Award Winning Journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times takes you inside Tampa Bay Sports each weekday. Rick will go deeper into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay and have great guests to give even more insight on the Bucs, Rays, Lightning, USF and more.
Todd Bowles Comments On Buccaneers Mistakes & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles' comments about what has gone wrong and how they can't play themselves and the opponent. Plus your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, Tristan Wirfs, Baker Mayfield and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/11/2023 • 41 minutes 37 seconds
Bucs Lose To Colts 27-20, Florida State and USF Win & Andrei Vasilevskiy Returns
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the the Buccaneers 27-20 loss to the Colts which saw Rachaad White run for 100 yards, Mike Evans catch 2 touchdowns and still lose. The defense gave up nearly 400 yards and 3 fourth-down conversions. Plus Florida State beats Florida but can they still make the College Football Playoff, USF goes bowling and Andrei Vasilevskiy returns for the Lightning while they score 8 goals on 14 shots in Carolina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/11/2023 • 56 minutes 12 seconds
Buccaneers-Colts Preview and Mailbag Questions Answered
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Buccaneers-Colts game in a winnable game but the injuries could be an issue for Tampa Bay. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, Charissa Thompson and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/11/2023 • 26 minutes 30 seconds
Buccaneers Injury Questions For This Weekend, Lightning Lose in OT and A Conversation with Brian Griese
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injuries mounting for the game in Indianapolis this weekend, the Lightning get a point vs Winnipeg but lose in overtime and Rick's conversation with former Buccaneers QB Brian Griese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/11/2023 • 33 minutes 25 seconds
Florida-FSU With Backup QBs, USF & UCF Need To Win For A Bowl Game & OSU-Michigan
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Jordan Travis' season-ending injury at Florida State and what it means for their path to the playoff, the Florida-Florida State game with 2 backup QBs, USF and UCF gets a bowl game with wins this weekend, and previewing the rest of College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/11/2023 • 42 minutes 40 seconds
Lightning Beat Bruins 5-4 in OT For 3rd Win In A Row
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-4 overtime win vs. the Bruins that saw the Lightning outshoot them 46-27 but still needed a Steven Stamkos goal with 4.8 seconds left to send it to OT. Plus how the Bucs big stars on defense aren't playing to the level they are being paid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/11/2023 • 33 minutes 1 second
Buccaneers Lose To 49ers As Injuries Are A Big Concern Moving Forward
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 27-14 loss to the 49ers that saw the defense continue to give up big plays but the offense had chances to win it late. A big worry is the injuries to Jamel Dean, Carlton Davis, Lavonte David and Tristan Wirfs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/11/2023 • 31 minutes 11 seconds
Bucs-49ers Preview & More Buccaneers Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-49ers game this weekend as a win would put Tampa Bay in 1st place in the NFC South. Plus we answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Ryan Jensen, Baker Mayfield, last seconds field goal attempts and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/11/2023 • 32 minutes 10 seconds
Jimbo's Firing, Gators Defense, USF's Bowl Fight & FSU's Path To The Playoff
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Jimbo Fisher's firing at Texas A&M, Florida State's path to the playoff, USF fighting for a bowl game, the Gators giving up 700 yards to LSU and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/11/2023 • 40 minutes 44 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Tom Brady, The Defense and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Dave Canales, Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, the defense and more. Plus Kevin Cash finishes 3rd in AL Manager of the Year voting and Bills fire their Offensive Coordinator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/11/2023 • 48 minutes 6 seconds
Is Baker Mayfield The Biggest Steal In The NFL This Season?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield is the biggest steal in the NFL this on a $4 million dollar deal and they are .5 game out of first place. Plus what are the Bucs playoff chances, Andrei Vasilevskiy participates in Lightning practice and Yandy Diaz won the Silver Slugger Award last week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/11/2023 • 34 minutes 6 seconds
Buccaneers Beat Titans 20-6 as Defense and Mike Evans Have A Big Day
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-6 win over the Titans that saw the defense come alive with man-to-man coverage and blitzes while the offense saw Mike Evans have a big day. Plus a good weekend of college football and the Lightning struggled on Saturday night without Nikita Kucherov. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/11/2023 • 42 minutes 32 seconds
Bucs-Titans Preview and More Buccaneers Mailbag Questions on Baker Mayfield, Devin White and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this Sunday's Bucs-Titans games as Tampa Bay looks to stop their 4-game losing streak. Can the offense pick up where they left off last week and can the defense stop making crucial mistakes plus your mailbag questions on Tom Brady vs Baker Mayfield, Devin White's position and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/11/2023 • 31 minutes 27 seconds
Can The Gators Count To 11, Florida State-Miami This Weekend and USF Still Looking To Go Bowling
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the Florida Gators inability to count to 11, Florida State's game vs Miami this weekend and their standing in the College Football Playoff rankings, USF's winnable game vs Temple this weekend and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/11/2023 • 34 minutes 21 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Dave Canales, Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans and more. Plus the Lightning end their 4-game road trip with a win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/11/2023 • 41 minutes 2 seconds
Bucs DB Carlton Davis' "Bad Day", Lightning Lose In OT To Toronto Again & Kevin Cash A Finalist For Manager Of The Year
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles saying Carlton Davis had a bad day on Sunday as the Bucs lost 39-37 to Houston. Plus the Lightning blow a 4-1 lead to lose in overtime to Toronto 6-5 and Kevin Cash up for Manager of the Year again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/11/2023 • 39 minutes 30 seconds
Buccaneers Defense Can't Hold Late Lead Again As They Lose To Houston 39-37
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers offense scoring 37 points but the defense couldn't hold the lead in the final minute again to lose 39-37 as rookie QB CJ Stroud set a rookie record with 470 yards passing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/11/2023 • 34 minutes 13 seconds
Is Bucs-Texans a 'Must-Win' Game For Tampa Bay & Tom Brady Played Here With A Separated Shoulder
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Texans game on Sunday that isn't a must-win game but kinda feels like it as a loss would drop them to 3-5 and be their 4th loss in a row. Plus Tom Brady reveals he played part of a season in Tampa Bay with a separated shoulder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/11/2023 • 38 minutes 43 seconds
Bobby Knight Passes, Florida's Loss to Georgia, FSU's Road Ahead and USF Fighting For a Bowl Game
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the death of Bobby Knight, Florida's fourth-and-dumb vs Georgia, Florida State's path ahead, USF fighting for a bowl game, what's going on with Jim Harbaugh and Dabo Swinney, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/11/2023 • 48 minutes 56 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, Offensive Line, Todd Bowles, Mike Evans & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, the Offensive Line, Dave Canales, Mike Evans, Tampa Bay's playoff chances and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/11/2023 • 51 minutes 24 seconds
Rick & Tom on Halloween, Bucs Playoff Chances, Baker Mayfield, Quarterbacking In The NFL and More
We have a treat for you on Halloween as Rick and Tom are talking trick-or-treating, Bucs playoff hopes, quarterback in the NFL, the state of football and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/10/2023 • 1 hour 1 minute 50 seconds
Is Baker Mayfield In Jeopardy Of Losing Buccaneers Starting QB Job & Georgia Rolls Over Gators
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rick's article asking if the Buccaneers should bench Baker Mayfield after 3 straight losses and the answer is 'no' for those who read it. Plus Fourth-and-Dumb for the Gators as Georgia dominates in the rivalry once again and the Lightning return to the ice tonight while Andrei Vasilevskiy was at practice on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/10/2023 • 40 minutes 31 seconds
Bucs Lose To Bills 24-18 and Lightning Shutout The Sharks 6-0
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers fall to the Bills 24-18 that saw the offense get started too late again, Rachaad White ran better and Mike Evans wasn't targeted enough. On the defensive side they did well in the red zone but still had too many busted coverages. Plus the Lightning shutout the Sharks 6-0 as Jonas Johansson gets his 2nd straight shutout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/10/2023 • 32 minutes 10 seconds
Buccaneers-Bills Preview As Tampa Bay Looking To End Their 2-Game Skid
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Bills Thursday night game as Tampa Bay is looking to avoid a 3rd straight loss and to keep their record above .500 as a tough schedule is ahead. They will be without Matt Feiler so Aaron Stinnie will start on the offensive line and the backfield will see Chase Edmonds return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/10/2023 • 39 minutes 36 seconds
Florida State's Win Over Duke, USF Could Make A Bowl Game & Previewing Florida-Georgia
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida State's win over Duke, USF getting to 4-4 and looking for a bowl game and previewing Florida-Georgia this weekend. Plus the Buccaneers continue prep for their Thursday night game in Buffalo as Antoine Winfield, Jr., spoke up in the locker room after the loss on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/10/2023 • 46 minutes 48 seconds
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, Running Game, Defensive Miscues & Time Management
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct on a short week including those about Baker Mayfield, Dave Canales, the running game, the Offensive Line, defensive breakdowns late in game and time managment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/10/2023 • 50 minutes 6 seconds
Buccaneers Fall Out Of 1st Place In NFC South As Offense Struggles Again In Loss To Falcons
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 16-13 loss to the Falcons in a winnable game that once again saw the Bucs offense struggle to run the ball or put the ball in the end zone. The defense was great until the final drive, giving up less than 20 points again. Plus the Lightning blew a 3-1 lead late in the 3rd period to Toronto and the Rowdies were shutout in their first playoff game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/10/2023 • 43 minutes 51 seconds
Bucs-Falcons Preview As Baker Mayfield and the Offense Must Be Better
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers divisional matchup with the Falcons this weekend that could see the Bucs take a commanding lead in the NFC South with a win. To do that though, Baker Mayfield must play better than he did last week and the defense will have to stop the Falcons running attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/10/2023 • 30 minutes 47 seconds
Gators Comeback Win, Florida State Facing Duke, USF's Struggles & The Future of Jimbo at Texas A&M
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's comeback win over South Carolina, Florida State's upcoming game with Duke, USF's defensive slide the last 2 weeks, Colorado's collapse and the future of Jimbo Fisher at Texas A&M. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/10/2023 • 39 minutes 12 seconds
Is The Criticism Of Buccaneers OC Dave Canales Warranted & Lightning Salvage A Point In Buffalo
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer a mailbag question on why Dave Canales is being criticized, should the Buccaneers just rebuild and if Todd Bowles is a lame duck coach. Plus the Lightning salvage a point in Buffalo with a better performance than the rest of the road trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/10/2023 • 52 minutes 39 seconds
How Much Blame Is On Dave Canales For Buccaneers Offensive Struggles
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles saying the offense had a 'clunker' on Sunday and he has full confidence in Dave Canales and his staff. Plus can Baker Mayfield stay healthy all season, do the Buccaneers have an RB1 and some thoughts on last weekend's college football games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/10/2023 • 44 minutes 24 seconds
Buccaneers' Offense Sputters In Loss To Lions & Lightning Lose To Detroit and Ottawa
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-6 loss to the Lions which saw the offense struggle on 3rd down and fail to run the ball effectively again. Is Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales to blame for the offensive troubles. Plus the Lightning lose both games of a back-to-back in Detroit and Ottawa, surrendering 80 shots over the 2 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/10/2023 • 41 minutes 39 seconds
Buccaneers Have Chance To Make Statement vs. Lions & The Best Teams Out In MLB Playoffs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers game vs. the Lions this weekend, a great test and a team that the Buccaneers would like to be more like, a great defense and a team that runs the ball well. Plus the baseball playoffs are seeing all the best teams eliminated and what is said in the locker room. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/10/2023 • 37 minutes 31 seconds
Mario Cristobal's Decision To Not Kneel, Florida State's Path to Playoff & USF's Loss at UAB
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Mario Cristobal's decision to not take a knee that cost them a game, Florida State's path to the Playoff, USF's loss at UAB, Florida's rebound vs Vanderbilt and a look ahead at this week's slate of games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/10/2023 • 43 minutes 28 seconds
Lightning Get 2 Goals Each From Kucherov and Paul To Beat Predators 5-3
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win over the Predators as Nick Paul and Nikita Kucherov both score 2 goals, Brandon Hagel with a penalty shot and goalie Jonas Johansson stops 28 of 31 shots. Plus the Bucs are preparing for a Lions team that might be the 3rd best team in the NFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/10/2023 • 45 minutes 51 seconds
Lightning Season Is Here, Rays Front Office Searching For Answers & Luke Goedeke Says He's Faced Better Than Hutchinson
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's season opener tonight at Amalie Arena and why many are writing this team off but there is a lot to like about the team. Plus the Rays front office has no answers as to why they can't score in the postseason and Luke Goedeke says he's faced better than Aiden Hutchinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/10/2023 • 49 minutes 54 seconds
Baker Mayfield's Bye Week, Gators Bounced Back, South Florida Struggled & Lightning Put Zach Bogosian On Waivers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield's bye week which included GM Jason Licht praising him and he traveled to Texas to be on ESPN as part of the Texas-OU game. Plus the Rangers are dominating the Orioles in the baseball playoffs, Florida rebounded vs Vanderbilt and South Florida's defense was dominated by UAB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2023 • 48 minutes 9 seconds
Is Billy Napier Feeling The Pressure Of Being The Gators Coach & How Good Has Alex Golesh Been This Year at South Florida
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss if Billy Napier is feeling the pressure of being the coach of the Gators, the coaching job Alex Golesh is doing at South Florida, the 28-point blown lead by UCF and looking ahead to this weekend's games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/10/2023 • 38 minutes 3 seconds
Rays Swept Out Of The Playoffs Again, Losing Streak Now At 7 Games
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what went wrong for the Rays this postseason as they once again only score 1 run in 2 games and are swept in the Wild Card round. This time it wasn't just the hitting that failed, but the pitching and defense wasn't good enough. Plus your mailbag questions on Rays injuries, Tyler Glasnow and the Bucs' Antoine Winfield, Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/10/2023 • 37 minutes 47 seconds
Rays Offense Continues To Sputter In The Postseason And The Pitching and Defense Lets Them Down Too
Rick Stroud on the Rays losing the Wild Card Series Game 1 to the Rangers as they've now gone 27 postseason innings without scoring a run, the defense committed 4 errors, Jose Siri is bunting instead of swinging and Tyler Glasnow looked tight. Plus Bucs OC Dave Canales called a great game on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/10/2023 • 37 minutes 15 seconds
How The Rays Got To 99 Wins And What They Need To Do To Beat The Rangers In The Wild Card
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to preview the Rays Wild Card Series vs the Rangers which starts today. How did the Rays manage to win 99 games this year with all its adversity, how will they use their pitching in this series and can they hit enough to win in the postseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/10/2023 • 35 minutes 16 seconds
Buccaneers Beat Saints 26-9 & Lead NFC South Heading Into Bye Week
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 26-9 win in New Orleans to give themselves a 1-game lead in the NFC South heading into their bye week. Baker Mayfield threw 3 TDs and was great running the ball and the defense was fantastic with Antoine Winfield, Jr., leading the way. Plus the Rays will face the Rangers this week in the Wild Card while Yandy Diaz won the batting title, USF gets it's first road win in 4 years, Florida gets run over by Kentucky and Andrei Vasilevskiy will miss 2 months for the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/10/2023 • 44 minutes 18 seconds
Bucs-Saints Preview Plus Mailbag Questions On Rachaad White, Rays Playoffs & Alex Golesh
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers matchup this weekend against the Saints as they get a chance to bounce back against a division foe. Plus your mailbag questions on Rachaad White, the running game, Bucs playoffs and primetime games, Rays playoff chances, Alex Golesh's performance at USF and Steven Stamkos' contract situation with the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/09/2023 • 44 minutes 31 seconds
Rays Odd Celebration & Matt Baker On FSU's Win At Clemson & USF's Improvement
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays oddly timed celebration after their win in Boston on Wednesday and then Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's State's win at Clemson, USF's improvements and UCF's upcoming 1st home game in the Big 12. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/09/2023 • 46 minutes 43 seconds
Buccaneers Running Game Is Last In NFL & Rays Hold On To Beat Red Sox
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles where the running game was non-existent and now ranks last in the NFL. Plus there is now a criminal investigation around Mike Williams' death, the Rays get a big early lead and had to hold one against the Red Sox and there was an Andrei Vasilevskiy sighting at Lightning practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/09/2023 • 36 minutes 43 seconds
Bucs Lose To Eagles 25-11 On Monday Night Football
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 25-11 loss to the Eagles on Monday Night Football. Tampa Bay forced 2 turnovers but they committed their first turnovers of the year, the running game never got going and they lost the special teams battle. On a brighter side, Ronde Barber was honored and received his Hall of Fame ring at halftime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/09/2023 • 34 minutes 39 seconds
Bucs-Eagles Monday Night Football Preview & Rays' Arozarena and Diaz Get Hurt Over The Weekend
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look ahead to tonight's Monday Night Football game as the Buccaneers are looking to remain one of 3 undefeated teams in the NFL through 3 weeks as they host the NFC Champion Eagles. Plus it looks like the Bucs will face Jameis Winston next week in New Orleans as Derek Carr is hurt, a crazy weekend of college football and the Rays drop 2-of-3 to the Blue Jays and it looks like they won't win the AL East but will host a Wild Card series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/09/2023 • 47 minutes 7 seconds
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Shaq Barrett, Jonathan Aranda, Wander Franco and Steven Stamkos
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield and the start of the Buccaneers season, Baker's future contracts, Shaq Barrett, Wander Franco, Jonathan Aranda, and Steven Stamkos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/09/2023 • 56 minutes
Steven Stamkos 'Disappointed' With Lack Of Contract Talks, Rays Lose & Previewing FSU-Clemson
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos' comments that he's 'disappointed' that he hasn't had contract talks with the Lightning for next season, the Rays lose to the Angels, the Bucs honor Ronde Barber with a movie and Matt Baker joins to discuss last week's Gators and USF games and look ahead to FSU-Clemson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/09/2023 • 47 minutes 20 seconds
Rays Announce A New Stadium Deal & Lightning Report To Training Camp Today
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays and St Pete's announcement on a deal for a new stadium on the Tropicana Field site. Plus Eduardo Encina joins us to preview the Lightning's Training Camp which starts today with player reporting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/09/2023 • 49 minutes 13 seconds
Rays Set To Announce A New Stadium Deal In St. Pete Ending A 16 Year Search
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the report from Marc Topkin that the Rays will announce a stadium deal to keep the team in St. Pete and develop the Tropicana Field site into a new $1.2 billion fixed-roof stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/09/2023 • 40 minutes 1 second
Buccaneers Are Now 2-0 With Win Over Bears, Rays Splits Baltimore Series & Florida and USF Looked Good
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 27-17 win over the Bears to start the season 2-0 as the defense continues to create turnovers, the running game was improved and Baker Mayfield found Mike Evans often. Plus the Rays clinched a playoff spot despite splitting their 4-game series in Baltimore and remain 2-games back in the AL East with 11 to play and Florida and South Florida looked good on Saturday while Florida State struggled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/09/2023 • 43 minutes
Rays Win Put Them 1 Game Back In AL East & Buccaneers Prepare For Bears With Some Injury Concerns
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the Orioles to move within 1 game in the AL East as Luke Raley and Randy Arozarena provide the offense and the bullpen continues to excel. Plus the Buccaneers have some injury concerns heading into their game with Bears this Sunday as they look to start 2-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/09/2023 • 39 minutes 24 seconds
Is Florida-Tennessee Billy Napier's Biggest Game Of His Career & Can USF Hang With Alabama
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the most important game in Billy Napier's career as Florida hosts Tennessee, can USF hang with Alabama and does Florida State need to blow out Boston College. Plus the Rays win on a 9th inning homer from Randy Arozarena and are now just 2 game back going into their 4-game series in Baltimore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/09/2023 • 50 minutes 46 seconds
Rick and Tom On Buccaneers Opening Week Win & Aaron Rodgers Injury
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Buccaneers Opening Week win over the Vikings and what Aaron Rodgers injury means for the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/09/2023 • 47 minutes 58 seconds
BONUS: Trent Cooper on NFL360 Feature On Tight Ends Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst And Their Struggles With Mental Health
Rick Stroud is joined by Trent Cooper from the NFL to discuss tonight's piece on NFL360 about Darren Waller and Hayden Hurst and their struggles with mental health. The feature airs tonight at 8pm ET and will be available on NFL+ later this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/09/2023 • 22 minutes 50 seconds
Bucs Happy With Offensive Line, Rays Win Behind Yandy's 4 Hits & Aaron Rodgers Might Be Done For The Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Aaron Rodgers leaving his Jets debut just 4 snaps in as the worst is feared but New York comes back to beat the Bills. Plus the Buccaneers are happy with their Offensive Line play and the Rays win in Minnesota as Yandy Diaz gets 4-hits for the 3rd time this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/09/2023 • 39 minutes 59 seconds
Buccaneers Win In Minnesota Behind 3 Defensive Takeaways, a Gutsy Offense Performance & a 57-Yard Field Goal
Rick Stroud is in Minneapolis where the Buccaneers beat the Vikings 20-17 thanks to 3 turnovers by the defense, a gutsy performance by the offense and a 57-yard field goal by Chase McLaughlin as the Bucs are 1-0 heading home to face the Bears next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/09/2023 • 43 minutes 10 seconds
Bucs-Vikings Preview, Mike Evans' Contract & Baker Mayfield On How He Got To Tampa And The Expectations This Year
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers Week 1 matchup with the Vikings, discuss Mike Evans' comments about his contract status and Rick sits down 1-on-1 with Baker Mayfield to discuss how he got to Tampa Bay and the chip he has on his shoulder about this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/09/2023 • 1 hour 9 minutes 30 seconds
Former Bucs WR Mike Williams In ICU & Matt Baker On A Wild College Football Week 1
Rick Stroud on the latest on former Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams who is in ICU in Tampa plus Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss a wild Week 1 with Florida State blowing out LSU, the Gators struggle and USF show promise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/09/2023 • 52 minutes 15 seconds
Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles On Last Year's Challenges, Changes For This Season & Baker Mayfield's Fit
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles' comments about being 'handcuffed a little bit' last year and the changes he got to make for this year's team. You'll hear his conversation with Rick about this season, the challenges of last year and why Baker Mayfield is a perfect fit for this team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/09/2023 • 39 minutes 27 seconds
Mike Evans Deadline For An Extension, Florida State Dominated LSU, USF Played Well & Rays Scuffle in Cleveland
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans setting a deadline to get a deal done with the Buccaneers for an extension, a wild weekend of College Football including Florida State's big win over LSU, USF played well against Western Kentucky and Colorado wins in Coach Prime's debut, plus the Rays scuffle in Cleveland and in Game 1 vs Boston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/09/2023 • 48 minutes 44 seconds
Will This Be Mike Evans Last Season As A Buccaneer, Gators Lose To Utah and Randy Arozarena's 20/20 Season Streak
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Mike Evans will be playing his last season with the Buccaneers as his contract is up, the Gators lose in Utah to start the season but if you have Spectrum you couldn't watch it, Randy Arozarena becomes the first Rays player to go 20-20 for 3 straight seasons and Tom Brady makes a hilarious cameo in a Lays commercial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/09/2023 • 38 minutes 46 seconds
College Football Preview: Gators at Utah, USF at W. Kentucky & Florida State vs LSU
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Week 1 including the Gators at Utah tonight, USF at Western Kentucky and Florida State vs LSU in Orlando on Sunday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/08/2023 • 33 minutes 3 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Outlook, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, Wide Receivers & Rays vs Yankees
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers season outlook, their defense, Robert Hainsey, Baker Mayfield, the wide receivers, why the Rays aren't retaliating against the Yankees and what to make of the Rays success over the last decade or more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/08/2023 • 51 minutes 14 seconds
Hurricane Idalia is Coming, Buccaneers Begin Making Cuts & Where Is Logan Hall
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the impending Hurricane Idalia that might impact the Tampa Bay area and we remember the logistics around moving games for Ian and Irma. Plus the Buccaneers begin making their cuts to get down to a 53-man roster including QB John Wolford and others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/08/2023 • 29 minutes 39 seconds
Ryan Jensen Won't Play This Season, Bucs Offense Looks Good Under Dave Canales & Yankees Keep Hitting Rays Batters
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers center Ryan Jensen being placed on IR which ends his season, how the Buccaneers offense might fare this year after seeing Baker Mayfield and the starters vs. the Ravens, plus the Yankees keep hitting Rays batters including Randy Arozarena again on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/08/2023 • 43 minutes 5 seconds
Bucs Starters Will Play In Final Preseason Game, Rays Win Again Plus College Football Week 0 & New Gators Documentary
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss College Football's Week 0 which is upon up and the new Netflix documentary on Urban Meyer's Florida Gators teams. Plus the Rays sweep the Rockies with another comeback win and the Bucs prepare for their final preseason game vs the Ravens in which the starters will play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/08/2023 • 40 minutes 35 seconds
Rays Get Another Comeback Win Over Rockies Despite Replay Missing An Obvious Call
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2nd straight comeback win vs. the Rockies that saw Tampa Bay forced to extra innings because replay officials blew a call. Plus Baker Mayfield is taking charge of the Buccaneers offense now that he's QB1 as they head into the final preseason game this Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/08/2023 • 32 minutes 16 seconds
Baker Mayfield Named Starting QB, Wander Franco Now On Administrative Leave & Lightning Re-Sign Brandon Hagel
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers finally naming Baker Mayfield their starting quarterback, his lawsuit he filed to find out where $12 million went, Wander Franco moved to MLB's administrative list while the investigation continues, Rays use 9-run 8th inning to beat the Rockies and Lightning sign Brandon Hagel to a new 8-year deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/08/2023 • 52 minutes 38 seconds
Bucs Settle One Position Battle, Others Loom, Plus Mailbag Questions and... Was That the Worst Rays Week Ever?
Rick, with Darek Sharp again filling in for Steve, start off with a little South Florida football (Darek runs the radio side of things on Bulls Unlimited) before getting into the decision on Bucs kicker, other positions that need to be settled, and your Mailbag questions (all Bucs related). Wrap up with some Rays nostalgia in light of a rough week for the squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/08/2023 • 41 minutes 39 seconds
Trask plays bulk, Mayfield sits, very little postgame clarity, plus who stood out in preseason win at the Jets
Much like Kyle Trask handling snaps, most of the show Monday is about the QB situation and the somewhat strange "clarification" provided by Todd Bowles on it. Rick adds in some of the players he thought stood out at the Jets, with the Bucs winning 13-6. Darek Sharp fills in for Steve Versnick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/08/2023 • 44 minutes 7 seconds
Buccaneers-Jets Preview As Kyle Trask Gets The Start At QB
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with a preview of what to look for in the Buccaneers 2nd preseason game vs. the Jets and why Rick believes Baker Mayfield will be named the starting quarterback early next week. Plus more bad reports coming out of the Dominican Republic on Wander Franco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/08/2023 • 37 minutes 20 seconds
Bucs Lose Russell Gage, Joint Practices With Jets Got Physical & Rays Get Pinch-Hit Inside-The-Park HR from Raley
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Russell Gage to a knee injury for the season as the joint practices with the Jets got very chippy in New Jersey. Plus the Rays win and catch up a game on the Orioles as Luke Raley hits the weirdest pinch-hit inside-the-park home run you will ever see. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/08/2023 • 30 minutes 30 seconds
Shane McClanahan To Have Tommy John Surgery & Matt Baker On The Top 25 & Florida State Staying In The ACC Next Year
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's upcoming Tommy John surgery which will keep him out until 2025, the latest on Wander Franco which is being investigated in the Dominican Republic and then Matt Baker joins to discuss his AP Top 25 ballot, Florida State won't be leaving the ACC next year and what to expect from Florida, FSU and USF this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/08/2023 • 43 minutes 40 seconds
Latest On Wander Franco Investigation & Bucs-Jets To Only Have 1 Joint Practice This Week
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest with Major League Baseball's investigation into allegations that Wander Franco had an inappropriate relationship with a minor as he is placed on the restricted list & not with the team this week. Plus the Buccaneers and Jets are now only going to have 1 joint practice this week instead of the 2 that were planned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/08/2023 • 31 minutes 51 seconds
Rays Wander Franco Under Investigation & The Good And Bad From Buccaneers 1st Preseason Game
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Wander Franco under investigation for an inappropriate relationship with a minor and what it could mean for him and the team. Plus the Rays won 2-of-3 from the Guardians and reaction to the Buccaneers 1st preseason game including Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, the Offensive Line and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/08/2023 • 40 minutes 5 seconds
Buccaneers-Steelers Preseason Preview & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers preseason opener tonight vs. the Steelers which will see Baker Mayfield get the start at quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers and College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/08/2023 • 44 minutes 25 seconds
With Shane McClanahan 'Unlikely' to Pitch Again This Season, Are The Rays Suffering More Arm Injuries Than Other Teams
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays recent string of arm injuries to pitchers as Shane McClanahan is now 'unlikely' to pitch again this season as he's seeking more opinions before making a decision. What is the reason that we've seen more arm injuries in baseball and is there something the Rays do that may be causing more of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/08/2023 • 41 minutes 5 seconds
College Football's Realignment Gets Crazier By The Day
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker for the latest in conference realignment including some good things to come out of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/08/2023 • 34 minutes 39 seconds
Devin White Comments On Earlier Trade Request & Why Charting INTs in Training Camp Doesn't Tell The Whole Story
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's first public comments since he asked for a trade in the spring saying that is behind him now. Plus why tracking interceptions in Training Camp doesn't tell the whole story and Baker Mayfield will get the start on Friday night in the Bucs first preseason game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/08/2023 • 43 minutes 56 seconds
Ronde Barber's Induction Into Pro Football Hall of Fame & Rays Win All 3 Series On Road Trip
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ronde Barber's induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame over the weekend and the grudges he still holds. Plus the Rays go 6-3 on their road trip but injuries to pitchers continue to mount as Tyler Glasnow is scratched and Shane McClanahan is in Los Angeles for further evaluations on his forearm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/08/2023 • 43 minutes 11 seconds
Ronde Barber On The Toughest Guys He's Played Against & His Iconic Interception In Philadelphia
Rick Stroud is joined by Ronde Barber who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend as he discusses the toughest competition he's faced and the iconic inception against Philadelphia in the NFC Championship Game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/08/2023 • 22 minutes 31 seconds
Ronde Barber on His Confidence, Why He's Going Into The Hall of Fame & When It Became Real For Him
Rick Stroud sat down with the newest member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Ronde Barber for a conversation about how he worked his way to the Hall of Fame and why he's so confident in his abilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/08/2023 • 25 minutes 10 seconds
Kyle Trask Outplaying Baker Mayfield In Camp, Rays Win In New York & Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 5-2 win over the Yankees as Randy Arozarena goes yard, Kyle Trask is outplaying Baker Mayfield so far in Buccaneers Training Camp and your mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Dave Canales, Kyle Trask, Shaquil Barrett and Rays starting pitching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/08/2023 • 41 minutes 17 seconds
What To Watch For In College Football, Shaquil Barrett Speaks & Rays Trade For A Starting Pitcher
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview the Florida school's seasons including the Gators recruiting, how Alex Golesh is doing at USF and if Florida State can compete for a National Title this year. Plus the Buccaneers Shaq Barrett talks for the first time since losing his daughter and the Rays trade for a starting pitcher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/08/2023 • 36 minutes 8 seconds
Evans & Godwin Shine In Bucs Camp, Kancey Leaves On Golf Cart & Rays Win Series in Houston
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the stars of Sunday's practice at Bucs Training Camp being Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, injury concern for Calijah Kancey, Ryan Jensen details what he went through with his knee and the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Astros as the bats break out for 8 runs on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/07/2023 • 33 minutes 45 seconds
Bucs Head Coach Asks Baker Mayfield If He's The Starting QB & Your Mailbag Questions on Bucs and Rays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles asking Baker Mayfield if he's the starting quarterback. Plus your mailbag questions on Ryan Jensen, Tristan Wirfs, Training Camp busts, creamsickle jerseys, Rays trade deadline, lack of offense and the World Baseball Classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/07/2023 • 55 minutes 22 seconds
Devin White Practices As Buccaneers Training Camp Opens & Rays Lose to Marlins
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Devin White practicing as Buccaneers Training Camp opened up. Plus Calijah Kancey looks good on day 1, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka needs to step up and both Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask did well. Also the Rays lose 7-1 to the Marlins as Zach Eflin leaves in the 4th inning but he's not expected to go on the IL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/07/2023 • 29 minutes 42 seconds
Bucs Devin White Is At Training Camp But Will He Practice?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Training starting as Devin White has shown up but neither GM Jason Licht or Head Coach Todd Bowles would say if he'll practice on Wednesday. Plus it sounds like the QB battle will go through a couple of preseason games before they decide on a starter and the Rays beat the Marlins as the Orioles were walked off in Philadelphia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/07/2023 • 46 minutes 21 seconds
Buccaneers Training Camp Opens Today & The Value Of NFL Running Backs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the upcoming Buccaneers Quarterback battle as Training Camp opens today at One Buc Place. Plus what is the value of an NFL Running Back as several around the NFL are unhappy with the Franchise Tag value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/07/2023 • 41 minutes 4 seconds
Rays Lose Series to Orioles and Fall 2 Games Back In AL East
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays dropping 3-of-4 to the Orioles to fall 2 games back in the AL East as they offense struggles again and the bullpen can't keep the game tied late. Plus Lionel Messi's free kick in his MLB debut, US Women's team wins first game at the World Cup and Buccaneers Training Camp opens this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/07/2023 • 40 minutes 11 seconds
Rays Now In 2nd Place And Your Mailbag Questions About Ohtani, Mike Evans and more
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Orioles taking over the AL East Division lead with a 4-3 win on Thursday and your mailbag questions about if the Rays should target Shohei Ohtani at the trade deadline, Buccaneers outlook for Mike Evans, Rachaad White and the defensive line plus could Tampa get an NBA team one day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/07/2023 • 41 minutes 14 seconds
Rays Now Tied For AL East Lead & Should They Trade For Shohei Ohtani?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays falling into a tie for the AL East after losing their 4th straight. Plus should the Rays put all their prospects chips in on Shohei Ohtani for a shot at the World Series this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/07/2023 • 47 minutes 44 seconds
Rays Offensive Struggles & Antoine Winfield, Jr's Comments on Tom Brady
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are back from vacation to discuss the Rays offensive struggles as their lead in the AL East is down to 1 game. Plus Randy Arozarena put on a show in the Home Run Derby, the Rays to unveil statues of Iwamura and Longoria in September and Antoine Winfield, Jr's comments about Tom Brady. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/07/2023 • 29 minutes 38 seconds
Bob Harig On Who Will Win The Open Championship & More On PGA Tour and LIV Golf Merger
Rick Stroud is joined by Sports Illustrated's Bob Harig to discuss what Tiger Woods thinks of the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and who is the favorite to win the Open Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/07/2023 • 21 minutes
Bob Harig On The Proposed Merger Between the PGA and LIV and How We Got Here
Rick Stroud is joined by Sports Illustrated' s Bob Harig to discuss the proposed merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf and just how we got here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/07/2023 • 26 minutes 5 seconds
Lightning New Additions For This Season & Prospects That Stood Out at Development Camp
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the new signings and how they might fit in to the Bolts and some young prospects that stood out at Development Camp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/07/2023 • 31 minutes 18 seconds
The Impact Losing Alex Killorn, Pat Maroon and Ross Colton Will Have On The Lightning
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the impacts of the Bolts losing Alex Killorn, Pat Maroon and Ross Colton this offseason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/07/2023 • 25 minutes 8 seconds
Sara Walsh on US Women's Team in The World Cup & Buccaneers QB Battle
Rick Stroud is joined by Sara Walsh from the NFL Network and TNT Soccer to talk about the US Team in the upcoming Women's World Cup and the quarterback competition for the Buccaneers between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/07/2023 • 24 minutes 4 seconds
Sara Walsh On Her Rants About Husbands Lies About Playing Golf and More
Rick Stroud is joined by Sara Walsh from NFL Network and TNT Soccer to discuss her on-air rants about husbands lying about how long a round of golf takes to play and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/07/2023 • 23 minutes 9 seconds
Neil Solondz on The Rays 1st Half, Their All-Stars & Looking Ahead To The Rest of the Season
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Rays Play By Play guy Neil Solondz to look back at the first half of the Rays season, the Rays' All-Star nods and what to look for in the 2nd half. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/07/2023 • 28 minutes 5 seconds
Rowdies Head Coach Departing & Your Rays and Lightning Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rowdies Coach Neill Collins leaving for Barnsley FC of English Football League One after 7 years in Tampa Bay as a player and coach. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays needs heading towards the trade deadline, the Rays MVP, the Lightning's offseason moves and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/07/2023 • 47 minutes 57 seconds
Rays Lose 4th Straight, How Concerned Should You Be?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-4 loss to the Phillies which is the first time all season they've lost 4 in a row and just the 2nd time they've lost a home series. Plus your Rays mailbag questions on the Blake Snell trade and where he would fit in this starting rotation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/07/2023 • 31 minutes 55 seconds
Wander Franco Is An All-Star, Rays Lose 3rd Straight & Fireworks
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the amount of fireworks going off around Florida, Wander Franco added to the All-Star Game, Zach Elfin pitches well but Rays lose 3rd straight game and do football players have a rooting interest in who wins a position battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/07/2023 • 36 minutes 32 seconds
Rays Finish Road Trip 3-3, Wander Doesn't Make All-Star Team & Lightning Say Goodbye to Alex Killorn and Pat Maroon
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays losing 2-of-3 to the Mariners, Wander Franco not making the All-Star Team and Randy Arozarena in the Home Run Derby. Plus the Lightning say goodbye to Alex Killorn and Pat Maroon while signing 7 players as free agency began. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct on the Rays trade deadline needs, Brandon Lowe, Yonny Chirinos, Evan Longoria, Lightning's backup goalie, free agent needs, Bucs improvement and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/06/2023 • 36 minutes 58 seconds
Lightning Trade Ross Colton & Rays Struggling To Remain Best Team In Baseball
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's trade of Ross Colton to the Colorado Avalanche and what it means for re-signing Alex Killorn and Tanner Jeannot, plus Evan Longoria wants to be honored by the Rays and the Tampa Bay Times story on how UCF got into the Big 12 while USF remains in the American Athletic Conference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/06/2023 • 32 minutes 20 seconds
Tom Moore Being Honored At Pro Football Hall Of Fame & Evan Longoria Had Talks To Come Back To Rays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Wander Franco's suspension means going forward, Evan Longoria had talks to return to the Rays this season, Tom Moore to receive the Award of Excellence from the Pro Football Hall of Fame and taking family vacations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/06/2023 • 46 minutes 59 seconds
Fond Memories of Longoria, Jets Brace For Hard Knocks, New Bucs Stadium Possible?
Rick and Darek recall all that Evan Longoria - who will be facing his old team when the Rays visit Arizona - did with Tampa Bay. They also take a couple of your Mailbag questions, one very interesting one on the possibility of an upgrade to Ray-Jay. Steven Stamkos picks up some NHL hardware, LSU tops Florida to win the NCAA Baseball tourney, and Aaron Rodgers coming to Hard Knocks!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/06/2023 • 36 minutes 14 seconds
Eventful Rays Weekend With Franco Disciplined, Glasnow Bounceback, And Gators Playing for National Title Monday
Rick Stroud is joined by old friend Darek Sharp, so of course they hit on the whole USF/Matt Baker response, before getting into an eventful Rays series split with Kansas City that involved Shane McClanahan leaving with back tightness, Tyler Glasnow shaking off a bad outing, and Wander Franco being disciplined. Also, the Gators blow up LSU 24-4 to force a deciding game in the World Series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/06/2023 • 41 minutes 2 seconds
Rays Horrible Start To Royals Series & Rick and Tom on Buccaneers Quarterback Battle & Season Expectations
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones are back to discuss the Buccaneers quarterback battle between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask, expectations for this season and a great story about Lou Piniella. But first in the podcast, Rick breaks down the Rays disastrous Game 1 vs the Royals as Shane McClanahan leaves early, Wander Franco is benched for 2 games, Yandy Diaz gets hurt and base running costs them in a 6-5 loss that saw their 2 best relievers blow the lead and take the loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/06/2023 • 37 minutes 32 seconds
Rick and Tom on Rays Regular Seasons, USF's On-Campus Stadium & Vacations
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on vacations, does the Rays regular season matter anymore or is it what happens in the playoffs, and what to make of USF's plans for an on-campus football stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/06/2023 • 31 minutes 25 seconds
MAILBAG: Rays Trade Deadline Priorities, Bucs Offensive Outlook, Devin White, Mike Evans and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Rays priorities at the trade deadline, Brandon Lowe's back, Taylor Walls production, Randy Arozarena's posing, Buccaneers offensive outlook this season, Devin White and Mike Evans' contracts, positions of need entering Training Camp, Tight End room, Hard Knocks, College Football in Florida and the Lightning's priorities in free agency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/06/2023 • 58 minutes 26 seconds
Can USF Afford A Football Stadium, How They Lost The War On I-4 & Billy Napier's Recruiting At Florida
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss how USF is planning on paying for a new on-campus stadium and if they can afford it, plus how USF lost the War on I-4 in conference realignment and Billy Napier's recruiting wins at Florida. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/06/2023 • 35 minutes 20 seconds
Mike Evans Contract & Rays Lose Series In San Diego
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans' contract situation with the Buccaneers as he enters his last year, plus the Rays end a rough road trip with 2 losses in San Diego as Blake Snell shut them down on Saturday and Wyndham Clark wins the US Open in Los Angeles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/06/2023 • 36 minutes 22 seconds
Buccaneers Wrap Up Mini-Camp and Ray Get Series Split In Oakland
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers wrapping up mini-camp and observations on what to expect this season with a new quarterback, offensive coordinator and a lot of young players. Plus the Rays salvage a series split in Oakland with a 4-3 win in the finale as Taj Bradley was great until he wasn't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/06/2023 • 43 minutes 57 seconds
Lavonte David Says Devin White Wants To Play In Tampa Bay & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David's comments about Devin White's offseason and the face he wants to be here. Plus Carson Wentz is working out with Jon Gruden in Tampa Bay and your mailbag questions on the Rays postseason hopes, the Homerun Derby, Bucs stadium and Josh Freeman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/06/2023 • 44 minutes 34 seconds
Is Devin White A 'Hold-In' At Buccaneers Mandatory Mini-Camp?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White attending Buccaneers mandatory mini-camp but not practicing after requesting a trade earlier in the offseason. Plus the offense worked on the red zone and we answer some of your Buccaneers mailbag questions on gambling and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/06/2023 • 37 minutes 54 seconds
Bucs Bringing Back Creamsicle Throwbacks, What To Watch For At Mini-Camp & Rays Are Behind In All-Star Voting
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers bringing back the original creamsicle uniforms for a game in October vs. the Lions, what to watch for at Bucs mandatory Mini-camp this week and no Rays are in the starting lineup for the All-Star Game as the first set of voting results are released. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/06/2023 • 40 minutes 46 seconds
Devin White Appears At Bucs Photoshoot & Rays Take Series Against Rangers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's appearance at the Buccaneers voluntary marketing photoshoot ahead of this week's mandatory mini-camp. Plus the Rays take 2-of-3 from the Rangers in a battle of MLB's best 2 teams as they improve to 31-7 at home this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/06/2023 • 39 minutes 35 seconds
Rays Win 6th Straight As They Sweep The Twins and Who Is The Rays MVP This Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Minnesota Twins as they continue to pressure the opponent with their running game and who is the Rays MVP so far this season. Plus a cool video from Fanatics as they put NFL rookies together with their idols over video and Lionel Messi is coming to America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/06/2023 • 36 minutes 54 seconds
Rays Turn Incredible Double Play Leading To A Randy Arozarena Walk-Off Home Run
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays walk-off win over the Twins as Randy Arozarena hit is 12th home-run to win it and Isaac Paredes and Taylor Walls turned an double play to keep the game tied in the 9th. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays and Lightning and the Buccaneers trainer's son pitching for a chance at the College World Series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/06/2023 • 46 minutes 24 seconds
Tristan Wirfs Discusses Moving To Left Tackle, Rays Shutout The Twins & PGA Tour Sells To LIV Golf
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs Offensive Tackle Tristan Wirfs' comments about moving to left tackle this season, the Rays shutout the Twins 7-0 with bombs from Luke Raley and Jose Siri, your mailbag questions and the PGA Tour sells out to LIV Golf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/06/2023 • 45 minutes 56 seconds
Rays Take Series From Red Sox & Former Blake High Alum Being Investigated By NFL For Gambling
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 3-of-4 from the Red Sox in Boston without hitting a homerun as Shane McClanahan gets his 9th win of the season. Plus a Blake High alum is being investigated for betting on NFL games he played in and going back in time in Tampa Bay sports history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/06/2023 • 38 minutes 2 seconds
Rays Aggressiveness Leading To Wins As They Take 2 Of First 3 In Boston but Injuries Are Mounting
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of the first 3 games in Boston as the bullpen blew the only loss and injuries are now starting to mount. Plus the Rays aggressive running is putting pressure on their opponents and some bullpen help is on the way. Also the Bucs OTAs continue this week as Antoine Winfield, Jr., is set to move back to free safety this year and Tom Brady says he doesn't intend to play this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/06/2023 • 39 minutes 25 seconds
Billy Napier On His First Season At Florida, Future SEC Schedules & Raheem Morris Helps Save A Child's Life
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker who is making his way back from SEC Meetings in Destin, FL, to discuss future SEC scheduling, Billy Napier on his first year at Florida, potential stadium upgrades to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and more. Plus former Buccaneers Head Coach Raheem Morris helps save a kids life in Las Vegas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/06/2023 • 34 minutes 14 seconds
Could Tom Brady Play For The Raiders This Season & Rays Salvage The 3rd Game vs. Cubs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's chances of playing for the Raiders this season after it was confirmed by the NFL that only 24 out of 32 owners would have to approve if his is a minority owner in the club. Plus the Rays salvage the 3rd game against the Cubs with homeruns from Brandon Lowe and Jose Siri as the bullpen struggled but held on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/06/2023 • 41 minutes 12 seconds
Rays Bats Go Silent Again In Chicago & Bucs Coaches Might Be Tipping Who The Starting QB Will Be
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays bats going silent against as they lose to the Cubs 2-1 and another defensive miscue costs leads to the winning run. Plus Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles and OC Dave Canales may be tipping their hand on the starting quarterback for this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/05/2023 • 39 minutes 14 seconds
Rays Take 2 of 3 From Dodgers Then Lose Pitching Duel To Cubs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of 3 from the Dodgers over the weekend that saw the Rays eclipse 100 homeruns on the season, Tyler Glasnow's return and Pete Fairbanks going on the IL and then the Rays lose 1-0 in Chicago despite giving up only 3 hits. Plus the Bucs expect Devin White to be in attendance at the mandatory mini-camp next month, the Heat eliminate the Celtics to advance to the NBA Finals and the Golden Knights will face the Panthers for the Stanley Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/05/2023 • 34 minutes 26 seconds
Rays Take 3 of 4 From Blue Jays, Bucs Preseason Schedule Set and Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays winning 3 of 4 from the Blue Jays as Zach Elfin raised his record to 7-1, the finalize their preseason schedule including join workouts with the Jets and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Devin White, Luke Goedeke, Tom Brady, Byron Leftwich, Gene Deckerhoff and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/05/2023 • 53 minutes 45 seconds
Shane McClanahan Goes 8-0 As Rays Beat Blue Jays Despite The Bullpen Struggling Again
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-3 win over the Blue Jays that saw Shane McClanahan get his 8th win and the bullpen struggled again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/05/2023 • 31 minutes 19 seconds
Rays Blown Out 20-1 By Blue Jays & Bucs OTAs Begin
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting blown out by the Blue Jays 20-1 in the worst defeat in franchise history and the Bucs host Day 1 of OTA practices as Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask looked good running a new offense with more rollouts and waggles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/05/2023 • 42 minutes 6 seconds
ESPN Doesn't Think The Bucs Are Good, Greg Schiano Wasn't Ready For NFL, Tom Brady To Become An Owner and Kevin Kiermaier Returned To The Trop
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being 30th in ESPN's Power Football Index heading into this season, NFL can now flex games to Thursday night later this season, Greg Schiano says he wasn't ready for the NFL when the Buccaneers hired him, Tom Brady to become minority owner of the Raiders plus the Rays beat the Blue Jays as Kevin Kiermaier returned and showed off his arm, Randy Arozarena homered and the bullpen struggled again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/05/2023 • 57 minutes 4 seconds
Rays Take 2 of 3 From Brewers But Bullpen Continues To Be An Issue
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays bullpen woes, Josh Lowe's 30/30 pace this year, Tyler Glasnow's return later this week and the reports that some groups are looking to buy the Rays. Plus the Bucs are counting on a lot of players who played 6 years of college football, the PGA Championship and the NBA and NHL Conference Finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/05/2023 • 48 minutes 24 seconds
Rays Bullpen Struggles, Devin White's Cryptic Social Media Messages & Should James Wilder Be In Bucs Ring Of Honor
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays struggle in the bullpen as they complete their road trip at 4-6 having blown some leads. Plus Devin White's cryptic social media messages about Lavonte David and should James Wilder be in the Buccaneers Ring of Honor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/05/2023 • 36 minutes 24 seconds
USF's Football Stadium Price Tag, The Future Of The ACC Conference And How Close Was Baker Mayfield To Playing At FAU
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the $340 million price tag on the proposed USF football stadium, what is the future of the ACC as schools like Miami and Florida State might be looking to leave, how close was Baker Mayfield to playing at FAU in college and how will Anthony Richardson do in Indianapolis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/05/2023 • 41 minutes 9 seconds
Rays Have Scored 8 Or More Runs In 21 of 43 Games & Are The Yankees Cheating?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays continuous offensive outburst as they've scored 8 or more runs in 21 of their first 43 games and have 10 players with at least 5 homeruns. Plus are the Yankees cheating as Aaron Judge is looking in the dugout during at bats and Diego Germain was ejected for sticky stuff on Tuesday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/05/2023 • 40 minutes 17 seconds
MAILBAG: Rays Swagger, Stadium Plans, Yonny Chirinos, Bucs Draft Grade and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Rays swagger, likability, stadium situation, Yonny Chirinos, Bucs draft grade, their next head coach and Tom Brady spiking the ball instead of extending plays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/05/2023 • 52 minutes 28 seconds
Rays Salvage Series Split In New York After Giving Up Big Leads in Multiple Games
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays series split in New York that saw starters Shane McClanahan and Zach Eflin give up big leads and the bullpen struggle. Plus Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles receives his college degree and YaYa Diaby is looking to make a big impact this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/05/2023 • 31 minutes 49 seconds
Buccaneers Schedule Breakdown & Drew Rasmussen and Josh Lowe Lead The Rays Over The Yankees
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers 2023 schedule and come out with a surprising win total, plus the Rays beat up on the Yankees in the Bronx to open up the series behind Drew Rasmussen who was dealing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/05/2023 • 41 minutes 46 seconds
Rays Lose Series To Baltimore, Tyler Glasnow Leaves Rehab Start Early & Bucs OC on QB Competition
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 2-1 loss in Baltimore as they go 1-20 with runners in scoring position for the series, Tyler Glasnow leaves rehab start early with mild tightness in his side, Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales discusses the quarterback competition and could Ezekiel Elliott play for Tampa Bay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/05/2023 • 42 minutes 36 seconds
Rays Strand 9 & Hit Into 4 Double Plays In Loss To Baltimore & Bucs Sign A 3rd Quarterback
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-2 loss to the Orioles that saw them strand 9 runners and hit into 4 double plays, 3 of them by Yandy Diaz. Plus the Buccaneers sign a 3rd quarterback, former Rams QB John Wolford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/05/2023 • 29 minutes 52 seconds
Rays Now 29-7 After Shutting Out Orioles, Radio Hosts Accuse Rays of Cheating & Devin White Appears To Be Coming Back to Bucs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-0 shutout of the Orioles as Shane McClanahan improves to 7-0 as the team is now 29-7. Plus hosts on WFAN in New York accuse the Rays of cheating despite having NO evidence, just a feeling, Devin White appears to say he is coming back to the Bucs after asking for a trade and the NFL schedule will come out on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/05/2023 • 56 minutes 45 seconds
Rays Overcome 6-Run Deficit To Gerrit Cole And The Yankees To Take The Series
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays taking 2 of 3 from the Yankees over the weekend including overcoming a 6-run deficit to Gerrit Cole for an extra innings win and Randy Arozarena hitting a home-run as 'Randyland' debuted in left field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/05/2023 • 40 minutes 41 seconds
Rays Sweep Pirates as Zach Eflin Was Dealing
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Pirates as Zach Eflin was dealing, Wander Franco's flip to himself to get an out, Randy Arozarena's start and a Bucs mailbag question on Todd Bowles' future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/05/2023 • 40 minutes 20 seconds
Devin White's 'Champagne Problems' & Is The Pitch Clock Causing More Injuries
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Devin White's 'champagne problems' according to co-Defensive Coordinator Larry Foote and a mailbag question about the pitch clock causing more pitching injuries this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/05/2023 • 52 minutes 43 seconds
What Happened To Lightning In Maple Leafs Series, What Were The Injuries & Where Do They Go From Here
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Reporter Eduardo Encina to discuss what happened in the Maple Leafs series, what injuries they sustained, how Andrei Vasilevskiy's body wasn't feeling right and what moves they may make this offseason including with free agents Alex Killorn and Ian Cole. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/05/2023 • 41 minutes 27 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Strategy, Plan at Offensive Tackle, Lightning's Offseason Plan and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers Draft strategy, could they alter their defense this year, what will they do at offensive tackle and the plan for next year's draft. Plus they answer some questions on the Lightning's future to make runs for the Stanley Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/05/2023 • 42 minutes 5 seconds
Shaq Barrett's Child Drowns, Buccaneers Draft Rundown, Lightning End Season with Another OT loss and Rays Blow 3-Run 9th Inning Lead
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the tragic news that Shaq Barrett's 2-year-old child drowned in their family pool on Sunday. Plus a rundown of the Buccaneers draft over the weekend, the Lightning lose another overtime game on home ice to the Maple Leafs to end the season and the Rays blow a 3-run lead in the 9th in Chicago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/05/2023 • 56 minutes 57 seconds
Lightning Avoid Elimination in Toronto, Buccaneers Draft A Defensive Tackle & Rays Bats Wake Up In Chicago
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning avoid elimination by winning Game 5 in Toronto as the series shifts back to Tampa, the Buccaneers draft Defensive Tackle Calijah Kancey from Pitt and the Rays re-discover their bats in Chicago as they pummel the White Sox 14-5. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/04/2023 • 34 minutes 48 seconds
Buccaneers Needs In NFL Draft, Rays Shutout Again By Astros & Lightning Facing Elimination
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers needs for tonight's 1st round of the NFL Draft, the Rays are shutout again by the Astros and the Lightning face an elimination game tonight in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/04/2023 • 38 minutes 30 seconds
BONUS: NFL Network Feature On Chase and Sydney Brown Airs Tonight
Rick Stroud is joined by NFL Network's Trent Cooper to discuss his new film which airs on NFL 360 tonight featuring Chase and Sydney Brown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/04/2023 • 50 minutes 18 seconds
Lightning On The Brink Of Elimination
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina to discuss the Bolts 3-1 series deficit to the Maple Leafs heading into a must win game on Thursday night in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/04/2023 • 44 minutes 26 seconds
Lightning Lose In Overtime Again To Maple Leafs & Rays Set Record For Home Wins To Start Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-4 OT loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 4 that has them on the brink of elimination as they blew a 4-1 lead in the 3rd period. Plus the Rays set the modern-day record of 14 straight home wins to start a season beating the Astros 8-3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/04/2023 • 36 minutes 25 seconds
Lightning Lose Game 3 In Overtime & Rays Sweep White Sox
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 3 that saw several questionable officiating calls and a game that the Bolts dominated but lost. Plus the Rays hot streak continues as they sweep the White Sox and extend their consecutive games with a home run to 23 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/04/2023 • 30 minutes 5 seconds
Lightning Dominated in Game 2, Tom Brady Avoids Question About Playing Next Season & Rays Faucher Moving To Starting Role
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 2 to even the series at 1-1. Plus Tom Brady is asked about playing for the Dolphins this year and avoided answering it plus the Rays are moving Calvin Faucher into the starting rotation and the A's buy land in Las Vegas for a stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning injuries from Game 1 and how they stand for Game 2, the Rays shutout the Reds again and your mailbag questions on Devin White, Buccaneers draft and the designated runner experiment in baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/04/2023 • 46 minutes 56 seconds
Lightning Dominate Maple Leafs In Game 1 & Rays Shutout Reds Behind Taj Bradley and Taylor Walls
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's dominating 7-3 win over Toronto to start the playoffs as the Power Play was hot but concern lingers over injuries to Victor Hedman, Erik Cernak and Mikey Eyssimont. Plus the Rays shut out the Reds 10-0 as Taj Bradley dazzles again and Taylor Walls hits 2 home runs, and former Buccaneers quarterback Blaine Gabbert signs with Kansas City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/04/2023 • 32 minutes 48 seconds
Lightning Begin Playoffs Tonight, Rays Lose to Reds & Tristan Wirfs Talks Buccaneers Culture
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's playoff chances as they open up in Toronto tonight, the Rays lose to the Reds in a 'non-competitive' game plus Kyle Trask talks about Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs talks about Bucs culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/04/2023 • 41 minutes 15 seconds
Rays Lose 2 of 3 To Toronto & Gerald McCoy Announces His Retirement
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Taylor Swift concert this weekend, the Rays lose 2 of 3 to the Blue Jays but are still 14-2, future Buccaneers Ring of Honor Inductee Gerald McCoy announces his retirement and the Lightning getting set for Toronto in the playoffs tomorrow night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/04/2023 • 45 minutes
Rays Win 13th Straight To Start Season, Brayden Point Gets 50 Goals & Jason Licht Discusses Devin White's Trade Request
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays tying the modern-day record for wins to start a season at 13 as they sweep the Red Sox in dominating fashion. Plus the Lightning end the regular season as Brayden Point gets his 50th goal and Bucs GM Jason Licht discusses Devin White's trade request. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick take your mailbag questions on the Rays streak to start the season, Devin White's trade request, what the Buccaneers might look to do in the NFL Draft, the Lightning's chance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Jon Cooper's coaching and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/04/2023 • 1 hour 2 minutes 20 seconds
Rays Now 11-0 To Start The Season & Devin White Requested A Trade From The Buccaneers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 7-2 win over Boston to improve to 11-0 on the season as they have now hit 29 homeruns and given up only 20 on the year. Plus Buccaneers linebacker Devin White requested a trade but Jason Licht says they aren't going to do that and the Lightning lose to Toronto while outshooting them 48-24. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/04/2023 • 35 minutes 48 seconds
Rays Get 3rd Straight Shutout To Extend Record to 10-0
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays extending their season opening win streak to 10 games after beating Boston 1-0 behind a Brandon Lowe 8th inning homer and more stellar pitching as they've gone 27 innings without giving up a run. Plus the Bucs new running back Chase Edmonds has his chip back and the Lightning gets good news on Tanner Jeannot's injury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/04/2023 • 48 minutes 19 seconds
Rays Have Won 9 Straight To Start The Season In Dominating Fashion
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 9-0 start as they've outscored their opponents 75-18 while hitting more home runs than runs given up. Plus the Lightning lose again, the Frozen Four was a huge success in Tampa and John Rahm wins the Masters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/04/2023 • 50 minutes 6 seconds
Tanner Jeannot Leaves Lightning Game With Leg Injury & Newest Buccaneer Ryan Neal Speaks
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's loss to the Islanders which saw a shorthanded team lose Tanner Jeannot to injury and it doesn't look good. Plus Steven Stamkos reaches 1,000 career games, the newest Buccaneer Ryan Neal meets the media and your mailbag questions on Kyle Trask, pitch clock violations and Alex Killorn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/04/2023 • 57 minutes 24 seconds
Why Bucs Should Consider Hendon Hooker & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers should consider former Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker in the NFL Draft if he is available at pick #19, plus your mailbag questions about Kyle Trask, Baker Mayfield, primetime games and Jalen Carter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/04/2023 • 37 minutes 6 seconds
Rays Remain Undefeated With 9th Inning Rally & Buccaneers Sign S Ryan Neal
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays scoring 5 runs in the 9th to beat the Nationals and become the only undefeated team in Major League Baseball. Plus the Buccaneers sign safety Ryan Neal from Seattle and fallout from the Women's Basketball National Championship game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/04/2023 • 38 minutes 40 seconds
Rays Start Season With 4 Straight Wins Behind Dominate Starting Pitching & UConn Wins National Championship
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the red-hot Rays who have started the season 4-0 for the first time in franchise history as their starting pitching is dominating thus far. Plus UConn wins the National Championship in a blowout earning their 5th titles in 24 years and the Lightning are playoff bound and will face the Maple Leafs in the first round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/04/2023 • 39 minutes 25 seconds
Rays Sweep, Lightning Clinch & Who Is USF's New Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to discuss tonight's College Basketball National Championship Game and USF's new Men's Basketball Head Coach Amir Abdur-Rahim. Plus the Rays sweep the Tigers to open the season giving up just 3 runs over the weekend and the Lightning clinch their 6th straight playoff appearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/04/2023 • 28 minutes 42 seconds
Rays Shutout Tigers On Opening Day, Stu Sternberg Talk Stadium & Lightning Magic Number Down To 2
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day win behind 6 scoreless innings from Shane McClanahan, owner Stu Sternberg's comments on a new stadium and the Lightning beat the Capitals to move even closer to clinching a playoff berth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/03/2023 • 35 minutes 23 seconds
Marc Topkin On The Rays Season, MLB Rule Changes & Remembering Dave Wills
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the upcoming season including how good the pitching staff will be, how they will adjust to rule changes, what to expect from the offense after not adding a big bat, what to expect in the AL East this year, a trip to Cooperstown with Fred McGriff and remembering Dave Wills. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/03/2023 • 41 minutes 38 seconds
Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles Discusses The Team Without Brady & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles said, and didn't say, at the NFL Owners Meetings when discussing the upcoming season without Tom Brady. Plus your mailbag questions on the Offensive Line, the Blake Snell trade and the NCAA Tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/03/2023 • 40 minutes 17 seconds
Lamar Jackson Asked For A Trade & The Rise Of The Rays Documentary
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Lamar Jackson asking for a trade from the Ravens before free agency began plus we are joined by Paul Grove and Eric Davis from WEDU on a new documentary called 'Rise of the Rays: A Devil of a Story' on how the Rays franchise came to be as they begin their 25th anniversary season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/03/2023 • 44 minutes 49 seconds
2 Florida Teams in Final Four, Frozen Four in Tampa is Set & Bolts Play Better But Still Lose To Boston
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a crazy weekend of basketball as 2 Florida teams make the Final Four and none of the Top 3 seeds in any region make it. Plus the Frozen Four is set in Tampa, more on Baker Mayfield as the Buccaneers quarterback, flex scheduling could be coming to Thursday Night Football and the Lightning play better in Boston but still lose 2-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/03/2023 • 44 minutes 59 seconds
Buccaneers Release K Ryan Succop & Lightning Lose At Ottawa
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers cutting kicker Ryan Succop to save $3.5 million towards the salary cap, Lavonte David spoke about remaining in Tampa and what to make of the Lightning's recent struggles as the playoffs are coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/03/2023 • 49 minutes 5 seconds
Gisele Speaks Out On Her Marriage To Tom Brady & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Gisele Bündchen's first comments on why her marriage to Tom Brady ended in divorce plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask, Ryan Griffin, Lavonte David, Jonah Williams and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/03/2023 • 39 minutes 46 seconds
What a World Baseball Classic Final, Reaction To A Baker Mayfield Column & Mike Brey Not Offered USF Job
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the fantastic finish in the World Baseball Classic (despite the outcome) as Shohei Ohtani strikes out teammate Mike Trout to seal the win. Plus blowback to John Romano's column on Baker Mayfield, Mike Brey says he wasn't offered the USF basketball job and the Lightning lose in Montreal but magic number to clinch a playoff berth improves as the Panthers lost too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/03/2023 • 35 minutes 33 seconds
Baker Mayfield Eager To See What He Can Become With Buccaneers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's introductory press conference with the Buccaneers where he sounded like a starting quarterback. Plus your Bucs mailbag questions on the NFL Draft, William Gholston and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/03/2023 • 33 minutes 22 seconds
Bucs Sign 3 Players, Lose Mike Edwards & Lightning Hall Of Fame Induction
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing Pat O'Connor, Cam Gil and Greg Gaines to deals while Mike Edwards leaves for the Chiefs and Sean Murphy-Bunting is meeting with the Titans today. Plus the Lightning induct Phil Esposito, Marty St. Louis and Vinny Lecavalier into their Hall of Fame while splitting the weekend games with Montreal and New Jersey, a first-time champions at the Valspar Championship, USF Women's Basketball loses to undefeated South Carolina and the US is in the World Baseball Classic Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2023 • 37 minutes 56 seconds
Buccaneers GM Jason Licht Celebrates His Start of Free Agency & Lightning Win Again in New Jersey
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the victory lap that Buccaneers GM Jason Licht took on Thursday after signing Baker Mayfield and re-signing Jamel Dean, Lavonte David and Anthony Nelson despite the salary cap constraints on the team. Plus the Lightning win again in New Jersey as Steven Stamkos scores twice and Neil Solondz is named to replace Dave Wills in the Rays radio booth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/03/2023 • 37 minutes 20 seconds
Buccaneers Sign QB Baker Mayfield and Lavonte David Returns For One More Year
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers getting their quarterback as Baker Mayfield signs with Tampa Bay to begin free agency. Plus Lavonte David returns to the Bucs after signing a 1-year deal and Anthony Nelson is coming back as well. Plus Aaron Rodgers wants to be traded to the Jets and a big injury at the World Baseball Classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/03/2023 • 51 minutes 10 seconds
Buccaneers Trade Shaq Mason, Re-Sign Aaron Stinnie & Still Pursuing a Quarterback
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers trading Shaq Mason to the Texans and re-signing Aaron Stinnie as they clear more cap space to pursue Baker Mayfield and Lavonte David. Also the NFC South signs some more QBs with Andy Dalton going to Carolina and Taylor Heinicke heading to Atlanta, plus the Lightning play well in a 4-1 win in New Jersey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/03/2023 • 38 minutes 4 seconds
Jamel Dean Staying With Buccaneers And They Are Strong Contender for Baker Mayfield
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers re-signing Jamel Dean to lock down one of the top free agent CBs this offseason, plus Tampa Bay is a strong landing spot for Baker Mayfield and it could happen in the next couple of days to challenge Kyle Trask for the starting quarterback spot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/03/2023 • 36 minutes 32 seconds
Buccaneers Preparing To Lose Players To Free Agency, Rays Radio Tribute To Dave Wills & Lightning Split The Weekend
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers expecting to lose a lot of their free agents as the legal tampering period begins today. The restructured several contracts to save $44 million but have more work to do as they now turn their focus to quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett. Plus Andy Freed and Neil Solondz's tribute to Dave Wills over the weekend, the Lightning split a pair of games over the weekend and Brian Gregory out as USF basketball coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/03/2023 • 45 minutes 44 seconds
Lightning Lose To Vegas In Overtime & Lavonte David Set To Hit Free Agency
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights that saw them dominate the game but lose the special teams battle. Plus Lavonte David is going to hit free agency next week but hasn't ruled out re-signing with the Buccaneers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/03/2023 • 38 minutes 15 seconds
The Case For Buccaneers To Pursue Lamar Jackson
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick lay out the case for the Buccaneers to pursue Lamar Jackson as their franchise quarterback after he received the non-exclusive Franchise Tag from the Ravens this week. Plus mailbag questions on Mike Evans, Antonio Brown, Chris Godwin and Taylor Lewan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/03/2023 • 40 minutes 47 seconds
Bucs To Waive Donovan Smith, USF Stadium Update and College Football Spring Practices Begin
Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers set to release Donovan Smith to save nearly $10M towards the salary cap and then Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker joins to discuss his new newsletter, the USF stadium developments and spring practices in College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/03/2023 • 49 minutes 35 seconds
Devin White's Cryptic Posts, Darek Carr and Geno Smith Sign & What Bucs Might Do To Become Cap Compliant
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers linebacker Devin White's cryptic social media posts from Monday morning, the first quarterback signing dominos fell in the NFL and how the Bucs are looking to get under the salary cap before next week's deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/03/2023 • 37 minutes 40 seconds
RIP Dave Wills Who Passed Away At Age 58
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the passing of Rays Radio Play by Play guy Dave Wills at the age of 58 and what he has meant to so many in Tampa Bay. Plus Anthony Richardson impresses at the Combine and the Lightning lose 5 in a row for the first time in 9 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/03/2023 • 1 hour 34 seconds
Bucs To Waive Cameron Brate, Poor Player Survey Results & Mailbag
Rick Stroud on the news that the Buccaneers will waive Cameron Brate, they don't score well on NFLPA survey and your Bucs mailbag questions answered 100% correct. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/03/2023 • 32 minutes 35 seconds
MAILBAG: Tom Brady's Time With Buccaneers, Jamel Dean, Anthony Richardson & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on Tom Brady's time with the Buccaneers, what happened the last year, covering a GOAT, Jamel Dean, Anthony Richardson and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/03/2023 • 50 minutes 10 seconds
Buccaneers Set To Waive Leonard Fournette & They Talk Up Kyle Trask At NFL Combine
Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine where Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Todd Bowles spoke about Kyle Trask's chances at starting this year. Plus Playoff Lenny is becoming Cut Lenny as the Bucs will part ways with the running back, the Lightning lose to the Panthers 3-1 and the Rays shutout the Yankees 12-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine as Jason Licht and Todd Bowles will speak on Tuesday, more reaction to the Lightning trading for Tanner Jeannot as Julien BriseBois laid out his decision to make the deal and Rays pitcher Tyler Glasnow hurts his oblique after 6 pitches on Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/02/2023 • 34 minutes 51 seconds
Lightning Split Weekend Games Then Trade for Jeannot & NFL Combine Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning trade for Tanner Jeannot from the Predators, a win and a loss on the back-to-back road games this weekend and looking ahead to the NFL Combine this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/02/2023 • 33 minutes 57 seconds
Will Kyle Trask Be The Buccaneers Starting Quarterback In Week 1
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Kyle Trask will be the Buccaneers starting quarterback in Week 1, who else could be in the mix and where does Trask rank among NFC South QBs. Plus the Lightning lose a wild game to Buffalo which saw them forget how to play defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/02/2023 • 35 minutes 24 seconds
New Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales Introduced In Tampa Bay
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on new Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales' introductory press conference, what he had to say about not calling plays outside High School JV games and what he thinks of Kyle Trask. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/02/2023 • 30 minutes 36 seconds
Buccaneers Hire More Assistant Coaches & Would They Use Franchise Tag on Jamel Dean
Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers hiring 3 assistant coaches, if they could use the Franchise Tag on Jamel Dean, Ronde Barber speaks about being selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and your mailbag questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/02/2023 • 42 minutes 14 seconds
Should Assistant Coaches Make The Hall Of Fame And Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Monte Kiffin should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame as assistant coaches aren't chosen. Plus your mailbag questions on the Bucs quarterback options, Rays and Lightning TV deals as Ballys Sports approaches bankruptcy and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/02/2023 • 42 minutes 59 seconds
New Buccaneers OC Dave Canales' Background, Daytona 500 and Lightning's 4-Game Road Trip
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on getting to know Buccaneers new Offensive Coordinator Dave Canales and his background that led him to Tampa Bay. Plus Ricky Stenhouse, Jr., wins the Daytona 500 and the Lightning leave some points on the road on their 4-game road trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/02/2023 • 58 minutes 17 seconds
MAILBAG: Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Search, Kyle Trask, Drafting a QB and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator search, Kyle Trask, drafting a QB, Cam Jordan's comments on the Bucs and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/02/2023 • 27 minutes 34 seconds
Buccaneers Hire Dave Canales As Their Offensive Coordinator
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers hiring Dave Canales to be their Offensive Coordinator as it's Head Coach Todd Bowles' first hire for his staff. Plus the Lightning lose in a shootout in Arizona 1-0 and some baseball rule changes this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/02/2023 • 35 minutes 17 seconds
College Football Recruiting Classes, Florida's New NIL Amendment and USF Stadium Plans
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida's new NIL law, what happened with Jaden Rashada at Florida, USF's stadium plans, SEC adding Oklahoma and Texas a year early, what's next for the Big 12, how did Florida State do in recruiting after a 10-win season and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/02/2023 • 41 minutes 11 seconds
Buccaneers Interview More Offensive Coordinator Candidates & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers interviewing more Offensive Coordinator candidates plus your mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Kyle Trask, drafting a quarterback and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/02/2023 • 38 minutes 5 seconds
Rick & Tom on Super Bowl LVII: The Holding Call, Video Replay, Patrick Mahomes & Rihanna
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones on the Chiefs 38-35 Super Bowl win over the Eagles that saw a controversial holding call late that overshadowed the fact that the Eagles couldn't stop Kansas City in the 2nd half. Plus should the NFL end replay, why is the turf so bad in Arizona and thoughts on Rihanna's halftime performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/02/2023 • 1 hour 3 minutes 22 seconds
Ronde Barber Gets His Call To The Hall Of Fame, Super Bowl LVII Preview & Bolts Shutout Avs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on former Buccaneers cornerback Ronde Barber finally getting his call to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a Super Bowl LVII preview and the Lightning shut out the Avalanche 5-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/02/2023 • 47 minutes 38 seconds
Why Haven't The Buccaneers Hired An OC Yet & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers haven't hired an Offensive Coordinator yet and your mailbag questions on who will call the defense this season, trading Mike Evans, retiring the number 12, how good the Bucs could be this season, hosting the NFC Championship game and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/02/2023 • 46 minutes 7 seconds
Rick and Tom On Tom Brady's Retirement Announcement, NFL Broadcasters & The Tampa Bay Lightning
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss Tom Brady's retirement announcement and if he might play again, NFL broadcasters and the Tampa Bay Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/02/2023 • 48 minutes 38 seconds
Is Tom Brady Really Done With Playing Football?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's latest comments on retirement that has us believing he might not be done yet as he won't start on FOX until 2024 and he didn't completely shut the door on returning when asked multiple times on Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/02/2023 • 39 minutes 24 seconds
Buccaneers Still Haven't Hired An Offensive Coordinator & Ronde Barber's Case For Hall Of Fame
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers offensive Coordinator search, Ronde Barber's case for the Hall of Fame, the NFL Pro Bowl Games and NHL All-Star Game and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/02/2023 • 43 minutes 9 seconds
Who Could Start At QB For The Buccaneers Next Season & Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look at the quarterbacks that the Buccaneers could potentially target this offseason including Jameis Winston and we answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Jason Licht, the salary cap, Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/02/2023 • 40 minutes 38 seconds
Tom Brady Retires For Good This Time
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's announcement that he is retiring from football, for good this time. How does this impact the Bucs, the NFL and what led to the decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/02/2023 • 43 minutes 47 seconds
Sean Payton To The Broncos and Your Bucs Mailbag Questions On Brady, Goedeke and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Broncos hiring Sean Payton as their head coach, DeMeco Ryans goes to the Texans. Plus the Buccaneers continue to search for an Offensive Coordinator and your mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Luke Goedeke, NFL officiating and the Rays evaluation success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/02/2023 • 45 minutes 54 seconds
Which Bucs Could Be Salary Cap Casualties, Why 49ers Could Be Option For Tom Brady & Todd Monken Meeting With Todd Bowles
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with more on Brock Purdy's UCL injury that could impact if the 49ers pursue Tom Brady, which Buccaneers players could be cut to save money on the salary cap and Todd Monken to meet with the Buccaneers today about the Offensive Coordinator position. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/01/2023 • 38 minutes 33 seconds
How Brock Purdy's Injury Impacts Tom Brady, Bucs OC Search and Super Bowl is Set
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on how Brock Purdy injury impacts the possibility of Tom Brady returning to the Bucs, the latest on Todd Bowles' search for an Offensive Coordinator, the Super Bowl is set with Philadelphia and Kansas City, and why is NFL officiating dominated the Championship weekend talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/01/2023 • 45 minutes 14 seconds
Buccaneers Mailbag Questions & Panthers Hire Frank Reich
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Panthers hiring Frank Reich as their head coach and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, the Offensive Coordinator search and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/01/2023 • 44 minutes 24 seconds
Rays Sign Jeffrey Springs For 4 Years & Mailbag Questions On The Buccaneers and Lightning
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays signing Jeffrey Springs to a 4-year deal worth over $30 million and your mailbag questions on what the Lightning will do at the trade deadline and what should the Buccaneers do this season if Tom Brady doesn't return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/01/2023 • 35 minutes 31 seconds
Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Search & Why Rays Haven't Signed Any Bats This Offseason
Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers search for an Offensive Coordinator and he's joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss the Rays lack of signing hitters this offseason and the Baseball Hall of Fame voting only Scott Rolen in this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/01/2023 • 51 minutes 12 seconds
Tom Brady Hasn't Decided On Next Season & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's comments on his podcast saying he doesn't know what he's going to do next year yet. Plus your mailbag questions about the Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator position, why the coaching staff purge, Chris Godwin's contract and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/01/2023 • 35 minutes 19 seconds
How The Playoff Games Might Determine Where Tom Brady Plays Next Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the reports that Buccaneers players think Tom Brady is done in Tampa Bay that we have been saying for a week now. Plus a breakdown of the NFL Divisional Playoff games over the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/01/2023 • 33 minutes 58 seconds
Buccaneers Had The GOAT, Now They Have Their Scapegoat!
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers firing Offensive Coordinator Byron Leftwich and 5 other coaches while 3 more retire as part of an extensive housecleaning. Rick details why this isn't good for Bucs fans, why Tom Brady won't be back and how this compared to Raheem Morris days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/01/2023 • 38 minutes 24 seconds
Steven Stamkos' 500th Goal & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions On Bowles, Leftwich, Devin White & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Steven Stamkos getting his 500th goal in Vancouver, the consequences or reporting news that hasn't happened and your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Devin White, Special Teams Coach Keith Armstrong and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/01/2023 • 45 minutes 11 seconds
What Changes Could Be Coming To The Buccaneers Now That The Season Is Over
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers road ahead as the season is over and the evaluations of players, coaches and management begins with no decisions made yet on an changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/01/2023 • 38 minutes 43 seconds
Buccaneers Blown Out By Cowboys and Was This Tom Brady's Last Game In Tampa Bay
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers season ends with a 31-14 loss to the Cowboys that saw the offense struggle again and the defense unable to stop Dak Prescott. Did Tom Brady say goodbye to Tampa Bay in the postgame and what's next for the organization? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/01/2023 • 36 minutes 28 seconds
Buccaneers-Cowboys Preview & Recapping Super Wild Card Weekend
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Cowboys playoff game as the Bucs are about as healthy as they've been all year and could Ryan Jensen be activated and start? Plus recapping the Super Wild Card Weekend as all but 1 game were decided by 1-score. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/01/2023 • 57 minutes 11 seconds
What Drives The 'Fire Todd Bowles' Crowd, The Curious Case of Ryan Jensen & Stamkos Gets Goal #499
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Todd Bowles future with the Buccaneers and why some fans want him fired but it's not that simple. Plus the curious case of Ryan Jensen availability for Monday night and Steven Stamkos gets goal #499 as the Lightning hold on for a 5-4 win over Vancouver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/01/2023 • 40 minutes 31 seconds
The Quiet Confidence Of The Buccaneers Heading Into Their Wild Card Matchup With Dallas
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the quiet confidence at One Buc Place as the Buccaneers prepare for their Monday night playoff matchup with the Cowboys. What does Tom Brady and Tampa Bay need to do to win the game, plus Nikita Kucherov has himself a night on Tuesday and USF Men's Basketball with a great effort in Houston. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Todd Bowles future with the Buccaneers, Kyle Trask's development, future salary cap issues, Lovie Smith's firing in Houston, Lightning's trade deadline needs and what to make of the Rays offseason so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/01/2023 • 1 hour 47 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Cowboys Game, Improvements This Season and Keys To Success On Monday Night
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about if the first playoff game is a trap game, what has improved on the Bucs this season, which players who sat out will play on Monday, could Rob Gronkowski return and why Tom Brady might play in Tampa next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/01/2023 • 36 minutes 32 seconds
Buccaneers Finish 8-9 But Await The Cowboys On Wild Card Weekend
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers making the playoffs at 8-9 after losing to the Falcons on Sunday in which Tom Brady only played 5 series. They now turn their focus to the Dallas Cowboys who they will play on Monday night to wrap up Wild Card Weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/01/2023 • 39 minutes 45 seconds
Bucs-Falcons Preview As Tampa Bay Plans On Playing Everyone For Final Regular Season Game
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Falcons Week 18 matchup where Tampa Bay plans on playing their starters despite the game not impacting their playoff seeding. Plus the latest updates on Damar Hamlin and Nikita Kucherov is an All-Star. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/01/2023 • 1 hour 6 minutes 11 seconds
Florida State Reaches 10 Wins, College Football Playoff Semifinals & TCU's Blueprint
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida State's bowl win over Oklahoma, the College Football Playoff Semifinals and the TCU blueprint to get to the Championship game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/01/2023 • 32 minutes 52 seconds
MAILBAG: Ryan Jensen's Injury, Tom Brady Playing This Weekend, Ryan Succop's Season & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Bucs center Ryan Jensen, Tom Brady playing this weekend, Ryan Succop and Jake Camarda's seasons, Tom Moore's role, Bucs Ring of Honor, Lightning's chances in the postseason and which Tampa Bay team is most likely to win a championship this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/01/2023 • 57 minutes 25 seconds
Rick and Tom On Damar Hamlin's Injury On Monday Night Football And How It Was Handled
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the the injury, reaction and how the NFL has handled Damar Hamlin being given CPR on an NFL field and postponing the Bills-Bengals game. Plus what are Tom Brady's chances in the playoffs now that they are in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/01/2023 • 1 hour 4 minutes 17 seconds
Buccaneers Win The NFC South For Second Straight Season As Tom Brady To Mike Evans Finally Clicks
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-24 win over the Panthers that clinched the NFC South for the 2nd straight year and a spot in the playoffs to host their 10th home playoff game in team history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/01/2023 • 45 minutes 41 seconds
Bucs Seeking The Division Title Against Panthers & College Football Semifinals Preview
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight preview the Bucs-Panthers game as Tampa Bay is seeking their 8th division title in franchise history, plus a preview of the College Football Playoff semifinals on New Year's Eve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/12/2022 • 28 minutes 44 seconds
MAILBAG: Tom Brady's 4th Quarter Comebacks, Salary Cap Future & MLB Luxury Tax
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady's 4th quarter comebacks, Bucs salary cap, Todd Bowles future, offensive game planning and MLB's skyrocketing salaries among big market teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/12/2022 • 51 minutes 47 seconds
Ryan Jensen Begins 21-Day Practice Window With A Hope To Return & Your Bucs Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud breaks the news that the Buccaneers have begun the 21-day practice window for Ryan Jensen as he attempts to return. Plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Tom Brady's future, the offense and Sean Peyton's coaching future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/12/2022 • 38 minutes 13 seconds
Leonard Fournette's Playing Injured, What's Happened To Tom Brady & Could Gronk Return to Bucs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Leonard Fournette's disclosure that he's playing with a lisfranc injury in his foot, what is going on with Tom Brady this year with the interceptions and could Rob Gronkowski play for Tampa Bay this year after reaching out last month about playing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/12/2022 • 44 minutes 33 seconds
Tom Brady Leads Buccaneers Comeback In Arizona 19-16 in OT
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers comeback victory over the Cardinals 19-16 in overtime on Christmas night as Tampa Bay can now clinch the NFC South with a win over Carolina on Sunday. The offense struggled to produce points again but Tom Brady was able to rally in the 4th quarter as the defense once again gave up fewer than 20 points. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/12/2022 • 37 minutes 37 seconds
Kyle Brandt and Trent Cooper On New Film About Three Ukrainian Men From An American Football League Fighting A War Against Russia
Rick Stroud is joined by Kyle Brandt from Good Morning Football and Trent Cooper from NFL 360 to discuss their new film 'Who If Not Us' that profiles players from the Ukrainian League of American Football who are now fighting a war against Russia while their families have fled for safety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/12/2022 • 42 minutes 22 seconds
Bruce Arians Thoughts On The Bucs Season Thus Far & Tristan Wirfs Is The Only Pro Bowl Selection
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on former Buccaneers Head Coach Bruce Arians thoughts on this season and how the Bucs are still in control to win their division for just the 7th time in franchise history. Plus Tristan Wirfs is the Bucs lone Pro Bowl representative, Russell Gage surprisingly leads the team in TDs, Franco Harris passes and the Lightning lose to the Red Wings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/12/2022 • 37 minutes 25 seconds
Buccaneers Woes When Facing Backup QBs & How They Can Still Finish With A Winning Record
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers woes against inexperienced and backup quarterbacks as they get set to potentially face Trace McSorley on Sunday in Arizona. Plus the Buccaneers final 3 games are winnable to still finish with a winning record, the Rays will move to Disney World for the first month of Spring Training and the Lightning get dominated in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/12/2022 • 39 minutes 30 seconds
MAILBAG: What Happened On Botched Fake Punt Plus Tom Brady, Todd Bowles and Bryon Leftwich's Future In Tampa
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Ryan Jensen, Sunday's botched fake punt, rebuilding and the Bucs chances next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/12/2022 • 54 minutes 11 seconds
Buccaneers Lose To Bengals 34-23 Despite Leading By 14 At Halftime
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers lost 34-23 to the Bengals which saw them give up 34 unanswered points after taking a 17-0 lead. The Bucs had 4 straight turnovers in the 2nd half and a botched fake punt which turned momentum. The Bucs fall to 6-8 but still lead the NFC South by 1-game as the Falcons and Panthers lost too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/12/2022 • 28 minutes 23 seconds
Buccaneers-Bengals Preview As Tampa Bay Looks To Rebound From 49ers Loss
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Bengals game this Sunday that sees one of the hottest team come to Raymond James Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/12/2022 • 42 minutes 47 seconds
Mike Leach's Legacy, Heisman Trophy & Florida In The Las Vegas Bowl
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Mike Leach's legacy and how his death impacts the Reliaquest Bowl, how he voted for the Heisman Trophy this year and previewing Florida's game in the Las Vegas Bowl this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/12/2022 • 31 minutes 21 seconds
Rays Make Zach Eflin Signing Official & What Other Moves Might They Make This Offseason
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to discuss their signing of Zach Eflin to a 3-year $40 million contract, where they might look to improve the offense this year and what they'll do at catcher now that Mike Zunino has signed elsewhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/12/2022 • 28 minutes 22 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Donovan Smith & More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions after Tampa Bay got beat 35-7 in San Francisco. We discuss Tom Brady, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Donovan Smith, the Offensive Line and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/12/2022 • 51 minutes 21 seconds
Tom Brady's Homecoming Spoiled As 49ers Beat The Bucs 35-7
Rick Stroud is in Santa Clara where the Buccaneers got beat down by the 49ers 35-7 behind rookie QB Brock Purdy who made his first career start throwing for 2 TDs and running for another. The Buccaneers are now 6-7 and just 1 game ahead of the Falcons and Panthers in the NFC South with remaining games against each of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/12/2022 • 38 minutes 11 seconds
Bucs-49ers Preview & Matt Baker on USF Hiring Alex Golesh
Rick Stroud previews Sunday's Bucs-49ers game as Tampa Bay has to go on the road to try to get above .500. Plus Rick is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF hiring Alex Golesh as their coach, Gators' Anthony Richardson declaring for the NFL Draft and the College Football Playoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/12/2022 • 43 minutes 43 seconds
MAILBAG: Buccaneers Offense, Todd Bowles, Tom Brady, Mike Evans and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Buccaneers, Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Ryan Jensen, Mike Evans and the USF Coaching Search. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/12/2022 • 52 minutes 6 seconds
More On Bucs Comeback Win Over Saints & They Cut Jaelon Darden
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the key plays in the Buccaneers 17-16 win over New Orleans and how the Saints gave the game away. Plus the Bucs waived former 4th round pick Jaelon Darden, the Titans fired General Manager Jon Robinson and the Lightning lose to the Red Wings despite a furious 3rd period. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/12/2022 • 33 minutes 59 seconds
Tom Brady On MNF Win: "Just Like We Drew It Up"
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after Tom Brady engineers his 44th 4th quarter comeback to lead the Bucs to a 17-16 win over the Saints on Monday Night Football. The Bucs offense struggled all night until they scored 2 TDs in the final 3 minutes while the defense got a key stop in between them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/12/2022 • 33 minutes 57 seconds
Bucs-Saints MNF Preview, USF Hires Alex Golesh & Fred McGriff To Hall Of Fame
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Buccaneers-Saints game as Tampa Bay needs a win against their toughest division rival to get back to .500. Plus the College Football Playoff is set, USF has hired Tennessee OC Alex Golesh as their next Head Coach, the Lightning win a crazy game against Toronto and Tampa's own Fred McGriff gets the call to the Hall of Fame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/12/2022 • 52 minutes 24 seconds
Buccaneers Preparing For Saints, Rays Sign A Pitcher & Stamkos Reaches 1,000 Points
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs-Saints Monday Night Matchup as the Saints might be a bad team for Tampa Bay to face at this time. Plus Antonio Brown in trouble with the law again, the Rays sign a free-agent pitcher and are forced to move Spring Training out of Port Charlotte, and the Lightning beat the Flyers as Steven Stamkos records his 1,000th point. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/12/2022 • 45 minutes 53 seconds
USF Coaching Search, Florida-Florida State Recap & Championship Weekend
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to break down the latest in the USF Coaching search, recap Florida-Florida State and look ahead to Conference Championship Weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/12/2022 • 43 minutes 2 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Head Coach Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct about Todd Bowles, Byron Leftwich, Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/11/2022 • 54 minutes
Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles Doubles Down On Game Management Decisions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles doubling down on his game management decision to play for overtime in their 23-17 OT loss to Cleveland on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/11/2022 • 39 minutes 29 seconds
Buccaneers Stumble Again With 23-17 OT Loss In Cleveland
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-17 Overtime loss in Cleveland that saw the offense struggle again and the defense unable to get a late stop. The Bucs are now 5-6 but still in 1st place in the NFC South. Plus a crazy weekend of College Football as Michigan blew out Ohio State, Florida-Florida State was great and USF almost won after trailing 28-0 to UCF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/11/2022 • 49 minutes 44 seconds
Buccaneers-Browns Preview & Tom Brady's Potential Future in Tampa Bay
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Browns game as Tampa Bay is coming off their bye week against a team that likes to run the ball a lot. Plus some leftover mailbag questions about Tom Brady's future in Tampa Bay and what stories Rick is thankful he's gotten to cover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/11/2022 • 34 minutes 7 seconds
Could USF Hire Deion Sanders, Florida-Florida State Preview & It's Rivalry Weekend
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the possibility of Deion Sanders being the next coach at USF, a Florida-Florida State preview and looking a rivalry weekend in College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct including which player could surprise the Bucs in 2nd half, Rays stadium, USF Head Coach, Florida-Florida State comparison and best Thanksgiving sides. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/11/2022 • 40 minutes 37 seconds
Lightning Fall To Bruins, US Gets Draw In World Cup & Could Deion Sanders Come To USF
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 loss to the Bruins after they played a great 1st period. Plus the Bucs Luke Goedeke and Russell Gage returned to practice and should Rachaad White start at Running Back, the US gets a draw vs Wales in the World Cup and reports say USF had talked to Deion Sanders about their Head Coaching position. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/11/2022 • 30 minutes 57 seconds
NFL Observations During The Bucs Bye Week & Crazy Games In College Football
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick look around the NFL on the Buccaneers bye week and they find a lot of bad ball. Plus a crazy weekend in College Football as many of the top teams struggled, the World Cup has begun and the Lightning have won 4 straight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/11/2022 • 42 minutes 59 seconds
MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette, Cade Otton, Rays Stadium & USF Coaching Search
Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs' Leonard Fournette, Luke Goedeke, Cade Otton, Tom Brady, Rays Stadium, USF's coaching search and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/11/2022 • 38 minutes 14 seconds
Why Type Of Coach Should USF Hire & Florida and Florida State Previews
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what type of coach USF should look for, Florida State is rolling, Florida doing some things well and Jimbo Fisher is struggling at Texas A&M. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/11/2022 • 42 minutes 35 seconds
Rick and Tom on Rays Offseason, Lightning's Chances & USF Coaching Search
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones with more on the Buccaneers win over the Seahawks in Germany, what are the Rays doing this offseason, can the Lightning win it all this year and what will USF do with their Head Coaching search. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/11/2022 • 36 minutes 8 seconds
Rick and Tom On The Buccaneers Game in Germany
Rick Stroud is back from Germany and is joined by Tom Jones to discuss Tom Brady's reaction to playing in Germany, the Buccaneers finding their run game and why they hate airplane travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/11/2022 • 29 minutes 15 seconds
Buccaneers Find Their Running Game In Germany To Beat The Seahawks
Rick Stroud is in Munich, Germany, where the Buccaneers beat the Seahawks 21-16 to get back to .500 on the season as they found a runnin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/11/2022 • 30 minutes 7 seconds
Differences Between Buccaneers and Seahawks, Plus Rays Say Goodbye To Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi
Rick Stroud is in Germany where the Buccaneers are getting set to face the Seahawks and he previews the game and what the differences are between the 2 teams in practice. Plus the Rays say goodbye to Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/11/2022 • 31 minutes 9 seconds
What USF Is Looking For In Their Next Coach & Previewing Florida-S. Carolina and FSU-Syracuse
ick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF's decision to fire Head Coach Jeff Scott and where they go from here. Plus a look ahead to this week's game including Florida-South Carolina, USF-SMU and Florida State at Syracuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/11/2022 • 37 minutes 22 seconds
MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Shaq Barrett and Next USF Head Coach
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Bucs Pro Bowl choices, Shaq Barrett's future, the crazy Bucs season and who will be the next USF Head Coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/11/2022 • 37 minutes 33 seconds
Could Jon Gruden Be The Next USF Coach & Bucs Prepare For Germany
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on possible USF Head Coaching candidates including Jon Gruden and what he could bring to the Bulls. Plus the Bucs offense is still struggling even after a game-winning drive to beat the Rams and the Colts bring in Jeff Saturday as their interim head coach with no college or pro coaching experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/11/2022 • 45 minutes 53 seconds
Bucs Comeback To Beat Rams & USF Fires Head Coach Jeff Scott
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight break down the Buccaneers 16-13 comeback victory over the Rams to move Tampa Bay back into 1st place in the NFC South. Tom Brady threw a touchdown pass to Cade Otton with 9-seconds remaining. Plus USF parts ways with Head Coach Jeff Scott after a 54-28 loss at Temple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/11/2022 • 31 minutes 41 seconds
Devin White Speaks, Byron Leftwich on Play Action & Bucs-Rams Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's commenting on the play which saw him not hustling last week, Byron Leftwich's comments on play action calls and previewing the Bucs-Rams which has seen LA beat Tampa Bay 3 times in the last 2 seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/11/2022 • 42 minutes 51 seconds
Devin White Won't Answer Questions On His Play & Why Bucs Didn't Make A Trade
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Devin White's decision not to answer questions about his play and why the Buccaneers didn't make any moves at the trade deadline. Plus a wild Lightning win on Tuesday night and history in Game 4 of the World Series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/11/2022 • 47 minutes 50 seconds
Florida State-Miami, Florida-Texas A&M and USF-Temple Preview
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Florida at Texas A&M, Florida State-Miami and USF at Temple. Plus big games in the SEC including Tennessee-Georgia and Alabama-LSU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/11/2022 • 37 minutes 30 seconds
Bucs Mailbag: Todd Bowles Future, Tom Brady's Body Language & The Team's Lack of Rhythm
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Todd Bowles, Tom Brady, new players on both offense and defense, the 53-man roster and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/11/2022 • 37 minutes
Bucs Getting Back To Work After Weekend Off
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs nto making any staff changes coming out of the mini-bye week. Plus Devin White's effort, Tom Brady's divorce and the Falcons are leading the NFC South. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/10/2022 • 58 minutes 31 seconds
Bucs Lose 3rd Straight As Offense Sputters & Defense Can't Stop The Run
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Bucs lost to the Ravens 27-22 as the offense continues to sputter and the defense was gashed by Baltimore's rushing attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/10/2022 • 25 minutes 26 seconds
Bucs-Ravens Preview As Secondary Will Be Without Several Starters
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Ravens Thursday Night Football game as Tampa Bay will be very short-handed in the secondary again with Antoine Winfield, Carlton Davis and Sean Murphy-Bunting all ruled out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/10/2022 • 39 minutes 14 seconds
Florida-Georgia Preview, USF's Katravis Marsh Leading The Bulls & Can Florida State Win Out
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview this week's Florida-Georgia game, why USF's hope is in the hands of backup QB Katravis Marsh, Florida State's shot at running the table and Miami's problems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/10/2022 • 34 minutes 41 seconds
Rick and Tom On Where The Hope Is For The Buccaneers
Rick Stroud is joined by his old radio partner, Mr. Doom and Gloom, Tom Jones to discuss the Bucs 3-4 start and how surprising it is but all is not lost yet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/10/2022 • 42 minutes 59 seconds
Buccaneers Woes Continue In Loss at Carolina 21-3
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers struggle as they lose to the Panthers 21-3 and fall to 3-4 on the season. Rick describes the mood in the locker room as one of the worst he's ever been in after losing to their 3rd string quarterback and backup running backs after trading Christian McCaffrey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/10/2022 • 41 minutes 49 seconds
Brady's Urgency and Apology, Mike Evans Misses Gronk and Why Leonard Fournette Is Offense's Focus
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's explanation of urgency when yelling at his offensive line, Mike Evans' comments about missing Gronk, why Leonard Fournette is the focus of the Bucs offense and how was Head Coach Todd Bowles talking about when he referenced not leaning on the Super Bowl from 2 years ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/10/2022 • 37 minutes 41 seconds
Where Florida, Florida State and USF Stand Heading Into Their Bye Weeks
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to look back at the losses for Florida, Florida State and USF over the weekend and where those programs stand heading into their byes this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/10/2022 • 36 minutes 39 seconds
Lightning's Disappointing Home Opener & Bucs Mean Tweets
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's disappointing loss to the Flyers that saw them give up a 2-0 lead to lose in regulation. Plus your Bucs mean tweets with the team sitting at 3-3 after 6 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/10/2022 • 50 minutes 54 seconds
Buccaneers Looking At Everything To Improve
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers doing some real evaluation on their play, players and coaching as they sit at 3-3 and are struggling to find consistency on offense. Plus the Lightning host their home opener tonight vs. the Flyers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/10/2022 • 44 minutes 42 seconds
Buccaneers Offense Struggles Again & Defense Can't Come Up With Key Stops In Loss To Pittsburgh
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-18 loss in Pittsburgh which might be the most dissappointing loss of the Tom Brady era in Tampa Bay as the offensive line struggled again and the defense couldn't get a stop on Pittsburgh's final drive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/10/2022 • 52 minutes 43 seconds
Bucs-Steelers Preview & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Steelers game as both teams have injuries that are mounting. Plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs and baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/10/2022 • 46 minutes 27 seconds
Clemson-Florida State, LSU-Florida and Tulane-USF Preview
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Clemson-Florida State, LSU-Florida and Tulane-USF this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/10/2022 • 47 minutes 1 second
Where Do The Rays Go From Here In Building The Roster For Next Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays disappointing finish to the season and where does the team go from here in shaping the roster for next season. Plus the Lightning drop the season opener in New York as special teams weren't very good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/10/2022 • 46 minutes 22 seconds
Lightning's Quest For A 4th Straight Stanley Cup Final Begins Tonight in New York
Rick Stroud is joined by Eduardo Encina as the Lightning open the season in New York looking to make the Stanley Cup Final for the 4th straight year. Plus after a controversial Roughing the Passer call that helped the Bucs on Sunday, the NFL has a worse call on Monday night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/10/2022 • 47 minutes 20 seconds
Buccaneers Beat Falcons For 1st Place - Helped By Questionable Roughing The Passer Call
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight from Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers beat the Falcons 21-15 to gain sole possession of 1st place in the NFC South. The Bucs were aided with a questionable roughing the passer call that helped them wind down the clock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/10/2022 • 30 minutes 22 seconds
What's Wrong With The Buccaneers Offense & Rays Wild Card Series Begins
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers matchup vs. the Falcons as Tampa Bay is struggling to run the ball and get leads while Atlanta is very good at the run game. Plus the Rays playoffs start today and USF Head Coach Jeff Scott's comments earlier this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/10/2022 • 46 minutes 9 seconds
Rays-Guardians Wild Card Preview & Tom Brady Misses Bucs Practice While Cole Beasley Retires
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to preview the Rays Wild Card series in Cleveland this weekend as Tampa Bay has lost their last 5 games to end the season. Plus Tom Brady and Coach Todd Bowles miss Wednesday's Bucs practice and Cole Beasley retires after 2 weeks in Tampa Bay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/10/2022 • 39 minutes 36 seconds
What is Jeff Scott's Future At USF & Florida State's Performance vs Wake Forest
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss USF Head Coach's Jeff Scott's future after a another double digit loss and a 4-22 record in 3 seasons. Plus Florida State's loss to Wake Forest and Florida's upcoming game against Missouri. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/10/2022 • 29 minutes 58 seconds
What Happened With Cameron Brate In Sunday Night's Loss To Chiefs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what happened with Cameron Brate after he was allowed back in the game on Sunday night after possibly getting a concussion. Plus can Julio Jones get healthy again this season and the Rays lose but get homers from Manuel Margot and Wander Franco plus Tyler Glasnow looked great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/10/2022 • 35 minutes 3 seconds
Buccaneers Lose To Chiefs 41-31, Fall To 2-2 On Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 41-31 loss to the Chiefs which saw them fumble the opening kickoff letting Kansas City score 46-seconds into the game and never look back. Tom Brady threw for 385 yards and 3 touchdowns but they only ran the ball 6 times while the defense couldn't figure out Patrick Mahomes all night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/10/2022 • 39 minutes 32 seconds
NFL Keeps Bucs-Chiefs Game In Tampa On Sunday Night
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the NFL's decision to keep the Buccaneers game on Sunday night in Tampa after Hurricane Ian tore threw the state. Plus a preview of the Bucs-Chiefs and the Rays failed to clinch a playoff spot on Thursday after losing to the Guardians 2-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/09/2022 • 45 minutes 43 seconds
Can Florida and USF Bounce Back This Week & Florida State vs Wake Forest Preview
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to look back at Florida's loss at Tennessee, USF's defeat in Louisville and Miami being upset by Middle Tennessee State. Plus a look ahead at this week's games that included some venue and time changes due to Hurricane Ian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/09/2022 • 27 minutes 13 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs-Chiefs Game, Donovan Smith, Ke'Shawn Vaughn & USF Head Coach Jeff Scott
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs-Chiefs game this Sunday, Donovan Smith's importance, Ke'Shawn Vaughn's playing time, USF Head Coach Jeff Scott's future and who could replace him if they make a change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/09/2022 • 42 minutes 13 seconds
Buccaneers Heading To Miami For Practice As Hurricane Ian Approaches
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers heading to Miami to practice this week as Hurricane Ian heads towards Tampa Bay. Plus what happened on the missed 2-point conversion at the end of the Packers game. Plus the Rays hit the road for the final 9 games with a magic number of 6 to make the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/09/2022 • 44 minutes 18 seconds
Bucs Comeback Falls Short, Lose 14-12 to Green Bay
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are at Raymond James Stadium where the Buccaneers comeback attempt fell short after a delay of game penalty on a 2-point conversion set them back 5 yards. The offense sputtered again as the defense kept them in the game but Tampa Bay falls to 2-1 on the season. Plus a wild weekend in college football and a bad Saturday for many of the Florida schools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/09/2022 • 32 minutes 8 seconds
Bucs-Packers Preview & Bucs Mailbag Questions On Defense, Receivers & Tom Brady
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Packers game in which Tampa Bay is looking to go 3-0 to start the season but they'll be without several wide receivers including Mike Evans who is suspended. Plus your mailbag questions about Tom Brady, the defense, wide receivers, officiating and Gerald McCoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/09/2022 • 36 minutes 37 seconds
Mike Evans Suspension Upheld, Tom Brady Practices, Rays Clubhouse Getting Heated and College Football Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans losing his appeal of his 1-game suspension, Cole Beasley's first practice, Tom Brady practicing on his day off and the Rays getting swept by Houston after Randy Arozarena and Yandy Diaz had some conflict on Monday. Plus Matt Baker joins us to preview College Football Week 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/09/2022 • 54 minutes 55 seconds
Bucs Sign Cole Beasley To Help With Receiving & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing Cole Beasley to the practice squad as injuries continue to mount. Plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs defense, Devin White, Odell Beckham, Jr., and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/09/2022 • 34 minutes 40 seconds
Bucs WR Mike Evans Suspended For Packers Game
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Mike Evans' 1-game suspension for the Bucs following his shove of Marshon Lattimore on Sunday leaving Tampa Bay even further depleted at wide receiver this week. Plus just how elite is the Bucs defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/09/2022 • 42 minutes 24 seconds
Mike Evans Ejection Sparks Buccaneers to 20-10 Win In New Orleans
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in New Orleans where the Bucs defense led Tampa Bay to a win and a 2-0 start, snapping a 7-game regular season losing streak to the Saints. Mike Evans and Saints DB Marshon Lattimore were both ejected in a fight that seemed to fire up the Bucs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/09/2022 • 28 minutes 47 seconds
Bucs-Saints Preview As WR Group Is Banged Up & Rays Make Lineup History In 11-0 Win Over Blue Jays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs injury dilemma with many receivers missing practice, is the Bucs-Saints and rivalry and why the Bucs won't score as many points this season. Plus the Rays beat the Blue Jays 11-0 as Shane McClanahan returned and they made history with their starting lineup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/09/2022 • 38 minutes 24 seconds
College Football Preview: USF-Florida, Florida State-Louisville & Miami-Texas A&M
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to preview Florida-USF, Miami-Texas A&M, Florida State-Louisville and more. Plus an update on Bucs injuries and Tom Brady misses practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/09/2022 • 35 minutes 4 seconds
Gisele Bündchen Says It's Her Time Now & Buccaneers Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Gisele Bündchen's comments that it's her time now in her marriage to Tom Brady. Plus your mailbag questions on the Buccaneers Game 1 win over Dallas, the Bucs season and the Lightning's newly announced Hall of Fame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/09/2022 • 1 hour 5 minutes 24 seconds
Bucs Chris Godwin and Donovan Smith Injuries Not As Bad As Feared & Rays Lose 3rd Straight
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs Donovan Smith and Chris Godwin injury updates that aren't as bad as feared, Leonard Fournette in a social media battle over his block of Micah Parsons, a wild college football weekend and the Rays lose their 3rd straight giving up a 2-run homerun in the 8th in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/09/2022 • 42 minutes 42 seconds
Dominant Defense and Leonard Fournette Lead Bucs To 19-3 Win Over Cowboys
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Dallas where the Buccaneers defense dominated and Leonard Fournette rushed for 127 yards to lead Tampa Bay to a 19-3 win over the Cowboys. Dallas scored on their first drive and were shutout for the remainder while Tom Brady was content to hand the ball off more than in the past. We'll get update on injuries this week on Donovan Smith and Chris Godwin who both left the game hurt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/09/2022 • 23 minutes 51 seconds
Buccaneers Linebacker Lavonte David On His Career, Being a Dad & Winning A Super Bowl With Tom Brady
Rick Stroud sits down with Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David to discuss his journey to the NFL, the impact his parents have had on him, being a father for the first time and winning the Super Bowl with Tom Brady after missing the playoffs for so many seasons. Plus how Tom Brady motivates his offensive line and Wander Franco is returning tonight in New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/09/2022 • 49 minutes 2 seconds
Exclusive Interview With Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles
Rick Stroud's exclusive interview with Buccaneers Head Coach Todd Bowles on his opportunity with this team, what he learned in New York, his influences, how he started and coaching guys like Tom Brady and Lavonte David. Plus Chris Godwin is likely a game time decision this week, Tom Brady releases a letter narrated by Morgan Freeman and the Rays complete their sweep of the Red Sox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/09/2022 • 1 hour 15 seconds
Chris Godwin Uncertain If He'll Play Week 1, Shaq Mason Restructures Contract & Todd Bowles Gets College Degree
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Wide Receiver Chris Godwin's comments that it will most likely be his decision if he plays in Week 1, Head Coach Todd Bowles gets his college degree, Guard Shaq Mason restructures his contract, the Rays beat the Red Sox and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/09/2022 • 41 minutes 52 seconds
Godwin Sheds Brace, Vea Named Captain, College Football Opening Weekend Thrills and Rick Attends First Rowdies Game
Great news on the Bucs front, as we get set for the week of the Season opener. Rick and Darek Sharp, filling in for Steve Versnick, go over a phenomenal opening weekend in college football especially for Florida and FSU, the Rays top the Red Sox Monday, and the Rowdies put up 6 goals as Rick was at Al Lang to witness it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/09/2022 • 43 minutes 33 seconds
Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette On Tom Brady, Preparing For The Season & His New Venture
Rick Stroud talks with Buccaneers Running Back Leonard Fournette about preparing for the season, playing with Tom Brady and his new exclusive club he's starting. Plus who would make the Buccaneers Ring of DISHOnor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/09/2022 • 18 minutes 40 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Receivers, Special Teams & Rays' Shane McClanahan and Tyler Glasnow
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs wide receivers, special teams, Vita Vea, Mike Evans, Rays Shane McClanahan, Tyler Glasnow and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/09/2022 • 50 minutes 11 seconds
Shane McClanahan's Impingement, Steven White Dies & Jon Gruden Comments On Emails
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Shane McClanahan's shoulder impingement for the Rays with 1 month to play, former Buccaneer Steven White dies at age 48 and Jon Gruden comments on the emails that got him fired last year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/09/2022 • 36 minutes 27 seconds
Bucs Make Cuts To Get to 53-Man Roster & College Football Week 1 Preview
Rick Stroud breaks down the Buccaneers cuts to get down to their 53-man roster including Tyler Johnson and Logan Ryan. Plus Matt Baker joins us to look ahead to College Football Week 1 with big games for Florida, Florida State and USF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/08/2022 • 39 minutes 29 seconds
Top Brady Tops NFL 100 For The Fourth Time In His Career
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers' Tom Brady being named the Top player in the NFL 100 poll, voted on by players, for the 4th time in his career. Plus the Bucs make some cuts and Serena Williams wins her first match at the US Open as she is retiring after this tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/08/2022 • 43 minutes 54 seconds
Tom Brady's Reflective Postgame Comments & Rays Re-Sign Tyler Glasnow For 2 Years
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's reflective post-game comments after the Bucs 27-10 preseason game loss in Indianapolis which saw both Buccaneers centers get hurt. Plus the Rays bounce back to beat the Red Sox on Sunday, they signed Tyler Glasnow for 2 more years over the weekend, college football kicked off with Florida State winning and Nebraska losing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/08/2022 • 53 minutes 20 seconds
College Football Week 0 Preview As Florida State Hosts Duquesne
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss this weekends College Football games in Week 0 including Florida State hosting Duquesne, Florida's new practice facility and Shaqeum Griffin announcing his retirement from the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/08/2022 • 34 minutes 32 seconds
Tom Brady's Day Off, Rays Win in Extra Innings & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady taking a veteran day off, the Rays beat the Angels in extra innings and your mailbag questions about the Bucs offensive line, their next QB, punt coverage, Ji-Man Choi and Shane McClanahan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/08/2022 • 51 minutes 51 seconds
Bucs Practices Gearing Up For Season Opener, Ring of Honor & The Red Hot Rays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's 2nd day back at Bucs practice, which Buccaneers will make the Ring of Honor and the Rays beat the Angels 11-1 to go 12-games over .500 for the first time this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/08/2022 • 33 minutes 31 seconds
Tom Brady Returns To Bucs Practice, Chris Godwin Could Play Week 1 & Who Will Be Starting Left Guard
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's return to Buccaneers practices where he looked as sharp as he ever has, could Chris Godwin play at Dallas and who will be the starting Left Guard. Plus the Rays have won 8 out of 10 as one of the hottest teams in baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/08/2022 • 41 minutes 30 seconds
Tom Brady Expected To Return To Bucs Today, Kyle Trask Struggles in Nashville & Aaron Stinnie Lost For The Season
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the expected return of Tom Brady's to the Bucs today, a rough game in Tennessee which saw Kyle Trask struggle and Aaron Stinnie lost for the season with a knee injury. Plus the Rays win 3 out of 4 from Kansas City and they are now 8 games behind the Yankees in the AL East. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/08/2022 • 37 minutes 52 seconds
When Will Tom Brady Return, Bucs-Titans Scrap & Your Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud is in Nashville where the Bucs and Titans wrapped up their 2 days of joint practices with a scrap. Plus Tom Brady's return date to the Bucs is not certain and we answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs Left Guard position, Rays roster, stadium plans, college football and old Sombrero stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/08/2022 • 40 minutes 29 seconds
Bucs-Titans Joint Practices & Your Football Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud is in Nashville where the Bucs and Titans are holding joint practices this week plus we answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs and USF 100% correct. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/08/2022 • 31 minutes 32 seconds
Why Gerry Bohanon Will Start At QB For USF, Billy Napier's Recruiting at Florida & The Top 25
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss why Jeff Scott is going with quarterback Gerry Bohanon at USF, how Billy Napier is recruiting at Florida and a look at his AP Top 25 ballot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/08/2022 • 37 minutes 38 seconds
Rays Shutout Yankees, Bucs Bring Back Carl Nassib & Gerry Bohanon Named USF Starting QB
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-0 shutout of the Yankees to open their series. Plus the Bucs bring back Carl Nassib to help the pass rush and USF names Gerry Bohanon their starting QB as Timmy McClain enters the transfer portal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/08/2022 • 43 minutes 24 seconds
Kyle Trask Shows Well In Bucs Preseason Opener & Drew Rasmussen Takes Perfect Game Into 9th Inning
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs preseason opening loss to Miami as Kyle Trask showed well taking about 80% of the snaps. Plus Drew Rasmussen took a perfect game into the 9th inning for the Rays as they took 2 of 3 from the Orioles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/08/2022 • 45 minutes 9 seconds
Tom Brady To Take Extended Leave From Bucs Training Camp For Personal Reasons
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Tom Brady is missing the next 10 days of Training Camp for personal reasons but no one in the organization seems worried. Plus your mailbag questions about the Rays playoff chances, offense and stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/08/2022 • 42 minutes 14 seconds
Bucs Practice With Dolphins and Your Training Camp Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs first day of joint practices with the Dolphins where they got some injury scares which turned out to just be cramps. Plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Robert Hainsey, Jamel Dean, Jaelon Darden, post-Tom Brady plans, sports science and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/08/2022 • 41 minutes 55 seconds
Buccaneers Storylines Before Joint Practices With The Dolphins
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs storylines heading into joint practices with the Miami Dolphins this week including Robert Hainsey at center, Kyle Trask's opportunities and Tua Tagovailoa facing Tom Brady after the Dolphins tried to get him last season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/08/2022 • 35 minutes 52 seconds
Sean Murphy-Bunting on This Bucs Season, Last Year's Injury and His Charity Event This Sunday
Rick Stroud talks with Buccaneers Cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting about his mindset this season, his injury last year, Tom Brady's return and his charity event coming up this weekend. Plus the 1st College Football Coaches Poll is out and you'll never guess the top 4 teams! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/08/2022 • 41 minutes 10 seconds
Tom Brady Returns To Bucs Practice, Kyle Trask's Struggles & Rays Walk To Series Win Over Tigers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Tom Brady's return to Buccaneers practice after missing some time for personal reasons, Kyle Trask appears to be struggling and the Rays walk their way to a series win over the Tigers with 27 walks in the 4 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/08/2022 • 46 minutes 48 seconds
MAILBAG: Rick and Darek Open the Mailbag and Answer Your Question about Bucs, Bolts and Much More!
Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp answer followers' questions as we do each Friday in our Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/08/2022 • 38 minutes 31 seconds
Marc Topkin Joins Rick for a Complete Rays Update - Trade Deadline, Wednesday Win, Wild Card Outlook and More
Tampa Bay Times longtime Rays beat reporter Marc Topkin joins Rick for today's show to give you a complete rundown on the current state of the squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/08/2022 • 33 minutes 25 seconds
Brady-to-Dolphins REALLY Almost Happened, Bowles Gets Heated, Lenny Gets Shirtless and Phillips Lands With O's
We had planned on moving the Mailbag segment up to today but Tuesday's events warranted a course reversal. Rick Stroud had plenty to say on the Miami Dolphins getting popped for tampering with Tom Brady. Does it all explain Brady's "retirement"? Also, Todd Bowles challenged his players for getting a little too drained by the heat - although it does appear the Bucs will move inside on Brady's 45th Birthday. Leonard Fournette - shirtless - settles things up nicely with Rick, and Brett Phillips is now an Oriole. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/08/2022 • 43 minutes 34 seconds
Brady Speaks!! (Not so Glowingly About Center Situation), Farewell to Brett Phillips, DeShaun Watson Suspension Too Short?
Rick Stroud asked the first few questions of a, let's say not-thrilled Tom Brady after Day One of padded practice. The Rays make a couple of minor trades but lose a player with major popularity, and DeShaun Watson's discipline is a little light in Rick's eyes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/08/2022 • 37 minutes 56 seconds
No Vet Pickup as Bucs Stick with Hainsey at Center, WR Group Excites, Rays add Vet OF While Going 1-2 on Weekend, Rowdies Roll Along
Rick Stroud goes through the top two events of the first weekend in Bucs camp, namely the team not (yet anyway) going the veteran pickup route for Ryan Jensen's replacement, and how well the wideout group is shaping up. Also the Rays add OF David Peralta ahead of the trade deadline, go 1-2 with the offense still the issue, and Darek Sharp discusses the latest in a long line of wins for the Rowdies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/08/2022 • 44 minutes 49 seconds
Bucs Stick with Hainsey at Center, Developments at WR, Rays Slide Into 3rd Wild Card Spot, Rowdies Win Again
Rick Stroud on why the Bucs have not gone the veteran route for a new center, running through a great-looking WR group, more offensive problems for the Rays as they slip in the standings (but pick up an OF ahead of the deadline), and Darek Sharp on the latest Rowdies' win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/08/2022 • 44 minutes 49 seconds
Bucs Center Ryan Jensen Goes Down With Serious Injury - Rick Says It Could've Been Prevented. Plus our Mailbag Segment
The last show of the week is usually reserved for your Mailbag questions, but the big injury to the Buccaneers center takes top billing, before Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp get into some of the topics on your mind as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/07/2022 • 47 minutes 10 seconds
Training Camp Day One Recap - Julio Jones, Kyle Rudolph on Joining Fold, and a Fournette Weight Check
Naturally the show is dominated by the first day of Buccaneers training camp. Rick Stroud tells you what Tom Brady's newest targets had to say, how impressive the offense looked and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/07/2022 • 37 minutes 50 seconds
Bucs Add WR Julio Jones, Rick and Joey Give Complete Preview of Top Storylines as Training Camp Starts Wednesday!
On the eve of Buccaneers training camp, a major wide receiver is added to the mix. Rick Stroud and Tampa Bay Times fellow Bucs reporter Joey Knight completely cover that move, as well as a lot of other top storylines they're watching out for as camp begins Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/07/2022 • 40 minutes 53 seconds
Kiermaier Rays' Playing Days Likely Done with Hip Surgery, Bucs Training Camp Primer and Darek Talks with USF QBs
Perhaps the toughest injury news of a season filled with it for the Rays... both Kevin Kiermaier and Mike Zunino need season-ending surgery. Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp figure that will end both of their careers with Tampa Bay and discuss their impacts. Also Rick gets you ready for Wednesday's first Buc training camp workout, and Darek lets you know about his conversations with most of the USF football offense - and the unveiling of the team's new uniforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/07/2022 • 37 minutes 8 seconds
Buccaneer Rookies Report, USF News & Rays Drop Out of Wild Card Lead
Rick Stroud and Darek Sharp (filling in for Steve Versnick the next two weeks) take you through reporting weekend for Buc rookies, a key addition to the USF football staff along with more Bulls notes, and how it was a tough weekend for the Rays in KC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/07/2022 • 37 minutes 22 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Roster, Rays Trade Deadline Needs & College Football Realignment
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs roster, could Carl Nassib return, Rays trade deadline targets, Tyler Glasnow, stadium location, college football realignment and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/07/2022 • 1 hour 5 seconds
Bucs Sign TE Kyle Rudolph, Jimmy Garoppolo Seeks Trade Destination & College Football Realignment
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers signing tight end Kyle Rudolph to a 1-year contract. Plus just how good will the Saints be with Jameis Winston as QB, 49ers give permission for Jimmy Garoppolo to find a trade destination and some college football realignment talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/07/2022 • 33 minutes 1 second
Shane McClanahan's All-Star Game Start & Rob Manfred Comments On Rays Stadium Location
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rays' Shane McClanahan's start in the All-Star Game, Rob Manfred comments on Tampa as his perferred location for a new stadium and the worst day of the year in the sports calendar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/07/2022 • 36 minutes 53 seconds
Shane McClanahan Is AL Starting Pitcher & Gronk's Girlfriend Thinks He'll Play Again
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rays Pitcher Shane McClanahan being named the American League starter and Juan Soto wins the Home Run Derby. Plus Rob Gronkowski's girlfriend doesn't think he's done playing, Tom Brady take heat for his comments about parenting and Leonard Fournette's weight from mini-camp goes viral now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/07/2022 • 43 minutes 54 seconds
Rays Enter All-Star Break 10 Games Above .500
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Rays 1st half which sees them 10-games-over .500 at the All-Star Break despite all the injuries. Plus the Lightning made big moves last week including locking up their core of Anthony Cirelli, Mikhail Sergachev and Erik Cernak long-term. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/07/2022 • 35 minutes 22 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs RBs and OL, Bryon Leftwich, Kevin Cash & Wander Franco
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs running backs and offensive line, which new addition will have bigger impact, why Byron Leftwich didn't get a head coaching job, how good is Kevin Cash, was signing Wander Franco a mistake, will the Rays sell at trade deadline and writers celebrating with a team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/07/2022 • 1 hour 4 minutes 27 seconds
Neil Solondz on Rays Season Including 16 Players Currently On IL and Shane McClanahan's Development
Rick Stroud is joined by Neil Solondz from the Tampa Bay Ray Radio Network to discuss the 16 players on the IL for the Rays, Shane McClanahan's development, Corey Kluber's impact and the defensive drop this season for the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/07/2022 • 38 minutes
Gronk Says He's "Done With Football" & More On The Future For Florida's Big 3 College Football Programs
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rob Gronkowski's most firm denial that he will return to football. Plus Matt Baker joins us for part 2 of our conversation on the rise and fall of the Big 3 college football programs in Florida and where Brett Phillips catch on Monday night ranks all-time for the Rays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/07/2022 • 34 minutes 11 seconds
How Florida, Florida State and Miami Became The Big 3 College Football Programs 30+ Years Ago
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker on his 3-part series documenting the rise and fall of the Big 3 football programs in the state of Florida. Matt gets into how Florida, Florida State and Miami became so dominant in the 1990s like no state has ever done before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/07/2022 • 30 minutes 31 seconds
Rays Bad Weekend In Cincinnati & Refuting A Report The Bucs Want Jimmy Garoppolo
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays getting swept by the Reds as they failed to get key hits, made more base running errors and saw Wander Franco, Kevin Kiermaier and Jeffrey Springs placed on the Injured List. Plus Rick refutes a report that the Bucs are interested in Jimmy Garoppolo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/07/2022 • 40 minutes 38 seconds
MAILBAG: Rays Baserunning, Bucs Training Camp and Lightning Roster Moves
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Rays baserunning, Bucs Training Camp, Tristan Wirfs, Jason Pierre-Paul, Lightning's Nick Paul, Ryan McDonagh trade and the future of College Football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/07/2022 • 50 minutes 11 seconds
Bucs NFC South Rival Panthers Trade For Baker Mayfield
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick examine the Carolina Panthers trading for Baker Mayfield and how that acquisition impacts the Buccaneers in the NFC South. Plus the Lightning's schedule is out for the 2022-23 season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/07/2022 • 35 minutes 45 seconds
Rick's Back From Vacation and Rays Bats Come Back To Life
Rick Stroud is back from vacation as he and Steve Versnick catch on everything Rick missed including the Lightning losing the Stanley Cup, the Rays bats going quiet then heating up and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/07/2022 • 35 minutes 4 seconds
Rays Bats Go Cold Again & Lightning Trade Ryan McDonagh
Steve Versnick on the Rays recent offensive outburst to win the series over the Blue Jays and then the bats went silent in Boston as they get 2 hits in a 4-0 shutout. Plus the Lightning re-sign free agent Nick Paul and trade defenseman Ryan McDonagh to Nashville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/07/2022 • 31 minutes 30 seconds
USC and UCLA To Join The Big Ten
Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss the breaking news that USC and UCLA are leaving the Pac 12 to joing the Big 10. Plus a look around the state of Florida at the upcoming season for the Gators, Bulls, Seminoles and Hurricanes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/07/2022 • 35 minutes
Position Battles Heading Into Bucs Training Camp Under New Head Coach Todd Bowles
Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times Bucs Beat Writer Joey Knight to look at the story lines going into Buccaneers Training Camp under new head coach Todd Bowles. Unlike last year, the Bucs will have some position battles in camp but one thing is known, Tom Brady will be the QB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/06/2022 • 38 minutes 49 seconds
Marc Topkin on Rays Incredible Pitching, What's Happened To The Offense & Why The Bad Baserunning
Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin to talk about the incredible Rays pitching this year, the struggles at the plate, issues on the base paths and the shaky defense at times. Plus how are the injured guys fairing, Isaac Paredes homers, Harold Ramirez, the Willy Adames trade and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/06/2022 • 35 minutes 6 seconds
Putting The Lightning's 8-Year Run In Perspective
Steve Versnick is joined by Tom Jones of the Poynter Institute for Media Studies to the discuss the Lightning's season and the 8-year run this group has been on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/06/2022 • 40 minutes 56 seconds
Lightning Fall Short Of Their Quest For A 3rd Straight Stanley Cup
Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 loss to Colorado as the Avalanche win the Stanley Cup and end the Bolts reign at 2 straight cups. Plus the Rays sweep the Pirates to remain red-hot in interleague play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/06/2022 • 27 minutes 57 seconds
MAILBAG: Rays Hitting, Baseball Hall of Fame & Sensitivity of Fans
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Rays hitting, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, the Baseball Hall of Fame and are Tampa Bay fans too sensitive? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/06/2022 • 46 minutes 19 seconds
Lightning Lose Game 4 In Overtime, Now On The Brink of Elimination
Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 Overtime loss in Game 4 to put them on the brink of elimination in the Stanley Cup Final. Plus Rick Stroud on the Deshaun Watson news that he has settled most of the civil suits against him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/06/2022 • 39 minutes 1 second
Rob Gronkowski Retires Again & Lightning Looking To Even Up Stanley Cup Final
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Rob Gronkowski's announcement that he is retiring once again from football leaving the Bucs with a hole at Tight End. Plus the Lightning prepare for Game 4 tonight as they look to even up the Stanley Cup Final at 2-2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/06/2022 • 41 minutes 55 seconds
Lightning Win Big In Game 3 & Rays Bats Still Cold
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-2 win over the Avalanche in Game 3 as they ran off Colorado goalie Darcy Kuemper and played a much better game. Plus the Rays' bats continue to spoil good pitching as they lose to the Yankees and Ndamukong Suh says it looks like he won't be back with the Bucs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/06/2022 • 40 minutes 8 seconds
Lightning Blown Out As They Trail Colorado 2-0 In Stanley Cup Final
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's hole in the Stanley Cup Final series as they trail the Avalanche 2-0 with game 3 tonight at Amalie Arena. Plus the Rays end a 2-7 road trip as their bats are very cold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/06/2022 • 46 minutes 34 seconds
MAILBAG: Lightning's Legacy, Anthony Cirelli, Rays Offense & Bucs Sean Murphy-Bunting Position
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the Lightning are a dynasty, Steven Stamkos' legacy, how to honor the Bolts, Anthony Cirelli, Rays offense, Rays younger players, robot umpires, TV deals and Sean Murphy-Bunting's position. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/06/2022 • 50 minutes 35 seconds
Lightning Lose Game 1 in Overtime & Rays Defense Lets Them Down Again In New York
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 OT loss to the Avalanche in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup as Brayden Point returned to the lineup but it wasn't enough. Plus the Rays lose again in New York as the outfield lets them down defensively again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/06/2022 • 30 minutes 20 seconds
Stanley Cup Final Preview & Rays Lack of Defense Leads To Loss in New York
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Report Mari Faiello to preview the Stanley Cup Final between the Lightning and Avalanche. Plus the Rays defense lets them down in New York as they drop Game 1 to the Yankees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/06/2022 • 31 minutes 18 seconds
Neil Solondz on the Rays First 60 Games And Previewing The Yankee Series
Rick Stroud is joined by Neil Solondz from Rays Radio to discuss the current state of the Rays as they are 35-25 heading into a big series at Yankee Stadium where they look to keep pace with New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/06/2022 • 29 minutes
Lightning Defeat Rangers, Make 3rd Consecutive Stanley Cup Final
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning clinching their 3rd consecutive appearance in the Stanley Cup Final after beating the Rangers in 6 games and suffocating their star players. Plus the Mike Evan Foundation gala and the Rays lose 2 of 3 in Minnesota as the baserunning needs work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/06/2022 • 46 minutes 19 seconds
Tom Brady's Football Journey Isn't Over & Mailbag Questions On Bucs Roster, Rays Hitting and Nikita Kucherov
Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's comments after the Buccaneers mandatory minicamp about playing this year and more. Plus Rick and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs roster, Rays hitting and Nikita Kucherov. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/06/2022 • 39 minutes 3 seconds
Mike Evans' Legacy & Rays Rout The Cardinals
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans legacy as he enters his 9th season in the NFL and the Rays rout the Cardinals 11-3 as the bats wake up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/06/2022 • 36 minutes 1 second
Lightning Beat Rangers 4-1 to Even Series, Rays Walk-Off Cardinals & Leonard Fournette Shows Up Overweight at Bucs Minicamp
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 win to even the series with the Rangers at 2-2. Plus the Rays walk-off the Cardinals, Joe Maddon is fired in Los Angeles and the Bucs minicamp begins with Tom Brady at QB and Leonard Fournette overweight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/06/2022 • 32 minutes 12 seconds
Tom Brady's Crazy Offseason Heading Into Minicamp & Lightning Look To Even Series With The Rangers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick detail Tom Brady's crazy offseason as he is expected to be at Buccaneers Mandatory Minicamp this week under new Head Coach Todd Bowles. Also the Lightning host Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals as they look to even the series at 2-2 and the Rays begin a series vs. the Cardinals at Tropicana Field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/06/2022 • 54 minutes 19 seconds
Lightning Beat Rangers With More Kucherov Magic, Rays Lose Series To White Sox & Bucs Prepare For Minicamp
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 win over the Rangers in Game 3 as Nikita Kucherov makes another brilliant pass to setup Ondrej Palat for the game winner with 42-seconds remaining. Plus the Rays drop 2-of-3 from the White Sox and the Bucs prepare for mandatory mini-camp this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/06/2022 • 39 minutes
Ryan Fitzpatrick Retires & Mailbag Questions On Bucs Defensive Line, Tom Brady's Offseason and Rays Hitters
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Ryan Fitzpatrick's retirement from football after 17 seasons in the NFL. Plus your mailbag questions on Bucs Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Akiem Hicks, Warren Sapp, free agents, Tom Brady's offseason, Rays hitters and who is the best goalie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/06/2022 • 50 minutes 27 seconds
Lightning Lose Game 1 To Rangers, Tom Brady Wins 'The Match' & Rays Win In Extra Innings
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 6-2 loss to the Rangers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final as they were outplayed and plagued by 28 giveaways. Plus Tom Brady win his first 'The Match' and the Rays finally get some runs and beat Texas in 11 innings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/06/2022 • 30 minutes 41 seconds
Bucs Sign Akiem Hicks, Kyle Trask's Development, Lightning Ready For Rangers & Wander Franco on Injured List
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Kyle Trask is ready to play for the Buccaneers, signing Akiem Hicks instead of Ndamukong Suh, the Lightning set for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final tonight in New York and the Rays offense has cooled off as Wander Franco goes on the Injured List. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/06/2022 • 49 minutes 19 seconds
Lightning To Face Rangers In Eastern Conference Final & Rays Need More Hitting
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning facing the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference Final starting Wednesday as it's Igor Shesterkin vs. Andrei Vasilevskiy. Plus the Rays split their series vs the Yankees then get beat in Texas to open that series but need more hitting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/05/2022 • 33 minutes 40 seconds
Will Gronk Play This Year And Your Mailbag Questions On Kyle Trask, Wander Franco and Lightning Playoff Run
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on if Rob Gronkowski is going to play this season after he was catching passes with Tom Brady earlier this week plus your mailbag questions about the Bucs backup QB spot, will they sign any more free agents, Wander Franco's recent struggles and just how good is this Lightning team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/05/2022 • 43 minutes 28 seconds
Covering Sports in Tampa Bay And The Life Of A Reporter
Rick Stroud is joined by Chris Torello from Spectrum Sports 360 who is leaving the business to join Habitat for Humanity. They discuss covering Tampa Bay sports and the life of a reporter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/05/2022 • 28 minutes 17 seconds
The Lightning's Will To Win & How Good Is Andrei Vasilevskiy
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick are joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Ed Encina to discuss the Lightning's 4-game sweep of the Panthers, how good is Andrei Vasilevskiy and which matchup would be best next round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/05/2022 • 31 minutes 7 seconds
Lightning Shutout Panthers To Complete 4-Game Sweep
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning completing a 4-game sweep of the Panthers as Andrei Vasilevskiy stops all 49 Panthers shots and Bolts advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the 6th time in 8 seasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/05/2022 • 32 minutes 7 seconds
Lightning Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead Over Panthers & Rays Rough Weekend In Baltimore
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-0 series lead against the Panthers as Nikita Kucherov is making unworldly plays and Andrei Vasilevskiy has been fantastic. Plus the Rays have a rough weekend in Baltimore as they blow 2 leads to lose in extra innings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/05/2022 • 29 minutes
MAILBAG: Brayden Point, Rob Gronkowski, Randy Arozarena and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correctly about the Lightning's chances vs. the Panthers, the President's Trophy curse, the Buccaneers offense under Todd Bowles, who is QB2, will Rob Gronkowski return, Tom Brady's Fox contract, Rays hitting and robot umps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/05/2022 • 1 hour 6 minutes 53 seconds
Many Bucs Veterans In Attendance at First OTAs
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Bucs writer Joey Knight to discuss this week's first voluntary OTAs as many of the veterans were in attendance. Plus how USF Head Coach Jeff Scott got a transfer QB from Baylor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/05/2022 • 39 minutes 38 seconds
Lightning Win Game 1 Over Panthers, Rays Beat Tigers & Tom Brady's New Netflix Series
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-1 win over the Panthers in Game 1 as Nikita Kucherov shows why he's one of the best players in the world. Plus the Rays break out the bats as they beat the Tigers 8-1 and Tom Brady has another TV series deal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/05/2022 • 36 minutes 27 seconds
Buccaneers Rookie Minicamp Observations
Rick Stroud with his observations from the Buccaneers rookie minicamp this past weekend and who the Bucs are looking to get production from this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/05/2022 • 36 minutes 16 seconds
Lightning Win Game 7 Over Leafs To Advance & Rays Take 2 of 3 From Blue Jays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2-1 win in Game 7 over the Maple Leafs to advance to the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs vs. the Panthers. Plus the Rays take 2 of 3 from the Blue Jays in a very Rays fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/05/2022 • 44 minutes 49 seconds
Lightning Force Game 7 Against Maple Leafs & Bucs' Schedule is Released
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Lightning's 4-3 overtime win in Game 6 over the Maple Leafs to force a deciding Game 7 on Saturday night. Plus the Bucs learn there schedule and it's quite a gauntlet to start the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/05/2022 • 31 minutes 54 seconds
NIL: What Are We Doing Here?
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss the latest on Name, Image and Likeness in college sports and if it's simply become pay for play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/05/2022 • 30 minutes 56 seconds
Lightning On Brink Of Elimination, Rays No-Hit In Anaheim & Tom Brady's Post-Playing Career Plans
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a dark day in Tampa Bay sports as the Lightning blow a 3rd period lead and face elimination on Thursday night in Game 6, the Rays are no-hit by Reid Detmers who only faced 1 batter over the minimum and Tom Brady announced his post-football career plans as an analyst for Fox Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/05/2022 • 46 minutes 2 seconds
Tom Brady's Back To Work & Lightning Preparing for Game 5 Tonight In Toronto
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady back to working out again as he posts a photo with a football while wearing a Bucs helmet and the Lightning prepare for tonight's pivotal Game 5 in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/05/2022 • 49 minutes 34 seconds
Lightning Even Series at 2-2, Rays Are Hot On West Coast & USF Gets A QB
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 7-3 win on Sunday to even their series with Toronto at 2-2. Plus the Rays are 6-1 on the West Coast and USF gets a new QB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/05/2022 • 42 minutes 57 seconds
MAILGBAG: Rob Gronkowski, Bucs Offense Under Todd Bowles, Mike Zunino & Anti-Mount Rushmore of Tampa Bay Sports
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Rob Gronkowski's future, the Bucs schedule, the offense under Todd Bowles, why they didn't draft a wide receiver, Mike Zunino's bat and the Anti-Mount Rushmore of Tampa Bay Sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/05/2022 • 38 minutes 57 seconds
Lightning Even Playoff Series With 5-3 Win & Bucs To Play Seahawks In Germany
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 5-3 win in Game 2 over Toronto to even the series as the stars stepped up including Victor Hedman and Nikita Kucherov. Plus the Buccaneers will play the Seahawks in Germany in Week 10 the NFL season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/05/2022 • 47 minutes 32 seconds
Lightning Looking For Better Effort In Game 2 & Why Bucs Drafted A Punter
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning looking for a better game tonight in Toronto for Game 2 of their series. Plus why the Bucs drafted a punter in the 4th round and how Devin White could have a big year this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/05/2022 • 32 minutes 59 seconds
Lightning Lose 5-0 To Open Stanley Cup Playoffs & Bucs Adding Small Wide Receivers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Lightning's 5-0 loss to the Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Bolts struggled with mistakes and penalties. Plus the Bucs maybe changing some things on offense with Todd Bowles taking over as Head Coach and Rays win in Oakland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/05/2022 • 44 minutes 29 seconds
Breaking Down The Bucs NFL Draft & Lightning-Maple Leafs Playoff Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers NFL Draft picks and how it impacts the team this year, preview the Lightning's 1st round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs vs Toronto and the Rays send Josh Lowe back to Triple-A. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/05/2022 • 1 hour 1 minute 56 seconds
Bucs Trade Out Of First Round In NFL Draft
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs trading back in the NFL Draft from pick #27 to #33 so they don't select a player in Day 1. What does this mean and could they trade back again before they pick. Plus the Lightning lose in Columbus in a game that lacked effort and the Rays win their 3rd series in a row. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/04/2022 • 38 minutes 11 seconds
MAILBAG: What Will Bucs Look To Do In NFL Draft & Lightning's Chances At Winning A 3 Straight Stanley Cup
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers picking up the 5th year option on Devin White, Steven Stamkos with another milestone and your mailbag questions answered 100% correct on the Bucs present draft and past drafts, the salary cap, Shelton Quarles and the Lightning's chances of winning a 3rd straight Stanley Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/04/2022 • 1 hour 11 minutes 27 seconds
Tom Brady's Retirement Gift To Bruce Arians & Chris Simms' Report On Dolphins Trying To Trade For Him
Rick Stroud on the latest from the Buccaneers at the Bruce Arians Family Foundation Golf Outing including the watch Tom Brady is giving Bruce Arians and the latest on Chris Simms' report that the Dolphins offered a 2nd round pick for Brady while the Bucs deny ever talking about trading him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/04/2022 • 34 minutes 39 seconds
Lightning Score 22 Goals in 3 Games & Rays Playing Better After Red Sox Series Win
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-game winning streak which has seen them score 22 goals as the playoffs begin in less than 1 week and the Rays won their series over the Red Sox with a walk-off win in 10 innings on Saturday as they no-hit the Red Sox for 9 innings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/04/2022 • 47 minutes 6 seconds
Tom Brady's Return Is Impacting The Bucs Preparation For This Week's NFL Draft
Rick Stroud on the upcoming NFL Draft for the Buccaneers and some players and positions they could target as Tom Brady returns to quarterback the team which impacts their selections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/04/2022 • 44 minutes 5 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Draft, Tom Brady, Jason Light, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Kevin Kiermaier and More
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs Draft, Tom Brady's off-sesaon plans, Kyle Trask, Jason Licht, Lightning's season, Mikhail Sergachev, Andrei Vasilevskiy, Mike Zunino, Kevin Kiermaier and Ji-Man Choi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/04/2022 • 47 minutes 15 seconds
Why Raheem Morris Should Get Another NFL Head Coaching Job
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Rams Head Coach Sean McVay's comments about why Raheem Morris isn't a Head Coach in the NFL again as Rick goes back down Misery Lane to remember the state of the Bucs 13 years ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/04/2022 • 40 minutes 54 seconds
Tom Brady Says Bucs Need To Make A Lot of Corrections
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's interview with ESPN where he said the Bucs have to make a lot of "corrections". Plus the Lightning lose to Detroit and the Rays beat the Cubs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tom Brady's announcements on the final episode of 'Man In The Arena' and 'The Match' golf tournament coming this June. Plus a Buccaneers Assistant Coach gets a promotion, the USFL cuts a guy over pizza and a mailbag questions about Adam Schefter and Adrian Wojnarowski. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/04/2022 • 52 minutes 54 seconds
Lightning With 2 Wild Wins & Rays Struggling Defensively
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's wins over the Ducks and Jets that saw Andrei Vasilevskiy pulled, Alex Killorn with 2 goals overturned and the Bolts score the final 5 goals on Saturday. Plus the Rays are off to a rough start in the field as they are piecing together the pitching through injuries and the Bandits first game in the USFL was postponed until tonight with severe weather in Birmingham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/04/2022 • 46 minutes 31 seconds
MAILBAG: Lightning's Reign, Rays Pitching Injuries & Position Players Pitching
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your questions about the Rays and Lightning including if we are seeing the Bolts dominant reign ending, Brian Elliott's performance, should the Rays have kept Joey Wendle, what's up with the pitching injuries, and if Rays don't win an championship soon will it be a lost decade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/04/2022 • 46 minutes 28 seconds
Buccaneers Mailbag & USFL Kicks Off This Weekend
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions about Tom Brady, Shaq Mason, Keanu Neal, and free agency. Plus the USFL kicks off this weekend and Derek Carr gets a big contract from the Raiders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/04/2022 • 46 minutes 7 seconds
Brett Phillips Homers For 8-Year-Old & Tristan Wirfs Finally Has Tom Brady's Phone Number
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on a touching moment at the Rays game as Brett Phillips hits a homerun for an 8-year-old girl who's battling cancer, Rays Pitching is struggling, Bucs Tackle Tristan Wirfs finally has Tom Brady's phone number and Lightning lose in Dallas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/04/2022 • 30 minutes 12 seconds
Why Tom Brady Is Comfortable With Todd Bowles As Head Coach
Rick Stroud details why Tom Brady may be more comfortable playing under Todd Bowles than Bruce Arians as he comes from the Bill Parcells coaching tree like Bill Belichick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/04/2022 • 34 minutes 9 seconds
Rays Sweep Orioles To Start 3-0 & Lightning Shutout Sabres
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays season opening sweep of the Orioles that saw Wander Franco get off to a hot start and Corey Kluber make his Rays debut. Plus the Lightning lose in OT to the Bruins then shutout the Sabres to lower their magic number to 2 to make the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/04/2022 • 49 minutes 57 seconds
Rays Expectations As Opening Day Is Here
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin as the Rays get set to host the Orioles today for Opening Day and the Rays looking to win the AL East for the 3rd straight season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/04/2022 • 34 minutes 6 seconds
Bucs Re-Sign Blaine Gabbert Plus Mailbag Questions About Kyle Trask, Tom Brady and Brandon Lowe
Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about Kyle Trask, Bucs draft needs, defensive depth, Tom Brady ownership possibilities, Saints trading for a 1st round pick, Rays pitching and Brandon Lowe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/04/2022 • 44 minutes 30 seconds
Gronk Not Willing To Commit Right Now, Will Bucs Re-Sign Blaine Gabbert & Manuel Margot Gets A New Contract
Rick Stroud on Rob Gronkowski's comments that he isn't willing to commit to playing football yet, why the Bucs haven't re-signed Blaine Gabbert and Manuel Margot gets a big contract from the Rays. Plus your mailbag questions on the Rays chances this season and the Bucs succession plan for Offensive Coordinator if Byron Leftwich gets a head coaching job next season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/04/2022 • 41 minutes 57 seconds
Rays Trade Austin Meadows & Auston Matthews Lights Up The Bolts
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays trading Austin Meadows to Detroit for an infielder and a draft pick clearing the way for Josh Lowe to play. Plus Auston Matthews get a hat trick as the Maple Leafs bury the Lightning 6-2, Kansas wins the National Championship in basketball and why Blaine Gabbert hasn't been re-signed by the Bucs yet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/04/2022 • 33 minutes 13 seconds
Debunking Bruce Arians Retirement Conspiracy Theories
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the conspiracy theories surrounding Bruce Arians' retirement as the Buccaneers Head Coach and why he made the decision. Plus the Lightning's weekend as they went 1-1, Tiger Woods might play at the Masters and tonight's National Championship Game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/04/2022 • 47 minutes 37 seconds
Todd Bowles Introductory Press Conference & Lightning Enter Final Month Of Regular Season
Steve Versnick is joined by Tampa Bay Times writer Joey Knight to discuss Bruce Arians' retirement and Todd Bowles introductory press conference. They Lightning Beat Writer Eduardo Encina joins us to discuss the Lightning's final month of the regular season and what to expect in the playoffs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/04/2022 • 55 minutes 39 seconds
Bruce Arians Retires And Todd Bowles Named Buccaneers Head Coach
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers news that Bruce Arians is retiring from coaching to move to the front office and Todd Bowles has been given a 5-year contract to coach the Bucs. What does this mean moving forward and what is Arians' legacy in Tampa Bay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/03/2022 • 28 minutes 10 seconds
Neil Solondz on What To Expect From The Rays This Season
Steve Versnick is joined by Rays Radio's Neil Solondz to discuss the Tampa Bay Rays as Opening Day is now 9 days away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/03/2022 • 30 minutes 56 seconds
Tom Jones On Bucs Chances With Brady, Bolts Chances For 3 In A Row and Rays Chances This Season
Steve Versnick is joined by former Tampa Bay Times writer Tom Jones to discuss the Buccaneers chances this year with Tom Brady returning, the Lightning's chances of 3 in a row as they are slumping and the Rays chances heading into a new season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/03/2022 • 41 minutes 58 seconds
Lightning Start Winning Again, Bucs Sign More Players & Rays Trade for Right-Handed Outfielder
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 2 wins over the weekend where they finally started playing their game, the Bucs sign some more players, the Final Four is set and the Rays trade for a right-handed outfielder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/03/2022 • 41 minutes 24 seconds
MAILBAG: Tom Brady, Chris Godwin, Leonard Fournette, Rays Offseason & Andrei Vasilevskiy
Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady, Ndamukong Suh, Jason Pierre-Paul, Logan Ryan, Alex Cappa, Jordan Whitehead, Leonard Fournette, Chris Godwin, NFL Draft, Rays offseason moves, the shift and Andrei Vasilevskiy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/03/2022 • 45 minutes
Bucs GM Jason Licht Hopes Tom Brady Plays Here More Than 3 Years
Rick Stroud on Buccaneers GM Jason Licht's comments that he hope Tom Brady plays in Tampa for many more years. Plus Tyreek Hill traded to the Dolphins and fallout from the Browns trading for Deshaun Watson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/03/2022 • 40 minutes 13 seconds
Playoff Lenny Becomes "Paid Off" Lenny
Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers re-signing Leonard Fournette to a 3-year deal and William Gholston to a 1-year deal. Plus Cam Brate shares a photo of Bucs players at his wedding and the Lightning lose a close one to Carolina as penalties cost them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/03/2022 • 38 minutes 52 seconds
NFC South Quarterback Shuffle
Rick Stroud details the QB Carousel in the NFC South that's gone from the Bucs having the biggest question mark to having the only playoff tested QB. Plus the Lightning make more deals and Shane Baz has minor elbow surgery for the Rays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/03/2022 • 43 minutes 56 seconds
Did Tom Brady Return To The Bucs Because His Retirement Plans Fell Through?
Rick Stroud details how the returning to the Buccaneers might have been Plan B for Tom Brady after he announced his retirement in February. Plus the Bucs are now requiring a 2-year commitment for new season ticket holders and the Lightning make big moves in trading Mathieu Joseph, Taylor Raddysh and Boris Katchouk as they prepare for another playoff run. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/03/2022 • 52 minutes 31 seconds
Chris Godwin Signs Long Term Deal With Bucs & Best Time Of Year In Tampa Bay
Rick Stroud on Chris Godwin's new contract with the Buccaneers, Mike Evans restructures his deal and Cameron Brate takes a pay cut. Plus it's the best time of the year in Tampa Bay as the Valspar Championship is underway, March Madness is in full swing and Spring Training Baseball games are beginning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/03/2022 • 36 minutes 12 seconds
NFL's New Year Is Here and More Mailbag Questions On Tom Brady, Deshaun Watson, Rays and Lightning
Rick Stroud with the latest on the Buccaneers as the NFL's new year begins and the Bucs have restructured some contracts to get under the salary cap. Plus more of your mailbag questions on Tom Brady's return, Deshaun Watson, Bucs throwback uniforms, the Rays and Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/03/2022 • 1 hour 5 minutes 36 seconds
BUCS MAILBAG: Tom Brady's Return, Russell Gage Added, Jordan Whitehead and Alex Cappa Depart
Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including why Tom Brady came back, how the addition of Russell Gage helps the Bucs, is Tyler Johnson and Ronald Jones busts, did the Bengals tamper with Alex Cappa, will Ryan Jensen go into the Bucs Ring of Honor and how many primetime games will Bucs get this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/03/2022 • 44 minutes
Bucs Bring Back CB Carlton Davis As Tom Brady's Return Continues To Impact Free Agency
Rick Stroud has the latest on Bucs free agency as Carlton Davis signs a 3-year deal to return as Tom Brady's impact continues to be felt in re-signing guys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/03/2022 • 55 minutes 53 seconds
Tom Brady Is Returning To The Buccaneers
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick have the latest on Tom Brady returning to the Buccaneers after announcing his retirement 40 days ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/03/2022 • 49 minutes 2 seconds
Bucs Continue To Try To Sign Chris Godwin To Long Term Deal & Carson Wentz to Commanders
Rick Stroud with the latest on the Bucs attempts to sign Chris Godwin to a long-term deal before free agency begins and the Commanders trade for Carson Wentz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/03/2022 • 47 minutes 56 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Draft Needs, Franchise Tag, Rob Gronkowski, Carlton Davis & Where Will Deshaun Watson End Up
Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including the Bucs draft needs, will Rob Gronkowski retire, is Cyril Grayson back, why franchise tagged players only have until July 15 to sign long-term deal and what Bucs plans are if they can't re-sign Carlton Davis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/03/2022 • 34 minutes 51 seconds
Bucs Tag Chris Godwin, Aaron Rodgers Stays In Green Bay & Seahawks Trade Russell Wilson
Rick Stroud on the Bucs using the Franchise Tag on Chris Godwin as they couldn't come to a longer term deal, Aaron Rodgers staying in Green Bay and Russell Wilson being dealt to the Broncos. Plus the Lightning get off to a slow start again as they lose to Winnipeg and Baseball is still negotiating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/03/2022 • 39 minutes 7 seconds
Bucs Prepared To Use Franchise Tag On Chris Godwin Again If Deal Isn't Reached
Rick Stroud on the Buccaneers preparing to use the Franchise Tag on Chris Godwin if they can't come to a long-term deal before 4pm today. Plus Calvin Ridley suspended by the NFL for 1-year for gambling, MLB preparing to cancel another week of games as the lockout drags on and the Lightning continue their road trip in Winnipeg tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/03/2022 • 45 minutes 26 seconds
Andrei Vasilevskiy's Incredible Night & The Case For Kyle Trask To Be Bucs QB
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss Andrei Vasilevskiy's unreal performance on Sunday as the Lightning shook off a bad 1st period to beat the Blackhawks 6-3. Plus the case for Kyle Trask to be the Buccaneers starting quarterback. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/03/2022 • 38 minutes 21 seconds
Tom Brady Still Doesn't Have 'Clear Vision' Of What His Future Holds
Rick Stroud on Tom Brady's latest statements about retirement and what he'll do next. Plus your mailbag questions on Major League Baseball's lockout and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/03/2022 • 42 minutes 47 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs QB, Offensive Line, Running Game, Bruce Arians & More
Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs QB options, should the Bucs run the ball more next year, how Ali Marpet's retirement changes the offseason, how good of a coach is Bruce Arians and who would win - the Bucs 2020 offense vs. the Bucs 2002 Defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/03/2022 • 37 minutes 37 seconds
Bucs Leaving Light On For Tom Brady But Don't Expect Him To Play This Season
Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis at the NFL Combine where Bucs GM Jason Licht and Head Coach Bruce Arians addressed the media to temper expectations of what the Bucs options are at QB and how they are leaving the light on for Tom Brady if he decides to play again. Plus the Lightning score 5 straight goals to beat Ottawa and MLB cancels the first week of games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/03/2022 • 36 minutes 15 seconds
Bucs To Play In Germany This Year & Creamsicle Throwback Uniforms To Wait Until 2023
Rick Stroud has the latest on the Buccaneers as it was announced they will play a home game in Germany this season and the creamsicle throwback uniforms will have to wait until 2023 due to supply chain issues. Plus baseball owners and players are still negotiating to avoid the cancellation of Opening Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/03/2022 • 40 minutes 29 seconds
Ali Marpet Announces Retirement & Lightning Win Stadium Series Game
Rick Stroud on the surprising announcement from Bucs OL Ali Marpet that he is retiring after 7 seasons at the age of 28. Why is he calling it quits and what does this mean for the Bucs in free agency and the draft. Plus the Lightning win in the Stadium Series game in Nashville as Bolts Nation was out in full force and a very successful Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/02/2022 • 45 minutes 29 seconds
Why Blaine Gabbert Could Be The Bucs Starter This Year
Rick Stroud goes into more detail about the Bucs quarterback situation and why it could be Blaine Gabbert starting this season behind center, plus Rick wins 2 majors awards from his peers, Tom Brady gets into acting, has OJ Howard played his last down for the Bucs and what if baseball doesn't play this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/02/2022 • 52 minutes 12 seconds
MAILBAG: Could Kyle Trask Start, Why Tom Brady Retired & Bruce Arians Future
Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correct including if drafting Kyle Trask was a wasted pick, if Tom Brady will stay retired, if Brady is upset at the Bucs, could Bruce Arians retire, how Bucs special teams played and will more teams do what the Rams did an give up lots of picks to win now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/02/2022 • 44 minutes 43 seconds
Matt Baker on Daytona 500, Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, Kyle Trask and the College Football Playoff
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football and Racing Writer Matt Baker to breakdown last week's Daytona 500, look ahead to the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding and talk if Kyle Trask could be like Mac Jones in the NFL and how the conference commissioners rejected a College Football Playoff expansion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/02/2022 • 39 minutes 23 seconds
Did The Bruce Arians-Tom Brady Relationship Really Sour?
Rick Stroud details his conversation with Bucs Head Coach Bruce Arians who refutes reports that his relationship with Tom Brady had soured causing him to retire. Plus Antonio Brown melts down on social media about his injury blaming the Bucs and Tom Brady and Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard suspended for throwing hands with another coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/02/2022 • 38 minutes 3 seconds
Rick and Tom on Canadiens Hiring Marty St. Louis, Lightning's Stanley Cup Chances & MLB's Lockout
Rick Stroud and Tom Jones discuss the Marty St. Louis hiring in Montreal, the Tampa Bay Lightning's season and the ongoing lockout in Major League Baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/02/2022 • 29 minutes 35 seconds
Rick and Tom On Tom Brady's Retirement and The Bucs Options at QB
Rick Stroud is joined once again by longtime Tampa Bay Times Columnist and Rick's former radio co-host Tom Jones to discuss what the Bucs will do at Quarterback, is Tom Brady really retired and can the Bucs still win it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/02/2022 • 40 minutes 10 seconds
Tom Jones Joins Rick Stroud To Discuss Bucs, Brady and the NFL
Rick Stroud is joined once again by his former co-host Tom Jones to discuss Tom Brady's retirement, the Bucs season and the power of the NFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/02/2022 • 36 minutes 8 seconds
MAILBAG: Could Bucs Trade for Deshaun Watson, Bucs Starting Running Back & Baseball's Lockout
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick discuss the possibility of the Bucs trading for Deshaun Watson and answer your mailbag questions about Bucs QB options, who will start at running back this season, will the Bucs go after other free agents, will USFL work and is baseball hurting itself with the current lockout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/02/2022 • 1 hour 9 minutes 13 seconds
Why Ronde Barber Didn't Make the Hall of Fame This Year
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why Ronde Barber didn't make the Hall of Fame this year and what are his chances moving forward. Plus is Matthew Stafford a Hall of Famer and will Sean McVay quit coaching soon to go to broadcasting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/02/2022 • 44 minutes 25 seconds
Rams Follow Buccaneers Blueprint To Win Super Bowl LVI
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick recap Super Bowl LVI which saw the Rams follow the Buccaneers blueprint to win it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/02/2022 • 43 minutes 26 seconds
Super Bowl LVI Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Super Bowl LVI between the Rams and Bengals with 2 great quarterback stories in Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/02/2022 • 38 minutes 18 seconds
Buccaneers Confident Tom Brady Would Play For Them If He Plays Again
Rick Stroud discuss the Bucs confidence that if Tom Brady plays again it will be for the Buccaneers. Plus Roger Goddell's annual Super Bowl week press conference and Marty St. Louis is named interim Head Coach of the Montreal Canadiens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/02/2022 • 42 minutes 46 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs QB Options, Free Agent Priorities & When Tom Brady Goes Into Ring of Honor
Rick Stroud answers your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the Bucs will promote within to replace Mike Caldwell, when will Tom Brady go into Bucs Ring of Honor, will Ronde Barber make the Hall of Fame, which Bucs free agents are most important to sign, how does Aaron Donald compare to Warren Sapp and should Mike Evans win the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for all the big moment footballs he's given away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/02/2022 • 51 minutes 32 seconds
Tom Brady Says 'Never Say Never' To Playing Again But Would It Be With The Buccaneers?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick play NFL Conspiracy Theories after Tom Brady says 'never say never' to playing again on his Let's Go Podcast. If Brady were to return next season would it be with the Bucs or could it be another team? Plus Lovie Smith is hired by the Texans so what does that mean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/02/2022 • 48 minutes 21 seconds
Pro Bowl, NHL All-Star Game, Rays Stadium & Lovie Smith Is Leading Candidate To Coach Texans
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Pro Bowl, NHL All-Star Game, Rays Stadium news and Lovie Smith emerging as the leading candidate for the Houston Texans head coaching job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/02/2022 • 38 minutes 25 seconds
Byron Leftwich Removes Himself From Jaguars Coaching Search Then They Hire Doug Pederson
Rick Stroud details his report that Byron Leftwich withdrew his name from consideration for the Jacksonville Head Coaching job and as we were taping the podcast the Jaguars hire former Eagles coach Doug Pederson. Plus the Bucs and Lightning are well represented at the NHL All-Star Game and Pro Bowl in Las Vegas this weekend and the NFL begins responding to the allegations from former Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores in his lawsuit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/02/2022 • 40 minutes 44 seconds
MAILBAG: Who Will Be The Buccaneers Quarterback Next Season?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Tom Brady's retirement, who will be the Bucs quarterback next season, is Matthew Stafford a hall of famer, should we celebrate the Rays split-city plan falling apart and Jim Harbaugh stays at Michigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/02/2022 • 48 minutes 11 seconds
Tom Brady Makes Retirement Official
Rick Stroud on Tom Brady officially announcing his retirement from the Buccaneers and the NFL. Plus Brian Flores sues 3 teams and the NFL for discrimination in hiring and the Lightning beat the Sharks in overtime with a game-winner from Victor Hedman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/02/2022 • 1 hour 1 minute 3 seconds
Tom Brady Says He Is "Still Going Through The Process" About His Future
Rick Stroud has the latest on Tom Brady's future as he says he is 'still going through the process.' So is Tom Brady retiring or could he play a 3rd season in Tampa Bay? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/02/2022 • 54 minutes 12 seconds
Is Tom Brady Retiring Or Still Deciding On Next Season?
Rick Stroud gives the latest on Tom Brady and if the reports over the weekend might be correct saying he will retire, how reports like this come out and what's next from here. Plus it's the Rams-Bengals for Super Bowl 56. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/01/2022 • 56 minutes 49 seconds
Bucs Coordinators Not Hired Away Yet In NFL Coaching Carousel & Championship Weekend Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the NFL coaching carousel including Byron Leftwich who hasn't been hired by Jacksonville yet and now New Orleans wants to talk to him, while Todd Bowles interviewed in Vegas but it sounds like they may go a different direction. Plus we preview the NFL Championship Weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/01/2022 • 53 minutes 43 seconds
Could The Bucs Lose 4-5 Coaches This Offseason Plus Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens Fail To Make The Hall of Fame
Rick Stroud with the latest on Bucs coaches interviewing with other teams including the feeling inside the Bucs that Byron Leftwich will get the Jacksonville job. Plus Marc Topkin joins us to discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame vote that saw Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens fail to make it in their last year and how the voting process compares to football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/01/2022 • 1 hour 1 minute 55 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Defense On Sunday, Todd Bowles, Special Teams Problems, Kyle Trask & Free Agents
Rick Stroud answers all of your mailbag questions 100% correct about who's to blame for the Bucs loss on Sunday, Todd Bowles' head coaching job chances, Bucs special teams problems, Leonard Fournette's score on 4th and 1, Kyle Trask's development and Bucs free agent priorities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/01/2022 • 51 minutes 31 seconds
Will Tom Brady Return To The Bucs Next Season?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the decision ahead for Tom Brady of playing another season or will he retire to spend more time with his family. If he retires, what might the Bucs do, plus Bruce Arians will probably call plays if Byron Leftwich gets a head coaching job, why the Bucs last 2 defensive plays will haunt them and get well wishes for Dick Vitale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/01/2022 • 46 minutes 55 seconds
Buccaneers Lose 30-27 To Rams To End Season. What is the Future For Bruce Arians and Tom Brady?
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight at Raymond James Stadium after the Buccaneers 30-27 loss to the Rams in the NFL Divisional Playoff round which saw the Bucs fall behind 27-3 and comeback to tie it with 46-seconds remaining. But Matthew Stafford hit Cooper Kupp for a big pass to setup the game winning field goal by Matt Gay. The Bucs season ends and could it mean the end for Bruce Arians and Tom Brady in Tampa Bay? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/01/2022 • 29 minutes 16 seconds
Bucs-Rams Playoff Preview & Major League Baseball Ends The Rays Split-City Plan
Rick Stroud previews Sunday's Bucs-Rams Divisional Playoff game plus Tampa Bay Times Rays Beat Writer Marc Topkin joins us to discuss Stu Sternberg's announcement that MLB has shutdown their split-city plan leaving the Rays to look to Tampa Bay, or another city, to be a full-season home beginning in the 2028 season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/01/2022 • 46 minutes 13 seconds
Sam Farmer On Rams Confidence Heading Into Divisional Playoff Game With Bucs
Rick Stroud is joined by longtime LA Times writer Sam Farmer to preview the Bucs-Rams Divisional Playoff game from the LA perspective on Matt Stafford, OBJ, Von Miller, Cam Akers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/01/2022 • 44 minutes 18 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Coaching Decisions, Coordinators, Defensive Play, Training Staff and Running Back Decisions
Rick Stroud answers your Buccaneers mailbag questions 100% correctly including questions about the Bucs training staff dealing with injuries, who would replace the Coordinators if they get head coaching jobs, who's out when Fournette returns, Bruce Arian's in-game coaching, the Bucs defensive play and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/01/2022 • 45 minutes 2 seconds
Buccaneers Injury Updates Ahead of This Sunday's Divisional Playoff Game vs. Rams
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with Buccaneers injury updates ahead of this weekend's Divisional Playoff game vs. the Rams including Tristan Wirfs in a walking boot but he could play on Sunday. Plus a look around the NFL and the Lightning start their California trip tonight in Los Angeles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/01/2022 • 38 minutes 5 seconds
Buccaneers Beats Eagles In Resounding Fashion To Advance In NFL Playoffs
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight breakdown the Buccaneers 31-15 playoff win over the Eagles that saw Tampa Bay take a 31-0 lead before conceding 2 touchdowns late in the game. The Bucs do have some injury concerns as Tristan Wirfs hurt his ankle and missed his snaps for the first time in his career. The Bucs will now face the winner of tonight's Rams-Cardinals game at Raymond James Stadium this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/01/2022 • 29 minutes 42 seconds
Bucs-Eagles Playoff Preview
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Eagles playoff game as the Bucs are getting some players back but will have to contain a Philadelphia running game that is a lot different then when they faced each other in October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/01/2022 • 43 minutes 51 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs Hurry Up Offense, Eagles Strengths, Head Coaching Jobs & Players Returning This Week
Rick Stroud answers your Bucs mailbag questions 100% correct including if the Bucs will use more hurry-up offense, could returning players get off to a slow start, will the playbook change with different receivers, could Bucs lose either coordinator to a head coaching job, any Bucs front office personnel being targeted by other teams and could Jason Licht leave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/01/2022 • 1 hour 40 seconds
Georgia Knocks Off Alabama, Wins First National Championship in 41 Years
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker who was in Indianapolis where Georgia won their first National Championship in 41 years behind a tremendous defense and Stetson Bennett IV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/01/2022 • 28 minutes 25 seconds
Buccaneers Get Some Good News On Injured Players & Black Monday Across the NFL
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the latest with the Buccaneers injuries before this weekend's playoff game vs. Philadelphia as Shaq Barrett, JPP and Leonard Fournette should be back but not so certain on Lavonte David or Cyril Grayson. Plus Black Monday creates GM and coaching openings around the League and the crazy ending to the Raiders-Chargers game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/01/2022 • 47 minutes 16 seconds
Bucs Win Franchise Best 13th Game & Earn The Number 2 Seed In NFC
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight after the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 41-17 to finish the season with 13 wins and with help they clinched the #2 seed in the NFC to face the Eagles on Sunday afternoon. Mike Evans hit 1000 yards for the 8th straight season and Tom Brady set the Bucs all-time season passing yards mark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/01/2022 • 26 minutes 59 seconds
Buccaneers Finally Release Antonio Brown & Nikita Kucherov Dazzles In Return To Lightning
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick have the latest on the Buccaneers finally releasing Antonio Brown 4 days after he walked off the field in the middle of the game. Bruce Arians said Brown was upset over the number of targets he got in the first half, Jason Licht added the Brown wanted guarantees of incentive bonuses prior to the game and an OnlyFans model claims Brown snuck her in the team hotel the night before the game breaking COVID protocols. Plus Nikita Kucherov made his return for the Lightning and it looked like he never left. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/01/2022 • 36 minutes 58 seconds
Antonio Brown Accuses Bucs Of Promoting False Narrative & Pressuring Him To Play With Bone Fragments In His Ankle
Rick Stroud on Antonio Brown's statement that including accusing the Bucs of pressuring him to play with bone fragments in his ankle and promoting a false narrative that he quit the team. Plus Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss the College Football Semifinals and preview Monday's Alabama-Georgia rematch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/01/2022 • 53 minutes 11 seconds
MAILBAG: Antonio Brown, Tom Brady's Future, Bucs Offense & Cyril Grayson, Jr.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about Antonio Brown. Bucs win in New York, Tom Brady's future, the Bucs offense, Cyril Grayson, Jr., playoff seeding, schedule changes and throwing game balls into the stands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/01/2022 • 38 minutes 12 seconds
Bruce Arians Comments On Antonio Brown's Departure
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bruce Arians comments, or lack thereof, on Antonio Brown leaving the sidelines during the Bucs game on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/01/2022 • 36 minutes 32 seconds
Buccaneers Win In Dramatic Fashion As Antonio Brown Walks Out On Team
Rick Stroud is in New York where the Bucs and Tom Brady came from behind to beat the Jets for their 12th win of the season but it was Antonio Brown who is getting all the headlines after he quit the team in the 3rd quarter, walking off the field shirtless and catching an Uber out of the stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/01/2022 • 41 minutes 27 seconds
Previewing Bucs-Jets and College Football Semifinals
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this weekend's Bucs-Jets game as Mike Evans surprised everyone at practice on Thursday and could play this weekend. Plus we preview the College Football Playoff semifinals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31/12/2021 • 31 minutes 15 seconds
Bucs Coach Bruce Arians Test Positive for COVID, Brayden Point Dazzles In Return & College Football Playoff Preview
Rick Stroud on the newest Buccaneers to test positive for COVID including Head Coach Bruce Arians, Brayden Point returns for the Lightning and Matt Baker joins us to preview Friday's College Football Playoff Semifinals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about if the NFL will follow new CDC guidelines on quarantines for asymptomatic cases, how the Panthers new positive tests affect the Bucs, why Shaq Barrett came back in the game with a serious injury, could Leonard Fournette come back for the 1st playoff game, playoff seeding, most memorable coach Rick has covered and Christmas presents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/12/2021 • 36 minutes 9 seconds
Bucs Lose Shaq Barrett For Regular Season and COVID Impacting All Sports
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers losing Shaq Barrett for the rest of the regular season, how COVID is impacting all of sports, young Bucs stepping up with the injuries and the Lightning scheduled to play the Canadiens tonight with both goalies out with COVID. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/12/2021 • 39 minutes 37 seconds
Buccaneers Clinch NFC South For The First Time Since 2007 With 32-6 Win In Carolina
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Charlotte where the Buccaneers beat the Panthers 32-6 to clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 and guarantee at least 1 playoff game will be played at Raymond James Stadium this season. Antonio Brown returned to the lineup, caught 10 passes and blamed the media for missing the last 3 weeks. Jordan Whitehead was all over the field but Shaq Barrett left with an injury. For the 2nd straight week the Buccaneers defense didn't allow a touchdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/12/2021 • 25 minutes 42 seconds
Bucs-Panthers Preview, 5 Buccaneers Make Pro Bowl and Le'Veon Bell Is Signed
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with a Buccaneers-Panthers preview in which a win would clinch the NFC South for the Bucs. They signed Le'Veon Bell this week to help at the running back position and 5 Bucs were named to the Pro Bowl including 3 offensive lineman. Plus some of your mailbag questions are answered 100% correct. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/12/2021 • 43 minutes 32 seconds
Florida-UCF Preview, Will Miami Play in Sun Bowl and Could Urban Meyer Return To College Coaching
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times college football writer Matt Baker to discuss tonight's Gasparilla Bowl between Florida and UCF, will Miami actually play in the Sun Bowl as they deal with a COVID outbreak, could Urban Meyer coach again in College and a preview of next week's College Football Playoff semifinals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/12/2021 • 29 minutes 58 seconds
Buccaneers Injuries Piling Up As Leonard Fournette and Lavonte David To Miss Rest of Regular Season
Rick Stroud details how the Buccaneers injuries from Sunday keep mounting as Leonard Fournette and Lavonte David are out for the rest of the regular season, plus Mike Evans may miss some games too. Plus Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper enters COVID protocols as the NHL is now paused until after Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/12/2021 • 35 minutes 21 seconds
Bucs Chris Godwin Out For Season, Antonio Brown Returns From Suspension & Tom Brady Makes 15th Pro Bowl
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is out for the season with a torn ACL, if the hit was dirty, how Antonio Brown's return impacts their postseason chances, why Bruce Arians changed his mind on Brown, Tom Brady makes 15th Pro Bowl and Brayden Point is close to returning for the Lightning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/12/2021 • 35 minutes 50 seconds
Bucs Shutout By Saints 9-0 - That's 7 Straight Regular Season Losses To New Orleans
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick after the Buccaneers get shutout by the Saints 9-0 on Sunday night football to make it 7 straight losses to New Orleans in the regular season. The Bucs fail to clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 and fall to the third seed in the NFC. To make matters worse they Bucs lost Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Leonard Fournette to injuries that could force them to miss some games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/12/2021 • 28 minutes 2 seconds
Urban's Ouster In Jacksonville, Bucs-Saints Preview, Vincent Jackson Had CTE & Lightning Have Best Record in NHL
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Urban Meyer's dismissal in Jacksonville after Rick's story about Josh Lambo who accused Meyer of kicking him. Plus a Bucs-Saints preview on Sunday night as the Bucs can clinch the NFC South for the first time since 2007 with a win, Vincent Jackson had Stage 2 CTE when he died in February and the Lightning have the best record in hockey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/12/2021 • 40 minutes 45 seconds
Urban Meyer Accused Of Kicking A Player, Emory Jones To Transfer From Florida & A Wild College Football Signing Day
Rick Stroud on his breaking news that former Jags kick Josh Lambo accuses Urban Meyer of kicking him during a practice, NFL and other sports going to increased COVID protocols and Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker joins us to discuss a wild College Signing Day and the news that Emory Jones plans to transfer from the Gators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/12/2021 • 41 minutes 40 seconds
MAILBAG: Will Bucs Rest Players Down The Stretch, Why Do They Struggle With Leads & Would Salary Floor Hurt The Rays
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct including if Bucs will rest players down the stretch, will a Tom Brady statue be put up in Tampa, why obsess about visiting fans in Tampa Bay, do the Bucs struggle to play with a lead, will Urban Meyer survive in Jacksonville, would a salary floor in baseball hurt the Rays, should Tampa build a stadium for the Rays and what roster moves will the Lightning make when Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/12/2021 • 55 minutes 11 seconds
What Will The Bucs Decide On Antonio Brown Next Week, Home Field Advantage At Ray Jay and Brayden Point At Lightning Practice
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the upcoming decision for the Buccaneers on what to do with Antonio Brown when his suspension ends next week, plus the Bucs problems at safety, Carlton Davis' impact, is there home field advantage at Raymond James Stadium, Brayden Point skating at practice with the Lightning and former Bolts goaltender Ben Bishop calls it a career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/12/2021 • 38 minutes 45 seconds
Buccaneers Beat Bills In Overtime After Giving Up 21 Point Lead In 2nd Half
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight dissect the Buccaneers 33-27 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills that saw the Bucs build a 24-3 halftime lead only to give it up in the 2nd half before Tom Brady found Breshad Perriman in overtime for the game-winning touchdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/12/2021 • 24 minutes 3 seconds
How Will Tom Brady and Buccaneers Attack The Bills Defense This Week?
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview Sunday's Bucs-Bills game which features the only opponent left on Tampa Bay's schedule with a record over .500. How will Tom Brady and Byron Leftwich attack the Buffalo defense and who will get the majority of snaps as the 3rd wide receiver. Plus some leftover mailbag questions about walk through practices and MLB's lockout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/12/2021 • 38 minutes 14 seconds
Billy Napier's Introduction at Florida, Mario Cristobal Hired At The U & The College Football Playoff
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss new Gators Head Coach Billy Napier's press conference, Mario Cristobal being hired at Miami, recruiting impact of the hires, the College Football Playoff, Heisman Trophy finalists and momentum towards an on-campus stadium at USF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/12/2021 • 33 minutes 45 seconds
Tom Brady Is Sports Person Of The Year & Your Buccaneers Mailbag Questions
Rick Stroud on Tom Brady winning the Sports Illustrated Sports Person of the Year for the 2nd time in his career. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about Antonio Brown's status on the Buccaneers, does Tom Brady want him on the team, the 3rd wide receiver position, contract status of Vita Vea and Carlton Davis, would Rob Gronkowski play if Brady retired and who would take over coaching the Bucs if Bruce Arians retires. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/12/2021 • 1 hour 6 minutes 30 seconds
Bucs Injuries Mounting Including Bruce Arians & How The Offense Has Been Taken Over By Tom Brady
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with the latest on the Buccaneers injuries including Head Coach Bruce Arians, why Richard Sherman might play some safety, how the Bucs Offense is now completely Tom Brady's, looking ahead to this weekend's game vs the Bills. Plus Mario Cristobal coming home to Miami, Heisman Trophy finalists named, looking as some Bowl game matchups and the Lightning had a good weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/12/2021 • 42 minutes 51 seconds
Buccaneers Defeat Falcons Behind Their Passing Attack
Rick Stroud and Joey Knight are in Atlanta where the Buccaneers beat the Falcons 30-17 in a game that saw Tom Brady throw the ball over 50 times with 15 of them to Chris Godwin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/12/2021 • 22 minutes 33 seconds
Bucs Antonio Brown, Mike Edwards & John Franklin III Suspended 3 Games by NFL For Misrepresenting Vaccination Status
Rick Stroud on the suspensions of Antonio Brown, Mike Edwards and John Franklin III resulting from their 'misrepresenting their vaccination status' to the Bucs stemming from the investigation done by Rick and the Tampa Bay Times. They will now miss the next 3 games and could face some legal issues going forward too. Plus a Bucs-Falcons preview, MLB's lockout and College Football's Championship Weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/12/2021 • 1 hour 25 minutes 27 seconds
Billy Napier Hired At Florida, Crazy Coaching Carousel & It's Conference Championship Weekend
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football writer Matt Baker to discuss the Gators hiring Billy Napier to replace Dan Mullen, the crazy coaching carousel in College Football this season, what to expect in the Conference Championships this weekend and the latest College Football Playoff Rankings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/12/2021 • 38 minutes
MAILBAG: Buccaneers Defensive Scheme, Will They Sign Fournette, Wander Franco's Deal & USF-UCF Rivalry
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back including criticism's of the Bucs defensive play-calling, the future D-Line, paying Leonard Fournette, Tom Brady's prospects to owning a team, Rays 2022 roster compared to 2021, Wander Franco's deal, USF-UCF rivalry after UCF joins Big 12 and is a supersized SEC good for college football? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/12/2021 • 44 minutes 48 seconds
A Wild Week Of College Football Coaching Changes & Baseball Signings
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with an update on the Buccaneers injuries from Sunday's win in Indianapolis, plus a wild week so far in the College Football coaching carousel as Lincoln Riley is at USC, Brian Kelly is going to LSU and now Notre Dame is looking for a coach. Plus some big signings in baseball ahead of a potential work stoppage later this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/11/2021 • 49 minutes 9 seconds
Leonard Fournette and the Bucs Defense Leads To 38-31 Win Over Colts
Rick Stroud is in Indianapolis where the Buccaneers defeated the Colts 38-31 as the Bucs defense forces 5 turnovers and Leonard Fournette scored 4 TDs in the win. Plus Michigan dominates Ohio State, USF fails just short against UCF, Florida beats Florida State, Rays sign Wander Franco through 2031 and Corey Kluber for 1-year, Lightning honor Yanni Gourde and the Rowdies lose 3-1 in the USL Championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29/11/2021 • 46 minutes 17 seconds
Bucs-Colts Preview & Signing Wander Franco Long Term
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview this Sunday's Bucs-Colts game as they try to slow down MVP candidate Jonathan Taylor while playing better on the road. Plus a look at the Rays trying to lock up Wander Franco for 10+ years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26/11/2021 • 33 minutes 21 seconds
Why The Gators Dismissed Dan Mullen Before The End of the Season
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss what happened to lead the Florida Gators to dismuss Dan Mullen before the Florida State game this week. Plus who might the Gators seek to be their next Head Coach, previewing the War on I4 and Ohio State-Michigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/11/2021 • 36 minutes 13 seconds
MAILBAG: Is Jason Pierre-Paul a Hall of Famer, Buccaneers Penalties, Gators Next Head Coach & Missing Brayden Point
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Shaq Barrett, Jason Pierre-Paul's Hall of Fame credentials, Bucs penalties, Kyle Trask, NFL upsets, Gators next coach and how Lightning cope with Brayden Point's absence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24/11/2021 • 34 minutes 44 seconds
Buccaneers Snap Losing Streak By Beating Giants 30-10 on Monday Night Football
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-10 win over the Giants on Monday Night Football as they snap their 2-game losing streak. Mike Evans became the Bucs all-time touchdown leader in franchise history as several players returned from injury including Rob Gronkowski and Sean Murphy-Bunting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/11/2021 • 38 minutes 13 seconds
Bucs-Giants MNF Preview, Dan Mullen Out At Florida & Brayden Point Out Indefinitely For Bolts
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview tonight's Bucs-Giants Monday Night Football matchup as the Buccaneers look to stop their 2-game losing streak and make up ground as most of the best NFC teams lost on Sunday. Plus the Gators fire Head Coach Dan Mullen so where will they turn to next and USF fires Defensive Coordinator Glenn Spencer and the Lightning split their 2 games over the weekend blowing 2-goal leads in the 3rd period in both of them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/11/2021 • 48 minutes 12 seconds
Bucs WR Antonio Brown Accused of Obtaining Fake Vaccine Card
Rick Stroud details his report that Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown obtained a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to avoid NFL protocols according to his ex-chef who alleges is owed money by Brown. Plus Wander Franco could be on the verge of a big contract with the Rays and the Lightning win in Philadelphia in a shootout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19/11/2021 • 41 minutes 17 seconds
Dan Mullen's Future at Florida, Florida State's Win Over Miami and USF's Improvements This Season
Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times College Football Writer Matt Baker to discuss Dan Mullen's future at Florida and their upcoming game in Missouri, Florida State's win over Miami, Manny Diaz's future now that the AD has been fired, USF's performance against Cincinnati and why they can win at Tulane this week, plus a look at the latest College Football Playoff Standings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/11/2021 • 41 minutes 8 seconds
MAILBAG: Bucs 4th Quarter Defensive Issues, Is Vita Vea Injury Prone, Why Tampa 2 Confuses QBs and Is Ke'Shawn Vaughn a Wasted Draft Pick
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct about the Bucs defensive issues in the 4th quarter and their injuries this season, is Vita Vea injury prone, why does the Tampa 2 confuse quarterbacks today, is Ke'Shawn Vaughn a wasted draft pick, will a baseball work stoppage impact their ability to sign value free agents, and which state College Football coach is most likely to be fired this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17/11/2021 • 53 minutes 37 seconds
Why Tom Brady Checked Down A Lot On Sunday, Lightning Beat The Islanders & Randy Arozarena is Rookie of the Year