Rays Your Voice: A Tampa Bay Rays Podcast
263 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsFor fans of the Tampa Bay Rays.
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The Hit Show: Who were the greatest players of the Glory Days era? Part 2 of our Rays bracket!
May 22, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThe Hit Show is back for the 2020 baseball "season" with a tried and true, quarantine-approved activity: bracketology! Join us as we dissect the Glory Days era and pick out diamonds in the turf to round out the next region for the Most Beloved Rays Players of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show: Who were the greatest players of the Devil Rays era? Introducing our Rays bracket!
May 20, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutesThe Hit Show is back for the 2020 baseball "season" with a tried and true, quarantine-approved activity: bracketology! Join us as we dissect the Devil Rays era and pick out diamonds in the turf to round out the Vince Naimoli Region for the Most Beloved Rays Players of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rays Your Voice: Snell Isle, Part Two with Danny Russell
May 18, 2020 03:00 - 25 minutesOn last week's episode, DRaysBay senior writer Brian Menendez said that Blake Snell was becoming one of the faces of baseball, and that could not be more true now, after Snell made comments regarding the return of baseball in 2020 that turned into national headlines last week. This wasn't intended to be a two-part podcast, but Danny Russell joins Rays Your Voice to discuss those comments and the impact they'll have on Snell, the Rays, and Major League Baseball. Learn more about your ad choice...
Rays Your Voice: Snell Isle
May 11, 2020 02:58 - 44 minutesBrett Rutherford is joined by DRaysBay Senior Writer Brian Menendez to discuss Blake Snell's rise to national fame through the MLB Players League and what Rays fans can expect from Snell in 2020 and beyond. Also, an update on the virtual Rays in OOTP 21.
Rays Your Voice: Snell Isle with Brian Menendez
May 11, 2020 02:58 - 44 minutesBrett Rutherford is joined by DRaysBay Senior Writer Brian Menendez to discuss Blake Snell's rise to national fame through the MLB Players League and what Rays fans can expect from Snell in 2020 and beyond. Also, an update on the virtual Rays in OOTP 21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rays Your Voice: Out of the Park Baseball with Jim Turvey
May 06, 2020 20:18 - 43 minutesBrett Rutherford is joined by Jim Turvey on this episode to talk about Out of the Park Baseball 21 and how the virtual Rays are handling the 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rays Your Voice: Offseason Recap with Jim Turvey
April 27, 2020 09:00 - 29 minutesBrett Rutherford is joined by Jim Turvey on this episode to break down everything that went on during the offseason, and how the front office didn't go through the winter in typical Rays fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rays Your Voice: Introduction with Danny Russell
April 20, 2020 17:10 - 19 minutesHost Brett Rutherford is joined by DRaysBay Editor-in-Chief Danny Russell to introduce the Rays Your Voice Podcast as part of the DRaysBay Podcast Network. The two break down what you'll hear on the podcast and take some time to Rays their own voices about the ball club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 24: ALDS Preview
October 04, 2019 04:25 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MBThe Tampa Bay Rays are hot off their 5-1 win over the Oakland A's in the AL Wild Card Game and prepare to take on the Houston Astros in a 5 game series with an abundance of great pitching matchups.
Episode 23: The Tampa Bay Rays are back in the Postseason
October 02, 2019 04:21 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBFor the first time since 2013, the Tampa Bay Rays are back in the postseason, and will face off against the Oakland Athletics in the American League Wild Card game on Wednesday night. Luke Hazen and Tyler Phillips are on the show once again, and unfortunately we experienced the same software issues from our Labor Day episode. I apologize for all the technical difficulties and the cut up audio, but it's still a great show.
Episode 22: Last Week of the Regular Season
September 24, 2019 03:50 - 31 minutes - 17.9 MBThe Rays have just won their 93rd game of the season with 5 games remaining on the schedule, but they still only have a half game lead over the Cleveland Indians for the 2nd American League Wild Card. Breaking down each of the Rays remaining 5 games, and who Cleveland will be facing this week.
Episode 21: Surging Rays remain in AL Wild Card Spot
September 13, 2019 19:20 - 46 minutes - 53.4 MBDespite dropping 2 of 3 against the Texas Rangers, the Rays have been playing some very good baseball, and remain in the 2nd AL Wild Card spot, only a half game behind the Oakland Athletics. It's a 3-team race for 2 spots with just a little over 2 weeks left in the season, and I break everything down for you and more on this episode of the Rays Your Voice Podcast.
Episode 20: Luke Hazen and Tyler Phillips join the show to recap Rays great week
September 03, 2019 13:11 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBTECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES: Due to some unforeseen software issues, some of the audio files from this episode were corrupt and lost. There may be some weird jumpy parts throughout the episode. I apologize and will have this fixed as soon as I can. My good friends Luke Hazen and Tyler Phillps join the show to talk Rays Baseball as we head into the final month of the regular season.
Episode 19: Rays struggle with poor opposition, face some of the AL's best this week
August 26, 2019 02:36 - 51 minutes - 29.5 MBFailing to win series against the Mariners and Orioles could come back to bite the Rays, as they now hit the road to face the Houston Astros, the odds-on World Series favorite, where they will face their 3 top pitchers: Justin Verlander, Charlie Morton, and Zack Greinke.
Episode 18: Grant Witherspoon, Trade Deadline, Ryan Yarbrough's Near-Complete Game
August 19, 2019 02:48 - 1 hour - 36.9 MBInterview with Rays prospect Grant Witherspoon (36:00), breaking down all the Rays' trades made before the July 31st Trade Deadline, and discussing Kevin Cash's decision to remove Ryan Yarbrough, who was one out away from his first ever complete game shut out in Seattle.
Episode 17: Guest Gary Putnik, Snell to Undergo Surgery, Rays Acquire Eric Sogard
July 29, 2019 04:07 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBIt’s been one of the more wild weeks of this season for the Tampa Bay Rays, they came up against 2 division opponents, made some trades, had a game under protest for a few minutes, blew some leads, had some good comebacks, and ultimately finished 3-3, and a half game out of the 2nd AL Wild Card Spot. I’ll be breaking all that down on today’s episode, and later on I’ll be joined by Rays Your Voice resident Marlins fan Gary Putnik. Gary is a good friend of mine and is the Sports Editor at FSVie...
Episode 16: Second half begins, d'Arnaud heroics, Bullpen struggles
July 21, 2019 23:42 - 59 minutes - 34.2 MBWith the All Star Break behind us, the Rays, as well as about half the American League, are going full steam ahead towards the pennant. It was a bumpy week and a half for the Tampa Bay Rays, they danced with perfection, won games late, and also lost games late. With the trade deadline looming, I break down the state of the team with over 100 games played on this season.
Episode 15: Guest Luke Hazen, Players of the Month, Trade Targets
July 01, 2019 16:31 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBLuke Hazen is back on the show to break down Brendan McKay's Major League debut, a return to form from Blake Snell, and to look ahead to this week as the Rays take on two divisional opponents at home. We give you guys our players of the month, and throw out a few potential trade targets for the Rays as we get closer to the July 31st Trade Deadline.
Episode 14: Snell, Castillo, Montreal, and More.
June 28, 2019 04:01 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBIt's been a rough couple weeks for Rays fans and Rays fans alike, with sweeps, IL stints, blown saves and talks of splitting the team with Canada. The boys are still playing though, and there were some bright spots in the last week and a half, so tune in to hear about all that and more on the latest episode of the Rays Your Voice podcast.
Episode 13: Rays pick up a lot of hits, but don't score a lot of runs in rough home stand
June 17, 2019 05:15 - 55 minutes - 32 MBAfter a great road trip that wrapped up with a series win at Fenway Park, the Rays returned home, in what would be a challenging week against the Oakland A's and the Los Angeles Angels. Players of the week, series previews for the upcoming road trip against the Yankees and A's, and more on this new episode of the Rays Your Voice Podcast.
Episode 12: Successful road trip puts Rays back atop the AL East
June 11, 2019 06:26 - 53 minutes - 30.8 MBThe Rays picked up road series victories against both the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox last week, and have a chance to grow their lead in the AL East with home series against the Oakland A's and Los Angeles Angels this week.
Episode 11: Austin Meadows shines in difficult week for the Rays
June 03, 2019 05:01 - 48 minutes - 55.4 MBThe Rays are coming off a series sweep against the Toronto Blue Jays and a series loss against the Minnesota Twins, to finish their home stand at 4-3. This week, they travel to Detroit for a 3 game set against the Tigers and then to Fenway Park to play the Red Sox in a 4 game series in only 3 days.
Episode 10: I'm Back!
May 22, 2019 02:52 - 38 minutes - 43.6 MBAfter a bit of a "hiatus," I'm back with another episode of Rays Your Voice, where I'll break down everything the Rays have been through since the last episode and preview the games they have coming up this week.
Episode 9: Rays stumble at home, but remain in first place
April 25, 2019 14:26 - 48 minutes - 55.4 MBEven though the Rays picked up two series victories in a 9-game homestead against the Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, and Kansas City Royals, they finished with a 4-5 record, shrinking their lead in the AL East to just a game and a half. They'll get rematches against all three teams though on a 10-game road trip and this episode of Rays Your Voice is the perfect primer for the upcoming games.
Episode 8: Rays wrap up road trip and have the best record in baseball
April 15, 2019 05:41 - 43 minutes - 49.4 MBThe Rays won their 4th and 5th consecutive series to start the season this past week in Chicago and Toronto, and get a day off before starting series against the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox in St. Pete. Find out who takes home Brett's Player of the Week Honors on this episode of Rays Your Voice.
Episode 7: Rays remain atop the AL East after 2 weeks
April 08, 2019 05:37 - 34 minutes - 39 MBRecapping two series wins for the Rays over the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants, and previewing the last two legs of their road trip in Chicago against the White Sox and in Toronto against the Blue Jays. Players of the week honors, and predictions!
Episode 6: Rays take 3 of 4 from the Houston Astros
April 01, 2019 01:38 - 25 minutes - 28.6 MBOn this episode of Rays Your Voice, I'll be unpacking everything that happened in the Rays opening series against the Houston Astros, and previewing the upcoming series against the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants.
Episode 5: Opening Day Preview
March 25, 2019 04:03 - 31 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode of the Rays Your Voice Podcast, I get you ready for Opening Day and the rest of the Rays' four-game set against the Houston Astros!
Episode 4: Spring has Sprung
March 01, 2019 01:04 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBBack after an extended delay between episodes, talking everything Rays Spring Training!
Episode 3: Avisail Garcia, Prospect Overview, Guest Luke Hazen
January 29, 2019 00:39 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBBrett Rutherford joined by Luke Hazen on this episode of the Rays Your Voice Podcast. We'll discuss the signing of free agent outfielder Avisail Garcia, take a look ahead at prospects that could be making an impact in the near future, and debate whether or not the Rays made the right decision by making Tropicana Field "cashless."
Episode 2: Off the Field News
January 14, 2019 01:38 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of the Rays Your Voice Podcast, I will discuss the Ybor Stadium deal, Tropicana Field renovations, reports of a new TV deal, the Rays purchase of the Tampa Bay Rowdies, Tommy Pham comments, and changes to the coaching staff ahead of the 2019 season.
Episode 1: Year in Review, Offseason Thus Far, A Look Ahead to 2019
January 06, 2019 21:00 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this inaugural episode of Rays Your Voice, I take a look at how the calendar year 2018 went for the Tampa Bay Rays, moves that the front office has made to prepare for the 2019 season, and what 2019 could have in store for the team.
The Hit Show Fenway Special
May 04, 2018 07:00 - 35 minutesThis is a Special Edition of The Hit Show. During the last visit to Fenway Park in Boston, DRB Managing Editor Danny Russell visited the game. While there, he interviewed Jason Collette of The Process Report as well as a number of Rays fans who were in the stands. Enjoy this special episode of The Hit Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show for 5.1.18 - An Unexpected Turn of Events!
May 02, 2018 07:00 - 39 minutesThis week Darby and Brett discuss a range of unexpected events including a Ray's winning streak, the possible retirement of Ichiro Suzuki as well as the improbably return of Jonny Venters to MLB! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 4.20.18 The Good, The Bad and The Surprises
April 20, 2018 07:00 - 42 minutesDarby and Top Podcasting Prospect Brett Phillips* discuss the "Good", the "Bad" and the "Surprises" in the early going for the Rays 2018 Season. *as mentioned in Podcast Reference, the recognized leader in Podcaster Prospecting since 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show for 3.28: Opening Day is Here!
March 29, 2018 07:00 - 1 hourThe Hit Show is back. This episode, Danny and Darby review the position players on the Tampa Bay Rays 25 man Roster. How will the Rays fare this season? Listen in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show SPECIAL: Getting to know Garrett Whitley
March 06, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutesThis is a special episode of The Hit Show. Staff contributor Mat Germain was able to interview Rays prospect Garrett Whitley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show for 2/20: Everything Must Go!
February 21, 2018 01:00 - 47 minutesWe're having a Fire Sale! Today Danny and Darby discuss some considerable trades and moves being made by the Rays. Is the team still trying to compete? Let's find out on The Hit Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show for 2.2.18 :Catching up on the Rays off season!
February 05, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutesWe are back! Time to talk the Longo trade after a bit of time to cool off. Also, is there collusion going on in MLB? Danny and Darby discuss! Check out DraysBay.com for a full transcript of this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 9.17 - Looking Forward
September 17, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourDarby and Brett discuss the Rays season, the success of the Durham Bulls and which players we might see called up at the end of the season. Will we see Brent Honeywell? Who should get a cup of coffee? All of this and more are answered in this week's podcast! So Tune in! Check out more at DRaysBay.com Follow us on Twitter @HitShowPodcast Send us email [email protected] Please rate us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hit-show/id1088671133?mt=2 Learn more about you...
The Hit Show 9.12 Let's Get Real
September 12, 2017 07:00 - 43 minutesDanny and Brett discuss the recent impact of Hurricane Irma and what the Rays might have done to help this season come out differently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 8.29 - Ok, Now we Snell
August 29, 2017 07:00 - 56 minutesDarby and Brett try to explain the rollercoaster of a season that the Rays have been having as well as the recent improvements of Rays pitcher Blake Snell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 8.13 The Old Vanishing Offense Trick
August 14, 2017 07:00 - 50 minutesDarby is joined by Top Podcasting Prospect Brett Phillips to talk about the failing offense of the Rays and what can be done to keep the team competitive the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 7.31 - The Trade Deadline!
August 01, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThis week Danny and Darby take a look at the recent string of trades that the Rays have executed. There's lots of discussion around the Tim Beckham trade as well as the significant of the Lucas Duda trade. Also discussing the moves made by the Yankees to pick up Sonny Gray and the Rangers to acquire Yu Darvish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 7.25 - The Rays are still in This!
July 25, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourWe are back from the All Star Break and the Rays are still vying for the Playoffs. Danny and Darby discuss the recent series in Texas as well as the possible moves for the Rays at the Trade Deadline. Also discussed, some classic pitching performances from Alex Cobb and Chris Archer - and who is Sergio Romo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 7.13: BONUS ALL STAR GAME EPISODE!
July 13, 2017 07:00 - 44 minutesDraysBay.com was represented by Brett Phillips at the MLB All Star Game. Hear about his amazing experience on this bonus episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 7.10 Rays topple Red Sox!
July 13, 2017 07:00 - 36 minutesDanny and Darby discuss the key series between the Rays and the Red Sox in the leadup to the All Star Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 6.27: Adeiny Hechavarria makes the Rays contenders
June 27, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourDanny and Darby discuss how the Adeiny Hechavarria trade makes the Rays contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hit Show 6/20 - The Cavalry is Coming!
June 21, 2017 07:00 - 1 hourThis week Danny and Darby go nuts for the recent performance from Alex Cobb! Alex Cobb has been Vintage of late! [1:00] Jacob Faria has come up and he’s legit! [8:00] The Rays are over .500! [18:39] Danny has a distant relative in former Phillies Ace with a >5.00 ERA - Fidgety Phill Collins (not the drummer) [19:39] www.baseball-reference.com/players/c/c…iph01.shtml The Rays acquired Trevor Plouffe. What can we expect? [24:12] Does Plouffe’s acquisition trigger the end of the Ricky Week...
Bonus Episode 6.13: Competitive Balance Podcast
June 13, 2017 16:30 - 23 minutesThis is a BONUS episode to catch the live announcements of the Competitive Balance Round and the Rays 2nd Round picks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices