The Drive w/TKras

Evan Longoria joins *The Drive with TKras* for a special conversation about his incredible legacy with the Tampa Bay Rays. As the franchise celebrates **Longoria Legacy Weekend**, Longo reflects on his time in Tampa Bay, the moments that defined his career, and what he is most proud of from his years wearing the Rays uniform. Longoria opens up about the impact he hopes he left on the organization,...

Super Bowl-winning head coach Jon Gruden joins *The Drive with TKras* for an in-depth conversation about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as training camp approaches. Gruden shares his thoughts on quarterback Baker Mayfield, explains why he believes the Bucs are in great hands under general manager Jason Licht, and discusses what makes Vita Vea one of the NFL's most disruptive defensive players. Plus, Gru...

Big news could have major implications around the NFL. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras reacts to the latest developments involving Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold after testimony revealed that the Colts, Jets, Seahawks, and Texans have all inquired about him, with Arnold also reportedly visiting and working out for Houston. The legal proceedings also produced another notable updat...

TKras gets the Tampa Bay Rays lineup ahead of tonight's game vs. Seattle Mariners!

Tampa Bay Rays President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander joins *The Drive with TKras* to discuss one of the biggest weekends of the season at Tropicana Field. Neander reflects on Evan Longoria's lasting impact on the franchise ahead of **Longoria Legacy Weekend**, what the celebration means to the organization, and why Longo's influence continues to shape the Rays today. Plus, with the MLB Tra...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are investing in their pass rush, and some of their top edge rushers are learning from one of the NFL's best. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras provides the latest update from Von Miller's annual Sack Summit, where several Buccaneers defenders are sharpening their technique alongside elite pass rushers from around the league. What can Tampa Bay's defense gai...

The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Tampa Bay Rays have a chance to make a move that could define their season. On this episode of *The Drive with TKras*, TKras breaks down the players Tampa Bay should target before the deadline, which positions need the biggest upgrade, and which trade candidates make the most sense for a postseason push. Can the Rays land the missing piece to make a l...

It’s a **Feel Good Friday** on *The Drive with TKras*! ⚾ TKras dives into everything surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches, breaking down the latest rumors, potential moves, and what they could mean for the club. Plus, it's **Longoria Legacy Weekend** at Tropicana Field as the Rays celebrate franchise icon Evan Longoria, and there's plenty of excitement surrounding t...

Here are five title options and a podcast description: **Title Options:** 1. **TKras Tells It Like It Is After Rays' Embarrassing Loss to the Yankees** 2. **The Drive with TKras: Rays Get Humiliated at the Trop by the Yankees** 3. **No Sugarcoating It: TKras Reacts to the Rays' Ugly Loss** 4. **TKras Sounds Off on the Rays' Disastrous Day Against New York** 5. **The Drive with TKras: Brutal Realit...

It's time for another edition of **Would You Rather** with TKras and Chris Mathis on *The Drive*! This episode features some of the toughest Tampa Bay sports questions yet. Would you rather Yandy Díaz skip the All-Star Game to get some much-needed rest or represent the Rays on baseball's biggest stage? Would you rather see Drew Rasmussen win the American League Cy Young Award or Junior Caminero ca...

Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times joins TKras to discuss the surging Tampa Bay Rays and their place atop the AL East. How have the Rays put themselves in position to lead one of baseball's toughest divisions, and can they stay there? TKras and Topkin break down the team's recent success, the biggest contributors, key storylines to watch, and what lies ahead as the playoff race begins to heat up....

The latest on the Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield's contract negotiations has TKras asking an important question: should fans be concerned? Reports suggest there's a gap between the two sides, but what does it really mean? Is this just part of the negotiating process, or could it become a bigger issue as training camp approaches? TKras breaks down the latest developments, what could be causing the h...

TKras turned to Rays fans for advice, expecting plenty of opinions—but one caller had a very clear message: don't do it. Why was this fan so passionate about saying no? In this episode, TKras shares the conversation, reacts to the feedback from the Rays faithful, and invites you to weigh in. Do you agree with the caller, or would you give TKras different advice? Join the discussion and be part of...

The Rays picked up a big win over the Yankees at Tropicana Field, and it was enough for TKras to admit something good about this team. In this episode, he reacts to the victory, highlights the biggest moments from the game, and explains what stood out most in the Rays' performance. From key contributors to what this win could mean moving forward, TKras shares his biggest takeaways after Tampa Bay...

Chris Mathis puts TKras to the test in another spirited edition of **Fill in the Blank**, tackling some of the biggest storylines in sports. What held Team USA back during its World Cup run, and what letter grade does the tournament performance deserve? Now that the Americans have been eliminated, is the World Cup still must-watch TV? The conversation then shifts to the Tampa Bay Rays as TKras eva...

Rays infielder Taylor Walls joins The Drive with TKras to break down the series against the Yankees and what Tampa Bay needs to do to bounce back in Game 2. Walls discusses the adjustments the Rays must make, the mindset inside the clubhouse after a tough loss, and what's fueled the team's success this season. Plus, he shares how the Rays plan to stay atop the AL East, what it takes to compete ove...

TKras isn't letting this one slide. After a pair of WFAN hosts laughed at the Rays' lineup, he sets the record straight and defends both Tampa Bay and the organization that continues to outperform expectations. Why do the Rays keep getting overlooked despite their success, and why does the national perception never seem to match the results on the field? TKras shares his reaction to the comments,...

Thirty years ago, professional wrestling changed forever. On July 7, 1996, Hulk Hogan stunned fans by turning heel and joining Scott Hall and Kevin Nash to form the New World Order (NWO), creating one of the most iconic moments in wrestling history. TKras looks back at the shocking reveal, why it transformed the wrestling industry, ignited the Monday Night Wars, and remains one of the most influen...

It's time for another edition of **Take It or Leave It** on *The Drive with TKras* as Chris Mathis joins the show to debate the biggest stories in sports. Is the U.S. Men's National Team's recent run a sign of bigger things to come? Are the Tampa Bay Rays legitimate American League contenders, and is there any reason to worry about Yandy Díaz? Plus, if the Rays add the right bat and arm at the tra...

The Rays fell short to the Yankees in Game 1 of the series, but what were the biggest takeaways from the loss? TKras breaks down what stood out from Tampa Bay's performance, where things went wrong, and whether there are reasons for optimism despite the result. Plus, with Round 2 set for tonight, what adjustments do the Rays need to make to bounce back? Get a full preview of Game 2 and what to exp...

The Rays and Yankees renew one of baseball's biggest rivalries, and The Drive with TKras gets you ready for a pivotal AL East showdown. TKras previews the series, breaks down the biggest matchups, and explains what's at stake as Tampa Bay looks to stay atop the division. Plus, why one Rays star's prolonged slump has become a growing concern, the latest trade deadline rumors—including why catcher h...

TKras and Chris Mathis are back with another edition of The Good, The Bad & Ugly, breaking down everything that made headlines over the holiday weekend. From Fourth of July celebrations to the latest on Team USA, the Tampa Bay Rays, and the biggest stories across the sports world, the guys cover the highs, the lows, and the moments that had everyone talking. Plus, they dive into some of the most i...

The New York Yankees are in town, and it's one of the biggest series of the season for the Tampa Bay Rays. TKras is joined by WTSP's Evan Closky to break down the latest around the Rays, including the disappointing news surrounding reliever Edwin Uceta and what it means for Tampa Bay's bullpen. The guys also preview the pivotal series against the Yankees, discuss the key matchups to watch, and deb...

The latest Team USA World Cup controversy has everyone debating one question: did officials get the red card decision right? On this episode of **The Drive with TKras**, TKras breaks down the controversial play, the decision to overturn the red card, and whether the officials made the correct call. Was justice served, or did Team USA catch a major break? Plus, TKras looks at what the ruling means...

Every roster move is made with a purpose, but sometimes the fit just doesn't work out. On this episode of **The Drive with TKras**, TKras explains why he's ready for the Tampa Bay Rays to move on from one player whose role on the roster simply hasn't produced the expected results. Is it time for the Rays to make a change, or is there still hope things can turn around? TKras breaks down the perform...