Sports Day Tampa Bay

New Bucs coach Bruce Arians has removed the ping pong table from the Bucs Locker Room so now they will start winning, correct? Rick Stroud breaks this news down for you plus the Rays are rained out for the 3rd time on their road trip, was Blake Snell tipping his pitches last start, Tyler Glasnow is an elite pitcher right now and the 145th Kentucky Derby was one for the ages as Maximum Security crossed the finish line first was didn't win.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud has the details about Buccaneers defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul's 1-car accident early Thursday morning in Broward as he's been released from the hospital and wasn't cited. Plus the Bucs offensive assistant coaches met with the media and discussed tyring to get Jameis Winston to take some time off in the offseason, creating kicking competition and more. Also the Rays beat the Royals to split the series as Charlie Morton pitched well and Brandon Lowe his the game-winning home run moments after being named the AL Rookie of the Month for April.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tampa Bay Times Bucs Writer Rick Stroud was at One Buc Place on Wednesday to meet with the Buccaneers defensive coaches including coordinator Todd Bowles and assistant defensive line coach Lori Locust who is one of two female coaches on Bruce Arians' staff as they prepare for the upcoming mini-camp. Plus the Rays get swept in their doubleheader in Kansas City as Blake Snell struggles in his second start since breaking his toe and Booger McFarland remains in the Monday Night Football booth with Joe Tessitore and Lisa Salters this year. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tampa Bay Times Bucs Beat Writer explores the latest rumor involving Gerald McCoy which says the Browns may have interest in trading RB Duke Johnson for him and what might be behind the reporting out of Canton. Plus the Rays have a doubleheader today after a rain out on Tuesday and who will lead the Rays in home runs by year's end? Today's show is presented by Swimming with the Manatees at Book online at http://SwimmingWithTheManatees.com or call 352-777-1796!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's mailbag Rick Stroud answers your questions about the Bucs draft, why they took a kicker in the 5th round, why no offensive lineman were drafted, is this a make-or-break year for Jason Licht, is there a chance Gerald McCoy could be on the Bucs this season, which defensive backs drafted in the last few years won't make the roster this fall and could the Rays benefit by signing closer Craig Kimbrel? Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tampa Bay Times Bucs Beat Writer Rick Stroud breaks down the Buccaneers selections in the 2019 NFL Draft which included 3 defensive backs, 1 defensive tackle, zero offensive lineman or defensive ends, and a kicker. So how did the Bucs do and when did they decide first round pick Devin White was their guy? Also the Rays continue to roll at 18-9 and coming off a sweep of the Red Sox that has their pitching looking good.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Buccaneers take LSU LB Devin White with the 5th pick in the NFL Draft over Kentucky Edge Rusher Josh Allen as they fill a position of need with a very good pick but was it the right one for the organization? Rick Stroud breaks it down and you'll hear from Devin White who'll be coming to Tampa Bay with his horses.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have the 5th pick in tonight's NFL Draft but which "generational player' will they draft? Tampa Bay Times Beat Writer Rick Stroud breaks down the draft and what it would take for the Bucs to have Josh Allen or Quinnen Williams slide to them, or is their target Devin White or Ed Oliver as the game of liar's poker is underway in regard to what teams will do. Plus Joey Wendle breaks his wrist after being hit by a pitch and Blake Snell was just ok in his return to the mound. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times columnist Martin Fennelly as they discuss Bruce Arians first voluntary mini-camp with the Buccaneers which seemed a little off with the absense of Gerald McCoy, what the Bucs need in the NFL Draft, how Jameis Winston will do this year under Arians, plus how bad was the Lightning sweep in the playoffs after a record setting regular season and how much fun this Rays team should be this year. Today's show is presented by Swimming with the Manatees at Book online at http://SwimmingWithTheManatees.com or call 352-777-1796!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's mailbag includes questions about what circumstances would the Bucs trade back from the 5th pick in the NFL Draft, who would they choose between Ed Oliver and Devin White, how will Jason Licht's draft history be remembered, and is this a make-or-break season for Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariotta. Plus is the Rays start fools gold, are the Rays overly reliant on analytics when it comes to pitching, and if the Columbus Blue Jackets win the Stanley Cup will that take the sting out of the Lightning playoff sweep. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Rays had a lot of missed opportunities in their weekend sweep at the hands of the Red Sox as a baserunning error cost them, early hooks on pitchers and too many walks by relievers, plus they lose Austin Meadows to a thumb injury. Plus the NFL head of scheduling admits they'd like a do-over in regards to the Bucs schedule but it's too late, for Buc RB Reggie Cobb dies at age 50, and Andrei Vasilevskiy and Victor Hedman are named as finalists for NHL awards.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud is joined by Spectrum Sports 360 host Chris Torello as they discuss the early playoff exit by the Lightning and GM Julien Brisebois' comments following the sweep, the Bucs schedule this year and the upcoming NFL Draft and are the Rays the best team in baseball?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bucs Beat Writer Rick Stroud breaks down the 2019 Bucs schedule that starts with 2 games in 5 days, contains a stretch of 49 days without a game at Raymond James Stadium and a 5 game stretch that will have them travelling to the West Coast twice and London. Plus the Rays have now won their 6th series of the season beating Baltimore 8-1 as they hit 17 balls with an exit velocity of 100+ mph and Lightning GM Julien BriseBois will hold his end of season press conference today but will any changes be announced. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After racking up 62 wins in the regular season the Tampa Bay Lightning fail to get 1 win in the postseason as they are swept by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 4 straight games. Columbus outplayed, out-coached and out-executed the Lightning to beat the best team in the NHL regular season. Plus the Rays keep winning but will be with the reigning Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell for a bit as he broke his toe at home moving an object in his bathroom, and Bucs GM Jason Licht held a pre-draft press conference where he said nothing to tip his hand about next week's NFL Draft. Today's show is presented by Swimming with the Manatees at Book online at http://SwimmingWithTheManatees.com or call 352-777-1796!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rick Stroud previews Game 4 of the Tampa Bay Lightning first round playoff series in which they must win or their season is over. Victor Hedman is doubtful to play but Nikita Kucherov returns after his one game suspension to help their struggling offense. Plus Times beat writer Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Rays start to the season as they've won 5 series in a row and sit with the best record in baseball. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Tampa Bay Lightning are on the verge of being swept in the first round by Columbus so how did they get here after tying the record for wins in the regular season, what changes could be ahead for the team and what can they do to put together 4 straight wins. Plus Tiger Woods wins his first major in 11 years at the Masters in his tremendous comeback story and the Rays have the best record in baseball after winning their 5th straight series to start the season.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s our popular mailbag show where we answer your questions including if the Lightning lose Game 2 will the team panic, are the Rays for real and are they legit contenders, is Jameis Winston bulking up a big deal or much ado about nothing, could the Bucs trade up from the 5th pick in the draft, and are the Bucs considering taking Houston’s Ed Oliver with their first pick.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Lightning jumped out to a 3-0 lead after the first period but couldn't hold on as the Blue Jackets scored 3 goals in the 3rd period to take Game 1. The Lightning hadn't lost a game all season that they led by 3+ goals so what happened? Plus the Rays sweep the White Sox as Tyler Glasnow was dealing and the Rays give up 1 run or less for the 8th time this season as they are now 10-3, and will the Bucs Chris Godwin be a 100+ catch receiver this year. Today's show is presented by May Electric Solar at http://mayelectricsolar.com. Call them at 727-819-2862 to start saving 90-95% on your electric bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Lightning begin their quest for Lord Stanley's Cup begins tonight with Game 1 vs. the Blue Jackets so Diana Nearhos joins us to break down the regular season and can their success carry on in the postseaon. Victor Hedman appears ready to play in Game 1 but it looks like Anton Stralman won't play so how does that affect the defense. Plus the Rays are now 9-3 and the Bucs release their preseason schedule. Today's show is presented by Swimming with the Manatees at Book online at http://SwimmingWithTheManatees.com or call 352-777-1796!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Rays improve to 8-3 as they spoil the White Sox home opener behind Blake Snell's 11 strikeouts in route to a 5-1 win in which Hunter Wood pitched the last 3 innings for his first major league save. Victor Hedman practiced for the first time since leaving injured 5 games ago as the Lightning prepare for the Blue Jackets on Wednesday. Virginia hangs on to beat Texas Tech in overtime to become National Champions in a great game and Jameis Winston opens up about his faith and how it's helped him change his life. Today's show is presented by Millian-Aire for all your air conditioning needs. Give them a call at 727-862-2100 or visit http://www.millian-aire.com/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.