Tampa Bay Rays Podcast

 In episode 9, Neil, Andy and Chris sit down with Tampa Bay Rays team presidents Matt Silverman and Brian Auld. Together, they address frequently asked questions submitted through Historic Gas Plant District email and social media channels. If you have a question you’d like to hear answered in a future episode, send it to historicgasplant@raysbaseball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Tyler Alexander & #2 prospect Carson Williams on Countdown to Opening Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Josh Lowe & 3rd base coach Brady Williams on Countdown to Opening Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 8, Andy sits down with Arminda Mata, President & CEO at Ybor City Museum Society and the Tampa Baseball Museum at the Al Lopez House. They discuss how baseball became so popular in the area, what it means to the community and why it's so important the team is here to stay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by new Ray José Caballero to talk about joining the team & pitching coach Kyle Snyder on the 2024 rotation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Countdown to Opening Day with Chris Adams-Wall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 7, Neil is joined by Zach Allee, Principal & Senior Architect at Populous. They discuss some unique opportunities to consider when building a new ballpark, what fans can expect and how it will bring the community together - even in the off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Freed, Neil Solondz & Chris Adams-Wall are joined by Erik Neander & Kevin Cash with a surprise visit from MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 6, Neil talks to Hines Senior Managing Director Michael Harrison about the company’s history with the Rays, what expertise they bring to the project and their commitment to the advancement of the Historic Gas Plant District.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 5, Neil sits down with Everald Colas, Founding Principle of Storyn Studio for Architecture. They discuss how learning about the past is helping to inform the design of the new Historic Gas Plant District, what we all can expect to see in the area and how it will bring the community together. For more information, visit: raysbaseball.com/heretostay  Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

In episode 4, Neil unpacks the Community Benefits Package with Anddrikk Frazier, President and CEO of Best Source Consulting. They dive into the $50 million dedicated to intentional equity initiatives including affordable housing, mentorships, employment opportunities and more associated with the development of the Historic Gas Plant District.  For more information, visit: raysbaseball.com/heretos...

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Marc Topkin to discuss what to expect during Rays Spring Training, the 2024 MLB Hall of Fame Class and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 3, Neil is joined by St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth T. Welch. They discuss his strong connection to the Gas Plant Neighborhood, the important inclusions considered when reviewing proposals to develop the area and what aspects of the project he is most excited to bring to the community. For more information, visit: raysbaseball.com/heretostay  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Chris Adams-Wall, Andy Freed & Neil Solondz discuss the Rays signing Naoyuki Uwasawa to a minor league contract & the arbitration process.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 2, Neil is joined by Tim Nickens, a former journalist who serves as a communications consultant for clients including the Tampa Bay Rays. They discuss what fueled the community’s quest to pursue an MLB team in the 1980s, how the team got here and why it means so much that it’s here to stay.  For more information, visit: raysbaseball.com/heretostay  Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Chris Adams-Wall and MLB.com beat reporter Adam Berry discuss trading Luke Raley to the Mariners & Andrew Kittredge to the Cardinals.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil sits down with Ms. Gwendolyn Reese, President of the African American Heritage Association of St. Petersburg, to discuss the history of the Gas Plant Neighborhood and its importance regarding the development of the Historic Gas Plant District.   For more information, visit: raysbaseball.com/heretostay  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tampa Bay Rays are here to stay! Explore how we got here and what the future holds for the team, the city of St. Petersburg, and the Tampa Bay area as a whole. For more information go to raysbaseball.com/heretostay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall, Andy Freed, & Neil Solondz discuss the Glasnow/Margot trade with the Dodgers. Will there be any airing of grievances?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays VPs of Baseball Operations Will Cousins & Carlos Rodriguez along with Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Kevin Cash, Adam Berry, Chanda Lawdermilk & Kevin Ibach to chat all things Rays and Winter Meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays President of Baseball Operations Erik Neander & East Coast Scout of the Year Bobby Heck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall hears from AL Silver Slugger Yandy Diaz & is joined by new first base coach Michael Johns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times to review the World Series, discuss the Rays off-season so far & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Andy Freed & Neil Solondz to preview the World Series & Rays GM Peter Bendix to discuss coaching changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices