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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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    Buccaneers Running Game Is Last In NFL & Rays Hold On To Beat Red Sox

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 36:43


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles where the running game was non-existent and now ranks last in the NFL. Plus there is now a criminal investigation around Mike Williams' death, the Rays get a big early lead and had to hold one against the Red Sox and there was an Andrei Vasilevskiy sighting at Lightning practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Lose To Eagles 25-11 On Monday Night Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 34:39


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles on Monday Night Football. Tampa Bay forced 2 turnovers but they committed their first turnovers of the year, the running game never got going and they lost the special teams battle. On a brighter side, Ronde Barber was honored and received his Hall of Fame ring at halftime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs-Eagles Monday Night Football Preview & Rays' Arozarena and Diaz Get Hurt Over The Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 47:07


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look ahead to tonight's Monday Night Football game as the Buccaneers are looking to remain one of 3 undefeated teams in the NFL through 3 weeks as they host the NFC Champion Eagles. Plus it looks like the Bucs will face Jameis Winston next week in New Orleans as Derek Carr is hurt, a crazy weekend of college football and the Rays drop 2-of-3 to the Blue Jays and it looks like they won't win the AL East but will host a Wild Card series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Shaq Barrett, Jonathan Aranda, Wander Franco and Steven Stamkos

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 56:00


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield and the start of the Buccaneers season, Baker's future contracts, Shaq Barrett, Wander Franco, Jonathan Aranda, and Steven Stamkos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Steven Stamkos 'Disappointed' With Lack Of Contract Talks, Rays Lose & Previewing FSU-Clemson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 47:20


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' comments that he's 'disappointed' that he hasn't had contract talks with the Lightning for next season, the Rays lose to the Angels, the Bucs honor Ronde Barber with a movie and Matt Baker joins to discuss last week's Gators and USF games and look ahead to FSU-Clemson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rays Announce A New Stadium Deal & Lightning Report To Training Camp Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 49:13


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays and St Pete's announcement on a deal for a new stadium on the Tropicana Field site. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to preview the Lightning's Training Camp which starts today with player reporting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rays Set To Announce A New Stadium Deal In St. Pete Ending A 16 Year Search

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 40:01


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the report from Marc Topkin that the Rays will announce a stadium deal to keep the team in St. Pete and develop the Tropicana Field site into a new $1.2 billion fixed-roof stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Buccaneers Are Now 2-0 With Win Over Bears, Rays Splits Baltimore Series & Florida and USF Looked Good

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 43:00


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 27-17 win over the Bears to start the season 2-0 as the defense continues to create turnovers, the running game was improved and Baker Mayfield found Mike Evans often. Plus the Rays clinched a playoff spot despite splitting their 4-game series in Baltimore and remain 2-games back in the AL East with 11 to play and Florida and South Florida looked good on Saturday while Florida State struggled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rays Win Put Them 1 Game Back In AL East & Buccaneers Prepare For Bears With Some Injury Concerns

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 39:24


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the Orioles to move within 1 game in the AL East as Luke Raley and Randy Arozarena provide the offense and the bullpen continues to excel. Plus the Buccaneers have some injury concerns heading into their game with Bears this Sunday as they look to start 2-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is Florida-Tennessee Billy Napier's Biggest Game Of His Career & Can USF Hang With Alabama

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 50:46


    Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the most important game in Billy Napier's career as Florida hosts Tennessee, can USF hang with Alabama and does Florida State need to blow out Boston College. Plus the Rays win on a 9th inning homer from Randy Arozarena and are now just 2 game back going into their 4-game series in Baltimore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rick and Tom On Buccaneers Opening Week Win & Aaron Rodgers Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 47:58


    Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Buccaneers Opening Week win over the Vikings and what Aaron Rodgers injury means for the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    BONUS: Trent Cooper on NFL360 Feature On Tight Ends Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst And Their Struggles With Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 22:50


    Rick Stroud is joined by Trent Cooper from the NFL to discuss tonight's piece on NFL360 about Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst and their struggles with mental health. The feature airs tonight at 8pm ET and will be available on NFL+ later this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Happy With Offensive Line, Rays Win Behind Yandy's 4 Hits & Aaron Rodgers Might Be Done For The Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 39:59


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Aaron Rodgers leaving his Jets debut just 4 snaps in as the worst is feared but New York comes back to beat the Bills. Plus the Buccaneers are happy with their Offensive Line play and the Rays win in Minnesota as Yandy Diaz gets 4-hits for the 3rd time this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Buccaneers Win In Minnesota Behind 3 Defensive Takeaways, a Gutsy Offense Performance & a 57-Yard Field Goal

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 43:10


    Rick Stroud is in Minneapolis where the Buccaneers beat the Vikings 20-17 thanks to 3 turnovers by the defense, a gutsy performance by the offense and a 57-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin as the Bucs are 1-0 heading home to face the Bears next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs-Vikings Preview, Mike Evans' Contract & Baker Mayfield On How He Got To Tampa And The Expectations This Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 69:30


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers Week 1 matchup with the Vikings, discuss Mike Evans' comments about his contract status and Rick sits down 1-on-1 with Baker Mayfield to discuss how he got to Tampa Bay and the chip he has on his shoulder about this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Former Bucs WR Mike Williams In ICU & Matt Baker On A Wild College Football Week 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 52:15


    Rick Stroud on the latest on former Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams who is in ICU in Tampa plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss a wild Week 1 with Florida State blowing out LSU, the Gators struggle and USF show promise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles On Last Year's Challenges, Changes For This Season & Baker Mayfield's Fit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 39:27


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles' comments about being 'handcuffed a little bit' last year and the changes he got to make for this year's team. You'll hear his conversation with Rick about this season, the challenges of last year and why Baker Mayfield is a perfect fit for this team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Mike Evans Deadline For An Extension, Florida State Dominated LSU, USF Played Well & Rays Scuffle in Cleveland

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 48:44


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans setting a deadline to get a deal done with the Buccaneers for an extension, a wild weekend of College Football including Florida State's big win over LSU, USF played well against Western Kentucky and Colorado wins in Coach Prime's debut, plus the Rays scuffle in Cleveland and in Game 1 vs Boston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Will This Be Mike Evans Last Season As A Buccaneer, Gators Lose To Utah and Randy Arozarena's 20/20 Season Streak

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 38:46


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Mike Evans will be playing his last season with the Buccaneers as his contract is up, the Gators lose in Utah to start the season but if you have Spectrum you couldn't watch it, Randy Arozarena becomes the first Rays player to go 20-20 for 3 straight seasons and Tom Brady makes a hilarious cameo in a Lays commercial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    College Football Preview: Gators at Utah, USF at W. Kentucky & Florida State vs LSU

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 33:03


    Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Week 1 including the Gators at Utah tonight, USF at Western Kentucky and Florida State vs LSU in Orlando on Sunday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    MAILBAG: Bucs Outlook, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, Wide Receivers & Rays vs Yankees

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 51:14


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers season outlook, their defense, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, the wide receivers, why the Rays aren't retaliating against the Yankees and what to make of the Rays success over the last decade or more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Hurricane Idalia is Coming, Buccaneers Begin Making Cuts & Where Is Logan Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 29:39


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the impending Hurricane Idalia that might impact the Tampa Bay area and we remember the logistics around moving games for Ian and Irma. Plus the Buccaneers begin making their cuts to get down to a 53-man roster including QB John Wolford and others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ryan Jensen Won't Play This Season, Bucs Offense Looks Good Under Dave Canales & Yankees Keep Hitting Rays Batters

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 43:05


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers center Ryan Jensen being placed on IR which ends his season, how the Buccaneers offense might fare this year after seeing Baker Mayfield and the starters vs. the Ravens, plus the Yankees keep hitting Rays batters including Randy Arozarena again on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Starters Will Play In Final Preseason Game, Rays Win Again Plus College Football Week 0 & New Gators Documentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 40:35


    Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss College Football's Week 0 which is upon up and the new Netflix documentary on Urban Meyer's Florida Gators teams. Plus the Rays sweep the Rockies with another comeback win and the Bucs prepare for their final preseason game vs the Ravens in which the starters will play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rays Get Another Comeback Win Over Rockies Despite Replay Missing An Obvious Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 32:16


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2nd straight comeback win vs. the Rockies that saw Tampa Bay forced to extra innings because replay officials blew a call. Plus Baker Mayfield is taking charge of the Buccaneers offense now that he's QB1 as they head into the final preseason game this Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Baker Mayfield Named Starting QB, Wander Franco Now On Administrative Leave & Lightning Re-Sign Brandon Hagel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 52:38


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers finally naming Baker Mayfield their starting quarterback, his lawsuit he filed to find out where $12 million went, Wander Franco moved to MLB's administrative list while the investigation continues, Rays use 9-run 8th inning to beat the Rockies and Lightning sign Brandon Hagel to a new 8-year deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Settle One Position Battle, Others Loom, Plus Mailbag Questions and... Was That the Worst Rays Week Ever?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 41:39


    Rick, with Darek Sharp again filling in for Steve, start off with a little South Florida football (Darek runs the radio side of things on Bulls Unlimited) before getting into the decision on Bucs kicker, other positions that need to be settled, and your Mailbag questions (all Bucs related). Wrap up with some Rays nostalgia in light of a rough week for the squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Trask plays bulk, Mayfield sits, very little postgame clarity, plus who stood out in preseason win at the Jets

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 44:07


    Much like Kyle Trask handling snaps, most of the show Monday is about the QB situation and the somewhat strange "clarification" provided by Todd Bowles on it. Rick adds in some of the players he thought stood out at the Jets, with the Bucs winning 13-6. Darek Sharp fills in for Steve Versnick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Buccaneers-Jets Preview As Kyle Trask Gets The Start At QB

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 37:20


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with a preview of what to look for in the Buccaneers 2nd preseason game vs. the Jets and why Rick believes Baker Mayfield will be named the starting quarterback early next week. Plus more bad reports coming out of the Dominican Republic on Wander Franco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Lose Russell Gage, Joint Practices With Jets Got Physical & Rays Get Pinch-Hit Inside-The-Park HR from Raley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 30:30


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Russell Gage to a knee injury for the season as the joint practices with the Jets got very chippy in New Jersey. Plus the Rays win and catch up a game on the Orioles as Luke Raley hits the weirdest pinch-hit inside-the-park home run you will ever see. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shane McClanahan To Have Tommy John Surgery & Matt Baker On The Top 25 & Florida State Staying In The ACC Next Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 43:40


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's upcoming Tommy John surgery which will keep him out until 2025, the latest on Wander Franco which is being investigated in the Dominican Republic and then Matt Baker joins to discuss his AP Top 25 ballot, Florida State won't be leaving the ACC next year and what to expect from Florida, FSU and USF this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Latest On Wander Franco Investigation & Bucs-Jets To Only Have 1 Joint Practice This Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 31:51


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest with Major League Baseball's investigation into allegations that Wander Franco had an inappropriate relationship with a minor as he is placed on the restricted list & not with the team this week. Plus the Buccaneers and Jets are now only going to have 1 joint practice this week instead of the 2 that were planned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rays Wander Franco Under Investigation & The Good And Bad From Buccaneers 1st Preseason Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 40:05


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Wander Franco under investigation for an inappropriate relationship with a minor and what it could mean for him and the team. Plus the Rays won 2-of-3 from the Guardians and reaction to the Buccaneers 1st preseason game including Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, the Offensive Line and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Buccaneers-Steelers Preseason Preview & Your Mailbag Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023 44:25


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers preseason opener tonight vs. the Steelers which will see Baker Mayfield get the start at quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers and College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    With Shane McClanahan 'Unlikely' to Pitch Again This Season, Are The Rays Suffering More Arm Injuries Than Other Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 41:05


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays recent string of arm injuries to pitchers as Shane McClanahan is now 'unlikely' to pitch again this season as he's seeking more opinions before making a decision. What is the reason that we've seen more arm injuries in baseball and is there something the Rays do that may be causing more of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    College Football's Realignment Gets Crazier By The Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 34:39


    Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker for the latest in conference realignment including some good things to come out of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Devin White Comments On Earlier Trade Request & Why Charting INTs in Training Camp Doesn't Tell The Whole Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 43:56


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's first public comments since he asked for a trade in the spring saying that is behind him now. Plus why tracking interceptions in Training Camp doesn't tell the whole story and Baker Mayfield will get the start on Friday night in the Bucs first preseason game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ronde Barber's Induction Into Pro Football Hall of Fame & Rays Win All 3 Series On Road Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 43:11


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ronde Barber's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame over the weekend and the grudges he still holds. Plus the Rays go 6-3 on their road trip but injuries to pitchers continue to mount as Tyler Glasnow is scratched and Shane McClanahan is in Los Angeles for further evaluations on his forearm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ronde Barber On The Toughest Guys He's Played Against & His Iconic Interception In Philadelphia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 22:31


    Rick Stroud is joined by Ronde Barber who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend as he discusses the toughest competition he's faced and the iconic inception against Philadelphia in the NFC Championship Game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ronde Barber on His Confidence, Why He's Going Into The Hall of Fame & When It Became Real For Him

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 25:10


    Rick Stroud sat down with the newest member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Ronde Barber for a conversation about how he worked his way to the Hall of Fame and why he's so confident in his abilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Kyle Trask Outplaying Baker Mayfield In Camp, Rays Win In New York & Mailbag Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 41:17


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-2 win over the Yankees as Randy Arozarena goes yard, Kyle Trask is outplaying Baker Mayfield so far in Buccaneers Training Camp and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Dave Canales, Kyle Trask, Shaquil Barrett and Rays starting pitching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What To Watch For In College Football, Shaquil Barrett Speaks & Rays Trade For A Starting Pitcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 36:08


    Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview the Florida school's seasons including the Gators recruiting, how Alex Golesh is doing at USF and if Florida State can compete for a National Title this year. Plus the Buccaneers Shaq Barrett talks for the first time since losing his daughter and the Rays trade for a starting pitcher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Evans & Godwin Shine In Bucs Camp, Kancey Leaves On Golf Cart & Rays Win Series in Houston

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 33:45


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the stars of Sunday's practice at Bucs Training Camp being Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, injury concern for Calijah Kancey, Ryan Jensen details what he went through with his knee and the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Astros as the bats break out for 8 runs on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Bucs Head Coach Asks Baker Mayfield If He's The Starting QB & Your Mailbag Questions on Bucs and Rays

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 55:22


    Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles asking Baker Mayfield if he's the starting quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on Ryan Jensen, Tristan Wirfs, Training Camp busts, creamsickle jerseys, Rays trade deadline, lack of offense and the World Baseball Classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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