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Bringing the excitement of Tampa Bay Rays baseball every week to your headphones with your hosts: Alex Murphy, Gibby, Evan Lynch and Bri Gonzalez! #RaysUp

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    Space City Split & The Chandler Simpson Option (RTR Ep. 223)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 66:23


    The Rays have continued their hot streak as of lately, having won nine of their last 13 games and now sitting above the .500 mark as they return back home to Tampa after a four-game road trip in Houston.Tampa Bay split their series in Houston...and also sent rookie OF Chandler Simpson down to Triple-A Durham. We talk about that and more on this latest episode of the podcast.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Give Those Fans a Contract (RTR Ep. 222)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 66:04


    Talk about some great catches out in the stands this past series against the Twins! We were lucky enough to speak with both home run catchers, Shea VanScoter and Matt Cedola, to discuss their experiences at the ballpark and time in the spotlight!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Cue The Violins (RTR Ep. 221)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 53:32


    We took a break from talking about the Rays this week to talk about the official (and unofficial) retirement of franchise legend Evan Longoria, who will sign a one-day contract in June to retire as a Ray. It's all about Longo on this episode of the pod.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    A Closer Look at the Rays' 2025 Home (RTR Ep. 220)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 58:29


    We're not even two months into the 2025 season and the Tampa Bay Rays have already played more than a quarter of their home games in this most unique of seasons.We brought on Taylor Jennings AKA Tampa Bay Tay (@TayVictoria8 on social media) to give her thoughts as a frequent visitor of Steinbrenner Field in their early going!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Is Steinbrenner a House of Horrors? (RTR Ep. 219)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 36:42


    We're six weeks into the 2025 MLB season and it does not seem like the Rays have figured out Steinbrenner Field at all. Now 9-14 at home, Tampa Bay continues to struggle at home, but there might be some positives along the way! We welcomed on our friend Ethan Penn AKA Running From The OPS on social media to talk about what's going well and what's not with this team.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Down On The Farm: Charleston RiverDogs (RTR Ep. 218)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 29:14


    We have a fun podcast episode for you today as we spoke with Rays prospects Jacob Kmatz, Connor Hujsak, Nathan Flewelling and Trevor Harrison about their 2025 seasons so far with Single-A Charleston and expectations for the rest of the summer and fall!A big thanks goes out to the Charleston RiverDogs for helping to set these interviews up last week!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    The Consistently Inconsistent Rays (RTR Ep. 217)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 36:02


    There's no other way to put it: the Tampa Bay Rays don't have an identity right now and it's contributed to a lack of performances in recent weeks, now 10-14 overall as injuries, especially in the outfield, have piled up.While reinforcements might be on the way soon, this current team needs to find themselves to re-establish a foundation for future success in 2025.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Home Cookin' in Tampa (RTR Ep. 216)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 55:03


    One of the longest, if not the longest homestand for the Rays this season is underway and coming off a series win against Atlanta, things are trending upward in Tampa. We discuss that and more on this latest episode of the pod!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    The Globe Life Field Curse (RTR Ep. 215)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 32:26


    Well, it looks like the Rays cannot stop losing in Arlington as a series sweep over the weekend makes it nine-straight losses against the Rangers at Globe Life Field. We talk about that and more on this latest episode of the podcast.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    Opening Week in Tampa w/ Neil Solondz (RTR Ep. 214)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 49:15


    The 2025 Tampa Bay Rays season has officially begun at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa and through the first week, the Rays are looking sharp. We talked with Rays Radio broadcaster Neil Solondz about his thoughts on the team so far and what it's been like calling home games outdoors in Tampa Bay.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off your order at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

    2025 Season Preview Podcast w/ Marc Topkin (RTR Ep. 213)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 63:54


    The 2025 season is just days away, so we had to deliver perhaps our biggest season preview podcast to date! Marc Topkin, Rays beat writer for the Tampa Bay Times, joined us for the first time to give his thoughts on the team and what to expect in Tampa over the next several months!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    The Stadium Saga Never Ends...Literally (RTR Ep. 212)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 48:00


    We just want this all to be over with, but it seems that the Rays and team ownership have other ideas in mind because this stupid stadium saga continues, so far without a true resolution.We spoke about that and more with WFLA Sports Anchor/Reporter Kenny Morales, now a return guest of the podcast!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    Tre' Morgan Joins the Podcast (RTR Ep. 211)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 49:22


    We're working our way through the Tampa Bay Rays system when it comes to prospects as in our latest episode of the podcast, we welcomed on top-5 organizational prospect Tre' Morgan, who talked about life in big league camp and the upcoming Spring Breakout game on March 13!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    Back at it with Ryan Bass (RTR Ep. 210)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 34:37


    The Rays officially have a new lead sideline reporter for FanDuel Sports Network Sun and it's a familiar face: Ryan Bass, now in his fourth season with the team. Ryan came back on the pod to talk with us about his initial impressions during Spring Training. Always a great talk with him and can't wait to have him on again!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    Prospects Aplenty in Spring Training (RTR Ep. 209)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 57:46


    It's time to talk prospects as spring training is now underway in Port Charlotte and who better to have on for this episode than the prospect guru himself, Just Baseball Co-Founder and Executive Editor Aram Leighton. Aram sat down with us to explore the Rays spring camp roster and discuss some names you should watch out for under the palm trees and sunshine!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    The Gang is Back in Port Charlotte (RTR Ep. 208)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 36:15


    Everyone has officially reported in Port Charlotte for the upcoming 2025 Tampa Bay Rays season. Spring camp and full team workouts are underway and excitement continues to build.We welcomed on Bay News 9/Spectrum Sports 360 anchor Mike Cairns, who's been down with the Rays, to give his early thoughts on spring camp and the team's new temporary digs in Tampa.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    Spring Camp is Here (RTR Ep. 207)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 62:48


    The boys are back in Port Charlotte. 2025 spring camp is here and the Tampa Bay Rays have plenty of excitement surrounding the team, a buzz we've been looking forward to feeling.Steve Kinsella of Sports Talk Florida came on to talk with us about his impressions of being down in Port Charlotte early this week as the Rays officially get their spring started.Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout!As always, Rays Up!

    Ha-Seong Kim is a Ray (RTR Ep. 206)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 38:22


    No, you're not reading the title of this episode wrong. Former Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim signed a two-year deal to play for the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this week and we got a chance to talk about it, plus all things Junior Caminero and Spring Training. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    RTR is Running From The OPS (RTR Ep. 205)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 57:49


    We're inching ever so close to the start of the 2025 baseball season, but there's been plenty going on, from the international signing window to Hall of Fame voting and much more. We welcomed on Ethan Penn, AKA Running From The OPS on Twitter/X, to give his thoughts on everything Rays and baseball! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    New Year, New Faces (RTR Ep. 204)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 35:57


    For the first time in 2025, it's time to Rays The Roof as we welcomed on our friend, RTR team member Caden Carpenter to talk about the latest happenings with the Rays, along with some chatter about Tampa Bay sports! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Yet Another County Commission Meeting (RTR Ep. 203)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 37:24


    Yes folks, the stadium saga never ends as today, it looks like the Pinellas County Commission will vote on public funding for the Rays new stadium, which if approved, will hopefully have the stadium on track to be built...eventually? We welcomed on Colleen Wright, St. Pete reporter for the Tampa Bay Times, to help lay down the ground work for what's expected to happen this afternoon! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! Be sure to support our ongoing #TampaBayStrong hurricane relief fundraiser over at intheclutch.com/tampabaystrong! As always, Rays Up!

    Jake Mangum Joins the Pod (RTR Ep. 202)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 54:02


    We have a special treat ahead of this holiday season as Rays recent 40-man roster addition and International League 2024 batting champ Jake Mangum joined the podcast to talk about just about everything under the sun. Jake was a fantastic guest and hopefully the first of many Rays players and minor leaguers coming on once the calendar turns to 2025! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! Be sure to get your #TampaBayStrong shirts and posters as well at http://intheclutch.com/TampaBayStrong. As always, Rays Up!

    The Rays Signed a Catcher (RTR Ep. 201)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 67:50


    Do not scratch your eyes. You are really seeing the most incredible finish here. The Tampa Bay Rays have indeed signed a catcher, free agent Danny Jansen, who will be making his third stop in the AL East after signing a one-year deal on Friday. ALSO...the Rays have cleared one major hurdle in the public sector for their new stadium as the St. Pete City Council approved their half of the public funding, $287.5 million in total, on Thursday. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Pinellas County Chaos (RTR's 200th Episode!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 49:46


    We would have loved for our 200th episode of Rays The Roof to be juuuust a bit happier, but with the uncontrolled chaos it seems going on right now with the Tampa Bay Rays, we just have to ride the wave. Tampa Bay sports media personality & St. Pete Nine's Steve Carney joined us to talk about what to expect with today's Pinellas County Commissioners meeting and more. Be sure to support our ongoing hurricane relief efforts with In The Clutch over at intheclutch.com/tampabaystrong and be sure to follow us across the social media sphere @RaysTheRoofTB! We're on Bluesky too for those curious at the same handle! As always, Rays Up!

    The Drama Continues in St. Pete (RTR Ep. 199)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 50:52


    Recent news with Pinellas County has now created even more of a situation regarding Tropicana Field as potential funds for the new stadium on the Trop site is up in the air as a vote on the matter was pushed back three weeks, partly due to the current situation on where the Rays will play in 2025. While we don't know what will come of this, we do know more drama is in the air! Be sure to go to intheclutch.com/tampabaystrong to support our #TampaBayStrong hurricane relief effort fundraiser, with all net proceeds going toward those most affected by the recent storms in our area. As always, Rays Up!

    A Sad Week...and Month in Tampa Bay (RTR Ep. 198)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 50:59


    Tampa Bay keeps getting hit harder and harder after we learned yesterday of the passing of USF men's basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, someone who became a staple in the community within just 19 months of being there. We remember the enduring legacy AAR will have on the Tampa Bay sports community, as well as give updates on the state of Tropicana Field, plus give our World Series predictions on this latest episode of RTR. Be sure to support our current hurricane relief efforts by purchasing a #TampaBayStrong shirt or poster from In The Clutch. All net proceeds go toward the We Are St. Pete fund. As always, #RaysUp!

    #TampaBayStrong (RTR Ep. 197)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 57:13


    What a last 24 hours it's been in the Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Bradenton areas, let alone Central Florida, Port Charlotte, Fort Myers and other affected areas. It's a period all of us would like to forget as Hurricane Milton wreaked havoc on our area, tearing the roof of Tropicana Field, producing dozens of tornadoes and causing incredible damage. We hope this podcast can bring some good vibes, laughter, anything to help lift the spirits of the area we call home and care so much about. We are #TampaBayStrong and #FloridaStrong

    ...And the Season is Over (RTR Ep. 196)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 65:44


    There's really nothing else to it: the 2024 Tampa Bay Rays season has officially come to an end. The offseason is now here as the playoffs start up, and the only thing we as fans can do is watch from the sidelines. We talk about the official end to the season, some Wild Card round talk and a look back at the 2024 Rays on this latest episode of the podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    A Fight to the Finish (RTR Ep. 195)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 63:22


    We are nearly at the finish line for the 2024 Tampa Bay Rays season, but in typical Rays fashion, they're still not out of it going into the last week of the year. What a great way to end the home slate and maybe, we'll see some chaos happen over these final six games. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The Nightmare is Almost Over (RTR Ep. 194)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 37:36


    There are officially 12 games left in the 2024 season for the Tampa Bay Rays and with a sub-.500 record and a multi-game Wild Card deficit, it's safe to say that this season will not end in a sixth-straight playoff appearance. For Rays fans, the end of the season is bittersweet. This team is not a good baseball team, but despite how bad they are, baseball is still fun to watch...sometimes. Hopefully, there will be some fun baseball left in 2024 for Tampa Bay. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Is Junior the Savior? (RTR Ep. 193)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 51:38


    It doesn't look like the Rays are going to go on some miraculous late-season playoff push, especially with how this West Coast road trip has gone. However, the recent call-up of Junior Caminero might be the spark plug this team needs to not continue to stay at .500. We discuss that and more on this latest episode of the podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The Race to .500 is ON (RTR Ep. 192)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 59:45


    The record for most times a team has spent at the .500 mark in one season is 35. The Rays have now done it 27 games...and it's only mid-August. The call-up of Junior Caminero might change that, but if the Rays don't hit .500 36 times this season, we riot. More Junior talk to come on our next podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    A Stadium Deal is OFFICIALLY Done (RTR Ep. 191)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 38:05


    What an eventful week it's been for Rays fans, from the conclusion of the MLB trade deadline to officially getting a stadium deal secured with St. Pete and Pinellas County. A 15 year wait for something finalized with a new stadium is now over, and we had on 10 Tampa Bay Sports Director Evan Closky to talk about the craziness of the deadline and the reality of a new stadium coming in a few years. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Trades, Trades and MORE TRADES (RTR Ep. 190)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 64:01


    Well, the Rays certainly have taken the trade part of the trade deadline to heart this season. FIVE trades within the last couple of days, including some of the biggest names on this team, like Randy Arozarena and Isaac Paredes. We welcomed on WDAE's Zac Blobner to give his thoughts about this hectic trade deadline, plus our thoughts on what's going on in St. Pete. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Back From the All-Star Break (RTR Ep. 189)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 58:26


    Just as the title of this episode says, the Rays are back from the All-Star Break and are looking to get themselves in the thick of things when it comes to playoff contention in the stretch run. New York and Toronto are first up on the docket as Tampa Bay headed on the road to begin the "second half" of the season. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and 1771 Designs! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase of $50 or more and In The Clutch for 10% off at checkout. Use code RaysTheRoof with 1771 Designs for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Rays v. Guardians Interview SUPERCUT (RTR Ep. 188)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 63:49


    We were lucky enough to have credentials for the last series before the All-Star Break between the Rays and Guardians and this podcast is a compilation of every interview we had during the series, including interviews with Kevin Cash, Evan Longoria, Pete Fairbanks and more. Over an hour of interview content spliced between three days is found in this episode. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    It's Always the Freaking Rangers (RTR Ep. 187)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 55:12


    There's just something bad in the water whenever the Rays and Rangers play because as usual, it was a Texas-sized sweep in Arlington. Tampa Bay's series winning streak was snapped at five and the Rays fell below the .500 mark once again. We talk about that, plus a look toward this week and the upcoming All-Star Game on this latest episode of the podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Welcome Back Ikea Stool (RTR Ep. 186)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 56:30


    The Rays are off to Kansas City, and what a wet start to the series it was on Tuesday night. We briefly talked about the game as it restarted from a nearly three-hour rain delay, but got into the rest of the series, as well as a look back at last weekend and a look toward this weekend against Texas. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    RTR'S 2024 First Half Recap (RTR Ep.185)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 63:48


    We officially have reached the halfway point in the 2024 season for the Tampa Bay Rays, who are currently 40-41 after a third-straight series win. We discussed the first half of the season, the highs, the lows and everything in-between, bringing on RTR personalities Aiden Pearson and Caden Carpenter to talk about what they've seen in the first half of 2024 as well! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    St. Pete Nine's Steve Carney Joins RTR (RTR Ep. 184)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 56:25


    We welcomed back on a great friend and multi-time guest to the podcast, Steve Carney of St. Pete Nine, to talk about this past weekend in Pittsburgh and a look toward the start of a week-long homestand at The Trop. Big thanks to Steve as always for coming on and be sure to follow him on social media @stevecarney! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Treading Water in June (RTR Ep. 183)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 54:59


    It's hard to gauge where the Rays are as a franchise because simply put, they're nowhere close to a playoff team, but nowhere near the worst team in baseball, a solid middle of the pack franchise in 2024. Things could of course change, but for now, the biggest battle for Tampa Bay is getting back to the .500 mark. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The Battle of Mid at America's Ballpark (RTR Ep. 182)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 58:22


    After getting swept in a four-game series for the first time ever against the Baltimore Orioles at home, the Tampa Bay Rays now welcome the Chicago Cubs for what might be the most mediocre series of baseball we've seen this season. We welcomed on Benjamin Rosenberg, current Mississippi State beat writer for The Commercial Dispatch and lifelong Cubs fan to give his thought about the 2024 Cubs and this upcoming series. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The Jose Siri Experience (RTR Ep. 181)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 65:13


    There is no way around it, last week was the Jose Siri Experience. From his glove to his bat, Siri won the Rays games and has looked much better overall. Tampa Bay finishes up a road trip in Miami, the annual Citrus Series, before heading back home to play Baltimore, and we talked about that, plus much, much more on this latest episode of the podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    TB Times' Colleen Wright & WFLA's Kenny Morales Join RTR (RTR Ep. 180)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 61:55


    There's a lot going on with the Rays and everything surrounding the Rays, so we had on two local media members to discuss it all. Tampa Bay Times St. Pete reporter Colleen Wright came on to discuss where things stand with the Rays stadium proposal and WFLA Weekend Sports Anchor Kenny Morales came on to talk about what he's seen on the field this season, a lot of inconsistency to say the least. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    On The Road Again (RTR Ep, 179)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 33:36


    As the title of this latest episode of the pod says, the Rays are yet again on the road, a seven-game road trip that ends on Sunday in Toronto. One game left in Boston and a three-game set against the Jays is ahead. We talked about the last week of Rays baseball, roster moves, injuries, the farm system and more here on RTR! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Praise Be SkyRay (RTR Ep. 178)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 55:59


    What a run the Rays have been on this homestand, winning five of their first six games to get back to .500 on the season. The vibes are back and everything has been trending upward. It might be 'The Luck of the SkyRay', but whatever it is, we'll take it! Great timing too with a big series coming up this weekend against the Yankees. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Grit x Glow Takes Center Stage (RTR Ep. 177)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 49:27


    We've seen the release. We've talked about it plenty. Now tonight, the Grit x Glow City Connect jerseys will debut on-field for the first time. All weekend, the Rays will be wearing them against the Mets, and we talked about that and much more on this latest episode of RTR. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    More City Connect Talk? Yes Please! (RTR Ep. 176)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 36:09


    We wanted to give some other members of the Rays The Roof team the opportunity to talk about Monday's city connect jersey release, so we brought on Amita Singh, Caden Carpenter, Elijah Flewellen and Aiden Pearson to give their thoughts on the Grit x Glow unis. Big thanks to all of them for coming on and you'll be hearing more from them on future podcasts this season! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The City Connect Era is Here (RTR Ep. 175)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 39:58


    This episode was for Tampa Bay...literally. The Tampa Bay Rays released their Grit x Glow City Connect jerseys and campaign to the public on Monday morning and we spent this episode talking about this, easily one of the coolest days in franchise history, and something it seems this region and across baseball has embraced. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    Time to Get the Good Times Rolling (RTR Ep. 174)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 55:59


    Not a great week for the Rays at all, losing two-straight series to the Yankees and Tigers, but through the turbulence of this season, the Rays sit at 13-13 going into the weekend. How? We have no clue. We brought on RTR member Caden Carpenter to give his thoughts about the season, plus much more analysis on the team and the rest of baseball on this latest episode of the podcast! Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

    The Dog Days of April (RTR Ep. 173)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 54:56


    The Rays just wrapped up a winning homestand at the Trop, though when we recorded this, they had just suffered a tough 5-4 loss against the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday. Luckily, we had some good vibes to talk about thanks to Makenzie Cann and her 13-year old golden retriever, Raffi, who has taken over the Tampa Bay sports sphere after shooting their shot with the Rays to get to Sunday's 'Bark in the Park' game. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! Don't forget about our affiliate links to help us our and save yourself money! Save using code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase and 10% off any In The Clutch order at checkout. Also, support our newest partner, 1771 Designs, by using code 'RaysTheRoof' for 15% off at checkout! As always, Rays Up!

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