Podcasts about Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays City Connect brand is one of the most successful in Major League Baseball. The identity tells the story of the region's close relationship with the skateboarding community, and ties together two generations of the team's branding. Guests include: Warren Hypes, Rays VP Creative & Brand, Insta @warren_hypes Michael Blanford, Former Executive Director, Boards for Bros Dan Simon, Studio Simon: www.studiosimon.net, Insta @studio_simon Find the Baseball By Design podcast online: Instagram @baseballbydesign Threads @baseballbydesign Bluesky @baseballbydesign.bsky.social Facebook @baseballbydesignpodcast linktr.ee/BaseballByDesign Email questions and comments for the podcast to pauljcaputo@gmail.com. Baseball By Design is a member of the Curved Brim Media Network.

Kyle Tucker hit a game-tying three-run homer and later threw out the potential go-ahead run at home plate. Miguel Rojas hit a pinch-hit homer to break a 3-3 tie. Eric Lauer threw a quality start, and the bullpen was nails (or at least nails-adjacent). Add it all up, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Tampa Bay Rays in game one of their three-game series. Also, Tommy Edman returns tomorrow, and LA manager Dave Roberts announced that the corresponding move will be another DFA for Santiago Espinal. Jeff Snider and Clint Pasillas are here to talk about the game, Edman's return, and a lot more! Our recap, your reactions, LIVE right after the game! #Dodgers Tube in all season long! Use promo code DODGERS at https://www.discountpokershop.com/ and save 10% now! Text MLB to 64000 to save 20% on IQBar and get free shipping today! Join our Discord by supporting the show on Patreon! ️ https://patreon.com/realFRG Or on YouTube Members! ️ https://youtube.com/@alldodgers/join All Dodgers is presented by FanDuel, part of the Bleav Network of podcasts. Please like and subscribe on YouTube! Hit that notification bell to get alerts on new content! PODCAST: Listen on BLEAV! ️ https://bit.ly/adbleav Listen on iTunes! ️ https://apple.co/3TXL8Vv Listen on Spotify! ️ http://bit.ly/3I9nW2S Listen on iHeart! ️ https://ihr.fm/3TXV5Cy SOCIAL: Follow Clint on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/realFRG Follow Clint on Instagram ️instagram.com/realfrg Follow Jeff Snider on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/snidog Follow Jeff Spiegel on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/JeffSpiegel Follow Kevin on Twitter/X ️twitter.com/skinner7kevin Follow the show on Twitter/X ️ twitter.com/alldodgersla Follow the show on Instagram ️ instagram.com/alldodgerspod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Angels just took a huge series from the first-place Tampa Bay Rays, and now it's time to break it all down on the Halos In The Infield Network! Join Todd Fox and Vince the Angels Cowboy as they recap an impressive series victory at Angel Stadium, where the Angels combined strong pitching, timely hitting, and a fired-up home crowd to take down one of baseball's top teams. The guys discuss the biggest moments of the Rays series, the players who stepped up, and whether this recent stretch of winning baseball is a sign that the Halos are finally turning the corner. Todd and Vince also dive into the growing energy surrounding Angel Stadium, the fan atmosphere, and what the club needs to do to keep the momentum rolling. Plus, we look ahead to a challenging upcoming series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Can the Angels continue their winning ways against another tough opponent? Which matchups could decide the series? What players need to step up? All that and more as Todd Fox and Vince the Angels Cowboy bring you another episode packed with Angels baseball talk, analysis, opinions, and fan interaction. Subscribe to Halos In The Infield Network for Angels news, game recaps, series previews, live discussions, and postgame coverage all season long! Angels vs Rays Series Recap Arizona Diamondbacks Series Preview Angels Trending Up? Fan Reactions & Discussion Halos In The Infield Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tampa Bay Rays at Los Angeles Dodgers by Tony T. Tampa Bay is hitting .286 against left-handed starters with a .408 slugging percentage. LA is batting .263 against right-handed starters with a .436 slugging percentage. Martinez in his past five starts has an ERA of 3.60 with .475 slugging percentage against. Lauer in his 11 appearances has a .502 slugging percentage against. Both bullpens are in poor recent form. LA has gone over in five of six. Tampa Bay is 7-5 to the over on the road against NL.

Tampa Bay Rays at Los Angeles Angels by Tony T. Start Time and TV Network 4:07 PM ET — MLB.TV / Local Broadcast Starting Pitchers Ian Seymour, Rays, LHP: 2 starts, 27 appearances, 4.89 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, 25.7% strikeout rate, 10.8% walk rate, 29.5% ground ball rate, 1.3 HR/9. Grayson Rodriguez, Angels, RHP: 5 starts, 5 appearances, 8.10 ERA, 1.80 WHIP, 20.7% strikeout rate, 11.7% walk rate, 33.3% ground ball rate, 1.5 HR/9. FIP: 5.03.

Tampa Bay Rays at Los Angeles Angels by Tony T. Rays are batting .254 on the road with an OBP of .329. Angels are hitting .218 at home with a .346 slugging percentage. Jax numbers are better on the road. Soriano in his past five starts has an ERA of 5.53 with a WHIP of 1.62. Rays are 28-11 facing an AL team with a slugging percentage of .400 or lower with a +16.4-unit return.

The Boston Red Sox get swept by the Tampa Bay Rays at the Trop. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville lament the season that is long gone now, speculate on Breslow's future in Boston, and historically contextualize this awful start to the 2026 season. All that, and much more!   Find all of our links here! linktr.ee/ITMPod   Twitter: https://x.com/ITM_pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itm_pod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itm_pod  

Mark's Birthday Surprise at the Ballpark Mark celebrates a milestone birthday with a surprise family reunion organized by his wife Karen. The whole family attended a Tampa Bay Rays vs. Miami Marlins game at LoanDepot Park (Marlins Park), where Mark got a "Grand Slam" scoreboard shoutout, a birthday button, and a slice of chocolate cake delivered to his seat  behind the dugout. Special thanks to Lou Schiff for his help with this nightTampa Bay Rays RecapThe Rays are 5-5 in their last 10 games but have swept all AL East opponents.Drew Rasmussen delivered back-to-back dominant starts: 9 Ks in 7 innings (87 pitches) vs. the Marlins, followed by 13 Ks in 7 innings (97 pitches) vs. the Red Sox  - 22 strikeouts over two games.The Rays beat Boston 7 - 5, overcoming a shaky eighth inning.Yandy Díaz is on fire in June: .444 AVG, .475 OBP, 1.058 OPS -  the hosts discuss Yandy's impact on younger hitters like Junior CamineroAaron Judge's injury opens a window for the Rays to take the AL East division crown outright, potentially reducing playoff risk.Mat breaks down how the Yankees' and Blue Jays' health issues shift the competitive landscape.Mike Trout's FutureWill Trout pull a "Ray Bourque" & join a contender to chase a World Series ring?Mat predicts he lands with the Dodgers; Mark dreams of Trout joining Randy Arozarena and Julio Rodríguez on the Seattle Mariners.Softball's "River" Rule Mark shares a curiosity from John Boy Media's YouTube channel: a women's softball rule where a batter crowding the plate in a certain zone (the "river") is NOT awarded first base after being hit by a pitch.Ken Babby & the Rays in the Community Mark attended an Embarc Tampa quarterly leadership meeting featuring Rays CEO Ken Babby. Highlights include Babby's background at The Washington Post's digital division (working alongside Steve Jobs on iPad rollout), his ownership of the Akron RubberDucks and Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, and his commitment to diversity - the Jumbo Shrimp were the only minor league team with a black general manager. That GM is now joining the Rays organization. The team also has upcoming community events including an Evan Longoria tribute night and a Juneteenth celebration.Sports, Community & Belonging Mat reflects on how championship runs — like the Blue Jays' World Series wins and the Montreal Canadiens' recent playoff run — unite cities across all cultures and backgrounds. The hosts discuss the undervalued economic and social impact of sports franchises on their communities.Women's Baseball in the SpotlightThe hosts preview a busy summer for women's baseball in Illinois.Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage — Coming to Rivet Stadium in Rockford, IL (capacity ~4,000). Six teams, three games per day, USA plays the night game. Finals are set for 2027, also in Rockford.All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) reunion events.Baseball For All (founded by Dr. Justine Siegel) — grassroots tournaments and camps that have become pipelines to the Women's Pro Baseball League.Women's Pro Baseball League — launching in August in Springfield, IL.Guest interview with Ryan Woodward of the International Women's Baseball Center, discussing the Women's Baseball Heritage Trail (historic stops across the US and Canada) and the World Cup group stage.Tampa-Area Baseball ShoutoutsSt. Leo University wins the NCAA Division II Softball Championship.University of Tampa Spartans win the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship — a three-peat! Mark gives a special tribute to the late Tony Saladino, whose grandson Nico Saladino played on the previous UT championship team.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss the decision by Tampa's redevelopment agency to postpone a key vote related to the proposed Tampa Bay Rays stadium project until August. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 626: 11 games under .500 in June is unprecedented territory for the Boston Red Sox. Coming off a sweep at the hands of the Tampa Bay Rays, the guys break down the slog that it's been to watch the 2026 Red Sox. Jared and Tyler sink their teeth into the latest articles, including quotes from general managers across the league openly laughing at the state of the team. Injury timelines continue to be unforced errors for Craig Breslow and company. Garrett Crochet's latest update on his worsening lat injury puts the dire situation in even sharper perspective. Carlos Narváez's quotes keep adding fuel to the dumpster fire that the Breslow Era has become. The guys try to take their minds off the mess by talking about Pablo's Dog, the best Perrault Mini Golfer, and Tyler's Workout Journey! Get ready for the next series against the Texas Rangers and more Fenway baseball. 00:00:00 - Clean 40, Must Listen on The Patreon 00:02:47 - Taikus   00:03:57 - Pablo's Dog.   00:05:27 - T's Workout Journey.   00:07:05 - The Boston Red Sox, Detrimental To Mental Health. 00:15:39 - The Laughing Stock of The League.  00:53:46 - Series Recap: They Got Swept + The Marcelo Mayer Trade Rumors.  01:01:44 - Will We See Garrett Crochet or Romany Anthony Again? 01:12:22 - Getting Use To Ownership Sleeping At The Wheel.   01:16:08 - Who Will Be The All Star From The Red Sox? 01:21:41 - Carlos Narváez Speaks Out.   01:31:15 - Red Sox Stats, We Hear You.    01:37:28 - Alex Cora Speaks.  01:39:29 - Craig, Let's just Talk This Out.   01:44:34 - Section 10 Field Trip | Give Us Ideas In The Comments! 01:54:54 - Who is The Best Mini Golfer In the Perrault Family?  02:12:19 - Give me, Sogard! 02:13:57 - Booing and Kissing at Fenway. 02:16:26 - Justin Slaten Blows Up Again. 02:19:06 - Stop and Shop  02:28:28 - Weather Lookahead   02:36:15 - Prediction Time   02:38:46 - Final Thoughts  We're looking for an intern to help cut clips from our shows! Interested? Send an email to Section10intern@gmail.com with examples of your work. SECTION 10 MERCH IS HERE: ⁠https://section10merch.com⁠ Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - ⁠http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10⁠  Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting ⁠http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED⁠ for delivery options Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @ Ridge during their Father's Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/SECTION10 #Ridgepod #Ad  Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code SECTION10 at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #Ad  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEGMENT - Arcand kicks off tonight's show discussing the Red Sox 7-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, as Boston sinks to levels not seen since 2020. How much worse can this season get? Is it time to pivot into sell mode? All that and more!

HR1 - Arcand kicks off tonight's show discussing the Red Sox 7-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays, as Boston sinks to levels not seen since 2020. How much worse can this season get? Is it time to pivot into sell mode? All that and more! Arcand continues to discuss the scuffling Red Sox offense and the impact that Roman Anthony's injury has had on the season.

Sportscene rewind: On Thursday's show, Steve Russell welcomed an all-star lineup of guests: Sean Deveney of Heavy.com discussed the New York Knicks' Game 4 win, Chris Low of On3 broke down the college football preseason rankings, Michael Katz of the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal talked Ole Miss baseball's trip to the Men's College World Series, Dewayne Staats shared insights on the Tampa Bay Rays, and Colton Sulley of The Oklahoman discussed Oklahoma's run to the Men's College World Series.

Ryan, Dana, and Chris Trenkmann discuss a new poll showing that many residents near the proposed Tampa Bay Rays stadium site believe the project could bring economic activity and positive energy to the region. At the same time, the survey found significant frustration among voters who feel they have had little input on major decisions involving the stadium's financing, development plans, and overall direction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan talks to Tampa Bay Business Journal Editor-at-Large Ashley Kritzer about the latest developments in the Tampa Bay Rays stadium debate, including concerns that the Tampa Sports Authority may need to prioritize funding for Raymond James Stadium over a new Rays ballpark. They also discuss political tensions involving calls to remove a Sports Authority member, questions about public support for the project, and how the proposed stadium could be affected by issues involving the Drew Park Community Redevelopment Agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Rays are moving well, AJ Brown is very peculiar, and WORLD CUP JEOPARDY!

The Tampa Bay Rays may be back to their winning way with a sweep over Boston, it is WORLD CUP day, Ian Beckles joins us for the entire show, and some Jeopardy on a beautiful Thursday in the Bay!

Megan Pierro is in her 3rd year as a Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Tampa Bay Rays organization (seasonal in 2024, full-time in 2025 and 2026). She is originally from Lutz, FL and attended the University of South Florida, where she played 5 seasons as a D1 softball player (2019-2023). She graduated with a B.S. in Biomedical Health Science and a Minor in Nutrition. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the NSCA and will be playing professional softball this summer for the Florida Breeze in the Professional Softball League (PSL).Topics covered in this episode:-Her softball playing career-Finding success and advice for others-Continuing education resourcesQuotes:-"I think for me as a coach establishing relationships with my players is a very important piece" (0:41)-"Baseball you have to take into consideration that they're playing so many games, and we have to be able to optimize our players to go out there and perform to their greatest potential throughout the whole season" (5:21)-"The best thing I think we can do as coaches is to just be a sponge to the information around us and try to absorb it all" (14:38)If you would like to learn more from Megan, you can connect with her on social media:Instagram:@meganpierro

We've talked so much to ourselves, to the media and to friends about the 2026 Tampa Bay Rays, so we went straight to the source, talking with Rays players and coaches about this season so far. Included in interviews are (in order): Bryan Baker, Shane McClanahan, Richie Palacios, Ryan Vilade, Craig Kimbrel, Ozzie Timmons & Rodney Linares. Thank you so much to the Rays for allowing us to get a better glimpse into this season and the ongoing vibes! 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: HOMAGE, 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! Check out our social media platforms for our HOMAGE affiliate link as well! As always, Rays Up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Dana discuss listener reactions to reports that Steve Hilton distanced himself from President Trump's claims of election fraud in California, along with comments from social media on the issue. They also review feedback from listeners regarding Tampa Bay's continued growth, development concerns across the region, and news that the Tampa Bay Rays' CEO plans to hold another community listening session about the team's future and stadium plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tampa Bay Rays have turned their home ballpark into a fortress against their biggest rivals. After improving to 12-0 at home against AL East opponents this season, the Rays continue to prove they can dominate the games that matter most. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, TKras examines what that remarkable record says about this team and how it impacts their chances in one of baseball's toughest divisions. Is it a sign of a legitimate contender? Does winning consistently against division opponents create a psychological edge as the season progresses? And how much could this home-field dominance matter when the playoff race heats up? TKras breaks down the Rays' success against the AL East, discusses what's driving their dominance at home, and explains why these wins could pay major dividends in the standings as the season unfolds.

The Tampa Bay Rays are back to their winning ways , Over/Under, some crazy headlines, and Charlie Woods is going to be the man!

Yandy Díaz salió de Miami como líder de los bateadores y vuelve a demostrar por qué es uno de los jugadores más consistentes de las Grandes Ligas.En este episodio analizamos el gran momento ofensivo del cubano, su impacto en Tampa Bay, la pelea por el título de bateo en la Liga Americana y lo que representa esta temporada dentro de una carrera marcada por la disciplina, el trabajo y la producción constante.Además, repasamos la actualidad de los peloteros cubanos en MLB y las noticias más importantes del béisbol de Grandes Ligas. ⚾

Boston Red Sox at Tampa Bay Rays by Tony T. Start Time and TV Network Start Time: 6:40 PM ET TV Network: Watch Now Starting Pitchers Boston Red Sox: Payton Tolle, LHP Games: 8 Starts: 8 ERA: 2.28 WHIP: 0.97 Strikeout Rate: 27.3% Walk Rate: 7.0% Ground Ball Rate: 34.5% Home Runs Allowed Per Nine Innings: 0.6 Tampa Bay Rays: Nick Martinez, RHP Games: 12 Starts: 12 ERA: 2.29 WHIP: 1.19 Strikeout Rate: 14.4% Walk Rate: 4.5% Ground Ball Rate: 37.2% Home Runs Allowed Per Nine Innings: 0.8 FIP: 3.65

On this episode of **The Drive with TKras**, it's time to play Fill in the Blank with Chris Mathis as the conversation turns to two of Tampa Bay's biggest storylines heading into 2026. First up: *Baker Mayfield will ____ in 2026*—what does TKras expect from the Bucs quarterback in a pivotal season for his future in Tampa Bay? Then, shifting over to the diamond: *The Tampa Bay Rays are ____*—what's the real outlook for the Rays as they continue to retool and chase contention? TKras breaks down both answers with honest analysis, bold predictions, and plenty of debate along the way.

The Tampa Bay Rays are grooving, don't dangle your kids over an outfield wall, the Knicks choked in game 3 and much more!

The Tampa Bay Rays picked up a key win last night in the Trop, and are the Bucs more interesting this year even without Mike Evans and LVD?

Take It Or Leave It returns with another debate-filled edition covering the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. This week's featured question from Chris Mathis: Can Baker Mayfield lead the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl? TKras weighs the evidence, examines Mayfield's growth in Tampa Bay, evaluates the talent around him, and considers what it would take for the Bucs to make a championship run. Will TKras Take It or Leave It? Tune in to find out as he delivers his verdict and tackles the latest headlines from across the Tampa Bay sports landscape.

Episode 625: A series left unfinished in the Bronx has the Pod asking even more questions about the 2026 Red Sox. Trade Rumor Season has officially arrived following the news that All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman is on the trade block. The Buy vs. Sell debate surrounding the trade deadline continues, along with discussion of the fallout from Brayan Bello's demotion to Triple-A. Steve answers for his weather-prediction debacle and shares stories from Yankee Stadium during Game 1 of the series. WC-40's performance with runners in scoring position continues to earn praise from everyone on the podcast, as does Chapman's gritty performance on one leg in New York. The conversation takes a turn during the Game 3 discussion, as concerns continue to grow over Marcelo Mayer's lack of power and Justin Slaten's recent blowups heading into trade deadline season. Tune in as the guys preview the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays, and let's all find out whether the Tampa Bay weather will allow the local nine to get all three games played inside the new-and-improved Tropicana Field. 00:00:00 - It's Officially Trade Rumors SZN  00:07:11 - Finding Love in Worcester, Massachusetts   00:11:31 - Roman Anthony's Cast Keeps Growing  00:15:54 - Friendly's Nostalgia  00:21:58 - Red Sox-Yankees, no juice in 2026 00:25:18 - A Weather Weekend Debacle  00:37:49 - Game 1 vs Yankees  00:41:00 - Sonny Gray Recap  00:46:22 - Andruw Monasterio's Mega Bomb 00:48:57 - WC-40's Renaissance 01:01:06 - Keeping Track of The Ketchup   01:04:49 - Chapman vs Volpe  01:15:05 - Aroldis Chapman's Next Team?    01:26:19 - Stevie P in The Bronx + Tyler In The Bronx??? 01:41:27 - Game 3 vs Yankees   01:42:15 - Ranger Suarez Recap    01:46:25 - That 8th Inning… 01:48:59 - Sox Improving on ABS?   02:00:19 - Marcelo Mayer's Power Outage 02:07:11 - T's Technical Freakout  02:08:59 - Stop And Shop  02:17:34 -  Weather Lookahead  02:21:41 -  Predictions 02:26:10 - Final Thoughts SECTION 10 MERCH IS HERE: https://section10merch.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10  Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @ Ridge during their Father's Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/SECTION10 #Ridgepod #Ad  New customers get 40% Off with code SECTION10 at GLD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a new week and one fun Monday on THEjoeSHOW. We recap our weekends, talk about our Tampa Bay Rays potentially moving away and can adult males call their mom and day 'Mommy' and 'Daddy'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend there was news that the Chicago Bears may be playing in Hammond Indiana... but could the same thing happen to our Tampa Bay Rays? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hoy en Pelota Cubana USA presentamos una entrevista exclusiva con Yandy Díaz. Hablamos de:• Su temporada 2026• El liderato de bateo en la Liga Americana• Tampa Bay y su fórmula ganadora• Víctor Mesa Jr.• Sus aspiraciones para el Juego de EstrellasUn episodio imperdible con una de las figuras más consistentes del béisbol actual.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

Hoy en Pelota Cubana USA presentamos una entrevista exclusiva con Víctor Mesa Jr. Hablamos de:• Su llegada a Tampa Bay• Los retos de las Ligas Menores• Las oportunidades en MLB• Los momentos difíciles de su carrera• Sus metas para el futuroUna conversación honesta con uno de los peloteros cubanos más seguidos de su generación.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

Boston Red Sox at Tampa Bay Rays by Tony T. Start Time and TV Network Start Time: 6:40 PM ET TV Network: Not listed in provided lineup data Starting Pitchers Boston Red Sox: Connelly Early, LHP Games: 12 Starts: 12 ERA: 3.26 WHIP: 1.18 Strikeout Rate: 22.7% Walk Rate: 8.3% Ground Ball Rate: 38.3% Home Runs Allowed Per Nine Innings: 1.5 FIP: 4.62

It's time to sort through the chaos of the weekend. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras and Chris Mathis break down their **Good, Bad & Ugly** from everything that unfolded across Tampa Bay sports—and there's plenty to unpack. The Tampa Bay Rays continue to raise questions after another uneven stretch. What's really going on with the bats, and are fans overreacting to a slump that might be more about timing than trouble? Or is this a sign of deeper issues that need fixing fast? Meanwhile, across the bay, Buccaneers and Rays fans alike are reacting loudly to the latest headlines—but are those reactions justified, or is social media driving the panic a little too far? TKras and Chris Mathis cut through the noise, breaking down what actually matters from the weekend, what should concern fans, and what's being blown out of proportion. From frustrating performances to encouraging signs hidden beneath the surface, nothing is off limits. **The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly—Tampa Bay sports edition.** It's all on *The Drive with TKras*.

The Tampa Bay Rays are searching for answers. After one of their toughest stretches of the season, the Rays suddenly find themselves battling inconsistency at the plate, struggling to deliver timely hits, and watching a once-hot club lose momentum at a critical point in the schedule. So what's behind the recent slide, and more importantly, how do they get out of it? On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, we break down the biggest reasons for the Rays' struggles, from offensive droughts and bullpen concerns to whether the grind of a long season is beginning to show. Are these simply the ups and downs of a 162-game season, or are there deeper issues that should concern fans? Plus, with a crucial series against the Boston Red Sox on deck, we examine whether this is the perfect opportunity for Tampa Bay to turn things around. Can the Rays rediscover the formula that made them one of the American League's toughest teams? Or will Boston add to the frustration and extend the slump? TKras looks at the matchups, the key players who need to step up, and what the Rays must do to get back on track before the standings become a bigger concern. **Can the Rays stop the skid and make a statement against the Red Sox?** We'll break it all down on *The Drive with TKras*.

Tampa Bay Rays at Miami Marlins by Tony T. The Pick: Rays are batting .258 in their past 25 games with a .400 slugging percentage. Marlins in their past 28 games bat .234. Alcantara in his past five starts has an ERA of 5.58. Rays' bullpen in the better recent form. Marlins are 8-15 against AL with a .-6.5-unit loss. Rays are 6-2 on the road facing teams that average 0.9 home runs per game or fewer with a +4.0-unit return. Play Tampa Bay -115.

Tampa Bay Rays pitching prospect Blake Morgan joins the show!Blake is fresh off earning the FCL Pitcher of the Week that ultimately led to being promoted to Low-A Charleston where he had a fantastic first outing.

Tampa Bay Rays pitching prospect Blake Morgan joins the show!Blake is fresh off earning the FCL Pitcher of the Week that ultimately led to being promoted to Low-A Charleston where he had a fantastic first outing.

Ryan and Dana talk with Hillsborough County Commissioner Josh Wostal about key unanswered questions surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays ballpark and redevelopment plan, including concerns about the MOU, funding structure, and details still needed before moving forward. The discussion also highlights lesser-known aspects of the agreement and broader issues tied to the proposed project.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday we had a team building day with our Tampa Bay Rays... Jed ended up catching a foul ball but what did he end up doing with it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rico, David, and Kenny try not to get too excited over the Tigers' sweeping the Rays.

Joe Orrico and Kevin Hasting co-host this week's podcast and go over some of the biggest storylines of the MLB season so far. Catchers crushing and how this will impact 2027 fantasy drafts Rookie standouts: Murakami, McGonigle, Stewart, Wetherholt, Tolle, McLean and more Hurt/Risky arms paying off: Misiorowski, Burns, Wheeler, Cole, Rodon, Yesavage Big-name disappointments: Tucker, Tatis, Guerrero, Chisholm, Valdez, Alcantara The resurgence of the Tampa Bay Rays and Atlanta Braves Join www.ftnfantasy/mlb for the best fantasy baseball content including FAAB, drops, lineup help, closer targets and projections!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tampa Bay Rays UpdateRays fall 10-9 to the Detroit Tigers in a wild game at Tropicana FieldDetroit's Dylan Dingler goes 4-for-5 with 4 RBIs, 4 runs, and 2 home runs — a persistent thorn in the Rays' side (.409 average, 1.234 OPS vs. Tampa Bay)Riley Green and Matt Carpenter also continue their success against the RaysGriffin Jax struggles in his starting role; discussion on whether he should be moved back to the bullpenTy Johnson looking strong in AAA and nearing a call-upStandings & Playoff OutlookWith 106 games remaining at time of recording, the Rays need a .509 win percentage to reach 90 wins90 wins historically locks up a playoff spotDiscussion of when to push chips in at the trade deadlineTrade Deadline Talk (August 3rd, 6 PM ET)Rays' needs: a reliable #2 starter, a power bat (4th in lineup), and bullpen depthCaminero (14 HR), Aranda and Diaz (11 HR each) — big drop-off to 3 HR for everyone elseWillson Contreras floated as a potential catcher/lineup upgradeThe Rays' 33rd overall draft pick could be a valuable trade chipInjury ConcernsCraig Kimbrel, Uceta, Jesse Shelton, Manuel Rodriguez all on the shelfDepth and health heading into the playoffs remain a concernMinor League WatchNathan Fluellen and Caden Bodine (catchers) and Theo Gillen (CF) starring in Bowling GreenBrody Hopkins showing personality and passion on the mound — walk issues similar to young Chris Archer, Blake Snell, and Taj BradleyMichael Ford making a strong impression; could be fast-trackedFormer Rays in the LeagueChristopher Sanchez (Phillies) leads all MLB pitchers in fWAR at 3.3 — traded for Curtis MeadJoel Ryan (5th in fWAR) — traded for Nelson CruzTristan Peters thriving with the Chicago White SoxWhite Sox & League-Wide ObservationsChicago's turnaround fueled in part by Yoshinobu Yamamoto signing and smart offseason movesRed Sox → Blue Jays → White Sox: three straight rebuilds that paid offFan Engagement at the TropThe "tarp boys" shirtless section goes viral; Raymond the mascot and Brett Phillips join inPlayers like Richie Palacios encouraging fans on social mediaWomen in BaseballWomen's baseball tournament in Rockford, Illinois (July) — home of the Rockford PeachesAll American Girls Professional Baseball League reunion happening simultaneouslyWomen's Pro Baseball League launching in Springfield (August)Ballpark Food SegmentMat's pick: Poutine (ideally with Montreal smoked meat) from La BanquiseMark's pick: Sausage with sautéed peppers and brown mustardDiscussion of beer-steamed hot dogs, kimchi, chow-chow, and Cuban sandwiches in TampaMark's "nutritionist for the Rays" pitch: a fresh fish taco bar — dubbed the "Grit & Glow"UpcomingRays vs. Marlins in Miami this weekendPossible future guest: a White Sox insider to discuss streakiness and the team's turnaroundBaseballBiz On Deck is produced by Mark Corbett and Mat Germain. New episodes drop regularly throughout the baseball season.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. 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 baseballbizondeck at gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays losing 10-9 to Detroit as Griffin Jax gives up 3 straight home runs as they've lost 6 of their last 8 games. Plus the Rams trade for Miles Garrett, the Bucs begin their 2nd week of OTAs today and the MLB Players Association says players would lose half a billion dollars if they accepted MLB's first CBA proposal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hoy en Pelota Cubana USA analizamos el gran fin de semana de Yandy Díaz con Tampa Bay. Hablamos de:• Su rendimiento ofensivo reciente• Su importancia para los Rays• Su temporada 2026• Su lugar entre los mejores cubanos de MLBUn episodio dedicado a uno de los bateadores más consistentes de las Grandes Ligas.Conviértete en un supporter de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pelota-cubana--3596768/support.Pelota Cubana USA: Donde hablamos del béisbol cubano como es, no como quieren que lo cuenten.

Baseball Hall of Famer/MLB on FOX Analyst John Smoltz and Rich break down what's shaping up to be a hotly-contested National League Cy Young Award race, if the Tampa Bay Rays can hold off the New York Yankees to win the AL East, their upcoming American Century Classic celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, and more. Commanders WR Terry McLaurin and Rich discuss the outlook for Washington's 2026 season including Jayden Daniels' mindset after an injury-riddled sophomore year, the team drafting fellow Ohio State Buckeye Sonny Styles, and more. Rich refutes a Rams fan caller who has reservations about trading for Myles Garrett and says why L.A. was smart to get the 7-time All-Pro DE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays series win over the Angels despite giving up 14 runs on Saturday. Drew Rasmussen struggled but Shane McClanahan was great on Sunday, Yandy Diaz and Jonathan Aranda continue to rake while Junior Caminero is working on his defense. Plus Major League Baseball and the Players Association has exchanged CBA offers including the introduction of a salary cap by the owners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute discuss the Tampa Bay Rays recent 4-game slide and what it means for the season moving forward, will the Bucs stadium plans hinder the Rays ability to get a deal done and the expections for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.