Caminero All-Star Starter

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Junior Caminero being the first Tampa Bay Ray to start multiple All-Star Games and should Baker Mayfield have played every game last season after seeing how beat up he was.

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Junior Caminero Out in HR Derby 2nd Round, 5 Rays in All-Star Game & Baker Mayfield on Quarterback

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Junior Caminero's loss in the Home Run Derby in the 2nd round, 5 Tampa Bays set to play in tonight's All-Star Game and a preview of Baker Mayfield on Netflix's Quarterback show that debuts today.

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Rays Honor Evan Longoria, Junior Caminero in HR Derby Tonight & World Cup's Final 4 Teams

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays honoring Evan Longoria over the weekend as it brought out 10-years of memories. Plus Junior Caminero in the Home Run Derby tonight, the Rays are 3 games up in the AL East at the break and the World Cup semifinals features the top 4 teams in the world.

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Rays To Honor Evan Longoria, Lose to Yankees 12-4 & Could Martin Gramatica Go Into Bucs Ring of Honor

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays honoring Evan Longoria this weekend as his number is retired and he enters the Rays Hall of Fame. Plus the Rays lose 12-4 to the Yankees to split their 4-game series as the lead is 4 games in the division. Plus a mailbag question about putting Martin Gramatica into the Bucs Ring of Honor.

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Rays Shutout Yankees To Take 5 Game Lead & Who Should Bucs Induct Into Ring of Honor

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:17:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-0 win over the Yankees as Tampa Bay is now 5 games ahead and will be in first place at next week's All-Star break. The Rays are now 6-2 vs. the Yankees this season with a day game this afternoon and Drew Rasmussen on the hill. Plus who should the Buccaneers induct into the Ring of Honor this season.

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Rays Beat Yankees 6-4 to Even Series & Messi Does It Again

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-4 win over the Yankees as New York strikes out 17 times for the 2nd straight night. Ian Seymour pitched well except for 1 pitch and Yandy Diaz went yard. Plus Argentina-Egypt was another spectacular World Cup game.

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World Cup Run Ends For U.S. with 4-1 Loss to Belgium & Rays Lose 5-1 To Yankees

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:38:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the USA's 4-1 loss to Belgium to end their World Cup run in the Round of 16. Plus the Rays lose to the Yankees 5-1 as Jose Caballero hits 2 home runs against his former team.

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Rays Get 4 All-Stars while 9-Game Win Streak Snapped and US Plays Belgium Tonight

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:30:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 9-game win streak coming to an end in Houston as Junior Caminero hit 11 home runs in 11 games through Saturday. Caminero, Yandy Diaz, Drew Rasmussen and Bryan Baker were all named to the All-Star Game, the US plays Belgium tonight in the World Cup as they look to make it to the Quarterfinals plus Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot at MSG.

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Rays Win Streak at 8 Games, Junior Caminero's HR Streak Ends & Why John Carlson Chose The Lightning

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:05:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays 8-game win streak that has their lead up to 4 games over the Yankees. Junior Caminero's home run streak ends at 6 games but the bottom of the order carried them and Ian Seymour gave up just 1 run in 6 innings. Plus new Lightning defenseman John Carlson on why he wanted to come to Tampa Bay and a mailbag question on sports superstitions.

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US Advances to Round of 16 in World Cup, Junior Caminero Homers in 6 Straight & Lightning Trade Nick Paul

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the USA's 2-nothing win over Bosnia in the World Cup despite Folarin Balogun getting a red card which makes him ineligible for the next game on Monday vs. Belgium. Plus Junior Caminero is the youngest player in MLB's modern history to hit a home run in 6 straight games while the Rays have won 7 in a row, and the Lightning trade Nick Paul to Toronto while signing 3 free agents including defenseman John Carlson from the Anaheim Ducks.

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Junior Caminero's 5th Straight Game with Home Run, US Plays Tonight in World Cup and NHL Free Agency to Begin

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Junior Caminero's 5th straight game with a home run and his 8th in 7 games. The Rays win their 6th straight game and are now 2.5 games ahead of the Yankees in the AL East. Plus the US plays Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup's Knockout Stage tonight plus NHL Free Agency starts today but will the Lightning sign anyone.

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Rays' Junior Caminero Honored, Terrion Arnold Released, Germany Upset & Chris Johnson Has ALS

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays' Junior Caminero being named the AL Player of the Week after he hit 7 home runs in 6 games and the Rays now lead the AL East by 1.5 games over the Yankees. Plus Terion Arnold is released by the Lions after his arrest in Tampa, Germany is upset in the World Cup and former NFL player Chris Johnson has ALS.

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Junior Caminero's Red Hot As Rays Are Back in First & Baker Mayfield Hopeful for New Deal with Bucs

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Junior Caminero's host streak that has moved the Rays back into first place in the AL East as the Yankees were swept by the Red Sox. Plus Baker Mayfield's tone shifted when talking about a new contract with the Bucs as he sounded more hopeful of getting a deal done.

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Rays Take No-Hitter Into 9th Inning While Junior Caminero Hits 3 Home Runs

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:39:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 13-2 win over the Royals that saw them carry a no-hitter into the 9th inning and Junior Caminero hit 3 home runs. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on World Cup fans and sports announcers.

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Rays Beat Royals 5-3, Yandy Diaz 4 More Hits & Mailbag About Small Ball

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 04:03:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-3 win over the Royals that saw Griffin Jax pitch well again, Taylor Walls and Chandler Simpson make back-to-back errors and Yandy Diaz gets 4 hits. Plus Dianna Russini used NFL coaches to get out of tickets and your mailbag questions on the Rays small ball and Trevor Bauer.

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Bucs Hire New Radio Announcer, Rays Lose to Royals Again & The Potential of Buccaneers Offense

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers announcement that Tony Castricone will be their new radio play-by-play announcer, replacing Gene Deckerhoff who retired after last season. Plus the Rays lose to the Royals again and are now only 10-games above .500 for the first time since May 4th. We also answer your mailbag questions about who the Rays could trade at the deadline if they keep losing and just how good can this Buccaneers offense be.

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Rays Lose Opener To Royals & Bucs Mailbag on Reuben Bain Jr, Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:06:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 loss to the Royals to start their 4-game series as the bats are cold once again. Plus your mailbag questions on Bucs' Reuben Bain Jr. plus Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea's contracts.

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Bucs Minicamp Over, Rays Win Nats Series, US Advances to Knockout Round & Bolts Trade Darren Raddysh

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:48:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wrapping up minicamp last week, plus thoughts on Rick's interviews with GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles. Also the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Nationals as Johnny Deluca returns but Junior Caminero has another mental mistake that costs them, the US has already advanced to the knockout round of the World Cup and the Lightning trade Darren Raddysh to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht on Upcoming Season, Roster Changes, Baker Mayfield & More

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Buccaneers Jason Licht to discuss the upcoming season, thoughts on last year, drafting Reuben Bain Jr., losing Mike Evans and Lavonte David and the key to this season.

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Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles on New Players, New Coaches, Baker Mayfield and more

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles to discuss the team this season, the new players, new coaches and new attitude. Plus how they can replace Mike Evans and Lavonte David, Baker Mayfield's contract status and more.

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Vita Vea Attending, But Not Participating, In Bucs Minicamp and Baker Mayfield on Last Season

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:19:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers first day of minicamp as Vita Vea is attending but not partipating, Baker Mayfield discussed last season and his contract status and Todd Bowles discussed Baker's health. Plus the Rays continue their series with the Dodgers and Lionel Messi gets his first career World Cup hat trick.

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Bucs Begin Minicamp Today, Rays' Caminero Leads All-Star Voting & Sorsby To The NFL

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting their mandatory minicamp today before the team departs later in the week until Training Camp. Plus the Rays' Junior Caminero leads AL 3rd baseman in All-Star voting as the team is in LA to face the Dodgers this week. Also Brendan Sorsby elects to go in the NFL Supplemental Draft instead of returning to Texas Tech ending the court cases due to his gambling addiction.

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Inside Bucs-Baker Mayfield Contract Talks, Rays Lose 2-of-3 to Angels & US Wins World Cup Opener

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what to expect with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield with his contract negotiations after Rick talked with GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles. Plus the Rays lose 2-or-3 to the Angels with the Dodgers up next as Junior Caminero's first home run in 10 games salvages the final game in the series. The US looked impressive in their first World Cup game while the Knicks and Hurricanes are champions in basketball and hockey.

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Bucs Lose an OTA Day For Being Too Physical, Nikita Kucherov Wins Hart Trophy & Rays In Anaheim Tonight

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:09:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs losing a day of OTAs due to having too many guys on the ground during workouts, a badge of honor for the team. Plus Nikita Kucherov wins the Hart Trophy for MVP, the Rays ready to begin a series in Anaheim, the World Cup begins and what a collapse by the Spurs on Wednesday night in the NBA Finals.

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Drew Rasmussen Dominates For Rays & Bucs Mailbag on Baker Mayfield and Training Camp Battles

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-5 win over the Red Sox that saw Drew Rasmussen throw 7 shutout innings with a career-high 13 strikeouts. The bullpen duo of Cole Sulser and Steven Matz gave up 4 runs to make the game closer than it should have been. The Buccaneers will wrap up OTAs today with Cut for a Cure and we answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield's contract and the positional battles to watch in Training Camp.

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Rays Beat The Red Sox, Now 11-0 vs AL East at Home & Stadium Mailbag Question

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the Red Sox as they improve to 11-0 vs. the AL East at Tropicana Field. 3 Rays pitchers combined to only throw 92 pitches led by Nick Martinez who made it into the 8th inning. Plus a mailbag question on the Rays and Bucs Stadium plans and where they stand right now.

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Rays Beat Red Sox As Yandy Diaz Hits Leadoff HR & Brendan Sorsby Can Play This Season at Texas Tech

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:31:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-1 win over the Red Sox as Yandy Diaz hits another leadoff home run and Jonathan Aranda gets an RBI single as the game-winning run. Plus Brendan Sorsby is granted an injunction to play this season as Texas Tech despite his gambling addiction that included him betting on his team in the past.

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Baker Mayfield Says Contract Talks With Bucs 'Not Close', Rays Lose Series To Marlins & Vasilevskiy Wins Vezina

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's comments that he and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren't close on a new contract. Rick has learned that the Bucs first offer was so low that Baker's camp didn't even counter. Mayfield also said he wouldn't negotiate once Training Camp starts. Plus the Rays lose 2-of-3 to the Marlins as they've lost 10 out of 13 games, Andrei Vasilevskiy wins the Vezina Trophy as the league's best goaltender plus the University of Tampa wins their 3rd straight National Championship in baseball.

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MAILBAG: Rays' Chandler Simpson, Cedric Mullins & Mike Evans Leaving Tampa for San Fran

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct, or your money back. We discuss the Rays recent slump, Chandler Simpson, Cedric Mullins, why did the Rays stop running, Mike Evans leaving Tampa Bay and Coordinators being elevated to Head Coach.

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Lightning Coach Jon Cooper Wins 1st Jack Adams & Rays Swept by Last Place Tigers

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper winning his first Jack Adams Trophy for Coach of the Year. Plus the Rays are swept by the last-place Tigers, giving up 25 runs over the 3 games.

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Bucs Defense Showing Swag at OTAs, Rays Shutout By Detroit & TSA Say Bucs Trump Rays For Stadium Funds

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense's impressive performance against the offense at OTAs on Tuesday. Todd Bowles' unit has swagger this year with the addition of some vets and the rookies as well. Plus comments from Yaya Diaby, Chris Godwin and others. Also the Rays are shutout by the Tigers 8-0 as they've now lost 7-of-9 and the Tampa Sports Authority says Bucs should trump Rays in cash requests for stadiums.

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Rays Lose 10-9, Rams Trade For Miles Garrett & Bucs OTAs Resume Today

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays losing 10-9 to Detroit as Griffin Jax gives up 3 straight home runs as they've lost 6 of their last 8 games. Plus the Rams trade for Miles Garrett, the Bucs begin their 2nd week of OTAs today and the MLB Players Association says players would lose half a billion dollars if they accepted MLB's first CBA proposal.

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Rays Take 2-of-3 From Angels While MLB and the Players Exchange CBA Proposals

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays series win over the Angels despite giving up 14 runs on Saturday. Drew Rasmussen struggled but Shane McClanahan was great on Sunday, Yandy Diaz and Jonathan Aranda continue to rake while Junior Caminero is working on his defense. Plus Major League Baseball and the Players Association has exchanged CBA offers including the introduction of a salary cap by the owners.

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Rick and Tom on Rays 4-Game Losing Streak, Money For Stadiums & Bucs Expectations This Year

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute discuss the Tampa Bay Rays recent 4-game slide and what it means for the season moving forward, will the Bucs stadium plans hinder the Rays ability to get a deal done and the expections for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season.

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Rick and Tom on John Tortorella, The Lightning's Season & Old Sports Writing Stories

Thu, 28 May 2026 04:22:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute reminisce on old sportswriting stories and their co-workers, John Tortorella has the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final when taking over in April and what to make of the Tampa Bay Lightning's season and if their window is still open.

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Rays Lose 3rd Straight and Sign Craig Kimbrel, Bucky Irving to be Ready for Camp & Bucs Want Nearly $1 Billion for Renovations

Wed, 27 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

RIck Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3rd straight loss as the defense commits 3 more errors and the bats are silent again. The Rays did add 9-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel who pitched a solid inning on Tuesday. Plus the Bucs OTAs are underway as Emeka Egbuka makes a spectacular one-handed catch but Bucky Irving won't participate in any OTAs or minicamp next month but should be ready for Training Camp. Also the Bucs are preparing to ask for nearly $1 billion dollars for stadium renovations as the Rays are still working their deal with Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa.

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Rays Lose 2 Straight Walk-Offs, Wander Franco Guilty Again Plus Bucs OTAs, Is Emeka Egbuka Ready To Be The Guy?

Tue, 26 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing back-to-back games by walkoff home runs as the offense is struggling early in games and the defensive and baserunning gaffes cost them. Plus the Bucs have OTAs this week as Emeka Egbuka is looking to take the next step so is he ready to be the guy with Mike Evans departing? Plus Wander Franco found guilty again in the Dominican Republic.

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Rays Stadium MOU Approved by Tampa City Council in Narrow Vote & Rays at Yankees This Weekend

Fri, 22 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays MOU being approved by the Tampa City Council by a close 4-3 vote. There is still work to be done before a final deal can be reached. Plus the Rays have a big series against the Yankees this weekend as they enter 4.5 games ahead of New York.

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Rays Rally To Sweep The Orioles, Hillsborough County Approves Stadium MOU & Wander Franco Verdict Coming Next Week

Thu, 21 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Orioles as they come from 2 runs down in the 8th inning to win by 2. Also good news for Yandy Diaz as x-rays were negative on his hands after being hit by a pitch on Tuesday, Hillsborough County approves the non-binding MOU by a 5-2 votes and the verdict on the re-trial of Wander Franco is expected next week.

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Rays Win Again But Yandy Diaz Hit In Hand, Stadium Votes This Week & Bucs Coaches Rave About Rueben Bain Jr.

Wed, 20 May 2026 04:32:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays winning ways as they've taken the first 2 games from the Orioles but there is injury concerns with Yandy Diaz who was hit in both hands on Tuesday night. The Rays Stadium MOU has votes this week in Hillsborough County and with the City of Tampa and the Bucs defensive coaches spoke and they really like Rueben Bain Jr.

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BUCS MAILBAG: OC Zac Robinson's Future, 2026 Schedule & Expectations For This Season

Tue, 19 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Tampa Bay Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back. They discuss if new Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson could be hired away as a head coach after this season, the Bucs schedule and what is the realistic expectation for this team.

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Rays First AL Team to 30 Wins & Bucky Irving Still RB1 for Bucs

Mon, 18 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays taking 2-of-3 from the Marlins over the weekend. They saw their 11-game home win streak snapped but they are the first American League team to 30 wins this year. Plus Bucs running back Bucky Irving will be RB1 again and if he can stay healthy, he should have a big year.

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Bucs Schedule Released and It's Very Favorable Plus County Release MOU with Rays

Fri, 15 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers schedule which couldn't be more favorable for them in terms of road trips, cold weather games and having a bye in week 10. Plus Hillsborough County released a nonbinding memorandum of understanding with the Rays for a new stadium and it's about $100 million less than the Rays proposal.

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Rays Lose After Walking 10 Jays, Baker Mayfield On 'Quarterback' & NFL Schedule Out Tonight

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays extra inning loss to the Blue Jays after walking 10 batters and giving up a walk-off grand slam. Plus the NFL schedule comes out tonight and the Bucs don't have get an international game this season. Baker Mayfield is one of 4 quarterbacks featured in season 3 of Netflix's series Quarterback.

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Shane McClanahan 5 More Shutout Innings as Rays Hold On & More On Bucs Draft Picks

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-6 extra inning win in Toronto that saw Shane McClanahan throw 5 shutout innings, the Rays blow a 5-run lead but find a way to win. Plus Rick was behind the scenes at the Bucs learning about their draft picks and how everything came together for the team. Plus the Bucs still in play for an international game this season and Tom Moore going back to Iowa.

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Rays Now 27-13 Through 40 Games & Could Bucs Have International Game As Schedule Releases Thursday

Tue, 12 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-5 win over the Blue Jays as they move 2 games ahead of the Yankees at the quarter-pole of the season. Chandler Simpson continues to be a terror on the bases as the offense manufactures runs night in and night out. Plus the Bucs are preparing for the NHL Schedule release on Thursday night as the first few national games have been released.

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Can Rays Sustain This Pace & Reuben Bain Jr. and Ted Hurst Stand Out at Bucs Minicamp

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2-of-3 from the Red Sox and they now have the best record in the American League, and 2nd best in baseball. Can the Rays sustain this run? Plus the Bucs rookie minicamp had 2 standouts, Rueben Bain Jr. and Ted Hurst.

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Rays Win 7th Straight As Caminero Goes Yard, Bucs Rookie Minicamp Open with Most Draft Picks Signed

Fri, 08 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays 8-4 win at Boston to make it 7 straight wins. It was their first ESPN exclusive broadcast in nearly 5 years as Yandy Diaz gets his 1,000th hit, Chandler Simpson with a big 2-run double and Junior Caminero launches one over the centerfield wall. Plus Bus rookies minicamp starts today as most of the Bucs draft picks have signed, a mailbag question on Gavin Lux and bets memories covering teams.

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Rays Win 7th Straight Game, Jameis Winston Reporting on World Cup & Mailbag on Super Bowls in Tampa Bay

Thu, 07 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays winning their 7th straight game, their 10th straight at home and the 13th straight game they have allowed 3 or fewer runs. Plus Jameis Winston to be a correspondent for Fox during the World Cup and a mailbag question about future Super Bowls at Raymond James Stadium.

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Victor Hedman on Mental Health Leave, Rays Rally Again & Bucs' Emeka Egbuka On WR Room

Wed, 06 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's exit interviews including Victor Hedman who spoke about taking a leave for mental health. Plus Andrei Vasilevskiy says they didn't score enough and Darren Raddysh sounded like he leaving as a free agent. Plus the Tampa Bay Rays rally again to beat the Blue Jays, thought on Yankees' announcer John Sterling's passing and Emeka Egbuka helping the military with hurricane supplies and talking about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver room.

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Should The Lightning Consider Trading Nikita Kucherov and Firing Jon Cooper?

Tue, 05 May 2026 04:25:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on more reaction to the Tampa Bay Lightning's first-round exit from the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the 4th straight year. They discuss John Romano's column on if the Lightning should consider trading Nikita Kucherov and they answer a mailbag question if Julien BriseBois should fire Head Coach Jon Cooper. Plus the Rays beat the Blue Jays 5-1.

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Lightning Season Ends With 2-1 Loss in Game 7 & Rays Sweep The Giants

Mon, 04 May 2026 04:25:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 2-1 loss in Game 7 to end their season in the 1st round for the 4th straight season. The Bolts held the Canadiens to just 9 shots on net but 2 bounces went their way and the Lightning only managed to score 1 goal. Every game in the series was decided by 1 goal. Plus the Rays sweep the Giants as they are 9 games above .500

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Lightning Face Elimination Tonight in Game 6 Plus Mailbag on Chris Braswell and Bucs Culture

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's Game 6 tonight in Montreal where it is "Win and Go Home" for the Bolts who are looking to force Game 7. Plus your mailbag questions on changes the Lightning should make if they lose in the first round again, could Chris Braswell move to Inside Linebacker and the Bucs culture.

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Lightning Lose Game 5, Face Elimination Game on Friday Plus Rays Lose in Cleveland But Win Series

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:30:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 3-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 5 of theif first round series. The Lightning are now on the verge of elimination with Game 6 on Friday night in Montreal. Plus the Rays lose to the Guardians 3-1 but still take the series.

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Rays Win 6th Straight, Lightning Host Game 5 Tonight & Bucs GM Jason Licht Wants To Keep Baker Mayfield

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:06:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-game win streak as they beat the Guardians 1-0 behind 7 shutout innings from Nick Martinez. Junior Caminero left the game with a jaw contusion after being hit by a foul ball. The Lightning host the Canadiens tonight for Game 5, Nikita Kucherov is a Lindsay Award Finalist and Bucs GM Jason Licht says they don't won't Baker Mayfield to play for any other team as he enters the last season of his contract.

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Bucs Pick Up Kancey's Option, Bain Jr. and Trotter is New Foundation for the Defense & Rays Beat Guardians

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:22:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers picking up Calijah Kancey's 5th year option and how Rueben Bain Jr. and Josiah Trotter could be the foundation for the defense for years to come. Plus the Rays beat the Guardians to go 12-1 against the American League and the Orlando Magic take a 3-games-to-1 lead over the number 1 seed Detroit Pistons.

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Lightning Even Series 2-2, Bucs Fills Needs in NFL Draft & Rays Sweep the Twins

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 04:47:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's comeback win over Montreal to even the series at 2-2. Max Crozier with a huge hit to turn the game and Brandon Hagel is unreal. Plus the Bucs wrap up a successful draft that saw them fit a lot of needs and the Rays sweep the Twins as they are 11-1 against the American League.

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Bucs Take Rueben Bain Jr in NFL Draft, Lightning Game 3 Tonight & County Can't Meet Rays Stadium Deadline

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:29:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers taking Rueben Bain Jr. with the 15th pick in the NFL Draft. The Lightning play the Canadiens in Game 3 tonight, the Rays host the Twins as Taj Bradley returns and Hillsborough County says they can't meet the Rays June 1st stadium deal deadline.

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Bucs Have 15th Pick In NFL Draft, Rays' Nick Martinez Pitches 8 Innings & Lightning Ready for Game 3

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on tonight's NFL Draft as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers currently have the 15th pick and a lot of needs on defense. Plus several mock drafts have the Bucs taking a Tight End with the pick. The Rays salvage a game from the Reds as Nick Martinez goes 8 innings giving up just 1 run and the Lightning are in Montreal preparing for Friday night's Game 3.

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Lightning Win In OT To Even Series With Montreal & Reds Blow Out The Rays

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:03:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 overtime win over Montreal in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Nikita Kucherov scores for the first time in 17 playoff games to tie the game while JJ Moser nets the OT winner. The Rays lose to the Reds and will look to salvage a game this afternoon while the Bucs continue to prepare for Thursday night's NFL Draft.

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Lightning-Canadiens Game 2 Tonight, Rays Mental Errors Cost Them & Bucs Start Voluntary Workouts

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:23:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's prep for tonight's Game 2 after they lost the first game on Sunday. Charle-Eduoard D’Astous is doubtful after leaving game 1 injured. The Rays lose to the Reds after making several mental errors and the Buccaneers start voluntary workouts with the NFL Draft just 2 days away.

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Lightning Lose In OT in Game 1, Rays Lose Series to Pirates & Bucs Preparing For NFL Draft

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:21:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their best-of-7 first-round series. The Bolts took too many bad penalties as they allowed 3 power play goals. The Rays lose 2-of-3 to the Pirates but had a huge comeback on Saturday for their lone win and the Bucs are preparing for the NFL Draft this week.

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Rays Sweep The White Sox, Questions Remain on Rays Stadium Plan and Lightning Start Playoffs on Sunday

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:35:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox for their 6th straight win. Questions still remain after Hillsborough County's workshop on a Rays Stadium Deal. The Lightning open up the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday afternoon at 5:45pm vs. the Montreal Canadiens. Plus we answer your mailbag questions the Bucs draft needs.

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Bucs Discuss Stadium Renovations With Officials, Rays Win Again & Lightning Preparing for Playoffs

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:11:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers meeting with the City, County and TSA about major renovations to Raymond James Stadium and the potential impact it has on the Rays stadium search. Plus the Rays win again and have the best record in the American League plus the Lighting lose their regular season finale as they turn their attention to the playoffs.

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Rays Continue To Score, Lightning Get Home Ice in First Round & Jason Licht Speaks Today

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-5 win over the White Sox as they are in first place in the AL East. They continue to find ways to score without hitting a lot of homers. Plus the Lightning will start at home vs. the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht will speak today for his pre-NFL Draft press conference.

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Lightning To Face Canadiens In First Round, Bucs Host A Quarterback & Dick Vitale Has Cancer Again

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime win over the Red Wings which means their first round opponent is set with the Montreal Canadiens. Plus Dick Vitale has cancer again and Bucs host Kansas quaterback Jalon Daniels for pre-draft visit.

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Rays Sweep The Yankees, Lightning Beat The Bruins & Rory McIlroy Repeats

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Yankees as they pull into a 3-way tie for first place in the AL East, the Lightning win in Boston as Brandon Hagel returns but more players are out injured and Rory McIlroy repeats at The Masters.

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MAILBAG: What To Do With Baker Mayfield's Contract, Why Mike Evans Left & Rowdies Undefeated

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back. They answer questions about Baker Mayfield and when the Buccaneers should try to re-sign him, why Mike Evans left the Bucs and the Rowdies undefeated start.

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Rays Lose Series To Cubs and Mailbag Questions About Yandy Diaz & Signing Prospects

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:06:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs as they've lost 3 of their first 4 series this season. The defense continues to be a problem as they lead MLB with 17 errors. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about where Yandy Diaz ranks amongst the Rays greats, signing young prospects early and when to leave a game when your wife is in labor.

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Are The Bucs Trolling Mike Evans, Rays and Lightning Lose & Stadium Vote Could Be Next Month

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:45:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 9-2 loss to the Cubs as Drew Rasmussen is scratched due to his wife going into labor, the Lightning lose 6-2 in Ottawa as Brandon Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Pontus Holmberg all miss due to injury, are the Buccaneers trolling Mike Evans by signing former Falcons wide receiver David Sills V, who caught the 4th down pass against the Bucs and Ken Hagan says votes on a new Rays stadium could come next month.

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Rays Win in Return To Tropicana Field, Lightning Lose As Injuries Mount & Bucs Bring Back Justin Skule

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:40:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day as Tropicana Field re-opens after a year away. The Rays hit 3 home runs, played great defense and Shane McClanahan continues to pitch well in his return. The Lightning lose 4-2 to Buffalo as Anthony Cirelli missed the game with an injury and Pontus Holmberg left injured and Jon Cooper says it's "not good". Also Buccaneers bring back swing tackle Justin Skule and Michigan wins the National Title in basketball.

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Rays Are Back at Tropicana Field, Lightning Clinch 9th Straight Playoff Berth & Geno Auriemma Looks Small

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-5 start to the season as they return to St. Pete today for the Home Opener at Tropicana Field and Shane McClanahan on the bump. Plus the Lightning clinch a playoff berth for the 9th straight season and are back in first place with 6 games to play. Plus Geno Auriemma looks small in his apology to Dawn Staley and South Carolina in the Women's Final Four.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield's Contract Options, Rays Hall of Fame & Lightning's Playoff Chances

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:41:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on if the Bucs should re-sign Baker Mayfield as he enters the final year of his contract, the Rays Hall of Fame, the Lightning's playoff chances and should you give up fandom when you move.

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Bucs Preparing To Ask For Money For Stadium Renovations & Rays Lose 8-2

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:42:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparing to meet the TSA about renovations to Raymond James Stadium as the Rays stadium deal is drawing closer. Plus the Rays lose again as Junior Caminero has 3 errors, including one while playing first base.

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Why The Bucs Like Todd Bowles, Shane McClanahan Pitches & Lightning Lose To Montreal

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:38:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers owner Joel Glazer's comments on why they like Todd Bowles as their head coach and what the comments truly mean. Plus the Rays lose but Shane McClanahan pitched well in his first appearance in over 2.5 years and the Lightning lose to Montreal despite playing well.

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Should The Bucs Lock Up Baker Mayfield Now & Rays Win Their 2nd Straight Game

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers dilemna on what to do with Baker Mayfield. Should they sign him now to a long-term deal or wait to play out this season to see how he does. There are risks with both scenarios. Plus the Rays win their 2nd straight as Yandy Diaz stays hot, Nick Martinez pitches well and Johnny Deluca hits a bomb.

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Rays Win Their First Game, Lightning Back Atop Eastern Conference & Final Four Is Set

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 1-2 start in St. Louis as the bats rack up 41 hits but the bullpen blow a couple of leads. Plus the Lightning have won 2 in a row and are back atop the Eastern Conference with 9 games remaining, plus the Final Four is set.

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Rays Lose on Opening Day After Holding 7-1 Lead & Lightning Rally but Lose In Overtime

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:45:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays blowing a 7-1 lead to lose 9-7 on Opening Day in St. Louis. Junior Caminero drew 4 walks, Ben Williamson had 3 hits but Ian Seymour couldn't retire a batter with a big lead. Plus the Lightning rally from a 2-goal deficit but lose 4-3 to the Kraken in overtime.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Opening Day, New Faces, Returning to Tropicana Field & Junior Caminero's Star

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Marc Topkin, Rays Beat Writer for the Tampa Bay Times, to discuss the Rays season which begins today. They discuss the team returning to Tropicana Field this season, the new owners, changes on the roster as Brandon Lowe and Pete Fairbanks depart, new faces like Cedric Mullins and Nick Martinez, what to excpect from Shane McClanahan's return and Junior Caminero's star status after the World Baseball Classic.

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Lavonte David Announces Retirement After 14 Years With The Bucs & Lightning Beat The Wild

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:50:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Lavonte David's announcement that he is retiring after 14 seasons with the Buccaneers. Plus the Lightning win a wild game over Minnesota 6-3 and we are 1 day from Opening Day and the Rays injuries are starting to mount.

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Bucs Sign A Linebacker So What About Lavonte David, Plus Gators Lose, Hodgson Leaves USF and Kucherov's Scoring

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:03:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing linebacker Christian Rozeboom from the Carolina Panthers and what it means for Lavonte David's future. Plus the Gators lose in the NCAA 2nd round, USF Head Coach Brian Hodgson leaves for Providence and Nikita Kucherov now leads the NHL in scoring despite a slow start to the season.

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Rick and Tom on Mike Evans' Legacy After Leaving Bucs & Where He Ranks Among Tampa Bay All-Time Greats

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:02:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Mike Evans' legacy now that he has left the Bucs and who is the greatest Tampa Bay athlete from the 3 major teams.

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Rick and Tom on the World Baseball Classic, Video Reviews and Getting Ejected From Games

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:23:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute on the World Baseball Classic, video reviews and getting run from games.

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Jason Licht Speaks on Mike Evans Leaving Plus Mailbags on Bucs Running Backs, Rays Wins & More

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht's comments about Mike Evans departing Tampa Bay for San Francisco. Plus they answer mailbag questions on if the Bucs are going through a reset this season, which running back will get the tough yards, how many games will the Rays win this season and which happens first, Junior Caminero gets 50 home runs or Chandler Simpson gets 60 stolen bases.

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Bucs Mailbag: Should Jason Licht Be Fired & Running Backs Plus Brian Hodgson Turns Down Syracuse?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on reports that USF Basketball Coach Brian Hodgson turned down Syracuse as he prepares for Thursday's NCAA Tournament first round game. Plus mailbag questions asking if Jason Licht should be fired and which Bucs running back will handle the tough yards up the middle this season.

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Rex Culpepper Dies, USF Preps for Tourney, Bucs Free Up Salary Cap & Lightning Play Tonight

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the death of Rex Culpepper, the son of former Buccaneers Linebacker Brad Culpepper. Plus USF is preparing for the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 14 years as Head Coach Brian Hodgson could be courted by schools like Syracuse after a successful first year. Plus the US will play Venezuela tonight in the World Baseball Classic, the Bucs rework Luke Goedeke's contract to free up salary cap space and the Lightning return to the ice tonight in Seattle.

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USF Goes Dancing For First Time in 14 Years, WBC Has Been Fantastic & Hope For Bucs Free Agent Signings

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the South Florida Bulls going to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 14 years and winning the Conference Tournament for the first time since 1990. Plus the World Baseball Classic has been fantastic theater as the USA is playing the Dominican Republic and why you should be excited with the Buccaneers free agent acquisitions.

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Mike Evans Introduced In San Francisco, Bucs Sign Defensive Lineman and Special Teamer Plus Lightning Win

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:30:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans' press conference as he signs with the San Francisco 49ers. He said he feels he is the missing piece for them to win the Super Bowl, so what does that say about Baker Mayfield and the Bucs. Plus the Buccaneers add a pass rusher and an all-pro special teamer. The Lightning beat the Red Wings as Nikita Kucherov has another 2 point night.

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Bucs Sign QB Jake Browning, Tender RB Sean Tucker & Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Licht, Glazers and Evans

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing Jake Browning to be their backup quarterback and tendering Sean Tucker on a one-year deal as a restricted free agent. Plus your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, the Glazers and Mike Evans.

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Lightning Lose 6th Game Out of 7, Bucs Lose Hall and Bridgewater & Ravens Back Out on Crosby

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:18:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on another Tampa Bay Lightning loss as they give up 2 more power play goals to lose their 6th game out of 7. Plus more on Mike Evans choosing to sign in San Francisco, the Ravens backing out of the Max Crosby trade, the Bucs lose Logan Hall and Teddy Bridgewater in free agency and more.

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Mike Evans Leaves The Buccaneers, To Sign With The 49ers

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans leaving the Bucs to sign with the San Francisco 49ers after 12 years in Tampa Bay. Plus Jamel Dean signs with the Steelers, Alex Anzalone and Kenneth Gainwell are coming to Tampa and Cade Otton re-signs as NFL Free Agency begins with the legal tampering period is underway.

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Where Will Mike Evans Sign In Free Agency & Lightning Lose 8-7 At Buffalo

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:15:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL's legal tampering period that begins today as Mike Evans will start talking to teams as he hits free agency. Plus the Lightning lose a crazy game in Buffalo 8-7 in a game that saw a lot of fights and penalties.

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What Is The Market For Mike Evans, Lightning Lose Again & Question About Bucs' David Walker

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what the free agent market might look like for Mike Evans as Buffalo trades for DJ Moore and there are reports that Houston and Kansas City aren't pushing. Plus the Lightning struggle again in Winnipeg as the NHL Trade Deadline is today, plus a mailbag questions on Bucs edge rusher David Walker.

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Trey Hendrickson Wants To Sign With The Bucs? Plus Riley Dixon is back & NHL Trade Deadline Is Friday

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:07:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the reports that Trey Hendrickson is interested in signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next week when free agency begins. Plus the Bucs re-sign punter Riley Dixon, the NHL Trade Deadline is this week and a mailbag question on the NFL's International games plan.

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Shane McClanahan's Spring Debut, Junior Caminero's Show at WBC & Mike Evans' Future With Bucs

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's first outing of the spring while Junior Caminero lights it up for the Dominican Republic in a World Baseball Classic exhibition game. Plus your mailbag questions on Mike Evans' future, should the Bucs go all in and rating national announcers.

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Reports Of Patriots Interest In Mike Evans & Mailbag Questions on Bucs Defense and Defending Todd Bowles

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on reports that the New England Patriots are interesting in signing Mike Evans, one year after they tried to get Chris Godwin in free agency. Plus mailbag questions on the Bucs defensive scheme and defending Todd Bowles.

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Mike Evans' Free Agency Targets, Bucs' Coach Todd Bowles Wants More Size & Lightning Lose To Sabres

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on The Tampa Bay Lightning's 6-2 loss to the Sabres in a game that saw Jon Cooper pull goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy in the 2nd period. Plus thoughts from Joey Knight's funeral, more on where Mike Evans may end up in free agency and a mailbag question about Todd Bowles wanting more size on defense.

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NFLPA Team Report Cards Leak, Mike Evans' Future with Bucs & Lightning Lose In Carolina

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 5-4 loss at Carolina that saw them overcome a 3-0 deficit to tie the game twice. Plus NFLPA report cards on teams are leaked and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans' future and Todd Bowles' impact.

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Bucs Coach Todd Bowles Blames OC For Defensive Issues & Lightning Win Their 6th Straight Game

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:39:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs as they win their 10th straight home game. Nikita Kucherov has another 3 point night while Brayden Point returned to the lineup with 2 goals. Plus Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles says having a new Offensive Coordinator will improve the defense because he can now focus on it.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht and Coach Todd Bowles' Comments on Mike Evans' Pending Free Agency

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:22:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs GM Jason Licht and Coach Todd Bowles' comments about Mike Evans pending free agency. Plus Evans' agent talked about the Bucs roster as a factor in where he will sign. Plus the Lightning return to play tonight after 20 days off and the Rays score 12 runs in Spring Training.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles To Speak Today In Indy & Mailbag Questions on Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles getting ready to address the media in Indianapolis at the Scouting Combine this week. Plus some mailbag questions on where the Buccaneers could play during Raymond James Stadium upgrades and should Tampa Bay re-sign Mike Evans, Baker Mayfield and Cade Otten.

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US Wins Gold Over Canada & Remembering Joey Knight

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the US winning the gold medal in Men's Hockey for the first time since 1980. They beat Canada 2-1 in overtime as Jake Guentzel wins gold while Brandon Hagel takes home the silver medal. Plus remembering Tampa Bay Times colleague Joey Knight who passed away on Friday after a battle with cancer.

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US Women's Hockey Wins Gold, Should Bucs Sign Bradley Chubb & More On Mike Evans Testing Free Agency

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the US Women's Hockey team taking home gold over Canada in overtime, the men's semifinals games are today, Spring Training baseball games start this weekend and mailbag questions on Mike Evans saying he's going to test free agency and should the Bucs sign Bradley Chubb.

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Would Mike Evans Consider Playing in Kansas City Plus USA and Canada Need OT to Reach The Semifinals

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Patrick Mahomes restructuring his contract with the Chiefs to free up $46 million dollars under the salary cap. Would they try to sign Bucs wide receiver Mike Evans with some of that money. Plus USA and Canada both need overtime to reach the Olympic semifinals in hockey and Spring Training games are just days away.

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Mike Evans Will Test Free Agency but Will He Leave The Bucs?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans' decision to test free agency next month although he hasn't ruled out returning to the Bucs. What is Evans' value in the market, what could the Bucs afford to pay to keep him and where are some possible teams he might look at. Plus what will the Bucs do at backup quarterback and what will the Rays batting order be this season.

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Mike Evans' Agent Make Statement About False Reports & Mailbag Questions on Rays' Desire To Win

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans agent making a statement about false reports about his future on social media, Robert Duvall dies at the age of 95 and mailbag questions on the Rays payroll, their desire to win and NIL's effect on future quarterbacks in the NFL.

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No More NFL Team Report Cards, What To Do With All-Star Games & When To Part With Star Players

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:16:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the future of All-Star games as the players desire to participate is waning, the NFL wins their grievance so the NFLPA can no longer release team report cards and when should a team part ways with a star player.

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Bucs Making Coaching Staff Additions & Mailbag On Todd Bowles, Kevin Cash and More

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers announcing their final additions to the coaching staff including Todd Bowles' son and another coach's nephew. Plus your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, when to make coaching changes, Kevin Cash remaining with the Rays and what does a baseball manager actually do.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Bucs Defense, Jason Licht's Draft Strategy, Edge Rushers & Rays and Bucs Stadium Plans

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Bucs QB Baker Mayfield, the Bucs defense, Jason Licht's draft strategy, why would elite edge rushers want to sign in Tampa Bay and could the Bucs and Rays be working together on their stadium deals.

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Rays First Workout For Pitchers and Catchers, Season Outlook & Mailbag On Local Announcers

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays pitchers and catchers having their first workout today in Port Charlotte as Spring Training begins. Plus your mailbag questions on who will replace Gene Deckerhoff on the Bucs Radio play-by-play and which Tampa Bay athlete has the best commercials.

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Rays Sign RHP Nick Martinez & Should The Bucs Trade for Maxx Crosby

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays signing right-handed pitcher Nick Martinez to help round out their rotation and take the payroll above $80 million. Plus should the Bucs trade for Maxx Crosby from the Raiders even if it means giving up two #1 draft picks.

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Seahawks Win Super Bowl, Bruce Arians' Commercial & Will Mike Evans Play Next Season

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Seahawks 29-13 win over the Patriots in the Super Bowl as we are in the NFL offeseason. Will Mike Evans play next season, Bruce Arians' Super Bowl commercial, Bad Bunny's halftime show and Lindsey Vonn's injury in the Olympics.

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Lightning Beat The Panthers, Super Bowl Preview & Rays Stadium Renderings

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:47:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 6-1 win over the Florida Panthers as tempers flare again after Nikita Kucherov is targeted. Plus a Super Bowl preview, NFL Honors and the first look at the Rays stadium renderings for HCC Campus.

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Bucs Hire a QB Coach, TSA Looks At Rays Stadium Proposal & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:05:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring Chandler Whitmer as Quarterbacks Coach from Indiana. Plus the TSA is discussing the new Rays stadium proposal and they note they have obligations to the Bucs first. Also we answer your mailbag questions on Bucs GM Jason Licht, Baker Mayfield, free agents, the salary cap and does coaching matter.

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Lightning With Another Comeback Win, Rays Stadium Plans Get Support & Tom Moore Starts Retirement

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:01:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's comeback win over the Sabres as they have points in 19 of their last 20 games. Nikita Kucherov had another 4-point night and Darren Raddysh continues to bomb away from the point. Plus Rob Manfred and Governor Ron DeSantis support the Rays stadium at HCC in a press conference on Tuesday, Tom Moore packs his back to leave Tampa as retirement begins and we answer your mailbag question on the Bolts trade deadline needs

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Former Bucs Coach Bruce Arians To Undergo Heart Surgery, More on Rays Stadium Plans Today & Mailbag Questions

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick sending healing vibes to former Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians who is set to undergo heart surgery this Friday, Rays stadium plans coming into focus with a press conference today with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and Florida Governor Ron Desantis and your mailbag questions about the Rays new ownership and what might change at Raymond James Stadium.

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Andrei Vasilevskiy's Goalie Fight Sparks 4-Goal Comeback Win for Lightning At Raymond James Stadium

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:16:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's wild 6-5 shootout win over the Boston Bruins outside at Raymond James Stadium. The Bolts overcame a 4-goal deficit to win for the first time in franchise history, they scored a goal 11-seconds in and Andrei Vasilevskiy got in a goalie fight. Plus an update on Bucs Assistant Coaching search and Mike Evans

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Baker Mayfield on Mike Evans' Future With Bucs & Lightning Win and Get Ready For Stadium Series

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:18:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 win over Winnipeg as they are now 16-1-1 in their last 18 games and now their attention turns towards the Stadium Series game on Sunday. Plus Baker Mayfield says he thinks Mike Evans will play with the Buccaneers this season and we answer your mailbag questions on Evans and Baker.

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More On Zac Robinson As Bucs OC, Todd Monken Hired In Cleveland & Jon Cooper for Jack Adams Award

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:14:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on what to expect this year for the Buccaneers offense under Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson, Todd Monken hired in Cleveland and Jon Cooper's case to win his first Jack Adams Award as coach of the year.

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Bucs OC Zac Robinson's Introductory Press Conference & Bill Belichick Doesn't Make The Hall of Fame

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers new Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson's first press conference and introduction to Tampa Bay. Plus Bill Belichick doesn't make the Hall of Fame on the first ballet.

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Why The Bucs Should Be Encouraged By Super Bowl Matchup & Lightning Shutout Mammoth

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:14:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-0 shutout win over the Utah Mammoth, the Stadium Series game this weekend with perfect weather expected, why the Bucs should be encouraged by this year's Super Bowl matchup and does anyone want to play in the Pro Bowl.

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Super Bowl Is Set, Bucs Lose Assistant Coach Brian Picucci to Jags & Lightning's Point Streak Snapped

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Seattle Seahawks-New England Patriots Super Bowl matchup, do you like winter weather deciding championships, do we go for it too much on 4th down and who had Drake Maye vs. Sam Darnold for the Super Bowl before the season. Plus the Bucs lose an assistant coach, Brian Picucci, to the Jaguars and the Lightning's 15-game point streak comes to an end.

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Bucs Hire Zac Robinson as Offensive Coordinator Plus Rick and Tom on Baker Mayfield and Todd Bowles

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers hiring Zac Robinson as the new Offensive Coordinator from the Atlanta Falcons. Plus he is joined by his old radio partner Tom Jones to discuss Baker Mayfield's beef with the NFC South and Todd Bowles as coach of the Buccaneers.

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Rick and Tom on NFL Coaching Carousel and Championship Weekend

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute to discuss the NFL Coaching Carousel and look ahead to this weekend's Championship games in the NFL.

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Mike McDaniel To Chargers, Baker Mayfield Doesn't Like Stefanski, Lightning Win & HCC Wants To Pursue Rays Stadium

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:16:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news the Mike McDaniel is going to be the next Offensive Coordinator of the Chargers and not the Buccaneers. Plus Baker Mayfield doesn't like new Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, the Lightning win again over San Jose, NHL starting to build outdoor rink at Raymond James Stadium and HCC approves plan to pursue Rays Stadium deal.

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Indiana Wins National Championship & Bucs To Interview Dan Pitcher For Offensive Coordinator

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:20:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Indiana winning their first National Championship as they beat Miami 27-21 behind Curt Cignetti's gutsy calls. Plus the Bucs are interviewing Dan Pitcher for their Offensive Coordinator position as they wait to see if Todd Monken and/or Mike McDaniel get head coaching jobs this year.

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Buccaneers OC Search Continues, Ronde Barber's Comments on Todd Bowles' Defense & Lightning Win

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers search for their next Offensive Coordinator as they wait to see if Mike McDaniel or Todd Monken get head coaching jobs. Plus Ronde Barber's critical comments on Todd Bowles' defense, the NFL Divisional Playoff round, the Lightning get points in 13 straight games and the College Football National Championship is tonight.

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Could the Bucs Hire Mike McDaniel as OC, Rays Trade Josh Lowe & Pitch For Stadium at HCC

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search as it seems Todd Monken will follow John Harbaugh to the Giants. Mike McDaniel is in town today to interview and there might be interest in taking the OC job instead of a head coaching job this season. Plus the Rays trade Josh Lowe and get back Gavin Lux and a minor league pitcher. Hillsborough Community College board will meet on Tuesday about the Rays stadium proposal, the Lightning going for 12 straight wins tonight and NFL Divisional Playoff round preview.

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Bucs To Interview Mike McDaniel for OC, Lavonte David on Last Season & Rachaad White On Todd Bowles

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers interview with OC candidate Todd Monken, Mike McDaniel is visiting later this week as the everyone seems to be waiting on a where John Harbaugh ends up before hiring begins. Plus Lavonte David on the injuries he played with this season, Rachaad White thinks Todd Bowles should give up calling the defense and Ronde Barber on the coaching staff and what is needed.

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Bucs to Interview Todd Monken Today For Offensive Coordinator & Lightning Win 11th Straight Game

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:45:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers interviewing Todd Monken in person today for their Offensive Coordinator position. Monken loved his time in Tampa previously and has a history with Baker Mayfield. Plus Mike Tomlin steps down in Pittsburgh and the Tampa Bay Lightning win their 11th straight game, tying a franchise record.

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Bucs to Interview Mike Kafka, Lightning Win 10th Straight Plus Aaron Rodgers & Mike Tomlin's future

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs continuing to interview coaches for their Offensive Coordinator position, the Lightning have now won 10 straight games but Brayden Point left Monday's game injured plus the Steelers lose so it is the final game for Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin.

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Buccaneers Begin To Interview OC Candidates, A Great NFL Wild Card Weekend & Lightning Win 9 Straight

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:05:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers beginning to interview Offensive Coordinator candidates to replace Josh Grizzard. Plus what a Wild Card weekend in the NFL as most of the game came down to the final possession. Plus Indiana will face Miami in the College Football National Championship and the Lightning have now won 9 straight games.

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Bucs Fire 5 Assistant Coaches While 2 More Retire

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Todd Bowles' decision to fire 5 Buccaneers Assistant Coaches plus 2 more retire. Where do the Bucs go from here, who might they hire and what does it mean for Todd Bowles in the future. Plus looking ahead to this weekend's playoff games and the Lightning getting set to start a 5-game road trip.

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Todd Bowles Will Return as Bucs Head Coach Next Season

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Rick broke on Wednesday that Todd Bowles will return next season as the Head Coach of the Buccaneers, although there will be changes on the coaching staff. Also the Tampa Bay Lightning ask for $250 million for Benchmark International Arena for improvements.

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Are The Bucs Interested In John Harbaugh and The Lightning Beat The Avalanche

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:26:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche that saw the Bolts control much of the game. Plus John Harbaugh has been fired in Baltimore, are the Bucs one of the teams calling him for his next opportunity.

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Todd Bowles On Why He Should Remain Head Coach of the Bucs, But Should He?

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:03:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles' comments after the Bucs fell short of a 5th straight division title and the playoffs and how they might change the decision the Glazers and Jason Licht have to make on his future as the head coach. What will go into the decision and what other changes might be made. Plus the Lightning host the best team in hockey tonight, the Colorado Avalanche as they honor Jon Cooper for coaching in 1,000 games.

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Bucs Win But Miss The Playoffs & Is This The Final Game For Mike Evans and Lavonte David in Tampa Bay

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers failing to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2019 season, despite winning their final game. What is the future for Todd Bowles, what changes could be make on the the coaching staff and have Lavonte David and Mike Evans played their final game in a Bucs uniform. Plus the Lightning have won 7 straight game as Darren Raddysh got his first career hat trick on Saturday.

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Bucs Must Wait For Playoffs if They Beat Panthers Plus What Does Future Hold For Bowles, Evans and David

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:08:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs-Panthers game this Saturday that could determine the NFC South title but the Bucs need help. What does the future hold for the Bucs including Todd Bowles, Lavonte David, Mike Evans and others with the Bucs. Plus the Lightning have won 6 straight games and Indiana and Miami shine in the College Football Playoff.

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Buccaneers Playoff Chances and Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Grizzard, Mayfield and the Glazers

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:34:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers chances this weekend as they need a win, plus a Saints win over the Falcons to win the NFC South and make the playoffs for the 6th straight season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Josh Grizzard, Baker Mayfield, the Glazers and more.

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Bucs Don't Control Playoff Destiny & Todd Bowles On Not Kicking Off To Opponents

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:43:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs no longer controlling their own playoff destiny, even if they win on Saturday over Carolina as the Falcons beat the Rams on Monday night. Plus Todd Bowles admits they are avoiding kicking off to opponents because they don't defend it well but they aren't making any changes.

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Buccaneers Lose at Miami - Can Still Win NFC South But Don't Control Their Destiny

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:12:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-17 loss at the Miami Dolphins as they have now lost 7-of-8 and no longer control their playoff destiny. They need to beat Carolina on Saturday and then hope the Falcons lose 1 of their last 2 games to clinch the NFC South. Special Teams was an issue again as well as missed assignments on defense and more late turnovers by Baker Mayfield. Plus the Lightning beat the Panthers and Canadiens over the weekend making it 4 straight wins.

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Bucs-Dolphins Preview & Mailbag Questions on Mayfield, Bowles, Licht, Glazers and More

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Dolphins game as it's as close to a must-win game as you can get. A Tampa Bay win means next week's game vs. Carolina is for the NFC South title. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, the Glazers and more.

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Bucs Get 2 Players Selected To Pro Bowl, The Game Plan vs. Carolina & Christmas Gifts For Teams

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs getting 2 players selected to the Pro Bowl, Tristan Wirfs and Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus they continue to tout running the ball 30 times vs. Carolina and what would we give each local team for Christmas.

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What Was Bucs Game Plan vs. Carolina, Lightning Beat the Blues & Byrum Brown Transferring From USF

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:11:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what exactly was the Buccaneers game plan on Sunday vs. the Panthers as they took the ball out of their receivers hands. Plus DK Metcalf suspended for swinging at a fan, the Lightning beat the Blues and Byrum Brown to enter transfer portal instead of returning to USF.

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Bucs Lose 23-20 in Carolina, Rays Trade Lowe and Baz & Lightning Beat Hurricanes

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-20 loss at Carolina that puts them in 2nd place with 2 games to go, but they do control their own destiny. Baker Mayfield threw a pick that sealed the loss, the offensive line didn't play well as the Bucs ran the ball a lot to play around the defense. Plus the Rays trade Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz and others for prospects and the Lightning overcome a 3-goal deficit to beat the Hurricanes 6-4.

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Bucs-Panthers Preview Plus Mailbag Questions on Kancey, Egbuka and the Defense

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:05:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the Panthers this weekend. The Bucs need to win 2 of the next 3 games to win the NFC South for a 5th straight season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Calijah Kancey, Emeka Egbuka and what's wrong with the defense.

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Mike Evans Injury and Future, Joe Maddon's Thanksmas & Bucs Mailbag Questions on Defense

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:23:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans comments about this season, his injury and what the future may hold for him. Plus Rick was at Joe Maddon's Thanksmas event with lots of local sports figures and your mailbag questions on the Bucs defense and more.

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MAILBAG: Todd Bowles Future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken and More

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Todd Bowles future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken, rule changes and more. Plus could Andrei Vasilevskiy return to the Lightning lineup on Thursday night vs. the Kings.

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Bucs Place McCollum on IR, Mailbag Questions On Todd Bowles & Lightning Lose to Panthers

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:19:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the mood of the Bucs as they control their own destiny to win the division. Plus they put Zyon McCollum on injured reserve, your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles and the Lightning lose to the Panthers.

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Bucs are Back In First Place As Saints Beat Panthers & Lightning Lose in a Shootout

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being back in 1st place in the NFC South as the Saints beat the Panthers on Sunday. Any 2 wins in their last 3 games and they will be the division champs for the 5th straight season. Plus Phillip Rivers plays well, Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons lost for the season and the Lightning lose in a shootout in New York.

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Buccaneers Lose 29-28 To Atlanta Despite Leading By 14 With Less Than 10 Minutes To Play

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:47:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons after they lead by 14 with 10-minutes remaining. Head Coach Todd Bowles called his team out after the game and Baker Mayfield took the blame on himself. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan both returned to the lineup as their top-4 receivers all played for the first time this season.

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Bucs-Falcons Preview, Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan Activated From IR & Byrum Brown Won't Play in USF's Bowl Game

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:36:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game vs. the Atlanta Falcons tonight on Thursday Night Football. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan have been activated from Injured Reserve and are questionable to play tonight. Plus Byrum Brown won't play in USF's Bowl Game but will instead coach, Michigan fired Head Coach Sherrone Moore plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions.

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Why The Bucs Signed Jason Pierre-Paul, Lightning Snap Losing Streak & Rays Get #2 Pick

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:07:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers motivation in signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the practice squad, when he might play and what he brings. Plus the Lightning snap their 4-game losing streak with a 6-1 win over Montreal, the Rays land the #2 draft pick and Wander Franco to get a new trial.

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Bucs Sign Jason Pierre-Paul to Practice Squad & Lightning Shutout For 2nd Straight Game

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:49:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the Practice Squad for help to the pass rush, the Lightning lose their 4th straight game and the College Football Playoff is a mess.

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Bucs Lose 24-20 To Saints, Now Tied With Carolina in NFC South

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints that has Tampa Bay tied with Carolina atop the NFC South with 4 games to play. Baker Mayfield didn't play well, Emeka Egbuka dropped passes and Special Teams wasn't good again. Plus the Lightning have lost 3 straight games, the College Football Playoff is set without Notre Dame and the Reliaquest Bowl matchup.

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Bucs-Saints Preview & Kucherov's Game-Tying Goal Overturned For Hand Pass

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:59:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers home game vs. the Saints as they look to pull 1-game ahead of Carolina in the division. Plus the Lightning lose after Nikita Kucherov's game-tying goal was overturned due to a hand pass.

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USF Hires Ohio State OC Brian Hartline & Previewing New Buccaneers 10-Part Docuseries

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF hiring Ohio State Offensive Coordinator Brian Hartline to be their next football coach replacing Alex Golesh who left for Auburn. Plus Trent Cooper joins us to preview the 10-part Buccaneers docuseries called "Raise The Flags" that will be released next week.

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Bucs Mailbag: Todd Bowles, Josh Grizzard, Beating The Cardinals & NFL Officiating

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Bucs mailbag questions about Head Coach Todd Bowles, Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard, beating the Cardinals and NFL Officiating. Plus the Lightning's 7-game win streak snapped in 2-1 loss at the Islanders.

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Bucs' Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan Could Practice This Week & Golesh, Sumrall and Kiffin Introduced

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:06:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Bucs Wide Receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan could start practicing this week as Tampa Bay gets closer to being healthy. While the offense is getting healthier, the defense is still a concern as the cavalry isn't coming to help. Plus Alex Golesh is introduced at Auburn, Jon Sumrall at Florida. Lane Kiffin at LSU and the Lightning going for 8 straight wins tonight at the Islanders.

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Bucs Beat Cardinals 20-17 as Bucky Irving Returns, Alex Golesh to Auburn, Jon Sumrall to Florida & Bolts Keep Winning

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:31:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-17 win over the Cardinals to snap their 3-game losing streak. They go Ben Bredeson and Bucky Irving back, while Chris Godwin looked more like himself in his 2nd week back. The game wasn't a masterpiece but they got the W to remain a half game ahead of Carolina who beat the Rams. Plus Alex Golesh leaves USF for Auburn, Jon Sumrall is named the Gators Head Coach while Lane Kiffin chooses LSU. Also the Lightning are hot, winning 7 straight games without their best defensemen.

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Bucs-Cardinals Preview & Your Mailbag Questions on the Pass Rush, Josh Grizzard, Coaching Staff, Ronde Barber and More

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the Cardinals as Tampa Bay is looking to snap a 3-game losing streak. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs pass rush, Josh Grizzard, the coaching staff, could Ronde Barber become a coach and how good are the Lightning this season.

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Lightning Beat Calgary, Alex Golesh Linked to Arkansas & Teddy Bridgewater Getting Buc Practice Reps

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:21:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 5-1 win over the Flames giving them 13 wins in their last 16 games. Plus Alex Golesh is linked to the open Arkansas job, Baker isn't taking reps at Bucs practices as Teddy Bridgewater is getting prepared in case he needs to start on Sunday, Haason Reddick returns to practice in a limited role and it looks like Bucky Irving will play.

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Will Baker Mayfield Play Sunday For Bucs, Bucky Irving Expected Back & Todd Bowles Mailbag Question

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on whether Baker Mayfield will play this weekend for the Buccaneers, how they will prepare in practice plus there was more to Bucky Irving's time away than just the physical injury. Also we answer a mailbag questions about Todd Bowles as Bucs coach and the Lightning host Calgary tonight.

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Bucs Get Good News As Baker Mayfield Only Has AC Joint Sprain & Lightning Get Their First Shutout

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:22:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Baker Mayfield could play this week vs. the Cardinals after suffering a mild sprain in his left shoulder. It's essentially a pain management issue moving forward. Plus the Lightning get their first shutout of the season as they've won 4 in a row and 12-of-15.

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Baker Mayfield Hurt As Buccaneers Lose 34-7 To Rams

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:03:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 34-7 loss to the Rams on Sunday Night Football that saw Baker Mayfield leave the game with a left shoulder injury. The game wasn't competitive as the Rams led 28-7 after their first 3 drives and a pick-6. Plus the Lightning have won 3 in a row and are in 2nd place and Mike Norvell will return next season to Florida State.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Jason Licht, Todd Bowles Future, Tight End Play, Running Game & The Playoffs

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:01:07 GMT

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Bucs Have Stomach Bug Moving Through Team, How Good is Tristan Wirfs & Mailbag on Todd Bowles

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:11:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the stomach bug going through the Bucs team right now, how Tristan Wirfs is viewed by other NFL players, will Bucky Irving or Chris Godwin play this weekend in LA plus we answer a mailbag question about Todd Bowles.

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Is Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles Too Conservative, Lightning Beat Devils and Rays DFA Christopher Morel

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:41:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-1 win over the New Jersey Devils as Jake Guentzel gets a hat trick. Plus is Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles too conservative, how good are they as a team as they head to Los Angeles to face the Rams and the Rays make moves including DFAing Christopher Morel.

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Bucs Lead Down to .5 Game In NFC South As Defense Giving Up Big Plays

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on the Bucs 44-32 loss to Buffalo and the impact for the rest of the season as they are just .5 game ahead of Carolina in the NFC South. The defense is giving up big plays as the pass rush isn't getting home.

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Bucs Lose 44-32 at Buffalo, USF Loses at Navy & Lightning Split Games Over The Weekend

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:28:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 44-32 loss at the Buffalo Bills as special teams continues to be a problem, and the defense isn't doing it's job. The offense scored 32 despite missing weapons as Sean Tucker did well and Baker Mayfield ran the ball for the first time in weeks. Plus USF lost at Navy and most likely ends their chances at the College Football Playoff while the Lightning splits a pair of games over the weekend including win at Florida.

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Bucs-Bills Preview, USF at Navy & Junior Caminero Gets MVP Votes

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on this weekend's Buccaneers-Bills game as Bucky Irving and Chris Godwin could play. The Bucs are looking to avoid losing 2 straight games as they maintain a 1.5 game lead in the division. Plus USF has a big game at Navy, Junior Caminero gets some votes for AL MVP and Jameis Winston is starting for the Giants this week.

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Bucky Irving and Chris Godwin Return To Bucs Practice & Shorthanded Lightning Lose 7-3 to Rangers

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:08:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucky Irving and Chris Godwin returning to practice on Wednesday, so what are the chances they could play this week at Buffalo? Plus the Lightning lose a wild game 7-3 to the Rangers as 5 guys in the lineup last game were out with injury and Brandon Hagel got hurt in the first period.

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Should Bucs Rest Baker Mayfield and Josh Williams Suspended for PEDs

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if the Buccaneers should consider resting Baker Mayfield until he is healthier for the stretch run of the season. Plus Running Back Josh Williams is suspended for 6 games for PEDs, the Lightning host the Rangers tonight as a lot of players are banged up and USF is ranked in the College Football Playoff poll for the first time ever.

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The Latest On Buccaneers Injuries & Brian Daboll Fired in New York

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:35:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as it looks like Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and Haason Reddick aren't ready to return yet. Plus Brian Daboll was fired in New York and Lightning Head Coach hosts his annual Coop's Catch.

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Buccaneers Lose 28-23 To Patriots as Defense Gives Up Big Chunk Plays

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 28-23 loss to the New England Patriots that saw the defense give up big chunk plays. Luke Goedeke returned but they lost Ben Bredesen in the first quarter with a hamstring injury. Plus the Lightning have won 7-of-8 after a rough 7-game start to the season while USF controls its destiny in terms of the College Football Playoff

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Bucs-Patriots Preview, Could Luke Goedeke Play, USF Routs UTSA & Rays Let Fairbanks Walk

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Patriots game this weekend while Rick thinks OT Luke Goedeke might play this weekend. Plus USF routs UTSA, the Rays pick up the option on Brandon Lowe and Taylor Walls but let Pete Fairbanks become a free agent. Also Antonio Brown is under arrest after being extradited from Dubai.

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Many Injured Buccaneers Players Not Ready To Return After Bye Week

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:24:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injured players not back at practice on Wednesday including Chris Godwin, Jr., Haason Reddick and Bucky Irving, should Jason Licht have made some trades at the deadline and if the Dodgers winning is bad for baseball.

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Rick and Tom on Bucs' Season, The World Series & College Football Coaching Carousel

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute discuss the Buccaneers' upcoming game against the Patriots and they reflect on the team's performance and injuries. They talk about the World Series and other gut-wrenching losses in sports, the current state of baseball, ownership dynamics, and the future of the Rays. They also get into the evolving landscape of college football coaching changes and how players are now controlling the sport.

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Rick and Tom on Baker Mayfield, Jayden Daniels' Injury & James Franklin's Firing at Penn State

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his former radio partner, Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute as they discuss Baker Mayfield on the ManningCast, Jayden Daniels injury and it's relation to Jameis Winston getting hurt nearly a decade ago, James Franklin firing at Penn State and weddings for a Girl Dad.

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Bucs' Jalen McMillan Fractured His Neck, Lightning Win 5th Straight & What a World Series

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on news that Bucs WR Jalen McMillan fractured his neck in the preseason and if Jason Licht should look at trading for a receiver before Tuesday's trade deadline. Plus the Carolina Panthers win in Green Bay and are just 1.5 games behind the Bucs. Plus the World Series was incredible, the Lightning win their 5th straight game, Florida hung with Georgia, Florida State finally wins an ACC game and Miami loses again.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Trade Deadline, Midseason Evaluation, Mike Evans, Lavonte David & Raymond James Stadium

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:27:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs trade deadline approaching, which players have impressed and disappointed at the halfway point of the season, could Mike Evans retire after his season, replacing Lavonte David, NFL officiating, Raymond James Stadium and has the Lightning's Stanley Cup window passed?

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MAILBAG: Bucs Bye Week, Trade Deadline, Offensive Struggles & Todd Bowles

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:28:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs bye week, the trade deadline, what to read into the loss to Detroit, why the offense is struggling recently, Todd Bowles and the Bucs practice routine.

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Lightning Win 3rd Straight Game & What a Wild World Series

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:24:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3rd straight win as they beat Nashville 5-2. Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel score, as does Zemgus Girgensons and Charle-Édouard D’Astous. Plus what a great World Series as the Dodgers and Blue Jays are tied at 2 games a piece.

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What Should The Bucs Do At Next Week's Trade Deadline

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers should look to make moves at next week's trade deadline despite Jason Licht's reluctance to trade draft picks in the past. Plus the Lightning place Mitchell Chaffee on waivers as Dominic James continues to impress.

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Bucs Beat The Saints 23-3 as Anthony Nelson Steals the Show, Lightning Win Twice & USF Loses at Memphis

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:31:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-3 win over the Saints as Anthony Nelson has a career day with a sack, forced fumble and pick-6 to help the struggling offense that had trouble running the ball and are without a lot of weapons. Plus the Lightning win a pair of games over the weekend, USF loses at Memphis which leaves them without any margin for error to make the College Football Playoff and Brian Kelly is out at LSU.

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Bucs-Saints Preview, Should Jason Licht Trade for Edge Rusher & Is Vita Vea a Hall of Famer

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Saints game this weekend as Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and Haason Reddick will all miss the game. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Vita Vea, Bucs injuries, replay review, should Jason Licht trade for an edge rusher and Rays trades.

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Bucs' Mike Evans Elects To Have Surgery and Baker Mayfield Hates The Saints

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:07:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs WR Mike Evans electing to have surgery for a fractured clavicle which means he might be able to return before the end of the regular season. Plus Baker Mayfield dislike for the Saints 'not clean' play, Chris Godwin, Haason Reddick and Bucky Irving to miss this week's game. Also the Lightning are back home tonight and need wins and USF with a big game at Memphis this weekend.

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Will Mike Evans Play Again This Season & Bucs OC Josh Grizzards Struggles Against Detroit

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injuries mounting. Will Mike Evans play again this season after fracturing his clavicle on Monday night, how long will Haason Reddick be out too. Plus Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard struggled against the Lions as the Bucs only ran the ball 12 times.

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Buccaneers Lose 24-9 To Detroit, Mike Evans To Miss Most of the Season with Broken Clavicle

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:17:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 24-9 loss to the Detroit Lions as they lose Mike Evans for most of the season due to a broken clavicle and a concussion. Baker Mayfield never looked comfortable, Haason Reddick left injured and Jahmyr Gibbs was unstoppable. Plus more info on Doug Martin's death and the Blue Jays are going to the World Series for the first time since 1993.

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Bucs-Lions on MNF Tonight, Doug Martin Dies at 36 & Billy Napier Fired at Florida

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Monday Night Football game in Detroit tonight as both Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka could play against a beat up Lions secondary. Plus former Bucs running back Doug Martin dies at age 36, Billy Napier is out at Florida, so who should Scott Strickland target, is Mike Norvell next at Florida State after they lose at Stanford, Miami loses, USF wins, the Lightning only get 4 points out of 8 on their road trip and Shohei Ohtani's impressive performance.

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Mike Evans Returns To Bucs Practice & Mailbag Questions On Chris Godwin and Sean Tucker

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans return to Bucs practice with a chance to play on Monday night in Detroit. Plus we start to preview the Lions game that with a win, would cement the Bucs as the class of the NFC. We look at the College Football games this weekend and answer your mailbag questions about Chris Godwin and Sean Tucker on kickoff returns.

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Bucs' Jamel Dean Wins Defensive Player Of The Week & Should They Trade For Edge Rusher

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs' Jamel Dean winning the NFC Defensive Player of the Week after his performance against the 49ers on Sunday. Plus the Bucs get back to practice today to face the Lions on Monday night, should the Bucs be active at the trade deadline and the Lightning trade a goalie.

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Baker Mayfield Next Contract With Bucs, Todd Bowles Franchise Ranks & Lightning Lose In OT

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 3-2 overtime loss in Washington and your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield's next contract, Emeka Egbuka's nickname, Todd Bowles's place in Bucs coaching history and should Jason Licht trade for an edge rusher.

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Buccaneers Waiting On Injury Updates & Lightning Win First Game of the Season

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with an update on some Buccaneers injuries, especially Emeka Egbuka who is going for further testing today but should miss some time. Mike Evans could return on Monday night against the Lions in a week but that isn't certain. Plus the Bucs are one of only 3 teams in NFL with one blemish on their record and the only one in the NFC and the Lightning win their first game of the season in Boston.

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Baker Mayfield Leads Bucs to 30-19 Win Over 49ers, Egbuka Leaves With Hamstring Injury & Lightning Start 0-2

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:40:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers to propel them to the top spot in the NFC through 6 weeks. Baker Mayfield continues to lead the team despite missing his now top 4 receivers as Emeka Egbuka left with a hamstring injury. The defense got 6 sacks and 2 interceptions in their best performance of the season. Plus the Lightning start 0-2 and forgot how to shoot the puck and a wild college football weekend as James Franklin is fired, Indiana is ranked #3, USF moves up to 19 and Florida State and Florida both lose.

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Bucs-49ers Preview & Lightning Drop Season Opener

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:45:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning opening night loss despite leading the game 3-1 after 1 period. Plus a preview of the Buccaneers-49ers game which could impact who is the best team in the NFC.

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Lightning Season Preview - Power Play Changes, Vasy's Health, How They Get Past The Panthers

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Ed Encina to preview the Tampa Bay Lightning's season that begins tonight at Benchmark International Arena. How healthy is Andrei Vasilevskiy, what changes will they make on the power play, most of the team returns so what does that say and how do they get past the Florida Panthers?

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Rays New Owners Layout Stadium Wishes & Former Bucs OC Liam Coen's Hot Start in Jacksonville

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays new ownership and their plans for a new stadium and the direction of the franchise after they held a press conference on Tuesday. Their goal is to be in a new stadium by Opening Day 2029 which is ambitious. So where will the stadium go and who will pay for it. Plus former Bucs' OC Liam Coen is off to a great start in Jacksonville.

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Is Bucs' Baker Mayfield an MVP Candidate, Tristan Wirfs Was Great Sunday & Egbuka's Rookie Campaign

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's season that see him in the MVP conversation through 5 games as he has a 4-1 record with 10 TD passes and 1 INT. He's done all this with a beat up offensive line and he's been without Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving for some games. Plus Tristan Wirfs was really good on Sunday as was Emeka Egbuka. Then finally the Lightning are issued suspensions and fines for Saturday's melee in Sunrise.

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Buccaneers Beat Seahawks With Last Second Field Goal To Go 4-1 On Season

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:45:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 38-35 last second win over the Seahawks to become the first team in NFL history to win 4 games by 3 points or less in their first 5 games. Emeka Egbuka had a huge day as did Baker Mayfield who completed over 85% of his passes. The defense struggled but won the turnover battle including a late pick by Lavonte David to set up the game-winning field goal. Plus Florida knocks off Texas, Miami beats Florida State and the Lightning-Panthers had over 320 penalty minutes on Saturday night.

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Bucs-Seahawks Preview, Lightning-Panthers Fight & Big College Football Weekend Ahead

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 05:24:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Seahawks game as it looks like Bucky Irving may miss the game but several Bucs players did return to practice on Thursday. Plus the Lightning and Panthers brawled multiple times in their preseason game and a big weekend for College Football in the state with Texas at Florida and Miami at Florida State.

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Bucs' Injured List Is Getting Long, RB Coach Skip Peete Needs Medical Attention & Egbuka's Alternate Career

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers growing list of injuries as they couldn't hold a full practice on Wednesday because of it. Plus Running Backs Coach Skip Peete required medical attention at practice, Emeka Egbuka could have played baseball, the Rays sale is completed, so where will the stadium be built, some big College Football games this weekend and we are 1 week away from Lightning hockey.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Bucs Linebackers, Injuries, Rays Needs & USF's CFP Chances

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:39:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, the Bucs inside linebackers, injuries, Rays needs for next season, the catching position and USF's College Football Playoff chances.

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Bucs Injuries are Mounting Including Bucky Irving & What To Do With Special Teams

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the mounting Bucs injuries as their depth at defensive back is being challenged, Hasson Reddick has a concussion, Greg Gaines is hurt as is Bucky Irving. The Bucs will be challenged as they head to Seattle this weekend to face the Seahawks. Also the Bucs special teams have been a problem so what changes need to be made going forward.

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Bucs Slow Starts Ends In 31-25 Loss To The Eagles

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers slow start that lead to them losing their first game to the Philadelphia Eagles 31-25. An early blocked punt returned for a touchdown and turnovers ultimately led to the loss. It was good to see Tristan Wirfs and Chris Godwin, Jr., back it the lineup but injuries continue to mount with Jamel Dean and Benjamin Morrison leave hurt. Plus the Rays season ends in a series sweep to the Blue Jays and a crazy weekend of college football.

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Bucs-Eagles Preview, Will Baker Mayfield and Chris Godwin Play While Tristan Wirfs Should Return

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's status heading into Sunday game against the Eagles as he was limited in practice again. Tristan Wirfs looks like he will return this week for the Bucs while Chris Godwin might. Plus the Rays blow a late lead again to guarantee a losing record this season, Andrei Vasilevskiy should return to practice on Monday and be ready for the regular season and more!

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Will Tristan Wirfs and Chris Godwin Play This Week & Baker Mayfield on Injury List For Buccaneers

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Tristan Wirfs and/or Chris Godwin will return this week for the Buccaneers and the impact that may have as they get set to face the Philadelphia Eagles. Plus Todd Bowles' thoughts on the 'Tush Push', Baker Mayfield shows up on the injury report and Tom Brady will be in town this weekend for the game. Also the Rays beat the Orioles but how bad of a season was this year for them.

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Bucs' Mike Evans To Miss 3-4 Weeks, Desmond Watson To Practice Squad & Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Mike Evans will miss 3-4 weeks with a hamstring strain and how this will impact the Bucs. Plus Ko Kieft goes on IR and is expected to miss the rest of the season and Tampa Bay signs Desmond Watson to the practice squad. We also answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, tight ends, special teams and the Offensive Line.

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MLB Approves Rays Sale, Waiting On Updates For Bucs Injuries & Lightning Win Preseason Opener

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Major League Baseball approving the sale of the Rays in a deal that should close later this week as Stu Sternberg will no longer be the principal owner. Plus we're still waiting on updates on the Buccaneers injuries from their Sunday win over the Jets and the Lightning win their first preseason game.

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Cardiac Bucs Win In The Final Minute Again, Start Season 3-0 For The First Time In 20 Years

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 3rd straight comeback win in the final minute as they beat the Jets and are 3-0 for the first time in 20 years. The Offensive Line had issues but the defense created 2 turnovers including a pick-6 and Emeka Egbuka was spectacular. Injury issues continue to be a problem as Mike Evans left the game with a hamstring injury. Plus the Rays say goodbye to Steinbrenner Field and principal owner Stuart Sternberg and the Florida Gators lose in Miami to drop to 1-3.

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Luke Goedeke Goes On IR, Bucs-Jets Preview & Big Game for Gators at Miami

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers-Jets game as Tampa Bay's offensive line has more changes with Luke Goedeke going on IR. Plus Emeka Egbuka hasn't practiced this week and is questionable but the Jets are going with backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor. Plus a big game for the Gators this weekend as they travel to Miami with College Gameday and the Rays win to stave off elimination for at least another day.

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Bucs' Cody Mauch Out For The Season, Integrity Of The Game, Rays' Caminero Hurt & Lightning's Nick Paul To Miss Time

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Guard Cody Mauch for the season, dealing another blow to an already banged up Offensive Line. Plus the Bucs let Nick Chubb score but does that violate the Integrity of the Game, the Rays win and avoid elimination but Junior Caminero left with mid-back tightness, the Lightning will be without Nick Paul for the first month of the season while Nikita Kucherov wasn't happy with the power play last season and Andrei Vasilevskiy doesn't like losing in the playoffs.

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Bucs' Calijah Kancey Is Out For The Season & Did Todd Bowles Let The Texans Score Late

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Calijah Kancey's season ending pectoral injury, a lot of love for Baker Mayfield around football, should the Bucs bring in another kick as Chase McLaughlin missed another field goal and did Todd Bowles' defense allow Nick Chubb to score late in Monday night's game to get the ball back. Plus the Rays lose again despite a 3-run home run from Brandon Lowe that a fan interfered with but it was allowed to stand and the Lightning report for Media Day today.

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Buccaneers Beat The Texans 20-19 As Rachaad White Scores With :06 Left

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:59:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-19 win over the Texans on Monday Night Football that saw Tampa Bay execute a game-winning drive in the final moments for the 2nd straight week. The defense was great, Baker Mayfield was a warrior but Special Teams had issues including another missed field goal by Chase McLaughlin and a blocked punt. The Rays lost to the Blue Jays in 11 innings and they are 8.5 games out with 12 to play.

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Bucs-Texans Preview, Rays Lose in Chicago While USF and Gators Lose

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Texans Monday Night Football game as Tampa Bay looks to start 2-0 but they'll have to overcome their primetime woes. Plus the Rays lose 4-of-6 in Chicago and are all but eliminated from the playoffs, USF gets blown out in Miami and DJ Lagway struggles for Florida in Baton Rouge.

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Bucs' Wirfs and Godwin Practice, Goedeke Misses, USF-Miami Tomorrow & Rays Lose Series to White Sox

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers welcoming Tristan Wirfs and Chris Godwin back to practice for the first time this year but they probably won't play this week. Luke Goedeke missed practice so there is more shuffling on the Offensive Line, Christian Izien and Benjamin Morrison practiced and Jamel Dean describes why he took a pay cut. Plus USF plays at Miami this weekend for their 3rd straight game against a ranked opponent and the Rays lose the series to the White Sox and the math is getting really hard to make the playoffs.

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Rick and Tom On Baker Mayfield's Play In Buccaneers First Game & Todd Bowles' Winning Culture

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by his old radio partner, Tom Jones, to discuss Baker Mayfield's performance in the Buccaneers first game, the team's winning culture under Todd Bowles, the dynamics of NFL teams, the impact of Aaron Rodgers on the Jets, and share personal travel stories related to sports journalism. The discussion wraps up with predictions for upcoming games and a look at the future of the Buccaneers and the Rays.

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Rick and Tom On The Outrage Over Poll Voters & Ryan Clarks Latest Apology

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute of Media Studies to discuss the over the top outrage at an AP voter who left South Florida off her latest ballot despite wins over 2 Top 25 teams. Plus Ryan Clark once again has to apologize to a co-worker for his comments.

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How The Buccaneers Offensive Line Shuffle Happened and Jamel Dean's Pay Cut

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers shuffled their Offensive Line on Sunday moving Graham Barton to Left Tackle, Ben Bredeson to Center and inserting Michael Jordan at Guard which worked. Plus Jamel Dean took a huge pay cut to stay with the Bucs this season and will be a free agent after this year.

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Bucs Beat Falcons 23-20 as Egbuka Scores Twice, USF Knocks Off Florida & Rays Lose 3 Straight

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:24:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 win over the Atlanta Falcons to start the 2025-26 season. While the game wasn’t pretty, the veteran leadership of Baker Mayfield and team found a way to win a game in which they had less than 25 minutes of possession and didn’t force a turnover. Emeka Egbuka had 2 touchdowns and Haason Reddick had a sack in their Bucs debuts. Plus USF knocks off Florida and are now ranked 18th in the country and the Rays have lost 3 in a row, scoring only 4 runs in those games.

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Bucs-Falcons Preview, Rays Win 7th Straight Game & Jalen Carter Ejected Before Playing A Snap

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers season opening game in Atlanta this weekend. How will the offense do without Chris Godwin and Tristan Wirfs, what to expect from the revamped defense who could be without Vita Vea and the impact of a first game against a divisional foe. Plus the Rays win their 7th straight games as they are just 2 games out of the AL Wild Card and Cowboys’ Jalen Carter gets ejected for spitting before playing a snap.

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Rays Win 6th Straight Game, Vita Vea On Buccaneers Injury Report & Pat Maroon Staying in Tampa Bay

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays resurgence as they won their 6th straight game to move just 2.5 games out of the final Wild Card spot with 23 games to play. They are being led by Junior Caminero who now has 40 home runs and 102 RBI. Plus the Buccaneers have released their first injury report and Vita Vea is on it after not practicing on Wednesday. Hassan Reddick also missed practice for personal reasons. Also Pat Maroon is staying in Tampa Bay as he is now a Brand Ambassador for the Lightning.

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Bucs Sign Luke Goedeke To Extension, Junior Caminero Hits 40th Home Run & Rays Win 5th Straight

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:32:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing Right Tackle Luke Goedeke to a 4-year, $90 million extension, why the Bucs like Ben Chukwuma on the offensive line, the premiere of Raise The Flags at the Tampa Theatre, Junior Caminero hits his 40th homerun and drives in his 100th RBI as the Rays win their 5th straight game, now just 3.5 games out of the Wild Card.

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USF Dominates Boise State, Bucs Set Practice Squad & Micah Parsons Traded to Green Bay

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the impressive start for USF as they rout Boise State 34-7 to beat a ranked opponent for the first time in 14 years. Plus the Buccaneers set their practice squad, Kyle Trask hasn’t been signed yet and the Cowboys trade Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Also the Rays are in Washington to face the Nationals after they blew a 9th inning lead on Wednesday in Cleveland.

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College Football Preview: DJ Lagway's Health, USF's Gauntlet, Miami's New QB & FSU's Outlook

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Matt Baker from The Athletic to preview the College Football season including outlooks for the Gators, USF, Florida State and Miami, why this is a big week for the ACC, the overall landscape of college football and more

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Bucs 53-Man Roster is Set as 3 Undrafted Free Agents Make The Team & Rays Shut Out In Cleveland

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the roster cuts by the Buccaneers to get to their initial 53-man roster. 3 undrafted free agents made the team while Head Coach Todd Bowles detailed by Kyle Trask was among those waived by the team. Plus the Rays are shutout in Cleveland and Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are now engaged.

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Bucs To Cut Kyle Trask & Desmond Watson, Rays Win As Junior Caminero Hit 2 More Home Runs

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers decision to cut Kyle Trask after 4 seasons as Teddy Bridgewater will be the backup quarterback. The 2021 Draft class for Tampa Bay turned out to be a bust. Desmond Watson is among other cuts for Tampa Bay that must be finalized by 4pm today. The Rays beat the Guardians 9-0 as Junior Caminero hits 2 home runs and Ian Seymour allows 1 hit in 5 innings.

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Who Will Be The Bucs Backup QB, Shilo Sanders Cut & Rays' Carson Williams Homers In Debut

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers looming cuts to the roster that we know will include Shilo Sanders who was ejected in Saturday’s preseason game for throwing a punch. They also discuss the backup quarterback position and what Jason Licht might decide. Then the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Cardinals as Carson Williams makes his debut and hits a homerun in his first game, plus how the starting pitching has let the team down this season and College Football is back.

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Rick and Tom On Buccaneers Top 50 Players and Press Box Stories

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on press box stories from covering teams and they debate the Top 50 players in Buccaneers History as they prepare to play their 50th season.

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Rick and Tom on Training Camps & Bucs' Baker Mayfield's Commercials Plus Rays Swept By Yankees

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones back together to discuss covering Training Camps and stories from the past, A/C issues in the middle of a Florida summer and Baker Mayfield staring in commercials again. Rays get swept by the Yankees after their comeback attempt comes up short in extra innings.

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Bucs' Jalen McMillan to Miss At Least Half The Season As Injuries Pile Up & Rays Getting Hammered By Yankees

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers mounting injuries including Jalen McMillan who will miss at least half the season, Christian Izien who will miss some time and more. Plus the Rays' Shane Baz gives up 5 homerun in the first 3 innings to the Yankees in a series the Rays need to keep pace in the Wild Card.

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Did Bucs Make The Right Decision Not Playing Baker Mayfield In Preseason & Rays Series vs Yankees

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers decision to not play quarterback Baker Mayfield this year in the preseason. What led the Bucs to make this decision and is it the correct one, plus the Rays have a huge series vs. the Yankees that begins tonight at Steinbrenner Field and Baker Mayfield is in commercials again.

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Bucs Beat Steelers Behind Teddy Bridgewater and 3 INTs & Rays Finish West Coast Trip 6-6

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 17-14 win over the Steelers as they are now 2-0 in the preseason. The defense got another 3 interceptions and Teddy Bridgewater looked good in his first action with Tampa Bay. The Rays wrap up their 12-game west coast road trip at 6-6 but were hoping for more.

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Bucs Joint Practice With Steelers, Mayfield's Great Day & Mailbag Questions

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:05:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers joint practice with the Steelers which Tampa Bay dominated so much that Mike Evans, Lavonte David and Baker Mayfield won't play in Saturday's preseason game. Plus Todd Bowles comments on Vita Vea and your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, who makes the roster, statues at Raymond James Stadium, Hugh Culverhouse and the Rays call up Bob Seymour.

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Bucs' Antoine Winfield, Jr. Not Practicing, Rays' Caminero Hits 34th HR & Lightning Rename Arena

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:19:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs Antoine Winfield, Jr., not practicing with a lower leg injury, more on Devin White's time in Tampa Bay, the Rays beat the Athletics as Junior Caminero hits his 34th homerun, the Lightning's home is now called Benchmark International Arena, some history of 'The Catch' and a new logo for the show.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht On Drafting Devin White & Mailbag Questions on Braswell, Sanders, Pass Rush and More

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs GM Jason Licht's comments to The Athletic regarding Devin White and how he wouldn't have drafted him in hindsight. Plus your mailbag questions on Chris Braswell, Shilo Sanders, Bucs draft picks, the pass rush and Todd Bowles' defensive scheme.

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Bucs Wrap Up Training Camp, Dixon's Dependable Punting, McClanahan's Procedure & Gruden Wins Appeal

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers last practice of Training Camp as they prepare to head to Pittsburgh for a joint practice and preseason game this week. Plus the Bucs have stability with their special teams now after rotating through 3 punters last season, Jon Gruden wins his Nevada appeal in case against NFL, Shane McClanahan won't pitch this season after undergoing a procedure for his nerve issue and could the Rays make a run at the playoffs with 42 games remaining.

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Bucs Win 1st Preseason Game: Kyle Trask Plays Well & Rachaad White Gets Hurt, Plus Rays Winless In Seattle

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 29-7 win over the Titans in the first preseason game that saw Kyle Trask play well, Rachaad White get hurt and some off the radar guys show out. Plus the Rays get swept in Seattle after blowing a late lead on Friday night and Shane McClanahan still having nerve issues.

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Buccaneers Joint Practice Turns Feisty & Rays' Johnny Deluca Goes On IL

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the feisty Buccaneers joint practice with the Titans ahead of their first preseason game tomorrow night where the starters won't play. Plus the Rays' Johnny Deluca goes on the IL again and mailbag questions on Kevin Cash, Teddy Bridgewater and Gene Deckerhoff.

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Teddy Bridgewater's First Bucs Practice, When Will Mike Evans Retire, & Rays' Caminero Hits 30 HRs

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Teddy Bridgewater's first day of practice with the Buccaneers and his signing should have been obvious. Plus could this be Mike Evans last season, NFL players now have to bring their own smelling salts, the Rays win the series in Anaheim as Junior Caminero reaches 30 home runs for the season.

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Buccaneers Sign Teddy Bridgewater To Back Up Baker Mayfield & Rays Score 7 Runs In One Inning

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing of backup QB Teddy Bridgewater and what the means for the team and Kyle Trask. Plus the NFL bans smelling salts which Baker Mayfield uses and the Rays find some offense in Anaheim but can they go on a stretch to get them back into playoff contention.

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Bucs To Practice With Titans, Is Kyle Trask The Best Backup QB for Bucs & Rays Struggles to Start West Coast Trip

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers upcoming joint practice with the Titans ahead of their 1st preseason game this weekend. Plus more on is Kyle Trask the best backup QB for the Bucs, some Buccaneers mailbag questions, Tom Brady's broadcasting career and the Rays struggling at the start of their west coast road trip.

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Baker Mayfield Misses Bucs' Practices, Barton Works at Left Tackle & Rays Lose Dodgers Series

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield missing the last 2 days of practice at Bucs Training Camp after he hit his hand on a shoulder pad, Is Kyle Trask a good enough backup QB for a Super Bowl Contender and the Bucs are trying different offensive line combinations including Graham Barton at Left Tackle. Plus the Rays get shut out twice by the Dodgers as they now head out on a 12-game, 14-day road trip to the West Coast.

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Rays Trade Deadline, Injuries Mount in Loss to Yankees & When To Panic Over Baker Mayfield's INTs

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays trade deadlines acquisitions as they say goodbye to Taj Bradley, Jose Caballero and Curtis Mead. They didn't trade they're biggest pieces and kept Yandy Diaz, Brandon Lowe and Pete Fairbanks. Plus when should you be worried about the number of interceptions that Baker Mayfield is throwing in practice.

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Rays Blow Saves In The 8th, 9th and 10th Innings in Loss to Yankees & Zack Littell traded to the Reds

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on NFL football returning tonight with the Hall of Fame Game and this week's HOF inductions. Plus the Rays fail to hold leads in the 8th, 9th and 10th innings against the Yankees in their latest loss plus Zack Littell is traded to the Reds after he threw 5 scoreless innings.

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Buccaneers Night Practice, Rays Lose To Yankees With Trade Deadline Coming Up

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first and only night practice of Training Camp and the defense seems to be dominating the offense so far. Plus the Rays lose to the Yankees after taking a 3-0 lead against Max Fried and the trade deadline is less than 48 hours away. Also the shooter at the NFL headquarters and Bryce Harper confronts MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred about implementing a salary cap.

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Bucs Redo Baker Mayfield's Contract, David Walker Out For Season, Rays Beat Yankees and Trade Danny Jansen

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers reworking Baker Mayfield's contract to guarantee him $30 million next season, 4th round draft pick David Walker is out of the season with a torn ACL, Chris Braswell is looking good in camp so far. Plus the Rays beat the Yankees and traded Danny Jansen to the Brewers and acquired a new catcher from the Marlins and Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg died of cancer.

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Buccaneers Return To Practice, Will Be in Pads On Monday Plus Rays Swept In Cincinnati

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Training Camp as they'll be in pads for the first time today and the heat is hitting 100 degrees in Tampa for the first time ever. Plus the Rays are swept in Cincinnati and it's time to consider moving players before Thursday's trade deadline.

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Buccaneers Training Camp Day 2, Hulk Hogan Dies & Rays' Taj Bradley Sent Down

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the death of Hulk Hogan at the age of 71, the Buccaneers offense looked better in day 2 of Training Camp as Baker Mayfield addressed the media and the Rays sent Taj Bradley to Durham after Wednesday's rough outing.

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Bucs Antoine Winfield, Jr., Shines, Lavonte David Thinks Bucs Can Win It All & Rays Lose To White Sox

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first day of Training Camp as Antoine Winfield, Jr. shined, Lavonte David spoke about why he came back and we learned more about some players that aren't participating. Plus the Rays lose to the White Sox to drop the series and fall further back in the playoff picture.

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Buccaneers First Training Camp Practice Is Today & Rays Beat The White Sox

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:18:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first Training Camp practice this morning as we learned some players who won't be available today. Plus the Rays beat the White Sox as the trade deadline is approaching.

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Bucs Veterans Report Today, Godwin Won't Be On Field & Rays Lose To White Sox

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Chris Godwin won't be participating on the field as Training Camp starts on Wednesday as expected. The Bucs will be without Godwin and Tristan Wirfs throughout camp as they have big holes to fill. Plus the Rays lost 8-3 to the White Sox, they are now just 3-games over .500 as the trade deadline approaches.

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Rays Win Series Against Orioles, Lowe Hurt Again & Buccaneers Rookies Report Today

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation and breakdown the Rays recent bullpen woes, winning the series vs. Baltimore, Chandler Simpson's impact, Brandon Lowe hurt again and Junior Caminero's Home Run Derby. Plus the Buccaneers rookies report today as 2nd round pick Brandon Morrison has agreed to a contract and he will be there.

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Buccaneers 50th Anniversary Stories From Covering The Team

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look back on the Buccaneers franchise as they celebrate their 50th anniversary with stories and more.

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Buccaneers Defense Preview with Healthy Winfield, Lavonte David is Back & Hassan Reddick is Added

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense with a healthy Antoine Winfield, Jr. and SirVocea Dennis, new rookies at cornerback and the defensive line plus the addition of Hassan Reddick.

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Buccaneers Offense Preview With All Starters Back, New OC & Wirfs to Miss Time

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense that sees all 11 starters return but they could be without Tristan Wirfs and Chris Godwin to start the season. They have a new offensive coordinator in Josh Grizzard, Baker Mayfield is looking to cut down on turnovers and Bucky Irving will be the starting running back from the start.

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Former Bucs OL Ali Marpet on Starting a Family, Losing Weight & Helping People

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down for part 2 of his conversation with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Guard Ali Marpet to discuss what he's doing after football, working towards his doctorate, starting a family and losing weight.

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Former Bucs OL Ali Marpet on Life After Football & Working Towards A Doctorate

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down for part 1 of his conversation with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Guard Ali Marpet to discuss what he's doing after football, working towards his doctorate and he desire to help people.

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USF Baseball Coach , Attacking Travis Hunter and Mailbag Questions on Gators, Bucs and USA Soccer

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF Baseball Coach Mitch Hannah's refusal to talk with the student newspaper and he's given no explanation, plus how will teams attack Jags' Travis Hunter if he plays both ways and we answer your mailbag questions about the Gators schedule, the Buccaneers success and why USA soccer lags behind the best in the world.

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Bucs' Tristan Wirfs Has Surgery & Junior Caminaro in HR Derby and Will Start All-Star Game

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the new Rick broke on Wednesday that Tristan Wirfs had surgery this week and he will miss the start of the season for the Buccaneers and may start on the PUP list. Plus Junior Caminero will start the All-Star game at third base, he'll be in the Homerun Derby and the Rays beat the Tigers.

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Junior Caminero Is An All-Star, Rays Lose Again & Lightning Trade Isaac Howard

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Junior Caminero being added to the All-Star Game, the Rays drop their 8th game in 11 days as the bullpen gives it up again and the Lightning trade Isaac Howard to the Oilers for another prospect, Sam O'Reilly.

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Rays Bullpen Woes, Will The Bucs Go On 4th Down More & Chris Godwin's Return

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays bullpen woes as they've give up 44 runs in the last 15 games. Plus the NFL is going on 4th down more than ever, so will Todd Bowles change his game management to follow suit and we answer a mailbag question on if the Bucs could delay Chris Godwin's return.

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Lowe and Aranda are All-Stars, Caminero Snubbed & Rays Walked Off Twice This Weekend

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays' Brandon Lowe and Jonathan Aranda making the All-Star Game while Junior Caminero was snubbed. Plus the Rays get walked off twice over the weekend as the bullpen is struggling and the US loses to Mexico in the Gold Cup Final.

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Bucs Tease A Steve Spurrier Video & Rays Beat Athletics 6-5

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers teasing white throwback uniforms with a video featuring Steve Spurrier as Rick tells stories about the 'Head Ball Coach'. Plus the Rays beat the Athletics 6-5 and are now just .5 game behind both Toronto and New York as they get ready to begin a 10-game road trip.

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Rays Lose 3rd Straight Game to Drop Into 3rd Place

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 04:24:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 loss in 10 innings to the Athletics which is their 3rd straight loss and another one against teams below .500. Plus the Lightning don't add much as free agency starts and Malik Beasley in trouble for gambling on NBA games.

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Marc Topkin on Red Hot Rays, Aranda and Caminero's Seasons & Starting Pitching Depth

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss how the Rays became the hottest team in baseball, the development of players like Jonathan Aranda and Junior Caminero, the starting pitching and what to do with Taj Bradley and when can you expect to see Shane McClanahan and Ha-Seong Kim play.

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Rays Lose Series To Orioles, Taj Bradley Struggles & Isaac Howard Wasn't Traded at Draft

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-1 loss to the Orioles as they lose the series and Taj Bradley struggles again for the 4th time in his last 5 starts. Plus Isaac Howard wasn't traded from the Lightning at the NHL Draft so what is next.

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Bucs Extend Jason Licht and Todd Bowles, Wander Franco Is Guilty & Rays Win Again

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles to contract extensions, Rays' shortstop Wander Franco found guilty in the Dominican Republic, the Rays win again and the NHL nears a new collective bargaining agreement.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Defense and Coaches, Hassan Reddick, Boat Parades and More

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers defense, Hassan Reddick's impact, Asst. Coaches Charlie Strong and Larry Foote, Jason Licht, Todd Bowles, Rowdies ownership, boat parades and the Lightning roster.

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Taj Bradley Was Perfect Into The 6th as Rays Win & Why It's Hard For Athletes To Retire

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Taj Bradley's great performance in Kansas City as he was perfect into the 6th inning and the Rays are once again 9-games above .500. And why is it so hard for star athletes to retire.

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Buccaneers 2025 Outlook & Rays Remain Hot As Chandler Simpson Is Returning

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs outlook this season after our interview with Jason Licht plus the Rays remain hot as Chandler Simpson has been called back up for tonight's game in Kansas City.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht on the 2025 Season, Drafting Emeka Egbuka & Middle Linebacker Position

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht to discuss the team's outlook for 2025, why they drafted Emeka Egbuka, the middle linebacker position and more. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the pass rush, what would be a successful Bucs season and rooting for teams.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht on 12 Seasons With Team, Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield, Jameis Winston and More

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht for part 1 where they discuss his part in the first 50 years of Bucs football, Jameis Winston, Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield, Bruce Arians and more.

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Stu Sternberg To Sell The Rays To Group Led By Jacksonville Businessman

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the breaking news that Stu Sternberg is in advanced talks to sell the Tampa Bay Rays to a group headed by Patrick Zalupski as a Letter of Intent has been signed. What does this mean for the future of the Rays, where will a stadium be built and more.

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Rays Lose, McClanahan Gets Good News, Panthers Win Stanley Cup & Sun Unveil Stadium Plans

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:51:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays loss to the Orioles, Shane McClanahan gets good news from a specialist, the Florida Panthers win the Stanley Cup again and the Sun unveil stadium plans and will have a boat parade today.

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Ryan Pepiot Leads Rays Over Orioles 7-1 & Mailbag Questions On Taj Bradley and Steinbrenner Field

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:20:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-1 win over the Orioles that saw Ryan Pepiot throw 8 innings of 1-run baseball and the offense put up runs in each of the first 5 innings. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Taj Bradley and postseason games at Steinbrenner Field.

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Rays Sweep Mets, Sun Wins USL Super League & Bucs' Chris Godwin's Tribute To His Father

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:30:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Mets who were the best team in baseball entering the weekend, the Sun win the inaugural USF Super League Championship, the Bucs' Chris Godwin's tribute to his father and an incredible finish to the US Open on a rain soaked coarse at Oakmont.

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Buccaneers Minicamp Wraps Up, Is This The Best WR Room in Franchise History & Kucherov Doesn't Win Hart

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the end of Buccaneers minicamp as the team is off until Training Camp Begins. Plus Mike Evans sits down with Jerry Rice, Chris Godwin adds Jr. to his jersey, Antonio Brown accused of attempted murder and Nikita Kucherov doesn't win the Hart Trophy for MVP.

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Bucs' Hassan Reddick's Motivation This Year & Rays' McClanahan Shut Down Again

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers minicamp day 2 as Hassan Reddick spoke about why he missed voluntary OTAs and his motivation for this season. Plus the Rays lose their series in Boston and Shane McClanahan is shut down and will see another doctor for his nerve issue.

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Buccaneers Minicamp Begins with Reddick Participating, Jason Licht's Ranking Among GMs and Rays Lose

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers start of minicamp with Hassan Reddick in attendance, Chris Godwin watching from the sidelines and Tristan Wirfs in a brace. Plus where does Jason Licht rank among NFL GMs and the Rays lose in Boston 3-1.

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Buccaneers Begin Minicamp Today, Rays Win in Extra Innings & NFL QB Rankings

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:03:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays extra innings win in Boston as Ian Seymour pitches the final 2 innings in his debut. Plus the Buccaneers open minicamp today as Hassan Reddick is already in town and we'll see how much Chris Godwin does coming off his injury. Finally Chris Simms has ranked NFL quarterbacks and Baker Mayfield is in the Top 10.

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Rays 5 Games Above .500, Aaron Rodgers Signs In Pittsburgh & The Sun To Host USL Super League Championship

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays play that now has them 5-games above .500 and in a Wild Card spot if the playoffs started today. Plus the Buccaneers minicamp is this week, Aaron Rodgers signs with the Steelers and the Tampa Bay Sun will host the USL Super League Championship this weekend.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Win Total This Season, Simeon Rice, Roster Casualties & Rays Stadium

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers win total this season, potential roster casualties, Simeon Rice, practice field fights, the Rays stadium and more.

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Rays Beat Rangers, Michael Kelly Leaves USF for Navy & Kucherov Wins Lindsay Award

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 05:26:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-4 win over the Rangers as Brandon Lowe went deep as Tampa Bay now has a winning record at Steinbrenner Field. Plus USF's Athletic Director Michael Kelly departs for Navy, Nikita Kucherov wins the Ted Lindsay Award and Edmonton wins game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Hassan Reddick Not At Bucs OTAs, Drew Rasmussen's Scoreless Streak & USL Super League's Amanda Vandervort

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:04:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers beginning voluntary OTAs without Hassan Reddick, the Rays beat the Rangers as Drew Rasmussen doesn't allow a run for the 4th straight start and Junior Caminero hits another home run plus a conversation with USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort ahead of this weekend's semifinal game for the Tampa Bay Sun.

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Bucs OTAs Begin, Lightning Bring Back Gourde & Jim Leavitt to USF Hall of Fame

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers beginning voluntary OTAs today at One Buc Place, the Lightning re-sign Yanni Gourde to a 6-year contract, Florida Gators baseball coach goes off at the regionals in Coastal Carolina and Jim Leavitt to be inducted in the USF Sports Hall of Fame this year.

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Rays Send Chandler Simpson To Durham, Zack Littell's Complete Game & Jake Mangum's 1st Home Run

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:10:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays offensive explosion for 2 games and their lack of offense in the other 2 games in Houston. Zach Littell's complete game Jake Mangum's first career home run and did the Rays make the right decision in sending Chandler Simpson to Durham. Plus Wander Franco's trial is scheduled to start today in the Dominican Republic.

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Rays Bats Stay Hot In Houston & Thank You For Making Us #1

Fri, 30 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays win over the Astros as the bats continue to shine but we we're puzzled when Kevin Cash left Shane Baz come back to the mound in the 6th inning. Plus we thank you for making Sports Day Tampa Bay the #1 sports podcast in Florida and the Stanley Cup Final is set.

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Rays Impressive Homestand To Go Above .500 & Hassan Reddick Not At Bucs Voluntary OTAs

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays homestand where they went 7-2 and are now 1-game above .500 as Josh Lowe returns and the offense is heating up. Plus some coaching and front office changes for the Lightning and the Buccaneers start voluntary OTAs as Hassan Reddick did not attend.

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MAILBAG: Todd Bowles Future, Vita Vea, Shaq Barrett & Bucs-Rays Scheduling Conflicts

Wed, 28 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly on Todd Bowles future as the Buccaneers Head Coach, Shaq Barrett, Vita Vea, the NFL schedule, Bucs and Rays stadium conflicts, Lightning prospect Isaac Howard and remembering the Tampa Bay Times building in St. Petersburg.

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Bucs OC Josh Grizzard on Calling Plays, Baker Mayfield & Expectations This Season

Tue, 27 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with new Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard to discuss his NFL journey, the expectations of being the OC, play calling and more.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield's Contract, Bucs Plans at Linebacker, Rays' Stu Sternberg & More

Fri, 23 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Bucs plan for Inside Linebacker, Rays Ownership and stadium situation and catching depth.

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Rick and Tom On The Lightning's Season & Is Sports Better With Parity or Villains

Thu, 22 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his old radio partner Tom Jones to discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning's season and if they could have won this year plus is the NBA better with parity over a villain.

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Rick and Tom on Simeon Rice Into Bucs Ring of Honor, Rays Championship Window & Visiting NYC

Wed, 21 May 2025 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his former radio partner Tom Jones to discuss Simeon Rice going into the Bucs Ring of Honor, has the Rays window closed and how great is a visit to New York City.

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Simeon Rice On His Bucs Ring Of Honor Selection, Love of Football & Relationship With Warren Sapp

Tue, 20 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Simeon Rice being introduced as the next inductee to the Buccaneers Ring of Honor and just how emotional he got. You'll hear from Rice as he talked about his love of the game and his relationship with Warren Sapp. Plus the Rays comeback but still lose 4-3 to the Astros.

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Rays Lose Series To Marlins & Who Should Be Next In Bucs Ring Of Honor

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing 2-of-3 in Miami as the starting pitching has been worse than expected this year thus far. Plus the Bucs are set to announce Simeon Rice as the newest Ring of Honor inductee but who should be next?

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Buccaneers To Add Simeon Rice To Ring of Honor & Your Schedule Mailbag Questions Answered

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers adding Simeon Rice to their Ring of Honor this season as the 10th player to receive this designation. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs schedule, defense and if Yanni Gourde will return to the Lightning.

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Buccaneers 2025 Schedule Released & Rays Lose To Jays 3-1

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:40:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 2025 schedule that was released. They'll play 7 of their first 11 games on the road, including the first 2, and they are in primetime 4 times. Plus the Rays lose to the Jays 3-1 as Ryan Pepiot makes 1 mistake and it cost him.

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Junior Caminero Grand Slam Leads Rays Over Jays, Pete Rose Reinstated & Bucs Schedule Out Tonight

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 11-9 in Toronto that saw Junior Caminero hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the 9th inning after they gave up the lead in the 8th. Plus Pete Rose is reinstated to baseball making him eligible for the Hall of Fame and the NFL schedule comes out tonight.

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Evan Longoria To Retire As A Ray & NFL Schedule Will Be Released On Wednesday

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Evan Longoria coming back to Tampa Bay to sign a 1-day contract and retire as a member of the Rays. Plus the NFL schedule comes out on Wednesday and some leaks have started, Saint's QB Derek Carr retires plus who will the Rays send down when Josh Lowe returns.

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Buccaneers Minicamp Observations & Rays Win Brewers Series with Rain Delays

Mon, 12 May 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with thoughts on the Buccaneers rookie minicamp that was held over the weekend and the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Brewers while they have their first home rain delay in franchise history.

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Rays Lose Late Lead, Bucs Minicamp Begins & Mailbag Questions on Grizzard, Clowney and McClanahan

Fri, 09 May 2025 04:07:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 11th loss in their last 12 home games at Steinbrenner Field as they blow a 5-1 lead in the 8th inning to lose 7-6 in 10 innings. Plus the Buccaneers have rookie minicamp this weekend and we answer your mailbag questions on Josh Grizzard, Jadeveon Clowney and Shane McClanahan.

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Dungy, Barber and Gruden Attend Bucs Coaching Academy & Rays Shutout At Home Again

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tony Dungy, Ronde Barber and Jon Gruden at the Buccaneers Coaching Academy on Wednesday and their message to young coaches. Plus the Rays are shutout again at Steinbrenner Field as they've lost 10 of their last 11 home games.

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Rays Lose At Home Again & Bucs Mailbag Questions About Rookies, Mayfield & NFC South

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-4 loss to the Phillies to drop their home record to 9-14 at Steinbrenner Field. Plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions on rookies, Baker Mayfield, the NFC South and more.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Signing Shilo Sanders, Would Jason Licht Have Drafted Sapp & Panthers Using More Elbows

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:08:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers signing of Shilo Sanders, would Jason Licht have drafted Warren Sapp and the Panthers are up to their dirty hits again.

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Rays Win Series In New York, Lightning Honest In Exit Interviews & Bucs Rookie Minicamp This Week

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2-of-3 from the Yankees over the weekend as Taylor Walls has 4 hits and Chandler Simpson continues to make an impact. Plus the Lightning exit interviews were very telling from Brandon Hagel, Andrei Vasilevskiy and others, and the Buccaneers have rookie mini-camp later this week.

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MAILBAG: What Changes do Lightning Need To Make, Rays Home Woes & Bucs Roster Question

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss more about what changes the Lightning need to make going forward, why can't the Rays win at home and will the heaviest, or lightest, player in the NHL make the team.

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Lightning's Season Ends In First Round Again, Rays Nearly No-Hit & Jason Licht on Bucs Draft Success

Thu, 01 May 2025 06:10:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 6-3 loss to the Panthers which ends the season for the Bolts. It's the 3rd straight season they lost in the first round of the playoffs. Plus the Rays were nearly no-hit and Jason Licht spills the Bucs secret to Draft success.

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Lightning Face Must-Win Tonight Without Brandon Hagel & Your Mailbag Questions Answered

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:08:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's must-win game tonight in Game 5 as Brandon Hagel has been ruled out and Aaron Ekblad has been suspended for 2-games for his hit on him. Plus your mailbag questions about the Lightning's roster and the Rays.

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Lightning Lose 3rd Period Lead To Panthers - Now On The Brink of Elimination

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-2 loss at Florida when they led 2-1 with less than 4-minutes to play but gave up 2-goals in 11-seconds. They now trail the series 3-1 with Game 5 at Amalie Arena on Wednesday night.

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Bucs Six Draft Picks, Lightning Win Game 3 & Rays Win 5 Straight

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:12:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 6 NFL Draft picks and how they fell in love the character of each pick, the Lightning win Game 3 without Brandon Hagel and we have a series plus the Rays win 5 straight in Arizona and San Diego to get back to .500

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Bucs Go Wide Receiver With 1st Round Pick & Lightning Shutout By Panthers

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:06:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers selecting wide receiver Emeka Egbuka with the 19th pick in the NFL Draft. Plus the Lightning lose 2-0 in game 2 to the Panthers and now they must win 4 of the next 5 to advance and the Rays win in extra innings to take the series from the Diamondbacks.

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What Will Bucs Do With 19th Pick In Tonight's Draft & Lightning Need A Win In Game 2

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what the Buccaneers might do in tonight's NFL Draft as they currently have the 19th pick in the first round with several positional needs. Plus the Lightning game 2 with the Panthers is tonight and the Rays wrap up their 3-game series at Arizona.

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Lightning Lose 6-2 In Game 1 To Florida & Could Bucs Trade Rachaad White

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:15:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 6-2 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of their playoff series. Plus Rays lose the series opener in Arizona and could the Buccaneers trade Rachaad White?

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Bucs Open OTAs & Lightning-Panthers Preview

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers starting mandatory OTAs as Calijah Kancey declares he will lead the NFL in sacks if he stays healthy and Eduardo Encina joins us to preview the Lightning-Panthers 1st round playoff series.

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Rays Shutout 3 Times This Week & Rick Returns To The Radio Today

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays going 5-8 on their 13-game homestand and being shutout in 3 of their last 5 games. The record is puzzling as they are in the top 5 in batting this season. Plus the Lightning preparing for the Panthers and Rick returns to the radio today!

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Rays Lose 6-3 To Yankees & Lightning-Panthers To Begin On Tuesday Night

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-3 loss to the Yankees but surprisingly the Rays are one of the best hitting teams in baseball despite being 8-11. Plus the Lightning lose 4-0 in a game that means nothing and we know they'll face Florida in the first round starting Tuesday night.

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Rays Lose 1-0 To Boston & NFL Draft Is 1 Week Away

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:27:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 1-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox as the home run ball were non-existent at Steinbrenner Field and Zach Littell got no run support again. Plus we're 1 week from the NFL Draft as the Buccaneers are looking to add defensive pieces.

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Lightning-Panthers 1st Round Matchup, Kucherov's Brilliance & Rays Lose To Red Sox

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:13:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the brilliance of Nikita Kucherov as he continues to move up the record books with a 3rd Art Ross Trophy. Plus the Lightning will face the Panthers for the 4th time in the last 5 postseasons and the Rays lose 7-4 to the Red Sox.

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Rays Crush Red Sox 16-1 & Lightning Clinch Home-Ice For First Round

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:41:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 16-1 win over the Boston Red Sox as Jake Mangum and Kameron Misner continue to light it up. Plus the Lightning clinch home-ice for their 1st round playoff matchup against either Florida or Ottawa.

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Rays Win Series Behind Boyle's Debut, Kucherov Wins Scoring Title & Rory McIlroy Finally Wins The Masters

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:10:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rory McIlroy's win at the Masters to become the 6th ever to win a career grand slam, the Rays take 2 of 3 from Atlanta with an impressive debut from Joe Boyle and the Lightning beat the Sabres 7-4 as Nikita Kucherov wins his 2nd straight scoring title.

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Jason Licht's Pre-Draft Comments on Bucs Plans & Mailbag Questions on Rays Ownership and Stadium

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what to read into Jason Licht's pre-draft press conference and we answer your mailbag questions on the Rays stadium, ownership and the game of liar's poker played around the NFL Draft.

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Caballero's Grand Slam Ends Rays Losing Streak & Lightning Fall In OT Despite Firing 90 Shot Attempts

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:19:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays ending their 5-game losing streak as Jose Caballero hit a 1st inning grand slam, the Lightning fall in overtime to the Leafs despite firing 90 shot attempts in the game and Rick has a new appreciation for those who have had ACL surgery.

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Rays Lose 4-3 To Angels & Lightning Can Move Into 1st Place Tonight

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 04:57:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 loss to the Angels that saw the Rays unable to score after getting runners on 3rd base with no outs in the 7th, 8th and 9th innings. Plus the Lightning can move into first place with a win tonight vs. Toronto and the Buccaneers are looking ahead to the NFL Draft to add depth.

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Gators Win The National Championship & Lightning Beat The Rangers 5-1

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:47:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Florida Gators winning the National Championship over Houston in a game that saw them lead for just a few minutes. Plus the Lightning beat the Rangers 5-1 as the power play goes 3-for-4, the Rays open a 13-game home stand tonight and more.

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Rays Swept In Texas, Lightning Clinch Playoff Berth & Gators Play in National Championship Tonight

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays being swept in Texas, the Lightning clinch a playoff berth for the 8th straight season, UConn wins the Women's Final Four at Amalie Arena and the Florida Gators are going for the Men's title tonight.

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Women's Final Four in Town, Gators in Men's Final Four & Lightning Lose in Ottawa

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 04:27:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Women's Final Four in Tampa Bay this weekend, the Men's Final Four is in Texas and the Lightning lose in Ottawa but move closer to clinching a playoff berth.

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Rays Win Another Series, Paul Skenes Is Impressive, Bucs Stadium Renovation Planning & Lightning Can Clinch Playoff Berth

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series win vs. the Pirates despite Paul Skenes impressive performance in the series wrap-up. Plus the Bucs prepping for future stadium renovations, Jayson Starks comments on MLB growing frustrated with Stu Sternberg and the Lightning can clinch a playoff berth tonight.

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Why Do Bucs Lack A 'Killer Instinct', Ray Jay Stadium Upgrades Needed & 3 More Hits for Jake Mangum

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:13:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles' comment about the lack of 'killer instinct' on the Bucs, owner Joel Glazer on upcoming stadium renovation needs, Rays remain red-hot as Jake Mangum has 3 more hits and the starting pitching has been dominate, plus the Lightning win at the Islanders, 1 win from clinching a playoff berth.

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Jason Licht's Comments At NFL Meetings & Jake Mangum Has A Night For Rays

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:27:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL's owner meetings and Jason Licht's comments about what they are looking for in the upcoming draft. Plus Jake Mangum has a career-night in his 2nd game as he goes 4-for-4 and the Rays beat the Pirates 6-1 and Rick has a big announcement about a return to radio.

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Rays Win Opening Series at Steinbrenner Field, Kucherov Keeps Getting Points & NFL Owners Meetings This Week

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays opening weekend at Steinbrenner Field as Tampa Bay takes 2-of-3 games. Plus the Lightning sweep their 3-game homestand as Nikita Kucherov keeps racking up points and the NFL Owners Meetings are this week as we'll hear from the Bucs brass.

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Rays Opening Day with Marc Topkin

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to preview today's Opening Day for the Rays and this season. They discuss the pitching staff, Shane McClanahan's injury, Danny Jansen, Junior Caminero, the outfield and more.

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MAILBAG: Rays Pitching, Chandler Simpson, Bucs Owners Grades, Kyle Trask and more

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:12:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Rays pitching, when will Chandler Simpson be called up, Bucs backup QB Kyle Trask, players grading owners, Bucs record this season and more.

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Lightning Rout Penguins, Opeta Back With Bucs & Brown is QB1 at USF Again

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:31:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-1 win over the Penguins as they draw closer to clinching a playoff spot, why Jon Cooper has never won the Coach of the Year in the NHL, the longevity of coaches, Sua Opeta is back with the Bucs and Byrum Brown is QB1 in Spring Football for USF.

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Rays' Shane McClanahan Hurt, March Madness Goes Chalk, USF Hire Basketball Coach & Jameis Winston in NY

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's injury and what impacts it has on the Rays season, March Madness has gone chalk without Cinderella, USF hires a new basketball coach, Lightning struggle to end their road trip and Jameis Winston signs with the Giants.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Needs, Jameis Winston, Rays Starting Pitching, Lightning Playoffs & More

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Jameis Winston, Buccaneers draft needs, Rays starting pitching, where to watch baseball this season, Lightning home-ice desires and the weirdest interview that Rick ever had.

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Rays' Opening Day In 1 Week and JJ McCarthy Will Be Starting QB In Minnesota

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays starting 1 week from today as our own Marc Topkin goes on the IL and quarterback news around the NFL as JJ McCarthy looks to be the starter in Minnesota.

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Where Do The Buccaneers Stand As Free Agency Winds Down

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:02:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on how the Buccaneers fared in free agency as the re-signed Chris Godwin, Ben Bredeson, Lavonte David and others and they added players like Hassan Reddick. Also what do the Bucs look to take in the draft and the NCAA Tournament starts today.

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Rick and Tom on Culture, Bucs' Baker Mayfield & The Legacies of Tom Brady and Tony Dungy

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by his old radio partner Tom Jones to discuss the cultures around winning teams, the resilience of Baker Mayfield, the legacy of Tom Brady and Tony Dungy and more.

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Rick and Tom On Rays Stadium Saga & Watching Baseball Outdoors

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:05:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute discuss the Rays stadium situation now that they've announced they aren't proceeding with their agreement in St. Pete.

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MAILBAG: Bucs GM Jason Licht, Christian Izien, Sports on TV Plus Bucs and Rays Scheduling Conflicts

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Bucs GM Jason Licht, Christian Izien, ball-hawking cornerbacks, sports TV broadcasts in the future and scheduling conflicts now that the Rays and Bucs will play across the street this September.

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The Rays Decide To NOT Move Forward With The St. Pete Stadium Deal

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays decision to not move forward on the stadium deal in St. Pete. So what's next for the team, ownership and where will a future stadium be built.

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Kyle Trask Returns To The Buccaneers & USF Women's Basketball Are Going Dancing

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:29:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing Kyle Trask to compete for the backup QB spot. Plus they are bringing back Greg Gaines while Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and Tavierre Thomas sign elsewhere. Congrats to the USF Women's Basketball team who won the AAC Tournament and are in the NCAA Tournament.

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Bucs' Chris Godwin Returns For Family, Bucs Add a Punter & Lightning Lose in Carolina

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 04:16:06 GMT

RIck Stroud and Steve Versnick on Chris Godwin's comments after re-signing with the Buccaneers and why it wasn't all about the money. Plus the Bucs re-sign Anthony Nelson and add punter Riley Dixon, Lightning lose in Carolina as Nikita Kucherov doesn't play in the 3rd period and more.

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Bucs Bring Back Godwin and Bredeson, Add Haason Reddick As Free Agency Begins

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 04:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing wide receiver Chris Godwin and guard Ben Bredeson as well as adding free agent Haason Reddick to help with the pass rush. Plus looking at some signings around the league and another group comes forward looking to purchase the Rays.

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Tampa Group Wants To Keep Rays in St. Pete & Lavonte David Re-Signs With Buccaneers

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa group that wants to keep the Rays in St. Pete with the current stadium deal, Lavonte David re-signs with the Buccaneers for his 14th season and the latest on Chris Godwin's pending free agency.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft, Rays Stadium and ESPN Cancels 'Around The Horn'

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 06:13:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers Draft needs, Rays stadium funding and predictions on the season, plus ESPN cancels 'Around The Horn'

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Yanni Gourde Returns To Lightning & Bucs Options If They Don't Re-Sign Chris Godwin

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning trading for Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand as Julien BriseBois makes his move ahead of Friday's Trade Deadline. Plus the Buccaneers have options if they don't re-sign Chris Godwin as several receivers have been released and DK Metcalf has requested a trade.

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Lightning Score Quick and Often in Win & Bucs' Jason Licht Prefers To Draft Over Free Agency

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:23:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-2 win over the Blue Jackets as the NHL trade deadline approaches and we expect Julien BriseBois to make some moves. Plus Jason Licht isn't a big free agent guy anymore and prefers to develop talent within.

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Is Chris Godwin The #1 Free Agent WR, Lightning 8-Game Win Streak Snapped & Jimmie Johnson Retires

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:07:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 8-game losing streak coming to an end in a 2-1 loss at Florida, Chris Godwin might be the #1 free agent receiver now that Tee Higgins is franchise tagged by Cincinnati, Jimmy Johnson retires from the Fox NFL Pregame show and former Buccaneers guard Alex Cappa was cut.

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Jon Gruden Reinstated To Bucs Ring Of Honor, Have Interest in Khalil Mack & Lightning Keep Winning

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Jon Gruden to be reinstated into the Buccaneers Ring of Honor, the Bucs interest in Khalil Mack, the Lightning have won 8 straight games and Junior Caminero keeps hitting home runs.

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NFLPA Survey and Mailbag Questions About Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, Steven Stamkos, Rays Stadium and More

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 06:20:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFLPA's survey of how players feel about ownership throughout the league, plus we answer your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, the Rays Stadium, Steven Stamkos and more.

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Bucs To Release Jordan Whitehead & What Todd Bowles Wants To Add To His Team

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:53:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers decision to release safety Jordan Whitehead, what Todd Bowles is looking to add to the team this season, Rachaad White's lawyer make a statement about an extortion attempt and Taylor Walls not ready to give up the Rays shortstop position.

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Buccaneers Want To Bring Back Chris Godwin

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:59:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers desire to re-sign wide receiver Chris Godwin who's coming off another injury, why Tampa Bay will probably not bring back safety Jordan Whitehead and how the coaching staff is looking. Plus the Lightning put on a defensive clinic in their 4-1 win over Edmonton.

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Bucs' Todd Bowles and Jason Licht To Speak Today at NFL Combine

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:08:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis where the NFL Combine is being held as we'll hear from Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles and General Manager Jason Licht today on how they view the draft and free agency. Plus a rule proposal to eliminate the 'Tush Push', Rays Junior Caminero crushed a homer on Sunday and Chandler Simpson is fast, and the Lightning won their 5th straight game.

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Bucs Focus Turns To The Scouting Combine and Free Agency

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL Combine this week in Indianapolis as the Buccaneers turn their focus on the upcoming NFL Draft and free agency that begins in less than a month. Plus we answer a mailbag question on the Rays and Buccaneers stadium.

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Early Practices, Thefts From Player's Homes & What Does Success For Bucs Look Like 2025

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:07:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Spring Training games starting up today for the Rays, the thefts of items from athlete's houses as they are playing games, why teams have early practices and your mailbag questions about the upcoming Bucs season and more.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Free Agency Plans, Todd Bowles Play-Calling & Rays Stadium Saga

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 06:23:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the the Rays stadium drama, their offense this season, Buccaneers free agency, Kyle Trask, Todd Bowles defensive play-calling, developing quarterbacks and Lightning's lineup with Moser's return

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Will The Bucs Re-Sign Chris Godwin & Could Rays Postseason Games Be Moved

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:20:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will re-sign Chris Godwin this offseason as he comes off another injury, plus if the Rays make the postseason where would they play postseason games.

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Could Todd Bowles Be Like Andy Reid, Jonathan Martin Says He Wasn't Bullied and MJ Turned 62

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Jonathan Martin's admission that he was never bullied by Richie Incognito, Michael Jordan is 62-years-old, USA-Canada rematch in 4 Nations Final and could Todd Bowles become like Andy Reid.

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Rays Confident in Pitching Staff and They Walk Back Some Stadium Comments & US Beats Canada in Hockey

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:43:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays management walking back some of their comments from last week about the stadium deal, their confidence in their pitching staff, the USA clinches a spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship, Lionel Messi plays in Tampa and the Daytona 500.

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How Will Rays Fare On The Field Plus New Comments From Rays Management On Stadium Deal

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to talk about the team on the field this season including the additions of Danny Jansen and Ha-Seong Kim plus the return of Shane McClanahan. Also Rays Presidents Brian Auld and Matt Silverman's comments about the St. Pete stadium deal.

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The Latest On The Rays St. Pete Stadium Deal and Playing In Tampa This Season

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the latest on the Rays Stadium situation including playing at Steinbrenner Field this season, what happens if the Rays don't accept the St. Pete stadium deal and what the options are.

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Rays Pitchers & Catchers Report But How Much Better Improvement Can We Expect From Their Offense

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 05:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays pitchers and catchers reporting to Port Charlotte and their management believes the offense will be better this season despite not making a lot of changes personnel wise. Plus a response to an email about Todd Bowles as the Buccaneers Head Coach.

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Are The Buccaneers Super Bowl Contenders in 2025?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if the Buccaneers are a Super Bowl contender in 2025. Some of the betting sites have them around the 12th best odds. Plus the Rays pitchers and catchers report today.

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Philly's Super Bowl Rout & Lightning Win 4 Straight Division Games Before The Break

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 06:01:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Philadelphia Eagles rout of the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, more on the Buccaneers offense with Josh Grizzard at the helm and the Lightning win their 4th straight heading into the 4 Nations break.

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Josh Grizzard Introduced as Bucs OC & It's Super Bowl Weekend

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:13:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers new OC Josh Grizzard's introduction and what to expect from the Bucs offense this year. Plus a couple of assistant coaches get promotions, a Super Bowl preview and the Lightning beat the Senators again.

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Bucs Hire Charlie Strong As New Defensive Line Coach

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring former USF Head Coach Charlie Strong as their new defensive line coach. Plus what would it take to trade for Myles Garrett and would the Bucs consider it and the Lightning have another divisional game vs. the Senators tonight.

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Bucs Asst. GM Mike Greenberg Withdraws From Jaguars GM Search & Mailbag Questions

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:06:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Assistant GM Mike Greenberg withdrawing his name from the Jaguars GM search and we answer your mailbag questions on Liam Coen's departure, Bucs blocking coaches interviews, Baker Mayfield, coaches on the hot seat and more.

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Buccaneers Promote Josh Grizzard To OC

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers promoting Josh Grizzard as their new Offensive Coordinator as the players are excited. Plus Liam Coen was denied permission to speak to assistant coaches for lateral moves to Jacksonville, the Bucs player at the Pro Bowl and the Lightning get a point on Saturday night vs. the Islanders.

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Jaguars To Interview Bucs Asst. GM Mike Greenberg & New OC Josh Grizzard Hires Passing Game Coordinator

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Jaguars asking permission to talk to Buccaneers Assistant GM Mike Greenberg about their GM position, new OC Josh Grizzard hires a passing game coordinator he's familiar with, could the Bucs trade for Myles Garrett and the Rays trade for local kid Alex Faedo.

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MAILBAG: Lavonte David, Jordan Whitehead, Outside Linebackers, The Chiefs and More

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:43:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back. They discuss Jordan Whitehead, Lavonte David, outside linebackers, if the Bucs need a defensive coordinator, the Chiefs and more.

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Bucs Interview Josh Grizzard for OC, Deny Carberry Permission To Speak To Jags & Rays Sign Ha-Seong Kim

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:16:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Liam Coen being denied permission to talk with Buccaneers Offensive Line Coach Kevin Carberry, Todd Bowles interviews Josh Grizzard for the OC opening and the Rays sign Ha-Seong Kim to a 2-year deal.

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Bucs Continue OC Search, More Liam Coen Fallout & Lightning Lose To Blackhawks

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:42:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on more fallout from Liam Coen's Jaguars press conference, Bucs continue to interview Offensive Coordinator candidates, the Lightning lose at home to Chicago and Baker Mayfield is a Pro Bowler.

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Bucs OC Search Continues, Liam Coen Introduced as Jags Head Coach & Julien BriseBois Thoughts on Lightning Season

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:28:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Jaguars introductory press conference for former Buccaneers OC Liam Coen as Rick was there. Plus Todd Bowles continues interviews for his next Offensive Coordinator and Lightning GM Julien BriseBois on how he thinks the team has performed this season.

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Bucs Begin New OC Search & Liam Coen Set To Be Introduced as Jags Coach

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers beginning the search for their next Offensive Coordinator while Liam Coen is set to be introduced as the Jaguars Head Coach on Monday afternoon. Plus it's the Chiefs and Eagles in the Super Bowl and the Lightning lost 3-of-4 on their road trip.

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Liam Coen Spurns Bucs to Become Jaguars Head Coach

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Liam Coen's stunning decision to become the Head Coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, just 24 hours after telling the Buccaneers he was staying as Offensive Coordinator and agreeing to a new contract. Plus the Bucs lose Coach Kacey Rodgers to Detroit and Larry Foote is interviewing there as well.

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Liam Coen Expected to Remain As Buccaneers OC, John Spytek Hired As Raiders GM

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Liam Coen's decision to remove himself from consideration for the Jacksonville Head Coach position and remain the Offensive Coordinator of Tampa Bay with a new contract that makes him one of the highest paid coordinators. Plus the Raiders hire John Spytek to be their General Manager, the Jags fire GM Trent Baalke and the Rays re-sign Taylor Walls to avoid arbitration.

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Bucs’ Liam Coen Emerging As Strongest Candidate for Jaguars Head Coaching Job

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:02:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen scheduled to interview in Jacksonville today for their head coaching position as reports are he is the leading candidate to get the job. Plus the Lightning lose in Montreal despite controlling much of the game.

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Bucs OC Liam Coen To Get 2nd Interview For Jacksonville's Head Coaching Job

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:58:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen getting a 2nd interview this week in Jacksonville for their Head Coaching position and the hate spewed online over it. Plus the Lightning lose in Toronto and Ohio State wins the National Title.

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NFL Championship Weekend Is Set, Why Isn't Byron Leftwich Getting More Looks & Lightning Winning

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on how turnovers are deciding NFL playoff games and an area the Buccaneers need to improve on next season. Plus why isn't Byron Leftwich getting more looks in the NFL, the Lightning beat the Red Wings and the National Championship is tonight.

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MAILBAG: Bucs' Bowles, Coen, Clock Management, Free Agency, Draft Needs & More

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:47:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correctly on Todd Bowles, Liam Coen, clock management, next season outlook, free agent and draft needs, Chris Braswell and more.

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Liam Coen Interviews in Jacksonville As Bucs Wait To See If He'll Return Next Season

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 05:03:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Liam Coen interviewing in Jacksonville for their head coaching position and how that could impact the Buccaneers. Plus John Romano's column on the risks of hiring an up-and-coming Offensive Coordinator as a Head Coach, it isn't always a slam dunk. Plus Brayden Point misses a game after missing a team meeting.

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Bucs Mailbag: Todd Bowles, Liam Coen, the Defense and More

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:04:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions after their 23-20 loss to the Washington Commanders. The questions include thoughts on Todd Bowles, Liam Coen, the defense and more.

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Were The Buccaneers Too Conservative In Their Playoff Loss?

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:20:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers comments the day after the season ended in a playoff loss to Washington. Plus did Todd Bowles' conservative decisions cost them.

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Buccaneers Lose 23-20 To Washington On Last Second Field Goal

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:02:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers 23-20 loss to the Washington Commanders in the playoffs to end the season. The Bucs only ran 46 plays and Baker Mayfield had a costly fumble that gave Washington life. Plus the Lightning get 3 points from their weekend back-to-back.

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Buccaneers-Commanders Playoff Preview & Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Browning and Godwin

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:11:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Commanders playoff game this weekend and answer your mailbag questions on punting, Todd Bowles and Chris Godwin.

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Lightning Get Outdoor Game, Winfield Should Be Back for Bucs & College Football Semifinals Preview

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 05:04:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's Outdoor Stadium Series Game scheduled for February 2026 at Raymond James Stadium, Buccaneers get good news as Antoine Winfield, Jr., should be back this weekend and we're joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Joey Knight to talk about the College Football Playoff Semifinals that begin tonight.

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Bucs OC Liam Coen Gaining Interest from Teams & Lightning Win In Dramatic Fashion

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:50:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen drawing interest from teams for their head coaching openings, details on Jordan Whitehead's crash that will keep him out of the playoffs, Rays extend Drew Rasmussen and Lightning win in dramatic fashion to end their losing streak.

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Bucs Front Office Personnel Interviewing For Openings & Rays Letter To St. Pete On The Trop

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:03:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their playoff game against the Commanders this Sunday and how the Bucs front office personnel are getting considered for opening around the league. Plus what does the Rays letter to St. Pete mean they want moving forward.

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Buccaneers Win 4th Straight Division Title, Mike Evans Gets 1,000 Yards

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:01:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers clinching their 4th straight NFC South Championship, and they get Mike Evans his 11th consecutive 1,000 yard season. They'll now host the Washington Commanders on Sunday night.

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Bucs-Saints Preview & Mailbag Questions On Bowles, Punt Returns & The Duck

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:32:03 GMT

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Bucs Prepare For Regular Season Finale, Reliaquest Bowl & College Football Playoff

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 05:45:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their final regular season game vs. the Saints that could see them clinch a playoff spot with a win. Plus it was a great Reliaquest Bowl, the College Football playoff games have been mostly blowouts and the terrorist attack in New Orleans.

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Rick and Tom On Ranking Tampa Bay's Team's Front Offices

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 05:02:57 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones as they breakdown The Athletic's rankings of pro sport front offices and discuss how they celebrate the New Year.

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Rick and Tom On Baker Mayfield and the Bucs Season

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:24:57 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Buccaneers season as they control their own playoff destiny heading into Week 18 as Baker Mayfield has made this team fun to watch. Plus New Year's Eve stories from their past and some College Football Playoff talk.

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Bucs Dominates The Panthers, Control Playoff Destiny Once Again

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:10:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers dominating win over the Panthers and the Commanders overtime win over the Falcons to give Tampa Bay control of their playoff destiny again. The Rookies were impressive for the Bucs and Mike Evans is 85 yards from his 11th straight season of 1,000 yards. Also the Lightning split the weekend back-to-back games to finish December 8-3.

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Bucs-Panthers Preview, Baker's Season & Could Tampa Bay Sign Shaq Barrett

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:02:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield's season, a preview of this week's game vs. the Panthers, could Shaq Barrett sign with Tampa Bay, Desean Jackson to be a Head Coach and USF wins the Hawaii Bowl

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MAILBAG: Liam Coen's Future, Covering The Bucs & Todd Monken

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 06:01:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on how the media cover the team, Liam Coen's future, and could Todd Monken be a head coach this cycle.

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Todd Bowles' Comments A Day After Their Loss To The Cowboys

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:24:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles comments a day after the Bucs 26-24 loss to the Dallas Cowboys as the Falcons now control their fate in the NFC South. Plus our Christmas traditions, Lightning beat the Panthers despite Nikita Kucherov being ejected and USF plays in the Hawaii Bowl tonight.

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Bucs Lose To Cowboys, No Longer Control Their Playoff Destiny

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:07:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-24 loss to the Dallas Cowboys as Tampa Bay no longer controls their own playoff destiny. Turnovers were an issues as the Cowboys ripped 2 balls out of Bucs players hands including one on the final drive to seal the game. Plus the College Football playoffs games were snoozers and the Lightning lose to the Panthers.

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Bucs-Cowboys Preview & Mailbag Questions

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:03:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Cowboys game this Sunday night as Tampa Bay is looking to keep winning to stay at least 1 game ahead of Atlanta. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the team.

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Will 49 Days Actually Change The Rays Stadium Plans

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:03:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on John Romano's column in the Tampa Bay Times about the 49-days that are impacting the stadium deal in Pinellas County and how it shouldn't derail the stadium opening close to on-time.

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Falcons Bench Cousins & Pinellas Co. Authorizes Bonds For Rays Stadium

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:43:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers' NFC South rival Atlanta Falcons decision to bench Kirk Cousins in favor of Michael Penix, Jr. They are calling it a football decision but it could impact who wins the division with 3-games to play. Plus the Pinellas County Commission votes to authorize the bonds for a new Rays Stadium saying the deal is in the Rays hands and the Lightning hold on to beat the Blue Jackets

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The Youthful Buccaneers Leading The Way

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:04:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the youthful Buccaneers helping give the team a 1-game lead in the NFC South with 3 games play as they control their own destiny, plus we answer a mailbag question about the Bucs defense.

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Buccaneers Dominate Chargers 40-17

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:56:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 40-17 win over the LA Chargers that saw the offense score against the league's best defense but more impressive was the defense shutting down the Chargers. Mike Evans had a big day and the running game went for over 200 yards. Plus Travis Hunter wins the Heisman Trophy, the Lightning win 3 out of 4 on the road and the Rays trade Jeffrey Springs.

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Buccaneers-Chargers Preview & Bill Belichick Goes To College

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:02:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers game at the Los Angeles Chargers as Jim Harbaugh has the best scoring defense in the NFL and a very physical team while the Bucs are beat up with many guys on the injury report. Plus Bill Belichick is the new head coach at North Carolina, how will he do there?

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MAILBAG: Mayfield's 2nd Quarters, Rookies, Kickoffs, Rays Roster and More

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:04:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Baker Mayfield's 2nd quarter woes, Bucs rookie play, opening kickoffs, Todd Bowles future, Rays Roster, Opening Day and more.

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College Football Playoff, Gators and USF Season Review & UCF Hires Scott Frost Again

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:04:28 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss the Florida Gators season as Billy Napier has found a quarterback, USF needs to start winning big games, a look at the Heisman Trophy finalists and UCF hires Scott Frost for the 2nd time.

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Antoine Winfield, Jr. To Miss Time & MLB Commissioner Meets With Pinellas County

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:03:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers mounting injuries as Antoine Winfield, Jr. will miss multiple weeks with a knee sprain. Tampa Bay gets set to travel to LA to face the Chargers, the last team with a winning record on their schedule. Plus the Rays push Opening Day back a day and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was in town to meet with Pinellas County officials.

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Buccaneers Beat The Raiders, Lead The NFC South

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:04:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 28-13 win over the Raiders that wasn't pretty but the victory means they are now in 1st place in the NFC South. Baker Mayfield started hot but struggled with 2 interceptions and a fumble. Plus College Football Playoff is set, the Lightning win and St. Pete passes the bonds for a new stadium.

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Buccaneers-Raiders Preview & Are Running Backs Worth Big Money

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:19:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Raiders game this Sunday that could see Tampa Bay in 1st place in the NFC South with a win and a Falcons loss at Minnesota. Plus we answer a mailbag question about running backs.

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National Signing Day, Conference Championship & USF Heading To Hawaii

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:03:16 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss National Signing Day as the Gators class improves, it's Conference Championship Week and USF is going bowling in Hawaii.

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USF Heading To Hawaii, Bucs Sign A Safety & Mailbag Questions

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 05:02:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's Bowl Game trip to Hawaii on Christmas Eve, Jameis Winston's Pick-6 problem, the Bucs sign a safety and we answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs Offensive Line, Bucs vs. Falcons, Kyle Trask and next year's NFL Draft.

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Bucky Irving Is RB1 & Bucs Waive Punter Trenton Gill

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:03:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucky Irving's rise to RB1 on the Buccaneers as he continues to show he can do it all in the backfield and he might become the Bucs 1st 1000-yard rusher since 2015. Plus the Bucs cut punter Trenton Gill, baseball discussing some major changes and the Lightning struggle in their most recent 5-games in 8 day stretch.

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Bucs Beat Panthers 26-23 in Overtime, Now Tied With Falcons

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:04:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-23 overtime win in Carolina that saw the Bucs sustain more injuries, including one to Baker Mayfield who dodged a bullet, Bucky Irving continue to break out and Anthony Nelson's forced fumble in overtime that might have saved their season. Plus there were a lot of brawls in rivalry weekend in College Football as teams plant their flags.

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Buccaneers-Panthers Preview & Mailbag Questions on Bowles, Mayfield and Evans

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 05:02:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Panthers game on Sunday as Tampa Bay looks for 2 wins in a row while Carolina is improving under former Bucs OC Dave Canales. Plus we answer more of your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans

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MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Liam Coen & Bucs Playoffs Chances

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 06:00:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Thanksgiving Day about Todd Bowles future, Liam Coen, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and what the Bucs need to do to make the playoffs.

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It's College Football Rivalry Week, Bucs Get Good News On Whitehead & Jon Cooper Hits Another Milestone

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:04:54 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to break down this week's college football action in rivalry week as the regular season winds down with Florida-Florida State among others. Plus the Bucs get good news on Jordan Whitehead and Jon Cooper reaches a milestone behind the bench for the Lightning.

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Lightning Dominate The Avalanche & What Jordan Whitehead's Injury Means To Bucs

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 07:11:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 8-2 win over the Avalanche as Brandon Hagel records 5 assists and Anthony Cirelli extends his goal streak to a career-high 6 games. Plus what does Jordan Whitehead's injury mean for the Buccaneers secondary and MLB adjusts the Rays schedule reduce the number of home games in July and August.

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Buccaneers Dominate Giants 30-7 To End 4-Game Losing Streak

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:05:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-7 dominating win over the New York Giants that saw all 3 running backs score a TD as well as an epic celebration from Baker Mayfield on his rushing TD. The defense got 4 sacks and played well all game. Plus the Gators become bowl eligible by upsetting Ole Miss, South Florida is going bowling too after beating Tulsa and it was a crazy weekend in College Football.

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Buccaneers-Giants Preview & Mailbag Questions About Todd Bowles

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:04:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers-Giants game as the Mike Evans looks ready to return and Tampa Bay is looking to make a run to the postseason. Plus we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Todd Bowles, his defense, any adjustments that might be made and his future.

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Rob Manfred Says MLB is 'Committed To Fans in Tampa Bay'

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:03:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rob Manfred's comments about baseball's commitment to the fans of Tampa Bay and how he'd like to see the stadium situation figured out by 2026. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays and Florida State's season.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Stadium Delays & Jose Siri Trade

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:03:35 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the latest on the Pinellas County Commission delaying the stadium vote again as the the team is calling for new terms due to cost overruns because of delays. Plus the Rays will play at Steinbrenner Field this season and how that, and an election, plays into the the Commission's decision. Then the Rays traded Jose Siri to the Mets for a relief pitcher.

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Bucs Can Still Win Division, Rays Stadium Saga Continues & Vasy Gets 300 Wins

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:03:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back after some time away during the Buccaneers bye week. They discuss the Bucs returning to practice to face the Giants this week as Tommy DeVito will start at QB for New York, how Tampa Bay can still win the division, the Rays stadium saga continues as we know they'll play in Tampa next year but after that is up in the air again, the Lightning have won 2 in a row as Andrei Vasilevskiy gets to 300 wins, the Florida Gators upset LSU and could make a bowl game this year and more!

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Rick and Tom on Rays Stadium, Jon Gruden and Tom Brady

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:03:08 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Rays stadium saga after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Jon Gruden on the sidelines for a Buccaneers game and Tom Brady's broadcast career.

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Rick and Tom on FSU's Fall and Baker Mayfield's Rise

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:25:19 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his former radio partner, Tom Jones, to discuss Florida State's fall, the Buccaneers playoff chances and Baker Mayfield.

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FSU Fires 3 Assistants, Billy Napier To Return Next Season & USF's Struggles at QB

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:02:25 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss Florida State's firing of 3 assistant coaches, Billy Napier will return next season at Florida, USF's struggle at quarterback, Miami loses and Florida Men's Basketball Coach Todd Golden is still coaching despite Title IX investigation.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Late Game Play Calling, Bruce Arians & Looking For Positives About The Rays

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:05:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct, or your money back, on the Buccaneers late-game play calling, Bruce Arians, not trading for players and looking for good news on the Rays

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Buccaneers Thoughts Heading Into The Bye Week

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:03:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers stretch of 4 straight losses, Baker Mayfield's thoughts on not going for the win in the last few games and what the Bucs might do the rest of the season as the schedule lightens up.

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Buccaneers Play For The Tie and Lose To 49ers

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:05:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-20 loss to the San Francisco 49ers that saw Tampa Bay not push for the win, instead settling to play for overtime and earn another loss. The Bucs enter their bye week losing 4 straight. Tristan Wirfs and Zyon McCollum left the game injured, Antoine Winfield, Jr., didn't have a good game and Bucky Irving wasn't in on the goal line at the end of the game despite being the best runner on the day. Also Florida colleges had a bad weekend and the Rowdies season ends.

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Buccaneers-49ers Preview & Your Mailbag On Winfield, Bowles and the Defense

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:03:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the rested 49ers this week as they may get Christian McCaffrey back. What can the Bucs do to end their 1-3 skid as they prepare for their bye week. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Antoine Winfield, Jr., the Buccaneers defense, when to go for 2-points and could Juan Soto sign with the Rays.

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Florida Travels To Texas & USF Hosts Navy For Homecoming

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:05:03 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Joey Knight to discuss DJ Lagway's status as Florida travels to Texas, USF hosts homecoming vs. Navy as they unveil more renderings of their new stadium and Florida State is at Notre Dame. Plus more on Amir Abdur-Rahim's impact at USF and some Buccaneers injury news.

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Buccaneers Make No Moves At The Trade Deadline

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:06:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers not making any moves at the Trade Deadline as they are set to finish the season with the players they currently have on the roster and what is causing the run of hamstring injuries for Tampa Bay.

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Bucs Lose To Kansas City After Deciding To Play for Overtime

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:10:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-24 OT loss at Kansas City which saw Tampa Bay not go for 2 to win it and instead play for overtime. The running game averaged 5-yards a carry while Baker Mayfield didn't turn the ball over. Tampa Bay is now 4-5, 2 games behind Atlanta in the division.

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Buccaneers Play The Undefeated Chiefs On Monday Night Football

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:02:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers game in Kansas City vs. the undefeated Chiefs. How can the Tampa Bay defense stop Patrick Mahomes and what will the offense do against the Chiefs defense. Plus the Florida Gators give Georgia all they can handle, USF's Alex Golesh's postgame reaction after beating FAU, the Rays re-sign Brandon Lowe and the Rowdies win their first playoff game.

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Buccaneers Mailbag Questions & College Football Preview

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:03:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles and the front office, plus a preview of college football this weekend including Florida-Georgia.

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What's Happened to the Buccaneers Defense This Season

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:04:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what has gone wrong with the Buccaneers defense this season after they've lost 3 games where their offense scored 26 or more points. Players mistakes, the lack of depth and commitment from the front office and owners are all contributing factors.

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Buccaneers Mailbag & Remembering USF's Amir Abdur-Rahim

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:58:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, the defense and Jason Licht. Plus we remember former USF Basketball Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim who passed away last week at the age of 43.

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A Fitting Tribute For Steven Stamkos' Return To Amalie Arena

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:57:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' return to Amalie Arena as the Lightning beat the Predators 3-2 in overtime but Stamkos did have 2 assists in the game. Plus Todd Bowles will still call the defensive plays despite the poor performances.

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Buccaneers Lose 31-26 To Falcons & Steven Stamkos Returns To Amalie Arena

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:13:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 31-26 loss to the Atlanta Falcons that essentially puts them 2 games back in the division. The defense once again gave up more than 30 points while the offense scored a lot but go away from what was working most of the game. Plus Steven Stamkos return to Amalie Arena tonight, the World Series and a bonehead play by a Bears DB.

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Buccaneers-Falcons Preview & Mailbag Questions On WR and Defense

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:07:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Buccaneers-Falcons game that will see the Buccaneers offense without Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. Plus can the defense hold Atlanta to less yards and points than they did a few weeks ago. Also we answer your mailbag questions on what the Bucs will do at wide receiver going forward and what's wrong with the defense.

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Why The Buccaneers Are Unlikely To Trade For A Wide Receiver

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:03:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers are unlikely to trade for a wide receiver now that Chris Godwin in on Injured Reserve and Mike Evans will miss at least the next 3 games. Plus the Lightning waive Conor Sheary and an inside look at Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton.

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Bucs' Mike Evans To Miss At Least 3 Games, Jake Camarda Waived & Lightning Win 8-5

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:02:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with updates on Mike Evans and Chris Godwin's injuries as the Buccaneers need help at the wide receiver position. Plus what can Tampa Bay do defensively after giving up 500+ yards in 2 of the last 3 games. Plus the Lightning beat the Devils 8-5 as Brandon Hagel gets a natural hat trick

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Bucs Lose To Ravens While Mike Evans and Chris Godwin Leave Injured

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:28:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 41-31 loss to the Ravens on Monday night that saw both star receivers, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, leave with injuries. Godwin looks to be done for the season while Evans could miss at least a few weeks. Baker Mayfield has now thrown 5 interceptions in the last 2 games but who will he throw to going forward. Plus the Lightning lose in Toronto as Andrei Vasilevskiy was pulled halfway through the game.

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Bucs-Ravens Monday Night Football Preview

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:44:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Ravens Monday Night Football game including what the running back rotation might look like after the week that Sean Tucker and Bucky Irving had last week. Plus some observations around the NFL, Florida's win over Kentucky and the Lightning's first loss of the season.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Running Back Mix, Jake Camarda, Liam Coen, Devin White and More

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:09:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about if Liam Coen could leave the Bucs after this season, Jake Camarda's future, Bucs running backs, could they trade for a pass rusher, Devin White's season and more.

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Should Sean Tucker Be The Bucs Starting RB & Tom Brady's Broadcasting Restrictions

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:04:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Sean Tucker winning NFC Offensive Player of the Week, so should he be the starting running back on Monday night vs. Baltimore. Plus does Tom Brady's broadcasting restrictions from being an NFL owner hurt his chances of succeeding in the booth.

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Lightning's Emotional Home Opener & Who Should Be Buccaneers RB1

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:18:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the emotional Lightning season opener as Tampa Bay continues the recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Bolts win again by a 4-1 score to start 2-0, Antoine Winfield, Jr. details his injury and who should be the Buccaneers RB1 heading into the Ravens game on Monday night.

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Bucs Running Back Dilemna & Mailbag Questions on Baker, Defense, The Trop & Bolts

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:01:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers running back situation after a big day by Sean Tucker and Bucky Irving in New Orleans. Plus your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, the Buccaneers defense, The Trop and the Lightning season.

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Bucs Dominate The Saints 51-27 As Running Game Emerges

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 04:03:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 51-27 win in New Orleans that saw them get out to fast start, lose the lead in a bad 2nd quarter and then shut out the Saints in the 2nd half. The Buccaneers ran the ball with Bucky Irving and Sean Tucker as Rachaad White was out and the defense welcomed back Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus the Lightning won their season opener and the Gators almost pulled off the upset at Tennessee.

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Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall and How Bucs and Lightning are Preparing To Play This Weekend

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:04:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Hurricane Milton's landfall near Sarasota and the impact it will have on the entire west coast of Florida. Plus how the Buccaneers and Lightning are preparing for games this weekend while their thoughts are back here in Tampa Bay.

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What Went Wrong For Rays in 2024 & How They Plan to Improve Next Season

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:03:04 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss what went wrong for the Rays in 2024, how they are looking to improve the offense in 2025 and which pitchers could be traded.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Thursday Night Struggles, Playing Rookies & Why They Lost To Falcons

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:02:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on Hurricane Milton and how it's impacting the Bucs and Lightning. Plus we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs playing on Thursday night, who's to blame for the Falcons loss and the hard part about playing rookies.

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Hurricane Milton Impacting Tampa Teams, More on Bucs Loss To Atlanta & A Wild College Football Weekend

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:02:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the how Hurricane Milton is impacting the Buccaneers and Lightning this week, some more thoughts on the Bucs loss in Atlanta on Thursday and a wild weekend in College Football.

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Buccaneers Give Up 509 Yards Passing In 36-30 OT Loss To Falcons

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:34:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 36-30 overtime loss to the Atlanta Falcons that saw Tampa Bay fail to end the game and giving up 509 yards passing to Kirk Cousins.

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Buccaneers-Falcons Preview & Your Mailbag Questions Answered

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:03:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Falcons game tonight in Atlanta. The Bucs will still be missing key pieces to injury so can they be as effective as they were against Philly. Plus we answer your mailbag questions.

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UCF-Florida, Miami-Cal and FSU-Clemson Previews

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:06:34 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss UCF-Florida, Miami-Cal and Florida State-Clemson this weekend. Plus looking back at Colorado-UCF and USF's loss at Tulane.

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Bucs Prep For Falcons On Short Week & Pete Rose Dies

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 04:02:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers prep for the Falcons this week on a short week, Brady's response to Baker Mayfield, an incredible Tom Moore story and the 'Hit King' Pete Rose dies.

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Bucs Beat Eagles 33-16 & Tom Brady Fires Back At Baker Mayfield

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:04:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 33-16 win over the Eagles that saw Mike Evans become the franchise scoring leader, Lavonte David passed 1500 tackles and Baker Mayfield had another good game. Plus Tom Brady fired back at Mayfield and broke some news where he almost played in 2020. Also the Rays season is over at 80-82.

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Bucs-Eagles Preview, Baker Mayfield Leaving The Pocket & Rays Miss The Postsesaon

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:05:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers-Eagles game this weekend and why Baker Mayfield has to make better decisions and the Offensive Line has to do better. Plus Tom Brady returns to Raymond James Stadium with Fox, the Rays are eliminated from playoff contention and the Lightning's wild game in Orlando.

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UNLV Quarterback Transfers Over NIL Dispute & Why USF Turned Down Pac-12

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 04:53:51 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the craziness of NIL as UNLV's QB leaves over a dispute, recapping USF's loss to Miami and Florida and Florida State's wins, plus a preview of this weekend's games.

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MAILBAG: Could Jon Gruden Coach College, Bucs Line Problems & Cam Brate

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 05:32:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Jon Gruden, Buccaneers injuries, offensive line, Cam Brate and more.

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Bucky Irving Should Be Bucs RB1, Rays Playoff Chances & USF Stays In AAC

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:04:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers starting to realize Bucky Irving should get more carries, the lack of protection for Baker Mayfield and where is the pass rush. Plus the Rays still have a shot at the playoffs as they open a series in Detroit, the Lightning have their 1st preseason game tonight and USF turns down an invite to the Pac-12.

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Buccaneers Lose To Broncos 26-7 As Baker Mayfield Was Pressure All Game Long

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 04:03:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-7 loss to the Denver Broncos as Sean Payton continues to have Todd Bowles' number and Baker Mayfield was under pressure all day. The schedule doesn't get easier with the Philadelphia Eagles coming to town next. Plus USF hangs with Miami for a half, Florida and Florida State win and the Rays have won 4 straight to get back to .500

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Bucs-Broncos Preview, Ohtani's 50-50 Season & Zach Littell's Pitching

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:04:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Broncos game this weekend as Tampa Bay enters the game with injuries mounting. How will they handle the game and can OC Liam Coen make adjustments in the blocking scheme to protect Baker Mayfield. Plus Shohei Ohtani is MLB's first 50-50 man, Zach Littell has thrown 20 consecutive innings without giving up a run and Victor Hedman is named Lightning Captain.

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Billy Napier's Future at Florida, QB Issues at Florida State & USF-Miami Preview

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:01:08 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the latest on Billy Napier's tenure at Florida, what's wrong at Florida State and previewing the USF-Miami game at Raymond James Stadium Saturday night.

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Panthers Bench Bryce Young & Shane Baz Was Dealing Again

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:02:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Carolina Panthers benching former 1st overall pick Bryce Young just 2 games into Dave Canales' tenure as Head Coach. Plus the Rays win as Shane Baz looks great again and the Lightning have media day this morning.

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Remarking on Remarkable Bucs D Depth, Looking At USF's Major Matchup with Miami

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:05:25 GMT

Darek Sharp sits in for Steve Versnick and, as Darek works for 24/7 digital channel USF Bulls Unlimited, we talk plenty on the importance of the Bulls' match-up with Miami this weekend along with more commentary on the Buc defense's role in the win over Detroit.

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Buccaneers Are 2-0 After Beating Detroit 20-16

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 04:05:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-16 win at Detroit in a game that felt bigger than Week 2 with the defense playing lots of young guys due to injury. Plus the Bucs offense made big plays but only completed 12 passes.

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Bucs-Lions Preview and The Greatest Buccaneer Of All Time

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:04:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game at Detroit as they look to avenge their loss in the NFC Divisional round last season. Plus who is the greatest Buccaneer of all time?

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, YaYa Diaby, Rachaad White, Rays' Pitching and More

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:03:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Buccaneers game vs. the Lions this weekend, Baker Mayfield's performance in Week 1, YaYa Diaby, Rachaad White, Tom Brady, Rays starting pitching and more.

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Who Will Be The Gator's QB, Florida State-Memphis Preview & USF's Game vs Alabama

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:05:15 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss who the Florida Gators will play at Quarterback moving forward, Florida State's upcoming game vs Memphis and how USF hung with Alabama for 3.5 quarters.

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Bucs Injuries Mounting As Winfield To Miss At Least A Couple Of Weeks

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:05:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injuries that are mounting in the defensive backfield as Antoine Winfield, Jr., is out at least a couple of weeks. Plus their prep for the Lions as they go on the road and need the offense to put up points, Rays tie it in the 9th but are walked off by the Phillies and James Earl Jones dies.

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Buccaneers Beat The Commanders As Baker Mayfield Throws 4 TDs

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:27:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 37-20 win over the Commanders as Baker Mayfield throw 4 TDs but injuries in the defensive backfield will be a concern this coming week. Plus the Rays take 2-of-3 from Baltimore and USF hangs with Alabama for 3 quarters before the Tide blow it open.

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Buccaneers-Commanders Preview As NFL Season Is Underway

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:03:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers season opening game vs. Washington this weekend at Raymond James Stadium. How will the Bucs defense play against rookie QB Jayden Daniels and how will Liam Coen's play calling fare.

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What Happened To The Gators & Seminoles and Where Do They Go From Here

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:02:57 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to dissect what happened to the Gators and Seminoles in Week 1 of the College Football Season and where do they go next.

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Why Baker Mayfield Will Be Better This Year & Memorable Buccaneers Opening Games

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:26:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why Baker Mayfield will be better in Year 2 in Tampa Bay, why he was the perfect guy to follow Tom Brady and the most memorable Buccaneers opening games.

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Gators and Seminoles Blown Out At Home & Bucs Preparing For Their First Game

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:55:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Florida State's 0-2 start after losing at home to Boston College by 15 and Florida's blowout loss at home to Miami. Plus the Bucs were back at practice preparing for their opener this weekend and the Rays drop the first game to the Twins.

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Mailbag: Former Buccaneers Assistants, Gene Deckerhoff & 'Hot Take' Radio

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:03:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Gene Deckerhoff as the voice of the Buccaneers, Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan's time as Bucs assistants and 'hot take' sports radio.

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Miami-Florida Preview, USF Expectations & How Florida State Can Rebound

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 04:04:48 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what happened to Florida State vs Georgia Tech and how they rebound, what to expect from Miami-Florida in the Swamp and the expectations for USF this season. Plus the Buccaneers sign a quarterback to the practice squad and the Rays lose to the Mariners as Randy Arozarena homers again.

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Buccaneers 53-Man Roster & Was Trading Arozarena The Right Decision

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 04:10:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on the Buccaneers roster composition after reducing their roster to 53 players. Plus more on Randy Arozarena's HR against the Rays and whether trading him was the right decision.

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Bucs Trim Roster To 53 & Randy Arozarena Homers Off Rays' Pepiot

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:04:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers reducing their roster to 53 while 22 of their 24 starters were drafted by the Bucs. Plus Randy Arozarena faces the Rays for the first time and he goes yard off Ryan Pepiot.

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Bucs Starters Play Well In Final Preseason Game, FSU Loses In Ireland and Junior Caminero Is The Real Deal

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 04:06:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers starters performance in their final preseason game as you couldn't have scripted it better, cuts have begun to get the roster down to 53 guys, Florida State loses to Georgia Tech in Ireland to kick off the College Football Season and the Rays are back to .500 yet again but Junior Caminero is showing why is a big time prospect.

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Bucs Final Preseason Game is Tonight & Rays Split Series In Oakland Scoring Only 6 Runs

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 04:02:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs final preseason game tonight vs the Dolphins as the starters will play and some backup positional battles will be determined before cuts start. Plus the Rays score 6 runs in Oakland and still manage to win 2 games despite a dustup between Yandy Diaz and Jose Caballero and we answer some mailbag questions.

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Buccaneers Starters To Play in Final Preseason Game & Florida State Plays In Ireland This Week

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 04:03:46 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers joint practice with the Dolphins as Head Coach Todd Bowles announces his starters will play some on Friday night. Then Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to preview Week 0 which features Florida State playing Georgia Tech in Ireland.

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Graham Barton Named Bucs Starting Center, Joint Practice With Dolphins Today & Rays Playoff Odds

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:02:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles naming Graham Barton their starting Center as they approach the final preseason game this Friday. Plus why coaching matters to players and the Rays long playoff odds.

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Bucs Preparing For Dolphins, Why Kameron Johnson Could Make Team & Rays In Oakland

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:04:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparing for their final preseason game this week vs. the Dolphins, why Kameron Johnson from Division II Barton College could make the team at wide receiver and the Rays are on the West Coast as Pete Fairbanks is on the IL and Yandy Diaz is playing after being hit by a pitch on Sunday.

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Recapping Bucs Preseason Game in Jacksonville & Rays Sweep Diamondbacks Including 2 Walk-Offs

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:03:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 2nd preseason game in Jacksonville where the offensive line looked good and maybe they've found a pass rusher. Plus the Rays sweep the Diamondbacks despite losing the lead twice in the 9th inning in 3 games and the Tampa Bay Sun earn a point in their first ever game.

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Bucs-Jaguars Preseason Preview & Ryan Pepiot Returns For The Rays

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 04:02:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Jaguars preseason game and discuss the 2 days of joint practices, plus the Rays host the Diamondbacks as Ryan Pepiot returns and why saying players don't care is a lazy sports take.

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Bucs Pushed Around By Jaguars & Rays Give Up 2 Hits and Lose

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:47:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first joint practice with the Jaguars that saw Jacksonville dominate on both sides of the ball. Plus the Rays give up 2 hits and lose as their bats were silent too and Junior Caminero making gold glove plays in the field.

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Billy Napier and Mario Cristobal in Year 3, FSU Expectations & Byrum Brown Importance to USF

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:03:16 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss how Billy Napier and Mario Cristobal will do at Florida and Miami in their 3rd seasons, why Byrum Brown could be the most important player in USF history, Florida State's expectations and the Top 25 poll.

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Rays Calling Up Junior Caminero & Why The Bucs Signed A Punter

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:58:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays finally calling up Junior Caminero after their 6-1 loss to the Astros that saw a lineup with 5 batters hitting .201 or less. Plus Sean Taylor is looking to make an impact for the Buccaneers and why they signed a punter on Monday.

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Bucs Win Preseason Game In Cincinnati & Rays Salvage Final Game vs. Orioles

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:03:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 17-14 win over Cincinnati in their first preseason game as Kyle Trask looked good and some other players stood out. Plus the Rays salvage the final game in their series with the Orioles as Curtis Mead drives in the winning run.

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Bucs Starters Won't Play In Cincinnati & Is Kyle Trask The Right Backup QB

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:01:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preseason game in Cincinnati where no starters will play, except for rookies who aren't named starters yet. Plus is Kyle Trask the right backup quarterback for a team with Super Bowl hopes and the Rays salvage the final game in St. Louis.

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Bucs Prep For 1st Preseason Game, Devin White's Comments & Rays Lose In St. Louis Again

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 04:04:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers practices leading up to this weekend's first preseason game in Cincinnati, Devin White's comments about his time in Tampa Bay and the Rays lose again as they go 0-for-11 with runners in scoring position.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht on Expectations, Re-Signing Players & The Culture They've Built

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:03:26 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht to discuss how the roster came together this year, free agent signing, the expectations and how they built and maintained the culture.

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MAILBAG: Buccaneers Past Ownership and Kevin Kiermaier

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:04:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about past Buccaneers ownership as Rick reminisces and how cool would it be if Kevin Kiermaier wins a World Series as he is retiring after this season.

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Rays Win Another Series, Bucs Prepare For Preseason Game & Bobby Finke Sets World Record at Olympics

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 04:06:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series win in Houston, the Buccaneers preparing for their 1st preseason game this weekend, the Olympics and we hope everyone is safe dealing with Hurricane Debbie.

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Tristan Wirfs Gets Paid, YaYa Diaby Hurt & Your Rays and Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 04:05:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tristan Wirfs signing the biggest contract in Buccaneers history and for an offensive lineman, YaYa Diaby gets hurt but the prognosis is not as bad as it looked and we answer your Buccaneers and Rays mailbag questions 100% correct.

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College Football Changes This Season, Lawsuits and Conference Realignments

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 04:03:05 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the upcoming season, the Florida State lawsuits to try an leave the ACC, the outlook for Billy Napier at Florida and how Alex Golesh continues to build at USF.

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Rays Stadium Approved As Trade Deadline Wraps Up & Bucs Night Practice

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:03:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Stadium proposal getting through the Pinellas County Commission and shovels will be in the ground early next year. Plus the Rays trade a few more players but beat the Marlins to move 3-games above .500 and the Buccaneers have a night practice as Sua Opeta leaves with an injury.

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Wirfs Limits Practice Time Working On New Deal & Rays Trade Amed Rosario

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:03:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tristan Wirfs limited his practice time in the 1st padded practice at Buccaneers Training Camp and they continue to work on a new long-term deal with him. Plus how different is Liam Coen's offense from Dave Canales, the Rays trade Amed Rosario, who else may go and Olympic heroes.

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Rays Trade Arozarena, Eflin, Adam and Paredes, Randy Visits With Fans & Bucs Still Working On Wirfs' Deal

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 04:02:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays trading Randy Arozarena, Zach Eflin, Jason Adam and Isaac Parades for a bunch of prospects as more trades are still expected before Tuesday's trade deadline, Randy Arozarena visit 'Randyland' before departing town and the Bucs will have their first padded practice today as they continue to negotiate a new deal with Tristan Wirfs.

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Jalen McMillan Impresses at Bucs Training Camp & Rays Win 13-0 As Bradley Dominates Again

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:01:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Training Camp Day 2 where Jalen McMillan continues to impress, the Rays beat the Jays 13-0 as Taj Bradley has pitched 3 straight games without giving up a run and your Rays mailbag questions.

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Bucs Confident As Training Camp Begins, Kevin Kiermaier To Retire After The Season & Rays Lose

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 04:52:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers confidence as they began Training Camp practices as so far it's drama free, Kevin Kiermaier will retire after this season and the Rays offense is quiet again as they fall back to .500 for the 24th time this season.

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Bucs Training Camp Practices Begin, Randy Gregory Didn't Report & Rays Beat Blue Jays

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 04:03:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Training Camp opening as the first practice is today. Tristan Wirfs did report and Randy Gregory did not. Plus the Rays win in Toronto to move 1-game above .500.

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Buccaneers Report To Camp Today & Rays Back To .500 Again

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 04:02:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the Buccaneers reporting to Training Camp today as we'll see if Randy Gregory and Tristan Wirfs are among the attendees. Plus the Rays get thumped in New York to split with the Yankees and return to .500 for the 23rd time this season.

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Rays Stadium Passes St. Pete City Council, Arozarena is Hot & Bucs Report To Training Camp This Week

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 04:04:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation as the Rays vote passed in the St. Pete City Council as a new stadium is close to reality, Randy Arozarena is hot as is Taj Bradley, and the Buccaneers report to Training Camp this week.

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Dave Mishkin On The Lightning's Busy Offseason

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:05:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Lightning announcer Dave Mishkin to discuss the changes Julien BriseBois has made to the Bolts including signing Jake Guentzel, trading Mikhail Sergachev and saying goodbye to Steven Stamkos.

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Dave Mishkin Discusses His Novel 'Blind Squirrel'

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 04:03:55 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Lightning Announcer Dave Mishkin to discuss his novel titled 'Blind Squirrel' that came out earlier this year. It's a story about a minor league hockey player that overcomes some mental health issues stemming from tragedy in his life.

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2024 Buccaneers Offense Preview

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:04:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the 2024 Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense as Liam Coen takes over the play-calling and Baker Mayfield is in his 2nd year in Tampa Bay. The offense line should be improved and Chris Godwin is moving back outside but can the offense improve the running game.

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2024 Buccaneers Defense Preview

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:02:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the 2024 Buccaneers defense as Devin White and Carlton Davis are gone, Jordan Whitehead is back and the defensive line looks to improve. Plus we look at the job Todd Bowles has done since taking over for Bruce Arians.

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MAILBAG: Lightning's Power Play, Rays' Alex Jackson, Bucs' Kancey and Diaby & More

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:03:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the draft process for each league, Alex Jackson, Lightning's power play, Calijah Kancey and Yaya Diaby's ceilings and how we filled time on the podcast during COVID.

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Monte Kiffin Dies at 84 & Rays Beat Yankees To Take The Series

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 05:24:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on former Buccaneers Defensive Coordinator Monte Kiffin's death at the age of 84 and the impact he had on Tampa Bay and the NFL. Plus the Rays beat the Yankees 5-4 as they take the series from a team they are chasing in the standings.

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Rays Leave 12 Men On Base In Loss To Yankees & Wander Franco Is No Longer Being Paid

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 05:06:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2-1 loss to the Yankees that saw them strand 12 runners on base while only hitting singles. Plus Wander Franco has an additional charge added that could carry 20 years in jail and he's no longer being paid.

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Wander Franco Charged In Dominican Republic, Rays Beat Yankees 5-3 and Phil Maton Traded

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:13:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Wander Franco being charged in the Dominican Republic for sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. Plus the Rays beat the Yankees 5-3 as Isaac Parades hit a 3-run bomb and Tampa Bay traded reliever Phil Maton to the Mets.

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Yankees Come To Town For A Big Series & The Tampa Bay Players That Got Away

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 04:02:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays-Yankees series that starts tonight as New York is struggling, plus the Tampa Bay players that got away as we build off John Romano's column.

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Rays Swept In Texas & Isaac Parades Is All-Star Bound

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:21:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series-winning streak being stopped at 5 as they are swept in Texas, Isaac Parades is their lone All-Star representative and the Lightning's Development Camp standouts.

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MAILBAG: Steven Stamkos, Lightning's Next Captain, Trevor Bauer and More

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:05:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Lightning roster moving forward, their next captain, Steven Stamkos, Trevor Bauer and more.

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Rays Trade Aaron Civale and Which Tampa Bay Team Returns To Semifinals First

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 04:03:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Independence Day discussing the Rays trading Aaron Civale to the Brewers for a minor league shortstop and how this doesn't signal the Rays are giving up on the season. Plus a mailbag question from Tom Jones on which Tampa Bay team will return to their league's semifinals first.

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Victor Hedman's 4-Year Extension as Julien BriseBois Signs A Couple of Forwards Too

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 04:03:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on how the Lightning are moving on without Steven Stamkos as Victor Hedman signs a 4-year deal and the Bolts sign a couple of forwards to fill out the 3rd and 4th lines.

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Why The Lightning Made The Right Move With Stamkos and It's Ok To Be Disappointed

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:02:52 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tom Jones to discuss Steven Stamkos signing a 4-year deal in Nashville and the Lightning signing Jake Guentzel to a 7-year deal. Why this is the right move for the Lightning and why it's ok to be upset that Stamkos isn't a Bolt anymore.

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Will Stamkos Leave The Lightning & Bolts Trade Mihkail Sergachev and Add Jake Guentzel

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:03:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' looming decision as free agency opens today, the moves Julien BriseBois made over the weekend including trading Mikhail Sergachev and adding Jake Guentzel. Plus the Rays win their 4th straight series and get back to .500.

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MAILBAG: Lavonte David's HOF Chances, Kancey and Diaby's Growth, Rays Playoff Chances & Stamkos' Future

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:03:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Lavonte David's HOF chances, Calijah Kancey and YaYa Diaby's growth, Rays playoff chances, Steven Stamkos' future and how do you like your chicken wings.

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Rays Drop Finale To Seattle to Finish First Half at 40-41

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 04:50:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-2 loss to the Mariners as they finish the first half of the season at 40-41. Plus an apology from the new Texas baseball coach.

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Rays Back to .500 Behind Power Surge & 'Selfish' College Coaches

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 04:43:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting 3 home runs, Siri taking 3 walks and Taylor Walls knocking in 3 runs to beat Seattle and get back to .500. Plus the new Texas baseball coach is 'selfish' and why the Bucs are high on KJ Britt.

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Panthers Win Stanley Cup, Will Stamkos Return To Bolts & Rays Rally Past Mariners

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:42:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Panthers winning their first Stanley Cup as the state of Florida has hoisted the trophy 3 of the last 5 seasons. Plus will Steven Stamkos return to the Bolts, the Rays rally past the Mariners and Tennessee wins the College World Series.

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Rays Winning Road Trip & Stanley Cup Final Game 7 Tonight

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:03:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation as the Rays went 5-4 on their road trip but they need to keep winning as they are still below .500. Plus tonight is Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final as history could be made as the Oilers are looking to overcome a 3-0 series deficit.

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Rick and Tom on The Rays Struggles & Charles Barkley's Retirement Announcement

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:02:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Rays struggles this season and the unreasonable expectations of fans and Charles Barkley announces he will retire after next season but is it the end?

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Rick and Tom on Staying With One Team For A Career and Why It Matters To Athletes

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 04:04:38 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his old radio partner, Tom Jones, to discuss Steven Stamkos' contract situation and how it relates to others in Tampa Bay history, who Rick would like to write a book with next.

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MAILBAG: Rays Franchise Player, Trade Deadline Moves & Coaching Influences On Kids

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 04:03:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer more of your mailbag questions about Rick's college baseball career and his dad's career in the minors and coaching, plus what should the Rays do as the trade deadline approaches next month.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Storylines, Ring of Honor, Rays Struggles, Stadium Location & More

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:03:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly on Buccaneers storylines this season, Ring of Honor, Rays struggles, holding runners on and more.

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Rays Salvage Final Game in Atlanta and Bryson DeChambeau Wins US Open

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:45:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bryson DeChambeau's win in the US Open over Rory McIlroy and the Rays salvage the final game in Atlanta as they hit 2 HRs including Jose Siri's blast in the 9th for the win.

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Buccaneers Minicamp is Over, Rays Comeback on Cubs Again & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 04:03:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers minicamp concluding as 1st round draft pick Graham Barton signs his contract, the Rays comeback to beat the Cubs again and your mailbag questions on the Bucs and Rays.

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Buccaneers' Minicamp Concludes Today & Rays Fall Short In Rally vs. Cubs

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 04:01:19 GMT

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Tristan Wrifs Attends Bucs Minicamp While Randy Gregory Misses & Rays Walk-off The Cubs

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 04:05:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers mandatory minicamp that saw Tristan Wirfs attend and Randy Gregory with an unexcused absence. Plus the Rays walk-off the Cubs as Brandon Lowe hit a 3-run homer to win it.

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Rays Swept By Orioles & Bucs Minicamp Begins Today

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:03:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting swept at home by the Orioles as they now fall to 4-game below .500 and are in last place in the AL East. What can they Rays do and who is at fault, plus the Buccaneers 3-day mandatory minicamp begins today.

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Rays Drop 3 Straight To Orioles, Bucs Minicamp This Week & UT Wins Another Championship

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:02:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3 straight losses to the Orioles that has seen the Rays bats go fairly silent while Baltimore rakes. Plus Buccaneers mandatory minicamp is this week and the University of Tampa win it's 9th National Baseball Championship.

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Bucs Raise Money For Pediatric Cancer Research, Rays 100 Games To Go & Lightning Anniversary

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:05:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers' Cut and Colors Funds The Cure, Rays have 100 games to go, Lightning's 20th Anniversary of 1st Stanley Cup and your mailbag questions.

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Deven Thompkins Accused of Domestic Abuse, Rays Sweep Marlins & Remembering D-Day

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 04:03:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the accusations being made against Deven Thompkins by his wife and how it impacted the Buccaneers releasing him this week. Plus the Rays sweep the Marlins, who might coach USF Baseball and remembering D-Day.

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Baker Mayfield Looking To Slow His Feet Down & Rays Beat Marlins As Brandon Lowe Heats Up

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:01:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's comments looking to have calmer feet in the pocket this season, Calijah Kancey looking for a big year and the Rays beat the Marlins 9-5 as Brandon Lowe is heating up.

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What Will Chris Godwin's Next Contract Look Like & Is Trevor Lawrence The Next $50M QB

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:04:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Justin Jefferson's new contract with the Vikings making him the highest paid non-QB in football and what impact that will have on Chris Godwin next year. Plus is Trevor Lawrence set to be the next $50 million/year QB and the Rays activate Josh Lowe.

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Rays Salvage The Final Game In Baltimore As Jose Siri Is The Hero Again

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 04:02:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on they Rays salvaging the final game of their 3-game series in Baltimore as Jose Siri is the hero once again. Plus Caitlin Clark gets fouled after a play and her teammates are no where to be found and the Stanley Cup Final is set between Florida and Edmonton.

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Jose Siri's Incredible 24 Hours, Deven Thompkins Waived & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 31 May 2024 04:03:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the 24 hours of Jose Siri as he hits 2 more homers on Thursday as the Rays win their 2nd straight walk-off, the Buccaneers waive Deven Thompkins and we answer your mailbag questions on Raymond James Stadium, Rays catching, Tanner Jeannot, Nikita Kucherov and more.

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Jose Siri Wins Game For Rays & KJ Britt's Expectations For This Season

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:50:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the A's that saw Jose Siri rob a homerun and get the walk-off hit in the 9th inning. Plus it's KJ Britt's time to shine for the Buccaneers as he'll be the starting linebacker this year.

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Rays Shutout By A's & Bucs OTAs Continue

Wed, 29 May 2024 05:08:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays shutout loss to the A's as they are no-hit through 5 innings for the 2nd straight game and they've lost 7-of-8. Plus Bucs OTAs continue and the NFL Players Association wants to get rid of offseason programs and extend Training Camp.

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What Wrong With The Rays & Why Tristan Wirfs Isn't Participating In OTAs

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:07:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what is wrong with the Rays this season including if they should consider sending Randy Arozarena to the minors for a bit. Plus Buccaneers OTAs continue today as Tristan Wirfs continues to not participate while working on a long-term deal and some sad news in sports.

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MAILBAG: Rays Struggles, Bucs Drafts, Stadiums and Steven Stamkos

Fri, 24 May 2024 04:02:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back on why baseball's stars are struggling, robot umps, Jason Licht's draft record, Bucs season predictions, Raymond James Stadium, Lightning's trade for McDonagh and when it is time to rebuild the Bolts.

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Rays Swept By Red Sox, Rowdies Lose In US Open Cup & Book Reaction

Thu, 23 May 2024 04:26:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-5 loss to the Red Sox that has them swept at home as they give up a 3-0 lead. Plus the Rowdies lose in the US Open Cup and reaction to Rick's book he wrote with Buccaneers Assistant Tom Moore.

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Rick's Book With Tom Moore, Lightning Trade For Ryan McDonagh, Rays Lose To Red Sox & Wirfs No-Shows OTAs

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:05:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rick's book with Buccaneers Coach Tom Moore detailing his 40+ years coaching in the NFL, the Lightning trade for Ryan McDonagh to return, Rays lose to the Red Sox 5-2 and Tristan Wirfs is a no-show at the voluntary Buccaneers OTAs.

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Antoine Winfield Jr. On Signing Contract & Rays Shutout By Red Sox

Tue, 21 May 2024 04:25:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Antoine Winfield Jr.'s Press Conference after becoming the highest paid defensive back in the NFL and the Rays are shutout by the Red Sox as Taj Bradley was dominant for 3 innings and then not so much.

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Aaron Civale Struggles Again But Rays Go 5-2 on Road Trip & Schauffele Wins PGA

Mon, 20 May 2024 04:02:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-2 road trip that almost saw a perfect game from Tyler Alexander, baserunning and defensive issues and Aaron Civale struggling again. Plus Xander Schauffele wins the PGA Championship in record fashion and Buccaneers OTAs this week.

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MAILBAG: Lightning Roster, Tom Brady's Roast, Stadiums and More

Fri, 17 May 2024 04:03:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Lightning's roster going forward, their rivals, Rick's typical day during the Bucs season, the Rowdies stadium, Tom Brady's roast and more.

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Buccaneers Schedule Released and Rays Win in Boston

Thu, 16 May 2024 04:04:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers schedule release which sees them start at home for 3 of the first 4 games and sees a stretch of 4-games-out-of-5 on the road in the middle of the season. Plus the Rays win in Boston and now look to make it 3-out-of-4 tonight.

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Rays Lose In Extra Innings, NFL Schedule Out Tonight & Jon Gruden Court Ruling Against NFL

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:48:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 12 inning loss to the Red Sox that saw them waste some opportunities in extra innings but also saw some great bullpen pitching including Pete Fairbanks and a monster homerun from Randy Arozarena. Plus the NFL schedule comes out tonight and Jon Gruden loses his lawsuit against the NFL in a Nevada court.

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Antoine Winfield Jr. Becomes Highest Paid DB & Rays Win Game 1 in Boston

Tue, 14 May 2024 04:07:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Antoine Winfield Jr., becoming the highest paid defensive back in the NFL, the upcoming schedule release and the Rays win the first game in Boston to get back to .500.

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Rays Lose 2-of-3 To Yankees & Buccaneers Rookie Minicamp

Mon, 13 May 2024 04:28:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing 2-of-3 to the Yankees despite having the chance to win all 3. They now sit 7 games out of first as we're a quarter of the way through the season. Plus the Buccaneers held rookie mini-camp over the weekend and there is a lot of optimism about this year's class.

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Buccaneers Rookie Minicamp & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 10 May 2024 04:05:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers rookie mini-camp this weekend and answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs wide receivers, Tom Brady's roast, Rays roster and stadium plans.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Resurgence, Injured Guys Returning and Wander Franco Update

Thu, 09 May 2024 04:03:19 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to talk about their recent hot streak, the players coming back off injury, the slow start for the bullpen, Wander Franco and more.

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Arozarena Is Warming Up as Rays Win 5th Straight In City Connect Jerseys

Wed, 08 May 2024 04:31:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-game win streak which puts them above .500 as Randy Arozarena is warming up, Jonny Deluca is staying hot and Zach Eflin pitched well with a mustache. Plus the NFL Schedule comes out next week and Todd Bowles comments on how Baker Mayfield was the perfect quarterback to follow Tom Brady.

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Rays Win 4th Straight In City Connect Jerseys & Baker Mayfield Taking Control of Bucs Offense

Tue, 07 May 2024 04:27:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays winning their 4th straight game since the debuts of the City Connect jerseys and Jonny Deluca who has 10 RBI in 4 games. Plus the Buccaneers OC Liam Coen says the offense install is going well.

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The Tom Brady Roast & Rays Sweep The Mets

Mon, 06 May 2024 04:28:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tom Brady roast that saw everyone under fire and the Rays sweep the Mets as Randy Arozarena hit 2 homeruns and Yandy Diaz had a good series.

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MAILBAG: Rays Hitting, Lightning's Roster & Buccaneers Schedule

Fri, 03 May 2024 04:04:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Rays poor play this season, their leaders, salary cap, Lightning's roster, Buccaneers schedule, Tom Brady and pitching in little league.

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Could Steven Stamkos Re-Sign Quickly, Rays Shutout In Milwaukee & Bucs Not Giving 5th Year Option to JTS

Thu, 02 May 2024 04:20:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Julien BriseBois and Steven Stamkos' comments on Wednesday indicating it's likely a new contract will get done. Plus what moves could the Lightning make this offseason, the Rays go 1-5 on their road trip after losing 7-0 in Milwaukee and the Buccaneers don't pick up the 5th year option on Joe Tryon-Shoyinka.

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Rays Brawl In Milwaukee & Buccaneers Coaches Loves Their Secondary

Wed, 01 May 2024 04:09:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays struggles as they lose big to Milwaukee and even get into a brawl after Jose Siri watched a home run and the Brewers took exception multiple times. Plus what to do with Randy Arozarena as he continues to struggle and the Buccaneers Defensive Coaches spoke and raved about the secondary for this season.

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Lightning Lose In 1st Round To Panthers & Rays Win 1-0

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:27:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's season coming to an end with a 6-1 loss at Florida to lose the series in 5 games. What happens next for the Bolts and will Steven Stamkos re-sign. Plus the Rays win 1-0 as Ryan Pepiot was dealing.

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Sergachev Returns as Lightning Avoid Elimination, Bucs Draft Class Fills Needs & Rays Swept By White Sox

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 04:06:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's Game 4 win to avoid elimination as Mikhail Sergachev makes his return to the ice, the Buccaneers checked all the boxes of need with their draft class and the Rays have a miserable weekend in Chicago.

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Buccaneers Select A Center With Their 1st Pick & Lightning On Brink Of Elimination

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:29:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers taking Center Graham Barton with their 1st round pick in the NFL Draft, plus the Lightning finally get a lead but can't hold it and are now on the brink of elimination to the Panthers.

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Buccaneers Needs In Tonight's NFL Draft, Lightning Host Panthers in Game 3 & Rays Beat Detroit

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:33:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on tonight's NFL Draft and what positions the Buccaneers are looking to take with the 26th pick. Plus the Lightning host the Panthers for Game 3 and the Rays beat the Tigers as Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz show some life.

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Lightning Lose in OT & Rays Spoil Ryan Pepiot's Outing

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 06:20:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 OT loss to the Panthers in Game 2, their 6th consecutive playoff overtime loss. Plus the Rays bullpen gives up 2 homeruns after Ryan Pepiot was fantastic and the Buccaneers need a wide receiver in the draft this weekend.

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Rays Change Lineup But Struggle To Score, Lightning Ready For Game 2 & Should Bucs Consider Drafting Penix

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:56:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays hitting problems as they lose another series-opening game, the Lightning preparing for Game 2 tonight vs. the Panthers and should the Buccaneers consider Michael Penix, Jr., if he's available on Thursday with the 26th pick.

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Lightning Lose Game 1 To Panthers & Yankees Take 2-of-3 From Rays

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:03:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's Game 1 loss to the Panthers that saw the Bolts get 1 goal 5-on-5. Plus the Rays lose 2-of-3 in the Bronx as Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz continue to struggle.

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MAILBAG: Lightning's Playoff Chances, Pepiot's Pitching & Buccaneers Draft Memories

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:05:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ryan Pepiot's performance in the Rays 2-1 win over the Angels and we answer your mailbag questions about the Lightning's playoff chances, Utah's new team, Buccaneers drafts from the past, USF's football future and more.

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Kucherov Reaches 100 Assists & Rays Bullpen Hurts Them Again

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:19:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Nikita Kucherov getting 100 assists in the final game of the season, becoming just the 5 players all-time to reach that number. Plus the Rays bullpen costs them another game as Pete Fairbanks takes the loss.

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Rays Win In 13 Innings & Lightning Will Face Panthers In Round 1

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 04:03:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-6 win in 13 innings over the Angels as Tampa Bay had 1 hit until the bottom of the 9th inning. Plus the Lightning will face the Florida Panthers in the 1st round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the WNBA Draft's ratings were huge.

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Bucs Begin Offseason Workouts, Rays and Lightning Lose & John Sterling Retires

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:23:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers beginning off-season workout program, the Rays lose despite a great pitching performance from Zach Eflin, the Lightning lose to Buffalo and maybe lose Luke Glendening to injury, plus John Sterling retires from Yankees radio broadcasts.

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Rays Take Series From Giants, Lightning Lose In Washington, Scheffler Wins Masters & Buccaneers Baby News

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 04:02:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2-of-3 from the Giants including beating up on Blake Snell, the Lightning lose in Washington, Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters and Bucs baby news with Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs.

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What Jason Licht Said Ahead of NFL Draft, OJ Simpson Dies & Lightning Mailbag Questions

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 04:04:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Jason Licht's pre-draft press conference and what type of players the Buccaneers might select, OJ Simpson dies and your mailbag questions on the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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MAILBAG: Are Rays Built For Postseaon, Kevin Cash and MLB Arm Injuries

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:01:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Kevin Cash, can the Rays win in the postseason, and how youth sports play into pitching injuries.

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Stamkos Hat Trick, Kucherov 3 Assists Plus Rays Beat Angels

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:06:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-2 win over Columbus as Steven Stamkos gets a hat trick and Nikita Kucherov has another 3-point night and now has 96 assists on the season. Plus the Rays beat the Angels to raise their record to 6-6 with a bullpen that is struggling and a lineup waiting for their stars to show up.

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The Solar Eclipse Was More Impressive Than The Rays Game or National Championship

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 04:38:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the solar eclipse that was a lot better than the Rays 7-1 loss to the Angels or the National Championship game that UConn dominated. Plus USF loses Chris Youngblood to the transfer portal after losing Selton Miguel last week and Mikhail Sergachev returned to Lightning practice on Monday in the next step in his rehab.

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Rays Take 2 of 3 From Rockies, Lightning Clinch Playoff Berth & John Calipari Leaving Kentucky

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 04:33:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays weird series in Colorado where they took 2-out-of-3 but there were comebacks, bad baseballs, horrible weather and a great pitching performance by Ryan Pepiot. Plus the Lightning clinch a playoff berth but lose to the Penguins and South Carolina wins the women's basketball title while John Calipari is leaving Kentucky for Arkansas.

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Rick and Tom on Lightning's Chances in Playoffs & How Good Will Rays Be

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 06:03:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Lightning's chances in the playoffs as they are close to clinching a spot and can the Rays duplicate the success of the last few years this season.

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Rick and Tom on Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Kim Mulkey and Women's College Basketball

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 04:01:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Iowa-LSU game that drew over 12 million viewers, what Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have done for women's basketball and thoughts on Kim Mulkey.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Edge Rushers, Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Tyler Glasnow & Wander Franco

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Bucs Edge Rushers, Bucs TV games, Tyler Glasnow and Wander Franco.

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Rays Pitching Struggles Again, Lightning Lose to Detroit & LSU-Iowa Was Great

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:02:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays pitching struggles as they continue to give up walks and lots of runs. The Lightning play well but some careless mistakes cost them against Detroit, the dress an EBUG and the Iowa-LSU game didn't disappoint as Caitlin Clark was sensational.

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Rays Split Season Opening Series with Blue Jays & Lightning Keep Rolling

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:11:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays season opening split with the Toronto Blue Jays after Tyler Alexander and a slew of relievers couldn't stop walking Blue Jays on Sunday. Plus the Lightning keep rolling with points in 9 straight games and the Final Four is set.

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Rays Lose 8-2 on Opening Day, Joe Maddon on Ohtani & Lightning's Magic Number

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:05:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day loss to the Blue Jays 8-2 as Zach Eflin was brilliant for 5 innings but couldn't get through the 6th. Plus Joe Maddon on the Shohei Ohtani scandal and the Lightning's win over the Bruins on Wednesday night.

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Marc Topkin on 2024 Rays Outlook, How They'll Overcome Injuries & The Rays Way

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 04:02:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles and Jason Glazer's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando as Todd Bowles says they aren't trying to win the offseason and he likes his chess pieces while the Glazer family isn't satisfied with just 2 Super Bowls.

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Todd Bowles' Chess Pieces & Glazer's Want More Super Bowls

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:01:43 GMT

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NFL Owners Meetings, Ohtani's Denial & Bucs Mailbag Questions

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:34:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando, Shohei Ohtani denies making bets and paying debts of his interpreter plus your mailbag questions on Bucs pass rush, center position and Hall of Famers on the 2020 team.

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Bruce Arians' Gala, Lavonte David's Press Conference, USF's Season Ends & Lightning Stay Hot

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:20:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bruce Arians' Gala this weekend, Lavonte David's press conference after re-signing with the Bucs, USF's season is over after losing to VCU in the NIT and the Lightning get 9-of-10 points on their road trip.

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What To Expect From Baker Mayfield In Liam Coen's Offense & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 04:29:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the what to expect from Baker Mayfield in Liam Coen's offense as he'll be giving more control, the Rays lose Jonathan Aranda for 4-6 weeks and your mailbag questions on the Rays and Lightning.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Bucs DBs and Pass Rush, Draft Needs, Blake Snell & More

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers secondary and pass rush, NFL Draft, Blake Snell and JD Martinez.

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USF Wins 'War on I-4', Rays Name Eflin Opening Day Starter & Lightning Beat Vegas

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 05:14:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's 83-77 win over UCF to advance in the NIT Tournament, the Rays name Zach Eflin the Opening Day starter, the Lightning beat the Golden Knights as Nikita Kucherov regains the scoring lead and a couple of Buccaneers mailbag questions.

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War on I-4 Resumes Tonight & Buccaneers Sign A CB

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to preview tonight's War on I-4 as USF faces UCF in the NIT Tournament and look back at just how successful Amir Abdur-Rahim has been in his first season with the Bulls. Plus the Buccaneers sign cornerback Tavierre Thomas.

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Lightning Beat Panthers, USF Misses NCAA Tournament & Bucs Sign 2 Offensive Linemen

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win over the Panthers that saw them get an early lead and then hold on to win their 3rd straight game. Plus USF misses the NCAA tournament as they lose in the conference semi-finals to UAB and the Buccaneers sign a couple of offensive lineman and re-sign QB John Wolford.

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Lightning Win Behind Brayden Point's 6 Points & Why Jordan Whitehead Is a Good Fit For Bucs

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:32:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-3 win over the Rangers that felt like a playoff game and saw the Bolts overcome a bad first period to having Brayden Point tie the franchise record with 6 points. Plus Jordan Whitehead, Chase McLaughlin and Chase Edmunds all spoke after signing their free agent deals with the Buccaneers.

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Baker Mayfield Finally At Home In Tampa Bay & Jordan Whitehead Is A Buccaneer Again

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield press conference after signing his new contract with the Buccaneers as the negotiations were perhaps more complicated than we thought. Plus Jordan Whitehead returns to Tampa Bay as a free agent.

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Lavonte David Could Be The Next 'Buc For Life'

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:15:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing Lavonte David for a 13th year with the team as Jason Licht is checking all the boxes of bringing their guys back. Plus Taj Bradley pulled from his start for pectoral tightness and USF's Amir Abdur-Rahim wins AAC Coach of the Year.

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Bucs Trade Carlton Davis & Re-Sign McLaughlin & Edmonds

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:17:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers trading CB Carlton Davis to Detroit for a 3rd round pick and why it makes sense for Tampa Bay. Plus the running back carousel is crazy in the NFL this offseason and it's been 4 years since the sports world shutdown for the pandemic.

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Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield Agree on 3-Year, $100 Million Contract

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:41:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield signing a new 3-year, $100 million dollar contract with the Buccaneers with $50 million in guaranteed money over the next 2 season. Plus the Lightning run John Tortorella and the Flyers out of the building as the new guys flash, USF loses their regular season finale, Josef Newgarden wins the Grand Prix and the Rays play in the Dominican Republic.

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Waiting On Baker Mayfield To Sign & Lightning Lose to Flames But Add A Forward

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 07:21:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker watch as the free agent quarterback took swings at Yankees Spring Training on Thursday, the Lighting lose to Calgary but trade for Anthony DuClair and we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Jordan Whitehead, Kevin Cash, the Rays and how to fix the Lightning.

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Baker Mayfield's Contract Negotiations & What If The Bucs Can't Re-Sign Him?

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:35:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what is real with reporting on Baker Mayfield's contract negotiations with the Buccaneers. Plus what is the Bucs Plan B if they can't re-sign Mayfield and we answer some mailbag questions on the Offensive Line, the Rays season and Lightning's trade deadline plans.

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Buccaneers Place Franchise Tag On Antoine Winfield, Jr. & The Real Cost of Mike Evans' Contract

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:02:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers using the franchise tag on Antoine Winfield, Jr. which buys them time to agree to a long-term deal. Now Jason Licht can turn his attention to Baker Mayfield before free agency begins. Plus the real cost of Mike Evans' contract, your Buccaneers mailbag questions and USF wins again in front of a 3rd straight sellout crowd.

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Mike Evans Wants To Be A 'Buc For Life' and Re-Signs With Tampa Bay

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:01:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans passing on free agency and re-signing with the Buccaneers. What does this mean for Baker Mayfield and Antoine Winfield, Jr., as it is Franchise Tag day in the NFL. Plus Jon Cooper raises money for pediatric cancer research, the anniversary of Dave Wills' passing, USF to play a home basketball game while ranked and Gibbs High School wins the state title in Basketball.

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Mike Evans To Test Free Agency

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:23:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Mike Evans will test free agency next week which doesn't rule out a return to Tampa Bay. How does this impact Baker Mayfield's decision and will the Bucs put the franchise tag on Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus Rick remembers Martin Fennelly and Chris Mortensen

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Devin White, Rays Pitching & Lightning Trade Targets

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:13:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Devin White, Raymond James Stadium, Rays pitching and catching plus Lightning trade targets.

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Millionaires Complaining About Billionaires

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:02:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFLPA's annual survey of owners and teams where the Buccaneers rank 24th out of 32 teams.

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Bucs Release Shaq Barrett and are Optimistic To Sign Baker Mayfield & Mike Evans

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:51:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest from Jason Licht and Todd Bowles at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis where the Bucs have a quiet confidence that they'll get deals done with Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans. Plus the Bucs will release Shaq Barrett and power goes out literally in Philadelphia as the Lightning lose 6-2.

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USF Basketball Ranked For 1st Time & Hate Mail For Baker Mayfield

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:33:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the USF Men's Basketball team being ranked for the first time in school history. Plus Rick is at the scouting combine in Indianapolis where talks will continue to re-sign Baker Mayfield for the Buccaneers despite an email we received from Scott.

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NFL Scouting Combine, Lightning Win 2, Rays Spring Training Games & USF Clinches Share of AAC Title

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:01:09 GMT

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MAILBAG: Rays Catching, Josh Lowe, Randy Arozarena, Nikita Kucherov, Russell Gage & More

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:58:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Rays catching, Josh Lowe, Randy Arozarena, Nikita Kucherov, Russell Gage, Jordan Whitehead and more.

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Mike Evans' Future In Tampa Bay & Why Don't Glazers Get More Credit For Bucs Success

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:14:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest news on Mike Evans and the chances he returns to the Buccaneers, what will the Falcons do at quarterback and why don't the Glazers get more credit for the Bucs success.

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Rays Sign Rosario, Bucs Franchise Tag Update & Mailbag on Salary Cap, Free Agency & More

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:03:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays signing infielder Amed Rosario, why, despite was some in the 'media' say, the Bucs will likely franchise tag Antoine Winfield, Jr., if they use the tag at all and we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on the Bucs salary cap, free agency, clock management and defensive coordinator.

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Antoine Winfield Jr., Likely Candidate for Franchise Tag, Lightning Lose Again & USF Moving Up Rankings

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 07:23:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2nd straight lackluster game at home which saw them unable to execute cleanly, the Buccaneers will likely franchise tag Antoine Winfield, Jr., if they can't reach a long term deal, the rumors that started about Baker Mayfield's future and USF basketball is close to being ranked for the first time ever.

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USF Beats FAU at Sold Out Yuengling Center, Bucs Salary Cap Situation & Lightning Blown Out By Panthers

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:02:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's big win over FAU to keep them in 1st place in the AAC, the Buccaneers can save cap money if they can re-sign Baker Mayfield or Mike Evans today but it won't happen, and the Lightning get blown out at home by the Panthers.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Logan Hall, Josh Lowe, Stadiums and Sports On TV

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:01:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Logan Hall, the salary cap, Bucs stadium, Rays season, Josh Lowe, Rays stadium, Dave Wills, and sports on TV.

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USF Wins 10th Straight & Sells Out Sunday's Game vs FAU & Coaching Fallout From The Super Bowl

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:14:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the fallout from the Super Bowl as the 49ers fire Steve Wilkes, we hear audio of the 49ers not knowing the overtime rules, South Florida Men's Basketball wins their 10th straight game and have sold out Sunday's matchup vs FAU and we look at where Tampa Bay is at as a sports market.

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Rays Open Camp, Lightning Beat Bruins & Buccaneers Mailbag

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:05:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the opening of Rays Spring Training today, the Girls Flag Football being played at the Buccaneers, the Lightning beat the Bruins in a shootout and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Baker Mayfield, Tom Brady and Taylor Swift.

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The State of Quarterbacking In The NFL As Patrick Mahomes Proves His The Best Current QB

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the state of quarterbacking today in the NFL as Patrick Mahomes proves he's the best QB on the planet currently. Plus how much credit do the Buccaneers get for beating the Chiefs in their current Super Bowl run.

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Patrick Mahomes Leads Chiefs To 3rd Super Bowl Win In 5 Years

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 05:29:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Kansas City Chiefs 25-22 Overtime win in Super Bowl LVIII to win their 3rd title in 5 years as Patrick Mahomes wins his 3rd Super Bowl MVP.

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Super Bowl LVIII Preview, Sergachev Has Surgery, Lightning Lose To Islanders & Rays Re-Sign Neander and Cash

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:09:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Super Bowl LVIII as the Chiefs are looking for their 3rd Super Bowl win under Andy Reid and the 49ers are looking for their first in 29 years. Plus Mikhail Sergachev has surgery as the Bolts lose to the Islanders and the Rays re-sign Erik Neander and Kevin Cash to long-term deals.

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Buccaneers Hire A Special Teams Coordinator & Mikhail Sergachev Hurt Again

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:02:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring a Special Teams Coordinator, Mikhail Sergachev injured again in his first game back and it looks bad for the Lightning, plus more of your mailbag questions.

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Bucs' Liam Coen's First Comments Since Getting The Job & USF Men's Basketball Wins 8th Straight

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 06:11:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers new Offensive Coordinator's first press conference where he said he's here to coach Baker Mayfield, plus they've hired an Offensive Line Coach and USF Men's Basketball wins their 8th straight to after leading for less than 30 seconds of the game.

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MAILBAG: Former Bucs Coordinators, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, Senior Bowl & More

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:02:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about former Buccaneers coordinators, new NFC South coaches, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, coaches work schedules and more.

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Baker Mayfield's Weekend At The Pro Bowl Games & Buccaneers New OC Liam Coen

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's big weekend at the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Buccaneers hire Liam Coen from Kentucky as their new Offensive Coordinator, Ryan Jensen announces his retirement and Nikita Kucherov turns heel at the NHL All-Star Game.

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Buccaneers OC Update & More With Andy Freed On The Rays

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with updates on the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search and Baker Mayfield shining at the Pro Bowl Games plus part 2 with Rays Radio's Andy Freed on the pitching staff and more this season.

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Andy Freed On The Rays Changes For 2024, Young Players Being Given An Opportunity and 20 Years of Calling Rays Games

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Rays Radio Play By Play man Andy Freed to discuss the changes on the Rays this season, some of the young players they will be counting on and 20 years of calling Rays games.

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Should Patrick Mahomes Be In GOAT Conversation Yet & Dan Campbell's Choice In Lions Loss

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:01:15 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Tom Jones to discuss if Patrick Mahomes can be considered the Greatest of All Time yet and what to make of Dan Campbell's coaching decisions in the Lions loss.

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Rick and Tom on Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift and Martin Fennelly

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:01:39 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift impact on the NFL and TV ratings, plus they remember Martin Fennelly and Rick has a Buccaneers OC search update.

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Super Bowl Is Set After KC Dominates & Detroit Blows A Lead & A Buccaneers OC Update

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Conference Championship Games which saw Kansas City's Defense dominate Baltimore and the Lions blow a 17-point 2nd half lead. Plus the latest on the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search and the Lightning are red-hot entering their bye week. Plus Rick remembers Martin Fennelly who passed away on Friday.

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Dave Canales Leaves Bucs To Coach The Panthers, Raheem Morris To Atlanta & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:15:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Carolina Panthers hiring former Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales to be their head coach, Raheem Morris hired in Atlanta to coach the Falcons and Bill Belichick may not be coaching anywhere next season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles' time management, will the Bucs re-sign Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans, Offensive Line needs, free agent targets, Ryan Jensen, which Lightning numbers will be retired and a resurgence of USF athletics.

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Could Dave Canales Be The Panthers Next Head Coach & Jim Harbaugh Returns To The NFL

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:00:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the chances that Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales gets the Carolina Panthers job and what Todd Bowles' options would be to fill that job. Plus Jim Harbaugh is leaving Michigan for the Chargers so what does that mean for the Wolverines.

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Nikita Kucherov Leading NHL in Scoring & Todd Bowles Screwed Up The End Of The Lions Game

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:13:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-3 win over the Flyers as Nikita Kucherov has a hat trick and 4 points to lead the way. Plus did Todd Bowles screw up the end of the Divisional Playoff game vs. Detroit by not calling timeout.

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What To Expect From The Buccaneers This Offseason

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what to expect this offseason from the Buccaneers as Devin White and Shaq Barrett are probably gone, will they re-sign Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans, plus what other changes to expect.

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Buccaneers Season Ends In Divisional Round With 31-23 Loss To Detroit

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers season coming to an end after a 31-23 loss to the Lions in the NFC Divisional playoffs. While the season is over, Bucs fans should want more of this roller coaster of a team that never lost belief and fought to the end.

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Buccaneers Battle The Lions For A Berth In the NFC Championship Game

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:31:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers-Lions Divisional Playoff game as the winner advances to the NFC Championship game. Plus they answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs and backup quarterbacks.

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Baker Mayfield Responds to Garnder-Johnson & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:54:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's response to C.J. Gardner-Johnson's comments about Tampa would be great if they had a good quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Baker Mayfield, Lavonte David, Joe Flacco, Mike Evans and Steven Stamkos.

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Buccaneers Preparing for the Lions & Keyshawn Johnson Joins Rick

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their Divisional Playoff game vs. the Lions this Sunday as Tampa Bay continues the revenge tour of playing teams they lost to in the regular season. Plus Rick is joined by Keyshawn Johnson to talk about the Bucs, the Cowboys and his new podcast.

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Buccaneers Pressure Hurts & Dominate The Eagles 32-9

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 07:17:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 32-9 dominating win over the Eagles to advance in the playoffs. Baker Mayfield threw for over 300 yards and 3 TDs while the defense pressured Jalen Hurts all night long. Next up for the Bucs is the Lions on Sunday.

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Buccaneers Host A Playoff Game For The 3rd Straight Season Tonight vs. Eagles

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 05:00:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs-Eagles playoff game tonight as Tampa Bay hosts a playoff game for the 3rd straight season and are taking on a very banged up Philadelphia team. Plus we look at the first 4 games of Wild Card Weekend as the Cowboys, Browns and Dolphins get blown out while the Lions-Rams is the only good game.

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Bucs Preparing For Eagles & Bill Belichick Out In New England

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:58:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparations for their playoff game vs. the Eagles on Monday night, Bill Belichick out as New England's coach and where he might end, plus the Lightning win in overtime again.

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How Nick Saban's Retirement Shakes Up College Football and Who Could Replace Him

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Nick Saban's retirement from Alabama, what it means for the SEC, who could be his replacement and just how dominate he was in coaching and recruiting during his career.

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Hail To The Victors But What Will Harbaugh Do Next, Lightning Comeback Win & Bucs Preparing For Eagles

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:22:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the National Championship Game that saw Michigan complete a perfect season but what's next for Jim Harbaugh? Plus the Lightning get an impressive come from behind win over the Kings and the Bucs preparing for the Eagles in their Monday Night playoff game.

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Hopes vs. Eagles are High if Baker's Healthy, 2024 Buc Opponents Known, Bolts Start Key Homestand

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:05:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp - filling in for Steve Versnick, Michigan fan who was at the Championship game (Steve will be back Tuesday to discuss the outcome) - spend plenty of time on the Bucs' playoff outlook, a peek around the other games, some USF talk and a look at a key home stretch for the Bolts.

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The Buccaneers Clinch The NFC South For The 3rd Straight Year and Make The Playoffs 4 Straight

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:45:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp break down the Buccaneers 9-0 win over the Carolina Panthers that clinched their 3rd consecutive NFC South Title, a feat they had never accomplished before.

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Buccaneers Can Clinch Division For 3rd Straight Season On Sunday

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 05:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers chance to win the NFC South for the 3rd straight season with a win over the Panthers on Sunday. If the Buccaneers don't win on Sunday, big changes could be coming to the organization with a potential rebuild on the table.

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Mike Evans Is Bucs Sole Pro Bowl Representative & Michael Penix, Jr. Makes National Championship

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:22:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans as the lone Buccaneers representative in the Pro Bowl as Antoine Winfield, Jr. and Tristan Wirfs are alternates. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss Florida State's Orange Bowl loss, the transfer portal and Michigan-Washington for the National Championship.

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Is Todd Bowles Job On The Line This Week & Michael Penix Jr. To Play in National Championship

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:17:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay's own Michael Penix, Jr. playing for a National Championship vs Michigan and Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles coaching future and Rachaad White's backup plan.

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Tristan Wirfs Tired Of Late Hits By Saints, Wander Franco Detained & Michigan Beats Alabama

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:04:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Michigan's 27-20 OT win over Alabama in the College Football Playoff semifinals, Buccaneers' Tristan Wirfs is sick of Saints players hitting Baker Mayfield late, the LIghtning win after giving up a crazy goal and Wander Franco detained in the Dominican Republic.

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Buccaneers Fail To Clinch NFC South With 23-13 Loss To The Saints

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:42:49 GMT

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Buccaneers Looking For 3rd Straight NFC South Title

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:46:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's 'Hat and T-Shirt' game as the Buccaneers can clinch the NFC South. They discuss how improbable that was just a month ago and how good this team has been for the last 4 years now. Plus the Lightning still looking for more consistency and Wander Franco didn't appear for a summons in the Dominican Republic on Thursday.

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Florida State Preparing For Orange Bowl and Suing The ACC, plus Playoff Semifinals Preview

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 05:01:33 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker who is in Miami to cover Florida State in the Orange Bowl this weekend. They discuss this game, FSU's lawsuit against the ACC and the ACC's suit against Florida State, and then a preview of the College Football Playoff Semifinals.

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Bucs Looking To Clinch 3rd Straight NFC South Title, Mailbag Questions & Dominican Authorities Looking For Wander Franco

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 05:00:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the upcoming 'hat and t-shirt' game for the Buccaneers as they can clinch their 3rd straight NFC South title with a win, Head Coach Todd Bowles comments on the game, Bucs mailbag questions and reports that Dominican authorities are looking for Wander Franco.

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Buccaneers Dominate Jaguars For 4th Straight Win

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 05:13:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers dominating win over Jaguars on Christmas Eve for their 4th win in a row. They are a team that is peaking at the right time and are relatively healthy which is what you want to see heading towards the playoffs. Devin White showed out after being called out last week, Antoine Winfield, Jr., was the best player on the field and YaYa Diaby gets better every week.

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Buccaneers-Jaguars Preview & Your Mailbag Questions On Baker, Bowles and Canales

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this Sunday's Bucs-Jaguars game that with a win would enable the Buccaneers to have a chance to clinch the division next week. Plus we answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Dave Canales and more.

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NFL Investigating Bucs' Injury Report & Devin White Says He Didn't Balk At Rotational Role

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL's look into the Buccaneers handling of Devin White last week, plus Devin spoke about what happened saying he didn't balk at rotational role. Plus the Lightning played better on Tuesday, can they duplicate it tonight vs. Vegas.

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National Signing Day & The Politicians Are Now Involved With Florida State's Snub

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:49:37 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss National Signing Day and the importance to Billy Napier at Florida and Alex Golesh at USF, the politicians are now involved with Florida State's snub in the College Football Playoff and the Volleyball Championships in Tampa.

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What Is Devin White's Role On The Buccaneers Moving Forward?

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:12:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Devin White situation as Todd Bowles continues to deliver mixed messages while trying to protect the middle linebacker who told him he "couldn't go" when told he wasn't starting on Sunday.

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Baker Mayfield's Perfect Passer Rating Leads Buccaneers To 3rd Straight Win & Devin White Says He 'Couldn't Go'

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:32:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's big day in Green Bay to lead the Buccaneers to their 3rd straight win and keep control of their NFC South destiny. Plus Devin White was told he wouldn't start and then he said he "couldn't go".

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Bucs-Packers Preview, Tyler Glasnow Traded & More Mailbag Questions

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:33:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Packers game as Tampa Bay will continue to be without some key players but Devin White may return. Plus the Rays trade Tyler Glasnow to Los Angeles pending he signs an extension and your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers coaching and the Florida Gators schedule in 2024.

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Tyler Glasnow Set To Be Traded, KJ Britt's Emergence & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:16:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the pending trade of Tyler Glasnow, KJ Britt's emergence at linebacker and your mailbag questions on the Rays lineup, Baker Mayfield and Rick's gameday schedule.

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Rick and Tom On FSU, Ohtani and Mahomes, Plus Buc Mailbag Questions on Baker, Tristan and Antoine

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Tristan Wirfs, Antoine Winfield, Jr. and then Tom Jones joins again to discuss Florida State, Patrick Mahomes and Shohei Ohtani.

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Rick and Tom On The 1st Place Buccaneers & Baker Mayfield

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Poynter's Tom Jones to discuss the 1st place Buccaneers at 6-7, Baker Mayfield as their quarterback and a look around the NFL including coaching.

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Buccaneers Beat Falcons, Move Into 1st Place In NFC South

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:31:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 29-25 win over the Falcons that moves them into 1st place in the NFC South. The defense played well but gave up another 4th quarter drive but Baker Mayfield engineered a game-winning drive.

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Buccaneers Season Is On The Line & Chris Godwin's Wife's Comment About Todd Bowles

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Chris Godwin and his wife's reaction to Head Coach Todd Bowles comments about his playing time and the season is on the line Sunday in Atlanta for the Buccaneers.

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Why Florida State Was Left Out Of College Football Playoff & Latest On USF's Football Stadium

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 06:24:55 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss why Florida State was left out of the College Football Playoff and the latest on USF's new football stadium.

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What Does Baker Mayfield's Next Contract Look Like & Your Mailbag Questions On Buccaneers and CFP

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Baker Mayfield might command in a new contract next year, will we see Kyle Trask this year, and your mailbag questions on Bucs coaching, drafting a QB and the College Football Playoff.

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Victor Hedman's 1,000th Game, Lightning Shut Out The Stars & Ryan Neal's Big Day For The Buccaneers

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:42:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Victor Hedman playing in his 1,000th game for the Tampa Bay Lightning, their 4-0 win over Dallas as Andrei Vasilevskiy gets his 1st shutout of the season, Ryan Neal's big day for the Buccaneers as injuries mounted and Tampa Bay's Michael Penix Jr. is a Heisman Trophy Finalist.

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Florida State Omitted From Playoff and Buccaneers Beat Panthers 21-18

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the College Football Playoff Committee's decision to leave out Florida State despite being 13-0 and the Buccaneers win over the Panthers 21-18 as Mike Evans hit 1,000 yards for the 10th straight season and it means next week's game in Atlanta is for the division lead

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Buccaneers-Panthers Preview and More Bucs Mailbag Questions

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:25:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Buccaneers-Panthers game that feels like a must-win game for Tampa Bay as they remain 1-game back in the division. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, who the next Bucs coach could be and more.

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Is Billy Napier Moving The Goalposts, Alex Golesh's USF Turnaround and It's Conference Championship Weekend

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:00:37 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss if Billy Napier is moving the goalposts at Florida, USF's turnaround under Alex Golesh, Florida State's chance at the College Football Playoff and Conference Championship Weekend preview.

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MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, Tristan Wirfs, Billy Napier, Byrum Brown and More

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:18:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about Todd Bowles future, Jason Licht, Tristan Wirfs, defensive backs, Billy Napier, Byrum Brown and more.

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Todd Bowles Comments On Buccaneers Mistakes & Your Mailbag Questions

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:43:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles' comments about what has gone wrong and how they can't play themselves and the opponent. Plus your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, Tristan Wirfs, Baker Mayfield and more.

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Bucs Lose To Colts 27-20, Florida State and USF Win & Andrei Vasilevskiy Returns

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the the Buccaneers 27-20 loss to the Colts which saw Rachaad White run for 100 yards, Mike Evans catch 2 touchdowns and still lose. The defense gave up nearly 400 yards and 3 fourth-down conversions. Plus Florida State beats Florida but can they still make the College Football Playoff, USF goes bowling and Andrei Vasilevskiy returns for the Lightning while they score 8 goals on 14 shots in Carolina.

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Buccaneers-Colts Preview and Mailbag Questions Answered

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Buccaneers-Colts game in a winnable game but the injuries could be an issue for Tampa Bay. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, Charissa Thompson and more.

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Buccaneers Injury Questions For This Weekend, Lightning Lose in OT and A Conversation with Brian Griese

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 06:30:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injuries mounting for the game in Indianapolis this weekend, the Lightning get a point vs Winnipeg but lose in overtime and Rick's conversation with former Buccaneers QB Brian Griese.

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Florida-FSU With Backup QBs, USF & UCF Need To Win For A Bowl Game & OSU-Michigan

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Jordan Travis' season-ending injury at Florida State and what it means for their path to the playoff, the Florida-Florida State game with 2 backup QBs, USF and UCF gets a bowl game with wins this weekend, and previewing the rest of College Football.

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Lightning Beat Bruins 5-4 in OT For 3rd Win In A Row

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:25:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-4 overtime win vs. the Bruins that saw the Lightning outshoot them 46-27 but still needed a Steven Stamkos goal with 4.8 seconds left to send it to OT. Plus how the Bucs big stars on defense aren't playing to the level they are being paid.

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Buccaneers Lose To 49ers As Injuries Are A Big Concern Moving Forward

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:51:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 27-14 loss to the 49ers that saw the defense continue to give up big plays but the offense had chances to win it late. A big worry is the injuries to Jamel Dean, Carlton Davis, Lavonte David and Tristan Wirfs.

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Bucs-49ers Preview & More Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:17:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-49ers game this weekend as a win would put Tampa Bay in 1st place in the NFC South. Plus we answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Ryan Jensen, Baker Mayfield, last seconds field goal attempts and more.

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Jimbo's Firing, Gators Defense, USF's Bowl Fight & FSU's Path To The Playoff

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:11:50 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Jimbo Fisher's firing at Texas A&M, Florida State's path to the playoff, USF fighting for a bowl game, the Gators giving up 700 yards to LSU and more.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Tom Brady, The Defense and More

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Dave Canales, Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, the defense and more. Plus Kevin Cash finishes 3rd in AL Manager of the Year voting and Bills fire their Offensive Coordinator.

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Is Baker Mayfield The Biggest Steal In The NFL This Season?

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield is the biggest steal in the NFL this on a $4 million dollar deal and they are .5 game out of first place. Plus what are the Bucs playoff chances, Andrei Vasilevskiy participates in Lightning practice and Yandy Diaz won the Silver Slugger Award last week.

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Buccaneers Beat Titans 20-6 as Defense and Mike Evans Have A Big Day

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-6 win over the Titans that saw the defense come alive with man-to-man coverage and blitzes while the offense saw Mike Evans have a big day. Plus a good weekend of college football and the Lightning struggled on Saturday night without Nikita Kucherov.

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Bucs-Titans Preview and More Buccaneers Mailbag Questions on Baker Mayfield, Devin White and More

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:46:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this Sunday's Bucs-Titans games as Tampa Bay looks to stop their 4-game losing streak. Can the offense pick up where they left off last week and can the defense stop making crucial mistakes plus your mailbag questions on Tom Brady vs Baker Mayfield, Devin White's position and more.

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Can The Gators Count To 11, Florida State-Miami This Weekend and USF Still Looking To Go Bowling

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the Florida Gators inability to count to 11, Florida State's game vs Miami this weekend and their standing in the College Football Playoff rankings, USF's winnable game vs Temple this weekend and more.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans & More

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans and more. Plus the Lightning end their 4-game road trip with a win.

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Bucs DB Carlton Davis' "Bad Day", Lightning Lose In OT To Toronto Again & Kevin Cash A Finalist For Manager Of The Year

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:16:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles saying Carlton Davis had a bad day on Sunday as the Bucs lost 39-37 to Houston. Plus the Lightning blow a 4-1 lead to lose in overtime to Toronto 6-5 and Kevin Cash up for Manager of the Year again.

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Buccaneers Defense Can't Hold Late Lead Again As They Lose To Houston 39-37

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:10:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers offense scoring 37 points but the defense couldn't hold the lead in the final minute again to lose 39-37 as rookie QB CJ Stroud set a rookie record with 470 yards passing.

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Is Bucs-Texans a 'Must-Win' Game For Tampa Bay & Tom Brady Played Here With A Separated Shoulder

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Texans game on Sunday that isn't a must-win game but kinda feels like it as a loss would drop them to 3-5 and be their 4th loss in a row. Plus Tom Brady reveals he played part of a season in Tampa Bay with a separated shoulder.

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Bobby Knight Passes, Florida's Loss to Georgia, FSU's Road Ahead and USF Fighting For a Bowl Game

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the death of Bobby Knight, Florida's fourth-and-dumb vs Georgia, Florida State's path ahead, USF fighting for a bowl game, what's going on with Jim Harbaugh and Dabo Swinney, and more.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, Offensive Line, Todd Bowles, Mike Evans & More

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, the Offensive Line, Dave Canales, Mike Evans, Tampa Bay's playoff chances and more.

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Rick & Tom on Halloween, Bucs Playoff Chances, Baker Mayfield, Quarterbacking In The NFL and More

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:28:39 GMT

We have a treat for you on Halloween as Rick and Tom are talking trick-or-treating, Bucs playoff hopes, quarterback in the NFL, the state of football and more.

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Is Baker Mayfield In Jeopardy Of Losing Buccaneers Starting QB Job & Georgia Rolls Over Gators

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rick's article asking if the Buccaneers should bench Baker Mayfield after 3 straight losses and the answer is 'no' for those who read it. Plus Fourth-and-Dumb for the Gators as Georgia dominates in the rivalry once again and the Lightning return to the ice tonight while Andrei Vasilevskiy was at practice on Sunday.

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Bucs Lose To Bills 24-18 and Lightning Shutout The Sharks 6-0

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:23:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers fall to the Bills 24-18 that saw the offense get started too late again, Rachaad White ran better and Mike Evans wasn't targeted enough. On the defensive side they did well in the red zone but still had too many busted coverages. Plus the Lightning shutout the Sharks 6-0 as Jonas Johansson gets his 2nd straight shutout.

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Buccaneers-Bills Preview As Tampa Bay Looking To End Their 2-Game Skid

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 04:01:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Bills Thursday night game as Tampa Bay is looking to avoid a 3rd straight loss and to keep their record above .500 as a tough schedule is ahead. They will be without Matt Feiler so Aaron Stinnie will start on the offensive line and the backfield will see Chase Edmonds return.

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Florida State's Win Over Duke, USF Could Make A Bowl Game & Previewing Florida-Georgia

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:43:57 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida State's win over Duke, USF getting to 4-4 and looking for a bowl game and previewing Florida-Georgia this weekend. Plus the Buccaneers continue prep for their Thursday night game in Buffalo as Antoine Winfield, Jr., spoke up in the locker room after the loss on Sunday.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, Running Game, Defensive Miscues & Time Management

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct on a short week including those about Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, the running game, the Offensive Line, defensive breakdowns late in game and time managment.

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Buccaneers Fall Out Of 1st Place In NFC South As Offense Struggles Again In Loss To Falcons

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:19:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 16-13 loss to the Falcons in a winnable game that once again saw the Bucs offense struggle to run the ball or put the ball in the end zone. The defense was great until the final drive, giving up less than 20 points again. Plus the Lightning blew a 3-1 lead late in the 3rd period to Toronto and the Rowdies were shutout in their first playoff game.

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Bucs-Falcons Preview As Baker Mayfield and the Offense Must Be Better

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 04:08:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers divisional matchup with the Falcons this weekend that could see the Bucs take a commanding lead in the NFC South with a win. To do that though, Baker Mayfield must play better than he did last week and the defense will have to stop the Falcons running attack.

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Gators Comeback Win, Florida State Facing Duke, USF's Struggles & The Future of Jimbo at Texas A&M

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's comeback win over South Carolina, Florida State's upcoming game with Duke, USF's defensive slide the last 2 weeks, Colorado's collapse and the future of Jimbo Fisher at Texas A&M.

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Is The Criticism Of Buccaneers OC Dave Canales Warranted & Lightning Salvage A Point In Buffalo

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 04:23:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer a mailbag question on why Dave Canales is being criticized, should the Buccaneers just rebuild and if Todd Bowles is a lame duck coach. Plus the Lightning salvage a point in Buffalo with a better performance than the rest of the road trip.

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How Much Blame Is On Dave Canales For Buccaneers Offensive Struggles

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:20:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles saying the offense had a 'clunker' on Sunday and he has full confidence in Dave Canales and his staff. Plus can Baker Mayfield stay healthy all season, do the Buccaneers have an RB1 and some thoughts on last weekend's college football games.

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Buccaneers' Offense Sputters In Loss To Lions & Lightning Lose To Detroit and Ottawa

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:08:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-6 loss to the Lions which saw the offense struggle on 3rd down and fail to run the ball effectively again. Is Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales to blame for the offensive troubles. Plus the Lightning lose both games of a back-to-back in Detroit and Ottawa, surrendering 80 shots over the 2 games.

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Buccaneers Have Chance To Make Statement vs. Lions & The Best Teams Out In MLB Playoffs

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:00:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers game vs. the Lions this weekend, a great test and a team that the Buccaneers would like to be more like, a great defense and a team that runs the ball well. Plus the baseball playoffs are seeing all the best teams eliminated and what is said in the locker room.

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Mario Cristobal's Decision To Not Kneel, Florida State's Path to Playoff & USF's Loss at UAB

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Mario Cristobal's decision to not take a knee that cost them a game, Florida State's path to the Playoff, USF's loss at UAB, Florida's rebound vs Vanderbilt and a look ahead at this week's slate of games.

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Lightning Get 2 Goals Each From Kucherov and Paul To Beat Predators 5-3

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win over the Predators as Nick Paul and Nikita Kucherov both score 2 goals, Brandon Hagel with a penalty shot and goalie Jonas Johansson stops 28 of 31 shots. Plus the Bucs are preparing for a Lions team that might be the 3rd best team in the NFC.

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Lightning Season Is Here, Rays Front Office Searching For Answers & Luke Goedeke Says He's Faced Better Than Hutchinson

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:39:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's season opener tonight at Amalie Arena and why many are writing this team off but there is a lot to like about the team. Plus the Rays front office has no answers as to why they can't score in the postseason and Luke Goedeke says he's faced better than Aiden Hutchinson.

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Baker Mayfield's Bye Week, Gators Bounced Back, South Florida Struggled & Lightning Put Zach Bogosian On Waivers

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 04:00:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield's bye week which included GM Jason Licht praising him and he traveled to Texas to be on ESPN as part of the Texas-OU game. Plus the Rangers are dominating the Orioles in the baseball playoffs, Florida rebounded vs Vanderbilt and South Florida's defense was dominated by UAB.

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Is Billy Napier Feeling The Pressure Of Being The Gators Coach & How Good Has Alex Golesh Been This Year at South Florida

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:41 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss if Billy Napier is feeling the pressure of being the coach of the Gators, the coaching job Alex Golesh is doing at South Florida, the 28-point blown lead by UCF and looking ahead to this weekend's games.

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Rays Swept Out Of The Playoffs Again, Losing Streak Now At 7 Games

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what went wrong for the Rays this postseason as they once again only score 1 run in 2 games and are swept in the Wild Card round. This time it wasn't just the hitting that failed, but the pitching and defense wasn't good enough. Plus your mailbag questions on Rays injuries, Tyler Glasnow and the Bucs' Antoine Winfield, Jr.

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Rays Offense Continues To Sputter In The Postseason And The Pitching and Defense Lets Them Down Too

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:48:42 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Rays losing the Wild Card Series Game 1 to the Rangers as they've now gone 27 postseason innings without scoring a run, the defense committed 4 errors, Jose Siri is bunting instead of swinging and Tyler Glasnow looked tight. Plus Bucs OC Dave Canales called a great game on Sunday.

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How The Rays Got To 99 Wins And What They Need To Do To Beat The Rangers In The Wild Card

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to preview the Rays Wild Card Series vs the Rangers which starts today. How did the Rays manage to win 99 games this year with all its adversity, how will they use their pitching in this series and can they hit enough to win in the postseason.

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Buccaneers Beat Saints 26-9 & Lead NFC South Heading Into Bye Week

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-9 win in New Orleans to give themselves a 1-game lead in the NFC South heading into their bye week. Baker Mayfield threw 3 TDs and was great running the ball and the defense was fantastic with Antoine Winfield, Jr., leading the way. Plus the Rays will face the Rangers this week in the Wild Card while Yandy Diaz won the batting title, USF gets it's first road win in 4 years, Florida gets run over by Kentucky and Andrei Vasilevskiy will miss 2 months for the Lightning.

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Bucs-Saints Preview Plus Mailbag Questions On Rachaad White, Rays Playoffs & Alex Golesh

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers matchup this weekend against the Saints as they get a chance to bounce back against a division foe. Plus your mailbag questions on Rachaad White, the running game, Bucs playoffs and primetime games, Rays playoff chances, Alex Golesh's performance at USF and Steven Stamkos' contract situation with the Lightning.

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Rays Odd Celebration & Matt Baker On FSU's Win At Clemson & USF's Improvement

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:00:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays oddly timed celebration after their win in Boston on Wednesday and then Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's State's win at Clemson, USF's improvements and UCF's upcoming 1st home game in the Big 12.

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Buccaneers Running Game Is Last In NFL & Rays Hold On To Beat Red Sox

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles where the running game was non-existent and now ranks last in the NFL. Plus there is now a criminal investigation around Mike Williams' death, the Rays get a big early lead and had to hold one against the Red Sox and there was an Andrei Vasilevskiy sighting at Lightning practice.

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Bucs Lose To Eagles 25-11 On Monday Night Football

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:57:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles on Monday Night Football. Tampa Bay forced 2 turnovers but they committed their first turnovers of the year, the running game never got going and they lost the special teams battle. On a brighter side, Ronde Barber was honored and received his Hall of Fame ring at halftime.

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Bucs-Eagles Monday Night Football Preview & Rays' Arozarena and Diaz Get Hurt Over The Weekend

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look ahead to tonight's Monday Night Football game as the Buccaneers are looking to remain one of 3 undefeated teams in the NFL through 3 weeks as they host the NFC Champion Eagles. Plus it looks like the Bucs will face Jameis Winston next week in New Orleans as Derek Carr is hurt, a crazy weekend of college football and the Rays drop 2-of-3 to the Blue Jays and it looks like they won't win the AL East but will host a Wild Card series.

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MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Shaq Barrett, Jonathan Aranda, Wander Franco and Steven Stamkos

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield and the start of the Buccaneers season, Baker's future contracts, Shaq Barrett, Wander Franco, Jonathan Aranda, and Steven Stamkos.

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Steven Stamkos 'Disappointed' With Lack Of Contract Talks, Rays Lose & Previewing FSU-Clemson

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' comments that he's 'disappointed' that he hasn't had contract talks with the Lightning for next season, the Rays lose to the Angels, the Bucs honor Ronde Barber with a movie and Matt Baker joins to discuss last week's Gators and USF games and look ahead to FSU-Clemson.

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Rays Announce A New Stadium Deal & Lightning Report To Training Camp Today

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays and St Pete's announcement on a deal for a new stadium on the Tropicana Field site. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to preview the Lightning's Training Camp which starts today with player reporting.

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Rays Set To Announce A New Stadium Deal In St. Pete Ending A 16 Year Search

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the report from Marc Topkin that the Rays will announce a stadium deal to keep the team in St. Pete and develop the Tropicana Field site into a new $1.2 billion fixed-roof stadium.

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Buccaneers Are Now 2-0 With Win Over Bears, Rays Splits Baltimore Series & Florida and USF Looked Good

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 27-17 win over the Bears to start the season 2-0 as the defense continues to create turnovers, the running game was improved and Baker Mayfield found Mike Evans often. Plus the Rays clinched a playoff spot despite splitting their 4-game series in Baltimore and remain 2-games back in the AL East with 11 to play and Florida and South Florida looked good on Saturday while Florida State struggled.

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Rays Win Put Them 1 Game Back In AL East & Buccaneers Prepare For Bears With Some Injury Concerns

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the Orioles to move within 1 game in the AL East as Luke Raley and Randy Arozarena provide the offense and the bullpen continues to excel. Plus the Buccaneers have some injury concerns heading into their game with Bears this Sunday as they look to start 2-0.

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Is Florida-Tennessee Billy Napier's Biggest Game Of His Career & Can USF Hang With Alabama

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the most important game in Billy Napier's career as Florida hosts Tennessee, can USF hang with Alabama and does Florida State need to blow out Boston College. Plus the Rays win on a 9th inning homer from Randy Arozarena and are now just 2 game back going into their 4-game series in Baltimore.

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Rick and Tom On Buccaneers Opening Week Win & Aaron Rodgers Injury

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 04:00:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Buccaneers Opening Week win over the Vikings and what Aaron Rodgers injury means for the NFL.

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BONUS: Trent Cooper on NFL360 Feature On Tight Ends Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst And Their Struggles With Mental Health

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:35:03 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Trent Cooper from the NFL to discuss tonight's piece on NFL360 about Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst and their struggles with mental health. The feature airs tonight at 8pm ET and will be available on NFL+ later this week.

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Bucs Happy With Offensive Line, Rays Win Behind Yandy's 4 Hits & Aaron Rodgers Might Be Done For The Season

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Aaron Rodgers leaving his Jets debut just 4 snaps in as the worst is feared but New York comes back to beat the Bills. Plus the Buccaneers are happy with their Offensive Line play and the Rays win in Minnesota as Yandy Diaz gets 4-hits for the 3rd time this season.

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Buccaneers Win In Minnesota Behind 3 Defensive Takeaways, a Gutsy Offense Performance & a 57-Yard Field Goal

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 04:00:53 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Minneapolis where the Buccaneers beat the Vikings 20-17 thanks to 3 turnovers by the defense, a gutsy performance by the offense and a 57-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin as the Bucs are 1-0 heading home to face the Bears next week.

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Bucs-Vikings Preview, Mike Evans' Contract & Baker Mayfield On How He Got To Tampa And The Expectations This Year

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 05:09:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers Week 1 matchup with the Vikings, discuss Mike Evans' comments about his contract status and Rick sits down 1-on-1 with Baker Mayfield to discuss how he got to Tampa Bay and the chip he has on his shoulder about this season.

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Former Bucs WR Mike Williams In ICU & Matt Baker On A Wild College Football Week 1

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud on the latest on former Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams who is in ICU in Tampa plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss a wild Week 1 with Florida State blowing out LSU, the Gators struggle and USF show promise.

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Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles On Last Year's Challenges, Changes For This Season & Baker Mayfield's Fit

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles' comments about being 'handcuffed a little bit' last year and the changes he got to make for this year's team. You'll hear his conversation with Rick about this season, the challenges of last year and why Baker Mayfield is a perfect fit for this team.

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Mike Evans Deadline For An Extension, Florida State Dominated LSU, USF Played Well & Rays Scuffle in Cleveland

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 04:20:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans setting a deadline to get a deal done with the Buccaneers for an extension, a wild weekend of College Football including Florida State's big win over LSU, USF played well against Western Kentucky and Colorado wins in Coach Prime's debut, plus the Rays scuffle in Cleveland and in Game 1 vs Boston.

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Will This Be Mike Evans Last Season As A Buccaneer, Gators Lose To Utah and Randy Arozarena's 20/20 Season Streak

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 04:00:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Mike Evans will be playing his last season with the Buccaneers as his contract is up, the Gators lose in Utah to start the season but if you have Spectrum you couldn't watch it, Randy Arozarena becomes the first Rays player to go 20-20 for 3 straight seasons and Tom Brady makes a hilarious cameo in a Lays commercial.

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College Football Preview: Gators at Utah, USF at W. Kentucky & Florida State vs LSU

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Week 1 including the Gators at Utah tonight, USF at Western Kentucky and Florida State vs LSU in Orlando on Sunday night.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Outlook, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, Wide Receivers & Rays vs Yankees

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers season outlook, their defense, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, the wide receivers, why the Rays aren't retaliating against the Yankees and what to make of the Rays success over the last decade or more.

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Hurricane Idalia is Coming, Buccaneers Begin Making Cuts & Where Is Logan Hall

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the impending Hurricane Idalia that might impact the Tampa Bay area and we remember the logistics around moving games for Ian and Irma. Plus the Buccaneers begin making their cuts to get down to a 53-man roster including QB John Wolford and others.

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Ryan Jensen Won't Play This Season, Bucs Offense Looks Good Under Dave Canales & Yankees Keep Hitting Rays Batters

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers center Ryan Jensen being placed on IR which ends his season, how the Buccaneers offense might fare this year after seeing Baker Mayfield and the starters vs. the Ravens, plus the Yankees keep hitting Rays batters including Randy Arozarena again on Sunday.

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Bucs Starters Will Play In Final Preseason Game, Rays Win Again Plus College Football Week 0 & New Gators Documentary

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss College Football's Week 0 which is upon up and the new Netflix documentary on Urban Meyer's Florida Gators teams. Plus the Rays sweep the Rockies with another comeback win and the Bucs prepare for their final preseason game vs the Ravens in which the starters will play.

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Rays Get Another Comeback Win Over Rockies Despite Replay Missing An Obvious Call

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 04:00:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2nd straight comeback win vs. the Rockies that saw Tampa Bay forced to extra innings because replay officials blew a call. Plus Baker Mayfield is taking charge of the Buccaneers offense now that he's QB1 as they head into the final preseason game this Saturday.

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Baker Mayfield Named Starting QB, Wander Franco Now On Administrative Leave & Lightning Re-Sign Brandon Hagel

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers finally naming Baker Mayfield their starting quarterback, his lawsuit he filed to find out where $12 million went, Wander Franco moved to MLB's administrative list while the investigation continues, Rays use 9-run 8th inning to beat the Rockies and Lightning sign Brandon Hagel to a new 8-year deal.

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Bucs Settle One Position Battle, Others Loom, Plus Mailbag Questions and... Was That the Worst Rays Week Ever?

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:05:09 GMT

Rick, with Darek Sharp again filling in for Steve, start off with a little South Florida football (Darek runs the radio side of things on Bulls Unlimited) before getting into the decision on Bucs kicker, other positions that need to be settled, and your Mailbag questions (all Bucs related). Wrap up with some Rays nostalgia in light of a rough week for the squad.

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Trask plays bulk, Mayfield sits, very little postgame clarity, plus who stood out in preseason win at the Jets

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 04:06:05 GMT

Much like Kyle Trask handling snaps, most of the show Monday is about the QB situation and the somewhat strange "clarification" provided by Todd Bowles on it. Rick adds in some of the players he thought stood out at the Jets, with the Bucs winning 13-6. Darek Sharp fills in for Steve Versnick.

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Buccaneers-Jets Preview As Kyle Trask Gets The Start At QB

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 04:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with a preview of what to look for in the Buccaneers 2nd preseason game vs. the Jets and why Rick believes Baker Mayfield will be named the starting quarterback early next week. Plus more bad reports coming out of the Dominican Republic on Wander Franco.

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Bucs Lose Russell Gage, Joint Practices With Jets Got Physical & Rays Get Pinch-Hit Inside-The-Park HR from Raley

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Russell Gage to a knee injury for the season as the joint practices with the Jets got very chippy in New Jersey. Plus the Rays win and catch up a game on the Orioles as Luke Raley hits the weirdest pinch-hit inside-the-park home run you will ever see.

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Shane McClanahan To Have Tommy John Surgery & Matt Baker On The Top 25 & Florida State Staying In The ACC Next Year

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's upcoming Tommy John surgery which will keep him out until 2025, the latest on Wander Franco which is being investigated in the Dominican Republic and then Matt Baker joins to discuss his AP Top 25 ballot, Florida State won't be leaving the ACC next year and what to expect from Florida, FSU and USF this year.

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Latest On Wander Franco Investigation & Bucs-Jets To Only Have 1 Joint Practice This Week

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:00:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest with Major League Baseball's investigation into allegations that Wander Franco had an inappropriate relationship with a minor as he is placed on the restricted list & not with the team this week. Plus the Buccaneers and Jets are now only going to have 1 joint practice this week instead of the 2 that were planned.

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Rays Wander Franco Under Investigation & The Good And Bad From Buccaneers 1st Preseason Game

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Wander Franco under investigation for an inappropriate relationship with a minor and what it could mean for him and the team. Plus the Rays won 2-of-3 from the Guardians and reaction to the Buccaneers 1st preseason game including Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, the Offensive Line and more.

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Buccaneers-Steelers Preseason Preview & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers preseason opener tonight vs. the Steelers which will see Baker Mayfield get the start at quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers and College Football.

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With Shane McClanahan 'Unlikely' to Pitch Again This Season, Are The Rays Suffering More Arm Injuries Than Other Teams

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:36:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays recent string of arm injuries to pitchers as Shane McClanahan is now 'unlikely' to pitch again this season as he's seeking more opinions before making a decision. What is the reason that we've seen more arm injuries in baseball and is there something the Rays do that may be causing more of them.

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College Football's Realignment Gets Crazier By The Day

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 04:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker for the latest in conference realignment including some good things to come out of it.

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Devin White Comments On Earlier Trade Request & Why Charting INTs in Training Camp Doesn't Tell The Whole Story

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's first public comments since he asked for a trade in the spring saying that is behind him now. Plus why tracking interceptions in Training Camp doesn't tell the whole story and Baker Mayfield will get the start on Friday night in the Bucs first preseason game.

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Ronde Barber's Induction Into Pro Football Hall of Fame & Rays Win All 3 Series On Road Trip

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ronde Barber's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame over the weekend and the grudges he still holds. Plus the Rays go 6-3 on their road trip but injuries to pitchers continue to mount as Tyler Glasnow is scratched and Shane McClanahan is in Los Angeles for further evaluations on his forearm.

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Ronde Barber On The Toughest Guys He's Played Against & His Iconic Interception In Philadelphia

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Ronde Barber who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend as he discusses the toughest competition he's faced and the iconic inception against Philadelphia in the NFC Championship Game

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Ronde Barber on His Confidence, Why He's Going Into The Hall of Fame & When It Became Real For Him

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud sat down with the newest member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Ronde Barber for a conversation about how he worked his way to the Hall of Fame and why he's so confident in his abilities.

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Kyle Trask Outplaying Baker Mayfield In Camp, Rays Win In New York & Mailbag Questions

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 04:25:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-2 win over the Yankees as Randy Arozarena goes yard, Kyle Trask is outplaying Baker Mayfield so far in Buccaneers Training Camp and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Dave Canales, Kyle Trask, Shaquil Barrett and Rays starting pitching.

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What To Watch For In College Football, Shaquil Barrett Speaks & Rays Trade For A Starting Pitcher

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 05:12:27 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview the Florida school's seasons including the Gators recruiting, how Alex Golesh is doing at USF and if Florida State can compete for a National Title this year. Plus the Buccaneers Shaq Barrett talks for the first time since losing his daughter and the Rays trade for a starting pitcher.

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Evans & Godwin Shine In Bucs Camp, Kancey Leaves On Golf Cart & Rays Win Series in Houston

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the stars of Sunday's practice at Bucs Training Camp being Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, injury concern for Calijah Kancey, Ryan Jensen details what he went through with his knee and the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Astros as the bats break out for 8 runs on Sunday.

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Bucs Head Coach Asks Baker Mayfield If He's The Starting QB & Your Mailbag Questions on Bucs and Rays

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles asking Baker Mayfield if he's the starting quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on Ryan Jensen, Tristan Wirfs, Training Camp busts, creamsickle jerseys, Rays trade deadline, lack of offense and the World Baseball Classic.

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Devin White Practices As Buccaneers Training Camp Opens & Rays Lose to Marlins

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 05:21:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Devin White practicing as Buccaneers Training Camp opened up. Plus Calijah Kancey looks good on day 1, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka needs to step up and both Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask did well. Also the Rays lose 7-1 to the Marlins as Zach Eflin leaves in the 4th inning but he's not expected to go on the IL.

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Bucs Devin White Is At Training Camp But Will He Practice?

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Training starting as Devin White has shown up but neither GM Jason Licht or Head Coach Todd Bowles would say if he'll practice on Wednesday. Plus it sounds like the QB battle will go through a couple of preseason games before they decide on a starter and the Rays beat the Marlins as the Orioles were walked off in Philadelphia.

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Buccaneers Training Camp Opens Today & The Value Of NFL Running Backs

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 04:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the upcoming Buccaneers Quarterback battle as Training Camp opens today at One Buc Place. Plus what is the value of an NFL Running Back as several around the NFL are unhappy with the Franchise Tag value.

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Rays Lose Series to Orioles and Fall 2 Games Back In AL East

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 04:00:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays dropping 3-of-4 to the Orioles to fall 2 games back in the AL East as they offense struggles again and the bullpen can't keep the game tied late. Plus Lionel Messi's free kick in his MLB debut, US Women's team wins first game at the World Cup and Buccaneers Training Camp opens this week.

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Rays Now In 2nd Place And Your Mailbag Questions About Ohtani, Mike Evans and more

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Orioles taking over the AL East Division lead with a 4-3 win on Thursday and your mailbag questions about if the Rays should target Shohei Ohtani at the trade deadline, Buccaneers outlook for Mike Evans, Rachaad White and the defensive line plus could Tampa get an NBA team one day.

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Rays Now Tied For AL East Lead & Should They Trade For Shohei Ohtani?

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:00:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays falling into a tie for the AL East after losing their 4th straight. Plus should the Rays put all their prospects chips in on Shohei Ohtani for a shot at the World Series this year.

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Rays Offensive Struggles & Antoine Winfield, Jr's Comments on Tom Brady

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 04:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation to discuss the Rays offensive struggles as their lead in the AL East is down to 1 game. Plus Randy Arozarena put on a show in the Home Run Derby, the Rays to unveil statues of Iwamura and Longoria in September and Antoine Winfield, Jr's comments about Tom Brady.

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Bob Harig On Who Will Win The Open Championship & More On PGA Tour and LIV Golf Merger

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Sports Illustrated's Bob Harig to discuss what Tiger Woods thinks of the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and who is the favorite to win the Open Championship.

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Bob Harig On The Proposed Merger Between the PGA and LIV and How We Got Here

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Sports Illustrated' s Bob Harig to discuss the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and just how we got here.

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Lightning New Additions For This Season & Prospects That Stood Out at Development Camp

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 04:00:41 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the new signings and how they might fit in to the Bolts and some young prospects that stood out at Development Camp.

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The Impact Losing Alex Killorn, Pat Maroon and Ross Colton Will Have On The Lightning

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 04:00:54 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the impacts of the Bolts losing Alex Killorn, Pat Maroon and Ross Colton this offseason.

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Sara Walsh on US Women's Team in The World Cup & Buccaneers QB Battle

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 04:00:25 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Sara Walsh from the NFL Network and TNT Soccer to talk about the US Team in the upcoming Women's World Cup and the quarterback competition for the Buccaneers between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask.

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Sara Walsh On Her Rants About Husbands Lies About Playing Golf and More

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Sara Walsh from NFL Network and TNT Soccer to discuss her on-air rants about husbands lying about how long a round of golf takes to play and more.

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Neil Solondz on The Rays 1st Half, Their All-Stars & Looking Ahead To The Rest of the Season

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Rays Play By Play guy Neil Solondz to look back at the first half of the Rays season, the Rays' All-Star nods and what to look for in the 2nd half.

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Rowdies Head Coach Departing & Your Rays and Lightning Mailbag Questions

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rowdies Coach Neill Collins leaving for Barnsley FC of English Football League One after 7 years in Tampa Bay as a player and coach. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays needs heading towards the trade deadline, the Rays MVP, the Lightning's offseason moves and more.

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Rays Lose 4th Straight, How Concerned Should You Be?

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-4 loss to the Phillies which is the first time all season they've lost 4 in a row and just the 2nd time they've lost a home series. Plus your Rays mailbag questions on the Blake Snell trade and where he would fit in this starting rotation.

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Wander Franco Is An All-Star, Rays Lose 3rd Straight & Fireworks

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 04:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the amount of fireworks going off around Florida, Wander Franco added to the All-Star Game, Zach Elfin pitches well but Rays lose 3rd straight game and do football players have a rooting interest in who wins a position battle.

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Rays Finish Road Trip 3-3, Wander Doesn't Make All-Star Team & Lightning Say Goodbye to Alex Killorn and Pat Maroon

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing 2-of-3 to the Mariners, Wander Franco not making the All-Star Team and Randy Arozarena in the Home Run Derby. Plus the Lightning say goodbye to Alex Killorn and Pat Maroon while signing 7 players as free agency began.

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MAILBAG: Rays Needs, Evan Longoria, Blake Snell, Lightning Backup Goalie, Bucs Improvements & More

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on the Rays trade deadline needs, Brandon Lowe, Yonny Chirinos, Evan Longoria, Lightning's backup goalie, free agent needs, Bucs improvement and more.

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Lightning Trade Ross Colton & Rays Struggling To Remain Best Team In Baseball

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:27:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's trade of Ross Colton to the Colorado Avalanche and what it means for re-signing Alex Killorn and Tanner Jeannot, plus Evan Longoria wants to be honored by the Rays and the Tampa Bay Times story on how UCF got into the Big 12 while USF remains in the American Athletic Conference.

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Tom Moore Being Honored At Pro Football Hall Of Fame & Evan Longoria Had Talks To Come Back To Rays

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Wander Franco's suspension means going forward, Evan Longoria had talks to return to the Rays this season, Tom Moore to receive the Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame and taking family vacations.

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Fond Memories of Longoria, Jets Brace For Hard Knocks, New Bucs Stadium Possible?

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Darek recall all that Evan Longoria - who will be facing his old team when the Rays visit Arizona - did with Tampa Bay. They also take a couple of your Mailbag questions, one very interesting one on the possibility of an upgrade to Ray-Jay. Steven Stamkos picks up some NHL hardware, LSU tops Florida to win the NCAA Baseball tourney, and Aaron Rodgers coming to Hard Knocks!?

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Eventful Rays Weekend With Franco Disciplined, Glasnow Bounceback, And Gators Playing for National Title Monday

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by old friend Darek Sharp, so of course they hit on the whole USF/Matt Baker response, before getting into an eventful Rays series split with Kansas City that involved Shane McClanahan leaving with back tightness, Tyler Glasnow shaking off a bad outing, and Wander Franco being disciplined. Also, the Gators blow up LSU 24-4 to force a deciding game in the World Series.

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Rays Horrible Start To Royals Series & Rick and Tom on Buccaneers Quarterback Battle & Season Expectations

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are back to discuss the Buccaneers quarterback battle between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask, expectations for this season and a great story about Lou Piniella. But first in the podcast, Rick breaks down the Rays disastrous Game 1 vs the Royals as Shane McClanahan leaves early, Wander Franco is benched for 2 games, Yandy Diaz gets hurt and base running costs them in a 6-5 loss that saw their 2 best relievers blow the lead and take the loss.

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Rick and Tom on Rays Regular Seasons, USF's On-Campus Stadium & Vacations

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 04:00:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on vacations, does the Rays regular season matter anymore or is it what happens in the playoffs, and what to make of USF's plans for an on-campus football stadium.

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MAILBAG: Rays Trade Deadline Priorities, Bucs Offensive Outlook, Devin White, Mike Evans and More

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Rays priorities at the trade deadline, Brandon Lowe's back, Taylor Walls production, Randy Arozarena's posing, Buccaneers offensive outlook this season, Devin White and Mike Evans' contracts, positions of need entering Training Camp, Tight End room, Hard Knocks, College Football in Florida and the Lightning's priorities in free agency.

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Can USF Afford A Football Stadium, How They Lost The War On I-4 & Billy Napier's Recruiting At Florida

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss how USF is planning on paying for a new on-campus stadium and if they can afford it, plus how USF lost the War on I-4 in conference realignment and Billy Napier's recruiting wins at Florida.

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Mike Evans Contract & Rays Lose Series In San Diego

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 04:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans' contract situation with the Buccaneers as he enters his last year, plus the Rays end a rough road trip with 2 losses in San Diego as Blake Snell shut them down on Saturday and Wyndham Clark wins the US Open in Los Angeles.

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Buccaneers Wrap Up Mini-Camp and Ray Get Series Split In Oakland

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 04:00:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers wrapping up mini-camp and observations on what to expect this season with a new quarterback, offensive coordinator and a lot of young players. Plus the Rays salvage a series split in Oakland with a 4-3 win in the finale as Taj Bradley was great until he wasn't.

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Lavonte David Says Devin White Wants To Play In Tampa Bay & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David's comments about Devin White's offseason and the face he wants to be here. Plus Carson Wentz is working out with Jon Gruden in Tampa Bay and your mailbag questions on the Rays postseason hopes, the Homerun Derby, Bucs stadium and Josh Freeman.

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Is Devin White A 'Hold-In' At Buccaneers Mandatory Mini-Camp?

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White attending Buccaneers mandatory mini-camp but not practicing after requesting a trade earlier in the offseason. Plus the offense worked on the red zone and we answer some of your Buccaneers mailbag questions on gambling and more.

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Bucs Bringing Back Creamsicle Throwbacks, What To Watch For At Mini-Camp & Rays Are Behind In All-Star Voting

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 04:00:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers bringing back the original creamsicle uniforms for a game in October vs. the Lions, what to watch for at Bucs mandatory Mini-camp this week and no Rays are in the starting lineup for the All-Star Game as the first set of voting results are released.

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Devin White Appears At Bucs Photoshoot & Rays Take Series Against Rangers

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's appearance at the Buccaneers voluntary marketing photoshoot ahead of this week's mandatory mini-camp. Plus the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Rangers in a battle of MLB's best 2 teams as they improve to 31-7 at home this season.

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Rays Win 6th Straight As They Sweep The Twins and Who Is The Rays MVP This Season

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 04:00:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Minnesota Twins as they continue to pressure the opponent with their running game and who is the Rays MVP so far this season. Plus a cool video from Fanatics as they put NFL rookies together with their idols over video and Lionel Messi is coming to America.

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Rays Turn Incredible Double Play Leading To A Randy Arozarena Walk-Off Home Run

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays walk-off win over the Twins as Randy Arozarena hit is 12th home-run to win it and Isaac Paredes and Taylor Walls turned an double play to keep the game tied in the 9th. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays and Lightning and the Buccaneers trainer's son pitching for a chance at the College World Series.

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Tristan Wirfs Discusses Moving To Left Tackle, Rays Shutout The Twins & PGA Tour Sells To LIV Golf

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 04:00:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs Offensive Tackle Tristan Wirfs' comments about moving to left tackle this season, the Rays shutout the Twins 7-0 with bombs from Luke Raley and Jose Siri, your mailbag questions and the PGA Tour sells out to LIV Golf.

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Rays Take Series From Red Sox & Former Blake High Alum Being Investigated By NFL For Gambling

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 04:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 3-of-4 from the Red Sox in Boston without hitting a homerun as Shane McClanahan gets his 9th win of the season. Plus a Blake High alum is being investigated for betting on NFL games he played in and going back in time in Tampa Bay sports history.

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Rays Aggressiveness Leading To Wins As They Take 2 Of First 3 In Boston but Injuries Are Mounting

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of the first 3 games in Boston as the bullpen blew the only loss and injuries are now starting to mount. Plus the Rays aggressive running is putting pressure on their opponents and some bullpen help is on the way. Also the Bucs OTAs continue this week as Antoine Winfield, Jr., is set to move back to free safety this year and Tom Brady says he doesn't intend to play this season.

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Billy Napier On His First Season At Florida, Future SEC Schedules & Raheem Morris Helps Save A Child's Life

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker who is making his way back from SEC Meetings in Destin, FL, to discuss future SEC scheduling, Billy Napier on his first year at Florida, potential stadium upgrades to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and more. Plus former Buccaneers Head Coach Raheem Morris helps save a kids life in Las Vegas.

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Could Tom Brady Play For The Raiders This Season & Rays Salvage The 3rd Game vs. Cubs

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:00:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's chances of playing for the Raiders this season after it was confirmed by the NFL that only 24 out of 32 owners would have to approve if his is a minority owner in the club. Plus the Rays salvage the 3rd game against the Cubs with homeruns from Brandon Lowe and Jose Siri as the bullpen struggled but held on.

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Rays Bats Go Silent Again In Chicago & Bucs Coaches Might Be Tipping Who The Starting QB Will Be

Wed, 31 May 2023 04:19:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays bats going silent against as they lose to the Cubs 2-1 and another defensive miscue costs leads to the winning run. Plus Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles and OC Dave Canales may be tipping their hand on the starting quarterback for this season.

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Rays Take 2 of 3 From Dodgers Then Lose Pitching Duel To Cubs

Tue, 30 May 2023 04:00:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of 3 from the Dodgers over the weekend that saw the Rays eclipse 100 homeruns on the season, Tyler Glasnow's return and Pete Fairbanks going on the IL and then the Rays lose 1-0 in Chicago despite giving up only 3 hits. Plus the Bucs expect Devin White to be in attendance at the mandatory mini-camp next month, the Heat eliminate the Celtics to advance to the NBA Finals and the Golden Knights will face the Panthers for the Stanley Cup.

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Rays Take 3 of 4 From Blue Jays, Bucs Preseason Schedule Set and Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 26 May 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays winning 3 of 4 from the Blue Jays as Zach Elfin raised his record to 7-1, the finalize their preseason schedule including join workouts with the Jets and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Devin White, Luke Goedeke, Tom Brady, Byron Leftwich, Gene Deckerhoff and more.

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Shane McClanahan Goes 8-0 As Rays Beat Blue Jays Despite The Bullpen Struggling Again

Thu, 25 May 2023 04:07:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-3 win over the Blue Jays that saw Shane McClanahan get his 8th win and the bullpen struggled again.

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Rays Blown Out 20-1 By Blue Jays & Bucs OTAs Begin

Wed, 24 May 2023 04:29:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting blown out by the Blue Jays 20-1 in the worst defeat in franchise history and the Bucs host Day 1 of OTA practices as Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask looked good running a new offense with more rollouts and waggles.

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ESPN Doesn't Think The Bucs Are Good, Greg Schiano Wasn't Ready For NFL, Tom Brady To Become An Owner and Kevin Kiermaier Returned To The Trop

Tue, 23 May 2023 04:39:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being 30th in ESPN's Power Football Index heading into this season, NFL can now flex games to Thursday night later this season, Greg Schiano says he wasn't ready for the NFL when the Buccaneers hired him, Tom Brady to become minority owner of the Raiders plus the Rays beat the Blue Jays as Kevin Kiermaier returned and showed off his arm, Randy Arozarena homered and the bullpen struggled again.

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Rays Take 2 of 3 From Brewers But Bullpen Continues To Be An Issue

Mon, 22 May 2023 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays bullpen woes, Josh Lowe's 30/30 pace this year, Tyler Glasnow's return later this week and the reports that some groups are looking to buy the Rays. Plus the Bucs are counting on a lot of players who played 6 years of college football, the PGA Championship and the NBA and NHL Conference Finals.

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Rays Bullpen Struggles, Devin White's Cryptic Social Media Messages & Should James Wilder Be In Bucs Ring Of Honor

Fri, 19 May 2023 04:00:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays struggle in the bullpen as they complete their road trip at 4-6 having blown some leads. Plus Devin White's cryptic social media messages about Lavonte David and should James Wilder be in the Buccaneers Ring of Honor.

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USF's Football Stadium Price Tag, The Future Of The ACC Conference And How Close Was Baker Mayfield To Playing At FAU

Thu, 18 May 2023 04:10:04 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the $340 million price tag on the proposed USF football stadium, what is the future of the ACC as schools like Miami and Florida State might be looking to leave, how close was Baker Mayfield to playing at FAU in college and how will Anthony Richardson do in Indianapolis.

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Rays Have Scored 8 Or More Runs In 21 of 43 Games & Are The Yankees Cheating?

Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays continuous offensive outburst as they've scored 8 or more runs in 21 of their first 43 games and have 10 players with at least 5 homeruns. Plus are the Yankees cheating as Aaron Judge is looking in the dugout during at bats and Diego Germain was ejected for sticky stuff on Tuesday night.

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MAILBAG: Rays Swagger, Stadium Plans, Yonny Chirinos, Bucs Draft Grade and More

Tue, 16 May 2023 04:02:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Rays swagger, likability, stadium situation, Yonny Chirinos, Bucs draft grade, their next head coach and Tom Brady spiking the ball instead of extending plays.

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Rays Salvage Series Split In New York After Giving Up Big Leads in Multiple Games

Mon, 15 May 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series split in New York that saw starters Shane McClanahan and Zach Eflin give up big leads and the bullpen struggle. Plus Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles receives his college degree and YaYa Diaby is looking to make a big impact this season.

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Buccaneers Schedule Breakdown & Drew Rasmussen and Josh Lowe Lead The Rays Over The Yankees

Fri, 12 May 2023 04:57:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers 2023 schedule and come out with a surprising win total, plus the Rays beat up on the Yankees in the Bronx to open up the series behind Drew Rasmussen who was dealing.

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Rays Lose Series To Baltimore, Tyler Glasnow Leaves Rehab Start Early & Bucs OC on QB Competition

Thu, 11 May 2023 04:13:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2-1 loss in Baltimore as they go 1-20 with runners in scoring position for the series, Tyler Glasnow leaves rehab start early with mild tightness in his side, Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales discusses the quarterback competition and could Ezekiel Elliott play for Tampa Bay.

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Rays Strand 9 & Hit Into 4 Double Plays In Loss To Baltimore & Bucs Sign A 3rd Quarterback

Wed, 10 May 2023 04:29:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-2 loss to the Orioles that saw them strand 9 runners and hit into 4 double plays, 3 of them by Yandy Diaz. Plus the Buccaneers sign a 3rd quarterback, former Rams QB John Wolford.

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Rays Now 29-7 After Shutting Out Orioles, Radio Hosts Accuse Rays of Cheating & Devin White Appears To Be Coming Back to Bucs

Tue, 09 May 2023 04:28:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-0 shutout of the Orioles as Shane McClanahan improves to 7-0 as the team is now 29-7. Plus hosts on WFAN in New York accuse the Rays of cheating despite having NO evidence, just a feeling, Devin White appears to say he is coming back to the Bucs after asking for a trade and the NFL schedule will come out on Thursday.

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Rays Overcome 6-Run Deficit To Gerrit Cole And The Yankees To Take The Series

Mon, 08 May 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of 3 from the Yankees over the weekend including overcoming a 6-run deficit to Gerrit Cole for an extra innings win and Randy Arozarena hitting a home-run as 'Randyland' debuted in left field.

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Rays Sweep Pirates as Zach Eflin Was Dealing

Fri, 05 May 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Pirates as Zach Eflin was dealing, Wander Franco's flip to himself to get an out, Randy Arozarena's start and a Bucs mailbag question on Todd Bowles' future.

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Devin White's 'Champagne Problems' & Is The Pitch Clock Causing More Injuries

Thu, 04 May 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Devin White's 'champagne problems' according to co-Defensive Coordinator Larry Foote and a mailbag question about the pitch clock causing more pitching injuries this year.

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What Happened To Lightning In Maple Leafs Series, What Were The Injuries & Where Do They Go From Here

Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Reporter Eduardo Encina to discuss what happened in the Maple Leafs series, what injuries they sustained, how Andrei Vasilevskiy's body wasn't feeling right and what moves they may make this offseason including with free agents Alex Killorn and Ian Cole.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Strategy, Plan at Offensive Tackle, Lightning's Offseason Plan and More

Tue, 02 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers Draft strategy, could they alter their defense this year, what will they do at offensive tackle and the plan for next year's draft. Plus they answer some questions on the Lightning's future to make runs for the Stanley Cup.

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Shaq Barrett's Child Drowns, Buccaneers Draft Rundown, Lightning End Season with Another OT loss and Rays Blow 3-Run 9th Inning Lead

Mon, 01 May 2023 04:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the tragic news that Shaq Barrett's 2-year-old child drowned in their family pool on Sunday. Plus a rundown of the Buccaneers draft over the weekend, the Lightning lose another overtime game on home ice to the Maple Leafs to end the season and the Rays blow a 3-run lead in the 9th in Chicago.

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Lightning Avoid Elimination in Toronto, Buccaneers Draft A Defensive Tackle & Rays Bats Wake Up In Chicago

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 05:29:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning avoid elimination by winning Game 5 in Toronto as the series shifts back to Tampa, the Buccaneers draft Defensive Tackle Calijah Kancey from Pitt and the Rays re-discover their bats in Chicago as they pummel the White Sox 14-5.

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Buccaneers Needs In NFL Draft, Rays Shutout Again By Astros & Lightning Facing Elimination

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers needs for tonight's 1st round of the NFL Draft, the Rays are shutout again by the Astros and the Lightning face an elimination game tonight in Toronto.

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BONUS: NFL Network Feature On Chase and Sydney Brown Airs Tonight

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:11:31 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by NFL Network's Trent Cooper to discuss his new film which airs on NFL 360 tonight featuring Chase and Sydney Brown.

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Lightning On The Brink Of Elimination

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 04:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the Bolts 3-1 series deficit to the Maple Leafs heading into a must win game on Thursday night in Toronto.

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Lightning Lose In Overtime Again To Maple Leafs & Rays Set Record For Home Wins To Start Season

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 06:08:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-4 OT loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 4 that has them on the brink of elimination as they blew a 4-1 lead in the 3rd period. Plus the Rays set the modern-day record of 14 straight home wins to start a season beating the Astros 8-3.

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Lightning Lose Game 3 In Overtime & Rays Sweep White Sox

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 04:00:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 3 that saw several questionable officiating calls and a game that the Bolts dominated but lost. Plus the Rays hot streak continues as they sweep the White Sox and extend their consecutive games with a home run to 23 games.

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Lightning Dominated in Game 2, Tom Brady Avoids Question About Playing Next Season & Rays Faucher Moving To Starting Role

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 05:33:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 2 to even the series at 1-1. Plus Tom Brady is asked about playing for the Dolphins this year and avoided answering it plus the Rays are moving Calvin Faucher into the starting rotation and the A's buy land in Las Vegas for a stadium.

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Rays Shutout Reds Again, Lightning Injury Updates & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning injuries from Game 1 and how they stand for Game 2, the Rays shutout the Reds again and your mailbag questions on Devin White, Buccaneers draft and the designated runner experiment in baseball.

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Lightning Dominate Maple Leafs In Game 1 & Rays Shutout Reds Behind Taj Bradley and Taylor Walls

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 05:14:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's dominating 7-3 win over Toronto to start the playoffs as the Power Play was hot but concern lingers over injuries to Victor Hedman, Erik Cernak and Mikey Eyssimont. Plus the Rays shut out the Reds 10-0 as Taj Bradley dazzles again and Taylor Walls hits 2 home runs, and former Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert signs with Kansas City.

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Lightning Begin Playoffs Tonight, Rays Lose to Reds & Tristan Wirfs Talks Buccaneers Culture

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 04:00:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's playoff chances as they open up in Toronto tonight, the Rays lose to the Reds in a 'non-competitive' game plus Kyle Trask talks about Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs talks about Bucs culture.

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Rays Lose 2 of 3 To Toronto & Gerald McCoy Announces His Retirement

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Taylor Swift concert this weekend, the Rays lose 2 of 3 to the Blue Jays but are still 14-2, future Buccaneers Ring of Honor Inductee Gerald McCoy announces his retirement and the Lightning getting set for Toronto in the playoffs tomorrow night.

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Rays Win 13th Straight To Start Season, Brayden Point Gets 50 Goals & Jason Licht Discusses Devin White's Trade Request

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 05:37:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays tying the modern-day record for wins to start a season at 13 as they sweep the Red Sox in dominating fashion. Plus the Lightning end the regular season as Brayden Point gets his 50th goal and Bucs GM Jason Licht discusses Devin White's trade request.

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MAILBAG: Rays Streak, Devin's Trade Request & Bolts Playoff Chances

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick take your mailbag questions on the Rays streak to start the season, Devin White's trade request, what the Buccaneers might look to do in the NFL Draft, the Lightning's chance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Jon Cooper's coaching and more.

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Rays Now 11-0 To Start The Season & Devin White Requested A Trade From The Buccaneers

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 05:12:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-2 win over Boston to improve to 11-0 on the season as they have now hit 29 homeruns and given up only 20 on the year. Plus Buccaneers linebacker Devin White requested a trade but Jason Licht says they aren't going to do that and the Lightning lose to Toronto while outshooting them 48-24.

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Rays Get 3rd Straight Shutout To Extend Record to 10-0

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays extending their season opening win streak to 10 games after beating Boston 1-0 behind a Brandon Lowe 8th inning homer and more stellar pitching as they've gone 27 innings without giving up a run. Plus the Bucs new running back Chase Edmonds has his chip back and the Lightning gets good news on Tanner Jeannot's injury.

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Rays Have Won 9 Straight To Start The Season In Dominating Fashion

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 04:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 9-0 start as they've outscored their opponents 75-18 while hitting more home runs than runs given up. Plus the Lightning lose again, the Frozen Four was a huge success in Tampa and John Rahm wins the Masters.

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Tanner Jeannot Leaves Lightning Game With Leg Injury & Newest Buccaneer Ryan Neal Speaks

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 04:34:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's loss to the Islanders which saw a shorthanded team lose Tanner Jeannot to injury and it doesn't look good. Plus Steven Stamkos reaches 1,000 career games, the newest Buccaneer Ryan Neal meets the media and your mailbag questions on Kyle Trask, pitch clock violations and Alex Killorn.

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Why Bucs Should Consider Hendon Hooker & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers should consider former Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker in the NFL Draft if he is available at pick #19, plus your mailbag questions about Kyle Trask, Baker Mayfield, primetime games and Jalen Carter.

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Rays Remain Undefeated With 9th Inning Rally & Buccaneers Sign S Ryan Neal

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays scoring 5 runs in the 9th to beat the Nationals and become the only undefeated team in Major League Baseball. Plus the Buccaneers sign safety Ryan Neal from Seattle and fallout from the Women's Basketball National Championship game.

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Rays Start Season With 4 Straight Wins Behind Dominate Starting Pitching & UConn Wins National Championship

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 04:53:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the red-hot Rays who have started the season 4-0 for the first time in franchise history as their starting pitching is dominating thus far. Plus UConn wins the National Championship in a blowout earning their 5th titles in 24 years and the Lightning are playoff bound and will face the Maple Leafs in the first round.

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Rays Sweep, Lightning Clinch & Who Is USF's New Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:00:30 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to discuss tonight's College Basketball National Championship Game and USF's new Men's Basketball Head Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Plus the Rays sweep the Tigers to open the season giving up just 3 runs over the weekend and the Lightning clinch their 6th straight playoff appearance.

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Rays Shutout Tigers On Opening Day, Stu Sternberg Talk Stadium & Lightning Magic Number Down To 2

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:19:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day win behind 6 scoreless innings from Shane McClanahan, owner Stu Sternberg's comments on a new stadium and the Lightning beat the Capitals to move even closer to clinching a playoff berth.

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Marc Topkin On The Rays Season, MLB Rule Changes & Remembering Dave Wills

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 04:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the upcoming season including how good the pitching staff will be, how they will adjust to rule changes, what to expect from the offense after not adding a big bat, what to expect in the AL East this year, a trip to Cooperstown with Fred McGriff and remembering Dave Wills.

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Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles Discusses The Team Without Brady & Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles said, and didn't say, at the NFL Owners Meetings when discussing the upcoming season without Tom Brady. Plus your mailbag questions on the Offensive Line, the Blake Snell trade and the NCAA Tournament.

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Lamar Jackson Asked For A Trade & The Rise Of The Rays Documentary

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Lamar Jackson asking for a trade from the Ravens before free agency began plus we are joined by Paul Grove and Eric Davis from WEDU on a new documentary called 'Rise of the Rays: A Devil of a Story' on how the Rays franchise came to be as they begin their 25th anniversary season.

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2 Florida Teams in Final Four, Frozen Four in Tampa is Set & Bolts Play Better But Still Lose To Boston

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a crazy weekend of basketball as 2 Florida teams make the Final Four and none of the Top 3 seeds in any region make it. Plus the Frozen Four is set in Tampa, more on Baker Mayfield as the Buccaneers quarterback, flex scheduling could be coming to Thursday Night Football and the Lightning play better in Boston but still lose 2-1.

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Buccaneers Release K Ryan Succop & Lightning Lose At Ottawa

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:25:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers cutting kicker Ryan Succop to save $3.5 million towards the salary cap, Lavonte David spoke about remaining in Tampa and what to make of the Lightning's recent struggles as the playoffs are coming.

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Gisele Speaks Out On Her Marriage To Tom Brady & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Gisele Bündchen's first comments on why her marriage to Tom Brady ended in divorce plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, Ryan Griffin, Lavonte David, Jonah Williams and more.

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What a World Baseball Classic Final, Reaction To A Baker Mayfield Column & Mike Brey Not Offered USF Job

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:33:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the fantastic finish in the World Baseball Classic (despite the outcome) as Shohei Ohtani strikes out teammate Mike Trout to seal the win. Plus blowback to John Romano's column on Baker Mayfield, Mike Brey says he wasn't offered the USF basketball job and the Lightning lose in Montreal but magic number to clinch a playoff berth improves as the Panthers lost too.

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Baker Mayfield Eager To See What He Can Become With Buccaneers

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's introductory press conference with the Buccaneers where he sounded like a starting quarterback. Plus your Bucs mailbag questions on the NFL Draft, William Gholston and more.

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Bucs Sign 3 Players, Lose Mike Edwards & Lightning Hall Of Fame Induction

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:39:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing Pat O'Connor, Cam Gil and Greg Gaines to deals while Mike Edwards leaves for the Chiefs and Sean Murphy-Bunting is meeting with the Titans today. Plus the Lightning induct Phil Esposito, Marty St. Louis and Vinny Lecavalier into their Hall of Fame while splitting the weekend games with Montreal and New Jersey, a first-time champions at the Valspar Championship, USF Women's Basketball loses to undefeated South Carolina and the US is in the World Baseball Classic Championship.

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Buccaneers GM Jason Licht Celebrates His Start of Free Agency & Lightning Win Again in New Jersey

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the victory lap that Buccaneers GM Jason Licht took on Thursday after signing Baker Mayfield and re-signing Jamel Dean, Lavonte David and Anthony Nelson despite the salary cap constraints on the team. Plus the Lightning win again in New Jersey as Steven Stamkos scores twice and Neil Solondz is named to replace Dave Wills in the Rays radio booth.

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Buccaneers Sign QB Baker Mayfield and Lavonte David Returns For One More Year

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers getting their quarterback as Baker Mayfield signs with Tampa Bay to begin free agency. Plus Lavonte David returns to the Bucs after signing a 1-year deal and Anthony Nelson is coming back as well. Plus Aaron Rodgers wants to be traded to the Jets and a big injury at the World Baseball Classic.

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Buccaneers Trade Shaq Mason, Re-Sign Aaron Stinnie & Still Pursuing a Quarterback

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers trading Shaq Mason to the Texans and re-signing Aaron Stinnie as they clear more cap space to pursue Baker Mayfield and Lavonte David. Also the NFC South signs some more QBs with Andy Dalton going to Carolina and Taylor Heinicke heading to Atlanta, plus the Lightning play well in a 4-1 win in New Jersey.

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Jamel Dean Staying With Buccaneers And They Are Strong Contender for Baker Mayfield

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing Jamel Dean to lock down one of the top free agent CBs this offseason, plus Tampa Bay is a strong landing spot for Baker Mayfield and it could happen in the next couple of days to challenge Kyle Trask for the starting quarterback spot.

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Buccaneers Preparing To Lose Players To Free Agency, Rays Radio Tribute To Dave Wills & Lightning Split The Weekend

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:04:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers expecting to lose a lot of their free agents as the legal tampering period begins today. The restructured several contracts to save $44 million but have more work to do as they now turn their focus to quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett. Plus Andy Freed and Neil Solondz's tribute to Dave Wills over the weekend, the Lightning split a pair of games over the weekend and Brian Gregory out as USF basketball coach.

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Lightning Lose To Vegas In Overtime & Lavonte David Set To Hit Free Agency

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 05:58:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights that saw them dominate the game but lose the special teams battle. Plus Lavonte David is going to hit free agency next week but hasn't ruled out re-signing with the Buccaneers.

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The Case For Buccaneers To Pursue Lamar Jackson

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick lay out the case for the Buccaneers to pursue Lamar Jackson as their franchise quarterback after he received the non-exclusive Franchise Tag from the Ravens this week. Plus mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Antonio Brown, Chris Godwin and Taylor Lewan.

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Bucs To Waive Donovan Smith, USF Stadium Update and College Football Spring Practices Begin

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:47:02 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers set to release Donovan Smith to save nearly $10M towards the salary cap and then Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker joins to discuss his new newsletter, the USF stadium developments and spring practices in College Football.

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Devin White's Cryptic Posts, Darek Carr and Geno Smith Sign & What Bucs Might Do To Become Cap Compliant

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 05:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Devin White's cryptic social media posts from Monday morning, the first quarterback signing dominos fell in the NFL and how the Bucs are looking to get under the salary cap before next week's deadline.

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RIP Dave Wills Who Passed Away At Age 58

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:06:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the passing of Rays Radio Play by Play guy Dave Wills at the age of 58 and what he has meant to so many in Tampa Bay. Plus Anthony Richardson impresses at the Combine and the Lightning lose 5 in a row for the first time in 9 years.

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Bucs To Waive Cameron Brate, Poor Player Survey Results & Mailbag

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:52:34 GMT

Rick Stroud on the news that the Buccaneers will waive Cameron Brate, they don't score well on NFLPA survey and your Bucs mailbag questions answered 100% correct.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady's Time With Buccaneers, Jamel Dean, Anthony Richardson & More

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:00:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Tom Brady's time with the Buccaneers, what happened the last year, covering a GOAT, Jamel Dean, Anthony Richardson and more.

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Buccaneers Set To Waive Leonard Fournette & They Talk Up Kyle Trask At NFL Combine

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:31:33 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine where Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke about Kyle Trask's chances at starting this year. Plus Playoff Lenny is becoming Cut Lenny as the Bucs will part ways with the running back, the Lightning lose to the Panthers 3-1 and the Rays shutout the Yankees 12-0.

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NFL Combine Starting, Julien BriseBois Explains Trade For Jeannot & Rays' Glasnow Hurts Oblique

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:15:30 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine as Jason Licht and Todd Bowles will speak on Tuesday, more reaction to the Lightning trading for Tanner Jeannot as Julien BriseBois laid out his decision to make the deal and Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow hurts his oblique after 6 pitches on Monday.

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Lightning Split Weekend Games Then Trade for Jeannot & NFL Combine Preview

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning trade for Tanner Jeannot from the Predators, a win and a loss on the back-to-back road games this weekend and looking ahead to the NFL Combine this week.

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Will Kyle Trask Be The Buccaneers Starting Quarterback In Week 1

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 06:19:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Kyle Trask will be the Buccaneers starting quarterback in Week 1, who else could be in the mix and where does Trask rank among NFC South QBs. Plus the Lightning lose a wild game to Buffalo which saw them forget how to play defense.

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New Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales Introduced In Tampa Bay

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on new Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales' introductory press conference, what he had to say about not calling plays outside High School JV games and what he thinks of Kyle Trask.

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Buccaneers Hire More Assistant Coaches & Would They Use Franchise Tag on Jamel Dean

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 05:59:43 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers hiring 3 assistant coaches, if they could use the Franchise Tag on Jamel Dean, Ronde Barber speaks about being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and your mailbag questions.

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Should Assistant Coaches Make The Hall Of Fame And Your Mailbag Questions

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:00:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Monte Kiffin should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame as assistant coaches aren't chosen. Plus your mailbag questions on the Bucs quarterback options, Rays and Lightning TV deals as Ballys Sports approaches bankruptcy and more.

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New Buccaneers OC Dave Canales' Background, Daytona 500 and Lightning's 4-Game Road Trip

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 05:00:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on getting to know Buccaneers new Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales and his background that led him to Tampa Bay. Plus Ricky Stenhouse, Jr., wins the Daytona 500 and the Lightning leave some points on the road on their 4-game road trip.

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MAILBAG: Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Search, Kyle Trask, Drafting a QB and More

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:00:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search, Kyle Trask, drafting a QB, Cam Jordan's comments on the Bucs and more.

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Buccaneers Hire Dave Canales As Their Offensive Coordinator

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:22:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring Dave Canales to be their Offensive Coordinator as it's Head Coach Todd Bowles' first hire for his staff. Plus the Lightning lose in a shootout in Arizona 1-0 and some baseball rule changes this season.

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College Football Recruiting Classes, Florida's New NIL Amendment and USF Stadium Plans

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's new NIL law, what happened with Jaden Rashada at Florida, USF's stadium plans, SEC adding Oklahoma and Texas a year early, what's next for the Big 12, how did Florida State do in recruiting after a 10-win season and more.

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Buccaneers Interview More Offensive Coordinator Candidates & Your Mailbag Questions

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers interviewing more Offensive Coordinator candidates plus your mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Kyle Trask, drafting a quarterback and more.

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Rick & Tom on Super Bowl LVII: The Holding Call, Video Replay, Patrick Mahomes & Rihanna

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 05:28:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Chiefs 38-35 Super Bowl win over the Eagles that saw a controversial holding call late that overshadowed the fact that the Eagles couldn't stop Kansas City in the 2nd half. Plus should the NFL end replay, why is the turf so bad in Arizona and thoughts on Rihanna's halftime performance.

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Ronde Barber Gets His Call To The Hall Of Fame, Super Bowl LVII Preview & Bolts Shutout Avs

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 06:56:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on former Buccaneers cornerback Ronde Barber finally getting his call to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a Super Bowl LVII preview and the Lightning shut out the Avalanche 5-0.

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Why Haven't The Buccaneers Hired An OC Yet & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers haven't hired an Offensive Coordinator yet and your mailbag questions on who will call the defense this season, trading Mike Evans, retiring the number 12, how good the Bucs could be this season, hosting the NFC Championship game and more.

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Rick and Tom On Tom Brady's Retirement Announcement, NFL Broadcasters & The Tampa Bay Lightning

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:42:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Tom Brady's retirement announcement and if he might play again, NFL broadcasters and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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Is Tom Brady Really Done With Playing Football?

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's latest comments on retirement that has us believing he might not be done yet as he won't start on FOX until 2024 and he didn't completely shut the door on returning when asked multiple times on Monday.

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Buccaneers Still Haven't Hired An Offensive Coordinator & Ronde Barber's Case For Hall Of Fame

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers offensive Coordinator search, Ronde Barber's case for the Hall of Fame, the NFL Pro Bowl Games and NHL All-Star Game and more.

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Who Could Start At QB For The Buccaneers Next Season & Mailbag Questions

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look at the quarterbacks that the Buccaneers could potentially target this offseason including Jameis Winston and we answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Jason Licht, the salary cap, Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and more.

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Tom Brady Retires For Good This Time

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's announcement that he is retiring from football, for good this time. How does this impact the Bucs, the NFL and what led to the decision.

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Sean Payton To The Broncos and Your Bucs Mailbag Questions On Brady, Goedeke and More

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Broncos hiring Sean Payton as their head coach, DeMeco Ryans goes to the Texans. Plus the Buccaneers continue to search for an Offensive Coordinator and your mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Luke Goedeke, NFL officiating and the Rays evaluation success.

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Which Bucs Could Be Salary Cap Casualties, Why 49ers Could Be Option For Tom Brady & Todd Monken Meeting With Todd Bowles

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on Brock Purdy's UCL injury that could impact if the 49ers pursue Tom Brady, which Buccaneers players could be cut to save money on the salary cap and Todd Monken to meet with the Buccaneers today about the Offensive Coordinator position.

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How Brock Purdy's Injury Impacts Tom Brady, Bucs OC Search and Super Bowl is Set

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on how Brock Purdy injury impacts the possibility of Tom Brady returning to the Bucs, the latest on Todd Bowles' search for an Offensive Coordinator, the Super Bowl is set with Philadelphia and Kansas City, and why is NFL officiating dominated the Championship weekend talk.

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Buccaneers Mailbag Questions & Panthers Hire Frank Reich

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:42:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Panthers hiring Frank Reich as their head coach and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, the Offensive Coordinator search and more.

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Rays Sign Jeffrey Springs For 4 Years & Mailbag Questions On The Buccaneers and Lightning

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 05:16:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays signing Jeffrey Springs to a 4-year deal worth over $30 million and your mailbag questions on what the Lightning will do at the trade deadline and what should the Buccaneers do this season if Tom Brady doesn't return.

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Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Search & Why Rays Haven't Signed Any Bats This Offseason

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:41:14 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers search for an Offensive Coordinator and he's joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the Rays lack of signing hitters this offseason and the Baseball Hall of Fame voting only Scott Rolen in this year.

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Tom Brady Hasn't Decided On Next Season & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:04:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's comments on his podcast saying he doesn't know what he's going to do next year yet. Plus your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator position, why the coaching staff purge, Chris Godwin's contract and more.

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How The Playoff Games Might Determine Where Tom Brady Plays Next Season

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the reports that Buccaneers players think Tom Brady is done in Tampa Bay that we have been saying for a week now. Plus a breakdown of the NFL Divisional Playoff games over the weekend.

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Buccaneers Had The GOAT, Now They Have Their Scapegoat!

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 05:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers firing Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich and 5 other coaches while 3 more retire as part of an extensive housecleaning. Rick details why this isn't good for Bucs fans, why Tom Brady won't be back and how this compared to Raheem Morris days.

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Steven Stamkos' 500th Goal & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions On Bowles, Leftwich, Devin White & More

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:47:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos getting his 500th goal in Vancouver, the consequences or reporting news that hasn't happened and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Devin White, Special Teams Coach Keith Armstrong and more.

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What Changes Could Be Coming To The Buccaneers Now That The Season Is Over

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:12:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers road ahead as the season is over and the evaluations of players, coaches and management begins with no decisions made yet on an changes.

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Buccaneers Blown Out By Cowboys and Was This Tom Brady's Last Game In Tampa Bay

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 07:21:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers season ends with a 31-14 loss to the Cowboys that saw the offense struggle again and the defense unable to stop Dak Prescott. Did Tom Brady say goodbye to Tampa Bay in the postgame and what's next for the organization?

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Buccaneers-Cowboys Preview & Recapping Super Wild Card Weekend

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:13:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Cowboys playoff game as the Bucs are about as healthy as they've been all year and could Ryan Jensen be activated and start? Plus recapping the Super Wild Card Weekend as all but 1 game were decided by 1-score.

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What Drives The 'Fire Todd Bowles' Crowd, The Curious Case of Ryan Jensen & Stamkos Gets Goal #499

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 06:31:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles future with the Buccaneers and why some fans want him fired but it's not that simple. Plus the curious case of Ryan Jensen availability for Monday night and Steven Stamkos gets goal #499 as the Lightning hold on for a 5-4 win over Vancouver.

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The Quiet Confidence Of The Buccaneers Heading Into Their Wild Card Matchup With Dallas

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 05:00:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the quiet confidence at One Buc Place as the Buccaneers prepare for their Monday night playoff matchup with the Cowboys. What does Tom Brady and Tampa Bay need to do to win the game, plus Nikita Kucherov has himself a night on Tuesday and USF Men's Basketball with a great effort in Houston.

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MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Kyle Trask, Lovie Smith, Lightning Needs & Rays Offseason

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:10:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles future with the Buccaneers, Kyle Trask's development, future salary cap issues, Lovie Smith's firing in Houston, Lightning's trade deadline needs and what to make of the Rays offseason so far.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Cowboys Game, Improvements This Season and Keys To Success On Monday Night

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about if the first playoff game is a trap game, what has improved on the Bucs this season, which players who sat out will play on Monday, could Rob Gronkowski return and why Tom Brady might play in Tampa next season.

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Buccaneers Finish 8-9 But Await The Cowboys On Wild Card Weekend

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 07:33:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers making the playoffs at 8-9 after losing to the Falcons on Sunday in which Tom Brady only played 5 series. They now turn their focus to the Dallas Cowboys who they will play on Monday night to wrap up Wild Card Weekend.

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Bucs-Falcons Preview As Tampa Bay Plans On Playing Everyone For Final Regular Season Game

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:07:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Falcons Week 18 matchup where Tampa Bay plans on playing their starters despite the game not impacting their playoff seeding. Plus the latest updates on Damar Hamlin and Nikita Kucherov is an All-Star.

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Florida State Reaches 10 Wins, College Football Playoff Semifinals & TCU's Blueprint

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 05:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida State's bowl win over Oklahoma, the College Football Playoff Semifinals and the TCU blueprint to get to the Championship game.

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MAILBAG: Ryan Jensen's Injury, Tom Brady Playing This Weekend, Ryan Succop's Season & More

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Bucs center Ryan Jensen, Tom Brady playing this weekend, Ryan Succop and Jake Camarda's seasons, Tom Moore's role, Bucs Ring of Honor, Lightning's chances in the postseason and which Tampa Bay team is most likely to win a championship this year.

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Rick and Tom On Damar Hamlin's Injury On Monday Night Football And How It Was Handled

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:21:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the the injury, reaction and how the NFL has handled Damar Hamlin being given CPR on an NFL field and postponing the Bills-Bengals game. Plus what are Tom Brady's chances in the playoffs now that they are in.

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Buccaneers Win The NFC South For Second Straight Season As Tom Brady To Mike Evans Finally Clicks

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 06:29:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-24 win over the Panthers that clinched the NFC South for the 2nd straight year and a spot in the playoffs to host their 10th home playoff game in team history.

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Bucs Seeking The Division Title Against Panthers & College Football Semifinals Preview

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 05:37:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight preview the Bucs-Panthers game as Tampa Bay is seeking their 8th division title in franchise history, plus a preview of the College Football Playoff semifinals on New Year's Eve.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady's 4th Quarter Comebacks, Salary Cap Future & MLB Luxury Tax

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 06:12:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady's 4th quarter comebacks, Bucs salary cap, Todd Bowles future, offensive game planning and MLB's skyrocketing salaries among big market teams.

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Ryan Jensen Begins 21-Day Practice Window With A Hope To Return & Your Bucs Mailbag Questions

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:08:10 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks the news that the Buccaneers have begun the 21-day practice window for Ryan Jensen as he attempts to return. Plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Tom Brady's future, the offense and Sean Peyton's coaching future.

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Leonard Fournette's Playing Injured, What's Happened To Tom Brady & Could Gronk Return to Bucs

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:17:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Leonard Fournette's disclosure that he's playing with a lisfranc injury in his foot, what is going on with Tom Brady this year with the interceptions and could Rob Gronkowski play for Tampa Bay this year after reaching out last month about playing.

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Tom Brady Leads Buccaneers Comeback In Arizona 19-16 in OT

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 08:45:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers comeback victory over the Cardinals 19-16 in overtime on Christmas night as Tampa Bay can now clinch the NFC South with a win over Carolina on Sunday. The offense struggled to produce points again but Tom Brady was able to rally in the 4th quarter as the defense once again gave up fewer than 20 points.

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Kyle Brandt and Trent Cooper On New Film About Three Ukrainian Men From An American Football League Fighting A War Against Russia

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 05:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Kyle Brandt from Good Morning Football and Trent Cooper from NFL 360 to discuss their new film 'Who If Not Us' that profiles players from the Ukrainian League of American Football who are now fighting a war against Russia while their families have fled for safety.

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Bruce Arians Thoughts On The Bucs Season Thus Far & Tristan Wirfs Is The Only Pro Bowl Selection

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:04:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on former Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians thoughts on this season and how the Bucs are still in control to win their division for just the 7th time in franchise history. Plus Tristan Wirfs is the Bucs lone Pro Bowl representative, Russell Gage surprisingly leads the team in TDs, Franco Harris passes and the Lightning lose to the Red Wings.

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Buccaneers Woes When Facing Backup QBs & How They Can Still Finish With A Winning Record

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:51:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers woes against inexperienced and backup quarterbacks as they get set to potentially face Trace McSorley on Sunday in Arizona. Plus the Buccaneers final 3 games are winnable to still finish with a winning record, the Rays will move to Disney World for the first month of Spring Training and the Lightning get dominated in Toronto.

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MAILBAG: What Happened On Botched Fake Punt Plus Tom Brady, Todd Bowles and Bryon Leftwich's Future In Tampa

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, Sunday's botched fake punt, rebuilding and the Bucs chances next season.

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Buccaneers Lose To Bengals 34-23 Despite Leading By 14 At Halftime

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers lost 34-23 to the Bengals which saw them give up 34 unanswered points after taking a 17-0 lead. The Bucs had 4 straight turnovers in the 2nd half and a botched fake punt which turned momentum. The Bucs fall to 6-8 but still lead the NFC South by 1-game as the Falcons and Panthers lost too.

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Buccaneers-Bengals Preview As Tampa Bay Looks To Rebound From 49ers Loss

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 05:14:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Bengals game this Sunday that sees one of the hottest team come to Raymond James Stadium.

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Mike Leach's Legacy, Heisman Trophy & Florida In The Las Vegas Bowl

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 05:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Mike Leach's legacy and how his death impacts the Reliaquest Bowl, how he voted for the Heisman Trophy this year and previewing Florida's game in the Las Vegas Bowl this weekend.

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Rays Make Zach Eflin Signing Official & What Other Moves Might They Make This Offseason

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:34:53 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss their signing of Zach Eflin to a 3-year $40 million contract, where they might look to improve the offense this year and what they'll do at catcher now that Mike Zunino has signed elsewhere.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Donovan Smith & More

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:10:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions after Tampa Bay got beat 35-7 in San Francisco. We discuss Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Donovan Smith, the Offensive Line and more.

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Tom Brady's Homecoming Spoiled As 49ers Beat The Bucs 35-7

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:20:28 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Santa Clara where the Buccaneers got beat down by the 49ers 35-7 behind rookie QB Brock Purdy who made his first career start throwing for 2 TDs and running for another. The Buccaneers are now 6-7 and just 1 game ahead of the Falcons and Panthers in the NFC South with remaining games against each of them.

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Bucs-49ers Preview & Matt Baker on USF Hiring Alex Golesh

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:32:30 GMT

Rick Stroud previews Sunday's Bucs-49ers game as Tampa Bay has to go on the road to try to get above .500. Plus Rick is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF hiring Alex Golesh as their coach, Gators' Anthony Richardson declaring for the NFL Draft and the College Football Playoff.

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MAILBAG: Buccaneers Offense, Todd Bowles, Tom Brady, Mike Evans and More

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Buccaneers, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Ryan Jensen, Mike Evans and the USF Coaching Search.

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More On Bucs Comeback Win Over Saints & They Cut Jaelon Darden

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 05:53:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the key plays in the Buccaneers 17-16 win over New Orleans and how the Saints gave the game away. Plus the Bucs waived former 4th round pick Jaelon Darden, the Titans fired General Manager Jon Robinson and the Lightning lose to the Red Wings despite a furious 3rd period.

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Tom Brady On MNF Win: "Just Like We Drew It Up"

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 07:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after Tom Brady engineers his 44th 4th quarter comeback to lead the Bucs to a 17-16 win over the Saints on Monday Night Football. The Bucs offense struggled all night until they scored 2 TDs in the final 3 minutes while the defense got a key stop in between them.

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Bucs-Saints MNF Preview, USF Hires Alex Golesh & Fred McGriff To Hall Of Fame

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Saints game as Tampa Bay needs a win against their toughest division rival to get back to .500. Plus the College Football Playoff is set, USF has hired Tennessee OC Alex Golesh as their next Head Coach, the Lightning win a crazy game against Toronto and Tampa's own Fred McGriff gets the call to the Hall of Fame.

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Buccaneers Preparing For Saints, Rays Sign A Pitcher & Stamkos Reaches 1,000 Points

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs-Saints Monday Night Matchup as the Saints might be a bad team for Tampa Bay to face at this time. Plus Antonio Brown in trouble with the law again, the Rays sign a free-agent pitcher and are forced to move Spring Training out of Port Charlotte, and the Lightning beat the Flyers as Steven Stamkos records his 1,000th point.

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USF Coaching Search, Florida-Florida State Recap & Championship Weekend

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:00:53 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to break down the latest in the USF Coaching search, recap Florida-Florida State and look ahead to Conference Championship Weekend.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette and More

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct about Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette and more.

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Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles Doubles Down On Game Management Decisions

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles doubling down on his game management decision to play for overtime in their 23-17 OT loss to Cleveland on Sunday.

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Buccaneers Stumble Again With 23-17 OT Loss In Cleveland

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-17 Overtime loss in Cleveland that saw the offense struggle again and the defense unable to get a late stop. The Bucs are now 5-6 but still in 1st place in the NFC South. Plus a crazy weekend of College Football as Michigan blew out Ohio State, Florida-Florida State was great and USF almost won after trailing 28-0 to UCF.

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Buccaneers-Browns Preview & Tom Brady's Potential Future in Tampa Bay

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 05:00:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Browns game as Tampa Bay is coming off their bye week against a team that likes to run the ball a lot. Plus some leftover mailbag questions about Tom Brady's future in Tampa Bay and what stories Rick is thankful he's gotten to cover.

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Could USF Hire Deion Sanders, Florida-Florida State Preview & It's Rivalry Weekend

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the possibility of Deion Sanders being the next coach at USF, a Florida-Florida State preview and looking a rivalry weekend in College Football.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Surprise Player, Rays Stadium & Thanksgiving Sides

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct including which player could surprise the Bucs in 2nd half, Rays stadium, USF Head Coach, Florida-Florida State comparison and best Thanksgiving sides.

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Lightning Fall To Bruins, US Gets Draw In World Cup & Could Deion Sanders Come To USF

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:02:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 loss to the Bruins after they played a great 1st period. Plus the Bucs Luke Goedeke and Russell Gage returned to practice and should Rachaad White start at Running Back, the US gets a draw vs Wales in the World Cup and reports say USF had talked to Deion Sanders about their Head Coaching position.

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NFL Observations During The Bucs Bye Week & Crazy Games In College Football

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:00:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look around the NFL on the Buccaneers bye week and they find a lot of bad ball. Plus a crazy weekend in College Football as many of the top teams struggled, the World Cup has begun and the Lightning have won 4 straight.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette, Cade Otton, Rays Stadium & USF Coaching Search

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:12:15 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs' Leonard Fournette, Luke Goedeke, Cade Otton, Tom Brady, Rays Stadium, USF's coaching search and more.

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Why Type Of Coach Should USF Hire & Florida and Florida State Previews

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:42 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what type of coach USF should look for, Florida State is rolling, Florida doing some things well and Jimbo Fisher is struggling at Texas A&M.

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Rick and Tom on Rays Offseason, Lightning's Chances & USF Coaching Search

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:29:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones with more on the Buccaneers win over the Seahawks in Germany, what are the Rays doing this offseason, can the Lightning win it all this year and what will USF do with their Head Coaching search.

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Rick and Tom On The Buccaneers Game in Germany

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud is back from Germany and is joined by Tom Jones to discuss Tom Brady's reaction to playing in Germany, the Buccaneers finding their run game and why they hate airplane travel.

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Buccaneers Find Their Running Game In Germany To Beat The Seahawks

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:50:19 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Munich, Germany, where the Buccaneers beat the Seahawks 21-16 to get back to .500 on the season as they found a runnin

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Differences Between Buccaneers and Seahawks, Plus Rays Say Goodbye To Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:25 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Germany where the Buccaneers are getting set to face the Seahawks and he previews the game and what the differences are between the 2 teams in practice. Plus the Rays say goodbye to Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi.

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What USF Is Looking For In Their Next Coach & Previewing Florida-S. Carolina and FSU-Syracuse

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:41 GMT

ick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF's decision to fire Head Coach Jeff Scott and where they go from here. Plus a look ahead to this week's game including Florida-South Carolina, USF-SMU and Florida State at Syracuse.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Shaq Barrett and Next USF Head Coach

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:44:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Bucs Pro Bowl choices, Shaq Barrett's future, the crazy Bucs season and who will be the next USF Head Coach.

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Could Jon Gruden Be The Next USF Coach & Bucs Prepare For Germany

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:17:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on possible USF Head Coaching candidates including Jon Gruden and what he could bring to the Bulls. Plus the Bucs offense is still struggling even after a game-winning drive to beat the Rams and the Colts bring in Jeff Saturday as their interim head coach with no college or pro coaching experience.

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Bucs Comeback To Beat Rams & USF Fires Head Coach Jeff Scott

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight break down the Buccaneers 16-13 comeback victory over the Rams to move Tampa Bay back into 1st place in the NFC South. Tom Brady threw a touchdown pass to Cade Otton with 9-seconds remaining. Plus USF parts ways with Head Coach Jeff Scott after a 54-28 loss at Temple.

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Devin White Speaks, Byron Leftwich on Play Action & Bucs-Rams Preview

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:30:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's commenting on the play which saw him not hustling last week, Byron Leftwich's comments on play action calls and previewing the Bucs-Rams which has seen LA beat Tampa Bay 3 times in the last 2 seasons.

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Devin White Won't Answer Questions On His Play & Why Bucs Didn't Make A Trade

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's decision not to answer questions about his play and why the Buccaneers didn't make any moves at the trade deadline. Plus a wild Lightning win on Tuesday night and history in Game 4 of the World Series.

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Florida State-Miami, Florida-Texas A&M and USF-Temple Preview

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:16:54 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida at Texas A&M, Florida State-Miami and USF at Temple. Plus big games in the SEC including Tennessee-Georgia and Alabama-LSU.

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Bucs Mailbag: Todd Bowles Future, Tom Brady's Body Language & The Team's Lack of Rhythm

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Tom Brady, new players on both offense and defense, the 53-man roster and more.

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Bucs Getting Back To Work After Weekend Off

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:05 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs nto making any staff changes coming out of the mini-bye week. Plus Devin White's effort, Tom Brady's divorce and the Falcons are leading the NFC South.

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Bucs Lose 3rd Straight As Offense Sputters & Defense Can't Stop The Run

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 05:51:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs lost to the Ravens 27-22 as the offense continues to sputter and the defense was gashed by Baltimore's rushing attack.

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Bucs-Ravens Preview As Secondary Will Be Without Several Starters

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:00:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Ravens Thursday Night Football game as Tampa Bay will be very short-handed in the secondary again with Antoine Winfield, Carlton Davis and Sean Murphy-Bunting all ruled out.

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Florida-Georgia Preview, USF's Katravis Marsh Leading The Bulls & Can Florida State Win Out

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview this week's Florida-Georgia game, why USF's hope is in the hands of backup QB Katravis Marsh, Florida State's shot at running the table and Miami's problems.

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Rick and Tom On Where The Hope Is For The Buccaneers

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:31 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by his old radio partner, Mr. Doom and Gloom, Tom Jones to discuss the Bucs 3-4 start and how surprising it is but all is not lost yet.

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Buccaneers Woes Continue In Loss at Carolina 21-3

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers struggle as they lose to the Panthers 21-3 and fall to 3-4 on the season. Rick describes the mood in the locker room as one of the worst he's ever been in after losing to their 3rd string quarterback and backup running backs after trading Christian McCaffrey.

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Brady's Urgency and Apology, Mike Evans Misses Gronk and Why Leonard Fournette Is Offense's Focus

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 04:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's explanation of urgency when yelling at his offensive line, Mike Evans' comments about missing Gronk, why Leonard Fournette is the focus of the Bucs offense and how was Head Coach Todd Bowles talking about when he referenced not leaning on the Super Bowl from 2 years ago.

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Where Florida, Florida State and USF Stand Heading Into Their Bye Weeks

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to look back at the losses for Florida, Florida State and USF over the weekend and where those programs stand heading into their byes this week.

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Lightning's Disappointing Home Opener & Bucs Mean Tweets

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:52:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's disappointing loss to the Flyers that saw them give up a 2-0 lead to lose in regulation. Plus your Bucs mean tweets with the team sitting at 3-3 after 6 games.

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Buccaneers Looking At Everything To Improve

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers doing some real evaluation on their play, players and coaching as they sit at 3-3 and are struggling to find consistency on offense. Plus the Lightning host their home opener tonight vs. the Flyers.

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Buccaneers Offense Struggles Again & Defense Can't Come Up With Key Stops In Loss To Pittsburgh

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-18 loss in Pittsburgh which might be the most dissappointing loss of the Tom Brady era in Tampa Bay as the offensive line struggled again and the defense couldn't get a stop on Pittsburgh's final drive.

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Bucs-Steelers Preview & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Steelers game as both teams have injuries that are mounting. Plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs and baseball.

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Clemson-Florida State, LSU-Florida and Tulane-USF Preview

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:21 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Clemson-Florida State, LSU-Florida and Tulane-USF this weekend.

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Where Do The Rays Go From Here In Building The Roster For Next Season

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:11:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays disappointing finish to the season and where does the team go from here in shaping the roster for next season. Plus the Lightning drop the season opener in New York as special teams weren't very good.

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Lightning's Quest For A 4th Straight Stanley Cup Final Begins Tonight in New York

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Eduardo Encina as the Lightning open the season in New York looking to make the Stanley Cup Final for the 4th straight year. Plus after a controversial Roughing the Passer call that helped the Bucs on Sunday, the NFL has a worse call on Monday night.

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Buccaneers Beat Falcons For 1st Place - Helped By Questionable Roughing The Passer Call

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers beat the Falcons 21-15 to gain sole possession of 1st place in the NFC South. The Bucs were aided with a questionable roughing the passer call that helped them wind down the clock.

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What's Wrong With The Buccaneers Offense & Rays Wild Card Series Begins

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers matchup vs. the Falcons as Tampa Bay is struggling to run the ball and get leads while Atlanta is very good at the run game. Plus the Rays playoffs start today and USF Head Coach Jeff Scott's comments earlier this week.

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Rays-Guardians Wild Card Preview & Tom Brady Misses Bucs Practice While Cole Beasley Retires

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 04:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to preview the Rays Wild Card series in Cleveland this weekend as Tampa Bay has lost their last 5 games to end the season. Plus Tom Brady and Coach Todd Bowles miss Wednesday's Bucs practice and Cole Beasley retires after 2 weeks in Tampa Bay.

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What is Jeff Scott's Future At USF & Florida State's Performance vs Wake Forest

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF Head Coach's Jeff Scott's future after a another double digit loss and a 4-22 record in 3 seasons. Plus Florida State's loss to Wake Forest and Florida's upcoming game against Missouri.

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What Happened With Cameron Brate In Sunday Night's Loss To Chiefs

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:02:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what happened with Cameron Brate after he was allowed back in the game on Sunday night after possibly getting a concussion. Plus can Julio Jones get healthy again this season and the Rays lose but get homers from Manuel Margot and Wander Franco plus Tyler Glasnow looked great.

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Buccaneers Lose To Chiefs 41-31, Fall To 2-2 On Season

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 06:43:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 41-31 loss to the Chiefs which saw them fumble the opening kickoff letting Kansas City score 46-seconds into the game and never look back. Tom Brady threw for 385 yards and 3 touchdowns but they only ran the ball 6 times while the defense couldn't figure out Patrick Mahomes all night.

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NFL Keeps Bucs-Chiefs Game In Tampa On Sunday Night

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL's decision to keep the Buccaneers game on Sunday night in Tampa after Hurricane Ian tore threw the state. Plus a preview of the Bucs-Chiefs and the Rays failed to clinch a playoff spot on Thursday after losing to the Guardians 2-1.

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Can Florida and USF Bounce Back This Week & Florida State vs Wake Forest Preview

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to look back at Florida's loss at Tennessee, USF's defeat in Louisville and Miami being upset by Middle Tennessee State. Plus a look ahead at this week's games that included some venue and time changes due to Hurricane Ian.

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MAILBAG: Bucs-Chiefs Game, Donovan Smith, Ke'Shawn Vaughn & USF Head Coach Jeff Scott

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs-Chiefs game this Sunday, Donovan Smith's importance, Ke'Shawn Vaughn's playing time, USF Head Coach Jeff Scott's future and who could replace him if they make a change.

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Buccaneers Heading To Miami For Practice As Hurricane Ian Approaches

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers heading to Miami to practice this week as Hurricane Ian heads towards Tampa Bay. Plus what happened on the missed 2-point conversion at the end of the Packers game. Plus the Rays hit the road for the final 9 games with a magic number of 6 to make the playoffs.

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Bucs Comeback Falls Short, Lose 14-12 to Green Bay

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are at Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers comeback attempt fell short after a delay of game penalty on a 2-point conversion set them back 5 yards. The offense sputtered again as the defense kept them in the game but Tampa Bay falls to 2-1 on the season. Plus a wild weekend in college football and a bad Saturday for many of the Florida schools.

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Bucs-Packers Preview & Bucs Mailbag Questions On Defense, Receivers & Tom Brady

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:06:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Packers game in which Tampa Bay is looking to go 3-0 to start the season but they'll be without several wide receivers including Mike Evans who is suspended. Plus your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, the defense, wide receivers, officiating and Gerald McCoy.

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Mike Evans Suspension Upheld, Tom Brady Practices, Rays Clubhouse Getting Heated and College Football Preview

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:42:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans losing his appeal of his 1-game suspension, Cole Beasley's first practice, Tom Brady practicing on his day off and the Rays getting swept by Houston after Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz had some conflict on Monday. Plus Matt Baker joins us to preview College Football Week 4.

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Bucs Sign Cole Beasley To Help With Receiving & Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing Cole Beasley to the practice squad as injuries continue to mount. Plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs defense, Devin White, Odell Beckham, Jr., and more.

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Bucs WR Mike Evans Suspended For Packers Game

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Mike Evans' 1-game suspension for the Bucs following his shove of Marshon Lattimore on Sunday leaving Tampa Bay even further depleted at wide receiver this week. Plus just how elite is the Bucs defense.

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Mike Evans Ejection Sparks Buccaneers to 20-10 Win In New Orleans

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in New Orleans where the Bucs defense led Tampa Bay to a win and a 2-0 start, snapping a 7-game regular season losing streak to the Saints. Mike Evans and Saints DB Marshon Lattimore were both ejected in a fight that seemed to fire up the Bucs.

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Bucs-Saints Preview As WR Group Is Banged Up & Rays Make Lineup History In 11-0 Win Over Blue Jays

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs injury dilemma with many receivers missing practice, is the Bucs-Saints and rivalry and why the Bucs won't score as many points this season. Plus the Rays beat the Blue Jays 11-0 as Shane McClanahan returned and they made history with their starting lineup.

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College Football Preview: USF-Florida, Florida State-Louisville & Miami-Texas A&M

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 04:00:31 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Florida-USF, Miami-Texas A&M, Florida State-Louisville and more. Plus an update on Bucs injuries and Tom Brady misses practice.

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Gisele Bündchen Says It's Her Time Now & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Gisele Bündchen's comments that it's her time now in her marriage to Tom Brady. Plus your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers Game 1 win over Dallas, the Bucs season and the Lightning's newly announced Hall of Fame.

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Bucs Chris Godwin and Donovan Smith Injuries Not As Bad As Feared & Rays Lose 3rd Straight

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs Donovan Smith and Chris Godwin injury updates that aren't as bad as feared, Leonard Fournette in a social media battle over his block of Micah Parsons, a wild college football weekend and the Rays lose their 3rd straight giving up a 2-run homerun in the 8th in Toronto.

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Dominant Defense and Leonard Fournette Lead Bucs To 19-3 Win Over Cowboys

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:41:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Dallas where the Buccaneers defense dominated and Leonard Fournette rushed for 127 yards to lead Tampa Bay to a 19-3 win over the Cowboys. Dallas scored on their first drive and were shutout for the remainder while Tom Brady was content to hand the ball off more than in the past. We'll get update on injuries this week on Donovan Smith and Chris Godwin who both left the game hurt.

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Buccaneers Linebacker Lavonte David On His Career, Being a Dad & Winning A Super Bowl With Tom Brady

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 04:22:50 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David to discuss his journey to the NFL, the impact his parents have had on him, being a father for the first time and winning the Super Bowl with Tom Brady after missing the playoffs for so many seasons. Plus how Tom Brady motivates his offensive line and Wander Franco is returning tonight in New York.

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Exclusive Interview With Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 04:45:07 GMT

Rick Stroud's exclusive interview with Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles on his opportunity with this team, what he learned in New York, his influences, how he started and coaching guys like Tom Brady and Lavonte David. Plus Chris Godwin is likely a game time decision this week, Tom Brady releases a letter narrated by Morgan Freeman and the Rays complete their sweep of the Red Sox.

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Chris Godwin Uncertain If He'll Play Week 1, Shaq Mason Restructures Contract & Todd Bowles Gets College Degree

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:00:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Wide Receiver Chris Godwin's comments that it will most likely be his decision if he plays in Week 1, Head Coach Todd Bowles gets his college degree, Guard Shaq Mason restructures his contract, the Rays beat the Red Sox and more.

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Godwin Sheds Brace, Vea Named Captain, College Football Opening Weekend Thrills and Rick Attends First Rowdies Game

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:00:12 GMT

Great news on the Bucs front, as we get set for the week of the Season opener. Rick and Darek Sharp, filling in for Steve Versnick, go over a phenomenal opening weekend in college football especially for Florida and FSU, the Rays top the Red Sox Monday, and the Rowdies put up 6 goals as Rick was at Al Lang to witness it!

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Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette On Tom Brady, Preparing For The Season & His New Venture

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with Buccaneers Running Back Leonard Fournette about preparing for the season, playing with Tom Brady and his new exclusive club he's starting. Plus who would make the Buccaneers Ring of DISHOnor.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Receivers, Special Teams & Rays' Shane McClanahan and Tyler Glasnow

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs wide receivers, special teams, Vita Vea, Mike Evans, Rays Shane McClanahan, Tyler Glasnow and more.

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Shane McClanahan's Impingement, Steven White Dies & Jon Gruden Comments On Emails

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's shoulder impingement for the Rays with 1 month to play, former Buccaneer Steven White dies at age 48 and Jon Gruden comments on the emails that got him fired last year.

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Bucs Make Cuts To Get to 53-Man Roster & College Football Week 1 Preview

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 04:21:43 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Buccaneers cuts to get down to their 53-man roster including Tyler Johnson and Logan Ryan. Plus Matt Baker joins us to look ahead to College Football Week 1 with big games for Florida, Florida State and USF.

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Top Brady Tops NFL 100 For The Fourth Time In His Career

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers' Tom Brady being named the Top player in the NFL 100 poll, voted on by players, for the 4th time in his career. Plus the Bucs make some cuts and Serena Williams wins her first match at the US Open as she is retiring after this tournament.

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Tom Brady's Reflective Postgame Comments & Rays Re-Sign Tyler Glasnow For 2 Years

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 04:00:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's reflective post-game comments after the Bucs 27-10 preseason game loss in Indianapolis which saw both Buccaneers centers get hurt. Plus the Rays bounce back to beat the Red Sox on Sunday, they signed Tyler Glasnow for 2 more years over the weekend, college football kicked off with Florida State winning and Nebraska losing.

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College Football Week 0 Preview As Florida State Hosts Duquesne

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss this weekends College Football games in Week 0 including Florida State hosting Duquesne, Florida's new practice facility and Shaqeum Griffin announcing his retirement from the NFL.

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Tom Brady's Day Off, Rays Win in Extra Innings & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 05:33:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady taking a veteran day off, the Rays beat the Angels in extra innings and your mailbag questions about the Bucs offensive line, their next QB, punt coverage, Ji-Man Choi and Shane McClanahan.

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Bucs Practices Gearing Up For Season Opener, Ring of Honor & The Red Hot Rays

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:55:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's 2nd day back at Bucs practice, which Buccaneers will make the Ring of Honor and the Rays beat the Angels 11-1 to go 12-games over .500 for the first time this season.

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Tom Brady Returns To Bucs Practice, Chris Godwin Could Play Week 1 & Who Will Be Starting Left Guard

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 05:23:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's return to Buccaneers practices where he looked as sharp as he ever has, could Chris Godwin play at Dallas and who will be the starting Left Guard. Plus the Rays have won 8 out of 10 as one of the hottest teams in baseball.

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Tom Brady Expected To Return To Bucs Today, Kyle Trask Struggles in Nashville & Aaron Stinnie Lost For The Season

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the expected return of Tom Brady's to the Bucs today, a rough game in Tennessee which saw Kyle Trask struggle and Aaron Stinnie lost for the season with a knee injury. Plus the Rays win 3 out of 4 from Kansas City and they are now 8 games behind the Yankees in the AL East.

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When Will Tom Brady Return, Bucs-Titans Scrap & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Nashville where the Bucs and Titans wrapped up their 2 days of joint practices with a scrap. Plus Tom Brady's return date to the Bucs is not certain and we answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs Left Guard position, Rays roster, stadium plans, college football and old Sombrero stories.

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Bucs-Titans Joint Practices & Your Football Mailbag Questions

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 05:06:08 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Nashville where the Bucs and Titans are holding joint practices this week plus we answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs and USF 100% correct.

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Why Gerry Bohanon Will Start At QB For USF, Billy Napier's Recruiting at Florida & The Top 25

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:05:12 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss why Jeff Scott is going with quarterback Gerry Bohanon at USF, how Billy Napier is recruiting at Florida and a look at his AP Top 25 ballot.

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Rays Shutout Yankees, Bucs Bring Back Carl Nassib & Gerry Bohanon Named USF Starting QB

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 05:08:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-0 shutout of the Yankees to open their series. Plus the Bucs bring back Carl Nassib to help the pass rush and USF names Gerry Bohanon their starting QB as Timmy McClain enters the transfer portal.

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Kyle Trask Shows Well In Bucs Preseason Opener & Drew Rasmussen Takes Perfect Game Into 9th Inning

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:00:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs preseason opening loss to Miami as Kyle Trask showed well taking about 80% of the snaps. Plus Drew Rasmussen took a perfect game into the 9th inning for the Rays as they took 2 of 3 from the Orioles.

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Tom Brady To Take Extended Leave From Bucs Training Camp For Personal Reasons

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Tom Brady is missing the next 10 days of Training Camp for personal reasons but no one in the organization seems worried. Plus your mailbag questions about the Rays playoff chances, offense and stadium.

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Bucs Practice With Dolphins and Your Training Camp Mailbag Questions

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs first day of joint practices with the Dolphins where they got some injury scares which turned out to just be cramps. Plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Robert Hainsey, Jamel Dean, Jaelon Darden, post-Tom Brady plans, sports science and more.

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Buccaneers Storylines Before Joint Practices With The Dolphins

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs storylines heading into joint practices with the Miami Dolphins this week including Robert Hainsey at center, Kyle Trask's opportunities and Tua Tagovailoa facing Tom Brady after the Dolphins tried to get him last season.

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Sean Murphy-Bunting on This Bucs Season, Last Year's Injury and His Charity Event This Sunday

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with Buccaneers Cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting about his mindset this season, his injury last year, Tom Brady's return and his charity event coming up this weekend. Plus the 1st College Football Coaches Poll is out and you'll never guess the top 4 teams!

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Tom Brady Returns To Bucs Practice, Kyle Trask's Struggles & Rays Walk To Series Win Over Tigers

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 04:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Tom Brady's return to Buccaneers practice after missing some time for personal reasons, Kyle Trask appears to be struggling and the Rays walk their way to a series win over the Tigers with 27 walks in the 4 games.

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MAILBAG: Rick and Darek Open the Mailbag and Answer Your Question about Bucs, Bolts and Much More!

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp answer followers' questions as we do each Friday in our Mailbag segment.

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Marc Topkin Joins Rick for a Complete Rays Update - Trade Deadline, Wednesday Win, Wild Card Outlook and More

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Tampa Bay Times longtime Rays beat reporter Marc Topkin joins Rick for today's show to give you a complete rundown on the current state of the squad.

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Brady-to-Dolphins REALLY Almost Happened, Bowles Gets Heated, Lenny Gets Shirtless and Phillips Lands With O's

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 04:00:21 GMT

We had planned on moving the Mailbag segment up to today but Tuesday's events warranted a course reversal. Rick Stroud had plenty to say on the Miami Dolphins getting popped for tampering with Tom Brady. Does it all explain Brady's "retirement"? Also, Todd Bowles challenged his players for getting a little too drained by the heat - although it does appear the Bucs will move inside on Brady's 45th Birthday. Leonard Fournette - shirtless - settles things up nicely with Rick, and Brett Phillips is now an Oriole.

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Brady Speaks!! (Not so Glowingly About Center Situation), Farewell to Brett Phillips, DeShaun Watson Suspension Too Short?

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 04:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud asked the first few questions of a, let's say not-thrilled Tom Brady after Day One of padded practice. The Rays make a couple of minor trades but lose a player with major popularity, and DeShaun Watson's discipline is a little light in Rick's eyes.

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No Vet Pickup as Bucs Stick with Hainsey at Center, WR Group Excites, Rays add Vet OF While Going 1-2 on Weekend, Rowdies Roll Along

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 04:00:39 GMT

Rick Stroud goes through the top two events of the first weekend in Bucs camp, namely the team not (yet anyway) going the veteran pickup route for Ryan Jensen's replacement, and how well the wideout group is shaping up. Also the Rays add OF David Peralta ahead of the trade deadline, go 1-2 with the offense still the issue, and Darek Sharp discusses the latest in a long line of wins for the Rowdies.

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Bucs Stick with Hainsey at Center, Developments at WR, Rays Slide Into 3rd Wild Card Spot, Rowdies Win Again

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 04:00:18 GMT

Rick Stroud on why the Bucs have not gone the veteran route for a new center, running through a great-looking WR group, more offensive problems for the Rays as they slip in the standings (but pick up an OF ahead of the deadline), and Darek Sharp on the latest Rowdies' win.

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Bucs Center Ryan Jensen Goes Down With Serious Injury - Rick Says It Could've Been Prevented. Plus our Mailbag Segment

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 04:00:44 GMT

The last show of the week is usually reserved for your Mailbag questions, but the big injury to the Buccaneers center takes top billing, before Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp get into some of the topics on your mind as well.

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Training Camp Day One Recap - Julio Jones, Kyle Rudolph on Joining Fold, and a Fournette Weight Check

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:04 GMT

Naturally the show is dominated by the first day of Buccaneers training camp. Rick Stroud tells you what Tom Brady's newest targets had to say, how impressive the offense looked and much more.

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Bucs Add WR Julio Jones, Rick and Joey Give Complete Preview of Top Storylines as Training Camp Starts Wednesday!

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:52 GMT

On the eve of Buccaneers training camp, a major wide receiver is added to the mix. Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times fellow Bucs reporter Joey Knight completely cover that move, as well as a lot of other top storylines they're watching out for as camp begins Wednesday.

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Kiermaier Rays' Playing Days Likely Done with Hip Surgery, Bucs Training Camp Primer and Darek Talks with USF QBs

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 04:05:37 GMT

Perhaps the toughest injury news of a season filled with it for the Rays... both Kevin Kiermaier and Mike Zunino need season-ending surgery. Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp figure that will end both of their careers with Tampa Bay and discuss their impacts. Also Rick gets you ready for Wednesday's first Buc training camp workout, and Darek lets you know about his conversations with most of the USF football offense - and the unveiling of the team's new uniforms.

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Buccaneer Rookies Report, USF News & Rays Drop Out of Wild Card Lead

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp (filling in for Steve Versnick the next two weeks) take you through reporting weekend for Buc rookies, a key addition to the USF football staff along with more Bulls notes, and how it was a tough weekend for the Rays in KC.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Roster, Rays Trade Deadline Needs & College Football Realignment

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 04:36:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs roster, could Carl Nassib return, Rays trade deadline targets, Tyler Glasnow, stadium location, college football realignment and more.

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Bucs Sign TE Kyle Rudolph, Jimmy Garoppolo Seeks Trade Destination & College Football Realignment

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing tight end Kyle Rudolph to a 1-year contract. Plus just how good will the Saints be with Jameis Winston as QB, 49ers give permission for Jimmy Garoppolo to find a trade destination and some college football realignment talk.

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Shane McClanahan's All-Star Game Start & Rob Manfred Comments On Rays Stadium Location

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 04:00:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rays' Shane McClanahan's start in the All-Star Game, Rob Manfred comments on Tampa as his perferred location for a new stadium and the worst day of the year in the sports calendar.

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Shane McClanahan Is AL Starting Pitcher & Gronk's Girlfriend Thinks He'll Play Again

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:16:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rays Pitcher Shane McClanahan being named the American League starter and Juan Soto wins the Home Run Derby. Plus Rob Gronkowski's girlfriend doesn't think he's done playing, Tom Brady take heat for his comments about parenting and Leonard Fournette's weight from mini-camp goes viral now.

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Rays Enter All-Star Break 10 Games Above .500

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Rays 1st half which sees them 10-games-over .500 at the All-Star Break despite all the injuries. Plus the Lightning made big moves last week including locking up their core of Anthony Cirelli, Mikhail Sergachev and Erik Cernak long-term.

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MAILBAG: Bucs RBs and OL, Bryon Leftwich, Kevin Cash & Wander Franco

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 04:00:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs running backs and offensive line, which new addition will have bigger impact, why Byron Leftwich didn't get a head coaching job, how good is Kevin Cash, was signing Wander Franco a mistake, will the Rays sell at trade deadline and writers celebrating with a team.

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Neil Solondz on Rays Season Including 16 Players Currently On IL and Shane McClanahan's Development

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Neil Solondz from the Tampa Bay Ray Radio Network to discuss the 16 players on the IL for the Rays, Shane McClanahan's development, Corey Kluber's impact and the defensive drop this season for the team.

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Gronk Says He's "Done With Football" & More On The Future For Florida's Big 3 College Football Programs

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rob Gronkowski's most firm denial that he will return to football. Plus Matt Baker joins us for part 2 of our conversation on the rise and fall of the Big 3 college football programs in Florida and where Brett Phillips catch on Monday night ranks all-time for the Rays.

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How Florida, Florida State and Miami Became The Big 3 College Football Programs 30+ Years Ago

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 04:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker on his 3-part series documenting the rise and fall of the Big 3 football programs in the state of Florida. Matt gets into how Florida, Florida State and Miami became so dominant in the 1990s like no state has ever done before.

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Rays Bad Weekend In Cincinnati & Refuting A Report The Bucs Want Jimmy Garoppolo

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting swept by the Reds as they failed to get key hits, made more base running errors and saw Wander Franco, Kevin Kiermaier and Jeffrey Springs placed on the Injured List. Plus Rick refutes a report that the Bucs are interested in Jimmy Garoppolo.

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MAILBAG: Rays Baserunning, Bucs Training Camp and Lightning Roster Moves

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 04:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Rays baserunning, Bucs Training Camp, Tristan Wirfs, Jason Pierre-Paul, Lightning's Nick Paul, Ryan McDonagh trade and the future of College Football.

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Bucs NFC South Rival Panthers Trade For Baker Mayfield

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 04:00:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick examine the Carolina Panthers trading for Baker Mayfield and how that acquisition impacts the Buccaneers in the NFC South. Plus the Lightning's schedule is out for the 2022-23 season.

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Rick's Back From Vacation and Rays Bats Come Back To Life

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud is back from vacation as he and Steve Versnick catch on everything Rick missed including the Lightning losing the Stanley Cup, the Rays bats going quiet then heating up and more.

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Rays Bats Go Cold Again & Lightning Trade Ryan McDonagh

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 04:22:38 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Rays recent offensive outburst to win the series over the Blue Jays and then the bats went silent in Boston as they get 2 hits in a 4-0 shutout. Plus the Lightning re-sign free agent Nick Paul and trade defenseman Ryan McDonagh to Nashville.

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USC and UCLA To Join The Big Ten

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 04:00:13 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss the breaking news that USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac 12 to joing the Big 10. Plus a look around the state of Florida at the upcoming season for the Gators, Bulls, Seminoles and Hurricanes.

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Position Battles Heading Into Bucs Training Camp Under New Head Coach Todd Bowles

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:52 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times Bucs Beat Writer Joey Knight to look at the story lines going into Buccaneers Training Camp under new head coach Todd Bowles. Unlike last year, the Bucs will have some position battles in camp but one thing is known, Tom Brady will be the QB.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Incredible Pitching, What's Happened To The Offense & Why The Bad Baserunning

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:39 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to talk about the incredible Rays pitching this year, the struggles at the plate, issues on the base paths and the shaky defense at times. Plus how are the injured guys fairing, Isaac Paredes homers, Harold Ramirez, the Willy Adames trade and more.

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Putting The Lightning's 8-Year Run In Perspective

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:33 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tom Jones of the Poynter Institute for Media Studies to the discuss the Lightning's season and the 8-year run this group has been on.

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Lightning Fall Short Of Their Quest For A 3rd Straight Stanley Cup

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 06:58:27 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 loss to Colorado as the Avalanche win the Stanley Cup and end the Bolts reign at 2 straight cups. Plus the Rays sweep the Pirates to remain red-hot in interleague play.

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MAILBAG: Rays Hitting, Baseball Hall of Fame & Sensitivity of Fans

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Rays hitting, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, the Baseball Hall of Fame and are Tampa Bay fans too sensitive?

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Lightning Lose Game 4 In Overtime, Now On The Brink of Elimination

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 06:45:23 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 Overtime loss in Game 4 to put them on the brink of elimination in the Stanley Cup Final. Plus Rick Stroud on the Deshaun Watson news that he has settled most of the civil suits against him.

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Rob Gronkowski Retires Again & Lightning Looking To Even Up Stanley Cup Final

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 04:07:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rob Gronkowski's announcement that he is retiring once again from football leaving the Bucs with a hole at Tight End. Plus the Lightning prepare for Game 4 tonight as they look to even up the Stanley Cup Final at 2-2.

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Lightning Win Big In Game 3 & Rays Bats Still Cold

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 07:52:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-2 win over the Avalanche in Game 3 as they ran off Colorado goalie Darcy Kuemper and played a much better game. Plus the Rays' bats continue to spoil good pitching as they lose to the Yankees and Ndamukong Suh says it looks like he won't be back with the Bucs.

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Lightning Blown Out As They Trail Colorado 2-0 In Stanley Cup Final

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's hole in the Stanley Cup Final series as they trail the Avalanche 2-0 with game 3 tonight at Amalie Arena. Plus the Rays end a 2-7 road trip as their bats are very cold.

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MAILBAG: Lightning's Legacy, Anthony Cirelli, Rays Offense & Bucs Sean Murphy-Bunting Position

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:00:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the Lightning are a dynasty, Steven Stamkos' legacy, how to honor the Bolts, Anthony Cirelli, Rays offense, Rays younger players, robot umpires, TV deals and Sean Murphy-Bunting's position.

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Lightning Lose Game 1 in Overtime & Rays Defense Lets Them Down Again In New York

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 06:14:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 OT loss to the Avalanche in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup as Brayden Point returned to the lineup but it wasn't enough. Plus the Rays lose again in New York as the outfield lets them down defensively again.

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Stanley Cup Final Preview & Rays Lack of Defense Leads To Loss in New York

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:59 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Report Mari Faiello to preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Lightning and Avalanche. Plus the Rays defense lets them down in New York as they drop Game 1 to the Yankees.

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Neil Solondz on the Rays First 60 Games And Previewing The Yankee Series

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Neil Solondz from Rays Radio to discuss the current state of the Rays as they are 35-25 heading into a big series at Yankee Stadium where they look to keep pace with New York.

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Lightning Defeat Rangers, Make 3rd Consecutive Stanley Cup Final

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:38:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning clinching their 3rd consecutive appearance in the Stanley Cup Final after beating the Rangers in 6 games and suffocating their star players. Plus the Mike Evan Foundation gala and the Rays lose 2 of 3 in Minnesota as the baserunning needs work.

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Tom Brady's Football Journey Isn't Over & Mailbag Questions On Bucs Roster, Rays Hitting and Nikita Kucherov

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's comments after the Buccaneers mandatory minicamp about playing this year and more. Plus Rick and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs roster, Rays hitting and Nikita Kucherov.

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Mike Evans' Legacy & Rays Rout The Cardinals

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 05:52:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans legacy as he enters his 9th season in the NFL and the Rays rout the Cardinals 11-3 as the bats wake up.

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Lightning Beat Rangers 4-1 to Even Series, Rays Walk-Off Cardinals & Leonard Fournette Shows Up Overweight at Bucs Minicamp

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:03:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 win to even the series with the Rangers at 2-2. Plus the Rays walk-off the Cardinals, Joe Maddon is fired in Los Angeles and the Bucs minicamp begins with Tom Brady at QB and Leonard Fournette overweight.

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Tom Brady's Crazy Offseason Heading Into Minicamp & Lightning Look To Even Series With The Rangers

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick detail Tom Brady's crazy offseason as he is expected to be at Buccaneers Mandatory Minicamp this week under new Head Coach Todd Bowles. Also the Lightning host Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals as they look to even the series at 2-2 and the Rays begin a series vs. the Cardinals at Tropicana Field.

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Lightning Beat Rangers With More Kucherov Magic, Rays Lose Series To White Sox & Bucs Prepare For Minicamp

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 win over the Rangers in Game 3 as Nikita Kucherov makes another brilliant pass to setup Ondrej Palat for the game winner with 42-seconds remaining. Plus the Rays drop 2-of-3 from the White Sox and the Bucs prepare for mandatory mini-camp this week.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick Retires & Mailbag Questions On Bucs Defensive Line, Tom Brady's Offseason and Rays Hitters

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 04:00:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ryan Fitzpatrick's retirement from football after 17 seasons in the NFL. Plus your mailbag questions on Bucs Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Akiem Hicks, Warren Sapp, free agents, Tom Brady's offseason, Rays hitters and who is the best goalie.

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Lightning Lose Game 1 To Rangers, Tom Brady Wins 'The Match' & Rays Win In Extra Innings

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 05:54:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-2 loss to the Rangers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final as they were outplayed and plagued by 28 giveaways. Plus Tom Brady win his first 'The Match' and the Rays finally get some runs and beat Texas in 11 innings.

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Bucs Sign Akiem Hicks, Kyle Trask's Development, Lightning Ready For Rangers & Wander Franco on Injured List

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:20:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Kyle Trask is ready to play for the Buccaneers, signing Akiem Hicks instead of Ndamukong Suh, the Lightning set for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final tonight in New York and the Rays offense has cooled off as Wander Franco goes on the Injured List.

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Lightning To Face Rangers In Eastern Conference Final & Rays Need More Hitting

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning facing the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference Final starting Wednesday as it's Igor Shesterkin vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy. Plus the Rays split their series vs the Yankees then get beat in Texas to open that series but need more hitting.

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Will Gronk Play This Year And Your Mailbag Questions On Kyle Trask, Wander Franco and Lightning Playoff Run

Fri, 27 May 2022 04:00:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Rob Gronkowski is going to play this season after he was catching passes with Tom Brady earlier this week plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs backup QB spot, will they sign any more free agents, Wander Franco's recent struggles and just how good is this Lightning team.

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Covering Sports in Tampa Bay And The Life Of A Reporter

Thu, 26 May 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 who is leaving the business to join Habitat for Humanity. They discuss covering Tampa Bay sports and the life of a reporter.

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The Lightning's Will To Win & How Good Is Andrei Vasilevskiy

Wed, 25 May 2022 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Ed Encina to discuss the Lightning's 4-game sweep of the Panthers, how good is Andrei Vasilevskiy and which matchup would be best next round.

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Lightning Shutout Panthers To Complete 4-Game Sweep

Tue, 24 May 2022 05:30:58 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning completing a 4-game sweep of the Panthers as Andrei Vasilevskiy stops all 49 Panthers shots and Bolts advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the 6th time in 8 seasons.

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Lightning Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead Over Panthers & Rays Rough Weekend In Baltimore

Mon, 23 May 2022 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-0 series lead against the Panthers as Nikita Kucherov is making unworldly plays and Andrei Vasilevskiy has been fantastic. Plus the Rays have a rough weekend in Baltimore as they blow 2 leads to lose in extra innings.

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MAILBAG: Brayden Point, Rob Gronkowski, Randy Arozarena and More

Fri, 20 May 2022 04:00:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Lightning's chances vs. the Panthers, the President's Trophy curse, the Buccaneers offense under Todd Bowles, who is QB2, will Rob Gronkowski return, Tom Brady's Fox contract, Rays hitting and robot umps.

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Many Bucs Veterans In Attendance at First OTAs

Thu, 19 May 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Bucs writer Joey Knight to discuss this week's first voluntary OTAs as many of the veterans were in attendance. Plus how USF Head Coach Jeff Scott got a transfer QB from Baylor.

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Lightning Win Game 1 Over Panthers, Rays Beat Tigers & Tom Brady's New Netflix Series

Wed, 18 May 2022 05:18:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 win over the Panthers in Game 1 as Nikita Kucherov shows why he's one of the best players in the world. Plus the Rays break out the bats as they beat the Tigers 8-1 and Tom Brady has another TV series deal.

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Buccaneers Rookie Minicamp Observations

Tue, 17 May 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Rick Stroud with his observations from the Buccaneers rookie minicamp this past weekend and who the Bucs are looking to get production from this season.

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Lightning Win Game 7 Over Leafs To Advance & Rays Take 2 of 3 From Blue Jays

Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 win in Game 7 over the Maple Leafs to advance to the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs vs. the Panthers. Plus the Rays take 2 of 3 from the Blue Jays in a very Rays fashion.

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Lightning Force Game 7 Against Maple Leafs & Bucs' Schedule is Released

Fri, 13 May 2022 06:15:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Lightning's 4-3 overtime win in Game 6 over the Maple Leafs to force a deciding Game 7 on Saturday night. Plus the Bucs learn there schedule and it's quite a gauntlet to start the season.

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NIL: What Are We Doing Here?

Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:22 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the latest on Name, Image and Likeness in college sports and if it's simply become pay for play.

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Lightning On Brink Of Elimination, Rays No-Hit In Anaheim & Tom Brady's Post-Playing Career Plans

Wed, 11 May 2022 05:22:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a dark day in Tampa Bay sports as the Lightning blow a 3rd period lead and face elimination on Thursday night in Game 6, the Rays are no-hit by Reid Detmers who only faced 1 batter over the minimum and Tom Brady announced his post-football career plans as an analyst for Fox Sports.

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Tom Brady's Back To Work & Lightning Preparing for Game 5 Tonight In Toronto

Tue, 10 May 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady back to working out again as he posts a photo with a football while wearing a Bucs helmet and the Lightning prepare for tonight's pivotal Game 5 in Toronto.

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Lightning Even Series at 2-2, Rays Are Hot On West Coast & USF Gets A QB

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:43:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 7-3 win on Sunday to even their series with Toronto at 2-2. Plus the Rays are 6-1 on the West Coast and USF gets a new QB.

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MAILGBAG: Rob Gronkowski, Bucs Offense Under Todd Bowles, Mike Zunino & Anti-Mount Rushmore of Tampa Bay Sports

Fri, 06 May 2022 04:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Rob Gronkowski's future, the Bucs schedule, the offense under Todd Bowles, why they didn't draft a wide receiver, Mike Zunino's bat and the Anti-Mount Rushmore of Tampa Bay Sports.

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Lightning Even Playoff Series With 5-3 Win & Bucs To Play Seahawks In Germany

Thu, 05 May 2022 05:09:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win in Game 2 over Toronto to even the series as the stars stepped up including Victor Hedman and Nikita Kucherov. Plus the Buccaneers will play the Seahawks in Germany in Week 10 the NFL season.

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Lightning Looking For Better Effort In Game 2 & Why Bucs Drafted A Punter

Wed, 04 May 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning looking for a better game tonight in Toronto for Game 2 of their series. Plus why the Bucs drafted a punter in the 4th round and how Devin White could have a big year this season.

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Lightning Lose 5-0 To Open Stanley Cup Playoffs & Bucs Adding Small Wide Receivers

Tue, 03 May 2022 04:57:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Lightning's 5-0 loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Bolts struggled with mistakes and penalties. Plus the Bucs maybe changing some things on offense with Todd Bowles taking over as Head Coach and Rays win in Oakland.

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Breaking Down The Bucs NFL Draft & Lightning-Maple Leafs Playoff Preview

Mon, 02 May 2022 05:14:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers NFL Draft picks and how it impacts the team this year, preview the Lightning's 1st round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs vs Toronto and the Rays send Josh Lowe back to Triple-A.

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Bucs Trade Out Of First Round In NFL Draft

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:49:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs trading back in the NFL Draft from pick #27 to #33 so they don't select a player in Day 1. What does this mean and could they trade back again before they pick. Plus the Lightning lose in Columbus in a game that lacked effort and the Rays win their 3rd series in a row.

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MAILBAG: What Will Bucs Look To Do In NFL Draft & Lightning's Chances At Winning A 3 Straight Stanley Cup

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 04:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers picking up the 5th year option on Devin White, Steven Stamkos with another milestone and your mailbag questions answered 100% correct on the Bucs present draft and past drafts, the salary cap, Shelton Quarles and the Lightning's chances of winning a 3rd straight Stanley Cup.

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Tom Brady's Retirement Gift To Bruce Arians & Chris Simms' Report On Dolphins Trying To Trade For Him

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 04:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud on the latest from the Buccaneers at the Bruce Arians Family Foundation Golf Outing including the watch Tom Brady is giving Bruce Arians and the latest on Chris Simms' report that the Dolphins offered a 2nd round pick for Brady while the Bucs deny ever talking about trading him.

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Lightning Score 22 Goals in 3 Games & Rays Playing Better After Red Sox Series Win

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-game winning streak which has seen them score 22 goals as the playoffs begin in less than 1 week and the Rays won their series over the Red Sox with a walk-off win in 10 innings on Saturday as they no-hit the Red Sox for 9 innings.

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Tom Brady's Return Is Impacting The Bucs Preparation For This Week's NFL Draft

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud on the upcoming NFL Draft for the Buccaneers and some players and positions they could target as Tom Brady returns to quarterback the team which impacts their selections.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft, Tom Brady, Jason Light, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Kevin Kiermaier and More

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 04:00:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs Draft, Tom Brady's off-sesaon plans, Kyle Trask, Jason Licht, Lightning's season, Mikhail Sergachev, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Mike Zunino, Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi.

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Why Raheem Morris Should Get Another NFL Head Coaching Job

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 04:06:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rams Head Coach Sean McVay's comments about why Raheem Morris isn't a Head Coach in the NFL again as Rick goes back down Misery Lane to remember the state of the Bucs 13 years ago.

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Tom Brady Says Bucs Need To Make A Lot of Corrections

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 05:02:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's interview with ESPN where he said the Bucs have to make a lot of "corrections". Plus the Lightning lose to Detroit and the Rays beat the Cubs.

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Tom Brady's Announcements, Bucs Assistant Promoted & Inside Breaking News Stories

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 04:00:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's announcements on the final episode of 'Man In The Arena' and 'The Match' golf tournament coming this June. Plus a Buccaneers Assistant Coach gets a promotion, the USFL cuts a guy over pizza and a mailbag questions about Adam Schefter and Adrian Wojnarowski.

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Lightning With 2 Wild Wins & Rays Struggling Defensively

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 04:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's wins over the Ducks and Jets that saw Andrei Vasilevskiy pulled, Alex Killorn with 2 goals overturned and the Bolts score the final 5 goals on Saturday. Plus the Rays are off to a rough start in the field as they are piecing together the pitching through injuries and the Bandits first game in the USFL was postponed until tonight with severe weather in Birmingham.

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MAILBAG: Lightning's Reign, Rays Pitching Injuries & Position Players Pitching

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:33:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your questions about the Rays and Lightning including if we are seeing the Bolts dominant reign ending, Brian Elliott's performance, should the Rays have kept Joey Wendle, what's up with the pitching injuries, and if Rays don't win an championship soon will it be a lost decade.

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Buccaneers Mailbag & USFL Kicks Off This Weekend

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 04:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Shaq Mason, Keanu Neal, and free agency. Plus the USFL kicks off this weekend and Derek Carr gets a big contract from the Raiders.

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Brett Phillips Homers For 8-Year-Old & Tristan Wirfs Finally Has Tom Brady's Phone Number

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 05:27:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a touching moment at the Rays game as Brett Phillips hits a homerun for an 8-year-old girl who's battling cancer, Rays Pitching is struggling, Bucs Tackle Tristan Wirfs finally has Tom Brady's phone number and Lightning lose in Dallas.

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Why Tom Brady Is Comfortable With Todd Bowles As Head Coach

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud details why Tom Brady may be more comfortable playing under Todd Bowles than Bruce Arians as he comes from the Bill Parcells coaching tree like Bill Belichick.

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Rays Sweep Orioles To Start 3-0 & Lightning Shutout Sabres

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:11:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays season opening sweep of the Orioles that saw Wander Franco get off to a hot start and Corey Kluber make his Rays debut. Plus the Lightning lose in OT to the Bruins then shutout the Sabres to lower their magic number to 2 to make the playoffs.

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Rays Expectations As Opening Day Is Here

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin as the Rays get set to host the Orioles today for Opening Day and the Rays looking to win the AL East for the 3rd straight season.

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Bucs Re-Sign Blaine Gabbert Plus Mailbag Questions About Kyle Trask, Tom Brady and Brandon Lowe

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 04:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about Kyle Trask, Bucs draft needs, defensive depth, Tom Brady ownership possibilities, Saints trading for a 1st round pick, Rays pitching and Brandon Lowe.

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Gronk Not Willing To Commit Right Now, Will Bucs Re-Sign Blaine Gabbert & Manuel Margot Gets A New Contract

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:09 GMT

Rick Stroud on Rob Gronkowski's comments that he isn't willing to commit to playing football yet, why the Bucs haven't re-signed Blaine Gabbert and Manuel Margot gets a big contract from the Rays. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays chances this season and the Bucs succession plan for Offensive Coordinator if Byron Leftwich gets a head coaching job next season.

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Rays Trade Austin Meadows & Auston Matthews Lights Up The Bolts

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 05:38:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays trading Austin Meadows to Detroit for an infielder and a draft pick clearing the way for Josh Lowe to play. Plus Auston Matthews get a hat trick as the Maple Leafs bury the Lightning 6-2, Kansas wins the National Championship in basketball and why Blaine Gabbert hasn't been re-signed by the Bucs yet.

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Debunking Bruce Arians Retirement Conspiracy Theories

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the conspiracy theories surrounding Bruce Arians' retirement as the Buccaneers Head Coach and why he made the decision. Plus the Lightning's weekend as they went 1-1, Tiger Woods might play at the Masters and tonight's National Championship Game.

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Todd Bowles Introductory Press Conference & Lightning Enter Final Month Of Regular Season

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:00:03 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to discuss Bruce Arians' retirement and Todd Bowles introductory press conference. They Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina joins us to discuss the Lightning's final month of the regular season and what to expect in the playoffs.

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Bruce Arians Retires And Todd Bowles Named Buccaneers Head Coach

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers news that Bruce Arians is retiring from coaching to move to the front office and Todd Bowles has been given a 5-year contract to coach the Bucs. What does this mean moving forward and what is Arians' legacy in Tampa Bay.

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Neil Solondz on What To Expect From The Rays This Season

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:44:35 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Rays Radio's Neil Solondz to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays as Opening Day is now 9 days away.

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Tom Jones On Bucs Chances With Brady, Bolts Chances For 3 In A Row and Rays Chances This Season

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by former Tampa Bay Times writer Tom Jones to discuss the Buccaneers chances this year with Tom Brady returning, the Lightning's chances of 3 in a row as they are slumping and the Rays chances heading into a new season.

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Lightning Start Winning Again, Bucs Sign More Players & Rays Trade for Right-Handed Outfielder

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 04:05:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2 wins over the weekend where they finally started playing their game, the Bucs sign some more players, the Final Four is set and the Rays trade for a right-handed outfielder.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Chris Godwin, Leonard Fournette, Rays Offseason & Andrei Vasilevskiy

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady, Ndamukong Suh, Jason Pierre-Paul, Logan Ryan, Alex Cappa, Jordan Whitehead, Leonard Fournette, Chris Godwin, NFL Draft, Rays offseason moves, the shift and Andrei Vasilevskiy.

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Bucs GM Jason Licht Hopes Tom Brady Plays Here More Than 3 Years

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 04:30:14 GMT

Rick Stroud on Buccaneers GM Jason Licht's comments that he hope Tom Brady plays in Tampa for many more years. Plus Tyreek Hill traded to the Dolphins and fallout from the Browns trading for Deshaun Watson.

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Playoff Lenny Becomes "Paid Off" Lenny

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 05:26:58 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers re-signing Leonard Fournette to a 3-year deal and William Gholston to a 1-year deal. Plus Cam Brate shares a photo of Bucs players at his wedding and the Lightning lose a close one to Carolina as penalties cost them.

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NFC South Quarterback Shuffle

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:17:00 GMT

Rick Stroud details the QB Carousel in the NFC South that's gone from the Bucs having the biggest question mark to having the only playoff tested QB. Plus the Lightning make more deals and Shane Baz has minor elbow surgery for the Rays.

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Did Tom Brady Return To The Bucs Because His Retirement Plans Fell Through?

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:11:02 GMT

Rick Stroud details how the returning to the Buccaneers might have been Plan B for Tom Brady after he announced his retirement in February. Plus the Bucs are now requiring a 2-year commitment for new season ticket holders and the Lightning make big moves in trading Mathieu Joseph, Taylor Raddysh and Boris Katchouk as they prepare for another playoff run.

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Chris Godwin Signs Long Term Deal With Bucs & Best Time Of Year In Tampa Bay

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:00:16 GMT

Rick Stroud on Chris Godwin's new contract with the Buccaneers, Mike Evans restructures his deal and Cameron Brate takes a pay cut. Plus it's the best time of the year in Tampa Bay as the Valspar Championship is underway, March Madness is in full swing and Spring Training Baseball games are beginning.

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NFL's New Year Is Here and More Mailbag Questions On Tom Brady, Deshaun Watson, Rays and Lightning

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 04:00:15 GMT

Rick Stroud with the latest on the Buccaneers as the NFL's new year begins and the Bucs have restructured some contracts to get under the salary cap. Plus more of your mailbag questions on Tom Brady's return, Deshaun Watson, Bucs throwback uniforms, the Rays and Lightning.

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BUCS MAILBAG: Tom Brady's Return, Russell Gage Added, Jordan Whitehead and Alex Cappa Depart

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including why Tom Brady came back, how the addition of Russell Gage helps the Bucs, is Tyler Johnson and Ronald Jones busts, did the Bengals tamper with Alex Cappa, will Ryan Jensen go into the Bucs Ring of Honor and how many primetime games will Bucs get this year.

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Bucs Bring Back CB Carlton Davis As Tom Brady's Return Continues To Impact Free Agency

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on Bucs free agency as Carlton Davis signs a 3-year deal to return as Tom Brady's impact continues to be felt in re-signing guys.

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Tom Brady Is Returning To The Buccaneers

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:13:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick have the latest on Tom Brady returning to the Buccaneers after announcing his retirement 40 days ago.

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Bucs Continue To Try To Sign Chris Godwin To Long Term Deal & Carson Wentz to Commanders

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud with the latest on the Bucs attempts to sign Chris Godwin to a long-term deal before free agency begins and the Commanders trade for Carson Wentz.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Needs, Franchise Tag, Rob Gronkowski, Carlton Davis & Where Will Deshaun Watson End Up

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 05:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including the Bucs draft needs, will Rob Gronkowski retire, is Cyril Grayson back, why franchise tagged players only have until July 15 to sign long-term deal and what Bucs plans are if they can't re-sign Carlton Davis.

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Bucs Tag Chris Godwin, Aaron Rodgers Stays In Green Bay & Seahawks Trade Russell Wilson

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:14:22 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs using the Franchise Tag on Chris Godwin as they couldn't come to a longer term deal, Aaron Rodgers staying in Green Bay and Russell Wilson being dealt to the Broncos. Plus the Lightning get off to a slow start again as they lose to Winnipeg and Baseball is still negotiating.

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Bucs Prepared To Use Franchise Tag On Chris Godwin Again If Deal Isn't Reached

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers preparing to use the Franchise Tag on Chris Godwin if they can't come to a long-term deal before 4pm today. Plus Calvin Ridley suspended by the NFL for 1-year for gambling, MLB preparing to cancel another week of games as the lockout drags on and the Lightning continue their road trip in Winnipeg tonight.

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Andrei Vasilevskiy's Incredible Night & The Case For Kyle Trask To Be Bucs QB

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:14:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Andrei Vasilevskiy's unreal performance on Sunday as the Lightning shook off a bad 1st period to beat the Blackhawks 6-3. Plus the case for Kyle Trask to be the Buccaneers starting quarterback.

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Tom Brady Still Doesn't Have 'Clear Vision' Of What His Future Holds

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:39:20 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's latest statements about retirement and what he'll do next. Plus your mailbag questions on Major League Baseball's lockout and more.

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MAILBAG: Bucs QB, Offensive Line, Running Game, Bruce Arians & More

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:00:56 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs QB options, should the Bucs run the ball more next year, how Ali Marpet's retirement changes the offseason, how good of a coach is Bruce Arians and who would win - the Bucs 2020 offense vs. the Bucs 2002 Defense.

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Bucs Leaving Light On For Tom Brady But Don't Expect Him To Play This Season

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:26:42 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis at the NFL Combine where Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Bruce Arians addressed the media to temper expectations of what the Bucs options are at QB and how they are leaving the light on for Tom Brady if he decides to play again. Plus the Lightning score 5 straight goals to beat Ottawa and MLB cancels the first week of games.

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Bucs To Play In Germany This Year & Creamsicle Throwback Uniforms To Wait Until 2023

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:02:55 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on the Buccaneers as it was announced they will play a home game in Germany this season and the creamsicle throwback uniforms will have to wait until 2023 due to supply chain issues. Plus baseball owners and players are still negotiating to avoid the cancellation of Opening Day.

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Ali Marpet Announces Retirement & Lightning Win Stadium Series Game

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud on the surprising announcement from Bucs OL Ali Marpet that he is retiring after 7 seasons at the age of 28. Why is he calling it quits and what does this mean for the Bucs in free agency and the draft. Plus the Lightning win in the Stadium Series game in Nashville as Bolts Nation was out in full force and a very successful Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding this weekend.

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Why Blaine Gabbert Could Be The Bucs Starter This Year

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:00:51 GMT

Rick Stroud goes into more detail about the Bucs quarterback situation and why it could be Blaine Gabbert starting this season behind center, plus Rick wins 2 majors awards from his peers, Tom Brady gets into acting, has OJ Howard played his last down for the Bucs and what if baseball doesn't play this season.

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MAILBAG: Could Kyle Trask Start, Why Tom Brady Retired & Bruce Arians Future

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:51:35 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including if drafting Kyle Trask was a wasted pick, if Tom Brady will stay retired, if Brady is upset at the Bucs, could Bruce Arians retire, how Bucs special teams played and will more teams do what the Rams did an give up lots of picks to win now.

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Matt Baker on Daytona 500, Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, Kyle Trask and the College Football Playoff

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:02 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football and Racing Writer Matt Baker to breakdown last week's Daytona 500, look ahead to the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding and talk if Kyle Trask could be like Mac Jones in the NFL and how the conference commissioners rejected a College Football Playoff expansion.

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Did The Bruce Arians-Tom Brady Relationship Really Sour?

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:58 GMT

Rick Stroud details his conversation with Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians who refutes reports that his relationship with Tom Brady had soured causing him to retire. Plus Antonio Brown melts down on social media about his injury blaming the Bucs and Tom Brady and Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard suspended for throwing hands with another coach.

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Rick and Tom on Canadiens Hiring Marty St. Louis, Lightning's Stanley Cup Chances & MLB's Lockout

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 05:00:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Marty St. Louis hiring in Montreal, the Tampa Bay Lightning's season and the ongoing lockout in Major League Baseball.

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Rick and Tom On Tom Brady's Retirement and The Bucs Options at QB

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:23 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by longtime Tampa Bay Times Columnist and Rick's former radio co-host Tom Jones to discuss what the Bucs will do at Quarterback, is Tom Brady really retired and can the Bucs still win it all.

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Tom Jones Joins Rick Stroud To Discuss Bucs, Brady and the NFL

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by his former co-host Tom Jones to discuss Tom Brady's retirement, the Bucs season and the power of the NFL.

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MAILBAG: Could Bucs Trade for Deshaun Watson, Bucs Starting Running Back & Baseball's Lockout

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 05:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the possibility of the Bucs trading for Deshaun Watson and answer your mailbag questions about Bucs QB options, who will start at running back this season, will the Bucs go after other free agents, will USFL work and is baseball hurting itself with the current lockout.

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Why Ronde Barber Didn't Make the Hall of Fame This Year

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 05:00:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why Ronde Barber didn't make the Hall of Fame this year and what are his chances moving forward. Plus is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer and will Sean McVay quit coaching soon to go to broadcasting?

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Rams Follow Buccaneers Blueprint To Win Super Bowl LVI

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 05:34:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick recap Super Bowl LVI which saw the Rams follow the Buccaneers blueprint to win it all.

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Super Bowl LVI Preview

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Super Bowl LVI between the Rams and Bengals with 2 great quarterback stories in Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow.

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Buccaneers Confident Tom Brady Would Play For Them If He Plays Again

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 05:47:11 GMT

Rick Stroud discuss the Bucs confidence that if Tom Brady plays again it will be for the Buccaneers. Plus Roger Goddell's annual Super Bowl week press conference and Marty St. Louis is named interim Head Coach of the Montreal Canadiens.

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MAILBAG: Bucs QB Options, Free Agent Priorities & When Tom Brady Goes Into Ring of Honor

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 05:00:54 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the Bucs will promote within to replace Mike Caldwell, when will Tom Brady go into Bucs Ring of Honor, will Ronde Barber make the Hall of Fame, which Bucs free agents are most important to sign, how does Aaron Donald compare to Warren Sapp and should Mike Evans win the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for all the big moment footballs he's given away.

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Tom Brady Says 'Never Say Never' To Playing Again But Would It Be With The Buccaneers?

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick play NFL Conspiracy Theories after Tom Brady says 'never say never' to playing again on his Let's Go Podcast. If Brady were to return next season would it be with the Bucs or could it be another team? Plus Lovie Smith is hired by the Texans so what does that mean.

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Pro Bowl, NHL All-Star Game, Rays Stadium & Lovie Smith Is Leading Candidate To Coach Texans

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Pro Bowl, NHL All-Star Game, Rays Stadium news and Lovie Smith emerging as the leading candidate for the Houston Texans head coaching job.

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Byron Leftwich Removes Himself From Jaguars Coaching Search Then They Hire Doug Pederson

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud details his report that Byron Leftwich withdrew his name from consideration for the Jacksonville Head Coaching job and as we were taping the podcast the Jaguars hire former Eagles coach Doug Pederson. Plus the Bucs and Lightning are well represented at the NHL All-Star Game and Pro Bowl in Las Vegas this weekend and the NFL begins responding to the allegations from former Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores in his lawsuit.

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MAILBAG: Who Will Be The Buccaneers Quarterback Next Season?

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady's retirement, who will be the Bucs quarterback next season, is Matthew Stafford a hall of famer, should we celebrate the Rays split-city plan falling apart and Jim Harbaugh stays at Michigan.

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Tom Brady Makes Retirement Official

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 06:30:54 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady officially announcing his retirement from the Buccaneers and the NFL. Plus Brian Flores sues 3 teams and the NFL for discrimination in hiring and the Lightning beat the Sharks in overtime with a game-winner from Victor Hedman.

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Tom Brady Says He Is "Still Going Through The Process" About His Future

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on Tom Brady's future as he says he is 'still going through the process.' So is Tom Brady retiring or could he play a 3rd season in Tampa Bay?

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Is Tom Brady Retiring Or Still Deciding On Next Season?

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud gives the latest on Tom Brady and if the reports over the weekend might be correct saying he will retire, how reports like this come out and what's next from here. Plus it's the Rams-Bengals for Super Bowl 56.

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Bucs Coordinators Not Hired Away Yet In NFL Coaching Carousel & Championship Weekend Preview

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 06:10:17 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the NFL coaching carousel including Byron Leftwich who hasn't been hired by Jacksonville yet and now New Orleans wants to talk to him, while Todd Bowles interviewed in Vegas but it sounds like they may go a different direction. Plus we preview the NFL Championship Weekend.

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Could The Bucs Lose 4-5 Coaches This Offseason Plus Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens Fail To Make The Hall of Fame

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:23:40 GMT

Rick Stroud with the latest on Bucs coaches interviewing with other teams including the feeling inside the Bucs that Byron Leftwich will get the Jacksonville job. Plus Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame vote that saw Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens fail to make it in their last year and how the voting process compares to football.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Defense On Sunday, Todd Bowles, Special Teams Problems, Kyle Trask & Free Agents

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers all of your mailbag questions 100% correct about who's to blame for the Bucs loss on Sunday, Todd Bowles' head coaching job chances, Bucs special teams problems, Leonard Fournette's score on 4th and 1, Kyle Trask's development and Bucs free agent priorities.

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Will Tom Brady Return To The Bucs Next Season?

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the decision ahead for Tom Brady of playing another season or will he retire to spend more time with his family. If he retires, what might the Bucs do, plus Bruce Arians will probably call plays if Byron Leftwich gets a head coaching job, why the Bucs last 2 defensive plays will haunt them and get well wishes for Dick Vitale.

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Buccaneers Lose 30-27 To Rams To End Season. What is the Future For Bruce Arians and Tom Brady?

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight at Raymond James Stadium after the Buccaneers 30-27 loss to the Rams in the NFL Divisional Playoff round which saw the Bucs fall behind 27-3 and comeback to tie it with 46-seconds remaining. But Matthew Stafford hit Cooper Kupp for a big pass to setup the game winning field goal by Matt Gay. The Bucs season ends and could it mean the end for Bruce Arians and Tom Brady in Tampa Bay?

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Bucs-Rams Playoff Preview & Major League Baseball Ends The Rays Split-City Plan

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews Sunday's Bucs-Rams Divisional Playoff game plus Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin joins us to discuss Stu Sternberg's announcement that MLB has shutdown their split-city plan leaving the Rays to look to Tampa Bay, or another city, to be a full-season home beginning in the 2028 season.

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Sam Farmer On Rams Confidence Heading Into Divisional Playoff Game With Bucs

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by longtime LA Times writer Sam Farmer to preview the Bucs-Rams Divisional Playoff game from the LA perspective on Matt Stafford, OBJ, Von Miller, Cam Akers and more.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Coaching Decisions, Coordinators, Defensive Play, Training Staff and Running Back Decisions

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correctly including questions about the Bucs training staff dealing with injuries, who would replace the Coordinators if they get head coaching jobs, who's out when Fournette returns, Bruce Arian's in-game coaching, the Bucs defensive play and more.

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Buccaneers Injury Updates Ahead of This Sunday's Divisional Playoff Game vs. Rams

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with Buccaneers injury updates ahead of this weekend's Divisional Playoff game vs. the Rams including Tristan Wirfs in a walking boot but he could play on Sunday. Plus a look around the NFL and the Lightning start their California trip tonight in Los Angeles.

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Buccaneers Beats Eagles In Resounding Fashion To Advance In NFL Playoffs

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight breakdown the Buccaneers 31-15 playoff win over the Eagles that saw Tampa Bay take a 31-0 lead before conceding 2 touchdowns late in the game. The Bucs do have some injury concerns as Tristan Wirfs hurt his ankle and missed his snaps for the first time in his career. The Bucs will now face the winner of tonight's Rams-Cardinals game at Raymond James Stadium this weekend.

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Bucs-Eagles Playoff Preview

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Eagles playoff game as the Bucs are getting some players back but will have to contain a Philadelphia running game that is a lot different then when they faced each other in October.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Hurry Up Offense, Eagles Strengths, Head Coaching Jobs & Players Returning This Week

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your Bucs mailbag questions 100% correct including if the Bucs will use more hurry-up offense, could returning players get off to a slow start, will the playbook change with different receivers, could Bucs lose either coordinator to a head coaching job, any Bucs front office personnel being targeted by other teams and could Jason Licht leave.

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Georgia Knocks Off Alabama, Wins First National Championship in 41 Years

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker who was in Indianapolis where Georgia won their first National Championship in 41 years behind a tremendous defense and Stetson Bennett IV.

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Buccaneers Get Some Good News On Injured Players & Black Monday Across the NFL

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest with the Buccaneers injuries before this weekend's playoff game vs. Philadelphia as Shaq Barrett, JPP and Leonard Fournette should be back but not so certain on Lavonte David or Cyril Grayson. Plus Black Monday creates GM and coaching openings around the League and the crazy ending to the Raiders-Chargers game.

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Bucs Win Franchise Best 13th Game & Earn The Number 2 Seed In NFC

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight after the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 41-17 to finish the season with 13 wins and with help they clinched the #2 seed in the NFC to face the Eagles on Sunday afternoon. Mike Evans hit 1000 yards for the 8th straight season and Tom Brady set the Bucs all-time season passing yards mark.

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Buccaneers Finally Release Antonio Brown & Nikita Kucherov Dazzles In Return To Lightning

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 06:17:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick have the latest on the Buccaneers finally releasing Antonio Brown 4 days after he walked off the field in the middle of the game. Bruce Arians said Brown was upset over the number of targets he got in the first half, Jason Licht added the Brown wanted guarantees of incentive bonuses prior to the game and an OnlyFans model claims Brown snuck her in the team hotel the night before the game breaking COVID protocols. Plus Nikita Kucherov made his return for the Lightning and it looked like he never left.

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Antonio Brown Accuses Bucs Of Promoting False Narrative & Pressuring Him To Play With Bone Fragments In His Ankle

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 05:47:39 GMT

Rick Stroud on Antonio Brown's statement that including accusing the Bucs of pressuring him to play with bone fragments in his ankle and promoting a false narrative that he quit the team. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss the College Football Semifinals and preview Monday's Alabama-Georgia rematch.

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MAILBAG: Antonio Brown, Tom Brady's Future, Bucs Offense & Cyril Grayson, Jr.

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Antonio Brown. Bucs win in New York, Tom Brady's future, the Bucs offense, Cyril Grayson, Jr., playoff seeding, schedule changes and throwing game balls into the stands.

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Bruce Arians Comments On Antonio Brown's Departure

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bruce Arians comments, or lack thereof, on Antonio Brown leaving the sidelines during the Bucs game on Sunday.

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Buccaneers Win In Dramatic Fashion As Antonio Brown Walks Out On Team

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is in New York where the Bucs and Tom Brady came from behind to beat the Jets for their 12th win of the season but it was Antonio Brown who is getting all the headlines after he quit the team in the 3rd quarter, walking off the field shirtless and catching an Uber out of the stadium.

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Previewing Bucs-Jets and College Football Semifinals

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Jets game as Mike Evans surprised everyone at practice on Thursday and could play this weekend. Plus we preview the College Football Playoff semifinals.

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Bucs Coach Bruce Arians Test Positive for COVID, Brayden Point Dazzles In Return & College Football Playoff Preview

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 05:04:59 GMT

Rick Stroud on the newest Buccaneers to test positive for COVID including Head Coach Bruce Arians, Brayden Point returns for the Lightning and Matt Baker joins us to preview Friday's College Football Playoff Semifinals.

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MAILBAG: Quarantine Protocols, Playoff Seeding & Bucs Injuries

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the NFL will follow new CDC guidelines on quarantines for asymptomatic cases, how the Panthers new positive tests affect the Bucs, why Shaq Barrett came back in the game with a serious injury, could Leonard Fournette come back for the 1st playoff game, playoff seeding, most memorable coach Rick has covered and Christmas presents.

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Bucs Lose Shaq Barrett For Regular Season and COVID Impacting All Sports

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Shaq Barrett for the rest of the regular season, how COVID is impacting all of sports, young Bucs stepping up with the injuries and the Lightning scheduled to play the Canadiens tonight with both goalies out with COVID.

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Buccaneers Clinch NFC South For The First Time Since 2007 With 32-6 Win In Carolina

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Charlotte where the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 32-6 to clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 and guarantee at least 1 playoff game will be played at Raymond James Stadium this season. Antonio Brown returned to the lineup, caught 10 passes and blamed the media for missing the last 3 weeks. Jordan Whitehead was all over the field but Shaq Barrett left with an injury. For the 2nd straight week the Buccaneers defense didn't allow a touchdown.

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Bucs-Panthers Preview, 5 Buccaneers Make Pro Bowl and Le'Veon Bell Is Signed

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with a Buccaneers-Panthers preview in which a win would clinch the NFC South for the Bucs. They signed Le'Veon Bell this week to help at the running back position and 5 Bucs were named to the Pro Bowl including 3 offensive lineman. Plus some of your mailbag questions are answered 100% correct.

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Florida-UCF Preview, Will Miami Play in Sun Bowl and Could Urban Meyer Return To College Coaching

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times college football writer Matt Baker to discuss tonight's Gasparilla Bowl between Florida and UCF, will Miami actually play in the Sun Bowl as they deal with a COVID outbreak, could Urban Meyer coach again in College and a preview of next week's College Football Playoff semifinals.

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Buccaneers Injuries Piling Up As Leonard Fournette and Lavonte David To Miss Rest of Regular Season

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud details how the Buccaneers injuries from Sunday keep mounting as Leonard Fournette and Lavonte David are out for the rest of the regular season, plus Mike Evans may miss some games too. Plus Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper enters COVID protocols as the NHL is now paused until after Christmas.

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Bucs Chris Godwin Out For Season, Antonio Brown Returns From Suspension & Tom Brady Makes 15th Pro Bowl

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is out for the season with a torn ACL, if the hit was dirty, how Antonio Brown's return impacts their postseason chances, why Bruce Arians changed his mind on Brown, Tom Brady makes 15th Pro Bowl and Brayden Point is close to returning for the Lightning.

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Bucs Shutout By Saints 9-0 - That's 7 Straight Regular Season Losses To New Orleans

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:35:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers get shutout by the Saints 9-0 on Sunday night football to make it 7 straight losses to New Orleans in the regular season. The Bucs fail to clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 and fall to the third seed in the NFC. To make matters worse they Bucs lost Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Leonard Fournette to injuries that could force them to miss some games.

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Urban's Ouster In Jacksonville, Bucs-Saints Preview, Vincent Jackson Had CTE & Lightning Have Best Record in NHL

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 05:58:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Urban Meyer's dismissal in Jacksonville after Rick's story about Josh Lambo who accused Meyer of kicking him. Plus a Bucs-Saints preview on Sunday night as the Bucs can clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 with a win, Vincent Jackson had Stage 2 CTE when he died in February and the Lightning have the best record in hockey.

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Urban Meyer Accused Of Kicking A Player, Emory Jones To Transfer From Florida & A Wild College Football Signing Day

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 05:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud on his breaking news that former Jags kick Josh Lambo accuses Urban Meyer of kicking him during a practice, NFL and other sports going to increased COVID protocols and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss a wild College Signing Day and the news that Emory Jones plans to transfer from the Gators.

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MAILBAG: Will Bucs Rest Players Down The Stretch, Why Do They Struggle With Leads & Would Salary Floor Hurt The Rays

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:36:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct including if Bucs will rest players down the stretch, will a Tom Brady statue be put up in Tampa, why obsess about visiting fans in Tampa Bay, do the Bucs struggle to play with a lead, will Urban Meyer survive in Jacksonville, would a salary floor in baseball hurt the Rays, should Tampa build a stadium for the Rays and what roster moves will the Lightning make when Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov return.

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What Will The Bucs Decide On Antonio Brown Next Week, Home Field Advantage At Ray Jay and Brayden Point At Lightning Practice

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the upcoming decision for the Buccaneers on what to do with Antonio Brown when his suspension ends next week, plus the Bucs problems at safety, Carlton Davis' impact, is there home field advantage at Raymond James Stadium, Brayden Point skating at practice with the Lightning and former Bolts goaltender Ben Bishop calls it a career.

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Buccaneers Beat Bills In Overtime After Giving Up 21 Point Lead In 2nd Half

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight dissect the Buccaneers 33-27 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills that saw the Bucs build a 24-3 halftime lead only to give it up in the 2nd half before Tom Brady found Breshad Perriman in overtime for the game-winning touchdown.

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How Will Tom Brady and Buccaneers Attack The Bills Defense This Week?

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Bucs-Bills game which features the only opponent left on Tampa Bay's schedule with a record over .500. How will Tom Brady and Byron Leftwich attack the Buffalo defense and who will get the majority of snaps as the 3rd wide receiver. Plus some leftover mailbag questions about walk through practices and MLB's lockout.

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Billy Napier's Introduction at Florida, Mario Cristobal Hired At The U & The College Football Playoff

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss new Gators Head Coach Billy Napier's press conference, Mario Cristobal being hired at Miami, recruiting impact of the hires, the College Football Playoff, Heisman Trophy finalists and momentum towards an on-campus stadium at USF.

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Tom Brady Is Sports Person Of The Year & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:07:35 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady winning the Sports Illustrated Sports Person of the Year for the 2nd time in his career. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about Antonio Brown's status on the Buccaneers, does Tom Brady want him on the team, the 3rd wide receiver position, contract status of Vita Vea and Carlton Davis, would Rob Gronkowski play if Brady retired and who would take over coaching the Bucs if Bruce Arians retires.

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Bucs Injuries Mounting Including Bruce Arians & How The Offense Has Been Taken Over By Tom Brady

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the Buccaneers injuries including Head Coach Bruce Arians, why Richard Sherman might play some safety, how the Bucs Offense is now completely Tom Brady's, looking ahead to this weekend's game vs the Bills. Plus Mario Cristobal coming home to Miami, Heisman Trophy finalists named, looking as some Bowl game matchups and the Lightning had a good weekend.

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Buccaneers Defeat Falcons Behind Their Passing Attack

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Atlanta where the Buccaneers beat the Falcons 30-17 in a game that saw Tom Brady throw the ball over 50 times with 15 of them to Chris Godwin.

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Bucs Antonio Brown, Mike Edwards & John Franklin III Suspended 3 Games by NFL For Misrepresenting Vaccination Status

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 06:35:36 GMT

Rick Stroud on the suspensions of Antonio Brown, Mike Edwards and John Franklin III resulting from their 'misrepresenting their vaccination status' to the Bucs stemming from the investigation done by Rick and the Tampa Bay Times. They will now miss the next 3 games and could face some legal issues going forward too. Plus a Bucs-Falcons preview, MLB's lockout and College Football's Championship Weekend.

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Billy Napier Hired At Florida, Crazy Coaching Carousel & It's Conference Championship Weekend

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss the Gators hiring Billy Napier to replace Dan Mullen, the crazy coaching carousel in College Football this season, what to expect in the Conference Championships this weekend and the latest College Football Playoff Rankings.

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MAILBAG: Buccaneers Defensive Scheme, Will They Sign Fournette, Wander Franco's Deal & USF-UCF Rivalry

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back including criticism's of the Bucs defensive play-calling, the future D-Line, paying Leonard Fournette, Tom Brady's prospects to owning a team, Rays 2022 roster compared to 2021, Wander Franco's deal, USF-UCF rivalry after UCF joins Big 12 and is a supersized SEC good for college football?

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A Wild Week Of College Football Coaching Changes & Baseball Signings

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:02:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with an update on the Buccaneers injuries from Sunday's win in Indianapolis, plus a wild week so far in the College Football coaching carousel as Lincoln Riley is at USC, Brian Kelly is going to LSU and now Notre Dame is looking for a coach. Plus some big signings in baseball ahead of a potential work stoppage later this week.

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Leonard Fournette and the Bucs Defense Leads To 38-31 Win Over Colts

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 05:15:08 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis where the Buccaneers defeated the Colts 38-31 as the Bucs defense forces 5 turnovers and Leonard Fournette scored 4 TDs in the win. Plus Michigan dominates Ohio State, USF fails just short against UCF, Florida beats Florida State, Rays sign Wander Franco through 2031 and Corey Kluber for 1-year, Lightning honor Yanni Gourde and the Rowdies lose 3-1 in the USL Championship.

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Bucs-Colts Preview & Signing Wander Franco Long Term

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this Sunday's Bucs-Colts game as they try to slow down MVP candidate Jonathan Taylor while playing better on the road. Plus a look at the Rays trying to lock up Wander Franco for 10+ years.

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Why The Gators Dismissed Dan Mullen Before The End of the Season

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what happened to lead the Florida Gators to dismuss Dan Mullen before the Florida State game this week. Plus who might the Gators seek to be their next Head Coach, previewing the War on I4 and Ohio State-Michigan.

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MAILBAG: Is Jason Pierre-Paul a Hall of Famer, Buccaneers Penalties, Gators Next Head Coach & Missing Brayden Point

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Shaq Barrett, Jason Pierre-Paul's Hall of Fame credentials, Bucs penalties, Kyle Trask, NFL upsets, Gators next coach and how Lightning cope with Brayden Point's absence.

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Buccaneers Snap Losing Streak By Beating Giants 30-10 on Monday Night Football

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 07:37:40 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-10 win over the Giants on Monday Night Football as they snap their 2-game losing streak. Mike Evans became the Bucs all-time touchdown leader in franchise history as several players returned from injury including Rob Gronkowski and Sean Murphy-Bunting.

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Bucs-Giants MNF Preview, Dan Mullen Out At Florida & Brayden Point Out Indefinitely For Bolts

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 06:24:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Bucs-Giants Monday Night Football matchup as the Buccaneers look to stop their 2-game losing streak and make up ground as most of the best NFC teams lost on Sunday. Plus the Gators fire Head Coach Dan Mullen so where will they turn to next and USF fires Defensive Coordinator Glenn Spencer and the Lightning split their 2 games over the weekend blowing 2-goal leads in the 3rd period in both of them.

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Bucs WR Antonio Brown Accused of Obtaining Fake Vaccine Card

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 05:58:33 GMT

Rick Stroud details his report that Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown obtained a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to avoid NFL protocols according to his ex-chef who alleges is owed money by Brown. Plus Wander Franco could be on the verge of a big contract with the Rays and the Lightning win in Philadelphia in a shootout.

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Dan Mullen's Future at Florida, Florida State's Win Over Miami and USF's Improvements This Season

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Dan Mullen's future at Florida and their upcoming game in Missouri, Florida State's win over Miami, Manny Diaz's future now that the AD has been fired, USF's performance against Cincinnati and why they can win at Tulane this week, plus a look at the latest College Football Playoff Standings.

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MAILBAG: Bucs 4th Quarter Defensive Issues, Is Vita Vea Injury Prone, Why Tampa 2 Confuses QBs and Is Ke'Shawn Vaughn a Wasted Draft Pick

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:22:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs defensive issues in the 4th quarter and their injuries this season, is Vita Vea injury prone, why does the Tampa 2 confuse quarterbacks today, is Ke'Shawn Vaughn a wasted draft pick, will a baseball work stoppage impact their ability to sign value free agents, and which state College Football coach is most likely to be fired this year.

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Why Tom Brady Checked Down A Lot On Sunday, Lightning Beat The Islanders & Randy Arozarena is Rookie of the Year

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 06:27:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why Tom Brady and the Buccaneers didn't throw the ball downfield much on Sunday as the protection wasn't good, Bruce Arians explains what happened on the interceptions, Vita Vea's injury might not be as bad as many feared, the Lightning win a spirited game vs. the Islanders as Anthony Cirelli fights this time and Randy Arozarena wins the AL Rookie of the Year.

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Bucs Lose Again On The Road, This Time To A 2-6 Washington Football Team

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is in the Nation's Capital where the Bucs lost to the Washington Football Team 29-19 in a performance that leaves you wondering if the Bucs are satisfied after winning 1 Super Bowl. Tom Brady was hit early and didn't throw the ball down field again until late in the game and the defense allowed a 19-play drive that took over 10 minutes to seal the defeat.

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Who Will Catch Passes For The Buccaneers This Weekend?

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:46:20 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Bucs-Washington game as we have no idea who might catch passes for Tampa Bay as Chris Godwin has missed 2 straight practices and Antonio Brown and Rob Gronkowski are out too. Plus OBJ signs in LA, Cam Newton in Carolina, Rays lose coach Ozzie Timmons to the Brewers and Bolts prepare to take on Florida.

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Dan Mullen's Job Security, USF's Chances vs Cincinnati & Florida State-Miami This Weekend

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker discuss just how hot Dan Mullen's seat is at Florida, this week's Florida State-Miami game and its implications, USF's chances vs Cincinnati on Friday night and thoughts on the latest College Football Playoff rankings which saw Michigan jump Michigan State.

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MAILBAG: Bucs 2nd Half Projections, Bad Officiating, Dan Mullen's Job Security & Changing Baseball

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 05:18:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs 2nd half of the season, bad officiating, how fans view the Glazers, how hot is Dan Mullen's seat, how many games will Brian Elliott start for the Lightning, what would you change about baseball and moments when sports are dwarfed by bigger things at the moment.

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Tom Brady: "Far be it for me to tell anyone what to put in their body"

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's comments about not telling people what to put in their bodies while touting TB12, Sean Murphy-Bunting and Scotty Miller returned to practice while Antonio Brown and Rob Gronkowski probably won't play this weekend. How secure is Dan Mullen's job at Florida next year, Randy Arozarena and Wander Franco are both Rookie of the Year finalists, College Basketball tips off tonight and the Lightning are home against Carolina.

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Bucs Win Without Playing This Weekend, Bolts Win & Rays Pickup Mike Zunino's Option

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers gaining in the standings without playing as the Saints, Cowboys, Packers and Ram all lose, should the Bucs look to sign Odell Beckham, Jr., Aaron Rodgers missing Sunday's game with COVID as he's not vaccinated, Lightning beat the Senators on Saturday, Rays pick up option on Mike Zunino while they don't win any Gold Gloves and Florida fires 2 Assistant Coaches after loss to South Carolina.

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Marc Topkin On Braves World Series Win, Changes Upcoming To Rays Roster & Baseball's CBA Negotiations

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the Braves winning the World Series, whether the Rays have any remorse letting Charlie Morton go, what the Rays might do differently going forward in postseason play, who might be gone by next offseason, how the Mayor's election in St. Pete could impact a new stadium and will baseball have a new CBA anytime soon.

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Why Won't Gators Head Coach Dan Mullen Talk About Recruiting?

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the struggles at Florida after losing to Georgia, why Dan Mullen won't talk about recruiting, Florida State's close game with Clemson and where they are at, USF's loss to ECU, Miami's upset of Pitt and the first College Football Playoff rankings with Cincinnati at #6.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Loss In New Orleans, OJ Howard, Kyle Trask and Dan Mullen's Coaching For Gators

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs loss in New Orleans on Sunday, facing a backup QB, Bucs position at the bye week, OJ Howard, Kyle Trask, Byron Kennedy and Dan Mullen's coaching for the Gators.

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Bruce Arians Assessment Of What Happened vs. Saints, Jameis Winston Out For The Season & Bolts Beat Caps

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 05:06:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Jameis Winston's season-ending injury and it's impact on the NFC South race, what went wrong on Sunday for the Bucs and the Lightning beat the Capitals 3-2 for their 3rd win in a row.

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Bucs Put On An "Embarrassing Display of Football" in loss at New Orleans

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:02:28 GMT

Rick Stroud is in New Orleans where the Bucs put on an 'embarrassing display of football' according to Head Coach Bruce Arians and anyone who watched the game. Tom Brady throws for 4 TDs but has 3 turnovers while Jameis Winston left in the 1st quarter and Trevor Siemian led the Saints to victory as the Bucs penalties cost them time and time again.

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Bucs-Saints Preview On Halloween Night in New Orleans

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 05:30:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight break down the NFC South clash on Sunday between the Bucs and Saints as Jameis Winston starts against his old team in a sold out Superdome on Halloween. The Bucs need a win to keep pace with Green Bay and Arizona and to keep the Saints several games back in the division.

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It's Florida-Georgia Week, Can USF Make It 2 In A Row and Florida State Has A Chance At Clemson

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to talk about this week's Florida-Georgia game and what it means to Dan Mullen's future in Gainesville, can USF make it two in a row tonight at East Carolina, Florida State has a shot at Clemson and Miami has a tough matchup in Pittsburgh.

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MAILBAG: Covering Tom Brady, Bucs Hot Start, Can Rays Win World Series & What's Going On With Lightning

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs hot start with so many injuries, who are the best coaches to play for in Tampa Bay history, what's it like covering Tom Brady, what can the Rays do to win the World Series, will their stadium plan affect free agent signings and what's happened to the Lightning to start the season.

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Tom Brady Bringing The Jokes To Peyton And Eli, Lightning Lose To Sabres & Brandon Lowe Snubbed

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 04:20:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Saints win over the Seahawks on Monday Night Football before the Bucs head to New Orleans this week. Plus Tom Brady was on the Peyton and Eli show on ESPN, the Lightning lose to the Sabres making it 6 straight games without playing with a lead and the Rays Brandon Lowe snubbed as a Silver Slugger finalist..

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Bucs Handle The Bears 38-3, USF Gets a FBS Win & Lightning Salvage A Point Vs Avalanche

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:32:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers 38-3 victory over the Chicago Bears as Tom Brady throws 4 touchdowns including his 600th career TD. Mike Evans had 3 TDs and the defense got 3 INTS. Plus USF beats a FBS school for the first time in 2 years and the Lightning get a point but lose at home again.

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Bucs-Bears Preview & Lightning Get Their 2nd Stanley Cup Rings

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Bears game as Tampa Bay has a lot of injured players but they are still favored. Plus Tom Brady starts against a QB from Ohio State for the first time in his career. Also the Lightning get their 2nd Stanley Cup rings and they are beautiful.

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The State Of Florida's College Football Coaches

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 04:00:29 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Dan Mullen's job status at Florida, Jeff Scott at USF and Manny Diaz at Miami, plus a look ahead to this weekend's slate of games.

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Lightning Struggle On Power Play Without Kucherov & Bucs Return To Practice After Weekend Off

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 04:53:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 loss to the Panthers as the Power Play goes 0-for-6 in their first game without Nikita Kucherov. Meanwhile the Buccaneers were back in the building after a weekend off as they prepare for the Bears this weekend.

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Nikita Kucherov Is Out For A While, Richard Sherman Not Going On IR and Your Mailbag Questions

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Nikita Kucherov's injury which will keep him out for a while, Bucs Richard Sherman is not going on IR, Tom Brady says he won't play until he's 50 but he could and your mailbag questions about the Bucs, the Gators, USF and the Rays.

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Which Teams Will The Bucs Have to Go Through To Make The Super Bowl & The Gators Lose at LSU

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 04:29:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick size up the competition for the Bucs in the NFC as Tampa Bay enjoyed a mini-bye week on Sunday. Plus another wild weekend of college football as Florida loses to LSU making it 2-6 vs Power 5 schools in their last 8 games and the Lightning win 2 on the road in overtimes.

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Bucs Improve To 5-1 After A 28-22 Win Over Eagles & Lightning Win Wild One In Detroit

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 07:02:14 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 28-22 win in Philadelphia on Thursday night as they improve to 5-1 and now have 10 days until their next game. Leonard Fournette ran hard while Antonio Brown had 9 catches and the defense shut down Jalen Hurts for most of the game. Plus the Lightning pick up their first win of the year in a crazy 7-6 OT win in Detroit.

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Bucs-Eagles Preview, Jon Gruden Out of Buccaneers Ring Of Honor & Your Mailbag Questions On The Rays

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Bucs-Eagles game as the Bucs are dealing with some injuries as they play their 3rd game in 11 days. Plus Jon Gruden is removed from the Buccaneers Ring of Honor and we answer your mailbag questions about Gruden, the Bucs Offense Line, the Rays losing in the ALDS, what should they do with Tyler Glasnow and more.

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Has There Been A Better Weekend Of College Football That What We Saw Last Weekend?

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 05:07:22 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to review the wild weekend that was in college football as Alabama went down, Texas blew a big lead to Oklahoma and Ole Miss won in a shootout. Plus a look ahead to this week's games.

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Rays Season Ends In ALDS As Boston Walks Off Again & Lightning To Raise Stanley Cup Banner Tonight at Opener

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 04:14:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays disappointing loss in the ALDS to Boston in 4 games as the bats continued to be silent for most of the order but they still came back from 5 runs down to tie it in the 8th inning. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to preview the Lightning's quest for a 3rd straight Stanley Cup as they get started tonight.

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Rays On The Brink Of Elimination & Bucs Rout Dolphins As Tom Brady Throws 5 TDs

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the horrible rule in the Rays-Red Sox series that cost them at least a run in the 13th inning which has now left the Rays on the brink of elimination in tonight's Game 4 in Boston. Plus Rick is joined by Joey Knight at Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs beat the Dolphins 45-17 as Tom Brady throws for 5 touchdowns including 2 to Antonio Brown who had a big day.

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Bucs-Dolphins Preview, Urban Meyer's Latest Controversy & Rays Shutout Red Sox

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:30:30 GMT

Rick Stroud has a Bucs-Dolphins preview as Miami might just be what Tampa Bay needs to get back on track offensively and to see if the patchwork defensive secondary can make some plays. Plus can Urban Meyer survives the latest scandal caught on video at a bar in Ohio and the Rays win Game 1 of the ALDS.

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Is The Bullpen The Biggest Concern For The Rays Heading Into The Postseason?

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin as the Rays are set to host the Red Sox in the American League Division Series starting tonight. Tampa Bay will go with essentially 3 rookie starting pitchers but could their bullpen be the biggest questions going into the postseason as their lineup is thicker than ever. Plus the Bucs don't get Stephon Gilmore as he's traded to the Panthers and the Lightning-Panthers rivalry heating up.

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What Happened To The Gators at Kentucky, FSU Gets 1st Win & Is Jeff Scott On Hot Seat At USF?

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to look back at last week's Gators loss at Kentucky, USF's loss at SMU and FSU's first win. Plus a look ahead to Gators-Vandy, FSU-North Carolina and a look around the county.

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Bucs Secondary Injuries Piling Up And Do You Want Rays To Play - Yankees or Red Sox?

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the mounting injuries in the Buccaneers secondary where it looks like 1 starter will be available on Sunday vs. the Dolphins. Plus where the Bucs stand after 4 games and why things aren't so bad despite not playing well the last 2 weeks. Also the Red Sox host the Yankees tonight with the winner taking on the Rays so who would you rather play?

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Bucs Beat The Patriots 19-17 In Tom Brady's Return to New England

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 08:06:35 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Foxboro where the Buccaneers defeated the Patriots 19-17 in Tom Brady's first game at Gillette Stadium since leaving the team. It was a sloppy performance in a very wet game that saw Brady throw for no TDs but set the all-time NFL passing yards record. Antonio Brown, Leonard Fournette, Antoine Winfield Jr. and Joe Tryon-Shoyinka had good games but the injuries continue to mount in the secondary.

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Tom Brady's Return To New England This Weekend

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 04:25:28 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday night's Bucs-Patriots matchup as Tom Brady returns to New England for the first time after having played 20 seasons there and won 6 Super Bowls. Plus Brady will set the NFL's all-time passing yards record during the game adding more to the story.

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Richard Sherman Signs With Bucs & College Football Preview

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:07:50 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on the Buccaneers signing Richard Sherman to help their secondary as Tom Brady continues to be a great recruiter. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker previews this week in College Football.

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Will The Bucs Sign Richard Sherman, Rays Owner Stu Sternberg's Sign Gate & Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 04:55:14 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on Richard Sherman's visit to Tampa Bay to check out the Buccaneers, a spirited discussion on Rays Owner Stu Sternberg's plan to promote his 2-city proposal and your mailbag questions about the Bucs secondary, defensive line, running backs and which is a greater feat, two 100-win teams in the NL West or four 90-win teams in the AL East.

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Bucs Injury Updates and A Preview Of Tonight's 'Wild Horses' Feature About Devin White On NFL 360 Tonight

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by NFL 360 producer Trent Cooper about the piece that airs tonight called 'Wild Horses' about Devin White's inspirational story of the influence of his older brother and his love of horses. Plus Rick has an update on what Tom Brady said, and didn't say, about this week's matchup in New England and the latest on the injuries to Jason Pierre-Paul, Scotty Miller, Rob Gronkowski and Jamel Dean.

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Bucs Suffer First Loss In Los Angeles As Defense Couldn't Slow Rams Down And They Suffer More Injuries

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Los Angeles where the Buccaneers lost to the Rams 34-24 but the game wasn't that close as the Bucs injuries mounted in the secondary and they couldn't slow down Matthew Stafford's offense. The Bucs 10-game win streak is snapped as they are now 2-1 and heading to New England next for Tom Brady's return. Plus the Rays clinch the AL East for the 2nd straight year over the weekend and are 1 win away from clinching the best record in the American League.

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Bucs-Rams Preview, It's Been 20 Years Since Tom Brady Replaced Drew Bledsoe & Rays Clinch A Postseason Berth

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's matchup between the Bucs-Rams as a possible preview of the NFC Championship Game, it's been 20 years since Tom Brady replaced Drew Bledsoe and never came out, the Rays have a muted celebration for clinching a playoff spot for the 3rd straight year and the Blue Jays retaliate for stealing their scouting card by hitting Kevin Kiermaier on Wednesday.

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Why Florida-Tennessee Matters, Is Florida State Becoming Tennessee and Is Timmy McClain Now USF's Starting QB

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to talk college football including last week's Florida-Alabama game, Florida State's 0-3 start, has USF settled on Timmy McClain at QB and look ahead to this weekend's Florida-Tennessee game.

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MAILBAG: Rob Gronkowski, Ronald Jones, Giovanni Bernard, Richard Sherman, Kevin Kiermaier, Florida State and More

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Rob Gronkowski, Ronald Jones, Leonard Fournette, Giovani Bernard, the Bucs secondary and defense, Richard Sherman, the NFL's taunting rules, possible Rays playoff opponents, their pitching staff, Kevin Kiermaier taking the Blue Jays scouting card, Mike Norvell's future at Florida State and the Florida Gators brand.

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Has Leonard Fournette Passed Ronald Jones On Bucs Running Back Depth Chart & Shane Baz Making Major League Debut

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the running back situation for the Buccaneers as Leonard Fournette seems poised to become RB1 and where is Giovani Bernard in the rotation. Plus the Bucs defense is struggling against the pass, Jameis Winston struggles in Saints loss to Panthers, reviewing the weekend in college football including Florida-Alabama, Florida State's 0-3 start and the Rays have Shane Baz on the mound for his Major League debut on Monday night.

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Tom Brady Throws 5 TDs while Mike Edwards Has 2 Pick-6s As Buccaneers Start The Season 2-0

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Writer Joey Knight break down the Bucs 48-25 win over the Falcons as the offense scores 30 points for the 9th straight game, an NFL record, and Mike Edwards has two Pick-6's for the defense. Mike Evans and Rob Gronkowski both caught 2 touchdowns from Tom Brady who threw 5 in the game with no interceptions. Ronald Jones missed a blitz pickup so how much more of him will we see moving forward?

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Bucs-Falcons Preview And Rays Lower Their Magic Number To Win The AL East to 8

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Buccaneers-Falcons game in which the Bucs are the heavy favorite but it is a divisional game and Tampa Bay must clean up the turnovers and penalties. Plus the Rays beat the Tigers and lower their magic number to 8 to win the division and 7 to make the playoffs with 15 games to go.

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Why Isn't Anthony Richardson the Starting QB for Florida and What's Next For Florida State

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Florida-Alabama, why isn't Anthony Richardson starting at QB for the Gators, what happened at Florida State last weekend and what the future holds for Coach Mike Norvell, USC fires Clay Helton so who will be their next coach and what to make of Auburn-Penn State this weekend.

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Bucs Return To Practice After 4 Days Off & Neil Solondz on Rays Pitching Staff, Wander Franco and Nelson Cruz

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 04:04:11 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs as they returned to practice on Tuesday ahead of Sunday's game vs. the Falcons. He has updates on Ronald Jones, Sean Murphy-Bunting and more. Then Rays Radio Host Neil Solondz joins us to discuss the Rays pitching staff including their recent struggles and how they might setup for the playoffs, Wander Franco's injury, Nelson Cruz's impact and more.

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MAILBAG: Do Bucs Have Issues at Running Back and Secondary, OJ Howard's Playing Time, Jameis Winston, Urban Meyer and Rays Pitching Struggles

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs 31-29 win over the Cowboys, should there be concern over the running backs and secondary, why OJ Howard didn't play in the 2nd half, will Urban Meyer succeed as an NFL Coach, is this new Jameis Winston here to stay, are Clemson and Ohio State already about of the College Football Playoff, what concerns should we have about the Rays pitching staff, who wins between Florida State and USF and who gets a new stadium first, the Rays or USF.

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Why Bucs Ronald Jones Didn't Play After Fumble In Opener, Florida State Upset By FCS School & Rays Bullpen Struggling Against Lefties

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bruce Arians comments after their Opening Night win including why Ronald Jones didn't return after his fumble saying he couldn't come back mentally from it plus it sounds like Sean Murphy-Bunting will be out a while with a dislocated elbow. Plus a wind day in the NFL including Jameis Winston throwing 5 touchdowns, Cardinals stomp the Titans and the Saint beat up the Packers. In College Football USF has some positives to take from their loss to Florida while Florida State lost to FCS Jacksonville State on the last play, plus the Rays lose two of three to Detroit while the bullpen is struggling to get lefty hitters out.

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It Wasn't Easy But Buccaneers Win NFL Opener Over Cowboys 31-29

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:03:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Writer Joey Knight break down the Bucs 31-29 win in the NFL Kickoff Game as Tom Brady leads them down the field as time expired for the game-winning field goal. Dak Prescott balled for the Cowboys and exploited the depth of the secondary that saw Sean Murphy-Bunting leave with a dislocated elbow. The offense played well but suffered from drops and we didn't see a lot of Giovani Bernard.

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EXCLUSIVE: Tom Brady and Devin White On Tonight's Opener Plus A Preview Of Bucs-Cowboys

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 04:38:55 GMT

Rick Stroud previews tonight's NFL Season Opener at Raymond James Stadium as you'll hear from Bucs QB Tom Brady and LB Devin White on tonight's game and the season ahead.

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EXCLUSIVE Interview with Bucs DC Todd Bowles & Was Last Thursday The Worst Day In USF Football History

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:35:57 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with Buccaneers Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles to discuss last year's defense, turning the page this year and just how good Devin White is. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to recap College Football Week 1 and look ahead to USF-Florida, is the ACC in trouble this year and was last Thursday the worst day in USF Football history.

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Rays Win Wild Game In Boston After Trailing By 6 & McKenzie Milton's Return For Florida State

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 04:03:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a crazy Rays-Red Sox game that saw Tampa Bay win after trailing 7-1 and collecting 19 hits including a little league inside the park Grand Slam for Nelson Cruz. Plus the weekend that was in College Football including the return of McKenzie Milton in Tallahassee after nearly 3 years, 2 quarterbacks in Gainesville plus some really good defenses showing out so far.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bucs OC Byron Leftwich on Super Bowl, Tom Brady, Bucs Offense & More

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sits down with Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Bryon Leftwich to discuss winning the Super Bowl last year, his relationship with Tom Brady, how the offense evolved last year, not getting interviews for head coaching jobs and more. Plus Rick broke the news that Tom Brady had COVID in February shortly after the Bucs Super Bowl Boat Parade.

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Former Buccaneers Linebacker Keith McCants Dead At 53 & USF Juggling Quarterbacks In Loss At NC State

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Bucs Writer Joey Knight on the death of former Buccaneers 1st Round Draft Pick Keith McCants at the age of 53 by an apparent drug overdose. Plus USF started their season at NC State and switched quarterbacks before the end of the 1st half.

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College Football Is Back As Week 1 Kicks Off Tonight

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Wrtier Matt Baker to preview College Football Week 1 including Florida-FAU, USF-NC State, Florida State-Notre Dame, Clemson-Georgia and so much more as fans will be back in the stands.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Impressive Offense And Playoff Chase Plus Bucs Make More Cuts While Patriots Cut Cam Newton

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the Rays potent offense which has led them to a record that is 35-games over .500, how the pitching staff might playout in the playoffs and the best storylines from the season. Plus Bucs make some cuts including Ryan Griffin and the Patriots cut Cam Newton.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Special Teams, Is Joe Tryon-Shoyinka a Starter & Are Rays World Series Or Bust This Year

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Bucs cuts, is Joe Tryon-Shoyinka a starter, are special teams still weak, who is best postseason matchup for Rays, are Rays World Championship or Bust and memories of Football Opening Days.

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Bucs Offense Is Ready While Rays Have The Best Offense In Baseball

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs impressive performance by the offense in Saturday's final preseason game, Bruce Arians is worried about COVID testing and the Rays continue to pound the Orioles as they now have the best scoring offense in baseball.

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Bucs Starters To Play Saturday In Final Preseason Game & Wander Franco Is As Good As Advertised

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs final preseason game in Houston with the starters expected to play the first half. Plus Wander Franco is as good as advertised and your reaction to our discussion of the greatest St. Pete athletes.

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Are The Rays Bad For Baseball and Greatest Athlete From St. Pete

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Verducci's SI piece on if what the Rays do with their pitching staff is bad for baseball and who is the greatest athlete from St. Pete.

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Ryan Succop To Miss Saturday's Bucs Game After a Positive COVID Test & Nelson Cruz Plays 1st Base for Rays

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ryan Succop's positive COVID test and what it means for the Bucs game this Saturday in Houston plus NFL not allowing reporters in the locker room, Nelson Cruz plays 1st base for the first time, the Yankees are rolling after mid-season acquisitions and reaction to our mailbag question and poll about which is better, 2020 or 2021 Rays.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Preseason Performance, Which QBs Will They Keep & Who's Better 2020 or 2021 Rays

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs lack of preseason performance, could Ryan Griffin make the roster, will the Bucs keep both Darden and Hudson, how are uniforms picked, is this the best Rays catching tandem ever, favorite baseball movie and which Rays teams would you want in a 7-game series, the 2020 Rays or the 2021 Rays.

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Bucs Drop Preseason Game To Titans & Rays Take 2 of 3 From White Sox But Chris Archer Leaves Early

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 04:25:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick the Bucs 34-3 loss to the Titans in the 2nd preseason games in which dropped passes ruined the day again. Plus the Rays take 2 of 3 from the White Sox as they continue to score runs in bunches.

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Bucs Drop The Gloves With The Titans In Practice & Rays Dominate Orioles In 4-Game Sweep

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Bucs Writer Joey Knight preview the Bucs-Titans preseason game on Saturday as their joint practices were very heated on Thursday. Plus the Rays sweep the Orioles, outscoring them 34-8 in the 4-game series.

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Buccaneers-Titans First Joint Practice & Rays Beat The Orioles Again

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 05:09:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers-Titans first day of joint practices in which the Titans were better and Tom Brady's son Jack was present. Plus the Rays win again to go 27-games over .500 as Ryan Yarbrough returned from the COVID list and retired 15 of 16 batters.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Offense, Kyle Trask, Cameron Brate, Rays Stadium, Brett Phillips, Josh Fleming & More

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your questions about #Bucs Training Camp including Kyle Trask, Cameron Brate, Ryan Succop, Tom Brady and Bryon Leftwich, plus the Rays stadium situation, Josh Fleming, Brett Phillips and more.

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Brett Phillips Continues To Entertain Us & Bucs Back To Practice

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 04:46:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the growing legend of Brett Phillips who's added an inside-the-park home run to his 3 grand slams in the last few weeks, plus the Bucs have their first practice since Saturday night's preseason game.

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Some Bucs Standout In First Preseason Game, Rays Go 6-3 On Road Trip & Alex Killorn Trolls Canadiens

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Bucs 19-14 loss to the Bengals in their first preseason game but some guys did stand out like Joe Tryon, Ke'Shawn Vaughn and Kyle Trask. Plus the Rays drop 2 of 3 in Minnesota but finish the road trip 6-3 and Alex Killorn expertly trolls the Canadiens.

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Buccaneers-Bengals Preseason Game #1 Preview

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Bucs Writer Joey Knight preview this weekend's first Buccaneers preseason game vs. the Bengals.

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Bobby Bowden's Legacy, College Football Camps Underway & Conference Realignment

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to talk about Bobby Bowden's legacy, the upcoming seasons for Florida, Florida State and USF plus conference realignment.

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Simeon Rice At Buccaneers Training Camp and Your Bucs and Rays Mailbag Questions

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Simeon Rice’s appearance at Buccaneers Training Camp on Tuesday as Joe Tryon called him the “OG” as he continues to impress. Plus Rick and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Buccaneers Training Camp, Tanner Hudson’s spot on the team after Bruce Arians says he’s regressed, how will Bucs do this year, Rays defense and where is Brent Honeywell.

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Bucs Offense Struggles in Practice, Antonio Brown Grateful & Rays Offense Underrated

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 04:09:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers offensive struggles at practice on Monday, Cameron Brate is off the PUP list, Rays offense is underrated and Lightning re-sign Ross Colton while Jon Cooper to coach Canada at the Olympics.

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John Lynch Inducted Into Pro Football Hall of Fame, Rays Have 4-Game Divisional Lead & Bobby Bowden Passes at 91

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 04:23:23 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Canton where John Lynch, Peyton Manning and others were just inducted into the Hall of Fame with Tom Brady in attendance. Plus the Rays are rolling with a 4-game lead in the AL East, the Olympics come to an end and former Florida State Head Coach Bobby Bowden died at the age of 91.

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Special Show: Rick with John Lynch Ahead of his Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, Plus Mailbag Questions on Bucs/Rays/Sandwiches

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

If you're a Bucs fan you simpy cannot miss this conversation with Rick and John Lynch ahead of the former Bucs' safety being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In addiion Rick and Darek answer some of your Mailbag questions.

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Mixed Feelings About the Olympics, Simone Biles Deserves Praise, Agreement a Gold Medal Should Not Be Shared, Glasnow Injury Reveals Rays' Main Issue

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Tom go in depth on this year's Olympic games, which have been hit and miss.... and a key injury to the Rays' starting pitching yields concern over how long the team can stay atop the AL East.

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Tom Brady vs. Jameis Winston - What Else Do You Need?

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Tom devote pretty much the whole show to the quarterback position - the Saints think they have a winner. Enjoy.

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Happy Birthday, Mr. Brady! Plus a Buccaneer's Sister Advances in the Olympics, Badminton, Artistic Swimming, SEC Realignment Benefit and Rays' Catcher Quirk

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Darek discuss another day in Bucs camp that had a special moment far from the practice field... Oympics sports that are intriguing, USF camp set to start plus more college football and, interesting note on the SEC realignment plan.

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SWEEP! Rays Take Three Straight from Red Sox for 1.5 Game Lead in AL East, Plus Rick Recaps First Bucs' Weekend in Full Pads

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud gives you all the insights from the first really active weekend of Bucs camp, and the Rays take all three from the Red Sox at a fired-up Trop for the AL East lead, despite pitching injuries continuing to add up.

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MAILBAG: Rick Stroud and Darek Field Questions on Buccaneers' Motivation, SEC's Ultimate Plan, Best/Worst Interviews and More

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Darek field listeners' questions on a variety of topics, ranging from the Buccaneers to the SEC/expansion, USF and a lot more.

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Aaron Rodgers Drama, COVID-19 Misunderstanding at One Buc, Brady Video (Real or Fake?) and Tyler Johnson dealt to Blackhawks

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Tom on the end of a lot of offseason drama in Green Bay, where the Packers fit into the NFC picture compared to the Bucs, Tom was fooled by Tom Brady's CGI, national media was scolded by Bruce Arians, and as the show was taping a Lightning favorite was traded for salary reasons.

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Rick, Tom and Darek Reunite, then Rick & Tom get into Simone Biles' Withdrawing from Olympics for Mental Health Reasons

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

The former morning show team at WDAE is back on the air for the first time together - they have a little fun there then get into a more serious topic. Rick and Tom also discuss how COVID protocols will affect the Bucs' upcoming season.

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Rays Set to Host Yankees, Red Sox in Big Week, OU/Texas to SEC Implications & USF Football Camp Approaching

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick set up a key homestand for the Rays then Darek Sharp joins in to discuss the major college football shakeup, and give an update on USF football entering Jeff Scott's second year as Head Coach.

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Buccaneers Open Training Camp As Defending Champs & Rays Making Deals Ahead of Trade Deadline

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud, Steve Versnick and special guest Darek Sharp on the Buccaneers opening Training Camp in front of 2,000 season ticket members and as defending Super Bowl Champions. Plus the Rays making deals ahead of the trade deadline to add a bat and deal a pitcher.

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Bucs Get Their Rings, Rays Get Nelson Cruz & Lightning Get Their Schedule

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 05:14:34 GMT

The Buccaneers get their Super Bowl rings, the Rays trade for Nelson Cruz and score another come from behind victory, the Lightning schedule is out, and Rick Stroud and Tom Jones talk Buccaneers Training Camp, if the Rays need to trade for a starting pitcher and does Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC make sense?

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Rick and Tom On Yanni Gourde's Selection In Expansion Draft and Buccaneers Get Their Rings Tonight

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Seattle Kraken's selection of Yanni Gourde from the Lightning as another member of the Energy Line is gone, the Bucs get their Super Bowl rings tonight as Training Camp is ready to begin this weekend and former FSU Coach Bobby Bowden has a terminal illness.

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Buccaneers Honored At White House As Tom Brady Steals The Show

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:07:34 GMT

Rick Stroud is back from the White House where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were honored as Super Bowl Championship by President Joe Biden, the first Tampa Bay team to be so honored. Plus the Rays beat the Orioles as Francisco Meija has 5 RBI and the Lightning prepare to lose a player to Seattle tonight in the Expansion Draft.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Training Camp Questions, Rays Starting Pitching Needs & Stamkos' Injury

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 04:31:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Bucs Training Camp, the storylines to watch and the spots open on the roster, how narrative would be different if Tom Brady's 3 INTs led to a loss in Green Bay, more on the Bucs Ring of Honor candidates, should the Rays trade for starting pitching and who could they deal, did they win the Blake Snell trade from the Padres, why haven't we heard more on Steven Stamkos' injury and what would it take for Tampa to accept USF as it's hometown team.

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Bucs Heading To White House, Lightning Protect 4 Defenseman For Expansion Draft & Rays Take Series In Atlanta

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 04:28:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers upcoming trip to the White House this week, the Lightning leaving a lot of forward available in the Kraken Expansion Draft and the Rays take 2 of 3 from the Braves over the weekend.

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Tom Brady Won A Super Bowl With A Torn MCL & Where Jon Cooper Ranks Among Tampa Bay Coaches

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 04:01:33 GMT

Rick Stroud details his breaking news that Tom Brady played the entire 2020 Super Bowl winning season with an MCL tear in his first year with the Buccaneers. Plus Tom Jones joins us again to discuss Jon Cooper's place among the greatest coaches in Tampa Bay and what could derail the Bucs this year.

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Rick and Tom On Monte Kiffin Going Into Bucs Ring Of Honor & Rays Show Well In All-Star Game

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones reminisce about Monte Kiffin who will be inducted into the Buccaneers Ring of Honor this September as an Assistant Coach and who should be next added next. Plus the Rays showed well in the All-Star Game but did you like the uniforms, players being mic'd up and more.

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MAILBAG: Stanley Cup Injury, Lightning Roster, Will Rays Trade For A Pitcher & Which Bucs Will Improve This Year

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Lightning dropping the Stanley Cup, what changes might occur on the Bolts roster, is Jon Cooper the greatest Tampa Bay coach, will the Rays trade for a starting pitcher, which Bucs players might take a big leap forward this year and what's an average day in our lives like.

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Maybe We Can't Have Nice Things As Stanley Cup Is Damaged In The Celebration

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay's 3rd Boat Parade in 10 months that ended in the Stanley Cup being damaged after the celebration portion was cancelled due to storms. Plus the Rays get a 3rd All-Star in Andrew Kittredge and Plant High School's Pete Alonzo successfully defended his Home Run Derby Title while putting on a record show of 35 homeruns in the 1st round.

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It's Just Our 3rd Boat Parade in Less Than A Year!

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 04:18:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on enjoying today's Lightning victory boat parade and Championship celebration as the Bolts have been thoroughly enjoying their back-to-back Stanley Cups. Plus the Rays hit the All-Star Break with a loss but with the 2nd best winning percentage in franchise history at the break, and the Buccaneers are winners at the Espys.

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MAILBAG: Lightning Back-To-Back Stanley Cup Championship Questions

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Lightning's place in Tampa Bay sports history, which Bolts are future Hall of Famers, how much fun is celebratory Nikita Kucherov, what will next year's team look like, is Jon Cooper a Hall of Fame coach, which Bucs backups are coming back, why is Stu Sternberg disliked by the fans and will leagues soften their stance on marijuana in the future.

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Rick and Tom On The Lightning Winning Back-To-Back Stanley Cup Championships

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 05:32:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones after the Lightning defeat the Canadiens 1-0 in Game 5 to win their 2nd straight Stanley Cup in dominating fashion.

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The Match Wasn't Exciting, Lightning Prepare For Game 5 & Matt Baker on NIL and a Proposed 12-Team College Football Playoff

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:05:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down 'The Match' as Tom Brady is now 0-for-2 in this annual event, Cameron Kinley gets an exemption from the Navy to pursue his NFL dream with the Buccaneers, a preview of the Lightning's Game 5 tonight with the Stanley Cup in Amalie Arena and they are joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the new NIL rules in college, the proposed 12-team College Football Playoff and previewing the season for our in-state schools.

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Lightning Lose In Overtime As Jane Castor Celebrates & Rays Win In A Walk-Off

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:02:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Lightning lose 3-2 in Overtime to the Canadiens in Game 4 so they'll have to wait until Wednesday for another chance at the Stanley Cup. Plus the Rays win in a walk-off but have had a rough couple of weeks.

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Tom Jones on Lightning-Canadiens, Rays 1st Half & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Tom Jones and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Lightning-Canadiens Game 3 and look at the Rays 1st half of the season. Plus Tom answers your mailbag questions 110% correct.

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Lightning Win Game 2 Despite Being Outplayed & Rays Mid-Season Report Card

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 06:21:22 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-1 win over Montreal in the Stanley Cup Final Game 2 despite being outplayed by the Canadiens. Plus Rays Radio's Neil Solondz checks in with a mid-season report card on the 47-34 Rays.

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Who Would Play Bruce Arians In A Movie?

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 04:37:25 GMT

Rick Stroud chats with LA Times writer Sam Farmer about spending the day after the Super Bowl with Bruce Arians, who would play Bruce in a movie, thoughts on Tom Brady and more.

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Lightning Make A Statement In Stanley Cup Final Game 1 & Bucs Mailbag Questions

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 06:33:05 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-1 win in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final over the Montreal Canadiens. Plus Rick Stroud answers some of your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers.

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Lightning Set To Defend Cup In Game 1 Tonight & Rays Win 2 of 3 from Angels

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 05:20:03 GMT

Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 1-0 win over the Islanders in the semifinals to reach the Stanley Cup Final again to face the Canadiens starting tonight at Amalie Arena. Plus the Rays win 2 of 3 vs. the Angels as the bullpen falters on Sunday.

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Lightning Have Rare Game 7 Tonight & Rays Win On Walk-Off Wild Pitch

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 05:00:36 GMT

Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to preview tonight's Lightning-Islanders Game 7 with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line. Plus the Rays are back in first place with a 1-0 walk-off wild pitch win over the Red Sox and the Bucs have announced Training Camp will open on July 25th and the creamsicle throwback uniforms could be used in 2022.

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Lightning Lose Game 6 in Overtime As Nikita Kucherov Plays Only 1 Shift

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 06:51:12 GMT

Steve Versnick and Tom Jones on the Lightning's 3-2 Overtime loss to the Islanders in Game 6 that means the Bolts will play a Game 7 for the first time in 3 years. We don't know if they will have Nikita Kucherov for the game though as he was hurt by a cross-check that wasn't malicious enough for a penalty, plus the impact of Wander Franco on the Rays.

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Rays Spoil Wander Franco's Debut With Their 7th Straight Loss, Lightning Looks To Close Out Islanders & Bucs Sign Their 1st Round Draft Pick

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 06:12:17 GMT

Steve Versnick on Wander Franco's magical debut for the Rays who come up short again in Extra Innings as they lose their 7th straight game and fall 1.5 games behind the Red Sox in the AL East. Plus a preview of tonight's Lightning-Islanders Game 6 and the Bucs sign first-round draft pick Joe Tryon to a 4-year deal with a club option.

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Lightning Rout The Islanders In Game 5 & Wander Franco's Debut For Rays Is Tonight

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 06:08:00 GMT

Steve Versnick breaks down the Lightning's rout of the Islanders in Game 5 and Rick Stroud joins in to discuss Wander Franco's debut for the Rays tonight.

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Lightning's Comeback Falls Short, Rays Have Lost 6 Straight & Bucs Tickets Are Sold Out

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 loss in Game 4 to even the Stanley Cup Playoffs Semifinal series at 2-games each, the Rays have lost 6 straight games, 4 via walk-off, since learning Tyler Glasnow has a partial tear of his UCL, and the Buccaneers have sold every single ticket for this season and have a waiting list for the first time since 2003.

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Rick and Tom On Tyler Glasnow's Injury and Baseball's Thinking In Changing Enforcement Mid-Season

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:59:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Tyler Glasnow's injury, Spidertack and how Major League Baseball is handling this change in rules enforcement mid-season.

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Rick and Tom on Lightning-Islanders Series & College Football's Potential Playoff Expansion

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones break down the Lightning-Islanders series after 2 games and preview what to expect tonight in Game 3 in Long Island. Plus College Football is looking to expand the playoff to 12 teams, so what does that do to the sport.

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Lightning Even Series Behind Kucherov's 3 Assists & Rays Lose Tyler Glasnow

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 05:51:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-2 win over the Islanders to even the series at 1-1 as Nikita Kucherov took over the game with 3 primary assists. Plus the Rays lose to the White Sox but the story is Tyler Glasnow is out with a partial tear of his UCL that he is blaming on MLB's crackdown on using sticky substances to grip the baseball.

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MAILBAG: Rays All-Stars, Sunday Night Baseball, Lightning's Game 1 Performance & Bucs Challengers This Season

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 04:00:37 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about the Rays on Sunday Night Baseball, which Rays will be All-Stars, Brandon Lowe’s production, the use of Spidertack, what the Lightning did poorly in Game 1, when will Rays and Lightning have a ring of honor, who will challenge the Bucs in the NFC this year and does Rick need to retire the phrase “Tampa Bay can’t have nice things”

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Lightning's Mental Game Cost Them In Game 1 & Rays Keep Rolling At 18-Games Over .500

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 04:01:53 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 Game 1 loss to the Islanders in the Stanley Cup Playoff Semifinal Round as the Bolts mental mistakes cost them. Plus the Rays have won 5 in a row after sweeping the Orioles to go 18-games above .500 as the 1st place White Sox are next in Chicago, USF Baseball shows well in Texas, Novak Djokovic wins the French Open and the Bucs finished Mini-camp last week.

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Rick and Tom on Lightning-Islanders Series and Cheating In Baseball

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick and Tom preview the Lightning-Islanders Stanley Cup Playoffs Semifinal Round rematch, Randy Arozarena, and MLB's problem with doctored baseballs as they begin to crack down on using sticky substances and baseball is changing the balls.

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Rick and Tom on Comedians, Locker Rooms and if OTAs and Mini-Camps Are Necessary In The NFL

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:00:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones reminisce about interviewing comedians during their radio days, will Locker Rooms ever be open to reporters again and are OTA and mini-camps necessary in the NFL.

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Lightning In Semifinals For 5th Time in 7 Seasons, Rays Continue To Roll & Tom Brady At Bucs Mini-Camp

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:40:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-0 Game 5 series clinching win to advance to the Semifinals for the 5th time in 7 seasons as Andrei Vasilevskiy gets another shutout in a series clinching game. Plus the Rays continue to roll as Tyler Glasnow pitches well after getting some extended rest and Tom Brady looks great at Bucs mandatory mini-camp while wearing a knee brace.

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Bruce Arians and Jason Licht Get Paid, Cameron Kinley's NFL Dream Is Over and Your Mailbag Questions

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick detail the pay raises that Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians and General Manager Jason Licht are getting after winning the Super Bow and why Cameron Kinley won't be on the Buccaneers team this year. Plus we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Lightning's path to the Stanley Cup, what the Rays will do with some of their pitchers on the injured list return, what can they do with their crowded infield, what drives franchise values and what historic sporting events would you want to attend.

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Lightning Win Wild Game 4 & Rays Take 2 of 3 From Rangers

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 06:31:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's wild Game 4 win over the Hurricanes when 8 goals were scored in the 2nd period, the Rays keep rolling after going 4-3 on the road trip and they continue to have the best record in the American League. Plus the USFL is making a comeback, local kid Tim Elko hits a Grand Slam with a torn ACL for Ole Miss in the College Baseball regionals and USF beats Florida and Miami and are 1 win from the Super Regional for the first time.

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MAILBAG: Ji-Man Choi's Importance, Rays Stadium, David Savard's Health and Buccaneers Super Bowl Rings

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 05:21:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers getting their rings, Ji-Man Choi's importance to the Rays, the latest on the Rays stadium, can the Lightning's defense get better when David Savard returns, and what does it say that the Lightning have faced 5 goalies in 9 playoff games.

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Rick and Tom: Are Press Conferences Necessary In Sports?

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 04:32:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open and whether press conferences are necessary for athletes and those who cover sports.

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Rick and Tom: Lightning Beat Hurricanes Again, Rays Lose In Extra Innings & Weekend Warrior Stories

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:04:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Lightning's 2-1 win over the Hurricanes to take the first two games on the road. Plus the Rays lose to the Yankees in extra innings but they remain the best team in the American League plus weekend warrior stories of playing softball and basketball.

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Rays Beat The Yankees Again & Lightning Prepare For Game 2 In Carolina

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-1 win over the Yankees to extend their streak to 16 wins in their last 17 games and they've won 9 of their last 10 in Yankee Stadium. Plus the Lightning Game 2 vs the Hurricanes is tonight with no updates on Erik Cernak or David Savard yet, a local kid doing well going into the College World Series and the Toronto Maple Leafs fail once again to get out of the 1st round of the playoffs.

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Lightning Win Game 1 In Carolina, Rays Sweep Phillies To Remain Hot & Tom Brady Works Out at Bucs Facility

Mon, 31 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Lightning's Game 1 win over the Hurricanes where Andrei Vasilevskiy was outstanding and Barclay Goodrow scored the game winner in the 3rd period. Plus the Rays get their 15th win in the last 16 games as they now are tied with the best record in baseball as they travel to New York for a 4-game series in the Bronx, Tom Brady and his teammates work out at the Bucs practice facility and USF Baseball wins the AAC Conference Tournament.

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MAILBAG: Bucs, Rays and Bolts Championship Windows, Sternberg Lawsuit, USF Football and More

Fri, 28 May 2021 05:05:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about which Tampa Bay team has the best window to win more championships, how good are the Bucs if Tom Brady misses time, how important is Ross Colton to the Lightning, what should we make of the lawsuit against Rays owner Stu Sternberg, would the Rays trade an outfielder next, why do baseball managers wear uniforms, what is success this year for USF under Jeff Scott, is Nascar a sport and more.

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Lightning Shutout Panthers To Advance, Rays Win Behind Tyler Glasnow & Tom Brady's Golfing Again

Thu, 27 May 2021 05:36:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the Lightning's 4-0 shutout win to clinch their first round playoff series vs. the Panthers. Andrei Vasilevskiy was fantastic and Barclay Goodrow returned to lengthen the lines. Plus the Rays win behind a solid effort from Tyler Glasnow going 8 innings without giving up a run as they beat the Royals 2-1 in extra innings and Tom Brady is back for The Match with Phil Mickelson as they'll take on Bryson DeChambeau and Aaron Rodgers.

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Should Lightning Fans Be Worried Tonight For Game 6 & Which Is Greater Accomplishment - Phil Mickelson or Tom Brady?

Wed, 26 May 2021 05:37:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones preview tonight's Lightning-Panthers Game 6 tonight at Amalie Arena as the Bolts try to end the series and figure out how to score on 20-year-old goalie Spencer Knight. Plus what is the greater accomplishment, Phil Mickelson winning the PGA Championship at 50-years-old or Tom Brady winning the Super Bowl with the Buccaneers at 43-years-old.

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Lightning Lose To Panthers in Game 5, Rays Have Won 11 Straight & Tom Brady Working Out Near The Buccaneers Facilities

Tue, 25 May 2021 05:40:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 loss to the Panthers to force Game 6 on Wednesday as rookie goaltender Spencer Knight was fantastic and the Lightning failed to generate much offense after the first period. Plus the Rays extend their win streak to 11 games after putting up 7 runs in the 11th inning to win 14-8 and Tom Brady is working out at the Legends Field instead of going down the street to practice at the Buccaneers training facility.

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Red Hot Rays Trade Willy Adames, Lightning On Verge Of Eliminating Panthers and Phil Mickelson Wins The PGA Championship

Mon, 24 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Willy Adames trade to the Brewers as Taylor Walls makes his Major League debut as the Rays have now won 10 straight games and have the best record in the American League. The Lightning can eliminate the Panthers tonight after winning 6-2 on Saturday in a game that got very chippy and might have crossed a line with Nikita Kucherov and Mikhail Sergachev leaving with injuries. Plus Phil Mickelson wins the PGA Championship at 50 years of age.

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Lightning Lose In Overtime After Leading In 3rd Period & Rays Are Rolling With 7 Straight Wins

Fri, 21 May 2021 04:29:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-5 overtime loss to the Panthers in which they lost for the first time all season when leading after 2 periods. Plus the Rays bats remain red-hot as they pummel the Orioles en route to their 7th straight win.

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Rick and Tom - Is Lightning-Panthers Series Already Over, Why Sportswriters Should Be In The Locker Room & Greatest Performances They've Covered

Thu, 20 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Lightning's 2-0 series lead over the Panthers and if the series is already over, reaction to Tom's column about if sportswriters will ever be allowed back in the locker room to create the relationships that lead to great stories and the greatest performances they've every covered in sports.

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Lightning Take 2-0 Series Lead & Rays Bats Remain Hot With 5 Homeruns

Wed, 19 May 2021 05:31:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Lightning's 3-1 win over the Panthers to take a 2-0 series lead as the series shifts to Amalie Arena. The Lightning defended well and did a better job of defending their lead. Plus the Rays bats continue to sizzle as they hit 5 homeruns in a 13-6 rout of the Orioles as Mike Zunino now has 10 homeruns.

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MAILBAG: Kucherov's Return, Randy Arozarena, Yoshi Tsutsugo, Bucs Free Agents & College Compensation

Tue, 18 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correctly including ones about Nikita's Kucherov's return to the Lightning lineup, if the Rays hitting has finally come around, was it a mistake to trade Nate Lowe, is Randy Arozarena the next BJ Upton, which Durham Bull will be the first to get the call up, how does Oakland's stadium situation impact the Rays, will the Bucs add more free agents, how will college compensation changes football and why haven't we heard any updates on Tiger Woods' injuries.

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Kucherov Returns As Bolts Win Game 1 vs. Panthers, Bucs Hold Rookie Minicamp and Rays Sweep The Mets

Mon, 17 May 2021 05:13:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-4 Game 1 win over the Panthers as Nikita Kucherov returns with 2 goals and Brayden Point scores another 2 including the game-winner. Plus the Bucs hold rookie mini-camp which was different than years past and the Rays sweep the Mets as Ji-Man Choi returns.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Bye Week, Pro Bowlers, Drafting, Rays Hitters & Lightning Stanley Cup Chances

Fri, 14 May 2021 04:37:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct including how many Pro Bowlers the Buccaneers will get next year, if the Bucs will be more competitive this year in primetime games, are any GMs good at drafting, thoughts on the Jags signing Tim Tebow, how long can the Rays keep sending up hitters who aren't hitting, any news on Rays split-city plan, how many of the Lightning's injured players will plan in Game 1 and who wins the series.

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Win... Win... Win... The Buccaneers Schedule Is Out And We Break It Down

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:08:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers 2021 schedule as the defending Super Bowl Champs will open at home against the Cowboys and will be featured in primetime 5 times this season. Plus the Rays lose 1-0 to Gerrit Cole and the New York Yankees as the bats remain silent at home.

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Lightning's Stanley Cup Defense Starts With The Panthers But Who Will Be Healthy Enough To Play

Wed, 12 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the Lightning-Panthers series, what carryover the last 2 games might mean for the series, what to expect from Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos when they return and what to make of all the injuries the Bolts are dealing with.

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Neil Solondz On The Rays Start, How The Pitching Has Performed & When Some Kids In Durham Could Be Called Up

Tue, 11 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Rays Radio Host Neil Solondz to talk about the Rays 5-2 west coast road trip, the upcoming games vs the Yankees and Mets, how Mike Zunino has been consistent, the Rays focus on defense, how the pitching staff has performed through all the injuries, Kevin Kiermaier's injury and a minor league update as several players on the Durham Bulls are off to hot starts.

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Tom Brady Calls Kyle Trask, Rays Lose Kiermaier to Injury & Lightning Playing Shorthanded

Mon, 10 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady calling Kyle Trask to throw together, Brady's speaking up in a Union call urging players to stick together against mandatory off-season workouts, the Rays take 5 of 7 on the West Coast but lose Kevin Kiermaier who hurt his wrist sliding into 2nd base and the Lightning are extremely shorthanded as Victor Hedman, Ryan McDonagh and Jan Rutta missed Saturday's game and now Barclay Goodrow is out indefinitely and Pat Maroon received a 1-game suspension.

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How The Buccaneers 'Mr. Irrelevant' Pick Is Anything But That

Fri, 07 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Bucs writer Joey Knight about his incredible story on Buccaneers 7th round draft pick Grant Stuard on his childhood and rise to team captain at the University of Houston. Plus Albert Pujols is designated for assignment by the Angels and the Astros are sick of the boos at visiting stadiums.

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Is Kyle Trask The Next Bucs QB or A Wasted Pick, Plus Which Ex-Ray Has Been Most Successful After Leaving

Thu, 06 May 2021 04:35:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if Kyle Trask is a wasted pick for the Buccaneers or is he the heir-apparent at quarterback. Plus as the Rays just faced off against Alex Cobb on Tuesday, which ex-Ray is the most successful after leaving the team, and it's teacher appreciation week.

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Rick and Tom on Kucherov and Stamkos' Return to Practice, Tom Wilson Not Suspended & Thoughts On Bucs Draft Picks

Wed, 05 May 2021 07:02:46 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the impact Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos could have on the Lightning's playoffs as they both returned to the ice at Tuesday's practice, did the NHL do the right thing in not suspending Capitals forward Tom Wilson and thoughts on the Bucs draft picks.

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MAILBAG: Why Draft Kyle Trask in 2nd Round, Did Rays Sign Lowe Too Soon & Can Kucherov and Stamkos Help Lightning Offense

Tue, 04 May 2021 04:36:27 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers expectations this season, why they drafted Kyle Track in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft, did the Rays sign Brandon Lowe too soon, how much will Ji-Man Choi help the lineup, some interesting baseball ideas, can the Lightning turn it on when Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos return for the playoffs and why did the Glazers want to form the European Super League.

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Bucs Take Florida QB Kyle Trask, Rays Lose 2 of 3 To Astros & Lightning Get 3 Points In Detroit Without Vasilevskiy Playing

Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on how the Bucs did in the NFL Draft, why they selected Florida QB Kyle Trask, and what sleepers there could be. Plus they Rays bats are still quiet as they lose 2 of 3 to the Astros and the Lightning get 3 of 4 points over the weekend in Detroit as Andrei Vasilevskiy didn't play either game.

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Bucs Draft Edge Rusher Joe Tryon, Rays Split Series With A's & Lightning Shutout Stars

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 06:33:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after Round 1 of the NFL Draft that saw 5 quarterbacks taken in the first 15 picks, 7 straight offensive players to start the draft and Bucs waiting until midnight to make their pick, Edge rusher Joe Tryon from Washington who will get to learn from Shaq Barrett and Jason Pierre-Paul. Plus the Rays split their series with the A's behind good pitching and cold bats and the Lightning put together one of their best defensive performances in a shutout of Dallas.

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Best and Worst Draft Picks In Buccaneers History

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the best and worst draft picks in Buccaneers history, plus the best and worst draft picks in Jason Licht's tenure as GM.

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Rick and Tom On What Should Change In Baseball

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 06:29:44 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what should and shouldn't be changed in baseball including moving the mound back, should they change the baseballs, banning the shift, 7-inning no-hitters, runners on 2nd to start extra innings and more.

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MAILBAG: Jason Licht's Best/Worst Draft Picks, How Many QBs Go In First 8 Picks and Is Joey Wendle the Next Zobrist

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the Bucs would still draft a running back this year, what has been Jason Licht's best and worst draft picks, how many quarterbacks will be taken in the first 8 picks, what say do owners have in drafting, what should the Rays do with Yoshi Tsutsugo, when will Luis Patino be a regular in the rotation, can fans bring trash cans this weekend when the Astros come to town, is Joey Wendle the next Ben Zobrist and how many points will the Lightning rack up in the next 6 games.

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Rays Shutout Sunday To Lose Series, Lightning Beat Blue Jackets In OT & Bucs Prepare for NFL Draft

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:15:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing 2 of 3 to the Blue Jays as the bats go silent on Sunday, the Lightning get their Stanley Cup rings and they beat the Blue Jackets as Victor Hedman scores 10-seconds into overtime and the Bucs preparing for the NFL Draft this week.

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Should Bucs Draft A QB, How Many Wins Next Season & What's Wrong With The Lightning

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:15:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss if the Bucs should take a quarterback at pick #32 in next week's NFL Draft, how many games will the Bucs win next year as the over/under is 11.5, what is going on with the Lightning as they are struggling towards the end of the season and when should you renovate your house or just move.

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Will Antonio Brown Sign With The Bucs, Rays Are Pretty Good & Mixing Sports and Politics

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 04:06:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Antonio Brown settling his civil suit with his personal trainer so will he soon sign with the Buccaneers, did we go into the panic room on the Rays too soon, plus Raiders owner Mark Davis defends his tweet after the Derek Chauvin verdict came down.

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Tom Brady Lighting Up Social Media, Rays Beating Up The Royals & Lightning Lose To Carolina

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:23:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's burn of Salvador Perez, Patrick Mahomes and the Royals, the Rays bats break out in Kansas City as they win 14-7 to make it 5 straight road wins, the Lightning lose to Carolina after starting Andrei Vasilevskiy in back-to-back games for the first time in the regular season in 4 years, and the Bucs have gotten better after the Draft.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Options, Jason Licht's Draft Success, Deadened Baseballs & Tyler Johnson's Status

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 05:00:17 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about the Bucs options in the NFL Draft, do the Bucs have a coach in waiting on staff, could the Bucs play in London this year, where does Jason Licht rank amongst GMs, what is up with Yoshi Tsutsugo, could deadened baseball be responsible for some defensive miscues and could Tyler Johnson be scratched in the playoffs.

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Tom Brady on His Knee, Byron Leftwich Happy, Rays Sweep Yankees & Lightning Lose To Panthers

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:46:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's appearance at Innisbrook for the Bruce Arian Golf Outing as he talked about his knee rehab, Byron Leftwich is happy being the Bucs Offensive Coordinator, the Rays sweep the Yankees by outslugging them including Joey Wendle's 2 homeruns and Yoshi Tsutsugo got the game-winning RBI on Sunday, and the Lightning lose on Saturday to Florida despite playing better.

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How Will Bucs Running Back Room Shake Out, What's Wrong With Rays Offense and Lightning Defense

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 06:16:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what is behind the Bucs skipping voluntary workouts next week, how big is the Giovanni Bernard signing, what is going on with the Rays offense and what's happened to the Lightning defense.

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Rick and Tom on Why You Should Be Concerned By Rays and Lightning Struggles

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the recent slumps the Rays and Lightning are in and if maybe we can't have nice things after all here in Tampa Bay and why Julien Edelman is not an Hall of Fame player.

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Buccaneers Are Boycotting Voluntary Workout Programs Next Week & NFL Wants All Personnel Vaccinated

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Buccaneers boycotting the voluntary workout program set for Monday and the NFL wants all personnel vaccinated but will they all participate.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Backup QB, Antonio Brown Update, Rays Pitching, Wander Franco, Ross Colton and More

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:00:45 GMT

Rick Stroud is answering your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs backup quarterback situation, what the latest on Antonio Brown, will a Rays pitcher every throw another no-hitter, is the AL East the toughest division in baseball, when will Wander Franco be called up, can Ross Colton play 1st base for the Rays, why did the Lightning trade for 2 defenseman at the trade deadline and does rain at Wrestlemania prove we can't have nice things in Tampa Bay.

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Rays Win Series Over Yankees, Lightning Shutout Preds and Trade For David Savard

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 04:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick recap the Rays weekend series win over the Yankees where the pitching was strong overall but the defense was shaky at times. Brent Honeywell, Jr. made his debut and Randy Arozarena hit his first 2 homeruns of the season. The Lightning shutout the Predators and made a trade for defenseman David Savard to add to their blue line, the Bucs have lots of options at pick 32 in the NFL Draft and Hideki Matsuyama wins the Masters.

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Tom Brady's Brand & Does Baseball Need New Paint

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss is there is a more marketable player than Tom Brady in sports and does baseball need a fresh coat of paint as Nike is rolling out new uniforms to connect the team with their cities.

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Rays Unimpressive Start, Tom Brady's Motivation & Bob Harig On The Masters

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 04:00:12 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Bob Harig from ESPN in Augusta, Georgia, to preview the Masters which begins today without Tiger Woods who is still recovering from his car accident earlier this year. Plus what is going on with the Rays as they are 2-4 to start the season and Tom Brady is still motivated by the doubters.

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Who Fans Should Be More Worried: Lightning or Rays?

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones debate who's fans should worry more, the Lightning who've lost 5 of 7, or the Rays who have injuries and some wobbly pitching in the first week of the season. Plus what should happen to Carlton Davis, if anything, after using an anti-Asian slur on social media.

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Ndamukong Suh Signs & Mailbag Questions Bucs Draft, Schedule, Carlton Davis, Kevin Kiermaier and More

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs officially signing Ndamukong Suh to return all 22 Super Bowl starters next year, plus your mailbag questions about what position the Bucs may take at pick 32 in the NFL Draft, who the season opener may be against, what will happen with Carlton Davis after a tweet with an anti-Asian slur, what stadium improvements does Joel Glazer want, will Kevin Kiermaier's starts be limited by his lack of offensive production and should we be concerned with Chris Archer and Rich Hill's first appearances.

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Rays Start Season Winning 2 of 3, Lightning Split Weekend Series & Gonzaga's OT Win

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of 3 from the Marlins to open the series as Tyler Glasnow and Ryan Yarborough pitched well, the Lightning split a weekend series with the Red Wings as Christopher Gibson got his first start for the Lightning in goal and where does Gonzaga-UCLA rank as an all-time college basketball game.

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Rays Win On Opening Day, Lightning Snap Losing Streak & Bucs Won't Draft A Kicker

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 04:54:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on they Rays shutting out the Marlins on Opening Day as Tyler Glasnow dazzles and the offense was just good enough to win 1-0. Plus the Lightning snap their 3-game losing streak behind Andrei Vasilevskiy and Braydon Point, the Bucs won't draft a kicker this year and the Final Four is this weekend.

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Is This The Best Rays Offense Ever & How Will Pitching Staff Shake Out

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin on Opening Day as the Tampa Bay Rays are looking to defend their American League Championship in a full 162 game schedule. How will Tyler Glasnow handle the role of ace, how will the rest of the staff shake out and is this the best offense the Rays have ever had.

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Bruce Arians to Have A Physical Camp, NFL Expands Season, Lightning Lose Again and Remembering Tedd Webb

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 05:15:05 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bruce Arians saying he's gonna run a 'very, very physical preseason camp' to make sure the Bucs are complacent, the NFL expands it season to 17 games, the Lightning lose 3 in a row but luckily Victor Hedman is ok after getting hurt on Tuesday and remembering Tedd Webb who died at the age of 72.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Expectations, Free Agency and NFL Draft Needs, Rays Pitching Depth & Lightning's Recent Losses

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about the expectations for the Buccaneers in 2021, will the Bucs pursue anyone else in free agency, what positions could they look to add in the NFL Draft, Antonio Brown's civil suit, is Lavonte David a Hall of Famer, should the Rays trade for another reliever, what is happening with the Lightning right now, does Jeff Scott get a do-over for last year at USF, what to make of the Tim Peel suspension by the NHL and the Deshaun Watson investigation.

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Bucs Return All 22 Super Bowl Starters, Rays Cut Down Roster & Lightning Lose 2 In A Row

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 04:45:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers returning all 22 starters from the Super Bowl as Leonard Fournette signs, the Rays cut their roster for Opening Day including Josh Fleming who doesn't make it, the Lightning have lost 2 in a row without Ryan McDonagh and Erik Cernak, the quarterbacks impress at the USF Spring Game and farewell to Howard Schnellenberger.

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Rick and Tom On The Best And Worst Sporting Events To Cover

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on how covering sports is great but is without it's headaches and frustrations. It's the best and worst events to cover in sports.

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Bucs Sign Smith and Suh Plus Your Mailbag Questions on Antonio Brown, Leonard Fournette and More

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers continuing to sign their free agents as Donovan Smith and Ndamukong Suh are both returning plus your mailbag questions about Antonio Brown, Leonard Fournette, the draft, Bruce Arians' legacy, and how pitching will fare this year in Major League Baseball.

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Rick and Tom on Jameis Winston's Emotional Comments About Drew Brees' Impact On Him

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:22:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Jameis Winston's emotional comments about Drew Brees who retired this year and if his second act in New Orleans can be successful.

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'Two Tuddies' Is Signed & USF Women Looking For Sweet 16 Berth Today

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Rob Gronkowski signing his new contract with the Buccaneers and what that means for the team, DeSean Jackson goes to the Rams in a good pickup plus Darek Sharp joins us from San Antonio where the USF Women's Basketball team will face top-seed NC State this afternoon for a berth in the Sweet 16.

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March Madness Doesn't Disappoint & Lightning Win 2 Behind Great Goaltending

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:00:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the craziness that is March Madness as Oral Roberts is in the Sweet 16 as a 15 seed, plus the Lightning win both games over the weekend thanks to great goaltending, the NFL is set to release the Bucs season recap video this week and Ji-Man Choi may miss opening day.

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Who Are The Greatest Announcers Of All Time?

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:14:19 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are talking who the best broadcasters of all time and who are the up-and-coming announcers.

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Bucs Continue Signing Their Free Agents, Austin Meadows Looking Good & Victor Hedman With 500 Points

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs continuing to sign their free agents as Ryan Succop and Aaron Stinnie are returning. Plus Austin Meadows continues to look good for the Rays in Spring Training and the Lightning continue to roll as Victor Hedman now has 500 career points.

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Bucs Keeping Drunken Promises & Lightning Continue To Play Well

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:09:29 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Buccaneers who are keeping their drunken promises from the Boat Parade as they are bringing the band back for another run at the Super Bowl with Lavonte David, Chris Godwin, Shaq Barrett and Rob Gronkowski all returning. So can they win a 2nd Super Bowl with this group as NFL free agency is underway and every team is chasing Tampa Bay. Plus the Lightning are looking good at the halfway point of the season and they're in first place.

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The Bucs Are Putting The Band Back Together

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs putting the band back together as Shaq Barrett and Rob Gronkowski sign deals an avoid becoming a free agent and who the Bucs might sign next. Plus the Lightning lose to Nashville as they start 5 games in 7 days and your mailbag questions about Bucs ownership, franchise value, agents, Wander Franco and strike out ratios.

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Can The Buccaneers Keep Shaq Barrett As Free Agency Is Set To Begin & How Good Is Brayden Point

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on Buccaneers free agency as the legal tampering period begins today at 12pm and Shaq Barrett isn't signed yet, how Tom Brady's restructured contract helps and the details on Lavonte David's deal. Plus the Lightning continue to roll as Brayden Point keeps shining while Nikita Kucherov is back on the ice after hip surgery.

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The Most Overrated Sports Franchises

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Dak Prescott's deal with Cowboys and if but is there a more overrated franchise in sports.

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Lightning To Raise Stanley Cup Banner On Saturday While They're Off To Best Start In Franchise History

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the the NFL setting their salary cap at $182.5 million for this season meaning the Buccaneers will most likely have to restructure some contracts to get under that number. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to discuss the 1st place Tampa Bay Lightning who are off to their best start ever and will welcome fans back to Amalie Arena this weekend to raise their Stanley Cup banner.

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Why The Bucs Gave The Franchise Tag To Chris Godwin, How Lavonte David's Deal Happened & Can They Sign Shaq Barrett

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:49:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Buccaneers decision to franchise tag Chris Godwin and allow Shaquil Barrett to become a free agent if he doesn't sign a long-term deal in the next few days. Plus how the Lavonte David deal come to fruition to keep him a Buccaneer and reduce his salary cap hit.

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MAILBAG: Who Will Bucs Franchise, Could OBJ Come To Tampa, Will They Draft a QB & OJ Howard's Rehab

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answer your mailbag questions about the NFL Salary Cap, who the Bucs might use the Franchise Tag on, how is OJ Howard's rehab going and will he be a Buccaneer this year, could the Buccaneers get OBJ, who might the Bucs draft including a quarterback, how will the NFL schedule the 17th game, what is the over under on the Rays win total this year, how good is Blake Coleman on the Lightning and have you seen Ted Lasso.

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Buccaneers and Tom Brady Working To Restructure Contract & Lightning Off To Best Start In Franchise History

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud with the latest on Tom Brady and the Buccaneers attempting to restructure his contract to give them more salary cap flexibility as free agency approaches. Plus what some of Vincent Jackson's business colleagues are saying about his death and the Lightning are off to the best start in franchise history after scoring 6 straight goals in Chicago.

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Have The Gators Fixed Their Defense, Is FSU On The Way Back & What Giselle Told Tom Brady After The Super Bowl

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 05:50:58 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss if the Gators have figured out how to fix their defense, is Florida State on the way back up and how big is USF getting their indoor practice facility by next summer. Plus what Giselle told Tom Brady right after he won the Super Bowl and Wander Franco crushes a homerun in Spring Training.

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Would You Stay At A Hotel In Space & Why It's So Hard To Repeat As Champions

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones why it's so hard for teams to repeat as Champions, is Randy Arozarena set to become a superstar this year and would you go to the Space Hotel?

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Which Of The 4 'Champa Bay' Championships Means The Most To You?

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:42:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on which of the 4 'Champa Bay' Championships means the most to you, if this is the best sports market to live in which one is the worst and if Drew Brees doesn't retire how does that impact the quarterback shuffle in the NFL.

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When Tom Brady Began Preparing For Next Season & Your Mailbag Questions About Free Agency, Schedule, Randy Arozarena and More

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct on if the Bucs should franchise Lavonte David, which free agents will they lose this offseason, should they have kept Josh Rosen, will the Bucs host NFL's opening night this year, will Randy Arozarena become a super star this year and does the NHL's siloed division help or hurt they Lightning in the playoffs.

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Why It's Tough To Repeat As Champions, Rays Open Grapefruit League Action & Lightning in 1st Again

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:06:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why it's hard to repeat as Super Bowl Champions as the Buccaneers have free agents they will lose from this team. Plus the Rays begin Spring Training and the Lightning are leading the division once again.

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Tyler Glasnow's New Pitch, Randy Arozarena's Encore & Brandon Lowe's Motivation

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:09:58 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on Vincent Jackson's death including the private funeral that was held on Wednesday for family. Then we are joined by Rays Radio Pre/Post Game Host Neil Solondz to talk about Tyler Glasnow's new pitch, how will the pitching rotation shake out, what will Randy Arozarena do for an encore, Brandon Lowe's new motivation and will we finally see Wander Franco this year.

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Which Tampa Bay Coach Would You Want To Manage A Must-Win Game

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on which manager/coach would you want to manage a winner-take-all must-win game, which free agent should the Bucs franchise and which Rays new pitchers will have the best season.

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Rick and Tom on Tigers Wood's One-Car Accident

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Tiger Woods' one-car accident that has resulted in two broken legs and a fractured ankle as he's lucky it wasn't much worse. We discuss his part-fairy tale, part-tragic life and career.

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MAILBAG: Which Bucs Free Agents Will Stay, Could JJ Watt Come & What To Make of Rick Kriseman's Comments On The Rays

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:23:20 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Tom Brady's contract, will Bucs free agents take less to stay, will they Franchise Tag Shaq Barrett, could JJ Watt join Tampa Bay, how will Rays stadium situation work out and what will their pitching rotation look like, plus did Rick enjoy covering the Bucs this season.

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Tom Brady Is Changing The NFL & Should Deaths Like Vincent Jackson's Come As A Surprise

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:50:54 GMT

Rick Stroud on if we should be surprised if Vincent Jackson's death should be a shock with what we know about the NFL as John Romano wrote about in the Tampa Bay Times. Plus Tom Brady is changing the power of the quarterback in the NFL as teams are desperately searching for elite QBs to lead their teams, should we be worried about the Lightning who have lost 3 of 4 and the Raptors knock off the 76ers.

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When Did Vincent Jackson Die & How Will The Rays Setup Their Pitching Staff This Season

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on the Vincent Jackson investigation as a preliminary report was released that Jackson may have been dead for 2-3 days before he was found. Plus Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin joins us as pitchers and catchers have reported to Port Charlotte for the Rays. How will they setup their pitching staff this season, Blake Snell's thoughts on the World Series and being traded, and will Kevin Kiermaier be on the roster for Opening Day.

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Sheriff Says Vincent Jackson Suffered From Chronic Alcoholism and Maybe CTE

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:34:23 GMT

Rick Stroud on the latest in the Vincent Jackson investigation including Sheriff Chad Chronister speaking about a possible cause of death before the autopsy has been completed. Plus the Rays make a couple of trades for more pitching, Tim Tebow retires from baseball and Fernando Tatis, Jr. signs a $340 million contract with the Padres.

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Remembering Vincent Jackson

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:07:09 GMT

Rick Stroud on former Buccaneers receiver Vincent Jackson who died on Monday at the age of 38. He had a fantastic 12-year career but he'll be remembered more for what he did off the field in the community and helping others.

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MAILBAG: Can Bucs Sign All Their Free Agents, Keys To Their Recent Draft Success & Number Of Wins Next Season

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Buccaneers free agency, what changed for the Bucs to have better drafts the last 4 years, who had a bigger impact as a rookie - Tristan Wirfs or Antoine Winfield, Jr., any current long-time Bucs destined for the Hall of Fame, next year's over/under for wins and should Tom Brady apologize for throwing the Lombardi Trophy?

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When Bruce Arians Realized He's A Super Bowl Champion, Tom Brady's Offseason Surgery & How Playoff Lenny Almost Didn't Happen

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:16:51 GMT

Rick Stroud on his conversation with Bruce Arians which includes when it struck Bruce Arians that is now a Super Bowl Champion Coach, what he said to Tom Brady right after winning the game, how close Playoff Lenny was to becoming Waiver Wire Lenny and Tom Brady is having surgery this offseason. Plus the Rays sign a couple of pitchers, the Lightning lose Anthony Cirelli to injury for at least a couple of weeks and the Daytona 500 finally ended.

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Can The Buccaneers and Lightning Repeat as Champions?

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 05:00:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if the Buccaneers can repeat as Super Bowl Champions next year. Plus is this Tom Brady's greatest accomplishment and just how good are the Lightning this season.

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The GOAT On A Boat

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Championship Boat Parade in downtown Tampa on Wednesday where Tom Brady threw the Lombardi Trophy from his boat to Cameron Brate, Bruce Arians said everyone was coming back next year and finally Devin White got to ride his horse around Raymond James Stadium with the Lombardi Trophy.

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Is This Super Bowl Victory Tom Brady's Greatest Accomplishment?

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:03:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if Tom Brady winning the Super Bowl with the Buccaneers is his greatest accomplishment and where does it rank in sports history. Plus can the Buccaneers run it back next year and previewing today's boat parade in downtown Tampa.

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Tom Brady's Guarantee To Win The Super Bowl & The Fiery Speech He Gave To Teammates

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:19:03 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's guarantee to his teammates that they would win the Super Bowl and his fiery speech he gave in a players only meeting. Plus Bruce Arians talking about the team's celebration, the Lightning win in Nashville as Curtis McElhinney gets his first start in 11 months and the Rays trade a pitcher.

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Tom Brady and The Buccaneers Are Super Bowl Champions

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 08:21:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers winning their 2nd Super Bowl as the defense bullied Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs by holding them to just 3 field goals. Tom Brady collected his 7th rings as he defeats 3 Super Bowl MVP quarterbacks to deliver the Bucs a home field victory!

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Super Bowl LV Preview - A Podcast 18 Years In The Making For Bucs Fans

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:49:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Super Bowl LV in Tampa between the Chiefs and the Buccaneers as the Bucs see Antonio Brown return to practice at full speed but Cam Brate is now dealing with a back issue. Plus we get the scoop on the Chiefs from Kansas City Star beat writer Herbie Teope as they are moving guys around on the offensive line to deal with injuries. It's the podcast 18 years in the making as the Buccaneers are back in the Super Bowl and Tom Brady is going for his 7th ring.

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Bucs Injury News Is Good So Far For The Super Bowl And Chris Archer Returns To The Rays

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on how Wednesday's Bucs practice was just like a regular Wednesday during the season with the exception of practicing a long halftime which occurs during the Super Bowl. The Bucs have good news on the injury front so far with Antoine Winfield Jr., Antonio Brown and more. Plus Tom Jones joins us on the return of Chris Archer to the Rays and his Super Bowl prediction.

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How Does Super Bowl 55 Coverage Differ From Years Past

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:24:33 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Super Bowl memories of past games as Super Bowl 55 is just days away at Raymond James Stadium and for just the 2nd time in franchise history the Buccaneers are in the game. How has covering Super Bowl's changed over the years and what changes has COVID brought this year including Rick's mic not working for Zoom interviews.

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Wait... How Long Does Tom Brady Want To Continue To Play Football?

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 05:53:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Super Bowl (Virtual) Media Day as the Bucs and Chiefs took questions from the media over Zoom including how long Tom Brady wants to play, Rob Gronkowski faked his virtual workouts in the offseason and how Tyreek Hill would settle the debate of who is faster, he or Scotty Miller. Plus the Lightning beat the Predators 5-2 to sweep the 2-game series as the offense was rolling once again.

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It's Super Bowl Week In Tampa Bay For The City And The Buccaneers

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 05:00:55 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick as Super Bowl LV week is upon us as the Buccaneers continue their preparations for Sunday's game that's 18 years in the making for Bucs fans. Has Tom Brady turned from the heel to a fan favorite with the change in scenery, plus the Rams trade Jared Goff and 3 draft picks to Detroit for Matthew Stafford and the Lightning get physical with the Predators in a 4-3 win on Saturday.

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MAILBAG: X-Factor for Bucs in Super Bowl, How Long Will Tom Brady Play & Is JPP a Hall of Famer

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 05:08:45 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about who the X-factor might be for the Bucs in the Super Bowl, how long will Tom Brady play, should he go into the Bucs Ring of Honor after just 1 season, is Jason Pierre-Paul a Hall of Famer, will other quarterback find it hard to form a Super Team after moving teams, why did Josh Heupel leave UCF for Tennessee and what's the latest on the Rays stadium situation.

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No One Is Worthy Of Joining The Baseball Hall of Fame This Year?

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 05:10:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Baseball Writers decision to elect exactly no one to the Hall of Fame this year. Does Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Curt Schilling belong in the Hall or should alleged steroid use and political statements worthy of denying entry.

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Is Tom Brady Leading Bucs To Super Bowl The Greatest Sports Story In Tampa Bay History?

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:14:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if Tom Brady leading the Buccaneers to the Super Bowl at the age of 43 is the greatest sports story in Tampa Bay history. Plus Tom Brady has ended the debate of the 'Greatest Of All Time' and what to make of Aaron Rodgers career in which he's made it to 1 Super Bowl.

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How Impressive Is Tom Brady's 10 Conference Championship and His Parents Had COVID At The Start Of The Season

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on just how big Tom Brady's accomplishment of 10 Super Bowl appearances is and how he isn't appreciated enough for what he has done. Plus Tom Brady's parent had COVID-19 at the start of the season and it was series, we're ready for the Olympics this year in Florida, the Lightning have more schedule changes and lose Mitchell Stephens indefinitely and Arizona asks Major League Baseball to push back the start of Spring Training.

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The Buccaneers Beat The Packers To Return Home For Super Bowl 55 In Tampa!

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:09:19 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Green Bay where the Buccaneers defeated the Packers 31-26 in the NFC Championship to earn a trip back home to Tampa for Super Bowl 55 on February 7th. Rick and Joey Knight break down the game as the Buccaneers perservered through 6 dropped passes from their receivers and a Packers comeback after leading 28-10 in the 3rd quarter. The defense came up with big plays including turnovers and the Bucs converted a 4th-and-3 late in the 1st half that led to a touchdown a play later.

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Buccaneers-Packers On Sunday For A Spot In Super Bowl LV

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:57:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight preview the NFC Championship between the Bucs and Packers. How do Brady and Brees stack up, what does Vita Vea's return mean, how impressive is Devin White in leading the defense, and more.

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Rick and Tom On Brady-Rodgers NFC Championship Matchup And Where Rodgers Ranks Among All-Time QBs

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Tom Brady-Aaron Rodgers quarterback matchup this weekend in the NFC Championship Game but can Rodgers be in the GOAT conversation with only 1 Super Bowl win. Plus would a Buccaneers Super Bowl win rate as the greatest year of any Tampa Bay team of all time plus who will win the AFC.

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Rick and Tom on How Big Bucs Win In New Orleans Was & Should Drew Brees Have Been Pulled

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:27:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Tom Brady's legacy in Tampa Bay after he's led the Buccaneers to the NFC Championship by beating Drew Brees and the Saints. Plus should Sean Payton have switched to Jameis Winston in the game to give them a better chance of winning and baseball has lost another Hall of Famer in Don Sutton.

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Will Vita Vea Return To Bucs Defensive Line This Sunday In The NFC Championship

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:51:14 GMT

Rick Stroud on the news he broke on Monday about Vita Vea's possible return to the Buccaneers defensive line this Sunday in Green Bay for the NFC Championship after he broke his leg back on October 8th. Plus Antonio Brown had an MRI on Monday so his status is up in the air and the Lightning have 2 players on the COVID list.

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Buccaneers Beat Saints To Advance To NFC Championship Vs. Packers

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 07:05:10 GMT

The Buccaneers beat the Saints 30-20 to advance to the NFC Championship on Sunday in Green Bay for the first time since 2003. The Bucs defense led the way forcing 4 turnovers including 3 picks of Drew Brees as they avenged 2 regular season losses. Meanwhile the offense was balanced as Leonard Fournette and Ronald Jones ran the ball well and Tom Brady managed the passing game.

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Tom Brady Vs. Drew Brees With A Trip To NFC Championship On The Line

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight breakdown Tom Brady vs Drew Brees Take 3 on Sunday in the playoffs as the winner moves onto the NFC Championship Game. The Saints have won 5 in a row over the Buccaneers but does that matter as Tom Brady has the offense rolling and Devin White returns for the defense that Bruce Arians says must play better.

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Are The Saints In The Bucs Heads Going Into Sunday's Playoff Game

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:56:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if the Saints are in the Buccaneers heads leading into their Divisional Playoff Matchup this weekend as New Orleans has won 5 straight in the series. Plus with Aaron Rodgers set to host Jeopardy, what are the best TV game shows.

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Lightning Open Their Stanley Cup Title Defense Tonight vs. Blackhawks

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:32:02 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Tampa Bay Lightning opening their Stanley Cup defense tonight vs. the Blackhawks at Amalie Arena without fans in the building. How will they deal with the loss of Nikita Kucherov this year and who might step up. Plus is this Alabama team the best one of all-time and NostraThomas takes a victory lap on the Steelers.

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Bucs Get Devin White Back and Alabama Wins Their 6th National Title Under Nick Saban

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 06:25:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Alabama winning another National Championship under Nick Saban as they blowout Ohio State 52-24 and the Bucs are preparing for their Divisional Round playoff matchup vs. the Saints as they get Devin White back from the Reserve/COVID list but backup Kevin Minter goes on it.

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Buccaneers Get First Playoff Win in Almost 18 Years With The Saints Up Next & College Football Championship Preview

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 05:05:50 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs first playoff win since Super Bowl 37 in January 2003 as they beat Washington 31-23 behind an offense that is rolling, despite a few drops, and saw Leonard Fournette have his best game as a Buccaneer. The defense struggled some against a mobile quarterback in Taylor Heineicke and Bruce Arians says they're performance wouldn't be good enough. Then Matt Baker joins us from Miami to preview the College Football Championship between Alabama and Ohio State and the Lightning won't be playing in front of fans to start the season.

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What Can The Bucs Expect From Mike Evans In Their First Playoff Game In 13 Years

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight preview the Buccaneers first playoff game in 13 years as they travel to Washington for a Saturday night matchup. What can they expect from Mike Evans, can they protect Tom Brady from Chase Young and Washington's defensive line and without Devin White can they make life difficult for Alex Smith.

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Rick And Tom On Tanking In Sports, The Heisman Trophy And A New Job For Peyton Manning

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Eagles tanking their final game against the Redskins and does it hurt the game. Plus Devonta Smith wins the Heisman Trophy but was it the right choice and it's time to find Peyton Manning a new job.

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Rick and Tom - Can Buccaneers Season Be Deemed A Success If They Lose Saturday Plus John Lynch and Ronde Barber Are Hall Of Fame Finalists

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 05:24:35 GMT

Rick and Tom make the case for the Buccaneers to win and lose this Saturday in Washington in the first playoff game in 13 seasons and if they do lose can this season be viewed as a success. Plus the Hall of Fame finalists are out and both John Lynch and Ronde Barber are on it so will either get in.

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Mike Evans Could Play This Saturday and Who Got Best Of The Brady-Belichick Talk This Year

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:13:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans potential return to practice on Thursday ahead of Saturday Night's Bucs-Washington playoff game that will be played without fans in the stands. Plus did the NFL do the Buccaneers wrong by playing them on Saturday as Devin White is unavailable, who go the better of the Brady-Belichick comparisons this year, the Lightning open training camp as Steven Stamkos looks good and we love the winter time in Florida.

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Buccaneers To Face Washington In First Playoff Game In 13 Years And They Might Be Without Mike Evans

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 05:16:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs beating the Falcons but possibly losing Mike Evans for the Bucs first playoff game in 13 season after he hyperextends his knees in the end zone. The Buccaneers will face Washington on Saturday night so Devin White will not be available as he'll still be in quarantine per NFL protocols. Antonio Brown had 11 catches to reach a financial bonus and kept the red-hot offense sizzling as Tom Brady finishes the regular season with 40 TD passes, the most he's thrown since 2007.

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Bucs Regular Season Finale Preview & More Reaction To Blake Snell Trade

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud with a Buccaneers-Falcons preview as a win gets the Bucs the #5 seed to face the NFC East winner in the first round. Plus Ronald Jones and Mike Evans are going for 1,000 yards on the season and Rick answers your mailbag questions about the Bucs, Lightning schedule and your reaction to the Blake Snell trade.

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Is Dan Mullen Interested In The NFL & Why Players Opt Out Of Bowl Games

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss D'Eriq King's injury he sustained in a Bowl Game the other night, why players opt out of Bowl Games, a preview of the College Football Playoff Semifinals and are NFL's trying to hire Florida's Dan Mullen.

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Rick and Tom On Buccaneers First Playoff Game in 13 Years

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on just how far the Bucs can go in the playoffs now that they've clinched a spot for the first time since 2007. Plus what are you New Year's Eve plans and stories from the past.

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Rick and Tom On Rays Trading Blake Snell & Lightning's Cup Defense Without Nikita Kucherov

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Rays trading Blake Snell and the over-reaction from the national media who don't cover the team but think they are bad for baseball despite the fact the Rays are better than most of the teams they cover. Plus the Lightning have to play this season without Nikita Kucherov and had to trade Braydon Coburn and Cedric Paquette to become salary cap compliant.

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The Buccaneers Are Playoff Bound For The First Time Since 2007

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight on the Buccaneers clinching their first playoff berth since 2007 with a 47-7 thumping of the Lions on Saturday. They can lock up the 5th seed with a win on Sunday vs. the Falcons as they have to decide whether to rest anyone prior to the playoffs. Plus former USF quarterback Jordan McCloud enters the transfer portal and the Lightning trade Braydon Coburn and Cedric Paquette to clear salary cap space.

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MAILBAG: Bucs Slow Starts, Lack of Pro-Bowlers, Tristan Wirfs Ceiling and College Football Playoff Expansion

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions on Christmas about Bruce Arians and his staff, what's with the Bucs slow starts, how good is Tristan Wirfs, what has happened to the Bucs secondary, why didn't the Bucs get more Pro Bowl selections, should the College Football Playoff field be expanded and will Ji-Man Choi make further strides forward to becoming an every day first baseman.

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Impact of the Florida Gators Recruiting Violations Moving Forward and College Football Playoff Problems

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the impact the recruiting violations committed by Florida will have, how the Gators played in the SEC Championship game, why the College Football Playoff system is broken and previewing the Outback Bowl between Ole Miss and Indiana.

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Is College Football Broken Or Are You Ok With This TV Show?

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the 'controversial' selections for College Football Playoff as the blue bloods of Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State and Notre Dame make it so is College Football broken? Plus Christmas gift etiquette, cash or gift cards?

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Rick and Tom As Bucs On Verge of Playoffs & Could Lightning Be Without Nikita Kucherov To Start Season

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Buccaneers being on the verge of clinching their first playoff berth since 2007 and can they make a run in January. The Lightning are set to start in January in a new division for the season as we learn Nikita Kucherov could miss some significant time with a hip injury.

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Bucs Overcome Another Slow Start to Beat The Falcons 31-27

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight on the Bucs tale of 2 halves as they were bad in the first half, tremendous in the 2nd half for a 31-27 win over the Falcons after trailing 17-0 at halftime. Tom Brady threw for 320 yards in the 2nd half and Antonio Brown scored his first touchdown as a Buccaneer, the game winning TD. Plus College Football's final 4 has been decided, Rays sign a pitcher and the NHL will return on January 13th.

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Bucs Could Be Without Ronald Jones This Weekend & Conference Championship Weekend Preview

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Bucs-Falcons game as Tampa Bay might be without their starting running back Ronald Jones who broke his pinky and is on the reserve/COVID list. Then Matt Baker previews Conference Championship weekend including the Florida-Alabama game, Clemson-Notre and Ohio State-Northwestern.

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Rick and Tom On The Biggest Goats in Sports History

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Marco Wilson may go down as one of the bigger goats in sports history for the Gators after tossing a shoe 20 yards, Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss who are some of the biggest goats in sports including names like Bill Buckner, Chris Webber and Steve Bartman.

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Buccaneers Kickers and Long Snapper on Reserve/COVID List & Rick and Tom On The NFL and College Football

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 05:15:21 GMT

Rick Stroud on what Ronald Jones’ broken pinky means for the Bucs, what Bruce Arians’ plans are if Ryan Succop, Bradley Pinion and Zach Triner all miss Sunday’s game on the Reserve COVID list plus Tom Jones on the Bucs win over the Vikings, a look around the NFL and the latest College Football Playoff Rankings.

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Ronald Jones' Might Have a Broken Pinkie Finger & What Marco Wilson's Shoe Toss Means For The Gators

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Ronald Jones potential broken pinkie and what that means for the Bucs going forward, Tom Brady's lack of rest as he yawns during an interview, Marco Wilson's shoe toss for the Gators and what that means for them this season and Hunter Renfroe signs with the Red Sox.

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Buccaneers Snap Losing Streak and Beat The Vikings 26-14

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are at Raymond James Stadium with a recap of the Buccaneers 26-14 win over the Vikings despite a slow start including only 5 plays in the first quarter. Coach Bruce Arians benched Leonard Fournette and the team ran the ball well while Tom Brady threw for 2 TD passes.

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Bucs-Vikings Preview & Did The Big Ten Do The Right Thing In Changing Their Rules

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Bucs-Vikings game as Tampa Bay needs to win this to stay ahead of Minnesota in the Wild Card standings. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss the Big Ten changing the rules to allow Ohio State in their Championship game, Alabama and Florida's matchups before the SEC Championship game next week and the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

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Rick and Tom Telling Stories From Their Early Radio Days

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

With the retirement of radio icon Ron Diaz of WDAE this week, Rick Stroud and Tom Jones tell stories of working with Ron and then get into stories of their radio days and how tough it was at the beginning.

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Rick and Tom On Who Are Super Bowl Contenders And Should Rays Trade Kevin Kiermaier

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on how many teams in the NFL are good, how many games will the Steelers win, can Ohio State make the College Football Playoff after 'The Game' is cancelled, can the NHL start next month and should the Rays trade Kevin Kiermaier.

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Could The Rays Trade Blake Snell or Kevin Kiermaier This Offseason & What Is Impact Of Losing Charlie Morton

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss this year's virtual MLB Winter Meetings, what is the impact of losing Charlie Morton, what is the Rays plan at catcher and could Blake Snell or Kevin Kiermaier be on the move.

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What Is Really Going On With Tom Brady and Bruce Arians Plus What Adjustments Bucs Should Make After Bye Week

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the weekend in the NFL as the Buccaneers are on their bye week getting ready to face the Vikings who have won 5 of 6 and could pass the Bucs in the standings with a win on Sunday. Plus what is really going on between Tom Brady and Bruce Arians and what adjustments the Bucs need to make coming out of the bye.

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Rick and Tom on Tom Brady's Fit In Any Offense, Kirk Herbstreit's White Flag Comments & Christmas Movies

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if Tom Brady should be able to play in any offense, did we expect the Buccaneers to be the best team in football, did Kirk Herbstreit's comments go too far and what are the best Christmas movies.

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Will The SEC Championship Game Determine The Heisman & Why Florida State Wants To Schedule More Games

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker discuss if the Gators Kyle Trask is the Heisman Trophy front-runner and if the SEC Championship will determine the winner, why Florida State wants to play 2 more games this year despite players leaving the program and what to make of Kirk Herbstreit's comments about Michigan ducking Ohio State that he later apologized for making.

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MAILBAG: Will Bryon Leftwich Continue To Call Plays, Why Is Tom Brady Struggling and Does USF's Season Hurt Recruiting?

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Bruce Arian's coaching style, Byron Leftwich calling plays, how Tom Brady is doing in the Bucs offense, why isn't Ke'Shawn Vaughn playing, will Tristan Wirfs play left tackle this year, will Jason Pierre-Paul and/or Shaq Barrett be on the Bucs next year, does COVID-19 change the Rays 2-city plan, does USF's season hurt recruiting and what are you doing during the Bucs bye week.

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What Is Going On With The Buccaneers Offense and Tom Brady?

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on what is really going on with the Buccaneers offense and quarterback Tom Brady as the finger pointing is all over the NFL media with the Bucs losing 2 games in a row. Plus how COVID-19 is changing the College Football Playoff as Ohio State might now qualify for the Big Ten Championship because of cancellations.

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Another Slow Start Dooms The Bucs As Chiefs Win 27-24

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight on where the Bucs go from here after losing 2 in a row for the first time this season. They have a bye week after losing to the Chiefs 27-24 as yet another slow start cost them the game as Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill had a 17-0 lead after the first quarter.

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Bucs-Chiefs Preview & College Football Playoff Rankings Breakdown

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews this weekend’s Bucs-Chiefs matchup as Tom Brady looks to rebound against the reigning Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to talk about the College Football Playoff rankings, Dabo Swinney’s comments after the FSU game cancellation and preview this weekend’s games including the War on I-4.

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Would the Rays Trade Blake Snell and Dabo Swinney Doesn't Get it With COVID

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on Dabo Swinney’s comments after Florida State called off their game last weekend because of a Tigers positive COVID test. Plus the College Football Playoff rankings and would the Rays trade Blake Snell.

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Who Is To Blame For Bucs Monday Night Collapse - Tom Brady or Coaching Staff?

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:39:10 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on what went wrong on Monday night for the Buccaneers against the Rams, what are their chances vs. the Chiefs this week, how will the playoff picture look if they lose and tales from covering high school sports.

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Buccaneers Lose Another Primetime Game As Tom Brady Struggled Throwing The Ball Downfield

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 06:53:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are at Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers dropped another primetime game, this one to the Rams 27-24 as former Buc Matt Gay kicks the game-winning field goal. Tom Brady has the ball and 1 timeout with over 2 minutes remaining but he threw his 2nd interception to end the comeback. The Buccaneers only had 251 yards on the night while Jared Goff threw for over 350 yards.

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The Bucs Are Looking To Change Their Primetime Outcomes Tonight Against the Rams

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 05:14:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Rams game in primetime where the Bucs haven't played well this year. How will the Bucs attack the Rams defense which is one of the best in the league as Ali Marpet is out for a third straight game with a concussion. Plus the Rays designate for assignment Hunter Renfroe and the Toronto Raptors will start the year playing home games at Amalie Arena.

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Can Kyle Trask Win The Heisman, Who is Florida State's QB & Can Indiana Upset Ohio State

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Kyle Trask's Heisman Trophy chances and his NFL future, what does Florida State do now that they lost QB Chubba Purdy and can Indiana upset Ohio State.

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Rick and Tom on COVID's Impact This Football Season, More On Antonio Brown & How Will Jameis Winston Do In New Orleans

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on what impact COVID-19 will have on the rest of the college and NFL football seasons, was there another underlying issue with the Antonio Brown incident from last month and how will Jameis Winston do in New Orleans.

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Latest On Antonio Brown and Your Mailbag Questions About Bucs and Christmas Decorations

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on the Antonio Brown incident at the security gate of his community in which he broke a security camera about 3 weeks before signing with the Buccaneers in which he imtimidated a guard. Plus your mailbag questions about how the Bucs will do on Monday Night against the Rams, who this season will play out, is it better to be the top Wild Card team this year, is Lavonte David a Hall of Famer, how good is Tristan Wirfs and reaction to yesterday's discussion about Christmas decorations.

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Bucs Have To Run The Football, Kyle Trask's Heisman Chances & Decorating For Christmas

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to discuss the Bucs bounce back performance against the Panthers, Drew Brees' injury and how it impacts the NFC South, is Kyle Trask the Heisman favorite, what the future hold for USF and is it too early to start hanging Christmas lights and putting up the tree.

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Buccaneers Bounce Back With Dominating 2nd Half To Beat Panthers 46-23

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight break down the Bucs 46-23 win in Carolina after overcoming a Tropical Storm during the week and a lengthy flight delay on Saturday to bounce back after the Sunday night loss to New Orleans. Ronald Jones ran for a career high 192 yards and Tom Brady led scoring drives on 9 straight possessions and targeted his full array of wide receivers.

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Bucs-Panthers Preview Plus Feleipe Franks Return To The Swamp & Kyle Trask's Heisman Hopes

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Bucs-Panthers game which could be considered a must-win game considering it's a division game and the next 2 opponents are playoff teams including Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Plus Matt Baker discusses the defections from Florida State, the infections in the SEC, Feleipe Frank's return to Florida and Kyle Trask's Heisman hopes.

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Bucs' Marpet Practices, Kevin Cash Wins Manager of the Year and Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs Ali Marpet returning to practice after missing Sunday's game in concussion protocol, Panthers Christian McCaffrey expected to miss the game vs. the Bucs, Kevin Cash's AL Manager of the Year win and your mailbag questions about Leonard Fournette, Byron Leftwich's play calling, Devin White's pass coverage and what the Rays will do this season with the roster.

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Rick and Tom on Gators Win Over Georgia & State Of College Football During COVID

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones the state of College Football in 2020 with COVID, the Gators win over Georgia as they lead the SEC East and the future for Jim Harbaugh and James Franklin at Michigan and Penn State.

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Rick And Tom On What Went Wrong In Bucs Loss On Sunday & What It Means Going Forward

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on who is to really blame for the Bucs 38-3 loss to the Saints on Sunday Night, why did they abandon the run game, what was with Todd Bowles defense calls and can we read a lot into the loss.

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Buccaneers Collapse In 38-3 Loss To Saints

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 06:34:35 GMT

Rick Stroud and Joey Knight on the Bucs 38-3 loss to the Saints on Sunday Night Football as Tom Brady throws 3 interceptions and started the game with four straight 3-and-outs. The Saints have swept the season series with Tampa Bay and lead the Bucs by .5 game in the NFC South and they hold the tiebreaker.

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Previewing A Big Football Weekend: Buccaneers-Saints and Florida-Georgia

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews Sunday night's divisional showdown between the Buccaneers and the Saints as the winner will take control of the NFC South. The Saints should be getting wide receivers Michael Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders back while Antonio Brown will make his Bucs debut at Raymond James Stadium in primetime. Plus Matt Baker joins us to talk college football and whether this is Dan Mullen's best chance to beat Georgia.

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Antonio Brown's 1st Practice, Ali Marpet's Concussion and Chris Torello on Florida-Georgia This Weekend

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Antonio Brown's first practice with the Buccaneers and media availability, Ali Marpet's concussion that could keep him out of the Sunday Night game vs. the Saints and Ryan Succop wins the Special Teams Player of the Week. Plus Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 joins us to talk about Kevin Cash's Manager of the Year odds, Antonio Brown and Florida-Georgia this weekend.

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Antonio Brown Has Been Activated & Can The Bucs Have Too Much Talent On Offense?

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Antonio Brown being activated by the Buccaneers now that his suspension has been served, plus your mailbag questions including if the Bucs can have too much talent on offense, why they don’t play well in primetime, can analytics win a World Series and will college football get to Bowl season.

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Buccaneers Struggle But Win In New York 25-23 Improving To 6-2 On The Season

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 07:41:32 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 25-23 win over the Giants on Monday Night Football as the Bucs come from behind and stop a New York 2-point conversion in the final minute to get the victory. Tom Brady struggled in the first half but a better second half with TDs to Rob Gronkowski and Mike Evans led the way.

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Bucs Preparing For Monday Night Football In New York & A Conversation with Brian Griese

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Buccaneers Monday Night Football game in New York vs. the Giants as the Bucs are looking to close out the first half the season at 6-2, a feat they haven't accomplished since 2002, the year they won the Super Bowl. Plus a conversation with former Buccaneers quarterback Brian Griese who will be on tonight's call and a look around at Sunday's NFL action, some Rays moves ahead of free agency, the Rowdies Championship Game cancelled and the Lightning's names have been engraved on the Stanley Cup.

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Rick and Tom on Antonio Brown and Tom Brady's Season Plus Matt Baker on the Gators Returning To Action

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud discuss the positive COVID-19 test on the Giants which could affect the Bucs Monday Night game in New York. Plus Tom Jones is back to discuss how good the Bucs are this year and if Tom Brady is the MVP of the League. Then Matt Baker joins us to talk college football including the Gators back in action this weekend.

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Rick and Tom On Fallout From Kevin Cash's Decision To Remove Blake Snell In Game 6

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the fallout that comes from Kevin Cash's decision to remove Blake Snell for Nick Anderson in the 6th inning of Game 6 and do the Rays have to win it all next year to live down that moment.

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Should Kevin Cash Have Left Blake Snell In Longer As Bullpen Gives Up Lead and Dodgers Take The World Series

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 05:32:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Manager Kevin Cash's decision to pull Blake Snell in the 6th inning of a 2-hit shutout which backfired as the Dodgers scored 2 and went on to win Game 6 and become World Series Champions. The bullpen couldn't hold the lead as the hitting only got 5 hits and couldn't score more than a solo homerun from Randy Arozarena in the 1st inning. Plus Chris Godwin will miss the Monday night game at New York with a broken finger he had surgery on.

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Rays Need Blake Snell To Pitch Well in Game 6 & Tom Brady Is Playing At An Elite Level

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 06:09:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays chances in Game 6 tonight as Blake Snell is on the mound with Tampa Bay needing a win to force Game 7 on Wednesday. Plus Tom Brady is playing at a level he's only done 2 other times in his career and those years he won the MVP award in 2007 and 2010.

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Rays Lose Game 5, Face A Must-Win on Tuesday & Buccaneers Dominate Raiders 45-20

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 05:17:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays magically Game 4 on Saturday night as Seminole's own Brett Phillips was the hero but the Dodgers have regained the series lead behind Clayton Kershaw as they win Game 5 on Sunday 4-2. The Buccaneers are now 5-2 on the season after beating the Raiders in Las Vegas 45-20 as Tom Brady has thrown 15 TDs and 1 interception in his last 5 games as the offense is heating up.

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Bucs-Raiders Game Time Shifted & Rays Preparing for 3 World Series Games This Weekend

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs-Raiders game time change for Sunday's game from primetime to 4pm due to COVID-19 testing on the Raiders plus how this game is Jon Gruden's worst nightmare as he faces his old team and Tom Brady who beat him in the 'Tuck Rule' game. Then Rays Radio Pregame host Neil Solondz joins us to preview this weekend's World Series games 3, 4 and 5 as the Rays evened up the series on Wednesday and the bats started to warm up.

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Brandon Lowe And The Rays Bats Wake Up To Win World Series Game 2 & College Football Preview

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 05:20:23 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-4 win to even the World Series at 1-1 as Brandon Lowe breaks out with 2 homeruns and Blake Snell pitched no hit the Dodgers through 4 innings. Plus Matt Baker joins us to talk about College Football as the Big Ten returns this week and the Gators are hoping to reopen their facilities on Monday.

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Rays Lose Game 1 To Dodgers 8-3 As Hits Remain Elusive

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 04:29:52 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Rays 8-3 loss in Game 1 of the World Series as Tyler Glasnow walked 6 and allowed 6 runs and the bats were quiet again against Clayton Kershaw. Plus your mailbag questions about Wander Franco, Shaq Barrett and OJ Howard.

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Rays World Series Preview & Can Bucs Defense Lead This Team

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin from Arlington, Texas, to preview the World Series between the Rays and Dodgers which starts tonight including how the starting pitching matches up, the bullpen and Randy Arozarena. Plus could this Buccaneers defense actually carry Tom Brady this season after they harassed Aaron Rodgers all game long on Sunday.

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Buccaneers Defense Dominates in 38-10 Romp Over Packers & Rays Are Going To The World Series

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 04:00:26 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina from Raymond James Stadium after the Bucs 38-10 victory over the Packers as the Buccaneers defense turned the game on 2 interceptions and dominated Aaron Rodgers leading to the Bucs scoring 38 unanswered points. Plus the Rays are going to the World Series for the first time since 2008 as Charlie Morton was once again big in a Game 7 and Randy Arozarena continues to impress.

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Astros Walk Off On The Rays To Force Game 6 & Bucs Prepare for Aaron Rodgers and the Packers

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays dropping their 2nd straight to the Astros to force Game 6 tonight with Blake Snell on the mound needing a better effort than in Game 1. Plus the Bucs prepare to face Aaron Rodgers and the Packers who might be the best team in the NFC and suddenly the Bucs are looking at 3-3 if they lose and could be in 3rd place in the NFC South.

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Rays Fall To Astros 4-3 To Force Game 5 Tonight & Gators-LSU Game Postponed for COVID-19

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:33:08 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 loss in Game 4 meaning there will be a Game 5 tonight as the Rays lead 3-1. Tyler Glasnow pitched well but was behind too many hitters and the bats remain relatively quiet. Plus some Bucs injury updates on Carlton Davis and Matt Baker joins us to discuss the Florida Gators-LSU game postponement and Nick Saban testing positive for COVID-19.

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Rays 1 Win From The World Series As Defense Continues To Shine

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 06:06:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays moving 1 win from advancing to their 2nd World Series in franchise history as the defense shines once again in a 5-2 win over the Astros. The Rays are taking advantage of Jose Altuve's errors and will look to sweep tonight with Tyler Glasnow on the bump. Plus the Bucs are back at practice to prepare for the Packers and hoping to get several offensive weapons back this year and the Florida Gators have stopped football activities with 19 positive COVID-19 tests.

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Rays Defense Gives Them 2-0 Series Lead in ALCS Over Astros

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:27:12 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays defense and timely home runs have given the Rays a 2-0 series lead in the ALCS as Manuel Margot's 3 run shot in the 1st was enough for the win. Plus former Bucs Coach Raheem Morris is the interim Head Coach in Atlanta and Tom Brady pokes fun at himself in congratulating Lebron James for winning his 4th championship.

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Rays Take ALCS Game 1 As Pitching And Defense Lead The Way

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:42:49 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Game 1 win over the Astros in the ALCS as Blake Snell scuffles but only allows 1 run, Diego Castillo saves the game and Mike Zunino has the game-winning RBI. Plus the Lightning put Tyler Johnson on waivers as they look to move him to save salary, the Bucs had the weekend off but have lost Vita Vea for the season and it was a rough week of college football for the Florida schools.

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Buccaneers Lose To Bears 20-19 As They Score Only 1 Touchdown

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 06:04:31 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina are in Chicago as the Buccaneers lost 20-19 to the Bears after their last minute drive failed. Tom Brady was hit a lot as they only scored 1 touchdown, they were penalized a lot and they may have lost Vita Vea for a long time to injury. Plus the Rays will face the Yankees tonight in Game 5 of the ALDS as it's Tyler Glasnow vs. Gerrit Cole.

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Kevin Kiermaier Leads Rays Over Yankees For Series Lead & Bucs In Chicago Without Some Key Weapons

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 04:03:06 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-4 win over the Yankees to take a 2-games-to-1 lead in the ALDS. Kevin Kiermaier hit a big 3-run homerun, Charlie Morton worked out of trouble and Randy Arozarena continues to carry the team as they are 1 win away from the American League Championship Series. Plus the Bucs are heading to Chicago for Thursday night football without Justin Watson, Chris Godwin and Shady McCoy while Leonard Fournette is doubtful. Also Tom Jones joins us again to talk Bucs football.

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Rays Even Series With Yankees Hitting 4 Homeruns & Can Lightning Make Another Run Next Year

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:51:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Rays 7-5 victory over the Yankees in Game 2 of the ALDS to even the series as Tampa Bay hits 4 homeruns and strikeout 18 New York batters. Plus can the Lightning keep their core together and win another Stanley Cup.

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Rays Drop Game 1 To Yankees Despite Having A Lead On Gerrit Cole Through 4 Innings

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 04:44:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays dropping Game 1 of the ALDS to the Yankees after Blake Snell was handed a 3-2 lead in the 4th but couldn't hold onto the lead and then the Yankees blew it wide open in the 9th off John Curtiss to lose 9-3. Plus the Bucs are preparing for Chicago on Thursday night and the short week as they are dealing with injuries on offense and the NHL Draft starts tonigth but the Lightning currently don't have any picks in the first round.

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Tom Brady Leads Comeback to Beat Chargers As Buccaneers Improve to 3-1

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 04:29:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the Bucs 38-31 win over the Chargers as they overcame a 17-point deficit an Tom Brady threw 5 TDs to 5 different receivers. The Bucs now have a short week as they play on Thursday night in Chicago and they will be without OJ Howard for the rest of the year after suffering an Achilles injury. Plus the Rays get set to face the Yankees tonight in the ALDS.

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What Happened To Florida State, How Good Are The Hurricanes & Bucs-Chargers Preview

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the Bucs-Chargers game this weekend at Raymond James Stadium as they will be without Chris Godwin, plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker on what happened to Florida State last week and what's on tap this weekend.

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Lightning Celebrating The Stanley Cup In Style & Rays Advance to ALDS

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 05:09:24 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's Victory celebrations on Wednesday which included a boat parade, a ceremony at Raymond James Stadium and lots of alcohol. Plus the Rays sweep the Blue Jays to advance to the American League Divisional Series next week in San Diego and the Bucs will be without Chris Godwin this week.

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Blake Snell Was Dealing As Rays Take Series Lead Over Blue Jays

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 04:30:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Blake Snell's dominating performance as the Rays take the first game from the Blue Jays in the American League Wild Card Best of 3 series. The Lightning Stanley Cup celebrations have started ahead of today's public parties and the Bucs will play with fans this weekend at Raymond James Stadium albeit around 10,000.

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Lightning Win The Stanley Cup and the Rays Begin Their Quest For The World Series

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 08:31:41 GMT

The Tampa Bay Lightning are Stanley Cup Champions for the 2nd time in franchise history as Victor Hedman takes the Conn Smythe Trophy for MVP and the Bolts get redemption for their early playoff exit last year. Plus Marc Topkin on the Rays in the playoffs which begins today vs. Toronto.

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1st Place Bucs Win In Denver, Lightning Try For Stanley Cup Again Tonight & Rays Are #1 Seed in American League

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 05:04:31 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Denver where the Buccaneers just beat the Broncos 28-10 to go 2-1 on the season and move into 1st place in the NFC South. Tom Brady threw for nearly 300 yards and 3 TDs while the defense was suffocating and special teams blocked a punt. The Lightning are looking to close out the Stanley Cup again tonight after losing Game 5 in overtime and the Rays finished the regular season at an American League best 40-20 and are hosting the Blue Jays Tuesday at 5pm to begin the playoffs. This episode is presented by Old Northeast Jewelers and Grand Seiko watches available at 1131 4th St North in St Pete.

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Bucs Heading To Denver, Lightning Trying To Lift The Cup & SEC Football Kicks Off This Weekend

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers trip to Denver this weekend against an injury depleted Broncos, could the Lightning raise the Stanley Cup this weekend, the Rays preparing the playoffs next week and Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker on the SEC starting up this weekend, FSU at Miami and just how well is college football doing this year with handling COVID-19.

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Stamkos Scores As Lightning Are 2 Wins From The Cup & Rays Clinch AL East for 3rd Time in Franchise History

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 05:57:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos return to the Tampa Bay Lightning's lineup and he scored a beautiful goal on his third shift in what could become an iconic moment if they win the Stanley Cup. His teammates went nuts on the bench and then dominated the Stars for most of the night in a 5-2 win to pull within 2 wins of the cup. Meanwhile the Rays clinched the AL East division title for the 3rd time in history with an 8-5 win over the Mets and they sit at 37-20 with 3 games to play.

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Rays Magic Number Still 1, Lightning Ready For Game 3 & Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick as the Rays fail to clinch the AL East on Tuesday after a 5-2 loss to the Mets but their magic number is still 1 with 4 games to go, the Lightning get ready for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final tonight, plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs, Lightning, Rays and college football.

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Lightning Even Series With Stars As Power Play Strikes & Buccaneers Receivers Dropping Too Many Balls

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 06:31:54 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 win over the Stars to even the Stanley Cup Final at 1-game apiece as the Power Play comes to life with 2 goals the Bolts defense limited Dallas' chances. The Bucs have a problem with dropped balls as Bruce Arians says 7 more of Tom Brady's passes should have been completed and the Rays lower their magic number to 1 to win the AL East.

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Bucs Get First Win With Tom Brady As Defense Forces 4 Turnovers

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 04:26:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina after the Buccaneers 31-17 win over the Panthers as Tom Brady gets his first win in Tampa Bay, Mike Evans goes for more than 100 yards and the defense forced 4 turnovers. Plus the Lightning lay a stinker in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and the Rays are close to clinching the AL East as the final week of the season is upon us.

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Lightning Are In The Stanley Cup Final & Rays Clinch A Playoff Berth

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 06:12:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the big night in Tampa Bay sports as the Lightning clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Final for the 3rd time in franchise history and the Rays clinch a playoff berth for the 6th time in their franchise history. Plus Tom Brady speaks for the first time since being called out by Bruce Arians and Tom Jones is back to talk about college football and the Big Ten's decision to play this year.

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Rick and Tom On Bruce Arians and Tom Brady's Relationship & Should The Lightning Be Worried

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if the relationship between Bruce Arians and Tom Brady is fine as the football world thinks it isn't, was the loss and performance in New Orleans predictable by the Bucs, and should Lightning fans be worried about closing out the series with the Islanders after losing their 5th straight game that could have clinched a Stanley Cup Final berth.

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Bolts Lose In Double Overtime To Force Game 6 and Rays Win Lowering Their Magic Number

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 06:26:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's double overtime loss to the Islanders in Game 5 making it 5 straight Eastern Conference Finals games they have lost when they could have advanced to the Final. Plus Boston is outraged at Bruce Arians' comments about Tom Brady needing more determination and the Rays lower their magic number to make the playoffs with 12 to play.

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Bruce Arians Continues To Call For More Grit and Determination From Tom Brady and His Teammates

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bruce Arians continued criticism of quarterback Tom Brady on Monday plus he called out a few others including left tackle Donovan Smith. So what does that mean for the Bucs, plus Steven Stamkos was skating on Monday and Jon Cooper says he's still in rehab and not expected back soon and the Rays have to go the rest of the regular season without Ji-Man Choi.

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Tom Brady's 'Bad Throws' Cost The Buccaneers In His Tampa Bay Debut

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 04:31:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina from New Orleans where the Saints beat the Buccaneers 34-23 in Tom Brady's Tampa Bay debut but it wasn't a good one as he threw 2 interceptions including a pick-six and special teams weren't good either.

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Bucs Mike Evans Still Not Practicing, Bolts Alex Killorn Suspended and Your Mailbag Questions Answered

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning-Islanders Game 3 without Alex Killorn who is suspended and Brayden Point's availability is still unknown, Bucs Mike Evans still not practicing with a hamstring issue but he's still questionable for Sunday's first game and your mailbag questions about the Bucs, Rays, Lightning and College Football.

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Bolts Win In Dramatic Fashion Taking 2-0 Series Lead & Bucs Might Be Without Mike Evans On Sunday

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 05:25:21 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 last second win over the Islanders in the Eastern Conference Finals to take a 2-0 series lead but there is concern over Brayden Point's health and if Alex Killorn will get a suspension for a hit early in the game. Plus the Bucs might be without Mike Evans as he's missed 2 days of practice with a hamstring issue and some crazy scores in Major League Baseball on Wednesday.

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Are The Lightning The Favorites Now, How Bucs Will Use Leonard Fournette & Is Kevin Cash Manager Of The Year?

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss the Lightning's chances of winning it all after their dominating 8-2 win in Game 1 over the Islanders, how the Buccaneers will use Leonard Fournette and what it means for Ronald Jones, is Kevin Cash the hands down Manager of the Year in baseball and USF Football kicks off this weekend.

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Lightning Dominate The Islanders To Take Game 1, Rays Lose & Bucs Game Week Begins

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 05:31:59 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Lightning's dominating performance in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals as they rout the Islanders 8-2 and set many records along the way including 5 points each for Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point. The Rays struggle in Washington as Max Scherzer was dealing and Bucs game week is here as the first depth chart is out and a rookie is starting at safety.

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Bucs Make Cuts, Lightning Facing Islanders Tonight & Rays Keep Rolling

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers cuts to get the roster down to 53 including running back Dare Ogunbowale and kicker Matt Gay, plus they are signing quarterback Josh Rosen to the Practice Squad after Miami released him. The Lightning are in Edmonton and ready to face the New York Islanders tonight in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and the Rays keep rolling after taking 2 of 3 over the weekend and now have a 5.5 game lead over the Blue Jays and 6.5 games over the Yankees.

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Rick and Tom: Do Protests Work and What Does 'Stick to Sports' Mean?

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones no what 'Stick to Sports' means, how sports and politics have become intertwined, and if protests work.

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Buccaneers Sign Fournette and Mike Brosseau's Revenge

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 04:56:47 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers decision to not have fans in the stands for their first 2 home games against the Panthers and Chargers, the Bucs signing running back Leonard Fournette to add to a crowded backfield where they'll have some decisions to make. The Rays Mike Brosseau hits 2 home runs against the Yankees less than 24 hours after Aroldis Chapman threw at his head as the Rays go 8-2 vs. New York this season, and Tom Seaver passes away at the age of 75.

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Rick and Tom On Lightning's Legacy, Who Will Be Bucs Kicker & Are Yankees Throwing At Rays Again?

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:01:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on if the Lightning are becoming like the Buffalo Bills if they don't win the Stanley Cup this year, who will be the Bucs kicker this year as they still can't find one, plus will bean balls be thrown tonight in the Rays-Yankees game after Aroldis Chapman throws over Mike Brosseau's head in the 9th on Tuesday.

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Lightning Eliminate The Bruins In Double Overtime, Glasnow Was Dealing In New York & Bucs Signing Another Kicker

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 05:37:37 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 2OT win over the Bruins to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the 4th time in 6 years and 5th time in a decade. Plus Tyler Glasnow was dealing as he beats Gerritt Cole and the Yankees and the Bucs are signing a new kicker, Ryan Succop, their 9th since 2015.

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Lightning Looking To Close Out Bruins Tonight, Red-Hot Rays Ready For Yankees & Bucs Have Kicking Problems

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Lightning taking control of their series against the Bruins as they can wrap it up tonight in Game 5, the red-hot Rays have won 18 out of 21 and are comfortably in first place as they head into their final series with the Yankees this year, Tom Brady and the Buccaneers offense looked good in the scrimmage on Friday but not so good in practice on Sunday, and the Bucs are trying out more kickers.

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MAILBAG: Tom Brady's Influence on Bucs, Rays Surge Even With Injuries & When Will Stamkos Return

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud takes your mailbag questions about when the Bucs may announce plans for fans in the stands, who will surprise and disappoint for the Bucs this year, what is Bruce Arians' plans for the quarterback to prevent all of them from getting COVID-19, has the short baseball season and spring training hurt pitchers, why do the Rays continue to thrive with injuries while other teams struggle and when will Steven Stamkos be back.

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Lightning Take Series Lead With 7-1 Win Over Bruins & Marc Topkin On Rays Pitching Injuries

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 05:00:24 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Lightning's 7-1 win over the Bruins in Game 3 as they finally score 3 Power Play goals, the Bucs continue to practice and the Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Rays pitching injuries and how they stand at the mid-point of the season.

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Lightning Win In Overtime To Even Series And Rick's Conversation With Lavonte David

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 06:08:20 GMT

Rick Stroud's exclusive conversation with Bucs linebacker Lavonte David about his place in Bucs history, how the defense improved last year and Tom Brady's impact on this organization already. Plus Steve Versnick breaks down the Lightning's 4-3 overtime win against the Bruins to even the series at 1-1, and the Rays lose another pitcher, this time it's Jalen Beeks.

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OJ Howard Standing Out In Bucs Training Camp, Rays In First Half At Season's Midpoint & Lightning-Bruins Game 2

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the emergence of OJ Howard in Buccaneers Training Camp as he is catching everything and looks really good with Tom Brady throwing the ball, remember the name Parnell Motley who is leading the team in interceptions so far, the Rays lose to the Blue Jays but finish the first half the season at 8-games over .500, and the Lightning-Bruins game 2 is tonight as the Bolts don't want to go down 0-2 in the series.

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Bolts Drop Game 1 To Bruins & Rays Keep Winning Despite Injuries

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 05:50:07 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 3-2 loss to the Bruins in Game 1 of their 7 game series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs as a poor start and the power play let them down. Plus the Bucs running backs are having trouble catching the ball and the Rays keep winning despite having 9 pitchers on the injured list.

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The 1st Place Rays and Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Rays impressive 10-game road trip in which they won 9 games including sweeps in Boston and New York as they are now in 1st place in the AL East. Plus your mailbag questions about Tom Brady's impact on the Bucs in Training Camp, who replaces Carl Nassib, what are some of the biggest injuries comebacks in sports, why can't the Rays develop catchers, is this the best Rays team of all-time and if Lightning don't win the Stanley Cup is Jon Cooper on the hot seat?

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Brayden Point The Overtime Hero Again As The Lightning Advance Past The Blue Jackets

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 04:04:43 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Diana Nearhos as the Lightning beat the Blue Jackets 5-4 in overtime to take the series in 5 games and advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus what Rick has learned about Tom Brady including his love of talcom powder on his center, and the Rays move within a half game of the Yankees after beating them 4-2 in New York on Wednesday.

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Unwritten Rules Of Baseball That Shouldn't Be Written & Lightning Look To Finish Off Blue Jackets

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss the Lightning's attempt to wrap up their series with the Blue Jackets today, the unwritten rules of Baseball after Tatis Jr. belts a Grand Slam up 7 runs on a 3-0 pitch and will there be any college football this year.

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The 'Gnats' Were Buzzing For The Lightning & The Bucs Were In Pads For The First Time

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Lightning's 2-1 win over Columbus to take a 3-games-to-1 lead in the series with the line of Yanni Gourde, Blake Coleman and Barclay Goodrow leading the way as 'gnats' and 'pests'. Plus Tom Brady and the Bucs were in pads for the first time on Monday and Brady's first TD pass was to Scotty Miller.

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Lightning Were Impressive in Game 3, Bucs in Pads For First Time Today & Rays Brandon Lowe for MVP?

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Lightning's dominating Game 3 win over the Blue Jackets and what it means for the rest of the series, the Bucs will be in pads for the first time today and the Rays remain hot after sweeping both games on Sunday as Brandon Lowe looks like an MVP candidate this year.

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Lightning Power Play Fails To Score As Series Is Tied 1-1, Rays Setting Records in Boston & State of College Football

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Tampa Bay Lightning dropping Game 2 to Columbus to even the series as the Power Play struggles and they give up another Power Play goal to the Blue Jackets. The Rays are setting records in Boston as they win the finale 18-7 and Tom Jones rejoins us to discuss the state of College Football as some conferences have cancelled football for the fall.

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Rick and Tom On 5 Overtime Games, Golf Naps & Rays Are Winning Again

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Lightning's 5OT win over the Blue Jackets and how it might impact the rest of the series. Plus should the overtime rules be changed, is there anything better than a golf nap and is Rick once again picking the Rays to win the World Series after taking 3 of 4 from the Yankees and 3 in a row from Boston.

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Lightning Win In 5OT To Begin The Playoffs, Rays Win & 2 Power 5 Conferences Cancel Football

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 04:22:51 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Lightning's 5OT win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Brayden Points gets the game winner in the 4th longest game in NHL history while the Lightning put 88 shots on net. Plus the Rays win their 4th in a row and the Big Ten and Pac 12 cancel sports for the fall meaning no College Football.

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What Is Going To Happen To College Football This Fall?

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 04:00:49 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writers Matt Baker and Joey Knight to break down what is going on in college football now as there are reports that some conferences won't play while the players and coaches are speaking out about wanting to play. How will all this impact College Football this year and beyond is on this edition of Sports Day Tampa Bay.

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Will College Football Play, Lightning Get a First-Round Rematch & Rays Take 3 of 4 From Yankees

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 12:40:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on College Football chances of playing this year as the MAC has cancelled football this fall and the Power 5 conferences are discussing it as well. Plus the Lightning have a rematch with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as Victor Hedman left the game on Saturday in the first period and the Rays take 3 of 4 against the Yankees who don't seem to happy when they get a dose of their own medicine.

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Tom Brady: 'The Clock's Ticking On All Of Us'

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 04:10:56 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's first time speaking with the press since his introductory conference when signing in March. He spoke about the clock ticking on the season and his career and wanting to get going. Plus the Bucs cut MJ Stewart and OL Brad Seaton opts out for the year due to COVID-19.

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Bruce Arians on Bucs Protocols, Lightning Beat Bruins and Rays Shutout

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bruce Arians comments about Training Camp and the precautions they are taking including reserving a hotel for players, Big Ten announces a football schedule starting on time with 10 conference games while The American says 8 conference games and out of conference games are allowed. The Lightning beat the Bruins 3-2 and are in a good spot to take the top overall seed in the Eastern Conference and the Rays are shutout by the Red Sox dropping their 6th game in the last 7.

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Brady, Gronk and Shady Working Out At Bucs Practice Facility & Austin Meadows Returns as Rays Win

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 who is back from vacation just in time to see Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski and LeSean McCoy working out at the Buccaneers practice facility. Plus Austin Meadows returns to the Rays lineup and the offense comes back to life, Lightning play well against the Caps as the Bruins await today and USF might lose its chance to play Texas this year as Big 12 limits teams to one non-conference game.

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Bolts Win First Round-Robin Game Over Capitals

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's first round-robin game, a 3-2 shootout win over the Capitals, where the Bolts refused to back down as the Caps got physical which bodes well for the playoffs. Plus Shaq Barrett spoke about his franchise tag with the Bucs as he's in Training Camp and the Rays are using the off-day to get back on track as they try to end their 5-game losing streak.

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Rays Awful Road Trip, Bucs Begin Camp & Lightning To Start Round-Robin

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 04:00:12 GMT

Rays complete an awful road trip 0-5 in Atlanta and Baltimore as the defense and base-running let them down as well as parts of the bullpen. They sit 4-6 after a week and half and out of the playoffs with just 50 games to go. Plus Rick Stroud has story lines for the Bucs this season as training camp is getting started and the Lightning begin their round-robin games today vs Washington as the Stanley Cup Playoffs have begun.

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Bucs Sign Shady McCoy, Cameron Brate Had COVID-19 & Conversation With Bucs John Franklin

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers signing LeSean McCoy for depth at running back, tight end Cameron Brate had COVID-19 which he got from his girlfriend, only season ticket members will be able to get Bucs tickets this year if there are any fans in the stands and my conversation with Bucs wide receiver John Franklin and his wild story from Florida State to the NFL.

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If You Had To Pick One Tampa Bay Team To Win A Championship This Year, Who Do You Got?

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss whether the Lightning can win the Stanley Cup this year after hockey's 4.5 month pause and the start of the playoffs. Plus if you had to pick one of the 3 Tampa Bay Teams to win a championship this year, who do you got?

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Major League Baseball Is Postponing Games So Can They Continue To Play On?

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 04:20:47 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Miami Marlins postponing games through the weekend, what does this mean for baseball going forward and how does this affect the NFL's plans to start the season on time.

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Rays Pound The Braves & Bucs Rookie Ke'Shawn Vaughn On The Reserve/COVID19 List

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Buccaneers rookie running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn being placed on the Reserve/COVID19 list as rookies have reported to Training Camp, the Rays bring the big bats vs. the Braves as Hunter Renfroe hits his first 2 home runs for the Rays and Jose Martinez adds his first, Steven Stamkos participates in a full practice in the bubble and your mailbag questions.

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Rays Are Back And Picked Up Where They Left Off Last Year

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on baseball return as the Rays start by taking 2 out of 3 from the Blue Jays with late inning heroics in both wins including the new modified extra innings in Sunday's game. Plus the NFL comes to an agreement as training camps get set to begin and the Lightning are now in Toronto to begin hockey's restart as Victor Hedman doesn't make the trip to attend to a personal matter.

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Rays Opening Day Is (Finally) Here!

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times' Rays beat writer Marc Topkin as Opening Day if finally upon us for the Rays as they host the Blue Jays as one of the favorites to win the World Series this year. Marc breaks down the roster, how the Rays will fill the void left by Colin Poche's injury, how the bullpen may shake out, and how the Rays have constructed the roster to have maybe 1 everyday player.

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The State of College Football with Matt Baker and Joey Knight

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times' College Football Writers Matt Baker and Joey Knight to discuss the state of college football this year, what conferences and colleges are doing to get ready to play, why it's important for these schools to play and what impact does conference-only schedules have on schools if more choose to go that route.

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Rays Lose a Reliever, Michael Bennett Retires & Gratuitous Sports Scenes In Movies

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Rays losing LHP Colin Poche to Tommy John surgery as the bullpen takes a hit, the Bucs sign their 7th round draft pick and former Buccaneer Michael Bennett retires after 11 seasons in the league, Nascar to end practices and qualifying for the rest of the season and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 is back to talk about gratuitous sports scenes in movies.

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NFL Agrees To Daily Testing But Training Camps Will Be Delayed A Bit

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to discuss the latest NFL proposals to the Players Association including COVID-19 testing every day for the first 2 weeks of camp and no preseason games this year as training camps will be delayed a little for testing and an agreement. Plus the Jets and the Giants announce no fans this year and the Lightning have their first Blue-White scrimmage as the goalies dominated.

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NFL Players Want To Play But Seek Better Protocols & Charlie Morton Is Rays Opening Day Starter

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the NFL Players coordinated social media campaign to express their feelings about wanting to play but better safety protocols, Charlie Morton is Rays Opening Day starter as baseball begins later this week, the Lightning enter week 2 of training camp with a scrimmage later this afternoon as sports are back.

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Crowd Noise At Tropicana Field, Austin Meadows Has COVID-19 and Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rays experiment with fake crowd noise at Tropicana Field for games without fans, Austin Meadows placed on the Injured List with COVID-19, NFL and Players Union are still not close to an agreement on return to protocols, 15 women have come forward alleging sexual harassment at the Washington Redskins organization and your mailbag questions including how much do you really miss sports, what happens at Raymond James Stadium if storms come and you to take shelter and social distance, could the pandemic bring electronic officiating faster, who will Bucs do an extension with next, and who is the best player Rick has covered in Tampa Bay.

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Rick and Tom on Sports Radio and the NFL is Struggling With Return To Play Protocols

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the NFL and Players Association struggling to agree on return to play protocols as training camps are nearing their scheduled start and just how much risk are the players taking to come back. Plus Rick and Tom on Sports Radio amid the changes at ESPN including Keyshawn Johnson taking over mornings.

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The Rays Will Win The World Series & The Joys Of A Shower Beer

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is all in on the Rays winning the World Series this year after he attended Rays practice on Tuesday and his former radio partner Tom Jones can't find much fault in that thinking. Plus Tyler Glasnow is back after testing positive for COVID-19, weird injuries in sports and the joys of having a shower beer.

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Bucs Donovan Smith Considering Sitting Out, Lightning Start Training Camp and Redskins Are No More

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Buccaneers Tackle Donovan Smith's comments about whether he should play this season with a young child and wife at home and COVID-19 spreading, Raymond James Stadium is set to get over $10 million to help make adjustments to the stadium to make it safer for fans, the Washington Redskins announce they are retiring that nickname and will have a new one in the future, the Lightning begin training camp at Amalie Arena as Steven Stamkos is hurt but skating.

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Gordy Gronkowski on Raising Rob Gronkowski and His 4 Brothers

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with the patriarch of the Gronkowski family to learn what it was like 'Growing Up Gronk' as Gordy Gronkowski, and his ex-wife Diane, raised 4 boys who played in the NFL and another one who spent 6 years in the Dodgers minor league system. They talk about how he raised his boys, why education is so important and why they are all good with their money.

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Big Ten Drops All Non-Conference Games & Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the latest college football news as the Big Ten announces they are only playing conference games this fall if they play at all. What fallout will this cause as other conferences are likely to follow suit. Plus some NFL game protocols have been agreed upon including no jersey swaps this year and your mailbag questions about how the 4 major sports are affected as they are all starting around the same time, who are the toughest first round matchups for the Lightning when play resumes, how does COVID-19 affect the Rays 2-city plan and has the cannon ever misfired at a Bucs game.

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What To Expect From The Rays As Baseball Prepares To Restart

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Rays Radio Host Neil Solondz to discuss how the first week of workouts have gone at Tropicana Field for the Rays, how the Rays versatility should do well for them in a 60-game sprint this year, how the bullpen might shake out this year and the perils of the schedule against the AL East and the NL East.

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Former Bucs WR DeSean Jackson Apologizes After Anti-Semitic Post

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on DeSean Jackson's anti-Semitic social media post and his apologies since, the NFL is asking for the players to place 35% of their salaries this year in escrow to make up for lost revenue while the players want a 48-day training camp with no preseason games to help avoid injuries from starting back up. Plus Chris Torello joins us again to discuss who really broke the Patrick Mahomes contract signing story and it wasn't Adam Schefter.

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What Bruce Arians Will Do To Stay Safe This Season While Coaching The Bucs

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on how Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians plans to coach this season while taking precautions for COVID-19 given his medical history as a 3-time cancer survivor. Plus the NHL has a tenative agreement on Return to Play, the Rays schedule is out with Opening Day on July 24th vs. the Blue Jays and Patrick Mahomes signs a 10-year deal that could pay him $500 million. Plus Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 joins in on the fun.

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NHL's Return To Play Protocols & Redskins and Indians Looking to Change Their Names

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 04:08:58 GMT

Rick Stroud on the death of former Buccaneers President Gay Culverhouse at the age of 73 last week, the NHL and Players Association have agreed to Return to Play protocols while still finalizing a new Collective Bargaining Agreement which all need to be voted on still, David Price and other baseball players are opting out of playing this year, the NFL players have asked to eliminate preseason games all together while team meeting might be done via Zoom and the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians are evaluating changing their name which Head Coach Ron Rivera and Manager Terry Francona both saying it's time.

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Rick and Tom on Their Favorite Road Trip Stories

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss their favorite road trips stories of the past as teams are starting to get prepared to start up again and travel. You never know who you might meet when you travel.

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Bucs Tickets Are Hot But Could They Just Burn Up In Your Hands & Your Mailbag Questions

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on just how hot Buccaneers tickets are this year but they could just end up burning in their hands if no fans are in the stands, hockey is close to a new labor agreement in addition to return to play protocols and your mailbag questions about Tom Brady throwing the deep ball, will Byron Leftwich be considered to replace Bruce Arians when he leaves and which of Tampa Bay's 3 sports teams have the best chance to win it all this year.

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Who Ya Got: Brady and the Bucs or Cam and the Patriots?

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones debate who's in a better spot Tom Brady and the Buccaneers or Cam Newton and the Patriots. Plus Matt Ryan says he's the best QB in the NFC South, baseball's new rules for the coronavirus and changes at ESPN including Keyshawn Johnson moving up.

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Marc Topkin on Rays Roster, Baseball's Protocols & Covering A Team During Social Distancing

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 04:06:26 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Writer Marc Topkin to discuss baseball's new protocols for the 60-game season, how some players and coaches will sit out this season, how close this Rays team is and how that can help drive success this year and how will coverage of baseball be different with social distancing. Plus Bucs Defensive End Shaq Barrett says he will be playing for the Bucs this year and intends to sign his franchise tag tender and Lightning Announcer Rick Peckham and former St. Pete Times writer Don Banks both going into their sport's respective Hall of Fames.

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NFLPA's Reaction To Current Offseason Workouts & Baseball's New Rules of Play

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the NFLPA's President DeMaurice Smith's comments that workouts like the ones Tom Brady is hosting with his teammates aren't in the best interest of finishing a season this year, Vita Vea and Jason Pierre-Paul both have off-season surgery, Cam Newton signs a 1-year deal with the Patriots for the league minimum, Patriots fined and lose a draft pick for filming the sidelines of the opposition, and baseball is out with over 100 pages of protocols for this year including no high-fives, fist bumps, tobacco or spitting.

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Tom Brady's Only Fear Is...

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 04:45:17 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's social media post about only fearing fear while a pandemic is ongoing and he is continuing to practice with his teammates, the NFL plans to open the season with fans in the stands but tarps over some seats, Shaq Barrett is 50-50 with signing his franchise tag tender from the Buccaneers, the Lightning are back practicing at Amalie Arena after closing last week due to positive COVID-19 tests plus your mailbag questions about the NFL season, can the Bucs pay both Mike Evans and Chris Godwin long term, how good is the Bucs offensive line, will Wander Franco be with the Rays this year, and what is Rick's best story he's ever broke.

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Tom Brady And The Buccaneers Continuing Offseason Workouts

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 05:07:37 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to talk about Tom Brady and the Buccaneers continuing to workout together despite the recommendation of the NFL and the Players Union plus have you tried to make a reservation at Disney recently.

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Baseball's Back Baby!

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to discuss Major League Baseball's agreement to bring baseball back as players will report next week and Opening Day is less than a month away. Plus Tom Brady and his Buccaneer teammates continue to work out at Berkeley Prep despite the NFL's recommendation to stop team workouts and Nascar and the FBI find that it wasn't a noose in garage of Bubba Wallace during Sunday's race at Talladega.

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Baseball Players May Report Next Week Despite Voting Down A Deal & Race in College Football Coaching

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 04:45:41 GMT

Rick Stroud on the latest in baseball as the players vote down the owners deal so Commissioner Rob Manfred is ordering a 60 game season to start in late July with players reporting next week assuming they can agree on health protocols. Plus former Bucs GM Phil Krueger dies and Nascar supports Bubba Wallace a day after a noose was found in his garage. Then college football writer Matt Baker talks with Tashan Reed about race in college football coaching and if it factored in Willie Taggart's time at Florida State.

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Players Are Testing Positive For COVID-19 So Will Sports Resume Soon?

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bucs and Lightning players testing positive for COVID-19 as well as players from all sports as they are hoping to resume soon. Do these tests change things plus baseball still doesn't have an agreement to resume with the clock ticking, can they get it done?

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Will There Be NFL Football This Year and Your Mailbag Questions

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Dr. Fauci's comments that without daily testing football shouldn't be played this fall and the NFL's response to it. Plus your mailbag questions about how the NFL will protect coaches from coronavirus, if there is no season does it help or hurt Tom Brady, MLB's negotiations, how no minor league baseball impacts the Rays farm system, Florida dropping the Gator Bait cheer, Jason Licht's draft history and best Bucs players to cover.

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Rick and Tom On If Sports Should Resume With Bigger Issues At Hand

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 04:19:13 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Pro Bowl moving to Las Vegas, would you sign a COVID-19 aiver to play college football like Ohio State is requiring and should sports start playing again with other issues that perhaps should be given our full attention right now.

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Rick and Tom on Tom Brady's Rank In The NFL and What Was In The Duffel Bags

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 04:19:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from Poynter discuss the first pictures of Tom Brady in a Buccaneers uniform, where he ranks among current quarterbacks as Chris Simms says he's #15, what Bryon Leftwich knows about duffel bags plus stories of Skip Bayless and First Take on ESPN.

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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred 'Not Confident' There Will Be A Season This Year

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 04:04:50 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin talk about Rob Manfred's change of heart in saying he's not certain a season will happen this year as talks between the League and Players Union have broken down and threats of grievances are being lobbed before a deal is announced. Plus how would this season compare to the lost World Series in 1994 if they don't play and what's going on with the Yankees potentially cheating in 2017 as well.

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Will There Be A Baseball Season & Did The Yankees Steal Signs In 2017?

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 04:14:20 GMT

Rick Stroud on whether we will see Major League Baseball this season after the Players Union says they are done negotiating telling Rob Manfred to tell them when and where to show up. Plus could the Yankees been among the teams stealing signs in 2017 after complaining about the Astros, Tom Brady continues working out with his new Buccaneers teammates including Rob Gronkowski and PGA tour returned without fans this weekend.

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NHL Training Camp Date Announced While Baseball Can't Come To An Agreement Yet

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:00:01 GMT

Rick Stroud on the NHL's Phase 3 announcement that training camps will open on July 10th, Major League Baseball continues to be at an impasse with the Player's Union on returning to play, Rob Gronkowski and the Bucs Foundation replace the Blake Football equipment destroyed in a fire last month, plus your mailbag questions about NFL Practice Squads, Chris Archer's injury, Rays first round pick, could all 3 Tampa Bay teams win a championship this year and what has happened to College Football in Florida.

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USF Head Coach Jeff Scott On Returning To Campus, QB Competition & KJ Sails' Unity Walk

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times USF Beat Writer Joey Knight caught up with first year USF Head Coach Jeff Scott to talk about how he's preparing for a season with no spring practice, what it's like to be back on campus, is this the best or worst year to be a first time head coach, the quarterback competition in camp, his thoughts on the transfer portal and how the Unity Walk headed by KJ Sails impacted the team, the coaching staff and himself.

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What Are The Best Baseball Movies?

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 talk about their favorite baseball movies since we don't have any baseball to watch currently. They discuss Field of Dreams, Bull Durham, The Natural, League Of Their Own and more.

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MLB's Latest Proposal For A 76-Game Season & Roger Goodell's Comments On Protests

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to discuss the latest MLB proposal to the players to play 76 games at 75% of their prorated salary, is Roger Goodell's comments on the NFL being wrong to ignore players previous too little too late or a good start and what is with 90-Day Fiance.

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Roger Goodell Says NFL Should Have Listened To Players & Reche Caldwell Is Killed In Tampa

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Roger Goodell's statement that the NFL should have listened to players sooner and they encourage all players to speak out and peacefully protest. USF linebacker KJ Sails leads a Unity Walk at USF with many in the Athletic Department participating and former UF star Reche Caldwell was shot and killed in Tampa over the weekend.

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Drew Brees Apologizes For His Comments Plus Your Mailbag Questions About Bucs and Rays

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bruce Arians first comments since protests started last week, Tony Dungy reaction to Drew Brees' comments as Drew offers an apology. Plus the NHL give more details on the format of the playoffs and your mailbag questions about Drew Brees, Tom Brady, Jameis Winston, Rays and the impact if Major League Baseball doesn't play this year.

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Rick and Tom On Drew Brees' Comments About Protests And The Reaction

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 04:30:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are back again as Drew Brees made comments about how he will not kneel during the National Anthem if NFL players do that this season saying he will never agree with them disrespecting the flag. These comments were not embraced by others in the league and in particular several teammates who have called him out for being part of the problem.

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Rick and Tom On Buccaneers Power Rankings & What Would A Season Without Baseball Mean

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 04:00:57 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are back for a second day to discuss Peter King's power ranking of the Buccaneers this year and they are ranked pretty high, and what could happen to Major League Baseball if they don't play this year and it wouldn't be good.

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Rick and Tom on Athletes Speaking Out On George Floyd's Death

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 04:06:38 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss how athletes are starting to speak out about the killing of George Floyd and the protesting that has occurred in the last week. Plus thoughts on Lance Armstrong after seeing the ESPN documentary, Rick and Tom are crashing a wedding soon and it includes a current Buccaneer, plus news on Rob Gronkowski

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Local Football Players Help Clean Up After Protests & MLB Players Send Their Proposal To The Owners

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 04:07:09 GMT

USF Quarterback Jordan McCloud among a group of local football players help clean up after the protests on Saturday night, former Plant star Pete Alonzo's thoughts on what is going on around the country after George Floyd's death, MLB players send their proposal to Major League Baseball to play 114 games starting on June 30, Bucs coaches can return to their facilities today, MLS players agree to a pay cut pending owners approval and the US launched a man into space for the first time in 9 years with SpaceX.

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NFL Opening Facilities To Coaches & Bucs Mailbag Questions

Fri, 29 May 2020 04:19:04 GMT

Rick Stroud has the latest on NFL Coaches being allowed back in their facilities next week, sports are starting to return in Europe plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs offense, running backs and linebackers, the NHL's plan to resume and is the saying 'I'd play this game for free' gone forever as the baseball and their players are opposed on how to resume.

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College Football's Confusing Path Forward & MLB Minor Leaguers May Not Get Paid

Thu, 28 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss what college football might look like this season as some schools are planning for fans in the stands while others might not play at all. Plus Major League Baseball has a plan to start play but it isn't good for the minor leaguers and what do you miss most during quarantine.

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The Lightning Should Be Fine With NHL's Return To Play Format & Who Should Play In The Next 'The Match'?

Wed, 27 May 2020 04:10:22 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 to discuss who would you want to see play next with Tiger and Phil in The Match, plus why the Lightning should be good with the 24-team format to resume hockey this season to crown a Stanley Cup Champion, and Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians appears on Joe Maddon's new podcast.

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Rays Begin Voluntary Workouts At Tropicana Field & NHL Releases Phase 2 Guidelines For Reopening

Tue, 26 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on some Rays players returning to Tropicana Field on Monday for voluntary workouts as baseball begins the process of returning, the NHL sent out guidelines for phase 2 of their reopening plan which would include small group of players skating and they hope they can start that soon, Tom Brady in the The Match draws record ratings and what do you think of ESPN's documentary on Lance Armstrong so far.

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Tom Brady Splits His Pants While Hitting Shot Of The Day In The Match

Mon, 25 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud discuss The Match for charity featuring Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson as Tom Brady struggled early but had the shot of the match while splitting his pants! Plus the NHL Players have agreed to a 24-team format to resume play although the Lightning did vote against the plan and Bucs wide receiver Chris Godwin is doing great things for those who are helping fight the coronavirus.

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Tom Brady's ESPN Documentary & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions

Fri, 22 May 2020 04:50:17 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's 9-part documentary titled 'Man In The Arena' coming to ESPN next year, Brent Honeywell's latest setback for the Rays, budget cuts coming to USF's athletic department and your mailbag questions answered about OJ Howard, Rob Gronkowski, Tyler Johnson, Chris Godwin, Todd Bowles, Tom Brady, Bucs stadium and The Last Dance.

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Rick and Tom on Sports With No Fans In Stands & Remembering Fred Willard

Thu, 21 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what it will be like when sports starts back up with no fans in the stands now that we've seen it with golf, Nascar and soccer. Plus Tom Jones remembers Fred Willard which delves into Rick and Tom talking movies and actors.

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First Photos Of Tom Brady In A Bucs Helmet and Stakeout Stories In News

Wed, 20 May 2020 04:30:05 GMT

Rick Stroud dishes on the details of getting the first photos of Tom Brady working out with his new Bucs teammates as he and Tom Jones discuss good old-fashioned stakeouts in reporting the news. Plus could there have been a different ending to the Last Dance.

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Tom Brady's Message To Graduating Seniors & NHL's Plan To Resume With 24 Teams

Tue, 19 May 2020 04:27:05 GMT

Tom Brady's delivers a message to let adversity fuel greatness to the senior class of 2020, the NHL has plans to use 2 locations for 24 teams when play resumes later this summer and more states are opening up for sports without fans including California and New York.

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What Does An Iconic QB Mean For The Bucs & MLB Outlines How They Want To Resume Play Safely

Mon, 18 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on what is means to have an iconic quarterback for the Buccaneers this season as he spoke to Tony Dungy and Clyde Christensen about it, Major League Baseball outlines their plan to resume play safely, where Blake Snell was right and wrong in his comments about playing for less than his contract, Saints coach Sean Payton says Bucs tanked final game in 2014 to get Jameis Winston and there were actual live sports on TV this weekend and it was great.

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MAILBAG: Will Season Ticket Holder Be In Stadiums This Fall, Will Bucs Sign a Running Back and Why Do They Draft So Many Safeties?

Fri, 15 May 2020 04:00:03 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if the Bucs will sign a running back or Clay Matthews, will Tristan Wirfs eventually take over for Donovan Smith, why have the Bucs drafted safeties each of the last 4 years, will season ticket holders be allowed in for NFL games this year, who will the Bucs use for the pictures on the sides of Raymond James Stadium and can Tom Brady be inducted into the Bucs Ring of Honor this year?

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Is Tom Brady A 'Franchise Changer'?

Thu, 14 May 2020 04:26:11 GMT

Rick Stroud discusses whether Tom Brady is a 'franchise changer' as Mike Evans called him but Derrick Brooks disagrees. Plus Florida is open to hosting all sports teams during the coronavirus shutdowns in other states as leagues are figuring out how to play this year and should network insert virtual crowd noise during NFL broadcasts this year to make them sound more like you are used to hearing?

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Could Tom Brady Be The Football Version of Michael Jordan For The Bucs?

Wed, 13 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss The Last Dance documentary on ESPN about Michael Jordan on the Bulls which details just how driven he was to win and how he pushed his teammates to better. So could Tom Brady be that for the Buccaneers this year, plus what is the latest on sports returning including Major League Baseball's discussions with players and the NBA polling players about returning.

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Who Is The Toughest Opponent On The Bucs Schedule?

Tue, 12 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss who is the toughest opponent on the Buccaneers schedule this season and just how good will the Bucs be with Tom Brady as quarterback. Plus remembering Jerry Stiller who played Frank Costanza on Seinfeld and doing fitness in your front yard.

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Could Pay Cuts Prevent MLB From Playing This Year, Booger McFarland Out On Monday Night Football & Mike Evans on Tom Brady

Mon, 11 May 2020 04:04:13 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the news that broke on Sunday that Major League Baseball players aren't willing to take pay cuts if there aren't fans in the stands when play resumes and that it could cost baseball the season. Plus Booger McFarland and Joe Tessitore are out on Monday Night Football so who replaces them and Mike Evans penned a heart-felt note for Mother's Day and gives his thoughts on Tom Brady signing with the Bucs.

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Buccaneers To Play 5 Prime Time Games Season

Fri, 08 May 2020 04:53:21 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Buccaneers 2020 schedule which includes 5 prime time games thanks to the addition of Tom Brady. While this year's schedule doesn't have them on the road for 7 straight weeks it won't be easy either as they didn't do the Bucs any favor with 3 straight prime time games but they won't play any cold-weather games so that's a plus.

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Is This Tom Brady's 'Last Dance' In Tampa Bay?

Thu, 07 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are back as they discuss ESPN's documentary 'Last Dance' about Michael Jordan and the Bulls dynasty and they got to discussing if Tom Brady on the Bucs is his 'Last Dance' and if we'll see a documentary about this in the future. Plus why isn't Tom Brady as big as Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods globally. Plus are you watching live Korean baseball on ESPN in the middle of the night?

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Rick and Tom With Their Best Stories Of Covering Professional Coaches

Wed, 06 May 2020 04:03:39 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are reminiscing about the coaches they've covered in their careers, which ones they enjoyed covering and the ones who were tougher than others. They're talking about John Tortorella, Jon Gruden, Jacques Demers, Tony Dungy, Jacques Lemaire, Greg Schiano, Dirk Koetter, Lovie Smith, Joe Maddon and more.

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What Sports Leagues Are Doing To Resume Play And What It Might Look Like Upon Return

Tue, 05 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times beat writers Marc Topkin and Diana Nearhos for a roundtable discussing how our professional sports might return, what leagues are doing currently to prepare and how sports will be covered upon their return. Plus Rick remembers Don Shula who died at the age of 90 on Monday.

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Bucs Rookie QB Reid Sinnett, Cowboys Sign Andy Dalton and NFL Schedule Due Out This Week

Mon, 04 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Bucs undrafted free agent quarterback Reid Sinnett and his chances of making this year's team to learn under Tom Brady, Andy Dalton signs as a backup in Dallas for $3 million behind Dak Prescott and the NFL schedule is due out later this week as the NFL is still planning on a full season with fans in the stands at this point.

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MAILBAG: Rick's Favorite Jameis Winston Moment, Who Benefits From Gronk Trade & Can RoJo Continue To Improve

Fri, 01 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including who benefits most from the trade for Rob Gronkowski, seeing Bruce Arians couldn't fix Jameis Winston does that change your evaluation of Dirk Koetter as a head coach, what is Rick favorite Jameis Winston moment, will Ronald Jones take another step forward this year, what position group for the Bucs can least afford a major injury, and can counties and cities renegotiate their deals with teams since revenue will be down without fans in the stands.

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Gronk Says He Was Joking About Having Playbook & Jameis Winston Throws Slams Buccaneers Coaching

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:20:21 GMT

Rick Stroud on Rob Gronkowski's joking comments about having the Bucs playbook weeks ago gets the NFL media in a tizzy about cheating while Jameis Winston signs with the Saints for just $1.1 million and throws serious shade at the Bucs while doing it. Jameis says he can now read signs and see license plates after Lasik and the Bucs pick up the 5th year option on Tight End OJ Howard.

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Tom Brady Cleared By NFL & Jameis Winston Signs With Saints To Learn

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Jameis Winston's signing in New Orleans and his reasoning behind it including humility and learning from Drew Brees, Sean Payton and more. Plus Tom Brady is cleared of wrong-doing by the NFL for picking up a playbook at Byron Leftwich's house and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on the NFL Draft and how the Bucs did.

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Will Jameis Winston Get A Chance To Play In New Orleans & It's Tompa Bay Now

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 to discuss whether Jameis Winston will get a chance to play in New Orleans behind Drew Brees and it's Tom Brady's world here in Tompa Bay and we're just living in it as he has made himself at home in our community.

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Jameis Winston To Backup Drew Brees In New Orleans & A Successful Bucs Draft

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:10:23 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Saints signing Jameis Winston later today to backup Drew Brees in New Orleans as he goes to a division rival. Plus the Bucs draft appears to be a success as they acquired guys in positions of need with everyone having a shot to make the roster this fall.

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Tom Brady Walks Into The Wrong House & Bucs Draft An Offensive Tackle To Protect Him

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 05:48:47 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's latest news making venture as he walks into the wrong house when trying to meet Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich which could violate NFL rules. Plus the Bucs get their Offensive Tackle in Tristan Wirfs from Iowa as they trade up 1 spot to ensure they got a good one, and what did you think of the first virtual NFL draft without fans.

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A Game Of Catch With Tom Brady Got Gronk To Return and It's NFL Draft Night

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Rob Gronkowski's introduction to the Tampa Bay media as we learned a simple game of catch with Tom Brady ignited the fire for him to return to the NFL, the NHL has a plan to resume play in July in empty arenas and Eduardo Encina on tonight's virtual NFL Draft and what the Bucs are looking to gain in this year's draft.

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Gronk Is A Buccaneer

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:01:35 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers acquisition of former Patriots Tight End Rob Gronkowski as they are putting Tom Brady's band back together again. What does this mean for OJ Howard, Cameron Brate and the narrative that Brady doesn't fit in Bruce Arians' offense. Plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs draft plans, how COVID-19 affects the Rays stadium plans and when is the latest the NHL can resume and still crown a Stanley Cup this year.

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Tom Brady Asked To Leave Tampa Park & How Important Is This Year's Draft For Buccaneers

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:24:24 GMT

Rick Stroud details how Tom Brady was spotted working out in a downtown Tampa park and was asked to leave for social distancing, plus what kind of team has Brady inherited and how important is this NFL draft for the Buccaneers. Plus part 2 of our chat with Tom Jones Rick and Tom discuss how unlucky Tampa is with the coronavirus suspsension of sports.

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Rick and Tom on ESPN's Last Dance & What Will Sports Be Like Without Fans In Stands

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones to discuss if ESPN really needs 10 episodes to talk about one season about Michael Jordan but both are definitely all in, plus what will sports be like without fans and can colleges come back this fall and a goodbye to Gaither baseball coach Frank Permuy and the 'Pillow Lady' Jackie Riles.

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Who Are Bucs Targeting In NFL Draft And Could They Surprise You With Their First Pick

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Trevor Sikkema of the Draft Network to break down the 2020 NFL Draft next week including who the Buccaneers are targeting with the 14th pick, which of the big 4 offensive tackles would be best suited for Bruce Arians' offense, what running backs would work best with Tom Brady and could there be a surprise pick for the Buccaneers at 14.

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How Will Tom Brady Fare In Bruce Arians' Offense & Is There A Starting QB Job For Jameis Winston

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:00:46 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Trevor Sikkema of the Draft Network to discuss how Tom Brady will fare in the Bruce Arians offense and are the Buccaneers as good as Brady thinks they are. Plus is there a starting job still out there for Jameis Winston in the NFL.

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MAILBAG: Who Will The Bucs Draft, Will They Trade Up & Could Tom Brady Play For The Bucs In Front Of No One

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including who will the Buccaneers draft next week, could they trade up in the draft, will they finally draft an edge rusher, will Donovan Smith be the starting left tackle for Tom Brady, how is no off-season workouts affecting draft strategy, has Jason Licht bought himself more job security, could Tom Brady play for the Bucs in front of no fans, which leagues are most impacted by no fans in the stands and what innovations from the XFL should the NFL adopt.

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Will The Bucs Trade Up in NFL Draft & Do The Lightning Need The Stanley Cup Playoffs This Year

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud discusses whether the Bucs are interested in moving up in the NFL Draft to draft an offensive tackle, the XFL has now filed bankruptcy and has some big creditors, and Chris Torello from Spectrum 360 joins to talk about if any NHL team need to compete in the playoffs this year more than the Tampa Bay Lightning and could baseball go to a Spring Training complex alignment this year.

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Tom Brady Wants to Trademark Tompa Bay & Was David Carr Right To Criticize Jameis Winston's Workout

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss Tom Brady expanding his TB12 brand to Tampa Bay with some new trademarks applied for including Tompa Bay, should the Bucs draft a quarterback this year to learn under Brady and was David Carr right to criticize Jameis Winston about his training regime.

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Is Tom Brady The Greatest Quarterback Of All Time & Should Jameis Winston Be Considered A Bust?

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 04:00:32 GMT

Rick Stroud on Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht's comments that he will never consider Jameis Winston to be a bust while a former NFL quarterback calls out Winston for his workouts. Terry Bradshaw says Tom Brady isn't the greatest quarterback of all time and would the Bucs be smart to draft a quarterback this year to learn under Brady.

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New Bucs QB Tom Brady Opens Up On Howard Stern

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's long interview with Howard Stern on Sirius XM where he talked about why he chose the Bucs in free agency, what he likes about Tampa Bay so far, his conversations with Bob Kraft and Bill Belichick over the years, and issues he's had in the past at home. Plus it's now been 4 weeks without sports and we're missing them including the NHL playoffs which would have started this week.

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Bucs New Uniforms & Rick and Tom On How Sports Will Change Going Forward

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud discusses the Buccaneers new uniforms that were unveiled on social media Tuesday afternoon as the look is similar to the jerseys they wore when the won the Super Bowl with the addition of an all pewter version. Then Tom Jones joins us again to talk about how all sports may change going forward after they resume because of COVID-19.

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Bucs Jersey Reveals Of The Past and Rules For Wearing A Jersey

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones talk about the Buccaneers uniform reveals of the past as they get set to unveil their newest threads today at 1pm. Plus if you are getting ready to buy a jersey we have rules for you and 4 Buccaneers are named to the NFL's All-Decade Team but it's not what you think.

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Bucs Code Name For Their Pursuit of Tom Brady & What Will New Uniforms Look Like

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 04:05:38 GMT

Rick Stroud discusses the baseball code name the Buccaneers had for their pursuit of Tom Brady, what will the Buccaneers new uniforms look like when they are unveiled on Tuesday, how is the NFL draft preparation for teams changing without in person visits and interviews, plus a listener question about if Jameis Winston is the greatest NFL quarterback of all time.

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What's Been The Impact Of Canceling Big Sports Events In Tampa Bay?

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Matt Baker discuss what the impact of the coronavirus has had on the Tampa Bay market with the cancellation of sporting events including the Valspar Championship, NCAA Tournament early rounds, the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, Spring Training and Wrestlemania. Plus they discuss the NCAA decision to cancel the NCAA Tournament and all spring sports and whether we will see college football this September.

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MAILBAG: Will The Bucs Trade Future Picks To Get More This Year & What Will The NHL Season Look Like When They Resume

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if the Buccaneers will trade future draft picks to go all in this year, how did Bruce Arians rank the 8 quarterbacks they scouted this off season, what was Jameis Winston's biggest downfall in Tampa Bay, what will the NHL season look like once it resumes, how will college football handle different restrictions in different states come September in terms of playing games and are the Astros happy the season start has been delayed.

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Chris Godwin's New Number and His Defense Of Jameis Winston Plus Your Mailbag Questions

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:45:58 GMT

Rick Stroud on Chris Godwin's new number 14 with the Buccaneers as he gifts 12 to Tom Brady. Plus Godwin's defense of Jameis Winston saying half of his interceptions were the result of a bad read by someone else and those who defend him. And your mailbag questions including what athletes are doing to stay active, is the NFL considering playing games without fans or in neutral sites and what Bucs games from the last 20 years would you want to watch again?

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What Are Jameis Winston's Prospects This Year?

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined once again by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 to talk about the prospects for Jameis Winston in the NFL this season and why he is still a free agent, Rick relays a classic Jon Gruden and Ira Kaufman story and Chris fills us in on Tiger King with Joe Exotic.

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What Do New Englanders Think Of Losing Tom Brady To The Bucs?

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 04:37:07 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 to discuss what New Englanders think of losing Tom Brady to the Buccaneers, if Brady is a good fit in Bruce Arians' offense and should the Buccaneers be the front runners in the NFC South or even the NFC.

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Rick and Tom On What Went Wrong With Jameis Winston And The Bucs

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 04:09:42 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on what went wrong with Jameis Winston in his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as they have moved onto to Tom Brady, and what is Jameis' future in the NFL?

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Baseball's Opening Day Is On Hold But What About The Season?

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin talk about baseball's shutdown due to coronavirus on what would have been Opening Day with the Rays hosting the Pirates. Which players and teams will be impacted the most with the delay and how this compares with other stoppages in baseball's history.

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Tom Brady's Bucs Introduction and Tom Jones On COVID-19's Impact On Sports

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

The Buccaneers and Tom Brady held an introductory phone conference less than 1 week after he signed a 2-year contract to be the Bucs quarterback. He held to his script when talking about the challenges he faces as Bucs quarterback and how he left New England. Tom Jones also joins us to discuss how COVID-19 has impacted sports and what may happen when they return.

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Are The Bucs The Team To Beat In NFC and How Much Credit Should Jason Licht Get For Signing Tom Brady?

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss how Tom Brady came to the Buccaneers, are they now the team to beat in the NFC, how much credit should Jason Licht get for signing Tom Brady, and who is under more pressure to win this year, Tom Brady or Bill Belichick?

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How Did The Buccaneers Land Tom Brady?

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 04:55:25 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down how the Buccaneers were able to land the biggest free agent in quarterback Tom Brady and it turns out it wasn't that hard. Rick goes through the 90-minute phone call in which Brady had done his research on the team, Bruce Arians, the coaching staff and more. In fact the only thing he asked for when he signed the deal was the phone number of everyone on the roster so he could call them personally.

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MAILBAG: Will Tom Brady Bring More Free Agents & Will Bruce Arians Take Over Play Calling

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about the Bucs signing Tom Brady including if Bruce Arians will take over play calling, did Brady demand any personnel changes, can Brady workout with his receivers on his own, are more free agents willing to come to Tampa Bay now, will the heat affect his play, and what now happens to Jameis Winston who isn't signed yet.

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Why Hasn't Tom Brady Signed With The Bucs Yet And Is He A Good Fit For This Offense?

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on why Tom Brady hasn't signed with the Buccaneers yet and why you shouldn't be worried, if Brady a good fit for Bruce Arians offense, is there a market for Jameis Winston as either a starter or backup and quarterback movement around the NFL.

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Tom Brady Is Joining The Bucs

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 04:03:12 GMT

Maybe we can have nice things as Rick Stroud discusses the news that Tom Brady is expected to sign with the Buccaneers after the NFL's new year starts later today at 4pm. Tuesday started with a social media post from Brady saying goodbye to the Patriots and it was down to the Chargers and Buccaneers. By the end of the day we learn Tom Brady will become a Buccaneer after all and Bucs fans were lining up online for tickets into the night. Head Coach Bruce Arians has his quarterback as Jameis Winston's time in Tampa Bay has come to a close.

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Buccaneers Made Hard Pitch To Tom Brady As NFL Free Agency Is Set To Begin

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs hard pitch to Tom Brady as it appears there are 3 teams bidding for his services, the Chargers, Patriots and Bucs. Could Tom Brady actually come to Tampa Bay, it probably all rides on Head Coach Bruce Arians. Plus the Bucs franchise tag Shaq Barrett and re-sign Jason Pierre Paul to a 2-year deal to help bring back the defensive line that helped the defense turn the season around.

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Buccaneers To Use Franchise Tag On Shaq Barrett, Jameis Winston To Become Free Agent

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:46:53 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers are prepared to use the franchise tag on Shaq Barrett before today's deadline at 12pm when free agent can start talking with teams about a new contract. This news means QB Jameis Winston will become a free agent and can begin negotiations later today with other teams. This doesn't mean it won't sign with the Bucs but they will be talking with Tom Brady, Teddy Bridgewater and maybe others before that happens. Plus the NFL's new collective bargaining agreement was ratified by the players meaning there could be 14 playoff teams this season and a 17-game schedule in 2021.

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The Sports World Has Come To A Halt In 24 Hours Plus Your Mailbag Questions Answered

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on how the entire sports world has come to a halt in just 24 hours since Rudy Gobert tested positive for coronavirus and now the NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, PGA and more have suspended or delayed their seasons. Plus Rick answers your mailbag questions about how the Bucs will use to entice Tom Brady to become a Buccaneer, will the Bucs draft an offensive tackle or running back in the draft, and why the Rays won't announce their postseason plan if they get the dual-city plan up and running.

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Coronavirus Suspends NBA Season, NCAA Playing In Empty Arenas & Bucs All-In On Tom Brady

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:25:52 GMT

Rick Stroud on the coronavirus' impact on sports as the NBA suspends it season, the NCAA is playing games in empty arenas and the NHL needs more time to decide. Rick is joined by Tampa Bay Times USF Beat Writer to discuss this impact on the NCAA Tournament coming to Tampa next week and how USF Spring Football practice started under new head coach Jeff Scott. Then Rick breaks down how the Bucs are all-in in their pursuit of free agent quarterback Tom Brady when the new league year starts next week. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Rick and Tom on Closing Locker Room Access, The Lightning's Fight & Best QB For Buccaneers

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what impact closing locker rooms to sports media will have on covering sports and if it could become the norm, the Lightning have more fight in them but is it a good thing, and who is the best quarterback for the Buccaneers not named Jameis Winston.

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Grand Prix of St. Petersburg Preview Plus a Conversation With Graham Rahal

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 04:00:46 GMT

There are some big changes in IndyCar racing as Roger Penske takes over as owner while still being an car owner as some complications come with it, new technology for the series with a new aeroscreen, what the race is doing in the wake of the coronavirus, plus Tampa Bay Times writer Matt Baker sat down with Graham Rahal to discuss the Grand Prix and all the changes in IndyCar.

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We'll Learn This Week If Bucs Will Tag Jameis Winston & Lightning Beat Bruins As Multiple Line Brawls Break Out

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:45:25 GMT

Which NFL players will make it to free agency as franchise and transition tag announcement are due this week ahead of any vote on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement by the players which is due 8 hours later, Rick Stroud thinks Jameis Winston will hit free agency and will not receive a tag from the Buccaneers, plus the Lightning came for a hockey game and fights broke out as they beat Boston 5-3 plus a couple of line brawls.

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MAILBAG: Have Bucs Made Up Their Mind About Jameis Winston, Is Matt Gay To Blame for QB Struggles & Should They Take RB In 1st Round Of Draft

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:21:53 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if Bruce Arians has already made up his mind about Jameis Winston, does Winston's home record affect the Bucs decision on his future, is Matt Gay to blame for some of the quarterback issues with the Bucs, should they take a running back with their first round pick this year and does Rick have a Tom Brady to the Bucs story already written should he decide to sign in Tampa Bay?

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The Best Landing Spots For Jameis Winston If He Leaves The Bucs and How The Coronavirus Affects The Lightning

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:00:19 GMT

Rick Stroud has the best landing spots for quarterback Jameis Winston if he leaves the Lightning once free agency starts in 2 weeks, plus Diana Nearhos on how the Lightning will cope without Steven Stamkos for 6-8 weeks, how the coronavirus is affecting the Lightning and looking back at 10 years of Jeffrey Vinik owning the Lightning and how the franchise has transformed. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Is Jameis Winston The Biggest Wild Card In The NFL's Quarterback Carousel & Are The Bucs Really In The Tom Brady Sweepstakes?

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:31:02 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 to discuss if Jameis Winston is the biggest wild card in the quarterback carousel that is occurring in the NFL right now, could Jameis Winston play for the Dallas Cowboys, are the Bucs really in the running to get the services of Tom Brady, and what does Steven Stamkos' latest injury mean for the Lightning's playoff hopes.

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Could Teddy Bridgewater Be The Next Buccaneers Quarterback?

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 05:29:07 GMT

Rick Stroud on some reports that say the Buccaneers are hot on Saints backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater to lead them next season, plus could Jameis Winston be a backup to Drew Brees next season in New Orleans? Plus hear from Jason Licht at the NFL Combine last week as he talked about Jameis Winston's season, OJ Howard's role moving forward and how good the defense was last season.

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Shaq Barrett Could Be Franchised By Bucs, Steven Stamkos To Miss 6-8 Weeks and Blake Snell Gets Cortisone Shot

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 05:38:10 GMT

Rick Stroud on what using the franchise tag on Shaq Barrett means for Jameis Winston's future with the Bucs, the Lightning snapped a 4-game losing streak but learn that Steven Stamkos is out for 6-8 weeks with surgery on a core muscle injury, Blake Snell is getting a cortisone shot and might miss the start of the season since we can't have nice things and the Vipers snap their 3-game losing streak with a shutout on Sunday night as Quinton Flowers was not with the team.

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MAILBAG: Is Tom Brady A Fit In Tampa, Where Will JPP Play & Should Bucs Add A Veteran To Secondary?

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including whether he is tired of talking about the Bucs quarterback position, how would Tom Brady do in Bruce Arians' offense, if the Bucs sign a free agent quarterback why should Bucs fans be excited since another team just said they weren't good enough, should the Bucs add a veteran to the secondary, where will Jason Pierre-Paul play this season, will the Buccaneers be asking for a new stadium soon, had the Rays built a stadium at Al Lang a decade ago what would we think of that now and why does Gaylord Perry get a pass for cheating while the steroid era guys don't.

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Boston Writer Says Tampa Bay Could Be Tom Brady's Choice & Quinton Flowers A No-Show At Vipers Practice

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Boston writer who says Tom Brady could be coming to Tampa Bay this season in free agency, Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians has seen sketches of the new uniforms and it's more like the Super Bowl unis than the creamsickle, Quinton Flowers wasn't at Vipers practice on Wednesday and Steven Stamkos may miss tonight's game vs. Chicago as the Lightning look to stop a 3-game losing streak. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Bruce Arians' Most Stern Rebuke Yet of Jameis Winston

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 06:13:46 GMT

Bruce Arians calls Jameis Winston an 'unknown quantity' after a December that was not what he was looking for but notes he can win with Winston at quarterback. Arians also says he wants to see what else is out there, plus why signing Shaq Barrett is a higher priority for the Bucs and which free agents could return.

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Bucs Getting New Uniforms & How Will New Look Rays Play

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Bucs confirming that they will be unveiling new uniforms this April and Bucs Twitter is on fire. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to discuss baseball's reaction to the Astros cheating scandal, how will the Rays look different with new additions and will the Vipers find ways to play Quinton Flowers more.

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Should Jameis Winston or Shaq Barrett Get Franchise Tag From Bucs?

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Who should the Buccaneers use the franchise tag on, Jameis Winston or Shaq Barrett, and how the NFL's Collective Bargaining Agreement affects that decision, Bucs adding assistant coach Monte Kiffin to Ring of Honor, Gerald McCoy would like to play the last game this year in Tampa, Lightning have lost 2 in a row as they come back home and they've signed a defenseman, the Vipers are now 0-3 and the Rays have started Spring Training games.

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NFL Owners Vote to Expand Season and Playoffs & Neil Solondz on Rays Bullpen and New Additions

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 05:04:54 GMT

Rick Stroud on the NFL owner's vote approving a plan to expand the season to 17 games and the playoffs to 14 teams. It's now in the players hands to see if it moves forward. Plus Rays Radio host Neil Solondz on the 2020 Rays including how the new faces will fit in, how the bullpen might be used and will we see Wander Franco in the big leagues this year?

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Rick and Tom On MLB's Sign Stealing, Jameis Winston's Future and Meat Sweats

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 05:00:59 GMT

Rick and Tom are together again as they are here to calm everyone down on MLB's future after the Astros and Red Sox sign stealing controversies, are we going a little to far when one analyst thinks the Bucs should move on from Jameis Winston because he has too many delay of game penalties, the problems the XFL is having with quarterback and getting meat sweats. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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How Does Drew Brees' Return Impacts The Bucs, Lightning Win 11th Consecutive Game & Lebron James Criticizes MLB and Rob Manfred

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 05:10:58 GMT

Drew Brees announces that he will play this year for the Saints meaning Teddy Bridgewater is looking for a new home the quarterback shuffle is beginning. The Lightning beat the Avalanche in overtime on Monday to set a franchise record of 11 straight wins as they continue to roll with 22 games remaining and Lebron James is the latest to criticize Rob Manfred for the lack of punishment to those involved in sign stealing on the Astros.

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MAILBAG: Why Didn't MLB Investigate Astros Sooner, Should Rays Fans Boo Charlie Morton, What Was Behind Breshad Perriman's Success & Does JPP Want To Come Back To Tampa Bay?

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 05:10:51 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including why Rob Manfred didn't investigate the Astros for sign stealing sooner, what will happen to the Astros on the field this year with so many players unhappy with the lack of punishment, should Rays fans boo Charlie Morton for his part, how much will Stu Sternberg pay for a new stadium, what's behind Breshad Perriman's success this year, does Jason Pierre-Paul want to return to Tampa Bay, and should Cardale Jones get another shot at NFL after success in the XFL.

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MLB Commissioner Doubles Down on Astros' Punishments, Lightning Trade for Blake Coleman and Bucs Options With Jameis Winston

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 05:28:03 GMT

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has reiterated he made the correct decision to not punish the Astros players involved in sign-stealing despite the continued criticism from other players, the Lightning make a trade ahead of the deadline for Devils forward Blake Coleman, and the Bucs haven't decided what to do with Jameis Winston yet so Rick Stroud lays out their options.

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Jimmie Johnson's Legacy, Can Denny Hamlin Win The Daytona 500 Again & Brent Honeywell On Rehab and The Astros

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 05:46:56 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with Matt Baker to preview the Daytona 500 this weekend, what is Jimmie Johnson's legacy in Nascar and can Denny Hamlin go back-to-back. Plus Rick talks with Rays pitcher Brent Honeywell, Jr., who hopes to pitch this season for the first time since March of 2018 when he underwent Tommy John surgery.

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Are The Bucs Getting New Uniforms, Jameis Winston Has Eye Surgery & The Lightning Are Rolling

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers video that hints at new uniforms are on the way this year and Jameis Winston did indeed have laser eye surgery. Plus Diana Nearhos on the red-hot Tampa Bay Lightning, Yanni Gourde's long goalless streak is over and injuries are starting to mount. And some new rules approved by MLB to start this season including a 3-batter minimum for pitchers within an inning. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Kevin Kiermaier's New Swing, Charlie Morton's Regret & How The Rays May Use Their Bullpen After Trading Pagan

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 05:09:41 GMT

Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin joins Rick Stroud as Rays Spring Training is set to begin and Stu Sternberg continues to push his split season plan with Montreal at a meeting with Tampa Mayor Jane Castor and Hillsborough County Commissioner Ken Hagan. Plus Kevin Kiermaier has revamped his swing for this season, what will the Rays do with the bullpen without Emilio Pagan, Charlie Morton's future with the Rays and his regret for the Astros cheating and how will Jose Martinez be used by the Rays.

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Did Bucs Quarterback Jameis Winston Have Eye Surgery and Do The Vipers Have a QB Controversy?

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 05:07:36 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss the quarterback controversy for the Tampa Bay Vipers between Aaron Murray and Quentin Flowers, did Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston have eye surgery, the Rays ready to open Spring Training this week and just how good is Oscar award winning movie Parasite?

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Charlie Morton On Astros Cheating, Stu Sternberg On Montreal & Emilio Pagan Traded

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 05:01:36 GMT

Rick Stroud was at Rays FanFest where Stu Sternberg was confronted by fans about his split-city plan, Charlie Morton expressed contrition about the Astros sign-stealing scandal and Rick spoke to Emilio Pagan hours before he was traded to San Diego for another outfielder who sounds a lot like Kevin Kiermaier. Plus the Vipers opened their XFL play with a dud in New York as they lose 23-3 and the Lightning remain red-hot as they are in Columbus tonight to play the Blue Jackets for the first time since getting swept by them in the playoffs last year.

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What We Should Expect As A Community For Super Bowl LV In Tampa Next Year

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 05:08:16 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission's Rob Higgins about what we can expect from Super Bowl LV in Tampa in 1-year. Since the last time we hosted a Super Bowl, the event has grown tremendously and so has our region. Plus what is Rick's favorite Super Bowl location and the XFL and the Tampa Bay Vipers kick off this weekend.

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MAILBAG: Have Bucs Decided On Jameis Winston Yet, Could They Bring Back Gerald McCoy and Should Rays Have Blocked The Astros Hiring of James Click

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:12:37 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if the Bucs have decided on the future of Jameis Winston in Tampa Bay, could the Bucs bring back Gerald McCoy, could Derek Carr be an option if Tom Brady signs in Las Vegas, will the Buccaneers get new uniforms this year, should the Rays have blocked the Astros from hiring James Click, will Stu Sternberg's Montreal plan hurt attendence even more this year and when will the Bucs finally make the playoffs. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Rick and Tom on Super Bowl 55 next year in Tampa & Should MLB Have Prevented the Astros From Hiring James Click?

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 05:47:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what Super Bowl 55 will be like next year in Tampa as the Buccaneers look to become the first team to play in the Super Bowl in their home stadium, plus should Major League Baseball have stopped the Astros from hiring James Click from the Rays after they cheated.

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How 49ers Blew 10 Point Lead in Super Bowl & Rays Lose Another Front Office Exec

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 05:16:54 GMT

Rick Stroud recaps the wild finish in Super Bowl LIV as Patrick Mahomes now has an MVP and Super Bowl MVP award before the age of 25, plus the Astros cheated but their reward is raiding the Rays front office to hire James Click as their new General Manager

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Chris Foerster's Story of Redemption and Recovery, Plus John Lynch Misses Hall Of Fame For 7th Straight Year

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud sat down this week for an exclusive interview with 49ers consultant Chris Foerster who is a recovering addict working his way back to coaching football. He last coached in the NFL for the Dolphins and this week he was back in Miami for the Super Bowl. You'll hear about his story and how he hopes to help others in need, plus John Lynch missed the call for the Hall of Fame for the 7th straight year and the Lightning continue to roll after sweeping the 3 California teams on the road.

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Who You Got, Kansas City or San Francisco?

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 preview Super Bowl LIV from Miami as it's Patrick Mahomes vs. Jimmy Garoppolo, Andy Reid vs. Kyle Shanahan as the season ends this Sunday. Plus the Lightning won in Los Angeles on Wednesday as they continue to play well with 32 games to go in the season. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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How One Phone Call Took John Lynch From Broadcast Booth to 49ers Front Office

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 05:27:49 GMT

Rick Stroud sat down with 49ers General Manager John Lynch at Super Bowl LIV in Miami to discuss how 1 phone call took him from the broadcast booth to the front office, did he ever consider trying to become the Bucs GM, and what has he done to turn a 4-win team into NFC champs in 1 season. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Why Didn't 49ers Draft Patrick Mahomes & Are Lightning Falling Back Into Bad Habits

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:17:53 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Miami for Super Bowl LIV asking why didn't the 49ers draft Patrick Mahomes in the 2017 NFL Draft, is Jimmy Garoppolo being overlooked in this Super Bowl, and Diana Nearhos joins us to talk about the Lightning's long break and if their loss in Dallas on Monday shows they are falling back into bad habits.

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Super Bowl Opening Night Remembers Kobe Bryant, Lightning Lose In Overtime & Could The National League Get The DH?

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 05:40:30 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Miami for Super Bowl LIV as the Chiefs and 49ers just wrapped up Opening Night at Marlins Park where the players were remembering Kobe Bryant who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday as they prepare for their matchup on Sunday. Plus the Lightning play well but make too make mistakes in a 3-2 overtime loss to Ben Bishop and the Dallas Stars and Major League Baseball may be considering bringing the Designated Hitter to the National League soon.

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Kobe Bryant Tributes & Super Bowl Storylines

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 05:16:01 GMT

Kobe Bryant, his daughter and 7 others died in a helicopter crash on Sunday morning as the sports world mourns the passing of a legend. There were touching tributes throughout sports including at the Pro Bowl as the news broke. Plus it's Super Bowl week as Rick Stroud breaks down the story lines before Media Night tonight.

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Rick and Tom On Who Should Bucs Franchise Tag, If Eli Manning is a Hall Of Famer & What Will Charlie Morton Say About Astros Sign-Stealing

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss what the Bucs should do with the Franchise tag this offseason as they have to choose between Jameis Winston and Shaq Barrett, Eli Manning will announce his retirement today but is he a hall of fame quarterback and what will Rays pitcher Charlie Morton say in Spring Training about the Astros sign stealing. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Shaq Barrett Plans To Stay In Tampa But Wants Paid & Eli Manning To Retire

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 05:26:34 GMT

Rick Stroud is at the Pro Bowl where Shaquille Barrett is making his first appearance and says he wants to re-sign with the Bucs but he’s looking for a good deal. What does that mean for Jameis Winston, plus Eli Manning retires and Rays farm system among the best in baseball still. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast!

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MAILBAG: Could Phillip Rivers Be A Buc, How John Lynch Built A Super Bowl Team in 3 Years and Why Should Fans Trust Baseball After Another Scandal

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:10:58 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Phillip Rivers chances of landing in Tampa Bay, how John Lynch built a Super Bowl team in 3 seasons while the Bucs haven’t made the playoffs in 12 years, is Jason Licht feeling heat, which free agents should the Bucs re-sign and why should a baseball fan believe baseball after another scandal that affected the outcomes of games.

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Will Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens Finally Get The Call & Why Astros Players Aren't Being Suspended

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:09:46 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Marc Topkin to talk about the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2020 which will be announced tonight as Derek Jeter seems to be a lock but will Barry Bonds and/or Roger Clemens finally get in this year? Plus the latest on the Astros punishment after using technology to steal signals and if the punishment fits the crime and why players haven't been suspended.

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Chiefs-49ers Set For Super Bowl LIV, Lightning Roll Into Bye Week & Carlos Beltran Out After Signing Stealing

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 05:45:31 GMT

It's the Chiefs and the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV as both teams won in impressive fashion in their conference championship games. The Lightning go 11-2 in their 13 game stretch in 21 days as they are now in their bye week before the All-Star game and more fallout in the baseball sign stealing saga as the Mets fire manager Carlos Beltran before he ever coaches a game.

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Jameis Winston Wants A Big Payday & Previewing Conference Championships

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Jameis Winston's camp sees his upcoming free agency as a chance to get a huge payday in the range of $30 million a year for multiple years. Rick Stroud breaks down what this means for the Buccaneers and how it may play out plus a preview on the conference championship games this weekend as Kansas City hosts Tennessee and Green Bay travels to San Francisco. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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MAILBAG: What Is Baseball's Worst Scandal, What Changes Can Rays Make To Deter Cheaters, Which Buccaneer Was Most Improved and Was Clemson Overrated?

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 05:34:15 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about MLB's investigations and punishments of teams using technology to steal signs, what is baseball worst scandal, what can the Rays do to not fall victim to cheating, plus what happens with Jameis Winston and the Bucs, which Buccaneers was most improved, biggest surprise and biggest disappointment, who should the Buccaneers franchise this year, what is Rick's most memorable Super Bowl he covered and was LSU that good or Clemson overrated? Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast with live horse racing on Wednesdays, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Did Major League Baseball Go Far Enough in Punishments & Where LSU Ranks Among All-Time Greats

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:20:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 on Bay News 9 discuss if MLB's punishment enough for the Houston Astros and why weren't players suspended. Plus where does LSU's championship team rank among the all-time greats and who will win the Conference Championship Games this weekend in the NFL.

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LSU Completes Perfect Season & MLB Punishes The Astros But Not The Players

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 07:18:25 GMT

LSU dominates Clemson in the National Championship as Joe Burrow completes one of the greatest seasons for a quarterback with 60 touchdowns and a 15-0 record. LSU beats 7 Top 10 teams this season, the most ever including outscoring Georgia, Oklahoma and Clemson by a combined 142-63 to close out the season. Plus Major League Baseball has handed out punishments to the Houston Astros for using technology to steal signs while winning the 2017 World Series, but was it enough?

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Was NFL Divisional Weekend a Snoozer And Lightning Have 10-game Win Streak Snapped

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 05:31:22 GMT

Rick and Steve break down the NFL Divisional Weekend games as we're now down to four teams remaining to see who will play in the Super Bowl. The home teams won 3 of the 4 games with the exception being the Titans who handled the top seeded Ravens with ease. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs staged a huge comeback to win going away of the Texans, the 49ers defense was too much for the Vikings and the Packers defeated the Seahawks in the closest finish of the weekend. The Lightning lost in New Jersey to snap their 10-game win streak despite playing well enough to win and USF basketball lost a close game to 9th ranked Memphis on Sunday.

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NFL Divisional Playoff Preview & Carson Palmer On Bruce Arians Offense for Quarterbacks

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:25:34 GMT

Rick Stroud previews the NFL Divisional Playoffs this weekend as we're ready to determine who will play in the conference championship games, plus Carson Palmer's comments on how Jameis Winston could do in year 2 in Bruce Arians offense. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Lightning Rolling With 8th Straight Win Behind Carter Verhaeghe's Hat Trick

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:03:48 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Diana Nearhos as the Lightning have now won 8 games in a row and are in second place in the Atlantic Division. They discuss Carter Verhaeghe's path to the NHL after his hat trick on Tuesday, who has been the Bolts most surprising player this year and how has Mikhail Sergachev improved this year. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast!

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Rick and Tom On The Lightning's Turnaround & Who Would Be Best Quarterback For Buccaneers in 2020

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:17:25 GMT

Rick Stroud and his longtime radio partner Tom Jones discuss the Lightning's season turnaround and whether there might be more rough times ahead, who would be the best quarterback for the Buccaneers next season and who will win the college football National Championship between Clemson and LSU.

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MAILBAG: Will Jameis Winston Remain On Bucs, Could Tom Brady Sign In Tampa Bay & Should USF Fans Tap The Breaks On Jeff Scott

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Jameis Winston's status with the Buccaneers, what quarterbacks could the Bucs look at signing if they move on from Winston, how will the Bucs address their running game, who might not be back on defense, plus should USF fans hit the brakes some on the Jeff Scott hire, and how will the Rays do this season.

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Bolts Win 7th In A Row & Drew Brees and Tom Brady Out of NFL Playoffs

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

The Tampa Bay Lightning have won their 7th straight game on a tough back-to-back as Andrei Vasilevskiy is playing well and the defense has improved as they are once again in competition for the Atlantic Division. Then Tom Brady and Drew Brees both lose at home on NFL Wild Card weekend while Deshaun Watson and Russell Wilson play well in big wins to setup the NFL Divisional Playoff round this weekend.

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Former Buccaneers Coach Sam Wyche Passed Away at Age 74 and NFL Playoff Preview

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud remembers former Buccaneers and Bengals coach Sam Wyche who passed away on Thursday at the age of 74. He was quite a character, a better man and was responsible for drafting Warren Sapp and Derrick Brooks in the first round of the same draft. Plus a preview a NFL Wild Card Weekend and a look back at the New Years Day bowl games. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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What Are The Bucs Options At Quarterback Next Season & Does USF Benefit From Jeff Scott Coaching In National Championship

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss what options the Buccaneers have with Jameis Winston, and does USF benefit from new Head Coach Jeff Scott calling plays in the National Championship for Clemson. Today's show is presented by Tampa Bay Downs, the premier multi-entertainment destination on Florida’s gulf coast!

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BUCS MAILBAG: Will Jameis Winston Return, Could OJ Howard Be Traded & Which Free Agents Might Return

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag Buccaneers mailbag questions including if quarterback Jameis Winston will still be a Buccaneer next season, who on the defense should be a priority to bring back, will OJ Howard be traded, will Peyton Barber return, what is Jason Licht's philosophy on building a roster and more.

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Bruce Arians Believes He Can Win Without Jameis Winston

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 05:57:32 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down Bruce Arians and Jameis Winston's comments following the Bucs 7-9 season that saw Jameis Winston lead the NFL in passing, throw 33 touchdowns but also 30 interceptions. The public tone of their comments has drastically changed as Jameis Winston's rookie contract is ending and the Buccaneers have a decision to make this offseason.

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Buccaneers Fall In Season Finale As Jameis Winston Throws A Pick-6 In Overtime

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 05:19:34 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina recap the Bucs 28-22 overtime loss to the Falcons on a Jameis Winston pick-6, his 7th of the season which is an NFL record. And with that interception the Bucs finish 7-9 while Jameis Winston is the first member of the 30-30 club, 30 touchdown passes and 30 interceptions. The defense played well to win the game once again but Matt Gay missed 3 field goals in special teams.

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As Bucs Prepare For Season Finale, Was This Year A Success?

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the final game of the 2019 season for Bruce Arians, Jameis Winston and the rest of Buccaneers, but was it a success? Sure the team has a better record than the last 2 seasons but once again they missed the playoffs. Jameis Winston is leading the league in yards, has a lot of touchdowns but a lot of interceptions too. The defense has improved throughout the season and is now keeping them in games with a chance to win with a group that is extremely young in the secondary.

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Why Have Lightning Struggled This Season And What Lies Ahead For Them

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud spoke with Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Diana Nearhos as the NHL is on Christmas Break to evaluate the Bolts first half of the season and where they stand as currently it's out of the playoffs.

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Former Bucs WR Coach PJ Fleck On His Time In Tampa & Coaching Minnesota In The Outback Bowl

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

With the Outback Bowl a week away, Minnesota Head Coach PJ Fleck sat down with Rick Stroud and others ahead of the contest with Auburn. He reflected on his time in Tampa Bay as a wide receivers coach with the Bucs, plus tragedy his family endoured which is how he created his 'row the boat' mantra for his teams and how his past has made him the coach he is today.

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Rick and Tom On Jameis Winston's Pursuit of 30-30, What's Wrong With The Lightning & Rays Off Season Moves

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 06:21:11 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Jameis Winston and if he can make the 30-30 clubs this year with 30 touchdowns and 30 interceptions and what should the Buccaneers do with him long term. Plus what is wrong with the Lightning and do you like the Rays offseason moves thus far.

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Bucs Win Streak Snapped As Jameis Winston Throws 4 More Interceptions

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 05:02:45 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina after the Buccaneers 4-game winning streak was snapped as Jameis Winston once again threw an interception on his first pass and threw his 6th pick-6 of the year. But despite Jameis Winston's 4 interceptions the Bucs had a chance to win the game as the defense once again played well enough to win. Rick and Eduardo discuss if these performances by Jameis Winston are sustainable and what the Bucs are trying to do in the last game of the season this week.

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Bucs Looking For 5th Win In A Row, College Football Signing Day Recap and a Bowl Preview

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:20:20 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Bucs-Texans game where the Bucs are looking to make it 5 wins in a row while the Texans are looking to clinch the AFC South. Jameis Winston will be playing without his 3 top receivers as he leads the NFL in passing yards. Then Rick talks with Matt Baker about college football signing day and how the Gators, Seminoles and Bulls did plus a look at the Bowl games which get underway this weekend.

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MAILBAG: Should Bucs Fans Have Hope For 2020, Which Players Will Return, Sternberg's Latest Stadium Comments and is Nikita Kucherov Like Jameis Winston

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:02:41 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your questions including why the Buccaneers potentially going 9-7 this season could be different than when they did it in 2016, which players on the Bucs roster might be back next year and which ones might move on, who the Bucs should draft next year, our thoughts on Stu Sternberg's latest stadium comments, could the Rays move to Orlando, is Nikita Kucherov the Jameis Winston of the Lightning and in 5 years who will be better, Florida State or USF. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Why Didn't New USF Coach Jeff Scott Retain Any Assistants & Has Jameis Winston Done Enough To Stay With Bucs

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Spectrum Sports 360's Chris Torello as we now know new USF Head Coach Jeff Scott will not retain any assistant coaches including offensive coordinator Kerwin Bell and running backs coach Shaun King so why did he do this. Plus has Jameis Winston done enough to be the Bucs quarterback again next season and how do you grade the Rays off-season moves so far.

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Bucs Need Healthy Wide Receivers & Marc Topkin on Rays Signing Tsutsugo & Latest On Stadium Plan

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 05:00:17 GMT

The Buccaneers have 3 healthy receivers on the roster as they prepare to take on the Texans on Sunday as Mike Evans and Chris Godwin are out and Rick Stroud updates you on what they will do. Plus the Lightning are playing better through a tough stretch and Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Rays signing of Yoshitomo Tsutsugo from Japan to help with their home run power and what Stu Sternberg said about the Rays stadium plans and doubling down on their plan to split homes between Tampa Bay and Montreal.

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Buccaneers Win 4th in A Row, Jameis Winston Sets Record & Shaq Barrett Ties Warren Sapp

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:50:22 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina are in Detroit where the Buccaneers won their 4th straight game to improve to 7-7 on the season as Jameis Winston becomes the first QB to throw for 450 yards in 2 straight games. Winston threw 4 touchdown passes including 3 to Breshad Perriman and only 1 interception and Sean Murphy-Bunting sealed the win with a Pick-6 in a homecoming for him. Shaq Barrett tied Warren Sapp's record for sacks in a season with 16.5 while the running game struggled once again.

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Buccaneers Looking For 4 Wins In A Row As Jameis Winston Continues To Nurse His Thumb

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 05:28:09 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Bucs game at Detroit as they look for 4 wins in a row and 5 wins in their last 6. Quarterback Jameis Winston is banged up but expected to play except he won't have Mike Evans as a target as he's out with a hamstring injury.

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USF's Jeff Scott Wins His Introductory Press Conference, Lightning Still Out of Playoff Spot & Jameis Winston Limited In Practice

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud updates the latest on Bucs injuries including Jameis Winston, Mike Evans and Donovan Smith, plus he's joined by Joey Knight to discuss Jeff Scott introduction as the new USF football coach as he said all the right thing, then Diana Nearhos joins us to discuss the Lightning's transition to play a more defensively responsible game with Boston and Washington coming to town. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Rick and Tom on Bucs Winning Streak, Jameis Winston, Coaching Hires at FSU and USF & Should We Worry About The Lightning?

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick and Tom are back together as NostraThomas predicted several weeks ago that the Bucs would win out and he's right so far, so can they win the next 3? Plus they discuss the coaching hires at Florida State and USF and if it's time to worry about the Tampa Bay Lightning who continue to be out of the playoffs if they started today.

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How Is Mike Norvell Different Than Willie Taggart at FSU & Is Jeff Scott a Good Hire For USF?

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what we've learned about new Florida State coach Mike Norvell now that he's been introduced, USF's new coach is Clemson Co-Offensive Coordinator Jeff Scott so is it a good hire, plus what to expect from the College Football Playoff which has LSU-Oklahoma and Ohio State-Clemson.

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Bucs Win Wild Game Over Colts As Jameis Winston Throws For 456 Yards, 4 TDs and 3 Interceptions

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina from Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs beat the Colts 38-35 to win their 3rd game in a row after a roller coaster of an afternoon where Jameis Winston threw for over 450 yards, 4 touchdowns and 3 interceptions. Jameis Winston did all of this while playing with a slightly fractured thumb in the 2nd half and after losing Mike Evans to a hamstring injury in the 1st half.

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Bucs Looking For Third Win In A Row As Indianapolis Comes To Town

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:33:04 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Bucs-Colts game this Sunday at Raymond James Stadium with both teams needing a win to keep playoff hopes alive. The Buccaneers do have some momentum after winning 2 straight and 3 out of the last 4 with a defense that looks improved. Meanwhile the Colts are banged up and have lost 4 of 5 as quarterback Jacoby Brissett is under fire.

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Has Florida State Found Their Man & Should USF Hire Willie Taggart Again?

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss if Florida State has found it's coach despite no announcement yet, should USF hire Willie Taggart again to run their program, and who will make the College Football Playoff after this weekend's Championship Games. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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What Kind Of Coach Should USF Look To Hire & Has Jameis Winston Finally Turned The Corner

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 to talk about the USF coaching search and what kind of coach they should be looking for, the latest on Florida State's search, has Jameis Winston turned the corner in his Bucs career, plus the Carolina Panthers have fired head coach Ron Rivera and how that impacts the NFC South moving forward.

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MAILBAG: Has Jameis Winston Turned A Corner, What Is USF's Ceiling, Did Rays Make Right Decision On d'Arnaud & Should Lightning Fans Be Concerned

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 05:25:35 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if Jameis Winston is finally turning a corner in his play as Buccaneers quarterback, why the Bucs can't find a running game, could Donovan Smith move to right tackle next year, can Carlton Davis take the next step in his play, who on the roster would you apply the franchise tag too, plus what is the ceiling at USF with the right coach, who should Florida State hire, why isn't Felipe Franks coming back to Florida, did the Rays make the right move in letting Travis d'Arnaud walk and should Lightning fans be concerned with their play this year.

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Bucs Win 28-11 Over Jaguars To Improve To 5-7 & USF Fires Charlie Strong

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 05:01:18 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina are in Jacksonville where the Bucs defeated the Jaguars 28-11 behind another good defensive game as rookie LB Devin White showed why he was selected with the 5th overall pick in last year's draft. Plus Joey Knight joins us to discuss USF's firing of head coach Charlie Strong and who are some candidates they might look at to become the 5th coach in program history.

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Bucs Looking To Build Off Last Week's Victory As Defense Played Their Best Game

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Bucs-Jaguars game this Sunday as the Bucs are looking to build off their 35-22 win over Atlanta last weekend as the defense played much better and Jameis Winston played well after a rough start with 2 interceptions.

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It's Rivalry Weekend In College Football Plus The Latest on FSU's Coaching Search and Charlie Strong's Future at USF

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 05:03:30 GMT

Rick Stroud and Matt Baker breakdown rivalry weekend in college football including Florida State-Florida, USF-UCF, Alabama-Auburn, Wisconsin-Minnesota, Ohio State-Michigan and more. Plus the latest on the head coaching search at Florida State and will Charlie Strong get another year at USF. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Can Jameis Winston Cut Down On Turnovers, Rays Lose d'Arnaud & Why Is Lightning Penalty Kill So Dominant Now

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:13:19 GMT

How important is it for Jameis Winston to avoid things like jump passes in the last 5 games, the Rays lose Travis d'Arnoud and re-sign Mike Zunino to be their catcher, and Diana Nearhos joins us to discuss Steven Stamkos' injury, why the Lightning penalty kill is so dominant right now and why they might be able to go on a run right now in the season.

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Rick and Tom on Bucs Chances To Win Out, Lightning's Hangover From Last Year & A New Name For Florida State To Consider

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 05:29:32 GMT

Rick and Tom are back together and Tom Jones is bringing the hot takes including that the Bucs won't lose another game this season, bad officiating is killing the NFL, the Lightning are still suffering a hangover from last season and a possible new name for the Florida State coaching search.

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Bucs Win 35-22 Behind Chris Godwin's Big Day & A Defense That Shutdown The Falcons

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 05:14:28 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Bucs 35-22 win over the Falcons from Atlanta where Jameis Winston overcame 2 early interceptions, Chris Godwin had a monster day and the defense played well sacking Matt Ryan 6 times and having 16 passes defensed in one of their best efforts this season. Maybe the only downside was Rick jinxing kicker Matt Gay who missed 2 extra points and had another one blocked.

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Can The Bucs Avoid The NFC South Cellar With A Win In Atlanta?

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview this weekend's Bucs-Falcons game as Atlanta is now looking for their 3rd win in a row after making some changes on their coaching staff and playing better defensively. The loser of this game will be in last place in the NFC South. Jameis Winston has played very well in Atlanta in his career despite some losses as he is close to his hometown in Alabama.

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With Bob Stoops Out Who Will Florida State Look At For Their Next Coach & Will Charlie Strong Keep His Job At USF?

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer discuss the latest in the Florida State head coaching search now that Bob Stoops is out, how can Charlie Strong keep his job at USF next season, what Tua Tagovailoa's injury means in the College Football Playoff rankings, and why you should root for Utah to make the College Football Playoff as they are living the American (Conference) Dream.

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Is Bucs Offensive Line To Blame For Offensive Mistakes & USF Shows They Are A Team

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss how much blame should the Buccaneers Offensive Line get as Jameis Winston leads the NFL in interceptions and sacks, while USF lost to Cincinnati it showed something wonderful about Charlie Strong and his team and if the Astros did indeed steal signs with cameras while winning a World Series, what should the punishment be?

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The Bucs Giving Mood & The Schedule For The Lightning Is Picking Up

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

The Bucs are in a giving mood this holiday season with 25 turnovers in 10 games leading to a 3-7 record and are they starting to look towards 2020 as they are 5 games behind the Saints in the division with 6 to play. Plus Diana Nearhos joins us from St. Louis where the Lightning will play the defending Stanley Cup champions as they are taking less penalties leading to more wins recently and how special was it for Steven Stamkos to score his 400th goal at home.

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Is Hope Lost For The Bucs And What Has Happened To OJ Howard This Year?

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the Bucs 34-17 loss to the Saints at Raymond James Stadium and ask is hope lost for the season at 3-7. Jameis Winston hurts his ankle in the loss as he threw 4 more interceptions and has 18 on the season unless you ask Bruce Arians who has some new math for you. Plus what has happened to OJ Howard this season as the first interception was his fault and now you ask what remaining games the Bucs can win as the Falcons have now run 2 in a row.

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Rick and Tom On Bucs Chances Vs. Saints, What Punishment Astros Should Receive If Guilty & Did Lightning Find Their Game in Sweden

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:43:59 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones if the Bucs can make it 2 wins in a row with a win over New Orleans on Sunday, what punishment should the Astros receive if they are found guilty of stealing signs with a camera during the World Series winning season and did the Lightning find their game in Sweden.

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Will Bob Stoops Be The Next Coach at Florida State, Is Joe Burrow The Heisman Favorite, Who Will Be Gators Quarterback Next Year & Do The Gators Need To Root For Jimbo Fisher?

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud talks with Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker about the Florida State coaching search including if there was every any interest in Deion Sanders and why momentum might be picking up for Bob Stoops. Plus did Joe Burrow take the lead in the Heisman race with LSU's victory in Alabama, who will be the Gators quarterback next season, will Charlie Strong last past this season at USF and under what scenario do the Gators have to root for Jimbo Fisher. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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MAILBAG: Why Did Bucs Waive Vernon Hargreaves, Who Will Be Bucs Backup QB Next Year, Is Mike Evans Best Wide Receiver On Consistently Bad Teams & Will Charlie Strong Return To USF Next Year?

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:17:02 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about why the Buccaneers waived CB Vernon Hargreaves on Tuesday leaving 1 remaining draft pick from 2016 on the team, what the Bucs do moving forward in the secondary, if Jameis Winston is brought back next year who will the backup QB be, will Lavonte David be considered for post-season honors now that he plays ILB, is Mike Evans the best receiver to play on consistently bad teams, how did Kevin Cash finish 3rd in the Manager of the Year voting and will Charlie Strong be back next year at USF.

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Why The Bucs Are Looking To Bring Back Jameis Winston & Why Bruce Arians Wasted A Time Out On A Challenge He Didn't Have

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:27:38 GMT

Rick Stroud explains why Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians threw the challenge flag on Sunday when he was out of challenges, why Jameis Winston will probably be back next year as the Bucs QB, and some good news for as the Saints come to town this weekend. Plus recapping the weekend in college football as LSU beats Alabama, Florida State wins, Gators roll and USF struggles, the Lightning played well in Sweden and Rays GM Erik Neander wins Executive of the Year, can Kevin Cash take home Manager of the Year?

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Buccaneers Beat The Cardinals 30-27 As Jamel Dean Saves The Day

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 05:41:18 GMT

The Buccaneers returned home for the first time in 7 weeks and left victorious as they beat the Cardinals 30-27 as Jamel Dean's late interception allowed Jameis Winston to engineer a 92-yard drive that gave the Bucs their 3rd win of the season. Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina discuss Dean's redemption which comes 1 week after he allowed 3 touchdowns vs the Seahawks when he was pressed into starting for the first time.

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Can Bucs Get First Home Win Of The Year & Will Victor Hedman Play For Bolts In Sweden Today?

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview this weekend's Bucs-Cardinals game at Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs play for the first time in 49 days and with quarterback Jameis Winston coming off his best performance of the season but can he sustain it. Plus Diana Nearhos joins us from Sweden where Victor Hedman and the Lightning are set to finally play their 2 games overseas today and tomorrow but will Hedman be on the ice?

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Who Might Be Florida State's Next Coach, Can USF Upset Temple Tonight & LSU-Alabama Predictions

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker talk about where Florida State goes in their coaching search now that Willie Taggart has been fired, can Charlie Strong get a win tonight as USF hosts Temple, just how far behind Georgia, Alabama and LSU are the Florida Gators in their 2nd season under Dan Mullen, plus a look at the first College Football Playoff rankings and a prediction in the LSU-Alabama game, this year's game of the century. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Why Did Willie Taggart Fail At His Dream Job & Is Jameis Winston Heading Towards A Franchise Tag?

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 discuss why Willie Taggart failed at his dream job at Florida State and who might replace him, is Jameis Winston headed for at least a franchise tag next season with the Bucs, how many more games can USF win this year with Temple up next and should the Lightning be worried after an average start to the season.

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MAILBAG: Is Jameis Winston Maturing As A QB, Did Coaches Do Enough To Help Secondary & Who Replaces Willie Taggart at Florida State

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 05:04:37 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Jameis Winston's maturation as a quarterback, does Winston want to come back to Tampa Bay, did Burce Arians underestimate the turnaround with the Bucs, did the defensive coaches do enough to help Jamel Dean and the secondary, what will the Bucs do with their defensive line moving forward and do the players care about the fans. Plus who might replace Willie Taggart at Florida State.

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Bucs Lose in OT To Seattle As Jameis Winston Played Well & Florida State Fires Willie Taggart

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 05:21:57 GMT

The Buccaneers lose in overtime to the Seahawks 40-34 as Jameis Winston had one of his better games of the season but Russell Wilson carved up the Bucs defense throwing 5 TDs as Jamel Dean played in place of Carlton Davis who was hurt and he gave up 3 touchdowns. Head Coach Bruce Arians had a different tone in his postgame comments as they went toe-to-toe with one of the best teams in football. Plus Matt Baker updates us on Willie Taggart's firing at Florida State and what changed after Saturday's loss to Miami.

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Bucs-Seahawks Preview & What Is Health Status Of Victor Hedman As Lightning Prepare For Sweden

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview the Buccaneers game in Seattle this weekend as the players are angry and trying to get back to winning as they conclude their 6 week stretch of playing games away from Raymond James Stadium. Then Rick speaks with Lightning beat writer Diana Nearhos in New York as the Lightning prepare to play the Islanders before heading to Sweden as injurys are mounting to Victor Hedman, Erik Cernak and Pat Maroon.

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World's Largest Outdoor Party This Weekend And Are College Football Players Really Going To Make Money Off Their Likeness

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 04:02:43 GMT

Rick Stroud and Matt Baker celebrate the NCAA's decision to continue to support athletes and let them make money off their likeness, or did they? Plus Florida-Georgia is this weekend as a trip the SEC Championship game may be on the line, Miami takes on Florida State as USF has a bye. Plus what happened to Oklahoma and Notre Dame this past weekend and who is the best team in the country?

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Bucs Don't Trade OJ Howard At Deadline & Tom Jones On Jameis Winston, Chaim Bloom and Why Lightning Are Struggling This Year

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 04:18:41 GMT

The Buccaneers don't make any trades at the NFL's trade deadline despite their 2-5 record so OJ Howard and his 18 targets are still on the team. Tom Jones joins Rick to talk about Jameis Winston and his future in Tampa Bay, what Chaim Bloom's departure means for the Rays going forward, why the Lightning aren't starting as hot as they did last year, plus Tom drops some names as he attends a bow-tie ball this weekend.

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Bruce Arians Rips Officials For Sunday's Loss To Tennessee, Will OJ Howard Be Traded Today, Chaim Bloom Leaves Rays For Red Sox and Lightning Begin Long Road Trip

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 04:39:32 GMT

Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians ripped the officials for the quick whistle on a forced fumble by Devin White was blown dead instead of them getting a score on the play, plus he took the blame for some of the play calling. Rick Stroud breaks it down plus looking at who on the Bucs might be traded on today's trading deadline now that they are 2-5. Rays SVP of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom has left for the Red Sox which has to sting Rays fans, the Lightning have 12 points in the their first 10 games which is a playoff pace so why does it feel like they aren't playing well and could there be chaos in the College Football Playoff this season.

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Buccaneers Outplay Tennessee But 4 Turnovers Result In 27-23 Loss

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 05:10:56 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina are in Tennessee where the Buccaneers outplayed the Titans but 4 turnovers and the inability to get a crucial stop it the 4th quarter led to a 27-23 loss and a record of 2-5 ahead of this week's trade deadline. Head Coach Bruce Arians was adamant that the interceptions were not Jameis Winston's fault while Mike Evans had a huge day but wasn't targeted in the 4th quarter. Jason Pierre-Paul returned and got a sack on his first play but Carlton Davis struggled with penalties and giving up the game winning touchdown.

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Can Jameis Winston Shake Off His 6 Turnover Performance As The Bucs Travel To Tennessee

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:35:15 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina preview Sunday's Buccaneers-Titans game in Tennessee which feels like a must-win game for Tampa Bay as there is a big difference between 2-5 and 3-4 records. Tennessee is a run-first offense but that is the strength of the Bucs defense or will the Titans pass the ball against the Bucs secondary. As for the Bucs offense, can Jameis Winston rebound from a 6 turnover performance in London and play like he did against the Rams.

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Should Florida State Buy Out Willie Taggart, Does Florida's Season Come Down To Georgia & Is This USF's Last Chance At A Win

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 05:51:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker discuss whether Florida State should look to part ways with Head Coach Willie Taggart now or can they afford to wait, is Florida's season coming down to 1 game next weekend vs. Georgia, is this week Charlie Strong's last chance to get a win in 2019, a preview of some great national match-ups this weekend in the Big Ten and SEC, and why marching bands have become the target of some fans. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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JPP Practices For The First Time & Chris Torello On Bucs, Lightning, Florida State and USF

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 04:31:57 GMT

Jason Pierre-Paul was practicing with the Buccaneers for the first time since his auto accident in May and he could be a much needed boost to the pass rush. Rick Stroud chats with Spectrum Sports 360's Chris Torello about the Bucs struggles at 2-4 this season, reports that FSU boosters could be trying to buy out Willy Taggart, the Lightning's inconsisent start and Mike Francessa on the Yankees exit in the ALCS.

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MAILBAG: Is Bruce Arians Tenure Tied To Jameis Winston, Who Is Most Dissappointing Bucs Player This Year, Should Rays Trade Willy Adames or Wander Franco, and Will Florida State Buy Out Willy Taggart?

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 04:35:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Jameis Winston's future with the Buccaneers, who is to blame for his inconsistent season thus far, is Bruce Arians' future tied to Winston, how can they use OJ Howard more in the offense, who has been the biggest surprise and dissappointment for the Bucs so far, should the Rays trade either Willy Adames or Wander Franco since they both play shortstop, and what will it take for Florida State to buy out Willy Taggart.

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What Can Bucs Do After The Bye Week To Improve & Starting Pitching Dominating Baseball Playoffs

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is back from Europe as the Bucs are getting set to return from their bye week after a bad game in London in which James Winston accounted for 6 turnovers and the Bucs coaching staff’s confidence has been shaken. Rick tells you what the Bucs can do to improve moving forward, plus the Astros will face the Nationals in the World Series, the Lightning have been inconsistent so far this season and the Gators are playing well, Florida State and USF not so much.

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Lightning Give Up 3 Power Play Goals But Beat Bruins 4-3 In A Shootout & USF's Blake Barnett To Undergo Season Ending Surgery

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:50:04 GMT

The Lightning wrap up their 6-game road trip with a 4-3 shootout win in Boston in a game which they controlled play 5-on-5 but gave up 3 power play goals. The Bolts took 5 penalties for the second game in a row which is bothersome for this team that has so much talent but they do get 8 points out of 12 on the trip. USF loses redshirt senior QB Blake Barnett to season ending surgery which will end his career unless he applies for a medical redshirt, the Astros take a 3-1 series lead over the Yankees as dominant starting pitchers are controlling this postseason and the Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes leaves Thursday Night Football with a knee injury.

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Florida Still Has National Championship Aspirations and USF's Won 2 Straight But Schedule Gets More Difficult

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 04:25:25 GMT

Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to recap Florida's loss at LSU and despite that, everything they want this season is still within reach including the National Championship but their margin of error is less now. USF has won 2 in a row but they remaining schedule is difficult starting this weekend at Navy, Florida State travels to Wake Forest and will face one of the most exciting offenses in college football, and the Pac-12 may already be eliminated from the College Football Playoff in mid-October. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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What Moves Will Rays Look to Make Next Year & Should Kevin Cash Win AL Manager Of The Year

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 04:47:10 GMT

Marc Topkin joins us to break down the Rays 96-win season that resulted in a 5-game series loss to the Astros but with only 3 free agents on the team the future looks good. What moves might the Rays look to make in the offseason, will they try to resign any of their free agents like Travis d'Arnaud, Avisail Garcia or Eric Sogard, how will they handle the closer position next year, could the Rays move away from the 'opener' next year with a bunch of healthy starting pitchers and should Kevin Cash win the AL Manager of the Year.

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Can Jameis Winston Improve Or Is This The Best He'll Be?

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 04:28:47 GMT

Tom Jones fills in for Rick Stroud as we look back at what went wrong for the Bucs on Sunday in London and is this really as good as it gets for Jameis Winston in year 5, how good of a season did the Rays just complete and where does it rank among the Rays best teams, should the Lightning be worried with inconsistent play to start the season and can Florida still win the SEC with a loss at LSU.

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Jameis Winston Throws 5 INTs As Buccaneers Lose 37-26 To The Panthers In London

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 04:20:16 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina were in London to see Jameis Winston throw 5 interceptions to go with 1 fumble lost in what is probably the Bucs worst game of the season. On the good side Winston did throw some balls to his tight ends OJ Howard and Cameron Brate. The 37-26 loss to the Panthers also exposed the defense as the secondary had trouble all day long as jobs may be on the line. The Bucs now have a bye week to fix these issues before resuming their road swing to Tennessee and Seattle.

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Rays Season Ends As Glasnow Tipped Pitches And Gerrit Cole Was Dealing Once Again

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:19:21 GMT

Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow was tipping his pitches as the Astros get 4 runs in the first inning and cruise behind Gerrit Cole who went 8 innings, giving up 2 hits including a home run to Eric Sogard, as Houston wins 6-1 to advance to the ALCS. The Rays season is over after getting 96 wins in the regular season and 3 more in the postseason but they should have much of this team back from next season and the younger players getting playoff experience. The Lightning win in Toronto 7-3 as Brayden Point returns on a line with Stamkos and Kucherov that exploded and Rick Stroud is in London with a preview of the Bucs-Panthers game this Sunday.

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Rays Embracing Win-Or-Go-Home Game Tonight, Bucs Cut Bucannon & Previewing Florida-LSU

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 04:34:49 GMT

The Rays once again face a win-or-go-home game, their 4th in 8 days, as they've forced Game 5 back in Houston in the ALDS. Tyler Glasnow goes against Gerrit Cole who beat the Rays in Game 2 as Tampa Bay should enjoy this game tonight as they don't come around often. The Bucs cut Deone Bucannon and will get a compensatory pick in return and Jason Pierre-Paul has been cleared to practice after the Bucs bye week. Plus Matt Baker joins us to discuss Florida-LSU in Death Valley as the Gators will make their case for the College Football Playoff, plus Florida State at Clemson and USF hosts BYU. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Rays Force Winner-Take-All Game 5 on Thursday After Shutting Down The Astros Again

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 05:57:48 GMT

The Rays force Game 5 of the American League Division Series as they beat Justin Verlander and the Houston Astros 4-1 before another raucous crowd at Tropicana Field. Tommy Pham hit a home run in the 1st, part of a 3-run inning and the Rays would never trail. The defense shined as well as Ji-Man Choi made several good plays at 1st base, and the Rays nailed Jose Altuve at the plate on a perfect relay from Kevin Kiermaier to Willy Adames to Travis d'Arnaud in the 4th to keep the Astros off the board. The pitching kept Houston off balance tonight including using Blake Snell as the closer for the first time in his career.

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Rays Avoid Elimination As Kiermaier Blows The Roof Off The Trop & Bucs Lose 2 Offensive Lineman To Injury

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 04:21:38 GMT

Kevin Kiermaier's 3-run home run in the 2nd blew the roof off the Trop in front of over 32,000 Rays fans and Charlie Morton allows only 1 run as Tampa Bay beats the Zack Greinke and the Astros 10-3. The Rays would hit 4 home runs in all including ones by Brandon Lowe, Ji-Man Choi and Willy Adames to start the party in Tropicana Field. Tuesday will be Diego Castillo vs. Justin Verlander and the Rays will try to even the series. Plus the Bucs got bad news as Alex Cappa broke his arm in Sunday's game and will miss 4-6 weeks and Demar Dotson is out this weekend too so the right side of the offensive line will be different as they travel to London to face the Panthers. Plus Kyle Trask was great in Florida's win over Auburn on Saturday as LSU is up next for the Gators.

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Buccaneers Lose to Saints 31-24 In A Game That Featured A Tale of 2 Mikes

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

The Buccaneers lose 31-24 to the Saints in a game that wasn’t as close as the score indicated and failed to move into a tie for first place in the NFC South. Jameis Winston threw for only 207 yards while being sacked 6 times and wide receiver Mike Evan finished with no catches which Head Coach Bruce Arians said they didn’t do a good job to get him involved. Meanwhile Michael Thomas had 11 catches for 182 yards and a TD against the Bucs secondary which Bruce Arians called ‘soft’.

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First Place Is On The Line For Bucs On Sunday, Rays Begin ALDS in Houston and Previewing Florida-Auburn

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 04:23:48 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the Rays ALDS series vs. the Astros that begins Friday at 2pm as Tampa Bay looks to take down the best team in baseball, plus they look ahead to the Bucs-Saints game on Sunday which is for 1st place in the NFC South as Tampa Bay looks to win for the second year in a row at New Orleans. Then Matt Baker joins Rick to talk about college football and College Gameday coming to Gainesville for the Florida-Auburn game, plus just how toasty is Charlie Strong's seat at USF.

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Rays Advance To ALDS Behind 4 Home Runs And Great Pitching From Charlie Morton and the Bullpen Plus Dave Mishkin On The Start Of The Lightning Season

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 05:07:14 GMT

Charlie Morton, Diego Castillo, Nick Anderson and Emilio Pagan held the A's to 1 unearned run as the offense belted 4 home runs to beat the A's 5-1 in the American League Wild Card so they are off to Houston to start the Division Series on Friday. Yandy Diaz hit 2 homers, including a lead-off one, to lead the offensive charge. Plus Dave Mishkin joins us to discuss how the Lightning put last season behind them, how the new players will impact this team and what young players made the team.

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Andy Freed on AL Wild Card Matchup And The Keys For A Rays Rays Victory Over Oakland

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rays Radio Play By Play announcer Andy Freed joins Rick Stroud from San Francisco as the Rays are getting set to face the A's in a one-game Wild Card game tonight in Oakland. Charlie Morton will be on the mound facing Sean Manaya which presents an interesting matchup as Manaya is a crafty left-hander which can give the Rays some problems. Andy Freed tells us how the Rays got here, what Charlie Morton, Travis d'Arnaud, Emilio Pagan and Willy Adames have meant to the Rays this year as they reached 96 wins.

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Who Will Be On Rays Roster For Wild Card, Is Jameis Winston Playing His Best Football & How Safe Is Charlie Strong's Job?

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 04:20:30 GMT

Rick Stroud is back from LA where Bucs Quarterback Jameis Winston might be playing the best football of his career over the last 3 games as they will be playing for 1st place in the NFC South this week in New Orleans. The Rays are in Oakland preparing for their 1-game Wild Card game vs. the A's so how will the Rays construct their roster for the game, will Tyler Glasnow follow Charlie Morton on the mound and do you like a 1-game playoff? Plus the Lightning have set their roster for the opener on Thursday and how secure is Charlie Strong's job at USF?

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Bucs Win A Wild Game Over Rams As Jameis Winston Plays His Best Game & Rays Prepaing For Oakland In AL Wild Card After Clinching A Playoff Berth For The First Time In 6 Years

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 04:24:27 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina were in LA for the Buccaneers 55-40 win over the Rams as the Defense forced 4 turnovers including 3 Jared Goff INTs and a scoop and score by Ndamukong Suh, Jameis Winston threw for 385 yards and 4 TDs including 2 to Chris Godwin. The Bucs are now 2-2 on the season as they prepare to play the first place Saints in New Orleans this weekend. The Rays clinched a spot in the playoffs for the first time in 6 years as they are already in Oakland for Wednesday night's game in which Charlie Morton will get the start.

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Bucs Prepare For Rams, Carli Lloyd Trolls Bucs Kicker Matt Gay & Rays Magic Number Is 2 To Clinch Wild Card Berth

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:58:21 GMT

Rick Stroud discusses how Secret deodorant has trolled the Bucs and kicker Matt Gay with a pitch for Carli Lloyd to kick in the NFL, the Bucs continue to prepare for the Rams as they head out west today and Steve talks with Neil Solondz who's en route to Toronto where the Rays could clinch their first playoff berth in 6 years this weekend with 2 wins over the Blue Jays. Neil breaks down how the Rays bullpen has led the way in September, how good Austin Meadows and Charlie Morton have been and who has been the most surprising on the team this year.

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Rays Open Up 1.5 Game Lead For Playoffs, Bucs Restructure JPP's Contract & Are Gators Best With Trask At QB

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 04:05:48 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Rays sweep of the Yankees as Charlie Morton was dealing and with the Indians lose, Tampa Bay is now 1.5 games up on Cleveland for the final playoff spot with 3 games to go. The Bucs have re-structured Jason Pierre-Paul's contract to save over $4 million towards the salary cap and he can now become a free agent in 2020. Matt Baker joins us to discuss college football including if the Gators are better off with Kyle Trask at QB, will James Blackman be able to play on Saturday vs. NC State, can USF knock off SMU, and why do Power 5 schools still play FCS schools. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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MAILBAG: What's With Bruce Arians Game Management, How Good Is Bucs Defense & How Do Rays Compare To 2008 and 2010?

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions about Bruce Arians game management, what's to blame for the Buccaneers 2nd half collapse on Sunday, just how good is the Bucs defense, why can't they find a kicker, will Jameis Winston get a big contract after this season, would the Glazers ever do a full rebuild in Tampa Bay, how does this Rays team stack up with teams of the past, is Blake Snell becoming Scott Kazmir, will Joe Maddon be fired, could Florida State buy out Willy Taggart and will Feleipe Franks return to Florida next year.

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Arians Changes Story On Delay Of Game Penalty, Can Rays Win A Playoff Spot This Week, and Lightning Re-Sign Brayden Point

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 04:09:45 GMT

Rick Stroud, Eduardo Encina and Martin Fennelly discuss the revised reason Bruce Arians and the Buccaneers took a delay of game penalty before the missed field goal at the end of the Giants game, how will the Bucs navigate the next 5 games away from Raymond James Stadium, can the Rays grab a playoff spot in the final week of the season and the Lightning have re-signed Brayden Point to a 3-year deal so is everything right with the Bolts?

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Bucs Blow 18 Point Lead As The Curse Of Matt Bryant Lives On

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:09:01 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the Buccaneers 32-31 loss to the Giants, a game in which they led by 18 points at the half behind 3 touchdowns from Mike Evans. Daniel Jones won in his first start for the Giants, leading a game-winning touchdown drive in the final minutes. Matt Gay missed 2 extra points and the game-winning field goal, one which Bruce Arians said he took a delay of game penalty to move the ball back to make the kick easier. The Bucs are now 1-2 and will play the next 5 games away from Raymond James Stadium.

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Rick and Tom on Dick Vitale's, Tim Tebow's Comment On Paying Players, Bucs In 1st Place and Rays Season

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Tim Tebow's comments says he doesn't think college athletes should be paid and whether he can relate to others, an evening with Dick Vitale discussing his career, the Buccaneers in first place, a headline on one of Rick's stories cause a stir, the Rays still in the playoffs with 9 games left and how the season has gone, and the Lightning getting ready to start again after the playoff disaster last season.

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Bucs Preparing For Daniel Jones & How Florida Will Use QBs This Week Vs. Tennessee

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 04:02:34 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the changes the Bucs have to make in preparing for Daniel Jones to make his first start for the Giants on Sunday as he is more mobile than Eli Manning. Plus Matt Baker on how Florida will use their quarterbacks with Feleipe Franks hurt, what does Jim Leavitt being hired at Florida State means and was USF switching to Jordan McCloud the right call?

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Are The Buccaneers The Favorite In The NFC South, Is UCF A Top 10 Program & Will The Rays Make The Playoffs?

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Spectrum Sports 360's Chris Torello who says the Buccaneers are now the favorite to win the NFC South with Drew Brees injury, Cam Newton's health and Tampa Bay's momentum under new coach Bruce Arians. Plus Is UCF a Top 10 program, what Feleipe Franks injury means for Florida and new USF Quarterback Jordan McCloud and can the Rays hold off the Indians to make the Wild Card.

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Is There A Seismic Shift In NFC South With Drew Brees Injury & How Do The Lightning Get Past Last Season's Disappointment?

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 04:01:00 GMT

New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees is out for 6 weeks after thumb surgery and could this lead to a seismic shift in the NFC South as Cam Newton doesn't look healthy either. Can Jameis Winston and Buccaneers take advantage of this to move past them in the division, plus Diana Nearhos on the Lightning as they host their first preseason game tonight and just how they plan to move past last year and use it to drive them this season.

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Your First Place Buccaneers, Feleipe Franks Out For Season & USF Finds Their Quarterback

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

The Buccaneers are tied for first place in the NFC South after beating Carolina on Thursday behind a great defensive effort and despite an offense that isn't clicking yet. New Orleans lost on Sunday and maybe without quarterback Drew Brees for some time after he hurt his thumb and didn't return. The Gators lost QB Feleipe Franks for the season and then Kyle Trask led a comeback to win at Kentucky and USF's Jordan McCloud set records for a first time quarterback in a win over South Carolina State. The Rays remain in the 2nd wild card after taking 2 of 3 from the Angels.

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Bucs Win In Carolina As Defense Doesn't Allow A Touchdown And Jameis Winston Plays A Clean Game

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:02:41 GMT

Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina are in Charlotte recapping the Buccaneers 20-14 victory over Carolina on Thursday Night football in which Tampa Bay didn't allow a touchdown despite the Panthers being in Bucs territory 9 times. Shaq Barrett recorded 3 sacks in 1 quarter, Jameis Winston played a clean game without a turnover and led a 4th quarter drive that took over 6 minutes of clock to add to their lead as Bruce Arians get his first victory as Bucs coach.

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Can Jameis Winston Make Better Decisions Tonight In Carolina To Avoid An 0-2 Start?

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Bucs-Panthers primetime matchup tonight in Carolina as Jameis Winston will look to avoid turnovers on the road to avoid falling to 0-2 to start the season. Plus how will the Bucs defense stop Cam Newton and Christian McCaffrey. Then Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker looks at this weekend's college football matchups including if USF can get their first win, how much will Florida State improve and how Florida will do on the road at Kentucky. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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MAILBAG: Should Bruce Arians Be Blamed For Sunday’s Loss, Could Ryan Griffin Play This Year & Who Is Rays MVP?

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if Bruce Arian should whisper louder to Jameis Winston, is the Bucs offensive stuggles a result of the new system, any chance Bruce Arians takes back play calling, could Jameis Winston be benched at some point this season, what positives can you take from Game 1, who is the Rays MVP and what will motivate the Lightning to play like they did last year during the season.

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Bruce Arians Says Only 1 Interception Was Jameis Winston's Fault & How Will Rays Use Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians now says that only 1 of 3 interceptions that Jameis Winston threw on Sunday was his fault as they prepare for the Carolina Panthers on a short week. The Buccaneers also made some roster moves including cutting Caleb Benenoch after singing another offensive lineman and placing Justin Evans on Injured Reserve. Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Rays hot streak after taking 9 of 10 games on the homestand, how the Rays will work Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell back into the mix and just how special is Tommy Pham's 20/20 season.

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Buccaneers Lose 31-17 As Jameis Winston's Decision Making Led To Two 49ers Pick-Sixes

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

It wasn't a good open to the Bruce Arians era in Tampa Bay as the Bucs lose 31-17 to the 49ers as the offense scores just 1 touchdown, gives up two 'Pick Sixes', 4 turnovers and 2 touchdowns called back on penalties. Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina break down the tough loss which saw the defense play well including getting a Pick Six of their own from Vernon Hargreaves and saw running back Ronald Jones play well but once again the decision making of Jameis Winston is questioned as 2 interceptions were bad throws by him that shouldn't have been made.

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Derrick Brooks On Keys To Buccaneers Season, What Jameis Winston Needs To Do, and How He's Mentoring Devin White

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Hall of Fame Linebacker Derrick Brooks joined Rick Stroud to discuss the upcoming Buccaneers season including how players are impacted with a coaching change, what he's told QB Jameis Winston he needs to do this year, what the key is to the Buccaneers offense and how he is mentoring rookie LB Devin White as he is now the quarterback of the defense.

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How USF and Florida State Rebound, Miami and Florida In Action Plus LSU-Texas and Texas A&M-Clemson

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what Florida State and USF need to do in Week 2 to bounce back from disappointments in Week 1. Plus we get to see Florida and Miami play for the first time in 2 weeks, what to look for in the LSU-Texas game and Texas A&M at Clemson. Matt also looks back at how good Jalen Hurts was for Oklahoma, how bad was Tennessee's loss to Georgia State and did Hugh Freeze really coach Liberty from a hospital bed at the stadium. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Bruce Arians on Jameis Winston, Minority Coaches, Becoming The Quarterback Whisperer & Coaching Under Bear Byrant

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 04:36:35 GMT

Rick Stroud sat down with new Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians to discuss his background including how he became 'Bucco Bruce', how being raised in York, PA, shaped him, getting kicked off his high school team, how he ended up playing football at Virginia Tech, how he became the head coach at Temple and it almost killed him, to catching the eye of Paul 'Bear' Bryant, and then to his role as quarterback whisperer in the NFL and his thoughts on Bucs QB Jameis Winston. Plus the Rays split a doubleheader with the Orioles as they remain 1 game up in the AL Wild Card race.

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Rays Rolling After Sweep of Indians, Bucs Cut Roster To 53, and USF and Florida State Have Rough Starts To Season

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 04:15:04 GMT

The Rays win their 5th straight as they once again lead the AL Wild Card race over Cleveland and Oakland as the bats have come back to life including Tommy Pham delivering the game winner in the 10th inning on Monday. The Rays stand 23-games above .500 with 23 games to play as the rosters expand so they have more pitchers to matchup. The Bucs cut their roster to 53 over the weekend with a surprising cut in Noah Spence, plus a trade with Pittsburgh for offensive tackle Jerald Hawkins and they claim running back T.J. Logan to add to their backfield. In College Football both USF and Florida State disappoint in their openers as the Bulls lose 49-0 to Wisconsin and the Seminoles blow an 18-point lead to Boise State. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/

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Bucs Finish Preseason With A Win In Dallas & Rays Wins A Wild One In Houston

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 06:43:00 GMT

Rick Stroud is in Dallas where the Bucs wrapped up the preseason with a 17-15 win over Dallas as several guys made cases to make the team like Jack Cichy and others may have faltered like Scotty Miller. Matt Gay looks like he's won the kicking battle and Vincent Testaverde Jr. played well as his dad watched 30 years after playing for the Bucs himself. The Rays win a wild game in Houston where they kept giving runs back to the Astros and Colin Poche even walked 5 batters in 1 inning. Plus College Football has started and the Florida State-Boise State game has moved to Tallahassee on Saturday because of Hurricane Dorian.

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College Football's Week 1 Is Here with USF-Wisconsin and Florida State-Boise State

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker break down Week 1 of the college football season including USF-Wisconsin, Florida State vs. Boise State, and Auburn vs. Oregon. They also look back at the Florida-Miami game from last weekend and pick the conference winners of the Power 5 schools. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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JPP Makes Appearance At Practice, Bucs Continue Prep For 4th Preseason Game & Charlie Morton's Homecoming Spoiled

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud updates you on Jason Pierre-Paul who made an appearance at Bucs practice on Monday without a neck brace on. He didn't speak to the media but there are reports he can begin his rehab. Plus Rick and Eduardo Encina break down Thursday night's 4th preseason game at Dallas as they prepare to make roster cuts on Saturday. Also the Rays get clobbered in Houston 15-1 as Charlie Morton's homecoming didn't go as planned after giving up 6 runs in 4 innings, plus Rays minor leaguer Blake Bivens learns his wife, child and mother-in-law were killed in Virginia and his brother-in-law is in custody.

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MAILBAG: Vince Naimoli's Legacy In Tampa Bay, Will Bucs Trade For Offensive Line Help & Was Officiating Bad In Gators-Miami Game

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 04:07:33 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including Vince Naimoli's legacy as the Rays founder, was he a better owner than Stu Sternberg, if the Rays had gotten the franchise 5 years earlier would there still be attendance problems, will the Bucs look to trade for Offensive Line help, will the Bucs regret taking 3 defensive backs in rounds 2-4 of the draft, will the XFL work in Tampa Bay, could Andrew Luck play for another team in the future, was the officiating in the Florida-Miami game bad and will Jon Cooper be fired if the Lightning fail in the playoffs again. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/

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Bucs Offense Struggles, Andrew Luck Retires, Gators Win Sloppy Game, Rays Split With Orioles and Lightning Sign Maroon

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 04:15:33 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Bucs 3rd preseason game for the Buccaneers as the offense struggles with Jameis Winston sacked 5 times, Bucs allow 7 overall and they lose QB Blaine Gabbert to injury meaning Ryan Griffin will be the #2 quarterback when the season opens and Vincent Testaverde is signed to play this Thursday in Dallas. Colts quarterback Andrew Luck retires from football at age 29 and shocks the NFL, you'll hear from Bucs QB coach Clyde Christensen on Luck and the loss this is for football. The Florida Gators win a game they probably should have lost to Miami in a sloppy game where both offensive lines struggled, the Rays lose 2 in a row to split their 4-game series with Baltimore and now have Houston up next, and the Lightning sign Pat Maroon from the Blues to add a player with some size and a Stanley Cup ring.

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Dress Rehearsal For The Bucs In 3rd Preseason Game And The Browns For Real?

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 04:12:08 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the Buccaneers 3rd preseason game with Eduardo Encina as the Browns come to Raymond James Stadium with a lot of hype for the team with the longest playoff drought but a lot of new faces. Mike Evans will not play after injuring himself at practice this week, so how much time will the starters get as they look to stay healthy heading into the regular season. Could the Bucs carry 3 quarterbacks this year including Ryan Griffin who has yet to play a snap in the NFL and can Tanner Hudson make this team?

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Mike Evans Is Hurt And Will Miss Friday's Game, Rays Walk-Off For 3rd Time In 5 Games & Florida-Miami Preview

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down what Mike Evans injury means for the Bucs as he's out for Friday's game against Cleveland, Ronald Jones is will play Friday, the Rays avoid being swept at home by Seattle with another walk-off win, this one on a wild pitch, meanwhile they get some good news on Yonny Chirinos and Tyler Glasnow's injuries but Brandon Lowe left his rehab game and is coming back to St. Pete to be evaluated. Plus we have Matt Baker on this weekend's Florida-Miami matchup, the AP Top 25, what to expect from USF this year and more as college football is back, and the XFL announces the Vipers are the team in Tampa Bay. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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MAILBAG: Could Bruce Arians Leave After 1 Season, Who Is Playing Their Way On And Off The Bucs & Can The Rays Compete With Division Winners In Playoffs

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 04:12:52 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if Jameis Winston struggles could Bruce Arians leave after 1 season, if the 'NFL is a business' why are jobs given and kept based on relationships, who is playing their way onto the Bucs roster and who is playing their way out, how many of their draft picks will make the team, how will the Bucs do during their 7 week stretch away from Raymond James Stadium, if the Rays make the playoffs can they compete against the Yankees or Astros in the Division Series, is baseball becoming 'unwatchable' and does it feel like there is more excitement this year about USF football?

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Two Weapons Didn't Practice For Bucs & Neil Solondz On The Rays Hunt For The Playoffs With 6 Weeks To Play

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud was at The AdventHealth Training Center on Monday where Mike Evans and Ronald Jones didn't practice with injuries and they may not play on Friday night vs. Cleveland. The Bucs did get WR Scotty Miller back who coach Bruce Arians says needs to impress in the next 2 preseason games. Plus Rays Radio Pre/Post game host Neil Solondz on the Rays playoff push, who might be coming to help the team down the stretch and how good as Willy Adames been lately in the field. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/

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Jason Licht's Surprising Extension as Bucs GM, Matt Gay Goes From Waiter To Kicker & Rays Walk-Off Twice To Take Series From Tigers

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 04:36:11 GMT

Rick Stroud broke the news early Saturday morning that the Buccaneers quietly gave General Manager Jason Licht a 4-year extension with a 5th-year option back in January despite going 27-53 in his 5 seasons but it turns out that was what Bruce Arians wanted. Plus Matt Gay goes from washed out soccer player and waiter to kicking footballs in college and now the NFL and the Rays perhaps should have been swept by the last place Tigers but they manage to walk-off on Saturday and Sunday to take 2 of 3 and remain in the 2nd Wild Card position.

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Which Players Need To Impress For The Buccaneers Tonight and Tom Jones On The Hot Rays and Bucs

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

The Buccaneers are taking on the Dolphins in their 2nd preseason game tonight so who needs to impress on the field to make the team as Coach Bruce Arians has already said he could cut the roster to 60 right now meaning there aren't many spots up for grabs. Plus Tom Jones joins us to talk about his predictions the Rays would be a .500 team as they sit 20 games over right now, plus his thoughts on the Bucs after 1 preseason game and College Gameday is coming to Disney World but no signs or flags allowed.

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Warren Sapp Says Gerald McCoy Was Wrong About His Number, Rays Lose Another Player To Injury & Lightning Trade Adam Erne

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud spoke to Warren Sapp about Gerald McCoy's stance about the Bucs giving out his #93 the year after they cut him as Sapp says his number shouldn't be off limits as he didn't win anything in Tampa Bay. The Rays lose the final game of their road trip to the Padres but overall go 5-1 but they lost OF Avasail Garcia to an oblique strain which makes him the 23rd Rays player to go on the Injured List this season. The Lightning have traded Restricted Free Agent Adam Erne to the Red Wings for a 4th round draft pick as that frees up some salary cap space and creates an opening for a young player to make the team. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick Now Mentoring Josh Rosen, Ronde Barber On Upcoming Ring of Honor Induction and Marc Topkin On The Red-Hot Rays

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud was at the Advent Health Center where Ryan Fitzpatrick returned as part of joint practices with the Miami Dolphins and he discuss why the Bucs didn't want Fitzpatrick to back up Jameis Winston this year and what Dolphins QB Josh Rosen says about his mentor now playing in Miami, Ronde Barber spoke about his upcoming induction into the Bucs Ring of Honor this year as he talked about some of his memories and that tremendous game he had in Philadelphia in the NFC Championship Game, plus Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin from San Diego where the Rays are now 20 games over .500 despite all of the injuries and obstacles this season and what their chances are to make the playoffs for the first time since 2013.

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MAILBAG: Should Bucs Depth Concern You, How Good Is Matt Gay, Will Rays Make A Splash In Free Agency Next Year & Do Gators Have Enough DBs This Year

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions including if the Bucs lack of depth should concern fans, how does Bruce Arians no-nonsense style impacts the team, how good is rookie place kicker Matt Gay, how many wins does Jameis Winston need this year to remain a Buccaneer, does Tom Jones know anything about baseball, will the Rays make a splash move in free agency this off-season, should the Rays bring back Ben Zobrist for leadership, is Willy Taggart's job in jeopardy at Florida State, what to make of the Florida Gators defense backfield losses and is there any chance it isn't Alabama and Clemson in the National Championship. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/

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The Bucs 'Perfect Drive', Deja Vea All Over Again & Rays Yarbrough Pulled After 8.2 Shutout Innings In 1-0 Win In Seattle

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 04:04:29 GMT

Rick Stroud breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly from the Buccaneers first preseason game in Pittsburgh including what head coach Bruce Arians called the 'perfect drive' to open the game for Jameis Winston and the offense. The defense looked good to start but had some penalty issues late, Matt Gay looked good kicking a 55-yard field goal and some rookies did well to impress. We learned Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea may miss up to a month of the regular season after hurting his knee in practice last week meaning he'll miss time for the 2nd straight season. The Rays sweep Seattle but not without some questions including why manager Kevin Cash pulled Ryan Yarbrough with 2 outs in the 9th inning of the shutout win on Sunday.

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Previewing the Buccaneers First Preseason Game Under Coach Bruce Arians

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Tampa Bay Times Buccaneers Beat Writers Rick Stroud and Eduardo Encina discuss the Bucs first preseason game under new Head Coach Bruce Arians as they're in Pittsburgh to face the Steelers. They break down who isn't on the trip, who needs to impress, and how long will the starters play.

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Vita Vea Is Out As Bucs Awaiting Swelling In His Knee To Subside, Rays Lose Series to Blue Jays and Joey Knight On USF's Changes For This Season

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT

Rick Stroud provides and update on Bucs Defensive Tackle Vita Vea who left Tuesday's practice after hurting his knee. He is out until the swelling goes down so they can do another MRI. Vea isn't the only Bucs not travelling to Pittsburgh to face the Steelers as the Bucs will have their final walk through today. The Rays lose 2 out of 3 to the Blue Jays as the offense with runners in scoring position disappeared and Bulls Beat Writer Joey Knight joins us to discuss the changes that USF underwent this year and what would be a successful season this year. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.

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What To Watch For In Buccaneers First Preseason Game Under Bruce Arians & Did Rays Do Enough at Trade Deadline

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 04:18:50 GMT

Rick Stroud is joined by Spectrum Sports 360's Chris Torello to discuss what they are looking for in the Buccaneers first preseason game under Coach Bruce Arians, did the Rays do enough at the trade deadline to remain a playoff contender and how are their prospects doing, plus they break down the Lightning's newest acquisition, Bolt.

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Lavonte David Has Knee Surgery, Dare Ogunbowale On Training Camp, Rays Win Streak Snapped, Yonny Chirinos To Miss A Month, and Lightning Sign Kevin Shattenkirk

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 04:41:38 GMT

Bucs Linebacker Lavonte David will miss the preseason after having knee surgery and hopes to return for the regular season so what does that mean for the Bucs defense who is already without Jason Pierre-Paul to start the season, plus Rick Stroud sat down with running back Dare Ogunbowale to discuss how training camp is going and what changes he's made this year. The Rays 6-game winning streak was snapped on Monday as they were shutout by the Blue Jays and they place Yonny Chirinos on the Injured List meaning another starting pitcher on the shelf. The Lightning sign defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk to a 1-year deal and more thoughts on Don Banks who passed away on Sunday. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/

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