Sports Day Tampa Bay
1,715 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 280 ratingsAward Winning Journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and Steve Versnick take you inside Tampa Bay Sports each weekday. They go deeper into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay including the Buccaneers, Rays, Lightning, USF and more. It's sports insight you won't get anywhere else which is why we call it Show Prep Tampa Bay!
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Episodes
MAILBAG: Bucs Edge Rushers, Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Tyler Glasnow & Wander Franco
April 03, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, Bucs Edge Rushers, Bucs TV games, Tyler Glasnow and Wander Franco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rays Pitching Struggles Again, Lightning Lose to Detroit & LSU-Iowa Was Great
April 02, 2024 11:02 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays pitching struggles as they continue to give up walks and lots of runs. The Lightning play well but some careless mistakes cost them against Detroit, the dress an EBUG and the Iowa-LSU game didn't disappoint as Caitlin Clark was sensational. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rays Split Season Opening Series with Blue Jays & Lightning Keep Rolling
April 01, 2024 05:11 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays season opening split with the Toronto Blue Jays after Tyler Alexander and a slew of relievers couldn't stop walking Blue Jays on Sunday. Plus the Lightning keep rolling with points in 9 straight games and the Final Four is set. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rays Lose 8-2 on Opening Day, Joe Maddon on Ohtani & Lightning's Magic Number
March 29, 2024 04:05 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day loss to the Blue Jays 8-2 as Zach Eflin was brilliant for 5 innings but couldn't get through the 6th. Plus Joe Maddon on the Shohei Ohtani scandal and the Lightning's win over the Bruins on Wednesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Marc Topkin on 2024 Rays Outlook, How They'll Overcome Injuries & The Rays Way
March 28, 2024 04:02 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles and Jason Glazer's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando as Todd Bowles says they aren't trying to win the offseason and he likes his chess pieces while the Glazer family isn't satisfied with just 2 Super Bowls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Todd Bowles' Chess Pieces & Glazer's Want More Super Bowls
March 27, 2024 04:01 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles and Jason Glazer's comments at the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando as Todd Bowles says they aren't trying to win the offseason and he likes his chess pieces while the Glazer family isn't satisfied with just 2 Super Bowls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NFL Owners Meetings, Ohtani's Denial & Bucs Mailbag Questions
March 26, 2024 05:34 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL Owners Meetings in Orlando, Shohei Ohtani denies making bets and paying debts of his interpreter plus your mailbag questions on Bucs pass rush, center position and Hall of Famers on the 2020 team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bruce Arians' Gala, Lavonte David's Press Conference, USF's Season Ends & Lightning Stay Hot
March 25, 2024 04:20 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bruce Arians' Gala this weekend, Lavonte David's press conference after re-signing with the Bucs, USF's season is over after losing to VCU in the NIT and the Lightning get 9-of-10 points on their road trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What To Expect From Baker Mayfield In Liam Coen's Offense & Your Mailbag Questions
March 22, 2024 04:29 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the what to expect from Baker Mayfield in Liam Coen's offense as he'll be giving more control, the Rays lose Jonathan Aranda for 4-6 weeks and your mailbag questions on the Rays and Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Bucs DBs and Pass Rush, Draft Needs, Blake Snell & More
March 21, 2024 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers secondary and pass rush, NFL Draft, Blake Snell and JD Martinez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
USF Wins 'War on I-4', Rays Name Eflin Opening Day Starter & Lightning Beat Vegas
March 20, 2024 05:14 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's 83-77 win over UCF to advance in the NIT Tournament, the Rays name Zach Eflin the Opening Day starter, the Lightning beat the Golden Knights as Nikita Kucherov regains the scoring lead and a couple of Buccaneers mailbag questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
War on I-4 Resumes Tonight & Buccaneers Sign A CB
March 19, 2024 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBRick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to preview tonight's War on I-4 as USF faces UCF in the NIT Tournament and look back at just how successful Amir Abdur-Rahim has been in his first season with the Bulls. Plus the Buccaneers sign cornerback Tavierre Thomas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lightning Beat Panthers, USF Misses NCAA Tournament & Bucs Sign 2 Offensive Linemen
March 18, 2024 04:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win over the Panthers that saw them get an early lead and then hold on to win their 3rd straight game. Plus USF misses the NCAA tournament as they lose in the conference semi-finals to UAB and the Buccaneers sign a couple of offensive lineman and re-sign QB John Wolford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lightning Win Behind Brayden Point's 6 Points & Why Jordan Whitehead Is a Good Fit For Bucs
March 15, 2024 05:32 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-3 win over the Rangers that felt like a playoff game and saw the Bolts overcome a bad first period to having Brayden Point tie the franchise record with 6 points. Plus Jordan Whitehead, Chase McLaughlin and Chase Edmunds all spoke after signing their free agent deals with the Buccaneers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Baker Mayfield Finally At Home In Tampa Bay & Jordan Whitehead Is A Buccaneer Again
March 14, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield press conference after signing his new contract with the Buccaneers as the negotiations were perhaps more complicated than we thought. Plus Jordan Whitehead returns to Tampa Bay as a free agent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lavonte David Could Be The Next 'Buc For Life'
March 13, 2024 04:15 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing Lavonte David for a 13th year with the team as Jason Licht is checking all the boxes of bringing their guys back. Plus Taj Bradley pulled from his start for pectoral tightness and USF's Amir Abdur-Rahim wins AAC Coach of the Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bucs Trade Carlton Davis & Re-Sign McLaughlin & Edmonds
March 12, 2024 04:17 - 36 minutes - 33 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers trading CB Carlton Davis to Detroit for a 3rd round pick and why it makes sense for Tampa Bay. Plus the running back carousel is crazy in the NFL this offseason and it's been 4 years since the sports world shutdown for the pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield Agree on 3-Year, $100 Million Contract
March 11, 2024 04:41 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield signing a new 3-year, $100 million dollar contract with the Buccaneers with $50 million in guaranteed money over the next 2 season. Plus the Lightning run John Tortorella and the Flyers out of the building as the new guys flash, USF loses their regular season finale, Josef Newgarden wins the Grand Prix and the Rays play in the Dominican Republic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Waiting On Baker Mayfield To Sign & Lightning Lose to Flames But Add A Forward
March 08, 2024 07:21 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker watch as the free agent quarterback took swings at Yankees Spring Training on Thursday, the Lighting lose to Calgary but trade for Anthony DuClair and we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Jordan Whitehead, Kevin Cash, the Rays and how to fix the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Baker Mayfield's Contract Negotiations & What If The Bucs Can't Re-Sign Him?
March 07, 2024 05:35 - 40 minutes - 37 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what is real with reporting on Baker Mayfield's contract negotiations with the Buccaneers. Plus what is the Bucs Plan B if they can't re-sign Mayfield and we answer some mailbag questions on the Offensive Line, the Rays season and Lightning's trade deadline plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buccaneers Place Franchise Tag On Antoine Winfield, Jr. & The Real Cost of Mike Evans' Contract
March 06, 2024 05:02 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers using the franchise tag on Antoine Winfield, Jr. which buys them time to agree to a long-term deal. Now Jason Licht can turn his attention to Baker Mayfield before free agency begins. Plus the real cost of Mike Evans' contract, your Buccaneers mailbag questions and USF wins again in front of a 3rd straight sellout crowd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike Evans Wants To Be A 'Buc For Life' and Re-Signs With Tampa Bay
March 05, 2024 05:01 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans passing on free agency and re-signing with the Buccaneers. What does this mean for Baker Mayfield and Antoine Winfield, Jr., as it is Franchise Tag day in the NFL. Plus Jon Cooper raises money for pediatric cancer research, the anniversary of Dave Wills' passing, USF to play a home basketball game while ranked and Gibbs High School wins the state title in Basketball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike Evans To Test Free Agency
March 04, 2024 13:23 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Mike Evans will test free agency next week which doesn't rule out a return to Tampa Bay. How does this impact Baker Mayfield's decision and will the Bucs put the franchise tag on Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus Rick remembers Martin Fennelly and Chris Mortensen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Devin White, Rays Pitching & Lightning Trade Targets
March 01, 2024 05:13 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Devin White, Raymond James Stadium, Rays pitching and catching plus Lightning trade targets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Millionaires Complaining About Billionaires
February 29, 2024 05:02 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFLPA's annual survey of owners and teams where the Buccaneers rank 24th out of 32 teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bucs Release Shaq Barrett and are Optimistic To Sign Baker Mayfield & Mike Evans
February 28, 2024 05:51 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest from Jason Licht and Todd Bowles at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis where the Bucs have a quiet confidence that they'll get deals done with Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans. Plus the Bucs will release Shaq Barrett and power goes out literally in Philadelphia as the Lightning lose 6-2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
USF Basketball Ranked For 1st Time & Hate Mail For Baker Mayfield
February 27, 2024 05:33 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the USF Men's Basketball team being ranked for the first time in school history. Plus Rick is at the scouting combine in Indianapolis where talks will continue to re-sign Baker Mayfield for the Buccaneers despite an email we received from Scott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NFL Scouting Combine, Lightning Win 2, Rays Spring Training Games & USF Clinches Share of AAC Title
February 26, 2024 05:01 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MAILBAG: Rays Catching, Josh Lowe, Randy Arozarena, Nikita Kucherov, Russell Gage & More
February 23, 2024 05:58 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on Rays catching, Josh Lowe, Randy Arozarena, Nikita Kucherov, Russell Gage, Jordan Whitehead and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike Evans' Future In Tampa Bay & Why Don't Glazers Get More Credit For Bucs Success
February 22, 2024 06:14 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest news on Mike Evans and the chances he returns to the Buccaneers, what will the Falcons do at quarterback and why don't the Glazers get more credit for the Bucs success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rays Sign Rosario, Bucs Franchise Tag Update & Mailbag on Salary Cap, Free Agency & More
February 21, 2024 05:03 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays signing infielder Amed Rosario, why, despite was some in the 'media' say, the Bucs will likely franchise tag Antoine Winfield, Jr., if they use the tag at all and we answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on the Bucs salary cap, free agency, clock management and defensive coordinator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Antoine Winfield, Jr., Likely Candidate for Franchise Tag, Lightning Lose Again & USF Moving Up Rankings
February 20, 2024 07:23 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2nd straight lackluster game at home which saw them unable to execute cleanly, the Buccaneers will likely franchise tag Antoine Winfield, Jr., if they can't reach a long term deal, the rumors that started about Baker Mayfield's future and USF basketball is close to being ranked for the first time ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
USF Beats FAU at Sold Out Yuengling Center, Bucs Salary Cap Situation & Lightning Blown Out By Panthers
February 19, 2024 05:02 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF's big win over FAU to keep them in 1st place in the AAC, the Buccaneers can save cap money if they can re-sign Baker Mayfield or Mike Evans today but it won't happen, and the Lightning get blown out at home by the Panthers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Logan Hall, Josh Lowe, Stadiums and Sports On TV
February 16, 2024 05:01 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans, Logan Hall, the salary cap, Bucs stadium, Rays season, Josh Lowe, Rays stadium, Dave Wills, and sports on TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
USF Wins 10th Straight & Sells Out Sunday's Game vs FAU & Coaching Fallout From The Super Bowl
February 15, 2024 05:14 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the fallout from the Super Bowl as the 49ers fire Steve Wilkes, we hear audio of the 49ers not knowing the overtime rules, South Florida Men's Basketball wins their 10th straight game and have sold out Sunday's matchup vs FAU and we look at where Tampa Bay is at as a sports market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rays Open Camp, Lightning Beat Bruins & Buccaneers Mailbag
February 14, 2024 11:05 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the opening of Rays Spring Training today, the Girls Flag Football being played at the Buccaneers, the Lightning beat the Bruins in a shootout and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Baker Mayfield, Tom Brady and Taylor Swift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The State of Quarterbacking In The NFL As Patrick Mahomes Proves His The Best Current QB
February 13, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the state of quarterbacking today in the NFL as Patrick Mahomes proves he's the best QB on the planet currently. Plus how much credit do the Buccaneers get for beating the Chiefs in their current Super Bowl run. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Patrick Mahomes Leads Chiefs To 3rd Super Bowl Win In 5 Years
February 12, 2024 05:29 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Kansas City Chiefs 25-22 Overtime win in Super Bowl LVIII to win their 3rd title in 5 years as Patrick Mahomes wins his 3rd Super Bowl MVP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Super Bowl LVIII Preview, Sergachev Has Surgery, Lightning Lose To Islanders & Rays Re-Sign Neander and Cash
February 09, 2024 05:09 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Super Bowl LVIII as the Chiefs are looking for their 3rd Super Bowl win under Andy Reid and the 49ers are looking for their first in 29 years. Plus Mikhail Sergachev has surgery as the Bolts lose to the Islanders and the Rays re-sign Erik Neander and Kevin Cash to long-term deals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buccaneers Hire A Special Teams Coordinator & Mikhail Sergachev Hurt Again
February 08, 2024 05:02 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring a Special Teams Coordinator, Mikhail Sergachev injured again in his first game back and it looks bad for the Lightning, plus more of your mailbag questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bucs' Liam Coen's First Comments Since Getting The Job & USF Men's Basketball Wins 8th Straight
February 07, 2024 06:11 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers new Offensive Coordinator's first press conference where he said he's here to coach Baker Mayfield, plus they've hired an Offensive Line Coach and USF Men's Basketball wins their 8th straight to after leading for less than 30 seconds of the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
MAILBAG: Former Bucs Coordinators, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, Senior Bowl & More
February 06, 2024 05:02 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about former Buccaneers coordinators, new NFC South coaches, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, coaches work schedules and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Baker Mayfield's Weekend At The Pro Bowl Games & Buccaneers New OC Liam Coen
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's big weekend at the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Buccaneers hire Liam Coen from Kentucky as their new Offensive Coordinator, Ryan Jensen announces his retirement and Nikita Kucherov turns heel at the NHL All-Star Game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buccaneers OC Update & More With Andy Freed On The Rays
February 02, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick with updates on the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search and Baker Mayfield shining at the Pro Bowl Games plus part 2 with Rays Radio's Andy Freed on the pitching staff and more this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Freed On The Rays Changes For 2024, Young Players Being Given An Opportunity and 20 Years of Calling Rays Games
February 01, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBRick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Rays Radio Play By Play man Andy Freed to discuss the changes on the Rays this season, some of the young players they will be counting on and 20 years of calling Rays games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should Patrick Mahomes Be In GOAT Conversation Yet & Dan Campbell's Choice In Lions Loss
January 31, 2024 05:01 - 32 minutes - 30 MBRick Stroud is joined once again by Tom Jones to discuss if Patrick Mahomes can be considered the Greatest of All Time yet and what to make of Dan Campbell's coaching decisions in the Lions loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick and Tom on Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift and Martin Fennelly
January 30, 2024 05:01 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBRick Stroud is joined by Tom Jones to discuss the Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift impact on the NFL and TV ratings, plus they remember Martin Fennelly and Rick has a Buccaneers OC search update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Super Bowl Is Set After KC Dominates & Detroit Blows A Lead & A Buccaneers OC Update
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Conference Championship Games which saw Kansas City's Defense dominate Baltimore and the Lions blow a 17-point 2nd half lead. Plus the latest on the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search and the Lightning are red-hot entering their bye week. Plus Rick remembers Martin Fennelly who passed away on Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave Canales Leaves Bucs To Coach The Panthers, Raheem Morris To Atlanta & Your Mailbag Questions
January 26, 2024 05:15 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Carolina Panthers hiring former Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales to be their head coach, Raheem Morris hired in Atlanta to coach the Falcons and Bill Belichick may not be coaching anywhere next season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles' time management, will the Bucs re-sign Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans, Offensive Line needs, free agent targets, Ryan Jensen, which Lightning numbers will be retired and a resurgence of US...
Could Dave Canales Be The Panthers Next Head Coach & Jim Harbaugh Returns To The NFL
January 25, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBRick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the chances that Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales gets the Carolina Panthers job and what Todd Bowles' options would be to fill that job. Plus Jim Harbaugh is leaving Michigan for the Chargers so what does that mean for the Wolverines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.