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Sam runs through several big local sports headlines before sending it back — including which Tampa Bay Rays players are representing their countries in the World Baseball Classic, the Florida Gators men's basketball winning the Southeastern Conference regular season title for the first time since 2014, updates from Hillsborough Community College community meetings involving the Rays, and the South Florida Bulls men's basketball clinching the outright American Athletic Conference title.

Sam runs through the biggest local headlines — including Shane McClanahan returning to the Tampa Bay Rays, Rays players competing in the World Baseball Classic, the recent skid for the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Florida Gators men's basketball winning the Southeastern Conference regular season title for the first time since 2014, and the South Florida Bulls men's basketball clinching the outright American Athletic Conference title.

Sam breaks down the biggest questions in Tampa Bay sports — weighing the pros and cons of key players, teams, and storylines. From the Tampa Bay Rays roster moves to the Tampa Bay Lightning struggles and college programs like Florida Gators basketball and South Florida Bulls basketball, Sam tells listeners what he's buying, what he's selling, and why.

Sam breaks down the upcoming matchups around Tampa Bay, including key games for the Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, and local college teams. He highlights players to watch, potential storylines, and what fans should be excited about in the week ahead.

Will time treat Brandon Hyde's tenure as Orioles skipper kindly? full 819 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:43:29 +0000 FCZ5eH8u8OquNhS8u1gxyi5FHvG4z2oe mlb,tampa bay rays,baltimore orioles,sports The Big Bad Morning Show mlb,tampa bay rays,baltimore orioles,sports Will time treat Brandon Hyde's tenure as Orioles skipper kindly? 5:30a-10a weekdays on 105.7 The FAN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodc

Today's word of the day is ‘evaluate' as in Chris Ilitich as in the Detroit Tigers as in Tarik Skubal as in labor disputes as in World Series. What the heck am I talking about? Well, the the Tigers owner had a lot to say, but also nothing to say. Does he have thoughts on MLB's CBA negotiation? Talk to MLB. Does he want to sign Skubal? Talk to the team president. (16:40) The Tampa Bay Rays used AI for their rendering video. People were NOT happy. Let's discuss the means they used and why the team felt the need to do this. (23:31) FIFA is having some problems. And water is wet. The 2026 World Cup is so close you hear the vuvuzelas already. And there are major issues still happening. (35:30) Review: Ella McCay. (37:52) Tom Brady is trying to do everything. He wants to stay the man. From FOX to the Las Vegas Raiders to now a flag football league in… Saudi Arabia? Well, that was the plan, until it wasn't. (46:44) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘evaluate' as in Chris Ilitich as in the Detroit Tigers as in Tarik Skubal as in labor disputes as in World Series. What the heck am I talking about? Well, the the Tigers owner had a lot to say, but also nothing to say. Does he have thoughts on MLB's CBA negotiation? Talk to MLB. Does he want to sign Skubal? Talk to the team president. (16:40) The Tampa Bay Rays used AI for their rendering video. People were NOT happy. Let's discuss the means they used and why the team felt the need to do this. (23:31) FIFA is having some problems. And water is wet. The 2026 World Cup is so close you hear the vuvuzelas already. And there are major issues still happening. (35:30) Review: Ella McCay. (37:52) Tom Brady is trying to do everything. He wants to stay the man. From FOX to the Las Vegas Raiders to now a flag football league in… Saudi Arabia? Well, that was the plan, until it wasn't. (46:44) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor At Large Ashley Kritzer explains how potential property tax cuts have become a concern for local officials deciding on Tampa Bay Rays ballpark funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TKras remembers the great Dave Wills, former Tampa Bay Rays broadcaster who passed away 3 years ago today

Neil Solondz of Rays Radio joins TKras for a great conversation as we celebrate Neil's birthday and talk all things Tampa Bay Rays. The guys dive into the latest from Spring Training, what's standing out early, and which players Rays fans should be keeping an eye on as the season approaches. Neil shares insights from camp, early storylines, and what the team could look like heading into the new year. They also take time to remember a beloved voice of the Rays, the great Dave Wills, reflecting on his impact on the organization, the broadcast booth, and the Tampa Bay community.

Round 7 of our 5th annual Big 3 & NEXT Big 3 Prospects series for all 30 MLB teams features your hosts Benjamin Chase (@biggentleben), veteran dynasty baseball aficionado who's also a known catcher hater Robbie Baseball (@robbiebaseball1) & the venerable Sam Wirsching (@favgameshowhost). The fellas dive into the Big 3 and NEXT Big 3 prospects for the Cleveland Guardians, Tampa Bay Rays & Houston Astros. Just to be clear, the fellas throw out a few more names beyond the top 6 just because they simply cannot help themselves. SUB our YouTube channel & Discord while making sure to follow us on social media @pallazzopodcast and email us at pallazzopodcast@gmail.com2026 Pallazzo Podcast Invitational 50 Round Draft & Hold:https://nfc.shgn.com/signup/baseball/PALLAZZOPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/pallazzopodcastDiscord:https://discord.gg/M7Aec62HAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Can the Tampa Bay Rays get back to 80+ wins in 2026?

Big changes are coming to Tropicana Field ahead of the 2026 season — and the Tampa Bay Rays are leveling up the fan experience in a major way.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): For a second straight year, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat are ready to preview the rest of the AL East beginning with the Rays to start the division outlook series. Should Tampa be viewed as the team most likely to finish last in the division? Also, there always seems to be magic in the air when it comes to the unexpected success the Rays have, but that time might be coming to an end. And, there is power in Junior Caminero and the return of Shane McClanahan, but Kevin Cash will have his work cut out for him. 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

Ed, Rob, and Jeremy took some time from Friday's BBMS to discuss an ESPN article that ranks former Oriole Cedric Mullins and current Oriole Colton Cowser as two of the best centerfielders in today's game.

Evan Closky of WTSP joins TKras for a jam-packed episode covering all things Tampa Bay sports. They dive into the latest surrounding Mike Evans and the Buccaneers — what's real, what's speculation, and how confident the organization should be moving forward. What does this mean for the Bucs' offense and long-term plans? Plus, they shift gears to the ongoing Rays stadium saga. What's the latest on the concerns, delays, and uncertainty surrounding the future home of the Tampa Bay Rays? How could this impact the team and the Tampa Bay area?

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley report from spring training in Bradenton, Fla., and examine a couple of newcomers in Jake Mangum and Jose Urquidy. How has Mangum been able to make a strong first impression since arriving from the Tampa Bay Rays with teammate Brandon Lowe? What's his role? Will he be able to find a spot in the outfield amongst Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds and Ryan O'Hearn? How did Urquidy look in his Pirates debut? Does his experience give him a leg up in the battle for the fifth spot in the starting rotation alongside Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller? Or does a younger pitcher like Carmen Mlodzinski or Hunter Barco have a better shot? Our duo tackles those topics, then discusses former Pirates manager Derek Shelton appearing in the opposing dugout on Thursday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Research Rundown, host Paul Buchheit of the Philadelphia Phillies sits down with Joe Benge of the Tampa Bay Rays for a big-picture conversation on injury prevention and the evolving role of research in baseball.Together, they discuss how data and experience intersect in player care, how research should inform — but not dictate — clinical decision-making, and what current trends mean for athletic trainers working at both the professional and youth levels. The conversation also touches on workload management, long-term player development, and the responsibility of medical staffs to balance performance with protection.A thoughtful discussion on how research can better serve the health and longevity of players throughout the game.For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Tons of Olympics, including the thrilling Sunday conclusion to the men's hockey Gold Medal win in OT by the USA against Canada leads our conversation and takes, but there's more with MLB and their local/regional/TV rules and the NFL Combine that continues to grow and grow are all part of the latest "LWOS Media Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with co-host this week Jay Betsill of DFWSportsOnline and more!The guys talking the thrilling 2-1 Sunday a.m. win by the Americans that claimed their first Gold in men's hockey in 46 years! Plus, how tremendous was Kenny Albert on the call of all the drama for the men and women's games who's showing hall of fame hockey broadcasting credentials.Also, what about the coverage overall from NBC which reports that they had over 200 million "views" on their platforms of the Olympics over the 2+ weeks. Next, the guys discuss the pending mess of Major League Baseball gretly restricting local/regional broadcasts for those in many markets who aren't use to paying for it? Jay relates what they are doing in Dallas with the Texas Rangers? T.J. has more on the Tampa Bay Rays situation with MLB.TV but also this effects the Reds, the Twins, the Marlins, the Angels and the Tigers fans etc. There's discussion and debate on the massive Duke-Michigan college hoop game for ESPN this Saturday night and the audience and now building to March. Plus, the guys debating for NFL player turned studio analyst for CBS and co-host of CBS This Morning, Nate Burrelson, being given the huge assignment of hosting prime time coverage of the college basketball on CBS. Is this a pending mess?And, the NFL Scouting Combine, which is supposed to be about interviewing and evaluating draft prospects, has turned into such a media circus with the coverage of interviewing coaches and GMs. The guys discuss it all.It's all part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe for more on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.And, read more on LWOS.com/Media too! 

Tons of Olympics, including the thrilling Sunday conclusion to the men's hockey Gold Medal win in OT by the USA against Canada leads our conversation and takes, but there's more with MLB and their local/regional/TV rules and the NFL Combine that continues to grow and grow are all part of the latest "LWOS Media Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with co-host this week Jay Betsill of DFWSportsOnline and more!The guys talking the thrilling 2-1 Sunday a.m. win by the Americans that claimed their first Gold in men's hockey in 46 years! Plus, how tremendous was Kenny Albert on the call of all the drama for the men and women's games who's showing hall of fame hockey broadcasting credentials.Also, what about the coverage overall from NBC which reports that they had over 200 million "views" on their platforms of the Olympics over the 2+ weeks. Next, the guys discuss the pending mess of Major League Baseball gretly restricting local/regional broadcasts for those in many markets who aren't use to paying for it? Jay relates what they are doing in Dallas with the Texas Rangers? T.J. has more on the Tampa Bay Rays situation with MLB.TV but also this effects the Reds, the Twins, the Marlins, the Angels and the Tigers fans etc. There's discussion and debate on the massive Duke-Michigan college hoop game for ESPN this Saturday night and the audience and now building to March. Plus, the guys debating for NFL player turned studio analyst for CBS and co-host of CBS This Morning, Nate Burrelson, being given the huge assignment of hosting prime time coverage of the college basketball on CBS. Is this a pending mess?And, the NFL Scouting Combine, which is supposed to be about interviewing and evaluating draft prospects, has turned into such a media circus with the coverage of interviewing coaches and GMs. The guys discuss it all.It's all part of the "LWOS Media Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe for more on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.And, read more on LWOS.com/Media too! 

TKras talks Rays Baseball with Kevin Cash on Tuesday!

The Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-0 to start Grapefruit League play after a huge day with two wins — one in Clearwater vs. the Philadelphia Phillies and the spring home opener vs. the Tampa Bay Rays. In this end-of-day Pirates podcast recap, Tyler and Doug break down everything they saw: standout performances, early spring takeaways, and what matters most as camp rolls on. Plus, we've got a one-on-one postgame interview from Duce Gourson, who went 1 for 1 with 2 BB and the full post-game press conference with Pirates manager Don Kelly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a video of Brandon Marsh’s hair-wetting, the Phillies’ latest therapy, the Red Sox “home whites” non-disparagement saga, a former team exec’s proposals to promote competitive balance, and the best candidates among MLB players to pit against each other in a “Who ya got?” debate, then preview the 2026 Toronto Blue Jays (55:43) with The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon, and the 2026 Tampa Bay Rays (1:42:53) with MLB.com’s Adam Berry. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: The Spaghettis, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Jonathan Crymes, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Ian H., “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Nate Emerson, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Steele tweet Link to Marsh video Link to Jake on Marsh’s hair routine Link to Baumann on Crawford Link to hyperbaric oxygen therapy article 1 Link to hyperbaric oxygen therapy article 2 Link to Mayo Clinic on hyperbaric oxygen therapy Link to research on efficacy Link to Red Sox jersey change Link to story on changing statements Link to side-by-side statements Link to @RedSox reply Link to Ball on competitive balance Link to Moneyball scene Link to BP on competitive balance Link to Ben on Machado vs. Arenado Link to Ben on Correa vs. Seager Link to Baumann on Conforto vs. Judge Link to Machado vs. Arenado, rest of 2015 Link to Machado vs. Arenado, 2016 on Link to Correa vs. Seager, 2018 on Link to Conforto vs. Judge, start of 2017 Link to Conforto vs. Judge, rest of 2017 Link to Conforto vs. Judge, 2018 on Link to team payrolls page Link to Blue Jays offseason tracker Link to Blue Jays depth chart Link to 2025 team FRV Link to team SP projections Link to Rogers Centre renovations Link to “Toronto” pronunciation Link to Return of the Jedi scene Link to bagged milk Link to Happ on bagged milk Link to Sloan’s website Link to Mitch’s author archive Link to Mitch’s podcast Link to Rays offseason tracker Link to Rays depth chart Link to Dolinar data 1 Link to Dolinar data 2 Link to three-team-trades stat Link to Statcast park factors Link to team WAR projections Link to Shane scene Link to ballpark renderings Link to trial delay Link to Adam’s author archive Link to spring training Opening Day Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

This week on the Baseball America Fantasy podcast we kick off our final offseason series leading up to opening day. Division Prospect Previews! We'll start a division by division look at the top fantasy prospects for each organization. There's a slight tweak we give you two 2026 contributors, two high upside prospects and two prospects we think are underrated. (2:00) Tampa Bay Rays(15:00) Baltimore Orioles(29:00) Boston Red Sox(43:00) New York Yankees(50:00) Toronto Blue JaysOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Romano from the Tampa Bay Times joins Game On to give us an update on the Tampa Bay Rays Stadium situation! What is holding the Tampa Bay Rays back from making this deal to get a new stadium, Can new management can't get this deal done?

TKras got into big news on the Tampa Bay Rays. What will it mean for the rotation?

This morning Katie Sommers has some great news with our Tampa Bay Rays and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TKras discussed a new player in the Tampa Bay Rays threads and what he may contribute to the team in 2026!

In this episode: Republican leaders in the Florida Legislature unveil new state budgets with big funding gaps over everything from affordable housing and AIDS medication to a new baseball stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. At the same time, the state House wants to impose serious spending guardrails and transparency rules on Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Florida Senate does not. Plus: New College of Florida, money sink. An update from Day 35 of Florida's 2026 legislative session.Show notesThe bill's discussed in today's show: House Bill 5001 — General Appropriations ActPassed the House Budget Committee by 26-1 vote (vote sheet)Senate Bill 2500 — AppropriationsHouse Bill 5503 — Trust Funds/Re-creation/Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund/EOGPassed the House Transportation & Economic Development Subcommittee by a 12-0 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 5601 — Higher EducationPassed the House Higher Education Budget Subcommittee by a 9-4 vote (vote sheet)House Bill 437 — Public RecordsPassed the House Justice Budget Subcommittee by a 13-0 vote (vote sheet)The stories discussed in today's show: Buried in the budget: Mike Huckabee, Donald Trump and NewsmaxCorporations could get a $3.5 billion tax break in Florida unless state lawmakers step in to stop itFlorida DOGE Details Disproportionate Spending at New CollegeFinding more room for New College is a state priority, USF board chair saysQuestions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.comListen to the show: Apple | SpotifyWatch the show: YouTube Get full access to Seeking Rents at jasongarcia.substack.com/subscribe

Where do the Rays stack up against the AL East and expectations for the season!

We wanted to bring back one of our favorite interview episodes this week! Justin Su'a is a mental performance coach for the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team and host of our daily favorite podcast, Increase Your Impact. He has worked with top NFL, PGA, MLB, and NCAA athletes, as well as top corporate leaders to improve their mental performance game.  In this episode, we cover the importance of mental performance, the power of self-reflection, doing things by design instead of by default, how to figure out your WHY, and so much more! Topics Covered: - What Is Mental Performance and Why It Matters- How to Train Your Mindset- The Power of Self-Reflection- How to Identify Your “Why”- Doing Things by Design, Not by Default- Using Your Mindset to Regulate Negative Thoughts and Achieve Goals- Your Mind Has Limited Capacity: Why Negativity Crowds Out Growth- The Hidden Habit of Elite Athletes and Top Organizations- Getting Consistent With Nutrition and Trusting the Process- Embracing the Boredom of Consistency- The Law of the Bamboo Tree and Your Fitness Journey- Stop Beating Yourself Up for Starting Late — Start Now---------------------Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching---------------------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ---------------------Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program---------------------Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life!---------------------Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share!---------------------Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here!---------------------Check out our Youtube Channel!---------------------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

It's a Let It Ride Thursday with TKras, packed with major Tampa Bay storylines and big-name guests. TKras breaks down the reality of the Buccaneers' 2026 offseason and whether the buzz around Maxx Crosby to the Bay is actually realistic or just offseason hype. What can the Bucs truly accomplish, and how aggressive should they be? Plus, the latest updates on the Olympics, the Tampa Bay Rays as Spring Training gets underway, and what to watch as the baseball season approaches. Special guest Greg Auman of FOX Sports joins the show with inside intel on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their offseason outlook. We also catch up with Bryan Hodgson, head coach of South Florida Bulls men's basketball, following a big win, and wrap things up with a fun round of Let It Ride. All that and more on a loaded Thursday edition.

First sound of the season from the Tampa Bay Rays

Mark & Matt welcome back Phil Terrano discuss the start of baseball season, Tampa Bay Rays, youth development, travel ball, injuries & the future of the sport. Spring Training Energy in FloridaPitchers & catchers reporting & a new baseball year across Florida & ArizonaTeams arriving & fans prepare for the seasonTampa Bay Rays Fan Fest outdoors this year as finishing touches continue inside the TropRays Talk and Uniform BuzzPossible return of the Rays' road gray uniforms w/ stingray tailTeam's history with alternate uniforms, including Grit & Glow” Baseball in Florida: Growth and ImportanceParticipation from youth to proSpring Training & 2 MLB franchises contribute to sport's presence Ideal stadium locations & long term regional growthSouthern-based winter league w/ existing spring training facilities?Youth Baseball Development and FLETL StoryOrigin of the Florida East Coast Travel League, FLETLBuilt to improve the experience for families, focusing on memories & value rather than profitInnovations include press conferences for kids, enhanced awards & eliminating gate feesInfluencing other organizations to elevate their offeringsPartnership with Prospect Wire to expand nationally & combine strengths across age groupsYouth Sports PhilosophyEmphasis on practice & development rather than constant tournament playEncouraging families to keep perspective about the realities of professional baseballTravel ball should be about experience, growth, and enjoymentCompetition builds confidence & life skillsCreate lasting memoriesManaging Injuries and Player HealthIncreasing injury ratesImportance of rest, strength training, & structured developmentPhil shares his son's experience at Wellington Sports Academy MLB veterans, Devon Travis, of` Detroit Tigers & the Blue Jays and Brad Peacock of the Houston Astros are leading guiding youth at the AcademyFocus on preparing the body for long term success rather than chasing radar gun numbers.Learning proper conditioningDevon Travis' passion for the gameBusiness of Baseball and Media ChangesRegional sports networks, RSN's, shifting to MLB's media divisionStreaming continues to reshape how fans watch gamesTelevision rights remain a major revenue driver for the sportOngoing conversation about competitive balance, payroll gaps, and future labor negotiationsThe Cost of Playing BaseballRising equipment and travel expenses can limit participationPhil discusses Stinger Sports, a company focused on providing quality gear at lower costs.Goal is to make the game more accessible for families while maintaining performance standards.Future Plans and Giving BackPhil considering launching a new charitable initiative, potentially a foundation in memory of his sister.Continued focus on community support and creating opportunities for young athletes. Find out more about Stinger Sports The BEST wood and BBCOR baseball bats, batting gloves, custom uniforms – Stinger Sports  www.stingerwoodbats.comThanks for listening to Baseball Biz On Deck.Like & subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, & at www.baseballbizondeck.com Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social.

TKras is joined by Scott Reynolds of PewterReport for a deep dive into all things Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From offseason priorities to roster-building strategy, the guys break down where this team stands and what needs to happen next. Plus, a blockbuster debate: Would you trade Chris Godwin Jr. OR Antoine Winfield Jr. for Maxx Crosby of the Raiders? Is adding an elite pass rusher worth moving a core piece of the roster? TKras weighs the cap implications, locker room impact, and whether a move like that makes sense for the Bucs right now. Also in the mix, a fun round of Would You Rather, and the latest surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays as key questions continue to hover over the organization. Insight, strong opinions, and plenty of Tampa Bay sports talk all in one episode.

Rob and Jeremy took some time from Tuesday's BBMS to share some of their expectations for the O's as Spring Training opens. Do you feel this team can get back to being one of the best in the AL?

Wait…what happened to the iconic "HCC"? In this episode of the "Money" Market Podcast, host Owen LaFave and Hillsborough College President Dr. Ken Atwater unpack why Hillsborough College dropped "Community" from its name and what that means for Tampa's economic future. From workforce pipelines – FinTech, AI, healthcare, and even drone technology – Hillsborough College is fueling Tampa Bay's workforce and innovation ecosystem. Plus, plot twist, Hillsborough College just entered into a Memo of Understanding (MOU) with the Tampa Bay Rays to explore building a new stadium and mixed-use district on the Dale Mabry campus, potentially creating thousands of jobs and redefining the campus footprint. Ken shares how the college partners directly with major employers, responds to real-time industry needs, and trains talent for jobs that exist right now. This conversation also tackles affordability, enrollment growth, and why two-year colleges educate more Floridians than state universities. Owen and Ken address the Dale Mabry campus headline buzz and what a potential Rays development could mean for students and the region. With a booming $1.3B economic impact and tuition frozen for a decade, Hillsborough College is quietly doing some of the most important work in the Bay area. If you care about jobs, growth, and where Tampa Bay is headed next, you won't want to miss this episode.   WATCH NEXT: THE HIDDEN COST OF GROWTH IN TAMPA WITH GARRETT GRECO https://youtu.be/B8KrG3r6mtY SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_7yNs7dOuyKApAkohqJIQ   Follow The "Money" Market Podcast here:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6e7E0DaJZQkuw339G7nGI4?si=27d047641a1d4b17 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-market-podcast/id1733948143 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneymarketpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneymarketpodcast Website: https://moneymarketpodcast.com   The Bank of Tampa | Member FDIC

The Cardinals' winter of accumulation climaxed with the trade many months in the making: They moved All-Star utility fielder Brendan Donovan in a three-team trade to Seattle and received a windfall that included two of the Mariners' top-10 prospects and two draft picks, one each from the Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays. So, it's time to take stock. What did all of this subtraction actually add to the Cardinals? Back from a brief winter vacation, the Best Podcast in Baseball returns to discuss exactly that. Post-Dispatch editor Nathan Mills joins BPIB host and baseball writer Derrick Goold to explore the ramifications of the Donovan deal and much more on the eve of spring training. The podcast also explores whether the Cardinals should prioritize a contract extension for manager Oli Marmol, what the bigger benefit is for the two draft picks acquired, and what to take from the Cardinals' rise to No. 2 in Baseball America's farm rankings. It wasn't just prospects the Cardinals added this winter. They've got a bigger scouting apparatus -- they call it an acquisitions department -- and they're going to see how big and how soon that pays off.  More Post-Dispatch podcasts.  Please consider subscribing. In its 13th season as one of the first and most widely heard podcasts on baseball and the Cardinals, the Best Podcast in Baseball has reached a new season-high with 30 episodes. Each episode is sponsored weekly by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and lead baseball writer Derrick Goold.

Hillsborough County Commissioners agreed to talks with the Tampa Bay Rays on a new ballpark, but Ryan raises important questions about ownerships ask of local taxpayers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillsborough County Commissioners agreed to talks with the Tampa Bay Rays on a new ballpark, but Ryan raises important questions about ownerships ask of local taxpayers.

Call us at 631-377-4869 and leave a voicemail! So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! We start things off with Fantatics. What a week for that company. What should be a layup with Super Bowl week, has turned into a nightmare. (15:20) Terry Rozier is getting his money. An arbitrator ruled in his favor. Why? (21:45) Can MLB or the union look at the way the Dodgers will look a load management? Or does that already happen? (28:45) Do Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone have something on the owner? (32:00) The Padres family fight could be over and done with. What happened? (40:00) American League and National League in MLB used to fight for its own league, now it's just MLB. Does that still happen? (44:45) Let's talk Rays. The Tampa Bay Rays are headed to Tampa. Ron DeSantis said it. But will the Rays get that sweet sweet state money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Call us at 631-377-4869 and leave a voicemail! So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! We start things off with Fantatics. What a week for that company. What should be a layup with Super Bowl week, has turned into a nightmare. (15:20) Terry Rozier is getting his money. An arbitrator ruled in his favor. Why? (21:45) Can MLB or the union look at the way the Dodgers will look a load management? Or does that already happen? (28:45) Do Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone have something on the owner? (32:00) The Padres family fight could be over and done with. What happened? (40:00) American League and National League in MLB used to fight for its own league, now it's just MLB. Does that still happen? (44:45) Let's talk Rays. The Tampa Bay Rays are headed to Tampa. Ron DeSantis said it. But will the Rays get that sweet sweet state money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal. Robert Kraft misses the Hall of Fame again. Daniel Kaplan on the future of the RSN's.

Let's wade through the made-up distractions that are circulating this week. There's a rumor that Robert Kraft leaked the Seahawks sale news to distract the Seahawks this week… there's no chance the players and coaches are thinking about that at all. Klint Kubiak seems to be headed to Vegas after the Super Bowl and even that shouldn't be in his way this week. Realistically, the so-called distractions shouldn't even be on either teams radar and while there are a lot of obligations for both teams this week, both MacDonald and Vrabel will have their teams locked in. :30- It's Stove time! The Mariners made the move we've been assuming they'd make, bringing in Brendan Donovan from the Cardinals in a 3-way trade for prospects Ben Williamson, Jurrangelo Cjintje and Tai Peete. How do the guys feel about the move and what the team gave up? :45- Jess caught up with some of the Seahawks players at Media night, so we hear from Riq Woolen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The St. Louis Cardinals have traded Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners in a three-team trade with the Tampa Bay Rays. The return prospect includes switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje and others from the Mariners and Rays. How do we feel about the trade with Donovan, and the return package that the Cardinals got back?

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We spent about 15 minutes talking about Sphere being added to Maryland and why a new version of it should head to Florida to be the newest home of the Tampa Bay Rays. Yes, we're DEEP in the offseason, but this was one of the funniest segments we've ever put together.PLUS, more stadium talk, trades and MUCH MUCH more here on this latest episode of the pod!Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast!A big shout out to our partners, SeatGeek, In The Clutch and JKS Prints! Use code RAYSTHEROOF for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchase, 10% off anytime with In The Clutch & $5 off at JKSprints.com!As always, Rays Up!

On the latest Baseball America Prospects Podcast Deep Dive, we're looking at the Tampa Bay Rays system. Coming into the offseason, this looked like a system that had taken a step back, but that was before a series of trades added a massive amount of prospect depth.(00:00) A whole lot has changed in the Rays farm system(06:00) What made Brody Hopkins the No. 1 prospect and who else was considered for the top spot?(15:20) Is the system better or worse than a year ago?(20:25) Who is our guess to be No. 1 a year from now?(24:00) What is the organization good at developing?(29:00) The Rays REALLY loaded up on 2025 draft picks(32:00) Some lower ranked Rays prospects who are fascinating(35:00) Where the Rays have prospect depth(39:00) Looking at Rays catching prospectsRays Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2021-tampa-bay-rays/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Towers is joined by Ryan Bass (@Ry_Bass on X), TV reporter for the Tampa Bay Rays, to preview the Rays in 2026! Who will get the most saves? What's up with Shane McClanahan? Plus, Ryan provides a sleeper and breakout pick! 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