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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...

Nick Wize reacts to another Rays victory over the Yankees, debates whether Shane McClanahan's strikeout prop is worth the risk, and compares Billy Napier's coaching style to Todd Bowles. Plus, the Rays unveil potential stadium renderings in Tampa, listeners weigh in on which local restaurants belong inside the new ballpark, Nick and Producer Tim draft the 10 Buccaneers most vital to Tampa Bay's 20...

It's time for another edition of Campus Crash Course as the Big Wheel of Destiny lands on the Auburn Tigers. Nick Wize has just 60 seconds to answer Producer Tim's rapid-fire questions covering Auburn's recent history, all-time statistical leaders, strength of schedule, stadium capacity, SEC outlook, and the impact of former USF head coach Alex Golesh now leading the Tigers.

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...

A brand-new segment makes its debut on The Nick Wize Show as Producer Tim presents five bold statements about the Rays. Nick Wize decides whether each take is Fair or Foul, leading to plenty of spirited debate, strong opinions, and thought-provoking discussion about the club's biggest storylines.

Nick Wize opens the phone lines as listeners sound off on the former Tampa Bay athletes they simply can't root for anymore. From Rays and Buccaneers to Lightning legends, callers and texters share the names that went from fan favorites to fan villains after leaving Tampa.

Nick Wize and Producer Tim wrap up their spirited debate over football in bad weather before shifting to another passionate topic sparked by former Ray-turned-Yankee Jose Caballero. Nick asks a fascinating question: Which former Tampa Bay athlete was beloved while wearing the home uniform but instantly became one of the most disliked players after leaving? The answers spark plenty of nostalgia and...

Nick Wize and Producer Tim kick things off by reacting to listener texts about which Tampa restaurants deserve a spot in the Rays' potential new stadium. Then the conversation takes a sharp turn into one of their liveliest debates yet: Are snow games one of football's greatest traditions or do they ruin the quality of the game? Nick argues bad weather creates bad football, while Tim says snow make...

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...

It's time for the daily "10 Minutes of Football" as Nick Wize and Producer Tim hold a fantasy-style draft of the 10 most important Buccaneers heading into the 2026 season. The first few selections are obvious franchise cornerstones, but as the draft unfolds, the debate heats up with underrated players who could make or break Tampa Bay's playoff hopes.

The Rays unveiled renderings for a potential new stadium in Tampa, but Nick Wize isn't getting carried away. Nick explains why renderings do nothing for him until construction actually begins, compares them to watching the Food Network with an empty fridge, and then has some fun imagining what he'd love to see inside a future ballpark—from unique food options to the possibility of an on-site sport...

Nick Wize opens the show reacting to the Rays' big win over the Yankees and breaks down why he's staying away from Shane McClanahan's 5.5 strikeout prop—even with New York's lineup striking out 17 times in back-to-back games. Plus, an On3 article about Billy Napier sparks a conversation about coaching stubbornness and why Nick sees similarities between the Florida Gators head coach and Buccaneers...

The Rays are back on the right track, the World cup stunner, and crazy MLB stat that a player joined rare air!

Doug Waechter joins us to talk all things Rays baseball and the current state of the team!

The Rays are going to make some moves at the deadline but what might they be, the World Cup is drawing big time numbers, CFB playoff expansion, and O/U with Pat and Aaron!

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CFB wants to expand, the rays are firing on all cylinders, US Soccer draws big time numbers and much more!

The Rays may make a move at the deadline but who could it be, and some radio hosts in NY think they got the Rays good, but Pat and Aaron have answers!

The Rays snap their skid, Junior speaks about his legendary homerun in the DR with Jeff Passan, big time headlines, and an update on the Bucs contracts needed!

The Bucs have two big contracts waiting in the wings and also tons of top headlines including maybe the rise of soccer in the USA....?

Junior did a sit down interview with Jeff Passan and broke down his most famous hit so far!

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,...