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Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series win vs. the Pirates despite Paul Skenes impressive performance in the series wrap-up. Plus the Bucs prepping for future stadium renovations, Jayson Starks comments on MLB growing frustrated with Stu Sternberg and the Lightning can clinch a playoff berth tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayson Stark of The Athletic joined TKras to talk about the Rays, how Manfred and MLB view Stu Stenberg, and more. Can you believe it?

On Wednesday, TKras kicked off the show with frustration surrounding Rays and analytics, plus, Jayson Stark joined us with more insight on how Rob Manfred views Stu Sternberg. Plus, Chris Mathis and TKras play Would You Rather!

Maybe we spoke too soon. Dr. Elizabeth Strom, a professor of urban politics and policy at The University of South Florida and an editor at DRays Bay, a Tampa Bay Rays blog on SB Nation, returns to our podcast this week. Two years ago, Episode 143 to be exact, Dr. Strom appeared to discuss what then looked like a solid deal for a new ballpark in St. Petersburg. A lot has happened since - most of it not good for Rays fans, at least Rays fans that want the team to stay in the Tampa/St. Pete area. Dr. Strom spills the tea and brings us up to date in this episode.You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including books featured in this episode (if any were), through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - www.hooksandruns.com Email: hooksandruns@protonmail.com Hooks & Runs on TwitterCraig on Bluesky (@craigest.bsky.social)Rex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/ Hosts Emeriti:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokEric on FacebookMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)     This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2025.    

Someone stands with Stu Sternberg, is he wrong? Or does he make a good point? TKras weighs in!

Send us a textWith TV absent for this week's recording, EstoBro made a call to the bullpen to bring in Tampa Bay Tay as a special guest for the episode. They open the show by discussing the controversial fashion choices made by the MLB this year with new baseball caps (1:15). The pair laugh well over the jokes made all over the internet, followed by formal introductions. Tampa Bay Tay is one of the biggest Tampa Bay Rays fans alongside her dedicated fanship to other Florida-based teams. EstoBro engages her with the ongoing dramatics that have taken place with the team and their home stadium at Tropicana Field (17:30). The primary issue focuses on the Rays playing at Steinbrenner Field for the 2025 season and the politics ownership is facing after Hurricane Milton destroyed the roof of the Tropicana Field. As the pair focuses on the positives the Rays will face for the season, it is rather apparent that the entire baseball universe wants Rays' owner Stu Sternberg to sell the team to a well-rounded group that can move the Rays in the right direction. After the bulk of the show focuses on that topic, the pair also dissect the Rays' season and how they will fair based on predictions (51:00). With new roster additions and some major players coming back from injury, they show their optimism that the Rays can play above expectations and possibly return to the playoffs. With the Tokyo Series taking place this week, EstoBro and Tampa ay Tay also look at the outlook of the rest of the league (68:15), including anticipation for the World Baseball Classic taking place at the start of next season. Theme song made by iamRavedadInteract with the Gents of the podcast on the following social media platforms:X (Formally known as Twitter) YouTube InstagramBlog/websiteJoin the Discord serverSubscribe to the official playlist of the podcast

In the show's third hour, TKras reacted to the conversation with Joe Maddon, his comments on Stu Sternberg and the Rays plus we play Would You Rather with Chris Mathis!

TKras was joined by former Rays manager Joe Maddon on The Drive, what does he think of the Rays right now, Tropicana Field and Stu Sternberg?

In the show's second hour, TKras had a great conversation with former Rays manager Joe Maddon on The Drive regarding the future of the Rays, plus, should Stu Sternberg sell? We also talked Buccaneers football too!

In Episode 115 of The TBD Podcast, Garrett sits down with Tampa Bay sports insider JP Peterson to break down the latest on the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium saga. From failed deals in St. Petersburg to behind-the-scenes negotiations with new ownership groups, JP explains why Major League Baseball has finally had enough of Stu Sternberg and why a move to Tampa is more likely than ever. They discuss potential stadium locations, how Tampa business leaders are stepping up, and what this means for the future of baseball in the region. If you're a Rays fan or just curious about one of the biggest business moves in Tampa history, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

95.3 WDAE Morning Show co-host Aaron Jacobson gives his take on Rays owner Stu Sternberg backing out of the stadium deal.

Pat and Aaron play audio from Commissioner Ken Hagan in which he talked about Stu Sternberg and a potential new ownership group here in Tampa Bay for the Rays.

Defector's own Jasper Wang joins Drew and Roth to share the true crime story that happened to him. Can you solve the mystery of the burst pipes in Montana? Speaking of, these NFL teams are busted, as revealed by their free agency performance! In the second half of the episode, they explore the possibilities of the MLB forcing Tamba Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg to sell. And they listen to some voicemail Funbag questions, answering real questions from real voicemails.Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutThe Jets are SuccessionWhat's Mike Tomlin's Standard Now? | DefectorMLB and other owners pressuring Rays owner Stu Sternberg to sell the teamRob Manfred Is The Face Of An Elite Mutiny Against Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg | DefectorSponsors- Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order at https://blueland.com/distraction- HelloFresh, where you can get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/hellofreshpodcast- Raycon, where you can get up to 20% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds at https://buyraycon.com/distractionCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Eric Silver- Editor: Brandon Grugle- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tampa Smokers night at the Tampa Baseball Museum in Ybor with Joe Maddon & Larry Rothschild https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/Rays Fans Stadium FatigueRays owner, Stu Sternberg's, past challenges with minority owners of RaysStu's staunch support of community charities & representation with Pride Night & Heritage Nights. Some conservatives not pleasedSt Pete Deal in questionMarch 31st Deadline  -  Rays Matt Silverman, Stu Sternberg, St Pete & $700 millionShouldn't Rays have had a better “What IF” plan BJP Peterson scoop on buyers of Tampa Bay Rays 3 groups of potential buyers: Joe Molloy & DeBartolo familyDan Doyle of Dex ImagingCarter McCain with mystery out of town investorsWhat about Darryl ShawDeBartolo pardoned by Donald Trump – how that might impact saleAlternate locations for Rays if St Pete deal goes awry – Ybor City, Florida State Fairgrounds, Orlando or relocate Yankees & move Rays into a remodeled George Steinbrenner FieldWould Fairgrounds location get support from Ron DeSantis & Trump?Historical look at McCourts ownership of LA Dodgers & MLB CommissionerRays saga could be a movie with George Clooney playing StuValue of an Open Air stadium comparisons between Montreal's Big O stadium “parking lot” experience compared to the outdoor beauty of FenwayLate summer heat and health of minor league players in FloridaSt Pete Real Estate Development agreement with Stu includes 65 acres at a greatly reduced value priceAL East - Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays injuries Impact of losing Gerritt Cole, Luis Gil, Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieuYankees will need more runs from Anthony Volpe, Cody Bellinger, Paul GoldschmidtBraves passed on Max Fried – aging & injuries?Red Sox injuries include Brayan Bello, Lucas Giolito, Kutter Crawford, Sandoval . . .Orioles & Grayson RodriguezJays injuries include Max Scherzer, Alek Manoah & Eric SwansonRays healthiest in AL East – Shane McClanahan is back and pitching rotation is strongCurtis Mead is getting extra opportunities in Spring TrainingRays Versatile Roster includes a strong bench with Curtis Mead, Richie Palacio & Curtis MeadLooking forward to Ha-Seong Kim and Danny Jansen this season with the RaysMat's Rays Trifecta – New Stadium, Playoff Run & World SeriesSpecial Thanks to the Nurses, Doctors & staff at South Florida Baptist HospitalFollow Mat on Blue Sky at  https://bsky.app/profile/matgermain.bsky.socialYou can find Mark on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward

Bobby shares a dispatch from the Cactus League before he and Alex discuss a bevy of news items from the past week — including Gerrit Cole's impending Tommy John surgery, Fanatics and Ticketmaster teaming up to make a steaming pile of garbage, and reports that Rob Manfred and a cohort of owners are pressuring Stu Sternberg to sell the Rays so that they can stay in Tampa. Then, Bobby and Alex are joined by 'Eephus' director Carson Lund to discuss his debut feature — a unique and incredibly lived-in story about the final day of a men's adult baseball league and the emotionality baked into baseball (in its many forms). Links:⁠POWER HOUR SUBMISSION FORM⁠Find out more about 'Eephus'Rob Manfred pressuring Sternberg to sell Rays⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Tipping Pitches Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipping Pitches merchandise ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipping Pitches features original music from Steve Sladkowski of PUP.

Pat and Aaron revisit Rays talk with the latest on Stu Sternberg potentially selling the Rays. How close is a new ownership group? We tell you here.

In "The Bar" we discuss the Bucs big moves and what it means for the NFL Draft next month.   We also talk Rob Manfred's frustration with Stu Sternberg and the Rays Stadium issues and we wrap by looking at Todd Golden being denied SEC Coach of the Year Honors.

BEST OF - Stu Sternberg is under pressure to sell the Rays; FEMA fires three supervisors in wake of Hurricane Milton political discrimination; Anna Paulina Luna partners with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on credit card interest caps; Florida woman attacked man with a Pringles can, White House Correspondent Jon Decker reports on Trump's endorsement of the House GOP budget plan. ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous says the DOJ has opened an investigation into major egg producers amid rising prices.

Pat and Aaron take a call from a listener who claims he knows one of the rumored names that is interested in potentially buying the Rays from Stu Sternberg. Find out who here.

Pat and Aaron carry on conversation about the hot topic of who might end purchasing the Rays from Stu Sternberg if he does sell. How involved is Commissioner Manfred? We tell you here.

Pat and Aaron wrap up today's Rays conversation with their final thoughts on the recent Rays ownership rumors that Stu Sternberg will sell the team soon.

Pat and Aaron continue discussing the latest Rays rumors that dropped last night and that a new ownership group will be in contention to buy the Rays sooner than some may have expected.

Pat and Aaon open today shows with the news that broke last night that Stu Sternberg is reportedly interested in selling the Rays and there are multiple groups/names involved in the rumor. Find out who here.

Pat and Aaron revisit the Rays stadium situation and what Stu Sternberg and Rob Manfred have discusses this week. Is Stu all-in on the Rays? We debate here!

Pat and Aaron open up the show today with what Stu Sternberg had to say at the "State of the Bay" press conference yesterday as he commented on the immediate future of the Rays and their ongoing stadium situation.

Pat and Aaron keep the conversation going on Stu Sternberg's comments at the State of the Bay press conference yesterday in which he deflected questions about selling the team and new stadium construction beginning.

Pat and Aaron are joined by Tampa Bay Times Journalist Colleen Wright for everything on her experience at the State of the Bay event yesterday including her spin on what Stu had to say about the Rays future in Tampa Bay.

Caleb Durbin – more like Dustin Pedroia or Jon Berti style of player?Durbin is ElectricWhat can we expect from the Blue Jays in the AL EastBlue Jays pitching is getting older but not as dominant in past yearsWhat do they have for pitching in the minors Willy Adames encourages Corbin Burnes to join the Giants rotationsFree Agents at large – Tommy Pham, Charlie Morton, Kirby Yates, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander, Many older pitchers may wait until mid-season until they sign like Roger ClemensOther pitchers still as free agents include Patrick Burnes, Jose Quintana, Sean ManaeaTampa Bay Rays need more experienced leaders for their team – Charlie Morton & Jason HeywardWizard of Oz, Rob Manfred came to Tampa BayGeorge Steinbrenner Field – Yankees Spring Training Stu Sternberg strategy for the future of the TB Rays ballpark Pinellas County Commissioner Chris Latvala loves MLB Commissioner Rob ManfredWill MLB pay the cost overruns for the new Rays Stadium and find a new owner for the Tampa Bay RaysGeorge M. Steinbrenner Field – 2025 Home Field for Tampa Bay RaysHow will a healthy Brandon Lowe, Josh Lowe & Jonathan Aranda impact the 2025 seasonJanet Marie Smith, VP of Planning & Development – Fenway, Camden Yards & Dodgers StadiumChristmas Lobster Dinner with Mat's family – plus breakfast Creamed Lobster with Scrambled EggsStrawberry Pretzel Dessert Dish Christmas favorite with Mark's familyCurt Flood's Christmas Eve letter to Bowie Kuhn – precursor to Free AgencyTed Lindsay – linchpin of the players union in Canada – another courageous player who fought for the rights of all playersCurt Flood issue with Cardinals and they did not want to pay his salaryFlood collected the first hit in a major league game in Canada. General Hospital has nothing on Major League BaseballComparing Nolan Arenado's & Curt Flood's experience with the CardinalsChristmas wishes – no blackouts of ballgamesRemember to thank those who serve us both near and far awayReminder to serve others who are in need or people who do not have someone to celebrate the holydays with.Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas. Ho, Ho, Ho,Just a reminder you can find Mat at  M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. That's @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social

Pat and Aaron listen to Pinellas Commissioner Chris Latvala's opening statement at the Rays Stadium bond vote yesterday and it seems he has had a change of heart. What does he think about Rays owner Stu Sternberg? That's a different story.

The guys discuss their thoughts on Stu Sternberg and whether he will still own the Rays in 2028. Click here!

TKras weighs in on the future of the Rays and Stu Sternberg too. Will he be the owner in 2028?

Craig reports on his short getaway to Cleveland, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Progressive Field. The hosts speculate on stadium drama in Oakland, Tampa and Anaheim. The Mariners blew a 10-game lead in the American League West over a 24-game period, but will anyone remember in October if Seattle hangs on to win the division anyway? Craig and Rex glance at famous late-season collapses in baseball history.  We want All-Stars in their team uniforms and the national anthem performance at Monday's home run derby is a microcosm on what's wrong with the modern music business in 2024.Links:Jason Burke, "Interesting Wrinkle to Oakland A's Relocation Saga" Oakland A's on SI, July 19, 2024.Neal deMause, "Rays owner Stu Sternberg set to win approval of $1B+ stadium subsidy after giving free tickets to city councilmember" Field of Schemes, July 18, 2024.Noah Biesiada, "Angels Get Millions for Cancellation of Stadium Sale After FBI Investigation," voiceofoc.com, July 15, 2024.Episodes Referenced:205 - Baseball at War: Working and Playing Ball in the Bethlehem Steel League w/ William Ecenbarger 189 - Baseball, Chemical Warfare and The Great War w/ Jim Leeke 172 - They Were Two People Desperate to Stay in the Game w/ Bob LeMoine 163 - A Journey Through Mallparks w/ Prof. Michael T. Friedman143 - The Rays Are Getting Their New Stadium w/ Dr. Elizabeth Strom 88 - Please Do Not Burn Down the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 45A - Shavermetrics w/ Scott Russell and Bill "Spaceman" Lee (Radio Edit)  -->Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tT8d3pVUsN-->You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including the books featured in this episode, through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - www.hooksandruns.comHooks & Runs on TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@hooksandrunsHooks & Runs on Twitter - https://twitter.com/thehooksandrunsRex von Pohl (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/ Hosts Emeritus:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokLink: https://www.tiktok.com/@hofffest Eric on FacebookLink: https://www.facebook.com/ichabodericMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (Premium Beat)     This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum. 

Colleen Wright journalist of TampaBay.com discusses St. Pete Council approval of new Tampa Bay Rays stadium & the long journey to get thereCouncil Votes & ReactionsRecent council decisions were expected, with minor changes to environmental & sustainability language The council vote went as expected, with a 5-3 split Strengthened language in the contract aimed to ensure implementation of standards, not just aspirationsMat watched the council meeting & acknowledged the valid concerns raised Contract Language & ConcernsTweaks were made to tighten the deal, particularly concerning the resale of publicly owned land Concerns about "Rays or Hines affiliates" receiving property without clear definitions Council member, pushed for clearer contract terms & transparency Development TimelineStadium completion targeted by 2028 300 affordable housing units are expected by 2030Full development build-out will span 30 years The stadium will remain county-owned, with the Rays controlling broadcasting, naming rights, concessions, & ticket revenues Discussion on the financial benefits for Rays' owner, Stu Sternberg, including the potential increase in team valuation with the new stadium Community Impact & Long-Term VisionThe deal has mixed reactions, with some community members & groups wanting a more equitable deal Concerns over future enforceability of contract terms Importance of written contracts for ensuring commitments are met over time The development will include a fresh food market, though its completion is not legally required until 2045 The project is subject to various permits & zoning changes, with groundbreaking expected in 2025 The importance of timely development to avoid losing the Rays as a key part of the project The project is expected to significantly impact the area, with phased developments over 30 years Continued scrutiny & clear contractual terms are crucial for the project's success & community satisfaction Kudos to Colleen Wright & St Pete Times team for their coverage of the RaysStu Sternberg's longstanding commitment to St. Pete Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_    Mark can be found on Twitter x.com  @TheBaseballBiz & and at  http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz is on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

15 days before St Pete council votes on new stadium81 games - at halfway pointRays' hovering around 500, recent Seattle Mariners winning 2 of 3 in seriesImportance of maintaining momentum into JulyPaul Skenes' pitching & comparisons to Randy JohnsonYandy Díaz's hitting streaksGreat performances - Ben Rortvedt, Ahmed Rosario, & Randy ArozarenaPraise for Jose Siri's defensive skills & offensive contributionsRays' batting lineup & how it has evolvedBalancing the lineup & keeping pitchers honestMat's perspective on Kevin Cash's managerial decisionsImportance of team collaboration & decision-making Debate on pitching decision on Ryan PepiotAnalysis of managing pitchers' workload & maintaining their confidencePlays by Richie Palacios & Jose CaballeroCaballero's aggressive baserunningPraise for Siri's showmanship & defensive prowess in center fieldKevin Cash's Leadership Tenure & his approach to managing the teamConsistent performanceCollaborative style & his role in the Rays' successesSpeculations on the Rays' strategies for the second half of the seasonImportance of maintaining offensive momentum & making strategic additions at trade deadlineRays' prospects & potential movesOptimistic outlook for the Rays Washington Nationals &  Rays, comparing their records  &  standings Nationals 38-42 record, similar to the Rays, despite having more lossesFlorida Baseball Biz Introduction to a new episode of Florida Baseball Biz featuring the coach of Tampa Jesuit High School, Miguel MenendezDoug Wechter & Gary Sheffield – parents in the standsUpcoming OpponentsOverview of the Rays' upcoming opponents: Royals, Rangers, Yankees, & GuardiansAnalysis of Yankees' recent struggles & the Guardians' strong performanceAll-Star Voting Deadlines Minor League Updates - Montgomery Biscuits clinching playoffs Highlights of players' performances in minor leagues, including Jeffrey Springs & Trevor MartinYankees' Challenges - Discussion on Yankees' roster issues & potential trade rumors involving Vladimir Guerrero Jr Rays Front Office Dynamics - Deep dive into the impact of front office decisions on team performance  &  fan engagementDifferent franchises' front office cultures & their influence on successAnalysis of ownership influence, focusing on Stu Sternberg's management of the Rays & future expectationsHow long will Stu Sternberg remain the Rays' owner after new stadium is builtSteinbrenner model?Minor Leagues movement – Curtis Mead, DeLuca, Brandon Lowe Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_    Mark can be found on Twitter x.com  @TheBaseballBiz & and at  http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz is on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

Retirement of Angel Hernandez, controversial MLB umpire.Mat Germain suggests that umpires over 60 should retire due to declining reflexes and eyesight.Mark Corbett and Mat Germain talk about other umpires like CB Buckner and Joe West, noting that Joe West started a podcast after retirement.Discussion about various sports personalities who have ventured into podcasting, including former Yankees' CC Sabathia and Rays' Pete Fairbanks.What would a Tyler Glasnow podcast  sound like  - “potty mouth”Harold Ramirez and Ahmed Rosario pollMat Germain analyzes the Rays' performance against left-handed and right-handed pitchingLineup changes made by Kevin Cash.Mat Germain mentions Richie Palacios' success against certain types of pitches and criticizes the lack of playing time for Harold Ramirez.Randy Arozarena's should he be sent down to AAA for motivation.Potential call-ups from AAA, including Austin Shenton and Rene Pinto, and the importance of balancing offense and defense in player selection.Mat Germain questions what Randy Arozarena's legacy will be in Tampa if he is sent down or traded.Question about Randy Arozarena's legacy if he were to leave the Rays.Kevin Cash's Frustration: Mark Corbett expresses that it must be frustrating for Kevin Cash to deal with players' personalities, as they need to step up or not.Injuries and Absences: Mat Germain notes that key players like Jeffrey Springs, Shane Baz, Brandon McKay, and Junior Caminero are not returning, necessitating reliance on fringe players.Opportunities for Fringe Players: Mat Germain advocates giving fringe players like Ruben Cardenas and Tristan Peters a chance to play and prove themselves.Josh Lowe's Struggles: Josh is currently dealing with injuries, hoping he recovers post-All-Star break.Front Office Decisions: Eric Neander and Stu Sternberg are they willing to invest in the 2024 roster given the team's current performance.Attendance Issues: Mat & Mark discuss the decline in attendance and its potential relation to ongoing stadium issues and fan fatigue.Stadium Location Concerns: Mat Germain points out the lack of aggression from City of Tampa to secure the Rays' stadium, suggesting Yankees fans might be influencing the decision.Negro League Stats in MLB: BaseballBiz On Deck celebrates the inclusion of thes stats in MLB history, noting the impact on historical rankings and records.Praise Bob Kendricks' work in promoting Negro League history and achievements.Inclusion of Negro League stats results in Josh Gibson topping the all-time career batting average leader list.Combination of Willie Mays MLB & Negro League statsPotential Hall of Fame Inductions: Mat Germain speculates that the updated stats might lead to new Hall of Fame inductions.Ryan Pepiot's strong performance on the mound, comparing his style to Roy Halladay's and suggesting he could bring back complete games for the Ray Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_    Mark can be found on Twitter x.com  @TheBaseballBiz & and at  http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

Colleen Wright, journalist with the Tampa Bay Times visits with Mat & Mark to discuss the status of the new Tampa Bay Rays stadium proposal in St. Pete.History of the Tampa Bay Rays Stadium Saga                          2008 Mayor Rick Baker and the Al Lang StadiumMayor Kriseman allows Rays to look at Tampa                Tampa initiative approves fruitless2022 Mayor Welch scraps Kriseman proposals & requests new proposals from Rays & Hines January 2023 began Rays/HinesSeptember 2023 outline a deal 1.3 billion dollar stadium, 700 million from the RaysRedevelopment portion $6.5 billion 30 year project includes redevelopment, retail, museum, open space, housing Council & attorney Lisette Hanewicz puts a sharp eye to the contract and finds there are some questions that still need to be answeredMat asks about a change in the mood in negotiations once Montreal Sister Cities program was squashedNot a lot of outward drama. No signs of acrimony between Rays and the City of St. Petersburg during the process.Rays have been wise in negotiations with players and trades will they bring that same mentality to complete the deal with St. PeteMust have at least a 5 to 3 vote from St. Pete council for the stadiumNo termination clause  If not done before August the stadium could become a political topic prior to the upcoming electionsSome council members are against the principle of giving public money to a private enterpriseSome critics agree with the Rays to Stay but fix the deal – Sierra Club exampleTighten up the loose endsWhen asked what Rays would do in a worse case scenario –  response has been  ‘We are dealing with the situation in front of us'Mayor Welch agrees with some points from the councilMinimum requirements v Targeted goals – contractors are not legally bound to these "Responsibility – Lissette Hanewicz pointed out that parties of the agreement are not named in some of the documents65 acres of land being sold at a deep discount City will be putting down 142 million for infrastructure Miami stadium deal & LeBron James – 2010 Miami, FLMiami Marlins Stadium a cautionary tale for St. Pete St. Pete politicians very different than Miami politiciansCrystal Ball: Will we have an agreement by Mid-July?June 13th last time council meet before summer vacation before returning in JulyHow does a reporter prepare for a 16 hour day with Council workshopsColleen & the Miami Marlins or Miami HeatNaming Rights fornew Stadium – Has City requested a part of that revenue$50 million community benefits packagePenalties are relatively low if affordable housing is not met30 year deal – when will the team need another new stadiumRays will be on the hook for paying any upgradesKudos to Colleen Wright & St Pete Times team for their coverage of the RaysStu Sternberg's longstanding commitment to St. Pete C Post Show updates from Colleen's tweetsSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

RaysUp Mat Germain & Mark Corbett tracking the Rays with 25% of the season gonePlus St. Pete Stadium agreement it's closer than you thinkFirst quarter lackluster performance of Tampa Bay RaysCivale is pitching well but needs to work on pitching mixTaj Bradley - great mindset - Future AceBats warming up DeLuca, Lowe, Arozarena, CaballeroPulling for future of Brendan McKay - relief pitcher?Red Sox game 2 loss in Boston, Rays missed opportunitiesStealing Bases - who gets the green light - CaballeroUpcoming AL East RivalsAustin Shenton - should have been given more at bats in AprilNew Rays Stadium in St Pete deadlines closing in2023 January - Colleen Wright asks Brian Auld, Rays president, on future location of RaysWhen do the shovels go into the ground2-pronged project (1) Economic Development (2) New Rays Stadium in St. PeteQuestions on how projects and responsibilities are tiedPenalties if affordable housing criterion is not metWhat happens if Rays ownership changes during 30 year agreementProjected schedule & deadlines of St. Pete Council to signAtlanta Braves modelStadium Naming RevenueLet's get it doneRays Potential Promotions in minor leagues include:Tre' Morgan & Xavier IsaacPrediction of future trades include Harold Ramirez & SiriStill waiting for Junior CamineroThanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_    Mark can be found on Twitter x.com  @TheBaseballBiz & and at  http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays owner Stu Sternberg, manager Kevin Cash, 2nd baseman Brandon Lowe & voices of the Rays Andy Freed & 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

Tampa Bay Rays principal owner Stu Sternberg joined The Drive from Tropicana Field on Opening Day.

Mat Germain @Mat_Germain_ & Mark talk about the first days of MLB Spring Training.Spring Training weather – Canada or FloridaCan't take Spring Training seriously just ask Nolan RyanMat highlights Trevor Martin's pitching performance for the Rays, and his potential for the future.Battery sparks - pairing pitchers & catchers and the role of catchers like Rob Brantley in mentoring young pitchers.Mat shares his background, starting with blogging about the Blue Jays and later focusing on the Rays due to an opportunity and his appreciation for their approach for their game.MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays  Top 100 prospects – 4 Rays #4 Junior Caminero – SS/3B #20 Carson Williams – SS (what about Walls) #55 Curtis Mead 3B/2B #58 Xavier Isaac – 1B What about - Austin SchendonKudos to owner Stu Sternberg and the impact of Erik Neander's leadership.Mat praises Neander for his targeted approach to acquisitions and player development.They briefly discuss the MLB's prospect rankings for the Rays, mentioning players like Junior Caminero, Carson Williams, Curtis Meade, and Xavier Isaac.Mat discusses the importance of monitoring player health and performance, particularly Blake Snell and Michael Montgomery.The hosts speculate on the Rays' financial flexibility and potential roster moves, especially regarding top prospects like Junior Caminero.They mention an exhibition game between the Rays and the Red Sox in the Dominican Republic on March 9th.Mat discusses the emotional and physical toll on young athletes like Wander Franco, emphasizing the need for support and guidance.They criticize the quality of MLB uniforms, suggesting that improvements should be made.Mark and Mat highlight the Rays' success in developing front office personnel, contrasting it with other teams' experiences.They express excitement for the upcoming season and encourage fans to support the Rays.Uniforms - Will a new MLB Commissioner bring a fresh perspective on marketing Dominican Republic Spring Training game Boston Red Sox v Tampa Bay RaysWhat will happen to the Wander Franco millions. Spend it on Junior Caminero? X-Rays – Jake Cronenworth with the Padres, Mike Brosseau with the Royals and Matt Quartraro, Joey Wendle and gloveless love, Willie Adames in Milwaukee. Could Blake Snell come back with a 1-year contract with the RaysTampa Bay Rays Front Office & Coaching Migrations subject for a future episode. Theo Epstein and the Red SoxErik Neander & Andy Friedman building a successful team withray Stu SternbergCompetitive nature of hungry Tampa Bay Rays players this Spring Training 100 Game Winner this year?Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch find more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_   Mark can be found on Twitter @TheBaseballBiz & at http://www.baseballbizondeck.comJust remember to subscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and Spotify

On Monday, Jay Recher kicked off the program with the latest on the Rays and comments made by Stu Sternberg, plus a little USF Bulls talk and more! You don't want to miss it!

As the Tampa Bay Rays finalize the deal on a new stadium and head to the MLB playoffs, and the Bucs start their season in winning form, could our region be 'Champa Bay' once more? The deal has been a long time in the making, and as owner Stu Sternberg noted, the road to remain in Tampa Bay has been bumpy. The Rays talked of building a stadium in Tampa. Then they wanted to play one-half of the season in Montreal before that got shot down by Major League Baseball. Joining Florida Matters host Matthew Peddie to discuss the new stadium and what it means for the Rays are Spectrum Bay News 9 sports reporter Mike Cairns, long time Tampa Bay sports journalist Joey Johnston, and JoeBucsFan.com columnist and podcast host Ira Kaufman. They also discuss the Rays heading into the MLB playoffs, the Buccaneers in the post-Tom Brady era and the Lightning preparing for the start of the 2023-24 NHL season.

The Tampa Bay Rays stadium saga is seemingly over! As per Marc Topkin, the Rays will be unveiling an agreement for a new stadium to be built in downtown St. Pete. For so many years, Rays fans have been waiting for a statement that puts some finality into this never-ending topic and it seems that's exactly what they will get at 10 am on Tuesday morning. Rays owner Stu Sternberg is seemingly going to be putting forth around $600 million on the $1.2 billion project for the 30,000 capacity stadium to be opened for the 2028 season.Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The Tampa Bay Rays stadium saga is seemingly over! As per Marc Topkin, the Rays will be unveiling an agreement for a new stadium to be built in downtown St. Pete. For so many years, Rays fans have been waiting for a statement that puts some finality into this never-ending topic and it seems that's exactly what they will get at 10 am on Tuesday morning. Rays owner Stu Sternberg is seemingly going to be putting forth around $600 million on the $1.2 billion project for the 30,000 capacity stadium to be opened for the 2028 season. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Mike Francesa interviews Tampa Bay Rays owner Stu Sternberg. They discuss the team's 13-0 start and their potential to break the all-time record. Sternberg offers insights into how the organization continues to thrive.

Josh Weaver, Managing Coordinator for the Tampa Bay Museum & Fan Host with the Tampa Bay Rays shares his experiences on Opening Day at the Trop and a visit to the Tampa Baseball MuseumOpening Day with the Tampa Bay Rays Start with dropping the banner for the 2022 AL Wild Card “Big Game” James Shields – throwing out the opening pitch Shields, Carl Crawford & Joe Maddon were pivotal to the franchise turnaround Opening Day talent brought the excitement - Wander Franco, Jose Siri, Manuel Margot & World Baseball Classic star, Randy Arozarena Rays Talent continues & Kevin Cash keeps the engine running Cash visited Siri at home during off-season Principal owner, Stu Sternberg visited with the Fan Host pre-game to share his appreciation "Baseball is Back" All smiles on Opening Day - Josh tells the story of both Detroit & Rays Fans enjoying the game Young fan shares an Opening Day ball from a Detroit Tiger player on the field Baseball bridges all languages with fans Creating a safe and memorable experience for a first time visit to a ball field Former Tampa Bay Ray, Austin Meadows – a fan favorite who has become an advocate for mental healthFormer Ray, Ben Zobrist, might work on a project for young athletes and mental healthDon (ZimBear) Zimmer will be inducted into the Ray's Hall of FameCarl “The Catch” Crawford's speed can be seen in Wander Franco & SiriTampa Baseball Museum (TBM) teams up with East Bay Youth Athletics Little League & Malcolm Sweat Florida Sports Hall of Fame & TBM threw a special event  Baseball, Bourbon & Cigars - Fans had 1 on 1 experiences with sports legends,  Johnny Damon, Mike Heath, Buc's Super Bowl champions & NHL Hockey legend – Phil EspositoA walk through the Tampa Baseball Museum and the home of Al LopezTampa is full of World Series champions and great players like Gary Sheffield, Tino Martinez, Pete Alonso, Doc Gooden, Lance McCullers Jr. to name a few.Great and unexpected guests that visit the museum and share their stories2 Tampa Bay area players, Lance McCullers & Kyle Tucker from 2022 Astros World Series champions 25 Yeas Ago – Tampa natives, Luis Gonzales & Wade Boggs broke in the first Tampa Bay Rays gamesJosh invites everyone to visit the Tampa Baseball Museum  to play Trivia games and see “Pete's Cleats” plus the Wall of Legendary autographed balls  Tampa Baseball Museum is open Thursday, Friday & Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM For more information on the museum visit https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/For more information on Mental Health you may reach out to the National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) Thanks to Malcolm Sweat for all that he and his team does for baseball youth at East Bay Youth Athletics Little LeagueBaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, Spotify & Google podcastsMark can be reached by DM on Twitter @TheBaseballBi

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day win behind 6 scoreless innings from Shane McClanahan, owner Stu Sternberg's comments on a new stadium and the Lightning beat the Capitals to move even closer to clinching a playoff berth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Freed & Neil Solondz honor the late Dave Wills with Stu Sternberg, Kevin Cash, Marc Topkin, Joe Maddon, friends & MLB colleagues 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

MAILBAG EPISODE!The Tampa Bay Rays need offense. How can they go about getting some bats? Free Agents will cost Stu Sternberg a pretty penny. So, can the lineup be improved through trades? If so, will Drew Rasmussen or Jeffrey Springs be trade chips used to get said bats? Also, there are reports that Bryan Reynolds is malcontent in Pittsburgh and would like to get traded. What would a package look like to obtain the talented bat of Reynolds? Make sure to leave your trade packages in the comments below!Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRays#Rays #RaysUp #LockedOnRays #RaysBaseball #TampaBay #TampaBayRays #ChampaBay #TeamTampaBay #TBRays #MLBPodcastSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BetOnlineThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.net! BetOnline - the fastest and easiest way to wager on all your favorite sports and play your favorite games. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!SimpliSafeToday's episode of Locked On Rays is sponsored by SimpliSafe Home Security. With Fast Protect™️ Technology, exclusively from SimpliSafe, 24/7 monitoring agents capture evidence to accurately verify a threat for faster police response. There's No Safe Like SimpliSafe. Visit SimpliSafe dot com slash LockedOnMLB to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘disclosure' as in hidden as in Freddie Freeman as in a report came out last night that Freddie Freeman's agent Casey Close had withheld the Atlanta Braves last offer to Freeman. Just insanity. There is no way this happened. There is no way Alex Anthopolous wouldn't reach out to Freeman. There is no way any of the Braves wouldn't have reached out to Freeman. So what is going on here? (16:15) So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me about the Tampa Bay Rays owner being sued again by his limited partners. You wanted to know if Stu Sternberg would be forced to sell. Hmmmmm. (32:35) Review: Leave No Trace. (37:35) NPPOD. (38:35) James Harden opted out of his $47M option. Why did he do this? The Sixers are going to pay him more money. Very simple. (42:20) What is the MLB Anti-Trust Exemption? What makes it so important? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices