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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.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Rick and Tom on Baker Mayfield, Jayden Daniels' Injury & James Franklin's Firing at Penn State 04.11.2025

Rick Stroud is joined by his former radio partner, Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute as they discuss Baker Mayfield on the ManningCast, Jayden Daniels injury and it's relation to Jameis Winston getting hurt nearly a decade ago, James Franklin firing at Penn State and weddings for a Girl Dad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bucs' Jalen McMillan Fractured His Neck, Lightning Win 5th Straight & What a World Series 03.11.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on news that Bucs WR Jalen McMillan fractured his neck in the preseason and if Jason Licht should look at trading for a receiver before Tuesday's trade deadline. Plus the Carolina Panthers win in Green Bay and are just 1.5 games behind the Bucs. Plus the World Series was incredible, the Lightning win their 5th straight game, Florida hung with Georgia, Florida State f...

MAILBAG: Bucs Trade Deadline, Midseason Evaluation, Mike Evans, Lavonte David & Raymond James Stadium 31.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions on the Bucs trade deadline approaching, which players have impressed and disappointed at the halfway point of the season, could Mike Evans retire after his season, replacing Lavonte David, NFL officiating, Raymond James Stadium and has the Lightning's Stanley Cup window passed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MAILBAG: Bucs Bye Week, Trade Deadline, Offensive Struggles & Todd Bowles 30.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about the Bucs bye week, the trade deadline, what to read into the loss to Detroit, why the offense is struggling recently, Todd Bowles and the Bucs practice routine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lightning Win 3rd Straight Game & What a Wild World Series 29.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Lightning's 3rd straight win as they beat Nashville 5-2. Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel score, as does Zemgus Girgensons and Charle-Édouard D’Astous. Plus what a great World Series as the Dodgers and Blue Jays are tied at 2 games a piece. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Should The Bucs Do At Next Week's Trade Deadline 28.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on why the Buccaneers should look to make moves at next week's trade deadline despite Jason Licht's reluctance to trade draft picks in the past. Plus the Lightning place Mitchell Chaffee on waivers as Dominic James continues to impress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bucs Beat The Saints 23-3 as Anthony Nelson Steals the Show, Lightning Win Twice & USF Loses at Memphis 27.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 23-3 win over the Saints as Anthony Nelson has a career day with a sack, forced fumble and pick-6 to help the struggling offense that had trouble running the ball and are without a lot of weapons. Plus the Lightning win a pair of games over the weekend, USF loses at Memphis which leaves them without any margin for error to make the College Football...

Bucs-Saints Preview, Should Jason Licht Trade for Edge Rusher & Is Vita Vea a Hall of Famer 24.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Saints game this weekend as Bucky Irving, Chris Godwin and Haason Reddick will all miss the game. Plus we answer your mailbag questions on Vita Vea, Bucs injuries, replay review, should Jason Licht trade for an edge rusher and Rays trades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bucs' Mike Evans Elects To Have Surgery and Baker Mayfield Hates The Saints 23.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Bucs WR Mike Evans electing to have surgery for a fractured clavicle which means he might be able to return before the end of the regular season. Plus Baker Mayfield dislike for the Saints 'not clean' play, Chris Godwin, Haason Reddick and Bucky Irving to miss this week's game. Also the Lightning are back home tonight and need wins and USF with a big game at Memp...

Will Mike Evans Play Again This Season & Bucs OC Josh Grizzards Struggles Against Detroit 22.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers injuries mounting. Will Mike Evans play again this season after fracturing his clavicle on Monday night, how long will Haason Reddick be out too. Plus Offensive Coordinator Josh Grizzard struggled against the Lions as the Bucs only ran the ball 12 times.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buccaneers Lose 24-9 To Detroit, Mike Evans To Miss Most of the Season with Broken Clavicle 21.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 24-9 loss to the Detroit Lions as they lose Mike Evans for most of the season due to a broken clavicle and a concussion. Baker Mayfield never looked comfortable, Haason Reddick left injured and Jahmyr Gibbs was unstoppable. Plus more info on Doug Martin's death and the Blue Jays are going to the World Series for the first time since 1993. Hosted on...

Bucs-Lions on MNF Tonight, Doug Martin Dies at 36 & Billy Napier Fired at Florida 20.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers Monday Night Football game in Detroit tonight as both Mike Evans and Emeka Egbuka could play against a beat up Lions secondary. Plus former Bucs running back Doug Martin dies at age 36, Billy Napier is out at Florida, so who should Scott Strickland target, is Mike Norvell next at Florida State after they lose at Stanford, Miami loses, USF wins, the...

Mike Evans Returns To Bucs Practice & Mailbag Questions On Chris Godwin and Sean Tucker 17.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Mike Evans return to Bucs practice with a chance to play on Monday night in Detroit. Plus we start to preview the Lions game that with a win, would cement the Bucs as the class of the NFC. We look at the College Football games this weekend and answer your mailbag questions about Chris Godwin and Sean Tucker on kickoff returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Bucs' Jamel Dean Wins Defensive Player Of The Week & Should They Trade For Edge Rusher 16.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Bucs' Jamel Dean winning the NFC Defensive Player of the Week after his performance against the 49ers on Sunday. Plus the Bucs get back to practice today to face the Lions on Monday night, should the Bucs be active at the trade deadline and the Lightning trade a goalie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baker Mayfield Next Contract With Bucs, Todd Bowles Franchise Ranks & Lightning Lose In OT 15.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning's 3-2 overtime loss in Washington and your mailbag questions on Baker Mayfield's next contract, Emeka Egbuka's nickname, Todd Bowles's place in Bucs coaching history and should Jason Licht trade for an edge rusher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buccaneers Waiting On Injury Updates & Lightning Win First Game of the Season 14.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick with an update on some Buccaneers injuries, especially Emeka Egbuka who is going for further testing today but should miss some time. Mike Evans could return on Monday night against the Lions in a week but that isn't certain. Plus the Bucs are one of only 3 teams in NFL with one blemish on their record and the only one in the NFC and the Lightning win their first gam...

Baker Mayfield Leads Bucs to 30-19 Win Over 49ers, Egbuka Leaves With Hamstring Injury & Lightning Start 0-2 13.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 30-19 win over the San Francisco 49ers to propel them to the top spot in the NFC through 6 weeks. Baker Mayfield continues to lead the team despite missing his now top 4 receivers as Emeka Egbuka left with a hamstring injury. The defense got 6 sacks and 2 interceptions in their best performance of the season. Plus the Lightning start 0-2 and forgot...

Bucs-49ers Preview & Lightning Drop Season Opener 10.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Lightning opening night loss despite leading the game 3-1 after 1 period. Plus a preview of the Buccaneers-49ers game which could impact who is the best team in the NFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lightning Season Preview - Power Play Changes, Vasy's Health, How They Get Past The Panthers 09.10.2025

Rick Stroud is joined by Tampa Bay Times Lightning Beat Writer Ed Encina to preview the Tampa Bay Lightning's season that begins tonight at Benchmark International Arena. How healthy is Andrei Vasilevskiy, what changes will they make on the power play, most of the team returns so what does that say and how do they get past the Florida Panthers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Rays New Owners Layout Stadium Wishes & Former Bucs OC Liam Coen's Hot Start in Jacksonville 08.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays new ownership and their plans for a new stadium and the direction of the franchise after they held a press conference on Tuesday. Their goal is to be in a new stadium by Opening Day 2029 which is ambitious. So where will the stadium go and who will pay for it. Plus former Bucs' OC Liam Coen is off to a great start in Jacksonville. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Is Bucs' Baker Mayfield an MVP Candidate, Tristan Wirfs Was Great Sunday & Egbuka's Rookie Campaign 07.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Baker Mayfield's season that see him in the MVP conversation through 5 games as he has a 4-1 record with 10 TD passes and 1 INT. He's done all this with a beat up offensive line and he's been without Mike Evans, Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving for some games. Plus Tristan Wirfs was really good on Sunday as was Emeka Egbuka. Then finally the Lightning are issued susp...

Buccaneers Beat Seahawks With Last Second Field Goal To Go 4-1 On Season 06.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers 38-35 last second win over the Seahawks to become the first team in NFL history to win 4 games by 3 points or less in their first 5 games. Emeka Egbuka had a huge day as did Baker Mayfield who completed over 85% of his passes. The defense struggled but won the turnover battle including a late pick by Lavonte David to set up the game-winning field go...

Bucs-Seahawks Preview, Lightning-Panthers Fight & Big College Football Weekend Ahead 03.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick preview the Buccaneers-Seahawks game as it looks like Bucky Irving may miss the game but several Bucs players did return to practice on Thursday. Plus the Lightning and Panthers brawled multiple times in their preseason game and a big weekend for College Football in the state with Texas at Florida and Miami at Florida State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Bucs' Injured List Is Getting Long, RB Coach Skip Peete Needs Medical Attention & Egbuka's Alternate Career 02.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers growing list of injuries as they couldn't hold a full practice on Wednesday because of it. Plus Running Backs Coach Skip Peete required medical attention at practice, Emeka Egbuka could have played baseball, the Rays sale is completed, so where will the stadium be built, some big College Football games this weekend and we are 1 week away from Lightn...

MAILBAG: Baker Mayfield, Bucs Linebackers, Injuries, Rays Needs & USF's CFP Chances 01.10.2025

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick answer your mailbag questions about Baker Mayfield, the Bucs inside linebackers, injuries, Rays needs for next season, the catching position and USF's College Football Playoff chances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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