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Nick wraps up this great show! He talks about why he missed the last 2 shows, while also talking about the Lightning & the playoff scenario they face heading into game 82 of the season. Nick believes the NHL needs to go back to its old 1 vs. 8 format. What are your thoughts?
Nick starts off by breaking the Iowa Hawkeyes are charged with tampering violations during the 2023 season. Then he asks a very important question: Did this weekend change your stance on the Rays? Nick still thinks they will flirt around .500 while Producer Tim is slightly more optimistic & hopeful for the Rays.
Nick recaps the potential trade up or trade back scenarios for the Bucs & also talks about MLB.com's power rankings & how they not only dropped the Rays down 2 spots (from 24 to 26) but made absolutely no effort to talk about the on the field product. Listen to Nick's reaction!
Nick talks about a couple scenarios the Buccaneers could find themselves in on Draft night. If presented the ability to trade up or trade back in the draft (w/ the Commanders or Steelers, respectively) should the Bucs leap at this chance?
Nick talks about the NFL Draft & the Buccaneers potential Draft Pick at #15. Will is be Kenyon Sadiq, Jermod McCoy, or Keldric Faulk?? Nick gives his insight on all 3 players.
Rays Team Reporter Ryan Bass joins the show to talk some Rays baseball. Filling us in on how the team is feeling after sweeping the Yankees, Taylor Walls' value to the team, & Rays vs White Sox (not as easy as it sounds).
Nick talks about the Masters & how Rory was pretty clean & didnt allow Scottie to challenge him to force a playoff. Nick also talks Rays baseball interacting with Masters Sunday
Nick is BACK! He is all good & discusses the Rays sweep over the Yankees, Aaron Boone's Trop Comments, the NHL Playoff format, & Producer Tim's $10 bet w/ Chris Mathis that the Red Sox would finish last in the East.
A hectic show with Aaron taking a beating, Team Tampa Bay Draft, a bad statue, and Conor Geekie joins the program !
Tampa Bay Lightning Forward Conor Geekie joins the show to talk about the race for the Stanley Cup
Aaron Jacobson is done getting picked on, and he is stepping up to the plate to challenge everyone!
The Bolts were supposed to be the topic, but instead it is the roast of Aaron Jacobson!
Pat and Aaron are reacting all sorts of ways to Sam's Statements
Bolts with a huge win, the Royals have a HOFer, the Astros pitching is horrendous and the Big Fundamental!
The Rays have the chance to go to Chicago and pick up some big early wins, but they need to stay hungry
The Bolts had a huge win, the Mariners did Ichiro dirty, and a Team Tampa Bay draft!
Who would be apart of your dream golf foursome, Pat, Aaron and Sam give their go to picks!
Ichiro was honored in Seattle and it went all the way south when the statue was unveiled!
Bolts pick up a big win, and Pat is dressed fancy for a big time court appearance.
TKras and Chris Mathis are back breaking down everything from a packed weekend in sports in their signature “Good, Bad & Ugly” segment. From the latest on the Tampa Bay Rays to reactions around the NFL Draft buzz and what's unfolding at The Masters, nothing is off the table. They debate what stood out, what fell flat, and what had them fired up across the sports world. It's candid, fast-paced, and unfiltered talk on all the biggest stories you need to know—on The Drive with TKras.
TKras is joined by fan favorite and former Rays standout Brett Phillips, now working with the Tampa Bay Rays, to break down a huge weekend at Tropicana Field. Phillips shares his perspective on the Rays' impressive sweep of the New York Yankees and what it says about the team's identity moving forward. They also dive into the emergence of rising star Chandler Simpson and the energy he's bringing to the lineup. From clubhouse insight to on-field momentum, Phillips gives a unique look at what's fueling the Rays right now—and why this team might just be getting started.
TKras is joined by former NHL defenseman and ex-Lightning blue liner Braydon Coburn, now an analyst covering the Tampa Bay Lightning, to break down where the team stands heading into the playoffs. Coburn shares insight on the Bolts' recent form, what needs to click for a deep run, and how this roster stacks up in a competitive field. They also discuss the latest on Victor Hedman and his importance to the team's postseason hopes. With experience on championship-caliber squads, Coburn gives his perspective on how far this Lightning team can realistically go—and what it'll take to get there.
TKras turns to a serious and tragic story involving Rueben Bain, a standout Miami defensive end and projected first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Bain was cited for careless driving following a 2024 crash in Florida that resulted in the death of a passenger months later. The incident occurred shortly after his freshman season, when Bain was driving on Interstate 95 in the early morning hours with teammates Wesley Bissainthe and Nyjalik Kelly in the vehicle. According to reports, the car struck another vehicle before hitting concrete barriers on both sides of the highway. A fourth passenger, Destiny Betts, was critically injured in the crash, remaining in a coma for three months before passing away in June 2024. TKras breaks down the details of the case and discusses the broader implications surrounding the situation.
Rock fills in for Nick & has a full show for you! Rock talks about the Rays sweeping the Yankees from over the weekend. He also asks a very important question...Why all this hate for Rory McIlroy after his 2nd of a back to back win at the Masters? Rock hosts Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson to talk about the Lightning as they head for the playoffs & their chances at a 4th Stanley Cup in franchise history. You wont wanna miss it
TKras kicks off the show with some heat, breaking down his ongoing distaste for the New York Yankees after the Tampa Bay Rays completed a statement sweep over the weekend. He dives into what this series win means right now—and why it might matter more than people think. Plus, looking ahead, TKras asks the big question: what exactly are the 2026 Tampa Bay Rays going to be? Contenders, rebuilders, or something in between? Tune in for sharp takes, strong opinions, and plenty of Rays talk on *The Drive with TKras
Rock takes a call on some Tampa Bay history while also wrapping up his talking point on how strong Drew Rasmussen was this weekend vs the Yankees. Is Drew be the #1 pitcher on the team? The Yankees think so, & more from this show today
Rock talks about the big professional sports & the minor league counter-parts; like the spring football leagues. Will those leagues ever be successful? & What is successful to leagues like that? Also Rock takes some callers on earlier topics
Rock talks about Tiger Woods & how embarrassed he feels. He should never try to make a comeback to the PGA & ruin his legacy. Rock & Tim also discuss spring football leagues.
Rock takes calls & asks why does Rory get so much hate? He is a great golfer & accomplished a rare achievement. What is your take on the back to back Masters Champion?
Rock talks about a video he posted of Kevin Cash hitting ground balls to the infielders, practicing fundamentals. He also talks about how close this team is, with a story of them going to dinner with one another
Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson joins Rock to discuss playoff hockey for the Lightning. They talk about Victor Hedman potentially coming back, the matchup seeding, & who they should want to face in the opening round. Can this team make a run?
Rock comes back & talks a little about Rory going back to back & he wants football back even after just barley 2 months without it
Rock is back for Nick & he discusses some great manager characters thru the years & some of the wild stories of the blow ups on the field. Rock also discusses how elite Drew Rasmussen was vs the Yankees this weekend.
The Rays had a huge weekend, the Bolts have a huge week ahead, what could the Bucs do in the draft with a possible prospect, and tons of top headlines!
The Bolts are charging for Lord Stanley, complaining while playing video games, and Moral Compass
A very top NFL Draft prospect had some scary news come out, would the Bucs have a chance to take him at 15?
The Yankees are getting cleaned out of town as the Rays are sweeping away!
Are the Rays actual contenders or are they pretenders?
The Rays have a massive sweep, the Yankees 2B doesn't know the rules, and a Masters recap!
Rory has the Green Jacket once again and it was very close even though it shouldn't have been!
The Bolts are right in the playoff hunt, the Jets continue to surprise everyone, and big time attendance at the Trop!
How can you not know the rules as an MLB second baseman, well Jazz may not know them!
The Rays had a massive weekend, and other notable things!
Sam Cohen covers the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports, including the Rays' stadium discussions, the Lightning's matchup with the Bruins, and a full rundown of the local sports scene. Plus, conversations, reactions, and more across the sports world.
Sam Cohen closes the show with a final breakdown of the latest in Tampa Bay sports, hitting on the biggest stories and takeaways from around the local teams.
Sam Cohen and the crew talk about the sporting events they'd love to experience in person, from iconic games to bucket-list moments across the sports world.
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