Sports Day Tampa Bay

The Bucs rookies report to Training Camp on Monday followed by the veterans on Wednesday as football is back at One Buc Place. Jameis Winston's suspension is the biggest story of training camp and how snaps will be divided between the quarterbacks but there are battles to watch at running back, wide receiver, defensive line and the secondary. Mike Evans chimed in on President Trump's tweet about the NFL National Anthem policy and donated $11,000 to a family in need, plus the Rays get a walk-off pinch-hit grand slam from Daniel Robertson which is a first in franchise history as they salvage the final game of the series, and Tiger Woods held the solo lead on the back nine of a major but couldn't hold it as Francesco Molinari wins the British Open. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What will Jameis Winston say to his teammates as Training Camp gets set to open next week for the Bucs, what other story lines are big for the Bucs, how will the Rays fare without Wilson Ramos who has been placed on the DL and is expected to miss a minimum of a few weeks, where does Tropicana Field rate with players and a movie recommendation from Tom Jones who joins us today for Sports Day Tampa Bay. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Besides Jameis Winston what is the biggest story line for the Bucs entering training camp, how would you describe the Rays season is one word, is the Lightning deal for Erik Karlsson dead and who will win the British Open? We answer these questions and more on our weekly mailbag episode of Sports Day Tampa Bay. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Florida State Head Coach Jimbo Fisher was front and center at SEC Media Days and he spoke about giving up on Florida State last season while looking elsewhere for a job and on Jameis Winston saying is a 'tremendous guy'. Plus Blake Snell might be the 3rd pitcher into tonight's All-Star Game, Diamondbacks pitcher Zack Greinke says the Rays Opener is a 'sideshow' claiming it will hurt players getting paid, Bryce Harper wins the Home Run Derby in Washington and NFL teams collected $255 million from the NFL in shared revenue before they've sold 1 ticket. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Head Coach Dan Mullen says the Gators have lost their foundation, Tampa Bay Times Matt Baker talks about Jimbo Fisher's expectations of a Championship at Texas A&M, Rays Blake Snell makes his All-Star debut with a memorable first pitch, MLB Commissioner likes the Rays new stadium plans and their was controversy at Monday's Home Run Derby won by the Nationals Bryce Harper. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays lose 3 of 4 to the Twins before the All-Star break leading to a disappointing finish to a surprising first half of the season. The Rays are 2 games above .500 but All-Star Wilson Ramos got hurt and will miss some time. Plus is Jameis Winston's trainer wearing an NFLPA issued shirt saying "Jameis Against the World" just a motivational tool or is there a hidden message coming from Winston, France wins the World Cup, some incredible matches at Wimbeldon, and the World Series of Poker was captivating. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Jones joins the show to discuss the Rays surprising first half of the season, what the chances are the Rays new stadium becomes a reality and what to expect from the Bucs this year as training camp is 2 weeks away. Show Partner this month is Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our mailbag including will the Rays new stadium become a reality, is Randy Moss a good mentor for Jameis Winston, why the Bucs have restricted some access to training camp, are the Lightning a lock for the Stanley Cup if they trade for Erik Karlsson and who will win the World Cup. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the Bucs use Jameis Winston's suspension to create an us against the world mentality to help them win games,the Rays win a wild game in 10 innings over the Tigers 10-9, and what to expect from Rays stadium announcement on Tuesday. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays unveil their plans for a new stadium in Ybor City and it's spectacular but comes with a big price tag near $900 million without a retractable roof. Plus the Rays win again to go 3 games over .500 for the first time this year, the Lightning re-sign Nikita Kucherov to the biggest deal in team history and the NFLPA files a grievance over the National Anthem policy. Show Partner this month: Continental Wholesale Diamonds http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blake Snell was snubbed from the MLB All-Star Game despite leading the AL in ERA at 2.09 and a record of 12-4. Wilson Ramos and Manager Kevin Cash will be representing the Rays in Washington next week. Plus is there a dark cloud over the Bucs this season and will you be disappointed if the Lightning don't get Erik Karlsson in a trade. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you; and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rick Stroud returns from vacation to discuss the reaction to Jameis Winston being suspended 3 games by the NFL, the Rays crazy home stand and who they might trade by the end of the month, and the rumors that the Lightning have traded for Erik Karlsson from the Ottawa Senators. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com. Shop Continental Wholesale Diamonds and let Andy, the owner, know that Rick sent you; and you can get a FREE Cruise with a minimum purchase of $2,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays lose to the Marlins 3-0 but that may have been a hangover from Tuesday night's 16 inning win that saw the Rays get 2 hits from one relief pitcher, Jesus Sucre pitch, Mallex Smith benched and so much more. Plus Rick Stroud sat down with Booger McFarland for part 2 of his chat to discuss USF, the Bucs and more, and the Rowdies have a record setting night on Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RIck Stroud sits down with former Buccaneer Anthony 'Booger' McFarland as they discuss his start in broadcasting 6 years ago to now being on Monday Night Football, growing up in Louisiana and when he realized football could be a career, the influences Warren Sapp and Tony Dungy had on him and missing out on playing in Tampa's Super Bowl because he was hurt. Plus the Rays lose in extra innings to the Marlins and the Lightning re-sign Slater Koekkoek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays are above .500 again after winning 8 of their last 9 games over the Yankees, Nationals, and Astros and only allowing more than 2 runs once in that span. Tom Jones joins the show to discuss the Rays, why the Bucs should cut Jameis Winston now, the Lightning re-sign Ryan McDonagh but miss out on UFA John Tavares, Lebron James signs with the Lakers and many big names are out of the World Cup. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jameis Winston has been suspended 3 games by the NFL for violating the player conduct policy. In their statement the NFL says Winston touched the female Uber driver "in an inappropriate and sexual manner without her consent". Rick Stroud breaks down the punishment, how it was negotiated, is it long enough, and what the Bucs might do going forward. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays welcome the Astros to Tropicana Field on Wednesday riding a 5-game winning streak against teams above .500, the Lightning were in LA to meet with free agent to be John Tavares, defending champion Germany is out of the World Cup and part 3 of our interview with Rays play-by-play man Andy Freed talking about 1970s baseball, the current Rays, power arms in baseball and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rays win a wild 1-0 game that included a pitcher playing first base, benches clearing, a no-hitter through 5+ innings and more, Marty St. Louis get his call to the Hockey Hall of Fame, USF hires a VP of Athletics with local ties and plenty of experience, the Bucs reduce access for training camp practices and part 2 of our interview with Rays play-by-play guy Andy Freed as he discusses meeting Dave Wills, how he almost got the Angels job a few years earlier and the Rays 2008 season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays thump the Nationals 11-0 on Monday behind 7 shutout innings from Blake Snell, a Kevin Kiermaier Grand Slam and Wilson Ramos' 2 home runs, Lightning make qualifying offers to 4 players, USF AD search nearing a conclusion, no news on Jameis Winston's possible suspension, and part 1 of Rick Stroud's chat with Rays play-by-play guy Andy Freed about how he fell in love with baseball at age 8 and knew from that point on he wanted to call baseball games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Jones joins us to talk about Bucs Jameis Winston's reported 3-game suspension from the NFL as info from another witness has come out saying Winston was in the Uber by himself and was unruly that evening, the Rays sweep the best team in baseball including a walk-off 12th inning home run by Jake Bauers, the Lightning are 1 of 5 teams talking to free agent to be John Tavares about his future, and USF could name a new AD this week, Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bucs Jameis Winston will be suspended by the NFL for 3 games according to reports and that number could go up if he doesn't meet certain criteria. Rick Stroud has the latest including that this is not a suspension for a failure to report the incident, he does not expect Winston to appeal this suspension, what do the Bucs do going forward to start the season, Tom Jones column about getting rid of Winston, and more. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who might the Rays trade next, when will we know if Jameis Winston will be suspended, why hasn't Desean Jackson been more productive for the Bucs and will the Lightning make any big moves this offseason. Rick Stroud answers these questions and more on our mailbag episode of Sports Day Tampa Bay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Jones joins Rick Stroud to discuss Kevin Kiermaier's return to the Rays, Victor Hedman should win the Norris Trophy for best defenseman, Bucs expectations for this year after mini-camp and Barry Trotz's next coaching job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays Blow a 4-0 lead in Houston and lose on a walk-off to the Astros to open their 3-game series. It's the 19th 1-run loss for the Rays this season as they continue to struggle in close games but reinforcements are on the way as Kevin Kiermaier will be activated on Tuesday night. Plus we heard from Bucs QB Jameis Winston last week about this season's expectations and more and Capitals coach Barry Trotz resigns leaving him as a free agent coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays lose 3 of 4 in New York as they can't figure out the Yankees pitching, the activated Adeiny Hechavarria on Sunday and moved Willy Adames to 2nd base for the day and Hechavarria was one of the stars in Sunday's win. Plus golf is outraged at Phil Mickelson at the US Open as he takes a 2-stroke penalty to avoid having his ball roll down the hill, the Bucs OJ Howard could be ready for a breakout season and some upsets at the World Cup. Today's episode is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bucs wrapped up mini-camp as Gerald McCoy sounded off on the Bucs getting help for him, coach Buckner yelling at him and advice for the young guys who now have 5 weeks off before training camp. Plus the Rays lose another 1-run game and once again they run themselves out of opportunities to score, the US Open is a struggle to find birdies, Kellen Winslow Jr. is in trouble with allegations of rape and kidnapping, and the World Cup has begun. Today's podcast is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bucs are having more fun at mini-camp this year and there is a reason why as Rick Stroud discusses on today's podcast. You'll hear from LB Lavonte David about this year's team and how they bought into their own hype last year, plus the Rays sweep the Blue Jays after a 1-0 win on Wednesday that featured a Matt Duffy walkoff single, the World Cup begins today and the US will host the event in 2026, the US Open gets underway today and the Lightning traded goalie Peter Budaj back to the Kings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Pierre-Paul has arrived at Bucs mini-camp after missing all 10 OTAs in his first season with the team and he discusses why he missed them, what he expects to get out of mini-camp and the upcoming season. Plus Rick Stroud gives his takes on the first day of mini-camp, the Rays win again over the Blue Jays using 6 pitchers in the victory and thoughts on a high school pitcher consoling his best friend after beating him for the state championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays have called up Willy Adames again and this time it might be for good as he and Jake Bauers have a big night in an 8-4 win over the Blue Jays. Tom Jones joins Rick Stroud to discuss the young Rays, Bucs mini-camp this week, and whether the Golden State Warriors would be treated the same way Alex Ovechkin is if they publicly celebrated winning the NBA title in the same manner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays lose again on Sunday and it was yet another base running blunder that costs them a shot at making a comeback, the Bucs begin mandatory mini-camp this week so the entire roster should be in attendance, the Warriors sweep the Cavs to win the NBA title, Alex Ovechkin is have a lot of fun with the Stanley Cup and Justify becomes the 13th Triple Crown winner in 150 years. Today's podcast is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Washington Capitals win their first Stanley Cup but what could've been for the Lightning who led the Caps 3-2 in their series. Plus the Rays lose their 7th in a row but Jake Bauers made his MLB debut, Bucs DL Coach Brentson Buckner gave Gerald McCoy an earful for jumping offsides at OTAs, ESPN's Booger McFarland gives his thoughts on Jameis Winston, and Terrell Owens won't show up for his Hall of Fame induction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays lose for the 6th straight time but they are finally calling up prized prospect Jake Bauers to make his major league debut. Plus Rick clarifies why he thinks Jameis Winston will be suspended and it has nothing to do with whether he is guilty or not and Booger McFarland gives his thoughts on steak and the National Anthem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our weekly mailbag including questions about a possible Jameis Winston suspension, is there doubt about Winston as a QB, do the Rays have a systematic problem with Tommy John surgerys now, what moves might the Lightning make to improve next year and Rick's thoughts on the President and the Philadelphia Eagles not getting together to celebrate their Super Bowl win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Jones joins Rick Stroud to discuss USF next AD search and why President Judy Genshaft must get this right, how the Rays season has gone thus far as they stand 2-games below .500, why Gerald McCoy doesn't get all the love he deserves, and Rick says goodbye to his friend, 49ers WR Dwight Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After climbing 2 game above .500 the Rays have now lost 4 in a row and are 2 games under. Blake Snell was dealing on Sunday, striking out the first 7 batters he faced but the bullpen gave up the lead in the 8th as they lose 2-1 to the Mariners and get swept there for the 3rd straight season. Also Chris Archer is questionable for his next start and Rays pitching coach Kyle Snyder stayed in a Seattle hospital with a 'personal medical issue.' Plus Rick Stroud talked exclusively with Bucs CB Vernon Hargreaves about his struggles during his first 2 years in the NFL and the instagram video showing him smoking something. Also USF AD Mark Harlan is leaving for Utah, who might replace him. Today's show is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It a mailbag show today as Rick Stroud answers your questions about Gerald McCoy as the leader of the Bucs, how the Bucs will do this season, are the Rays trying to win this year, will they get a new stadium in Hillsborough County, and what moves the Lightning should make this off-season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After starting 1-8 and 4-13 the Rays have surprised us by getting over .500 by game 55 so we talk to Rays beat writer Marc Topkin about how they have accomplished it with an unconventional pitching approach, injuries and trades. Plus 76ers President of Basketball Operations Bryan Colangelo might have used burner Twitter accounts to reveal confidential info about players and how prevalent this might be in sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays are once again back to .500 after a 1-0 win in Oakland in 13 innings on Memorial Day. Blake Snell is on the mound Tuesday to try to get them over .500 for the first time since the 1st game of the season, plus we hear from Bucs offensive line coach George Warhop on Donovan Smith, the offensive line and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bucs OTAs continue as we hear from new Center Ryan Jensen who is an interesting character, the Lightning let Associate Head Coach Rick Bowness go as he coached the defense and penalty kill which were weak spots this past season, and the Rays continue to play well despite a loss on Thursday but now they go to Seattle for a big series as they are chasing the Mariners in the Wild Card race. Today's podcast is presented by Continental Wholesale Diamonds at http://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rays offense explodes once again in an 8-3 win over the Orioles as this year's Rays team can actually hit and is fun to watch do so. Plus hear from Buccaneers wide receivers coach Skyler Fulton about the talented group they have this year as we remember the true meaning of today's Memorial Day. Today's show was brought to you by our friend Andy at Continental Wholesale Diamonds https://continentalwholesalediamonds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning cleaned out their lockers less than 24 hours after losing Game 7 to the Capitals. They reflected back on what happened to make their 3rd Eastern Conference Final in 4 years but not win the Stanley Cup. Plus the Rays beat Boston behind another great performance from Blake Snell and Bucs guard Ali Marpet on the new national anthem policy in the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning get shut out 4-0 to lose Game 7 to the Capitals and miss out on the Stanley Cup Final. The Bolts were the highest scoring team this year but failed to score in nearly the last 8 periods of this series. Also the Rays lose again to Boston but Chris Archer pitched well and the NFL has a new National Anthem protest policy that leaves Rick Stroud stratching his head. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game 7, need we say more. The Lightning face the Capitals tonight in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals with a berth in the Stanley Cup final on the line as we talk to Tom Jones about the matchup. Plus the Rays lose to Boston and they lose Jake Faria to an oblique strain but Willy Adames made his MLB debut and took Chris Sale yard, the Bucs OTAs continue and USF will play Florida 3 times in football in the seasons to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning miss an opportunity to close out the Capitals in Washington so there will be a Game 7 in Tampa on Wednesday night with a berth in the Stanley Cup Final on the line. Andrei Vasilevskiy was fantastic but the Lightning couldn't match the Capitals intensity and physicality as they get shut out 3-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning are in Washington trying to close out the Eastern Conference Final in 6 games so we talk to Tom Jones about the game and why Andrei Vasilevskiy and the defense is playing so well. Plus the Rays rattled off 6 wins in a row to get back to .500 before losing to Shohei Ohtani on Sunday and Bucs QB Jameis Winston got engaged. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrei Vasilevskiy steals Game 4 for the Tampa Bay Lightning as they even the Eastern Conference Final series at 2-2 and take back home-ice advantage. The Lightning go 21 minutes without a shot on net and still win on the road. Bucs offensive coordinator Todd Monken talks about how Jameis needs to not try so hard and just be himself and the Rays win their 4th in a row behind Chris Archer's best start of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did Coach John Cooper's line changes in Game 3 lead the Lightning to victory over Washington or did the team just play better? Rick Stroud breaks it down as Game 4 is tonight, plus Bucs Defensive Coordinator talks about how their defensive line has to be better and their defense will evolve this year with new additions, D-line coach Brentson Buckner has told Gerald McCoy he doesn't need to be Superman, he needs Super Friends, and the Rays sweep the Royals for the first time in Kansas City since 2009. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lightning get goals from their 4 all-stars Steven Stamkos, Nikita Kucherov, Victor Hedman and Brayden Point to lead them to a 4-2 victory over the Capitals in Game 3 to make this a series. Andrei Vasilevskiy was fantastic in net and the penalty kill was tremendous too. The Rays win again in Kansas City this time behind Anthony Banda who pitched 5 innings tonight in his Rays debut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Jones joins Rick Stroud to break down Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals as the Lightning looks to bounce back from a 2-0 series deficit in Washington, Evan Longoria says the Rays should leave town, the Rays win in Kansas City and the Supreme Court overturned a law that prevented sports betting in all states. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lightning are dominated once again by the Capitals in a 6-2 loss at Amalie Arena to fall behind 2-0 in the Eastern Conference Final. In contrast to the Boston series, the Lightning are being dominated in 5-on-5 play including giving up a goal on the opening shift on Sunday night. To make matters worse for Tampa Bay fans the Rays got pummeled 17-1 in Baltimore in losing their 6th out of 7 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.