Sports Day Tampa Bay

Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the <em>Tampa Bay Times</em> 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.<hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Bucs-Dolphins Preview & Mailbag Questions on Mayfield, Bowles, Licht, Glazers and More

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Bucs-Dolphins game as it's as close to a must-win game as you can get. A Tampa Bay win means next week's game vs. Carolina is for the NFC South title. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield, Todd Bowles, Jason Licht, the Glazers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-26
46:05

Bucs Get 2 Players Selected To Pro Bowl, The Game Plan vs. Carolina & Christmas Gifts For Teams

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs getting 2 players selected to the Pro Bowl, Tristan Wirfs and Antoine Winfield, Jr. Plus they continue to tout running the ball 30 times vs. Carolina and what would we give each local team for Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-24
48:04

What Was Bucs Game Plan vs. Carolina, Lightning Beat the Blues & Byrum Brown Transferring From USF

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on what exactly was the Buccaneers game plan on Sunday vs. the Panthers as they took the ball out of their receivers hands. Plus DK Metcalf suspended for swinging at a fan, the Lightning beat the Blues and Byrum Brown to enter transfer portal instead of returning to USF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-23
39:13

Bucs Lose 23-20 in Carolina, Rays Trade Lowe and Baz & Lightning Beat Hurricanes

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-20 loss at Carolina that puts them in 2nd place with 2 games to go, but they do control their own destiny. Baker Mayfield threw a pick that sealed the loss, the offensive line didn't play well as the Bucs ran the ball a lot to play around the defense. Plus the Rays trade Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz and others for prospects and the Lightning overcome a 3-goal deficit to beat the Hurricanes 6-4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-22
48:01

Bucs-Panthers Preview Plus Mailbag Questions on Kancey, Egbuka and the Defense

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the Panthers this weekend. The Bucs need to win 2 of the next 3 games to win the NFC South for a 5th straight season. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Calijah Kancey, Emeka Egbuka and what's wrong with the defense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-19
36:43

Mike Evans Injury and Future, Joe Maddon's Thanksmas & Bucs Mailbag Questions on Defense

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans comments about this season, his injury and what the future may hold for him. Plus Rick was at Joe Maddon's Thanksmas event with lots of local sports figures and your mailbag questions on the Bucs defense and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-18
35:54

MAILBAG: Todd Bowles Future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken and More

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Buccaneers mailbag questions on Todd Bowles future, Jason Licht, Jon Gruden, Todd Monken, rule changes and more. Plus could Andrei Vasilevskiy return to the Lightning lineup on Thursday night vs. the Kings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-17
45:38

Bucs Place McCollum on IR, Mailbag Questions On Todd Bowles & Lightning Lose to Panthers

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the mood of the Bucs as they control their own destiny to win the division. Plus they put Zyon McCollum on injured reserve, your mailbag questions on Todd Bowles and the Lightning lose to the Panthers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-16
43:06

Bucs are Back In First Place As Saints Beat Panthers & Lightning Lose in a Shootout

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being back in 1st place in the NFC South as the Saints beat the Panthers on Sunday. Any 2 wins in their last 3 games and they will be the division champs for the 5th straight season. Plus Phillip Rivers plays well, Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons lost for the season and the Lightning lose in a shootout in New York.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-15
43:02

Buccaneers Lose 29-28 To Atlanta Despite Leading By 14 With Less Than 10 Minutes To Play

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 29-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons after they lead by 14 with 10-minutes remaining. Head Coach Todd Bowles called his team out after the game and Baker Mayfield took the blame on himself. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan both returned to the lineup as their top-4 receivers all played for the first time this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-12
33:55

Bucs-Falcons Preview, Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan Activated From IR & Byrum Brown Won't Play in USF's Bowl Game

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game vs. the Atlanta Falcons tonight on Thursday Night Football. Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan have been activated from Injured Reserve and are questionable to play tonight. Plus Byrum Brown won't play in USF's Bowl Game but will instead coach, Michigan fired Head Coach Sherrone Moore plus your Buccaneers mailbag questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-11
49:23

Why The Bucs Signed Jason Pierre-Paul, Lightning Snap Losing Streak & Rays Get #2 Pick

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers motivation in signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the practice squad, when he might play and what he brings. Plus the Lightning snap their 4-game losing streak with a 6-1 win over Montreal, the Rays land the #2 draft pick and Wander Franco to get a new trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-10
43:07

Bucs Sign Jason Pierre-Paul to Practice Squad & Lightning Shutout For 2nd Straight Game

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs signing Jason Pierre-Paul to the Practice Squad for help to the pass rush, the Lightning lose their 4th straight game and the College Football Playoff is a mess. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-09
53:00

Bucs Lose 24-20 To Saints, Now Tied With Carolina in NFC South

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 24-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints that has Tampa Bay tied with Carolina atop the NFC South with 4 games to play. Baker Mayfield didn't play well, Emeka Egbuka dropped passes and Special Teams wasn't good again. Plus the Lightning have lost 3 straight games, the College Football Playoff is set without Notre Dame and the Reliaquest Bowl matchup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-08
41:36

Bucs-Saints Preview & Kucherov's Game-Tying Goal Overturned For Hand Pass

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers home game vs. the Saints as they look to pull 1-game ahead of Carolina in the division. Plus the Lightning lose after Nikita Kucherov's game-tying goal was overturned due to a hand pass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-05
40:19

USF Hires Ohio State OC Brian Hartline & Previewing New Buccaneers 10-Part Docuseries

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on USF hiring Ohio State Offensive Coordinator Brian Hartline to be their next football coach replacing Alex Golesh who left for Auburn. Plus Trent Cooper joins us to preview the 10-part Buccaneers docuseries called "Raise The Flags" that will be released next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-04
58:05

Bucs Mailbag: Todd Bowles, Josh Grizzard, Beating The Cardinals & NFL Officiating

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your Bucs mailbag questions about Head Coach Todd Bowles, Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard, beating the Cardinals and NFL Officiating. Plus the Lightning's 7-game win streak snapped in 2-1 loss at the Islanders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-03
47:39

Bucs' Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan Could Practice This Week & Golesh, Sumrall and Kiffin Introduced

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the news that Bucs Wide Receivers Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan could start practicing this week as Tampa Bay gets closer to being healthy. While the offense is getting healthier, the defense is still a concern as the cavalry isn't coming to help. Plus Alex Golesh is introduced at Auburn, Jon Sumrall at Florida. Lane Kiffin at LSU and the Lightning going for 8 straight wins tonight at the Islanders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-02
53:23

Bucs Beat Cardinals 20-17 as Bucky Irving Returns, Alex Golesh to Auburn, Jon Sumrall to Florida & Bolts Keep Winning

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 20-17 win over the Cardinals to snap their 3-game losing streak. They go Ben Bredeson and Bucky Irving back, while Chris Godwin looked more like himself in his 2nd week back. The game wasn't a masterpiece but they got the W to remain a half game ahead of Carolina who beat the Rams. Plus Alex Golesh leaves USF for Auburn, Jon Sumrall is named the Gators Head Coach while Lane Kiffin chooses LSU. Also the Lightning are hot, winning 7 straight games without their best defensemen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-01
50:19

Bucs-Cardinals Preview & Your Mailbag Questions on the Pass Rush, Josh Grizzard, Coaching Staff, Ronde Barber and More

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers game vs. the Cardinals as Tampa Bay is looking to snap a 3-game losing streak. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs pass rush, Josh Grizzard, the coaching staff, could Ronde Barber become a coach and how good are the Lightning this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-28
44:14

Frank Goicuria

great interview with Jason Licht

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