Podcast appearances and mentions of erik neander

At the end of September, Erik Neander, President of Baseball Operations for the Tampa Bay Rays, held his 2025 end-of-season press conference with the media.We have included the entire press conference for you to listen to as Neander got into his thoughts on the season as a whole and the future of the Rays, especially with new ownership coming in.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!

⚾ Playoff PulseMat disappointment with the Brewers' and Blue Jays' postseason struggles.Super teams,  like the Dodgers —super teams kill competition and fan excitement.

Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander, sits down with media for an end-of -season press conference to discuss the year overall & to look forward to the 2026 seson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TKras had Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander on The Drive, a preview to 2026 and more!

Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras to recap the week and look ahead to 2026

Rays Season Wrap-Up RaysUpRays fall out of playoff contention but improve draft positionPhillies clinch NL East; Brewers, Dodgers, Blue Jays all in tight division racesGlass-half-full outlook as younger players gain valuable experience under pressureSpotlight on Montgomery Biscuits in the Southern League playoffsHomer Bush Jr., Ledbetter, Brody Hopkins, Will Simpson, and TJ NicholsRays and Brewers' player development approaches Rays' history of sending prospects to Australia's Perth Heat New Perth Heat manager Perry Roth, formerly with the River Dogs & Hot RodsRays who benefited from ABL: Kiermaier, Caminero, Brosseau Electric Puerto Rican Heritage Night atmosphereSurrounded by Blue Jays fans behind Visitors' dugoutEase of parking and access tSpotting Kevin KiermaierRays co-presidents, Auld & Silverman moving into advisory rolesRob Manfred's “clean slate” for the stadium hunt Evaluating Erik Neander's tenure and future Erik could lead the Rays to their first World Series  Yandy Díaz's consistent excellenceBalancing young talent - Trey Morgan, Jonathan Aranda & others in the lineupNeed to find power bats & maintaining defensive standards Trade for controllable players vs risky free-agent signingsRyan Pepiot's recent struggles with control and late-season fatigue. Comparing his development path to Chris Archer's early yearsWhy Mat still sees Cy Young potential and a future Rays rotation core with Shane Baz and Drew RasmussenUpcoming Guests - authors Lou Schiff and Jane Leavy CBA negotiations - baseball's financial landscape is rapidly changingReflecting on the Mets' late-season collapseBlake Snell Trade Tree - Rays add Cole Wilcox to the 40-man rostero   How Wilcox's shift from starter to reliever revived his careero   What his AAA stats suggest about his future bullpen roleo   The winding path of Isiah Kiner-Falefao   Chandler Simpson's wall-robbing catch and his underrated offensive growtho   Finalized trade sending Jose Caballero to Yankees for Marshall Tooleo   Outfield depth rising: Brailer Guerrero, Theo Gillen, Brenner Summerhill, Colton Ledbetter, Homer Bush Jr.Tropicana Field & Stadium - Roof repairs progressing; turf replacement nexto   Q&A on 2007 Hillsborough County survey on stadium location and fundingo   Retractable roof debate and evolving fan expectationsBright Spots & Looking Aheado   Rays pitching pipeline: Ian Seymour, Joe Boyle, and moreo   Nick Fortes behind the plate as a key additiono   A system stacked with talent as new ownership arrivesStadium & Tropicana Field UpdatesRoof repairs underway; new turf installation planned for spring training.2007 Hillsborough County survey results on stadium location and funding revealed.League & Ownership LandscapeMat hints at changing financial structure and upcoming CBA negotiationsRays' $1.7B sale despite uncertain stadium future shows franchise value growth. Fan interference stories from recent games.Will Bill & Ted and/or Jimmy Kimmel be future guests or are we just “Waiting for Godot”You can find Mat at @matgermain.bsky.social or reach Mark at  baseballbizondeck@gmail.com BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps

Erik Neander joined TKras on a Friday to talk all things Rays Baseball, their winning ways of late, and more on the roster change tonight with Griffin Jax

Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander tells all with TKras!

Erik Neander talks Rays with TKras, what is the latest on the roster and the injury front? Sugar Shane?

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Ryan Pepiot, President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander, Advance Scouting/Major League Operations Coordinator Katie Mooradian & Rays Radio voice Andy Freed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TKras led off the show with Erik Neander, the Rays President of Baseball Operations. Why did the Rays make the moves that they made? Buyers or Sellers? Get here!

In the first hour of the show, TKras shared his 6 Buccaneers making a splash at Bucs training camp so far. Plus, Erik Neander of the Tampa Bay Rays joined TKras with insight on the MLB Trade Deadline and potential rumors. Get here!

In the second hour of the show, Scott Reynolds of Pewter Report joined us live! Plus, we also dissected comments from Erik Neander on the Rays and more!

Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras with insight on the Rays roster and the injury front, too!

Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras with the latest on the Rays, plus BREAKING NEWS on Brandon Lowe. Will they make more moves?

In the show's first hour, TKras spoke with Erik Neander of the Rays, breaking news on Brandon Lowe and more. Plus, what is TKras speculating about Week One for the Bucs?

In the second hour of the show, TKras continued with more on the Rays, Erik Neander's comments, and breaking developments, plus, we also talked about Shane McClanahan and more!

In the final hour of The Drive, TKras had Erik Neander of The Rays on to talk breaking news on Brandon Lowe and more! Plus, TKras and Chris Mathis got into your hateful comments during The Mailbag!

In the second hour of the show, TKras led things off with Brian Anderson who shared the latest on the Rays, concerns with the bullpen, and more! Plus, we played Fill in the Blank and rumors surrounding Erik Neander of the Tampa Bay Rays!

In the last hour of The Drive, TKras spoke with ESPN Tim Kurkjian to get the latest on the Rays and what YOUR expectation of the Rays should be. Plus, we shared comments made by Erik Neander of the Tampa Bay Rays!

On Friday, Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander, joined TKras to talk about Wander Franco's conviction, Shane McClanahan's rehab, and more!

In Friday's opening hour, TKras discussed the fallout of the Wander Franco conviction for the Tampa Bay Rays. Plus, we got updates LIVE from Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander. Shane McClanahan is doing what next week?

In Friday's opening hour, TKras reacted to the tough scene for Hunter Bigge last night in Tampa, plus, Erik Neander provided breaking updates on the Rays injury front. Get here!

In the show's second hour, TKras reacted to big updates from Erik Neander on the Rays, plus what does this weekend hold for us in the world of sports. TKras shares a bold take!

Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras with developments on the Rays injury front. Get here!

New ownership of the Tampa Bay Rays on the horizonFlorida Developer, Patrick Zalupski – Jacksonville Real Estate Developer,  Dream Finders Homes  Ken Babby  - Founder & CEO, Fast Forward Sports Group & Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – Triple A team for the Miami Marlins & the Akron RubberDucks – Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardiansan informed and experienced mind to the ownership & front office2 business guys from New York invested in 2 teams years agoJeffrey Loria purchased Marlins for $160 million funded in part by selling the Expos for $120 million to MLB Loria built a Marlins stadium and later sells the team for $1.2 billionStu Sternberg bought the Rays for $200 million did not build a stadium & is now selling the Rays for $1.7 billion. Stu's deal will be more profitable than what Loria got for the MarlinsTampa Mayor, Jane Castor supportive of Rays in TampaCould City of Tampa aid new owners with reduced rates for services & lighter taxesNaming rights of the new stadium could cover many of the costs$1.7 billion a smidge more than the Orioles purchase price2 Expansion teams on the horizon with a $2 billion price tag per teamWill Stu become part of the Montreal Ownership Group Mat's "tip of the hat" to Stu Stu's Rays won the fifth most games in MLB during his tenure while building 1.5 billion in equityWhat will the front office look like without Stu at the helmReflect on Anthopoulos after new ownership with the Toronto Blue JaysWill Erik Neander still govern the team with new ownershipWill the new owners work with St. Pete on the Trop leaseIs Ybor Rays stadium possible see - Developer Darryl Shaw, Tampa Bay Sun unveil Ybor Harbor soccer stadium plan https://bit.ly/40fUn5FRangers & Royals new owners have been willing to spend money, how will the new owners spend with the RaysPart of the Rays value is a strong group of young players in the farm systemHow do you transfer Wander Franco's contract to the new owners with this saleJunior Caminero - will the new Rays owners develop a strong contract with him.Will Grit & Glow go to be replaced with Ybor Cigars & Cuban SandwichesMarch to the World Series with new music “Stomps & Claps”Rays have been strong over the last 25 gamesAll-Star candidates for the Rays, Jonathan Aranda & Brandon Lowewill the new owners offer an extended contraction Jonathan Aranda Rafael Devers traded to the Giants – what does it mean – where is the valueBoston still has Alex BregmanRed Sox fans on Blue Sky are upset with the Devers moveBoston fans need to reflect on how this trade increases their pitching depth with the 2 new prospects. Shane Baz & Tyler Glasnow trade exampleDevers & Adames teaming up together with the GiantsRafael Devers trade – Big Papi's takeHow did Alex Cora work with Devers prior to this tradeComing back, Shane McClanahan, Richie Palacios, Ha-Seong Kim & Nate LavenderRob Manfred need Rays deal to go through to start building an MLB expansionAll Rays minor league affiliates are above 500If you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at  Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at www.baseballbizOnDeck.com Special Thanks to Scott Holmes for the music Stomps & Claps & to Helen Glennon for her shared news discovery with the show

Erik Neander, the Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras with BIG injury updates for you, Tampa Bay!

On Friday, Ronnie Lane joined TKras to talk Rays Baseball with Erik Neander, plus, we opened up The Mailbag too! You freakin' people!

On Friday, Erik Neander spoke on the Rays winning ways, Sugar Shane, and a Ray that might be making his debut with the team soon!

On Friday, Erik Neander joined TKras to talk about the Rays sending Chandler Simpson down to AAA. Why? Neander answers the BIG question sweeping Tampa!

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson, President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander, Director of Promotions Stephon Thomas, FanDuel Sports reporter Ryan Bass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TKras spoke with Erik Neander about the Rays heading into the weekend. Is it time for them to seek help? When is Shane McClanahan returning?

In the first hour of Friday's show, TKras talked about the potential for a Rays winning streak, plus, Erik Neander of the Rays had breaking developments on the injuries and opportunities to get better!

In the second hour of the show, TKras shared the interesting comments made by Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander, on their search for help. Plus, more out of the NFL and the critics on the Bucs!

Mat's World Series Dream Mark Thanks the USAWNT players who were on the show to discuss bullying young girls in baseballRays lose Marlins seriesRays feeling like Super Dave on a Roller Coaster Marlins, Cal Quantrill pitches the first Immaculate Inning of the year. 9 pitches – 9 strikesPedro Martinez style Immaculate Inning would include 1 Hit By PitchRays Offense recently has been lacking with some of the younger playersVeterans Brandon Lowe & Yandy Diaz have put up more offensivelyTaylor Walls and men left on base LOBCurtis Mead offense is firing up – broke out of .98 yesterday with 3 AB's 2 Hits & 1 HR against the AstrosRays had 7 of 9 players with hits against the Astros in Wednesday's gameBen Rortvedt – flatline at bat – who could be Rays 2nd catcherKevin Cash is handcuffed with the lineup he has todayElements of a great game – 2 Home Runs back to back with Josh Lowe & Brandon Lowe, Manager ejection with Kevin CashCash's ejection as he questions Astros & Umpires long it took for Astros to make an appealDo manager ejections motivate the team playersTaj Bradley had a solid outing & had good communication with the catcherRyan Pepiot is also showing more promiseLooking forward to Shane McClanahan & Ha-Seong Kim return to the team. Who will be sent down when they returnWill there be room for Johnny DeLuca to return to RaysFCL Rays rehabbing expect a Roster Crunch with the RaysIsaac Paredes returns as an Astro to hit Home Runs against the RaysMat breaks down YOY increase in growing attendance – Mets increase of 289,000 more fans. Detroit Tigers, Dodgers and Athletics follow behind the MetsTotal of 372,000 more fans this year in attendance across MLBCity Connect – Wallet Connect - A lot of love and sales for the game including merchandiseMat recommends Grit & Glow lighting at the new stadium for RaysRivalry weekend numbersJuan Soto and the Yankees show their backs to Soto in the outfieldSubway Series Streaming - registering as the third (May 17th) and fourth (May 16th) most-watched games ever on MLB.TV.merchandise sales increased +45% during Rivalry WeekendTampa Bay Rays Hall of Fame – Evan Longoria will be joining Wade Boggs, Fred McGriff, Don Zimmer, Dave WillsMark would add Erik Neander & Joe Maddon to the Rays Hall of Fame.How fans may see players and coaches who move to another teamRays are 3 games out of a Wild Card spot How many wins will the addition of Shane McClanahan & Ha-Seong KimOrioles traded away so much talent it has hurt their ability to winThe value of Brandon Hyde beyond the O'sA look back at the Liberatore– Arozarena tradeJust a reminder, if you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at  Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social. You may also find Baseball Biz on Deck, at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot comSpecial Thanks to XTaKe-R-U-X for the music Rocking Forward, 

In Friday's opening hour, TKras kicked things off with a passionate rant on the Tampa Bay Rays, plus Erik Neander joined the program with insight on the injury front and more. Also, Bucs rookie camp too!

On Friday, the Rays President of Baseball Operations, Erik Neander, joined TKras with updates on injuries and a game plan. Tune in!

On Friday, Erik Neander of the Rays joined TKras to talk about the Rays, their offense and Steinbrenner Field too!

In Friday's opening hour, TKras got into the Bolts offseason and what might need to change for the Lightning. Plus, Erik Neander of the Rays joined us to talk about the offense and more. Plus one Buccaneer offseason move is making moves!

On Friday, Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, tells all regarding rehab for several players!

In Friday's first hour of The Drive, TKras kicked off the program with the answer surrounding the Bucs that you all want to know! Plus, Erik Neander joins us with more on the Rays and their injuries, plus the Bolts are failing.

On Friday, Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, broke news with TKras regarding an injury and a star player getting called up to the big leagues!

On Friday, TKras led off the show with frustrating performances from the Rays offense in the clutch. Plus, Erik Neander of the Rays joined TKras with BREAKING NEWS. What might it be?

On Friday, TKras spoke with Erik Neander about the Rays, their tough week, injury updates, and more!

In the show's opening hour, TKras led off the show with the Buccaneers and the NFL Draft, plus, Erik Neander of the Tampa Bay Rays joined us with all of the insight and we've got the latest on The Masters and the Lightning!

Erik Neander, Rays President of Baseball Operations, joined TKras. When might Josh Lowe and Shane McClanahan return to the Tampa Bay Rays?

Erik Neander of the Tampa Bay Rays joined TKras in Hour Two, plus what to make of the Buccaneers and Todd Bowles' comments on killer instinct. Also, the Bolts need 1 more! What is that? Listen and find out!

In the FINAL hour of Friday's show, TKras had Erik Neander of The Tmapa Bay Rays on to talk about the state of the team, injury report and more! Plus, TKras previews a very busy sports weekend in Tampa!

Erik Neander, Kevin Cash, Matt Silverman & Brian Auld join the debut of Countdown to Opening Day w/ Chris, Andy, & Neil To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erik Neander sits down with media for a 2024 end-of-season press conference to discuss the year overall and to look forward to 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices