Award Winning Journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times takes you inside Tampa Bay Sports each weekday. Rick will go deeper into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay and have great guests to give even more insight on the Bucs, Rays, Lightning, USF and more.
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The Sports Day Tampa Bay podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan in the Tampa Bay area. As someone who recently moved to St. Pete and was eager to learn more about the local professional teams, this podcast has been a great resource. Not only does it provide in-depth knowledge about the Buccaneers, Rays, and Lightning, but it also goes beyond that and makes me feel like a part of the community. Rick and Steve, the hosts of the podcast, are not just informative, they're also funny and interesting. They share personal stories, show their personalities, while still maintaining journalistic integrity.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to cover a wide range of topics related to Tampa Bay sports. Whether it's breaking down game stats or discussing historical moments in Tampa Bay's sports history, Rick and Steve have an impressive knowledge base. They are able to provide insightful analysis and engage listeners with their storytelling abilities.
However, one criticism would be that there could be more variety in terms of guest co-hosts. While Rick and Steve do a great job on their own, occasionally having different perspectives could add even more depth to the discussions.
Overall, The Sports Day Tampa Bay podcast is an excellent source for staying up-to-date on all things Tampa Bay sports. It provides informative content while also entertaining listeners with personal anecdotes and engaging storytelling. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into Tampa Bay sports, this podcast is a must-listen.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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