Sports Day Tampa Bay
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and co-host Steve Versnick every weekday as they dive deep into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. From the Buccaneers and Rays to the Lightning, USF, and more — they go beyond the headlines to give you the insight you can't find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider’s guide to Tampa Bay sports. New episodes drop every weekday morning in your favorite podcast app.
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Location:
St. Petersburg, FL
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and co-host Steve Versnick every weekday as they dive deep into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. From the Buccaneers and Rays to the Lightning, USF, and more — they go beyond the headlines to give you the insight you can't find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider’s guide to Tampa Bay sports. New episodes drop every weekday morning in your favorite podcast app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Twitter:
@SportsDayTB
Language:
English
Contact:
813-360-1530
Website:
http://tampabay.com/sports
Episodes
Bucs Have 15th Pick In NFL Draft, Rays' Nick Martinez Pitches 8 Innings & Lightning Ready for Game 3
4/23/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on tonight's NFL Draft as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers currently have the 15th pick and a lot of needs on defense. Plus several mock drafts have the Bucs taking a Tight End with the pick. The Rays salvage a game from the Reds as Nick Martinez goes 8 innings giving up just 1 run and the Lightning are in Montreal preparing for Friday night's Game 3.
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Duration:00:35:59
Lightning Win In OT To Even Series With Montreal & Reds Blow Out The Rays
4/22/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3-2 overtime win over Montreal in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Nikita Kucherov scores for the first time in 17 playoff games to tie the game while JJ Moser nets the OT winner. The Rays lose to the Reds and will look to salvage a game this afternoon while the Bucs continue to prepare for Thursday night's NFL Draft.
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Duration:00:35:40
Lightning-Canadiens Game 2 Tonight, Rays Mental Errors Cost Them & Bucs Start Voluntary Workouts
4/21/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's prep for tonight's Game 2 after they lost the first game on Sunday. Charle-Eduoard D’Astous is doubtful after leaving game 1 injured. The Rays lose to the Reds after making several mental errors and the Buccaneers start voluntary workouts with the NFL Draft just 2 days away.
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Duration:00:44:33
Lightning Lose In OT in Game 1, Rays Lose 2-of-3 to Pirates & Bucs Preparing For NFL Draft
4/20/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-3 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of their best-of-7 first-round series. The Bolts took too many bad penalties as they allowed 3 power play goals. The Rays lose 2-of-3 to the Pirates but had a huge comeback on Saturday for their lone win and the Bucs are preparing for the NFL Draft this week.
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Duration:00:38:37
Rays Sweep The White Sox, Questions Remain on Rays Stadium Plan and Lightning Start Playoffs on Sunday
4/17/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox for their 6th straight win. Questions still remain after Hillsborough County's workshop on a Rays Stadium Deal. The Lightning open up the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday afternoon at 5:45pm vs. the Montreal Canadiens. Plus we answer your mailbag questions the Bucs draft needs.
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Duration:00:38:11
Bucs Discuss Stadium Renovations With Officials, Rays Win Again & Lightning Preparing for Playoffs
4/16/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers meeting with the City, County and TSA about major renovations to Raymond James Stadium and the potential impact it has on the Rays stadium search. Plus the Rays win again and have the best record in the American League plus the Lighting lose their regular season finale as they turn their attention to the playoffs.
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Duration:00:33:58
Rays Continue To Score, Lightning Get Home Ice in First Round & Jason Licht Speaks Today
4/15/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 8-5 win over the White Sox as they are in first place in the AL East. They continue to find ways to score without hitting a lot of homers. Plus the Lightning will start at home vs. the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht will speak today for his pre-NFL Draft press conference.
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Duration:00:40:07
Lightning To Face Canadiens In First Round, Bucs Host A Quarterback & Dick Vitale Has Cancer Again
4/14/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 4-3 overtime win over the Red Wings which means their first round opponent is set with the Montreal Canadiens. Plus Dick Vitale has cancer again and Bucs host Kansas quaterback Jalon Daniels for pre-draft visit.
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Duration:00:31:22
Rays Sweep The Yankees, Lightning Beat The Bruins & Rory McIlroy Repeats
4/13/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays sweep of the Yankees as they pull into a 3-way tie for first place in the AL East, the Lightning win in Boston as Brandon Hagel returns but more players are out injured and Rory McIlroy repeats at The Masters.
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Duration:00:33:12
MAILBAG: What To Do With Baker Mayfield's Contract, Why Mike Evans Left & Rowdies Undefeated
4/10/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions 100% correct or your money back. They answer questions about Baker Mayfield and when the Buccaneers should try to re-sign him, why Mike Evans left the Bucs and the Rowdies undefeated start.
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Duration:00:41:18
Rays Lose Series To Cubs and Mailbag Questions About Yandy Diaz & Signing Prospects
4/9/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 6-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs as they've lost 3 of their first 4 series this season. The defense continues to be a problem as they lead MLB with 17 errors. Plus we answer your mailbag questions about where Yandy Diaz ranks amongst the Rays greats, signing young prospects early and when to leave a game when your wife is in labor.
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Duration:00:45:53
Are The Bucs Trolling Mike Evans, Rays and Lightning Lose & Stadium Vote Could Be Next Month
4/8/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 9-2 loss to the Cubs as Drew Rasmussen is scratched due to his wife going into labor, the Lightning lose 6-2 in Ottawa as Brandon Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Pontus Holmberg all miss due to injury, are the Buccaneers trolling Mike Evans by signing former Falcons wide receiver David Sills V, who caught the 4th down pass against the Bucs and Ken Hagan says votes on a new Rays stadium could come next month.
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Duration:00:42:49
Rays Win in Return To Tropicana Field, Lightning Lose As Injuries Mount & Bucs Bring Back Justin Skule
4/7/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays Opening Day as Tropicana Field re-opens after a year away. The Rays hit 3 home runs, played great defense and Shane McClanahan continues to pitch well in his return. The Lightning lose 4-2 to Buffalo as Anthony Cirelli missed the game with an injury and Pontus Holmberg left injured and Jon Cooper says it's "not good". Also Buccaneers bring back swing tackle Justin Skule and Michigan wins the National Title in basketball.
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Duration:00:37:42
Rays Are Back at Tropicana Field, Lightning Clinch 9th Straight Playoff Berth & Geno Auriemma Looks Small
4/6/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-5 start to the season as they return to St. Pete today for the Home Opener at Tropicana Field and Shane McClanahan on the bump. Plus the Lightning clinch a playoff berth for the 9th straight season and are back in first place with 6 games to play. Plus Geno Auriemma looks small in his apology to Dawn Staley and South Carolina in the Women's Final Four.
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Duration:00:49:22
MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield's Contract Options, Rays Hall of Fame & Lightning's Playoff Chances
4/3/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on if the Bucs should re-sign Baker Mayfield as he enters the final year of his contract, the Rays Hall of Fame, the Lightning's playoff chances and should you give up fandom when you move.
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Duration:00:39:25
Bucs Preparing To Ask For Money For Stadium Renovations & Rays Lose 8-2
4/2/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers preparing to meet the TSA about renovations to Raymond James Stadium as the Rays stadium deal is drawing closer. Plus the Rays lose again as Junior Caminero has 3 errors, including one while playing first base.
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Duration:00:32:36
Why The Bucs Like Todd Bowles, Shane McClanahan Pitches & Lightning Lose To Montreal
4/1/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers owner Joel Glazer's comments on why they like Todd Bowles as their head coach and what the comments truly mean. Plus the Rays lose but Shane McClanahan pitched well in his first appearance in over 2.5 years and the Lightning lose to Montreal despite playing well.
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Duration:00:38:47
Should The Bucs Lock Up Baker Mayfield Now & Rays Win Their 2nd Straight Game
3/31/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers dilemna on what to do with Baker Mayfield. Should they sign him now to a long-term deal or wait to play out this season to see how he does. There are risks with both scenarios. Plus the Rays win their 2nd straight as Yandy Diaz stays hot, Nick Martinez pitches well and Johnny Deluca hits a bomb.
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Duration:00:39:34
Rays Win Their First Game, Lightning Back Atop Eastern Conference & Final Four Is Set
3/30/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 1-2 start in St. Louis as the bats rack up 41 hits but the bullpen blow a couple of leads. Plus the Lightning have won 2 in a row and are back atop the Eastern Conference with 9 games remaining, plus the Final Four is set.
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Duration:00:37:09
Rays Lose on Opening Day After Holding 7-1 Lead & Lightning Rally but Lose In Overtime
3/27/2026
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays blowing a 7-1 lead to lose 9-7 on Opening Day in St. Louis. Junior Caminero drew 4 walks, Ben Williamson had 3 hits but Ian Seymour couldn't retire a batter with a big lead. Plus the Lightning rally from a 2-goal deficit but lose 4-3 to the Kraken in overtime.
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Duration:00:44:06