Tom Jones & Rick Stroud Podcast

Marc Topkin 5-24

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:21:22 -0400

Rays against the no-name Yankees.

Dave Wills 5-24

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:53:14 -0400

Enjoying his day off.

Sebastian Bourdais 5-24

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:42:54 -0400

He'll be in the Indy 500.

Jenn Brown 5-23

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:46:33 -0400

Host of the 3rd Annual Sneaker Soiree

Pat Williams 5-23

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:32:14 -0400

Former Orlando Magic GM. Author: "How To Be Like Jackie Robinson".

Marc Topkin 5-23

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:47:18 -0400

The Rays' bullpen continues to struggle. Jose Bautista had a heck of a game in the rubbermatch.

Jay Jaffe 5-22

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:39:24 -0400

Writes baseball for Sports Illustrated and Baseball Prospectus.

Marc Topkin 5-22

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:37:59 -0400

Day 2 in Toronto was much more enjoyable. Plus, Joe Maddon reverses field on a couple of strong opinions.

Hulk Hogan 5-22

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:32:54 -0400

Pumped about Thursday night's event he's running... TNA Impact Wrestling at the Sun Dome.

Rob Higgins 5-22

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:25:46 -0400

The Executive Director of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission... when are we going to get another Super Bowl?

Marc Topkin 5-21

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:05:48 -0400

Odorizzi, Lueke... loss.

Jeff Blair 5-21

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:52:50 -0400

He hosts a show in Toronto (590 AM) and has some pretty hilarious takes on the Yunel Escobar showboating.

Schiano-Freeman debate 5-21

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:08:33 -0400

These Schiano comments... are they helping or making these terrible? The guys really got into it Tuesday morning

Marc Topkin 5-20

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:14:44 -0400

Explaining what exactly is Victoria Day.. and more.

Sekou Smith 5-20

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:07:15 -0400

NBA.com writer takes a look at the conference finals.

Marc Topkin 5-17

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:01:41 -0400

Already in Baltimore early Friday.

Rob Higgins 5-17

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:49:54 -0400

He's the head of the Tampa Bay Sports Commission, which is hosting its annual Sneaker Soiree next week.

JOSH FREEMAN 5-17

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:53:41 -0400

He's got a QB camp coming up but we also talk about the offseason and his relationship with Greg Schiano.

Marc Topkin 5-16

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:12:55 -0400

What's up with David Price, and who'll take his spot in the rotation?

Sean McAdam 5-16

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:37:24 -0400

For the other team's point of view... He covers the Red Sox for Comcast Sports Net.

Steve Bortstein 5-16

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:23:09 -0400

Host of "The Fast Track" on FOX Sports Radio breaks down the Preakness for us.

Marc Topkin 5-15

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:56:41 -0400

He broke the news about what may be wrong with David Price.

Cal Ripken 5-15 Part 2

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:42:23 -0400

We get into the reason Cal's in town, to promote vision health for youth. Head to transitions.com for more.

Cal Ripken 5-15 Part 1

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:21:44 -0400

Discussing Joe Maddon's methods and much more on the Rays.

Steve Aschburner 5-15

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:08:45 -0400

He writes for nba.com and is a former co-worker of Tom's!

Topkin 5-14

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:23:33 -0400

James Loney's success was delved into by Marc in today's Times.

Marc Topkin 5-13

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:53:28 -0400

All of a sudden the Rays are red-hot and hosting an all-of-a-sudden cold Boston.

Jason Sobel 5-13

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:50:01 -0400

He's a senior writer for Golf Channel and was riveted to the Tiger-Sergio drama.

Kevin Harlan 5-10-13

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:04:49 -0400

Marc Topkin 5-10-13

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:50:18 -0400

Marc Topkin discusses the Rays with Rick and Tom

Ed Olyczk 5-9

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:58:40 -0400

NBC Sports Network NHL analyst.

Derrick Brooks 5-9

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:19:21 -0400

This guy knows a little bit about Ronde Barber.

Marc Topkin 5-8

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:33:17 -0400

What a sad night at the Trop, from multiple fronts.

Henry Abbott 5-8

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:24:33 -0400

ESPN.com blogger "True Hoop" gives us the latest on the conference semifinals.

Dirk Hayhurst 5-8

Wed, 08 May 2013 08:27:54 -0400

WOW. The former Rays pitcher, now a broadcaster and writer in Toronto for the Jays, with some incredible statements about how MLB pitchers pretty much all doctor the baseball. We also discuss the Happ injury.

Marc Topkin 5-7

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:12:17 -0400

Oh, boy. Tough one to recap.

Adam Proteau 5-7

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:07:38 -0400

Hockey News contributor and longtime colleague of Tom's... also, a Jays fan.

Dave Wills 5-7

Tue, 07 May 2013 08:10:54 -0400

Not the best night for the Rays, Dave says the "30-minute rule" for forgetting a loss had to be abridged.

Marc Topkin 5-6

Mon, 06 May 2013 10:08:40 -0400

Hanging back a day in Denver so he'll miss the Monday night game... but still the best knowledge you'll get on the Rays.

Eric Reid 5-6

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:06:43 -0400

Radio voice of the Miami Heat. Any chance at all they don't cruise into the Finals??

Marc Topkin weather report!

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:54:20 -0400

Do the Rays have a chance at getting snow again?

Andrew Beyer 5-3

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:37:20 -0400

Daily Racing Form/Washington Post authority, the guy to have on the day before the Derby! Doesn't sound like he's picking any favorite.

Marc Topkin 5-2

Thu, 02 May 2013 09:18:59 -0400

What a bummer of a 9-8 loss Tuesday night.

Andy Freed 5-2

Thu, 02 May 2013 08:55:10 -0400

What's going on with the Rays? It's not good. And apparently neither are the odds of the Rays and Royals playing Wednesday due to weather.

Marc Topkin 5-1

Wed, 01 May 2013 09:04:12 -0400

He took part in the interesting day and night in KC.

Jerry Crasnick 5-1

Wed, 01 May 2013 08:47:32 -0400

ESPN MLB columnist with some national perceptions of the Rays.

Marc Topkin 4-30

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:13:27 -0400

More upshot from the Price-Hallion incident... and guess who's finally ready to play tonight?

Sekou Smith 4-30

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 08:57:25 -0400

Columnist for NBA.com.

Neil Solondz 4-30

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:53:04 -0400

Pre/postgame host.

Marc Topkin 4-29

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:52:24 -0400

Interviewed Umpire Tom Hallion after Rays win yesterday.

Anthony Becht 4-29

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:47:54 -0400

Member of the Buccaneers Radio Network. Breaks down the draft.

Marc Topkin 4-26

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:14:24 -0400

Had an Interesting Story on the Evan Longria and James Shields spat.

Dan Pompei 4-26

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:06:38 -0400

NFL Columist- Chicago Tribune. Broke Down the NFL Draft.

Kevin Weidl 4-25

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 09:02:58 -0400

ESPN Draft expert on what may break down Thursday night, including whether the Bucs are likely to make a pick.

Marc Topkin 4-25

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:39:09 -0400

Are Joe Maddon's animal antics wearing thing?

Dave Andreychuk 4-25

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:35:57 -0400

Our last weekly check-in of the season (sad) but surely we'll talk to Dave again during the playoffs.

Marc Topkin 4-24

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:17:21 -0400

What's wrong with David Price? Check out what Marc Topkin's thinks about the matter.

Andrew Brandt

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:13:49 -0400

NFL business analyst Andrew Brandt shares some of the financial aspects of the NFL.

Tony Dungy 4-24

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:33:51 -0400

Loved the Revis move for Tampa Bay. Also comments on the possibilities of he and some of his former Bucs players making the Hall of Fame.

Ken Davidoff 4-23

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:10:33 -0400

What are the chances A-rod and Jeter get penciled in the lineup together in 2013? Check out what Ken Davidoff, baseball columnist from the New York Post had to say.

Marc Topkin 4-23

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:06:19 -0400

Luke Scott is starting his rehab assignment and is on the verge of joining the Tampa Bay Rays.

Shelton Quarles 4-23 in studio

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:28:38 -0400

Joining us in studio to talk about a great Celebrity Waiter event and of course, the big day in Bucs land. Shelton is the Director of Pro Scouting.

Marc Topkin 4-22

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:22:45 -0400

Things are looking up for the Rays, since their sweep over Oakland.

Jason Cole 4-22

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:18:26 -0400

Yahoo football Analist. One of many analist in town. Because of the Bucs big weeked

Marc Topkin 4-19

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:48:55 -0400

Lets us know what it was like in person to see a 2-7 road trip.

Adam Caplan 4-19

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:43:17 -0400

National NFL Reporter is fired up for the Draft.

Neil Solondz 4-19

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:38:54 -0400

Phew. A 2-7 road trip.

Marc Topkin 4-18

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:21:46 -0400

Topkin talks about upcoming promotions and announces what Rays player will be featured as the new bobble head.

Russ Lande 4-18

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:13:31 -0400

Scouting Director from NationalFootballPost.com joins the Sports Page providing some possible players the Bucs might select with the 13th pick in the draft.

Dave Andreychuk 4-18

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:08:09 -0400

A player who didn't miss the playoffs too often, Andreychuk breaks down the difficulty of playing through the season knowing the playoffs are out of the picture.

Anthony Becht 4-17

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:44:46 -0400

The man knows his NFL Draft as you'll readily hear. Also has a youth football camp coming up in June at Land O' Lakes High.

Charley Casserly 4-17

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:32:46 -0400

The NFL Network analyst, as a former GM, is a good guy to ask about trading for Revis. Also has some good Draft insight.

Topkin describes scene in Boston

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:32:23 -0400

He was there with the Rays, who managed to get around the Boston situation OK on Monday.

Bob Glauber 4-16

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:09:28 -0400

NFL Columnist Bob Glauber, from New York's Newsday, talks about the chances Derrelle Revis ends up in a Bucs uniform.

Jaime Dukes 4-16

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:05:35 -0400

See why NFL Network Analyst Jaime Dukes wouldn't touch Derrelle Revis.

Marc Topkin 4-15

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:21:46 -0400

Will the Rays make any moves like Will Meyers/ Chris Archer.

Trey Wingo 4-15

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:50:22 -0400

NFL Host on ESPN thinks the Bucs should try and get Revis but at the right cost.

Dan Shaughnessy 4-15

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:43:33 -0400

Boston Globe columnist wrote a book "Francona" which Rays fans will probably want to check out, as that ALCS series is prominently talked about as is the last game of the 2011 season.

Marc Topkin 4-12

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:34:47 -0400

Talks about the bad weather in Boston. Also more infomation on Wil Meyers.

Dave Wills 4-12

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:17:57 -0400

He is checking in from freezing Boston. and reliving the monday night controversy.

Jayson Stark 4-11

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:11:03 -0400

Is it time for more instant replay in baseball? Is it too early to be concerned with the Rays offense? Check out Jayson Stark on the Sports Page.

Mike Lange 4-11

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:45:05 -0400

Legendary Penguins play-by-play man.

Dave Andreychuk 4-11

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 08:13:26 -0400

He's just as fired up for the Masters as he is the Lightning game Thursday.

Marc Topkin 4-11

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:57:31 -0400

Much-needed win for the Rays, who are off Thursday before starting a series at Fenway. We catch up to Marc before he boards the plane.

Marty St. Louis 4-10

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:26:56 -0400

At 37 years old, Marty St. Louis is still performing at a high level for the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Dick Vitale 4-10

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:24:22 -0400

Get a total break down of the NCAA Tournament from Dicky V on the Sports Page

Rich Lerner 4-10

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:22:01 -0400

Rich Lerner, Golf Channel Anchor/reporter, joins the Sports Page live from Augusta.

Marc Topkin 4-10

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:19:19 -0400

Concerned about the Rays? Listen to Mark Topkin as he breaks down the offense.

Tom Grieve 4-10

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:16:34 -0400

Texas Rangers Television Analyst Tom Grieve gives a national perspective on the Rays.

Marc Topkin 4-9

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:14:40 -0400

Was umpire Marty Foster's strike 3 call one of the worst you've ever seen? Get Marc Topkin's take on the situation.

Dan Shonka 4-9

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:08:42 -0400

What will the Bucs do in the draft? Check out what Dan Shonka, National Scout for ourlads.com, had to say on the Sports Page.

Marc Topkin 4-8

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:40:40 -0400

Looks like bad news for Jeff Niemann. And how is Luke Scott coming along.

Rob Higgins 4-8

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:33:50 -0400

Tampa Bay Sports Commission Executive Director. Talks about a couple of exciting events coming to the Tampa Bay Area.

Damian Cristodero 4-8

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 09:23:54 -0400

Lightning Beat Reporter: is the Lightning playoff chance done?

Al Golden 4-5

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:05:30 -0400

Al Golden joins the guys to talk Miami football and college sports

Marc Topkin 4-4

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:13:58 -0400

How did James Shields react to Longoria's comments? Check out Marc Topkin on the Sports Page.

Dave Andreychuck 4-4

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:09:37 -0400

Former Lightning captain Dave Andreychuck joins the show sharing his thoughts on the Lightning trade

Marc Topkin 4-3

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:06:28 -0400

Marc Topkin paints a clear picture of the Rays lineup against left handed pitching.

Marc Topkin 4-2

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:29:13 -0400

It's opening day! Mark Topkin shares his expectations for the 2013 Tampa Bay Rays with the boys on the Sports Page.

John Feinstein 4-2

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:20:28 -0400

Man of many talents talks opening day, final four, and Tiger with Tom Jones and Rick Stroud

Neil Solondz 4-2

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:33:58 -0400

Rays' pre and post-game host gives us his 3 Keys to the Rays winning the East.

Marc Topkin 4-1

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 09:04:15 -0400

Hey, we'll actually have a game for him to talk about in a couple of days. We talk about the Luke Scott injury and various other roster questions.

Chris Harry 4-1

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:52:11 -0400

Covers the Gators for GatorZone and got the inside scoop from Billy Donovan after Sunday's lopsided loss to Michigan.

Marc Topkin 3-29

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:13:19 -0400

Last report before the games start counting. (Thank goodness)

Dave Andreychuk 3-28

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:42:48 -0400

We get his thoughts on the coaching change. Dave appears each Thursday courtesy Florida Medical Clinic.

Matt Silverman 3-28

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:30:39 -0400

Team President says though training camp went long, there's still plenty of excitement -- and surprises in store -- for the Opener.

Marc Topkin 3-28

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:56:16 -0400

Interesting observations on not only who will be the No. 5 starter, but how far up in the rotation he'll get that first go.

Joe Maddon 3-27

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:59:11 -0400

Not a bad couple of guests back-to-back... the skipper fills us in on all of the team's key issues.

Jon Cooper 3-27

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:43:46 -0400

Sounds like a pretty cool guy! You'll want to hear his thoughts after meeting with his team Tuesday night.

Marc Topkin 3-27

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:37:46 -0400

He was a little grumpy after learning his normal 2nd call-in would be bumped due to some Maddon guy, Marc pulled it together.

Marc Topkin 3-26

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:13:56 -0400

Itching for some baseball? Check out Marc Topkin's daily report!

Mike Decourcy 3-26

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 08:35:53 -0400

Sporting News college basketball columnist tells us who he thinks is the best team left... in the state of Florida.

Marc Topkin 3-25

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:55:11 -0400

A savvy veteran move, Marc actually gets to do this one from home in St. Pete! Rays play Monday night. We recap the weekend.

Andrea Kremer 3-25

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:45:20 -0400

LOTS of info on Darrelle Revis' health. She's also co-hosting an interesting show Monday at 8 p.m. on NFL Network.

Marc Topkin 3-22

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:01:43 -0400

Seen new movie for Jackie Robinson, listen to what Mr. Topkin opinion on the movie.

Will Power 3-22

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:36:44 -0400

Loves racing in St. Pete. Remember the Grand Prix goes on this weekend.

Dave Wills 3-22

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:33:48 -0400

Talking Rays, and watering holes, with the radio voice of the team.

Brad Johnson 3-22

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 07:43:54 -0400

Knows a little bit about QBs.

Marc Topkin 3-21

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:14:05 -0400

We combine his 2 reports for you here every day. Plenty of news despite no game.

Rick's last call from Arizona 3-21

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:12:14 -0400

It was a productive week! Mr. Stroud re-joins us in studio on Friday.

Dave Andreychuk 3-21

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:04:07 -0400

He explains the possible reasons for Wednesday's big Lightning letdown. Dave joins us every Thursday, presented by Florida Medical Clinic.

Tony Kanaan 3-21

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:38:13 -0400

One of the favorites to win this weekend's St. Pete Grand Prix.

Marc Topkin 3-20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:13:59 -0400

Check out Marc Topkin's daily report on The Sports Page

Rick Stroud 3-20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:06:48 -0400

Rick Stroud joins the show Live from the NFL owner's meetings.

Derrick Brooks 3-20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:01:26 -0400

The great Derrick Brooks drops by the studio talking storm and Bucs football.

Jeff Blair 3-20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:24:11 -0400

Excellent insight and preview on the Jays from Toronto Globe and Mail writer/radio host.

Mike McConathy 3-20

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:09:27 -0400

Gator fans here's your opposing head coach!! Humble but confident.

Marc Topkin 3-19

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:27:35 -0400

For a Rays Spring Training update, check out Marc Topkin on the Sports Page

Rick calls in from Phoenix 3-19

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:43:16 -0400

After talking to Mark Dominik Monday in Phoenix, Rick Stroud has plenty of scoop to share.

Paul Bessire (Bracketology) 3-19

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:08:37 -0400

His Prediction Machine has picked 7 of the last 9 national champions. So you'll want to hear not only that pick, but which THREE 11 seeds are favored, and which Florida team his headed to the Final 4!

Marc Topkin 3-18

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:17:35 -0400

Talks About Desmond Jennings and his big role on the rays this year.

Kevin Streelman 3-18

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:07:18 -0400

Mr. Streelman talk about the Beautiful Tampa Bay Golf Championship. Also how his career has brought him winning the TBC this past weekend.

Rick Stroud 3-18

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:54:29 -0400

Called in from The NFL owers Meeting.. Listen to what the BUC's might do.

Marc Topkin 3-15

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:58:04 -0400

is this the day Wil Myers hits Durham?

Jerry Palm 3-15

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:48:10 -0400

This man knows how to pick the field when it comes to the NCAA tournament. Check him out @jppalmCBS.

Dick Vitale 3-15

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:11:23 -0400

Of course he's pumped for the NCAA tournament but he also talks about his visit to see the Rays play Thursday.

Marc Topkin 3-14

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:15:26 -0400

How is Matt Joyce, Sean Rodriguez, and other Rays players fairing this spring? Listen to Marc Topkin's daily report.

Marc Topkin 3-13

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:39:37 -0400

Get your Rays fix from Marc Topkin as he joins the Sports Page

Dan Dakich 3-13

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:34:07 -0400

ESPN NCAA Basketball Analyst joins the show talking March Madness. Who will get the number 1 seeds?

Marc Topkin 3-12

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:19:51 -0400

What kind of production will we see from Luke Scott? Check out Marc Topkin's daily report.

Scott Stallings 3-12

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:14:19 -0400

PGA Tour Golfer, Scott Stallings, joins Tom and Rick on the Sports Page.

Marc Topkin 3-11

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:32:12 -0400

Listen to Marc talking about Stuart Sternberg comments on David Price.

Jimmy Roberts 3-11

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:26:27 -0400

Talks about Tiger's big win and the PGA comes to Tampa this weekend.

Marc Topkin 3-8

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:40:50 -0500

Talks about a good outing for starting pitchers Alex Cobb and Chris Archer.

Jim Callis 3-8

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:41:33 -0500

He has the Rays making the World Series -- in 2016. Listen here for an explanation.

Sebastian Bourdais 3-8

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:17:17 -0500

St. Pete resident getting geared up for Honda Grand Prix

Marc Topkin 3-7

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 09:17:28 -0500

What does Joe Maddon think about the World Baseball Classic? Check out Marc Topkin's daily report.

Dave Andreychuk 3-7

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:35:50 -0500

His appearance every Thursday (8 a.m.) is presented by Florida Medical Clinic.

Terry Crisp 3-7

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:31:00 -0500

Coach Crisp is in town as part of the Lightning's 20-year anniversary.

Dave Wills 3-7

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:29:19 -0500

Rays' radio play-by-play man getting ready for another weekend of calling games on WDAE.

Marc Topkin 3-6

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:40:25 -0500

Everyone got Wednesday off with the Rays.... but not our man from the Tampa Bay Times!

Michael Thompson 3-6

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 08:45:22 -0500

All he did was win the Honda Classic last week. PGA comes to Tampa Bay next weekend.

Pierre LeBrun 3-6

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 08:30:36 -0500

TSN analyst and ESPN.com contributor talks Bolts with us.

Willie Taggart 3-6

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 08:13:30 -0500

Bulls head football coach sounds ready for the season to start.

Marc Topkin 3-5

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:07:39 -0500

Find out who Marc Topkin thinks will make a big impact for the Rays.

Lou Merloni 3-5

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:43:03 -0500

Great stuff from Boston broadcaster and former Red Sox player -- especially on Carl Crawford and Joe Maddon.

Andy Katz 3-5

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:13:14 -0500

ESPN'S college basketball expert gives his thoughts on the wide-open field, and the odds of a Florida and/or Miami making the Final 4.

Marc Topkin 3-4

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:20:29 -0500

Mr. Topkin talks about the Rays and there great weekend. Wil Meyers and Evan Longoria looking great.

Jayson Stark 3-1

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 08:42:34 -0500

@JaysonST visited with David Price this week and.... says he thinks this is Price's last year with the Rays.

Marc Topkin 2-28

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:52:31 -0500

Latest on WBC, Rays pitching, Brandon Guyer and more. Marc joins us each morning throughout the season.

Dave Andreychuk 2-28

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:47:26 -0500

Dave has his idea for what the Lightning should do to improve their power-play output. Dave is presented very Thursday by Florida Medical Clinic.

Marc Topkin 2-27

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:05:15 -0500

What's new with Rays Spring Training? Check out Marc Topkin's report.

Andy Freed 2-27

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:31:54 -0500

Catching up with Rays' play-by-play man.. what vets have to perform this spring?

Matt Vasgersian 2-27

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:18:42 -0500

We love the MLB Network and he's one of the best play-by-play guys around. We talk WBC, Rays and more.

Marc Topkin 2-26

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:19:30 -0500

Reporting from Port Charlotte, Marc Topkin has Spring Training updates.

Matt Silverman 2-26

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 08:26:55 -0500

Rays team President answers questions about Wil Myers, Stadium situation and in general gets us pumped for the spring.

Marc Topkin 2-25

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:08:37 -0500

We combine Marc's 2 reports for you. He joins the Sports Page every morning at 7:30 and 8:45. The 2nd chat (starting at the 6-minute mark) focuses on Monday's game.

Steve Carney 2-25

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:06:11 -0500

Not exactly a fan of spring training games that go from 7-2 into the 9th, to 7-7... to extra innings.

Damian Cristodero 2-25

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:03:58 -0500

Lightning beat writer for the Tampa Bay Times discusses a mixed weekend.

Joie Chitwood 2-25

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:30:42 -0500

President of the Daytona Speedway on Saturday's accident, and of course Sunday's race.

Marc Topkin 2-22

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:05:44 -0500

Plenty of news Friday.

Steve Carney 2-22

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 08:47:46 -0500

This is why we have Steve on the scene, we had breaking news Friday on a pitching change for Saturday's split-squad action -- as well as the starting lineups.

Rick Stroud calls in Friday

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 08:35:41 -0500

With some pretty big news on Schiano, Freeman, Barber and Black.

Tom Jones from Port Charlotte 2-21

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:54:32 -0500

On assignment in Port Charlotte, Tom Jones joins his own show talking Rays baseball

Aric Almirola 2-21

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:34:19 -0500

Do you know the benifits and concerns of NASCAR's new Gen-6 car? Check out what Aric Almirola had to say.

Dave Andreychuk 2-21

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:16:08 -0500

Former Lightning Captain joins the show courtesy of Florida Medical clinic and explains what they need to do against the Bruins

Dave Wills 2-21

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:10:30 -0500

The voice of the Rays Dave Wills joins the show and talks Rays baseball

Rick Stroud from Indianapolis 2-21

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:04:48 -0500

Rick Stroud checks in from Indianapolis providing updates on the NFL combine

Steve Carney 2-20

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:12:14 -0500

Breaking news: Evan Longoria leaves camp. Check out Steve Carney's report and find out why he left.

Marc Topkin 2-20

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:05:27 -0500

If you missed the early report, Topkin brings up the Rays one eyed pitcher. In the late report around 6:30, Topkin explains why Evan Longoria left camp.

Marc Topkin Late Report 2-19

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:17:18 -0500

If you missed it, check out the latest on Spring Training with Marc Topkin.

Neil Solondz 2-19

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:18:14 -0500

Pre- and post-game Rays radio host, we ask him who will win that No. 5 spot in the rotation.

Marc Topkin Early Report 2-19

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:05:27 -0500

Thawed out and ready to break down a Rays pitching prospect you might want to remember...

Sam Wyche story 2-19

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 07:57:03 -0500

When talking about the Lightning's problem of having tough starts, Rick was reminded of a funny Bucs story.

Marc Topkin 2-18 Late Update

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:43:39 -0500

Hey, it's warmed up!

Steve Carney 2-18

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:26:43 -0500

Brrrrrrr. Also, Steve gives a splendid recap of the weekend.

Marc Topkin 2-18 Early Update

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 08:02:41 -0500

From 37-degree Port Charlotte... wait, what?? It is friggin cold. Marc Topkin able to spit out some knowledge from his frostbitten lips.

Stu Sternberg Fanfest 2-18

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:55:38 -0500

Here are the rather interesting comments Rays owner Sternberg gave Rick and Tom Saturday. For the full conversation, as well as the other interviews from FanFest, go up to the Podcast tab and hit "Rays"

Marc Topkin 2-15 Late Report

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 08:57:59 -0500

Steve Carney 2-15

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 08:40:58 -0500

We actually talk about players not named Wil Myers in this one!

Marc Topkin 2-15 Early Report

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 07:42:38 -0500

More on if Wil Myers will be sticking around, and his talk with the former Fausto Carmona.

Marc Topkin 2-14 Wil Myers

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:05:14 -0500

The seas parted and the sun got brighter as Wil Myers reports to Spring Training

Steve Carney 2-14

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:39:15 -0500

Our daily hit with WDAE's own Rays newshound.

Dave Andreychuk 2-14

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:12:24 -0500

Can the Bolts turn it around? We talk with team VP, presented by Florida Medical Clinic.

Marc Topkin 2-14 Peralta, Rodney

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 07:46:05 -0500

How did Joel Peralta get hurt exactly? And what did Fernando Rodney say about his contract exactly?

Marc Topkin 2-13 2nd Update

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:48:14 -0500

Marc Topkin's second update of Rays Spring Training

Andy Freed 2-13

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 08:31:09 -0500

He'll be hosting Countdown to Opening Day Thursday at 7 on WDAE... where Joe Maddon will join the show early on.

Marc Topkin 2-13 1st Update

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 08:25:43 -0500

Day Two, Report One. Did his "So What?" slogan catch on in Port Charlolte?

Marc Topkin 2-12 1st Update

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:10:04 -0500

The early report!

Marc Topkin 2-12

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:06:58 -0500

2-12-13 - Tampa Bay Times & Rays beat reporter Marc Topkin with an update from Rays spring training

Steve Carney 2 - 12

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:21:21 -0500

Steve Carney reporting on pitchers and catchers at Port Charlotte

Marc Topkin 2-11

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:13:09 -0500

You'll be hearing plenty of this guy -- Times Beat Reporter Marc Topkin.

Steve Carney in studio report 2-11

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:10:38 -0500

Before he heads to Port Charlotte our Rays reporter popped in studio.

Damien Cristodero 2-11

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:07:30 -0500

Hockey beat writer for the Times on his experience in the blizzard, and the Bolts' road struggles.

Dick Vitale 2-8

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 08:52:07 -0500

Does anybody want to be ranked No. 1?

Andy Freed 2 - 7

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:01:33 -0500

Andy Freed tells us what to watch for during Spring Training.

Dave Andreychuk 2-7

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 08:24:12 -0500

Joins us each Thursday. Presented by Florida Medical Clinic. Does he know what will cure the Bolts' power-play ills?

Dave Schuman 2-7

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 08:21:57 -0500

His publication natonalunderclassmen.com is a great resource for recruiting info.

Stephanie Katz 2-7

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 08:18:46 -0500

@skittykatz is one of 50 finalists to be this year's MLB Fan Cave winner, make sure you follow her to support her and the Rays.

Tom Penders 2 - 6

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 09:00:33 -0500

Tom Penders talks about college basketball in Florida and answers if the Gators can win an NCAA championship.

Warren Sapp 2-6

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 08:46:30 -0500

Hall of Famer

Greg Auman 2-6

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 08:44:09 -0500

USF beat reporter for the Times joins us early on National Signing Day.

Neil Solondz 2-6

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 07:55:22 -0500

Great to here from Rays' pre and postgame host again.

Hall of Fame Inside Scoop 2 - 5

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 09:54:30 -0500

Rick Stroud discusses the inside scoop on Hall of Fame after his trip to New Orleans.

Chris Therien 2-5

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 08:49:46 -0500

Member of the Flyers' broadcast team; they host the Lightning Tuesday night.

Richard Justice 2-4

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:44:16 -0500

2-4-13 - We're counting down to spring training....and Richard Justice says he expects the Rays stadium situation to stay as is....for awhile.

Brad Johnson 2-4

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:12:59 -0500

2-4-13 - Buccaneers Super Bowl Winning QB Brad Johnson discusses how Joe Flacco's life will change with a Super Bowl win.

Anthony Becht 2-4

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:10:04 -0500

2-4-13 - Former Buccaneer Anthony Becht talks about whether or not New Orleans should host another Super Bowl

Rick Stroud 2-4

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 07:08:06 -0500

02-04-13 - Rick Stroud recaps Super Bowl XLVII LIVE from New Orleans

Eddie DeBartalo 2-1

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 08:49:29 -0500

He's up for the Hall of Fame this weekend, that's all....

John Clayton 2-1

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 08:00:43 -0500

Mr. Slayer, who doubles as a darn good NFL analyst for ESPN, joins us from New Orleans to discuss the Game of course. But we start off with Warren Sapp's Hall of Fame chances.

Dave Andreychuck 1 - 31

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:01:04 -0500

Dave Andreychuck comments on lightning hockey and their fast start.

Joie Chitwood in studio 1-31

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:43:02 -0500

We always enjoy when the Daytona Speeday President stops by the studio. He's pumped for the upcoming Race.

Paul Bessire 1-31

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:35:31 -0500

His Prediction Machine has picked the correct winner of the Super Bowl (against the spread) the last 9 years.... so if you're interested listen in!

Rick Peckham 1 - 30

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:12:03 -0500

Rick Peckham (Tampa Bay Lightning TV PBP) talks lightning hockey.

Charley Casserly 1 - 30

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:07:31 -0500

Charley Casserly (NFL Network Analyst) talks Superbowl

Dave Wills 1-30

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 07:14:35 -0500

Welcome back Dave! We'll be talking plenty about with the Rays' radio man during the season.

Darren Pang 1-29

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:58:22 -0500

Panger! He's a friend of Steve Yzerman and a big fan of what the Lightning have going on.

Kevin Harlan 1-29

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:26:01 -0500

He's calling the Super Bowl for national radio, he's a big NBA play-by-play guy -- and he knows Greg Schiano personally. Interesting comments on all three.

Bill Lindsay 1-29

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:56:49 -0500

Florida Panthers radio analyst -- he played with Marty St. Louis in Calgary!

Olivia Manning 1-29

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:46:56 -0500

As the mother of Eli and Peyton she knows a thing or 2 about cheering for siblings going up against each other. And if you're prepping to host a Super Bowl party and want to bring some N'awlins flair to it, she has some advice for you.

Lomas Brown 1-28

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:58:40 -0500

He's been in the Super Bowl a couple times, the ESPN analyst lets us in on the players' mindset.

Pete Prisco 1-25

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:38:14 -0500

Good friend of Tom's and great NFL writer for CBSSports.com

Vincent Lecavalier 1-25

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 08:44:37 -0500

He'll be honored before the game Friday, and we're honored he was able to call in beforehand.

Damian Cristodero 1-25

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 08:16:25 -0500

Times' Lightning beat writer takes Vinny Lecavalier's 1000 games milestone into prospective.

Andy Freed 1 -24

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:05:04 -0500

Andy Freed talks Rays baseball and discusses what holes still need to be filled

Dave Andreychuk 1-24

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:27:46 -0500

We check in with Dave each Thursday, courtesy Florida Medical Clinic.

Stephen Holder 1-23

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:26:08 -0500

Live from Mobile where the Bucs are checking out the country's top seniors.

Qadry Ismail 1-23

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:25:13 -0500

Former Ravens WR does radio work for the team these days.

Charley Casserly 1-23

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:20:41 -0500

What the heck's going on with this sabotage craziness?

Barry Melrose 1-22

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:44:43 -0500

Does he think the Lightning are headed to the playoffs? And check out his surprise pick to win the West....

Trey Wingo 1-21

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 08:59:04 -0500

Always good to hear from the NFL Live host. @Wingoz

E.J. Hradek 1-21

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 08:48:19 -0500

@EJHradek_NHL you can tell is good buds with Tom -- sounds like we'll have plenty of return conversations with him talking hockey!

Don Banks 1-18

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:27:44 -0500

Sports Illustrated Senior Writer previews the playoff games -- and his dog vies for air time at the end of the call!

The Blitz with "Boom" 1-18

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:21:25 -0500

Only 2 more left... here's Rick Stroud uh we mean Boomer's wonderful preview of the weekend's game

Joe Beninati (Caps) 1-18

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:14:51 -0500

The TV play-by-play man for the Bolts' first opponent has a healthy respect for the Lightning.

Marc Topkin

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:57:33 -0500

Marc Topkin talking baseball before pitchers and catchers report.

Dave Andreychuck 1 - 17

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:27:39 -0500

We check in with Dave two days before the lightning open the season

Jerry Glanville 1-17

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:23:15 -0500

He's coaching the East this Saturday in the East- West Shrine Game.... we ask him what type of questions NFL coaches ask incoming players before the Draft.

Andrew Brandt 1-16

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:22:52 -0500

@adbrandt is ESPN's sports business analyst -- who happens to be a big triathlete and huge fan of Lance Armstrong.

Charley Casserly 1-16

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:12:38 -0500

@CharleyCasserly of the NFL Network breaks down the Championship games.

Damian Cristodero 1-15

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:48:52 -0500

The Lightning reporter for the Tampa Bay Times checks in from camp, and unfortunately gives us some bad injury news on Mattias Ohlund.

Harold Richardson 1-15 Shrine Game

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:11:51 -0500

College All-Stars, about half of whom will be NFL Draft picks, face off this Saturday at the Trop. He's the Game's Executive Director.

Bobby the Chief 1-14

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:47:03 -0500

We love Bobby Taylor! After a brief recap of the NFL playoffs we get into the Lighhtning, who are now less than a week from being under way.

Hal Bodley 1-11

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:22:15 -0500

He voted for Fred McGriff intot he Hall of Fame, and only two other guys -- none of the so-called "steroid era" people. Check out MLB.com's chief writer's reasoning.

Dave Andreychuk 1-11

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:16:10 -0500

He knows all about playing a shortened season, and the former Bolts captain also gives us an early scoop on Sunday's FanFest activities.

Football Friday w/Boom 1-11

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:40:39 -0500

Every Friday Rick Stroud busts out his Chris Berman impression.

Nate Thompson 1-10

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:04:49 -0500

Back from fishing in Alaska -- ready to play hockey.

Marc Topkin 1-9

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 08:57:44 -0500

He voted for the Hall of Fame ballot, who did he take and why?

Steven Stamkos 1-9

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 08:39:06 -0500

Pretty cool to talk with Stammer, huh?

Charley Casserly 1-9

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 08:32:31 -0500

NFL Network analyst talks about the RG3 knee and the second round of the playoffs.

Robert Weiner 1-9

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 08:06:12 -0500

He's been the central figure in the big local story this week -- leaving Plant, but coming back after just 3 days as a USF assistant.

GUY BOUCHER 1-8

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 08:51:38 -0500

You can tell the Lightning head coach is fired up to get this season going.

Tommy Bowden 1-8

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 08:40:44 -0500

Our last visit of the season from @Tommy_Bowden.

Al Lesar 1-7

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 09:40:54 -0500

Longtime columnist for the South Bend Irish tells us if he thinks they have much of a chance Monday night.

Kevin Scarbinsky 1-7

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 06:59:58 -0500

@KevinScarbinsky writes for the Birmingham News and hosts a morning show (it started after the interview)... good preview of the title game from Bama's perspective.

Stan Heath 1-4

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 08:47:53 -0500

USF has a pretty big Big East opener Sunday, 'case you didn't hear. The Bulls host Syracuse at noon.

Chris Harry 1-3

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 09:01:40 -0500

@GatorZoneChris covered the Sugar Bowl, meaning he saw it in person and will try to explain what happened.

Anthony Becht 1-2

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 08:58:02 -0500

Last chance to chat with the Bucs' pre- and post-game host... whose Mountaineers ouch got blown out in the Pinstripe Bowl.

Charley Casserly 1-2

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 08:19:08 -0500

Taking a look at the playoff matchups, along with taking stock of the Bucs' completed season, with the NFL Network analyst.

Stan Heath 12-28

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 08:46:08 -0500

12-28-12 - USF Head Coach Stan Heath previews the Bulls game against George Mason w/Rick And Tom

Wes Durham 12-27

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:31:22 -0500

He's the play-by-play voice of the Falcons. He answers the pressing question: how much will Atlanta's starters play Sunday?

Charley Casserly 12-26

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 08:14:47 -0500

@CharleyCasserly gives a few thoughts on the Bucs but then on to projecting the NFL playoff teams.

Dave Neal (ESPN) 12-21

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:35:35 -0500

He'll be on the mic for ESPN's coverage of the Beef O' Brady's Bowl Friday night.

Steve Savard (Rams) 12-20

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:36:52 -0500

Plenty of good knowledge from the man who calls play-by-play for the next Bucs' opponent.

Bobby Bowden 12-20

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 07:47:25 -0500

Always great to hear from the legend, who got together with Urban Meyer (really!) for an event that will be shown at halftime of the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.

Charley Casserly 12-19

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:14:55 -0500

What did the NFL Network analyst think of that Bucs' stinker? And we hit on the other big topic, the Jets.

Tommy Bowden 12-18

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:12:16 -0500

So Saint Bobby does have a flaw! He cheats at golf! We talk college football with his son Tommy as well...

Rick Stroud checks in 12-17

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:35:20 -0500

Still in New Orleans Monday morning we got Mr. Stroud on the phone. He'll return to the studio with Tom on Tuesday.

Willie Taggart 12-14

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 08:46:02 -0500

The new USF head coach is ready to take the Bulls to national championship! That's what he said!

Jamie Spencer 12-14 (Lightning)

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 07:50:29 -0500

There's no hockey but we still love the Lightning, and their Executive VP let us know what they're doing for fans as far as great holiday savings go on merchandise.

Chris Harry 12-13

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:53:14 -0500

@GatorZoneChris has a pretty good football and basketball team to cover. He talks about both.

Andrew Brandt 12-12

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 09:15:12 -0500

@ADBrandt has PLENTY of insight on the Tagliabue news.

Charley Casserly 12-12

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 08:17:18 -0500

@CharleyCasserly reacts to the news of Paul Tagliabue vacating the Saints' players suspensions. And he has some harsh words for Josh Freeman's outing against Philly.

Tommy Bowden 12-11

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:38:29 -0500

Tommy Bowden joins the guys to talk college football

Dave Richard

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 09:18:17 -0500

Dave Richard joins the guys to talk fantasy football

Marc Topkin 12-6

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 08:43:01 -0500

@TBTimes_Rays gives us one last report from Nashville and it sounds like the Rays have some things in the works.

Brad Culpepper 12-6

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 08:38:28 -0500

Very modestly he says he doesn't want to take part in the Bucs' Super Bowl reunion -- but he does take a little dig at one of those who was on the team.

Dick Vitale 12-6

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:47:08 -0500

@DickieV talks Gators and Bulls hoops, has a STRONG endorsement for the USF football job, and you definitely want to listen to the end of this conversation.

Paul Bessire 12-6

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:28:52 -0500

Our last appearance of the year for @PredictMachine founder. Gives his thoughts on a lot of the bowl games for us, as well as for Bucs-Eagles.

Lomas Brown 12-5

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:53:37 -0500

@LomasBrown wouldn't miss the Bucs' Super Bowl reunion for the world. Also has a thought on the Gators' season.

Marc Topkin 12-5 (Escobar)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:40:43 -0500

@TBTimes_Rays on the Yunel Escobar trade, a potential blockbuster, and hwo Jeff Keppinger is set to cash in.

Charley Casserly 12-5

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:23:28 -0500

@CharleyCasserly from the NFL Network joins us each Wednesday.

Ryan Nece 12-5

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:01:46 -0500

@RyanNece was a rookie on the Super Bowl team, he reflects on that fun time. Also talks about his "Rockin' Holiday Party" Thursday at the Westin.

Marc Topkin 12-4

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:14:38 -0500

No breaking news today but plenty of speculation on what the Rays may be doing.

Tommy Bowden 12-4

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:04:32 -0500

Listen to @Tommy_Bowden dance around when we ask if he has any interest in the USF job! He also picks his Heisman winner.

Greg Auman 12-4

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 08:20:56 -0500

The man with a great line on who the next USF coach may be is @GregAuman from the Tampa Bay Times.

Trey Wingo 12-3

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 09:17:38 -0500

Wrapping up the NFL weekend with @WingOZ, the host of NFL Live on ESPN.

Marc Topkin 12-3 (Loney news)

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:54:15 -0500

@TBTimes_Rays was up at 1 a.m. letting us know about the team's acquisition of 1B James Loney. He's posted up in Nashville for the Winter Meetings.

Anthony Becht 12-3

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:49:57 -0500

@Anthony_Becht was a teammate of Jovan Belcher. He speaks on the Chiefs' decision to play the game Sunday, along with of course the Bucs vs. Denver.

Rick Stroud calls in 12-3

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:34:41 -0500

@NFLStroud calls us bright and early from Denver to encapsulate the defeat that sent Tampa Bay to 6-6 on the season.

Peter King 11-30

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:36:41 -0500

@SI_PeterKing squeezes in some NFL opinions between his thoughts on B.J. Upton.

Gene Deckerhoff 11-29

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:10:59 -0500

Fire them cannons! Gene's headed to thin air of Denver, but only after calling the FSU-Ga Tech ACC title game.

Brad Culpepper 11-20

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:06:03 -0500

After some fun picking on Tom for his take on autograph-seeking NFL players, they get into the Bucs and college football.

Richard Justice 11-28

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 12:05:33 -0500

MLB.com columnist knows Andrew Friedman well, we talk mostly about the Rays.

Charley Casserly 11-28

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 08:21:45 -0500

Another week to ask @CharleyCasserly about Adderall... and Peyton Manning talk too with the NFL Network analyst.

Howard Balzer 11-27

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 09:15:31 -0500

National columnist for the Sports Xchange. @HBalzer721.

Tommy Bowden 11-27

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:47:24 -0500

On conference championship games, and coaches losing their gigs. @Tommy_Bowden.

Marc Topkin 11-27

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:17:41 -0500

@TBTimes_Rays on the impact of Evan Longoria's new deal.

Anthony Becht 11-26

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:26:27 -0500

First time in a while we've discussed a Bucs loss with Anthony.

Anthony Becht 11-19

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:32:15 -0500

@Anthony_Becht thinks the Bucs had no business winning, but will take it -- and he thinks the Falcons are prime for the pickin'.

Dave Moore 11-19

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:19:35 -0500

He had a first-hand look of the Bucs' great win in Charlotte, as the radio analyst on the Buccaneers Radio Network.

Charles Davis 11-19

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:57:14 -0500

Not only is @CFD22 a good guy to talk Gators and Bucs with, he happens to be a good friend of Jon Gruden AND a Vol grad.

Billy Donovan 11-6

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:16:31 -0500

@UFCoachBillyD will have his team in Tampa on Sunday, playing a pretty good Middle Tennessee squad

Don Banks 11-16

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:04:34 -0500

@DonBanks is an NFL columnist for Sports Illustrated, and bonus, he covered the Bucs here for many seasons before going nationalL

Marc Topkin 11-15

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 08:33:04 -0500

@TBTimes_Rays hung out with David Price all Wednesday so we get some inside info on what it was like.

Brad Culpepper 11-15

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 08:29:34 -0500

Love talking Bucs and Gators with Brad every Thursday.

Paul Bessire 11-15

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 08:16:56 -0500

What does he think of the USF-Miami game, and much more? Check out Paul via twitter @PredictMachine.

Jerry Crasnick 11-14

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 09:01:05 -0500

@JCrasnick predicts the Cy Young and of crouse weighs in on this Marlin-Jays hooey.

Mick Mixon 11-14

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:44:32 -0500

He's had a rough year, what with being the play-by-play man for the Carolina Panthers on radio.

Charley Casserly 11-14

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:25:00 -0500

@CharleyCasserly of the NFL Network breaks things down for us every Wednesday morning at 8.

Chris Weinke 11-13

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:00:33 -0500

@ChrisWeinke16 worked with Cam Newton and explains his struggles.

Tommy Bowden 11-13

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:43:17 -0500

@Tommy_Bowden joins the show each week to talk college football, what does he think are the SEC's chances of getting back into the title game?

Dave Andreychuk 11-13

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:30:37 -0500

@Andy2525 is participating in this Saturday's "Battle of the Badges" charity game at the Forum. He gives us all the info, and his latest thoughts on if we'll have NHL hockey anytime soon.

Al Golden 11-13

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 07:04:41 -0500

@GoldenAl and the Hurricanes are hosting USF this Saturday afternoon. He talks about what's been a set of trying circumstances at the school.

Lomas Brown 11-12

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 10:22:49 -0500

@LomasBrown, former Buc now working with ESPN, is all kinds of fired up after Sunday.

Anthony Becht 11-12

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:15:40 -0500

@Anthony_Becht on how the Bucs just keeping on getting it done.

Steve Yzerman in studio 11-9

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 08:22:31 -0500

Lightning GM sounds quite optimistic about how things are going. He's also here to promote the Heart Walk.

Stan Heath 11-9

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:42:32 -0500

College football slate Saturday isn't very compelling but, good news, college hoops is here! Head coach of USF is pumped for Saturday night's opener vs. UCF.

Christian Laettner 11-8

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:46:45 -0500

Pretty good guy to talk to on hoops, he also has a great charity event coming up with Dick Vitale (for details listen to the last minute of the interview).

Brad Culpepper 11-8

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:21:36 -0500

He always had an opinion or two.

Jason La Canfora 11-8

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:13:14 -0500

@JasonLaCanfora is the NFL insider for CBS Sports.

Paul Bessire 11-8

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:05:29 -0500

Our weekly visit from sports computations guru @PredictMachine

Clark Kellogg 11-7

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:44:09 -0500

@PacerCK joins us for the first of what we hope is many college basketball chats. Season starts Friday.

Charley Casserly 11-7

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:23:54 -0500

Our every-Wednesday visit from NFL Network's @CharleyCasserly.

Tommy Bowden 11-6

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 09:00:32 -0500

@Tommy_Bowden joins us each week. Had some very revealing comments on the pressure boosters can put on coaches.

Brad Johnson 11-6

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:28:54 -0500

Always good to catch up with the Bucs' Super Bowl champ QB.

Trey Wingo 11-5

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:18:41 -0500

The host of NFL Live on ESPN @WingOz

Anthony Becht 11-5

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:25:11 -0500

Bucs pre and post-game cohost.

Rick calls in from Oakland 11-5

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:23:48 -0500

What a trooper -- it was 4 a.m. when he called us from his hotel in Oakland. Rick will be back in studio Tuesday.

Peter King 11-2

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 07:45:17 -0400

He's the best! @SI_PeterKing gave plenty of insight and opinion to the Talib deal.

Stan Heath 11-1

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 08:37:50 -0400

The Bulls are almost ready to charge the Sun Dome. @Coach_Heath and his team hit the hardwood Monday night for an exhibition vs. Eckerd.

Brad Culpepper 11-1

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 08:33:03 -0400

He's suffered a similar injury to Carl Nicks -- and completely understands why the Bucs' Pro Bowl guard had to shut things down. Also what's up with this Adderall thing?

Paul Bessire 11-1

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 08:26:57 -0400

He steps away from the Prediction Machine computer each Thursday at 7:30 to tell us what it predicts for this week's football slate. @PredictMachine

Andrew Brandt 10-31

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 08:57:42 -0400

ESPN's NFL Business analyst has been dealing with a different kind of business -- Hurricane Sandy. He lives in the Philly area. @ADBrandt.

Ryan Nece 10-31

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 08:47:19 -0400

Former Buc loves the way the team looks but at the same time is bummed about the Carl Nicks news. @RyanNece

Charley Casserly 10-31

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 08:17:28 -0400

How would @CharleyCasserly, former NFL General Manager and current NFL Network analyst, handle the Bucs' situations on both Adderall and the banged-up OL.

Tommy Bowden 10-30

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:43:17 -0400

He warned Gator fans that there would be a game where they'd have to win with Driskell's arm.... and he @Tommy_Bowden previews this week's big games.

Hal Bodley 10-30

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:23:56 -0400

Our last check-in with MLB.com's Senior Writer, this season anyway.

Metta World Peace 10-30

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:09:49 -0400

No hockey but the NBA is on as schedule beginning Tuesday night. We talked to one of the members of the Lakers, who also fills us in on his part-time gig now -- acting.

Marc Topkin 10-29

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:51:51 -0400

He witnessed the World Series in person. It was over quick.

Anthony Becht 10-29

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 07:48:32 -0400

Taking stock of the Bucs is the co-host of the pre and post game right here on WDAE, @Anthony_Becht.

Lomas Brown 10-26

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 09:13:53 -0400

We love the former Buc tackle who works for ESPN. He was very impressed with the Bucs' win.

Rick calls in with game recap 10-26

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 09:05:03 -0400

Somehow Rick managed to get through security in Minnesota and called in with this recap first thing Friday

Paul Allen 10-25 (Vikings radio)

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 09:01:47 -0400

Radio voice of the Vikings lays out a preview for us.

John Clayton 10-25

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 08:37:37 -0400

@ClaytonESPN joined the show for the first time, and yes he talks about those great Sportscenter commercials (and Schiano and Bucs-Vikes).

Brad Culpepper 10-25

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 08:23:38 -0400

Most of the conversaton centered on the Bucs' field-goal play -- since Brad professes to have done that sort of thing, plenty.

Paul Bessire 10-25

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:43:29 -0400

@PredictMachine has played the Bucs-Vikes game about 50,000 times already on his computer. Listen here to find out what it spat out as a final score.

Charley Casserly 10-24

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 08:18:14 -0400

@CharleyCasserly breaking down Thursday night's matchup.

Dick Vitale!

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 07:54:02 -0400

@DickieV just oves all things Tampa Bay sports, and we toss in some college hoops too. Very inspirational words at the end you'll want to hear.

Tommy Bowden 10-23

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 08:38:14 -0400

SEC analyst for Fox Sports South @Tommy_Bowden on the Gators, Noles and Bulls.

Hal Bodley 10-23

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 08:35:15 -0400

He's headed to the World Series today. Game 1 in San Fran on Wednesday night.

Damian Cristodero 10-23

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 08:29:50 -0400

Covers the Lightning for the Tampa Bay Times. So it's been a bummer these days for @LightningTimes.

Morten Andersen 10-19

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 09:09:09 -0400

One of the best kickers of all time does radio in New Orleans these days.

Marc Topkin 10-19

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 06:47:15 -0400

Checking in from Detroit after watching the Yankees get swept

Gene Deckerhoff 10-18

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:07:11 -0400

Talking Noles and Bucs -- check the end of the interview when he exhorts fans to get to Raymond James this weekend.

Jamie Dukes 10-18

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:24:43 -0400

@JamieDukes of NFL Network helped us discover a new phrase, regarding Aqib Talib.

Brad Culpepper 10-18

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:22:27 -0400

His Gators continue to roll on but could get tricky this week against the OBC.

Paul Bessire 10-18

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:41:46 -0400

@PredictMachine for all the machinations to help you with your football picks.

Marc Topkin 10-17

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:16:35 -0400

No Rays but Marc's covering the ALCS, which could be over tonight, for the Times.

Brad Johnson 10-17

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:08:39 -0400

Check out his recap of his kid's youth football team Tuesday night. And we talk Bucs.

Charley Casserly 10-17

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:01:15 -0400

@CharleyCasserly has some high praise for a couple of Buc rookies, and some good info on the Saints.

Jimbo Fisher 10-17

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 07:26:52 -0400

His Noles impressively overcame an upset loss, and the Canes are next.

Tommy Bowden 10-16

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 08:42:17 -0400

#@ommy_Bowden on the Gators and more SEC.

Hal Bodley 10-16

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 07:35:59 -0400

Joins us every Tuesday throughout the playoffs is MLB.com's Senior Writer. Today he was headin' to St. Louis.

Anthony Becht 10-15

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:26:59 -0400

@Anthony_Becht is part of WDAE's pre and postgame coverage. Follow him!

Nando De Fino (Fantasy FB) 10-12

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:57:53 -0400

Filling in tremendously for our Friday Fantasy Football guru Dave Richard is @NandoCBS.

Don Banks 10-12

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:30:11 -0400

@DonBanks used to be a co-worker of Tom and Rick's at the Times. Now is Sports Illustrated's NFL guy!

Greg Auman 10-12

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:13:34 -0400

He wrote the eye-opening article where the USF Board of Trustees head.. not happy with the football program.

Stan Heath 10-12

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:46:39 -0400

Bulls have their Midnight Madness Friday. We hear from their head coach @Coach_Heath.

Bobby the Chief Taylor 10-11

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:50:42 -0400

He was supposed to be calling the NHL opener tonight but ah, now. Still Bobby has plenty to say on when he expects things to get going... and in the meantime he's a big baseball fan so, plenty to talk about there.

Brad Culpepper 10-11

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:21:40 -0400

Somewhat happy about his Gators these days....former Buc and Gator joins us each Thursday morning.

Pete Prisco 10-10

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:04:53 -0400

@PriscoCBS is a must-read for NFL news.

Andrew Brandt 10-10

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 08:34:44 -0400

@ADBrandt tackles for us the latest Saints news after Roger Goodell did..what exactly? Andrew of ESPN tells us.

Charley Casserly 10-10

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 08:21:16 -0400

Great insight as always from our every-Wednesday visit with @CharleyCasserly.

Anthony Becht 10-9

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:02:31 -0400

He's part of the pre and post-game show with our Bucs game coverage on WDAE. @Anthony_Becht.

Hal Bodley 10-9

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:20:10 -0400

Tells us what he thinks of this new playoff format, and the infield fly rule.

Tommy Bowden 10-9

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:31:30 -0400

How impressed was @Tommy_Bowden with the Gators... and how unimpressed was he with the Noles? Coach joins us each Tuesday. He covers the SEC for Fox Sports South and Raycom.

Dave Richard 10-5

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 09:15:02 -0400

Our fantasy expert comes on every Friday morning. @DaveRichard if you want to hit him up and be sure to slap a #wdae on that.

Tom Arnold 10-5

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 08:45:01 -0400

Joined us in studio to talk his Giants, some non-sports too. @TomArnold is at Sidesplitter Comedy Club this weekend. SideSplittersComedy.com.

Mark Schlabach 10-5

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 07:40:38 -0400

ESPN.com college football writer gives us a thought or two on Florida-LSU and the rest of the weekend's key action. @Mark_Schlabach.

Brad Culpepper 10-4

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 08:33:25 -0400

Bucs and Gators talk with our fave attorney.

Paul Bessire 10-4

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 08:06:21 -0400

He loads us up with quality picks based on his superfast computer, which by the way had the Rays over/under win total at 90 1/2.

Dave Wills 10-4

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 07:31:12 -0400

That's it for Dave for another five months or so. He leaves wtih great memories of the season, and B.J. Upton. Also addresses the No. 1 area of improvement Tampa Bay needs to seek.

Dewayne Staats 10-3

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:54:11 -0400

Alas, Wednesday night will be the last Rays game he calls for Sun Sports TV this year.

Barry Melrose 10-3

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:44:47 -0400

When does the ESPN analyst (and brief-stint Lightning coach of course) think we'll have hockey?

Charley Casserly 10-3

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:36:12 -0400

Is he buying or selling Josh Freeman? Our every-Wednesday guest @CharleyCasserly from NFL Network lets us know, and much more.

Tommy Bowden 10-2

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 08:44:35 -0400

Do the Gators have a chance to knock off LSU this weekend? The SEC analyst for Fox Sports sports fills us in as he does every Tuesday. @Tommy_Bowden

Hal Bodley 10-2

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 08:26:21 -0400

Even though the Rays won't take part, the MLB.com Senior Correspondent will join us very Tuesday at 8:30 throughout the postseason.

Neil Solondz 10-2

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 07:55:16 -0400

Cue the Debbie Downer music.... our Rays pre and postgame host the morning after the team is eliminated.

Charles Davis 10-1

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 08:48:47 -0400

@CFD22 is one of our favorite analysts covering both college, and the pros for NFL Network.

Marc Topkin 10-1

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 08:30:29 -0400

Checking in after a great road trip for the Rays... just not for the Rays as regards getting help elsewhere.

Al Golden 10-1

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 07:41:34 -0400

His Miami Hurricanes won a thriller as Stephen Morris threw for 566 yards. Wow!

Dave Richard 9-28

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:46:28 -0400

Hoping to help you set your lineup -- remember you can tweet him questions all @DaveRichard

Larry Michel (Redskins) 9-28

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 08:29:23 -0400

He's the Gene Deckerhoff of the Redskins.

Jason Sobel (Ryder Cup) 9-28

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 07:32:55 -0400

Sure there's big NFL and MLB and CFB this weekend... but the Ryder Cup may be the best drama you'll see. @JasonSobelGC of the Golf Channel discusses.

David Haugh (Chicago) 9-27

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 09:07:02 -0400

Gee what's going in Chicago this week.... Rays and Sox, football and that Ryder Cup thing. We touch on all of the above with Chicago Tribune's @DavidHaugh.

Gene Deckerhoff 9-27

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:57:55 -0400

A first for Gene this weekend -- he actually gets to call the Noles and Bucs game in the same city! He talks about both teams' outlooks.

Brad Culpepper 9-27

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:12:37 -0400

Our favorite attorney/former Buc and Gator has plenty

Paul Bessire 9-27

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:42:19 -0400

Our weekly visit with @PredictMachine who tells us what should happen in both the USF-FSU and Bucs-Skins games... plus some upsets, one involving a state school.

JIMBO FISHER 9-27

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:13:18 -0400

Sounds very focused on his team's upcoming game with USF.

Andy Freed 9-26

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:59:16 -0400

Feeling pretty good, but still Rays' play-by-play man thinks the team has to win out.

Charley Casserly 9-26

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:38:01 -0400

What does our NFL Network expert think of the replacement refs (and the Bucs)? @CharleyCasserly

Skip Holtz 9-26

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 07:40:35 -0400

From a loss to Ball State to... taking on the No. 4-ranked Florida State Seminoles. Here's the man who's in charge of getting his team ready for that.

Tommy Bowden 9-25

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 08:44:24 -0400

9-25-12 - Fox Sports South SEC Analyst Tommy Bowden previews FSU/USF plus Gators.

Hal Bodley 9-25

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 08:17:17 -0400

9-25-12 - MLB.com Hal Bodley breaks down the latest on the MLB playoffs

Neil Solondz 9-25

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 07:42:56 -0400

9-25-12 - Rays Pre/Postgame host Neil Solondz previews the Rays and Red Sox.

Marc Topkin 9-24

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 08:47:19 -0400

9-24-12 - Tampa Bay Time Rays Reporter Marc Topkin recaps the Rays sweep of the Blue Jays

Brad Johnson 9-24

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 08:36:14 -0400

9-24-12 - Former Buccaneer QB Brad Johnson talks about the Bucs 16-10 loss to the Cowboys

Rick Stroud 9-24

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 07:11:36 -0400

9-24-12 - 620 WDAE Rick Stroud hops on the morning show to discuss the Bucs 16-10 loss to the Cowboys

Dave Richard 9-21

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 09:06:23 -0400

9-21-12 - CBS Sports Dave Richard takes your fantasy football calls every FRIDAY at 8:40am with the Sports Page

John Clayton 9-21

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 08:34:33 -0400

9-21-12 - ESPN senior NFL analyst John Clayton discusses Bucs/Cowboys with the Sports Page

Dave Wills 9-21

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 07:43:02 -0400

9-21-12 - Rays Radio PBP Dave Wills recaps the Rays 7-4 walkoff win over the Red Sox

Jason LaCanfora 9-20

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:32:06 -0400

CBS Sports' NFL Insider @JasonLaCanfora joined Ronnie Lane Thursday

Brad Culpepper 9-20

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:13:03 -0400

Breaking down all that goes with the Bucs... interesting take on what might have happened to the Bucs against New York.

Paul Bessire 9-20

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:06:52 -0400

In the time it takes to read this sentence, his prediction machine has spewed out its picks for all of this week's major football games. @PredictMachine

Brad Sham 9-19

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 09:03:17 -0400

The voice of the Dallas Cowboys tries to figure out how they can beat the Giants then get blown out by Seattle.

Charlie Casserly 9-19

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:18:18 -0400

@CharleyCasserly joins us each Wednesday. Today he did so in and around his appearance on the NFL Network's morning show.

Skip Holtz 9-19

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:11:26 -0400

Tough loss to Rutgers, here's how the coach plans on fixing things @CoachHoltzUSF

Tommy Bowden 9-18

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 08:37:56 -0400

He joins us each Tuesday talking college football, and is a pretty good guy to talk FSU vs. Clemson with. Works for Fox Sports South' new College Football Show. @Tommy_Bowden

Hal Bodley 9-18

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 08:24:55 -0400

The MLB.com senior columnist will join us every Tuesday through the end of the playoffs. Doesn't sound like Rays will be participating.

Neil Solondz 9-18

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:44:39 -0400

Rays, running out of time. Even the usually optimistic pre and postgame host doesn't sound that way after the Rays lost to Boston.
@RaysRadio

Tim Green 9-18

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 07:30:59 -0400

Former NFL player has written 26 books (!) and has a new one out for middle-school age kids... spends most of conversation on kneeldowns and bad refs.

Marc Topkin 9-17

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:50:31 -0400

Leaving New York a morning after the Rays, who really didn't get it done over the last week unfortunately.

Rick Stroud calls in 9-17

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:12:12 -0400

Why didn't Rick make it in to do his normal co-hosting Monday? Uh, he was still in Jersey. But he did call in and gave an excellent breakdown of the tough Bucs loss.

Dave Richard Fantasy FB 9-14

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 09:24:10 -0400

He's the man! And you guys have figured it out. Lines packed with Week 2 lineup questions for our fantasy guru @DaveRichard of CBS Sports.

Peter King 9-14

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 09:18:16 -0400

Sports Illustrated's illustrious NFL writer picks the Bucs to beat the Giants -- what does he say is the secret to doing so?

Victor Hedman 9-14

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 07:57:06 -0400

Joining us in studio to discuss his new fitness app, Victor also gives a not-too-positive outlook on the chance there won't be an NHL lockout.

Gene Deckerhoff 9-13

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:54:32 -0400

Our favorite football play-by-play man talks Bucs and Noles.

Hal Bodley 9-13

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:42:14 -0400

MLB.com Senior Baseball correspondent

Brad Culpepper 9-13

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:16:10 -0400

On his Bucs and Gators

Paul Bessire 9-13

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 07:45:16 -0400

He nailed Oregon State over Wisconsin last week. You'll therefore want to hear what Paul predicts this week.

Chris Snee 9-13

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 06:36:03 -0400

Three-time Pro Bowl Guard talking about his team's mindset heading into the Bucs' game.

Bob Papa 9-12

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 08:45:05 -0400

Play-by-play man for the Giants

Charley Casserly 9-12

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 08:14:40 -0400

NFL Network analyst joins us very Wednesday, was very impressed by the Bucs' D-line.

Skip Holtz 9-12

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 07:47:38 -0400

After a thrilling win clear across the country the Bulls have to play Thursday night against Rutgers. Coach Holtz joins us every Wednesday morning.

Rece Davis

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 08:54:10 -0400

The do-it-all college football studio host for ESPN also calls play-by-play for thier Thursday games which means USF vs. Rutgers this week.

Vinny Lecavalier

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 08:17:48 -0400

Lightning captain getting set for his big annual Poker tournament this Thursday... but we do get in a question or 2 about the team and the chance for a lockout.

Neil Solondz 9-11

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 07:43:41 -0400

What's up with Matt Moore tipping his pitches? The Rays pre and postgame host has those answers and a preview of Tampa Bay and Baltimore.

Scott MIller (MLB) 9-10

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:43:24 -0400

He's an MLB Insider for CBS Sports. His take on who will be the odd team out from the AL East and.. really, Nationals?

Marc Topkin 9-10

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:28:32 -0400

Rays put it together against Texas.

Fantasy FB with Dave Richard 9-7

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 09:09:39 -0400

Giving you help with your Week 1 lineups. #DaveRichard

Mark McLemore 9-7

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 08:45:29 -0400

Former big leaguer does and TV pre and postgame for the Texas Rangers. @DrofDefense

Dave Wills 9-7

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 07:27:14 -0400

Bright and early on a morning before the Rangers and Rays get their 3-game series going. @DaveWills34

Joe Smith 9-6

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 08:12:17 -0400

Rays' beat writer @TBTimesRays2.

Paul Bessire 9-6

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 07:43:06 -0400

Our every-Thursday guest from @PredictMachine has an upset to watch out for in college football plus the latest on the Rays' odds of making the playoffs.

Mick Mixon 9-5

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 08:59:24 -0400

Carolina play-by-play guy lounding in Sarasota

Neil Solondz 9-5

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 08:20:46 -0400

After the Rays took another one from the Yanks we talk to our favorite pre and postgame host.

Skip Holtz 9-5

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 08:04:20 -0400

Bulls coach lets us in a bit of a scoop -- after the team was set to have RB Lindsey Lamar redshirt the season, those plans are already scrapped. USF at Nevada this weekend.

Charley Casserly 9-5

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 07:18:36 -0400

Great insight from the former Redskins and Texans GM, who works for the NFL Network. @CharleyCasserly

Chris Weinke 9-4

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:06:34 -0400

He's the football director at IMG Academy in Bradenton -- that's where the Carolina Panthers will be practicing this week due to the DNC. @ChrisWeinke16

Tommy Bowden 9-4

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 08:28:07 -0400

Former coach working with Fox Sports South and Raycom Sports covering the SEC. @Tommy_Bowden

Marc Topkin 9-4

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 08:13:34 -0400

How 'bout them Rays! @TBTimes_Rays

Dave Richard 8-31

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 10:04:56 -0400

If you're a fantasy football player you MUST listen Fridays at 8:40, where CBS Sports' expert takes your questions. Today he provided some quaity Draft guidance.

Rob Neyer (MLB) 8-31

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 08:25:41 -0400

He's the National baseball editor for SB Nation. @RobNeyer

Jerry Crasnick 8-30

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:19:05 -0400

ESPN's baseball insider @JCrasnick

Rick Stroud checks in 8-30

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:12:07 -0400

Did he sleep in the morning after that game? Kinda. But Rick did call in from his D.C. hotel.

Paul Bessire 8-30

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 07:54:07 -0400

He runs the website PredictionMachine.com which runs thousands of computations. How many games will teh Bucs win??? He lets us know. @PredictMachine

RAHEEM MORRIS 8-29

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:52:56 -0400

The former Bucs coach, now an assistant with the Redskins, opens up a little about his departure from here.

T.R. Sullivan (Texas Rangers) 8-29

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:33:19 -0400

He covers the Rangers for mlb.com. His team looks better than the Rays.

Skip Holtz 8-29

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 07:48:59 -0400

Three days before his Bulls open their season against Chattanooga.

Ricky Williams 8-28

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:41:53 -0400

Former NFL'er has some keen off-field interests.

Neil Solondz 8-28

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 07:33:49 -0400

Used to be the Durham Bulls' play-by-play man so he has a little insight on the whole S-Rod punching the locker thing. And of course we get into the Rays after they fell into 3rd in the Wild Card race.

Marc Topkin 8-27

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:55:23 -0400

Times writer also enduring some wet weather where the Rays are headed next, Texas @TBTimes_Rays.

Ken Rosenthal 8-27

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:43:44 -0400

One of the premiere baseball writers and analysts in the nation. @Ken_Rosenthal

Larry Michael (Skins pbp) 8-27

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:27:16 -0400

Redskins play-by-play man says ex-Bucs Tanard Jackson and Dez Briscoe are working out!

Lomas Brown 8-24

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 09:05:44 -0400

Part of the Bucs' Super Bowl team, a 7-time Pro Bowl tackle and overall great guy who now works as an analyst for ESPN. @LomasBrown

Gil Santos 8-24

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 08:49:28 -0400

Play-by-play voice for the Patriots, check out how he compares Tom Brady to the all-time Boston sports greats.

Frank Caliendo in studio 8-24

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 08:27:28 -0400

Wow. Just wow. Kick back and enjoy 15 minutes of impersonations from the master.

Jimbo Fisher 8-24

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:58:34 -0400

Noles head coach really expects Tampa's James Wilder to have a big season. And he tells us how he feels about the big expectations on his team.

Trey Wingo 8-23

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:56:29 -0400

@WingOZ is the host of NFL Live on ESPN, but you knew that already. Says he's very interested to see how things go with the Bucs this year.

Mitch Williams 8-23

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:48:42 -0400

MLB Network analyst thinks Rays can definitely win AL East, and calls David Price his Cy Young winner.

Brad Johnson 8-23

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:15:50 -0400

A day after a Super Bowl QB came to town to practice, our own Super Bowl QB joined the guys. Check out his funny comments on Jon Gruden at the end.

Len Pasquarelli 8-22

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 08:21:58 -0400

Hall of Fame NFL Writer, plying his trade these days for the Sports Exchange.

Dave Wills 8-22

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:56:50 -0400

Checking in just a handful of hours before Wednesday's game.

Gator coach Will Muschamp 8-22

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:13:44 -0400

First time the Gator leader joins the program. Still not decided on a starting QB but stays that will happen after the weekend.

DeWayne Staats 8-21

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 09:04:21 -0400

A little on attendance but mostly on this more playoff-bound looking team.

Neil Solondz 8-21

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 08:17:05 -0400

He has a first-hand view of every Rays game as the pre- and post-game host on the radio side.

Mike Freeman 8-21

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 08:00:14 -0400

He's just written a book on the 40th annoversary of the Dolphins' unbeaten season. Also knows a lot about Greg Schiano as CBS' NFL Insider. @RealFreemanCBS

"The Attendance Show" (in 1 minute)

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:01:35 -0400

After Monday's crowd for the red-hot Rays didn't quite reach 10,000, Rick and Tom got out in front of things. No need to call in with your attendance excuses. They're all here!

Rex Hudler 8-20

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:19:35 -0400

"Hud" is calling games on TV for the Royals, who come to town fresh off a sweep at Chicago. Has plenty of love for Maddon and Longo.

Marc Topkin 8-20

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:03:10 -0400

Checking on from the Atlanta airport after the lengthy trip back from Anaheim. Certainly a worthwhile trip for the Rays, huh?

Ryan Nece 8-17

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 08:44:42 -0400

Getting set for his pre and post-game duties on the Buccaneer Radio Network, heard obviously on home of the Bucs, the Sports Animal.

John Lynch 8-17

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 08:17:50 -0400

Former Buc great getting set to call their 2nd preseason game for TV.

Lee McGriff 8-16

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 08:54:28 -0400

Gator radio analyst gives us a relatively unbiased view of UF's prospects heading into the season.

Neil Solondz 8-16

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 08:28:51 -0400

Rays pre/postgame host did his best to jinx the Felix Hernandez perfect game, to no avail. @RaysRadio

Don Banks 8-16

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 08:15:38 -0400

Used to be Bucs beat writer now he's Mr. Big Shot for Sports Illustrated covering the NFL. @DonBanks

Mike Keith 8-15

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 09:05:00 -0400

He's the longtime play-by-play voice of the Titans, who come to Raymond James Stadium on Friday night.

Earnest Graham 8-15

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 08:39:02 -0400

Check out what the now ex-Buc says about what happened last year after he was hurt. Also has HIGH praise for Blount. @EarnestGraham is getting inducted into the Lee County Athletic Conference Hall of Fame this Saturday.

Joe Smith 8-15

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 08:14:43 -0400

Co-hort at the Tampa Bay Times, Joe covers the Rays.

Hal Bodley 8-14

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:53:17 -0400

He's MLB.com's Senior Baseball writer, loves the Rays (and happens to live in Bellaire).

Andrew Brandt 8-14

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:50:02 -0400

He's ESPN's Sports Business analyst. The guys talk to him about Chad Johnson and some other recent stories. @ADBrandt.

Skip Holtz 8-14

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 08:03:11 -0400

Joins us the morning after an impressive scrimmage by his team. Bulls have their Fan Fest this weekend.

Marc Topkin 8-13

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:15:24 -0400

Times writer on the red-hot Rays, who are yeah, just 5 out in the East!

Al Golden 8-13

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 07:37:56 -0400

We start off our week of previewing the state college football teams. He sounds pretty optimistic after his team's scrimmage over the weekend.

Kevin Harlan 8-10

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 08:51:44 -0400

@Kevin Harlan, Great NBA and NFL play-by-play man but ALSO has a brother named Brian who happens to be Greg Schiano's agent. So you especially want to hear the last 5 minutes of this chat.

Anthony Jeselnik in studio 8-10

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 08:30:06 -0400

@AnthonyJeselnick is becoming pretty well known for his presence on Celebrity Roasts. He'll be in Tampa Friday and Saturday. ImprovTampa.com for details.

Rich Lerner 8-9

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 09:07:11 -0400

Live report from South Carolina from the Golf Channel's @RichLernerGC

Alan Ashby 8-9

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 08:40:42 -0400

He's the Jays' radio analyst. Obviously Toronto has struggled since Jose Bautista went out.

Greg Cote 8-9

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 08:20:34 -0400

Covers the Dolphins for the Miami Herald. @GregCote

Armando Salguero 8-8

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 08:45:37 -0400

He covers the Dolphins for the Miami Herald and is a good buddy of Rick's. Very entertaining

Fred McGriff 8-8

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 08:37:55 -0400

The Crime Dog, pumped about the return of Longoria. And some advice for Carlos Pena.

Peter King 8-8

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 07:40:51 -0400

Check out what noted expert @SI_PeterKing had to say about Schiano, and what he was told about the interview process.. and what he was told about Raheem Morris.

Jim Kiick 8-7

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 09:35:38 -0400

Two Time Super Bowl champ still keeps up with the Fins, who of course take on the Bucs this Friday.

DeWayne Staats 8-7

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 09:19:24 -0400

He's going to have more Rays runs to describe with Longo back!

Charley Casserly 8-7

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 08:13:12 -0400

@CharleyCasserly is a fantastic insider for the NFL Network. Has some good insight on Greg Schiano here.

Neil Solondz 8-7

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 07:46:22 -0400

Hallelujah! Longo's back. We discuss with the Rays radio pre and postgame host.

Jamie Dukes 8-6

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 08:59:56 -0400

Hilarious start to the interview with Jamie wondering if we should have actually announced the Bucs' long snapper move ON thei air.

Marc Topkin 8-6

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 08:15:43 -0400

Rays beat writer tries to dress up a horrid weekend. Actually does a pretty nice job of it! @TBTimes_Rays.

Jason Cole 8-6

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 07:55:33 -0400

Yahoo Sports' outstanding NFL writer was in Canton over the weekend. @JasonColeYahoo.

Sean Salisbury 8-3

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:14:06 -0400

@SeanUnfiltered with a quality breakdown of the Bucs, and the power of Roger Goodell.

Dave Wills 8-3

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 08:23:03 -0400

Rays broadcaster pumped after 6-3 road trip.

Jerry Coleman 8-3

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 08:09:25 -0400

He covers the Orioles for 105.7 FM in Baltimore -- are they going to be able to keep pace??

Dave Moore 8-3

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 07:00:31 -0400

Bucs radio analyst spent time at practice Thursday and gives us his take on the Schiano-led bunch.

Randy Cross 8-2

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 08:07:37 -0400

Another tremendous NFL analyst breaks down the Bucs' prospects. @RandyCrossFB

Chris Mortensen 8-2

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 07:58:57 -0400

The best in the business @MortReport tells us his views on the Bucs. Thinks it would not be a shocker if they win the South.

Marc Topkin 8-2

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 06:43:27 -0400

We caught Marc in the ATL airport, mid red-eye flight back home after the Rays' 6-3 road trip.

Joe Smith 8-1

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:41:37 -0400

Let's see what the Rays beat writer for the Tampa Bay Times thinks about the team's non-trading. @TBTimesRays2

Bob Glauber 8-1

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 08:21:05 -0400

He's pretty hilarious -- and a great NFL writer. His views on the zaniness around Jets camp, and the Bucs, were enjoyable. @BobGlauber

Bob Nightengale 7-31

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:59:11 -0400

The USA Today Senior MLB Columnist projects what the Rays will (or won't) do before today's trade deadline.

Howard Balzer 7-31

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:51:24 -0400

He's a senior NFL columnist for The Sports XChange and shares his thoughts on the Bucs. @HBalzer721

Dan Pompei 7-30

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:39:27 -0400

We take a look at the Brian Price from the other side, with the Chicago Tribune Senior NFL columnist/National Football Post contributor. @DanPompei

Pete Prisco 7-30

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:41:59 -0400

He's the guy who picked the Bucs to go 3-13. He talks about why. @PriscoCBS.

Neil Solondz 7-30

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 08:05:21 -0400

So do two shutout victories calm everything down? Let's ask the Rays pre and postgame host.

Amy Van Dyken 7-30

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 07:02:06 -0400

Wow! Covering the Olympics for Foxsports.com... she lets us know what's up with the Olympic Flame. Namely, it ain't burning.

Joe Smith 7-27

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:28:18 -0400

Rays beat writer for the Tampa Bay Times give his latest thoughts on the team heading right up to the trade deadline.

Mark Dominik 7-27

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:01:03 -0400

He explains the Brian Price trade, updates us on how Donald Penn got hurt, and says the team is still looking to add players for depth.

Stephen Holder 7-27

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 07:47:06 -0400

He broke the Brian Price trade. Thinks it was a pretty "abrupt" decision.

Brad Johnson 7-26

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 08:18:01 -0400

Ten years ago, HE was reporting to Bucs Training Camp, getting ready to win a Super Bowl. He has high hopes for the 2012 Bucs.

Joey Chestnut 7-26

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 07:44:22 -0400

This man will put down about 200 wings Thursday night in a eating contest at the original Hooters. As Rick said, Bon Apetit!

Tim Brando 7-25

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:02:28 -0400

One of the foremost voices on college football, talks mostly about the effect of the Penn State punishment -- but also gives us his prediction for the Gators.

Dan Connolly (Orioles) 7-25

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:53:43 -0400

He covers the current Rays opponent for the Baltimore Sun. We ask flat-out if the O's are a mirage team!

Andy Freed 7-25

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:50:12 -0400

Last chat with the Rays play-by-play man before the Trade Deadline. So what does he think will happen, if anything, by then?

Mark Robinson 7-24

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:43:29 -0400

He played with Joe Paterno. Thinks the NCAA acted too soon to punish Penn State.

Charles Robinson 7-24

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:06:17 -0400

He's a standout investigative reporter for Yahoo! and gives us his recation to the Penn State punishment. Also an update on the Miami investigation.

Neil Solondz 7-24

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 08:02:40 -0400

We ask our Rays pre- and post-game host if there will be any new passengers on the team flight home after this 10-day road trip.

NCAA Press Conference On Penn State

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 09:46:40 -0400

7-23-12 - NCAA President Mark Emmert details the punishments levied against Penn State.

Andrew Friedman 7-23

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 09:28:39 -0400

Not very good news on the Evan Longoria front... and will the team add or subtract at trade dealine?

Jay Busbee 7-23

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 08:26:15 -0400

Yahoo! Sports golf blogger puts the Adam Scott loss, er Ernie Els win, into perspective. @JayBusbee.

Julianna Zobrist 7-23

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 08:15:51 -0400

Her new EP is out ("Say It Now") and of course Mrs. Z shares some thoughts on hubby Ben.

Derrick Brooks 7-20

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 09:11:41 -0400

Derrick Brooks joined the guys in the final hour this morning to talk about the Bucs and the Storm.

Ben Nicholson-Smith 7-20

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:37:10 -0400

Ben Nicholson-Smith of MLBTradeRumors.com joins Rick and Tom to talk about the Rays and the upcoming trade deadline.

Lynn Wittenburg 7-20

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:20:32 -0400

Lynn Wittenburg talks about the 20th Anniversary of the Lightning and fan voting for the top moments in franchise history.

Tom Hamilton 7-19

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:48:09 -0400

Indians play-by-play guy, of course didn't think there was anything wrong with the umpiring on Wednesday!

Jim Callis 7-18

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 09:01:06 -0400

Baseball America Executive Editor @JimCallisBA

Matt Silverman 7-18

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 08:37:23 -0400

Rays President speaks frankly about attendance, trades (one doesn't sound likely), Upton, Maddon -- basically everything.

Dave Wills 7-18

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 08:25:06 -0400

Once they square away who's pitching Wednesday night, Tom and Rich have another enjoyable conversation with the Rays radio man.

Sheldon Ocker (Indians) 7-17

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 09:30:03 -0400

He covers the Indians for the Akron Beacon Journal.

Nastia Liukin in studio 7-17

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:34:56 -0400

She won't be competing in the Olympics -- she tried, but you know, over the hill for her sport at age 22. But the Gold Medalist will be headed to London to do some work, and on Oct. 28 will be at the Times Forum on the Tour of Gymnastics Champions.

Neil Solondz 7-17

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 07:44:04 -0400

Good thoughts on James Shields and what the Rays may be thinking heading towards the trade deadline.

Marc Topkin 7-16

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:36:18 -0400

Oh, the Rays. The Rays. What to do.

Richard Justice 7-16

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:12:00 -0400

Does fantastic work for MLB Network and MLB.com. Chats about what the Rays need to do to stay in the playoff hunt. @RichardJustice is worth a follow.

Mark Robinson 7-13

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 09:20:05 -0400

Played for Joe Paterno at Penn State. Didn't like some of the portrayal that came from the Freeh Report.

Gabe Kapler 7-13

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 08:44:26 -0400

Gabe came in-studio to talk about his new buisness ventrue Egraphs.com

Hal Bodley 7-13

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 08:16:17 -0400

The mlb.com Senior columnist gives his predictions on the 2nd half.

Jerry Crasnick 7-12

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:07:09 -0400

Baseball America Writer, and ESPN.com contributors. @JerryCrasnick

Chris Weinke 7-12

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:38:16 -0400

Chris joined The Sports Page and talked about local football talent in the bay area, and the expectaions for Josh Freeman next season.

Anders Lindback 7-12

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:21:14 -0400

New Lightning goalie sounds ready to be the No. 1 guy. Joined us live from Sweden.

Neil Solondz 7-12

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:14:04 -0400

Neil Solondz previews the second half for the Rays.

Andy Freed 7-11

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 09:14:55 -0400

How is the Rays radio broadcast viewing the team heading into the 2nd half?

Mike Tripplet (Saints) 7-11

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 08:35:14 -0400

He covers the Saints for the New Orleans Times-Picayune. What's up with Drew Brees?

Scott Miller (MLB) 7-11

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 07:33:49 -0400

He's a Senior MLB Insider for CBS Sports, and joined us as he was departing KC to give his takes on the All-Star festivities.

DeWayne Staats 7-10

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:48:21 -0400

Rays TV man checks in on the morning of the All-Star Game.

Cal Ripken 7-10

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:04:07 -0400

Who knows about All-Star Games more than this guy? He also shares his thoughts on the Rays, and can they win without Evan Longoria.

Marc Topkin 7-9

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 08:51:00 -0400

Interesting takes from Kansas City by the Times' beat writer. He thinks Shields, Upton and Pena will all be gone next season so do the Rays do a deal by the deadline?

Jason Collette 7-9

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 08:26:06 -0400

He covers the Rays for DRaysBay among others. Follow him@JasonCollette

Jim Rosenhaus (Cleveland) 7-6

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 08:42:43 -0400

Indians radio analyst talks about the Rays' opponent.

Joe Bailey (Big East) 7-6

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 07:44:21 -0400

The Big East's interim Commissioner speaks on all the changes in the conference landscape, how it affects his league, and his thoughts on the new college football playoff.

Dave Wills 7-5

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 09:12:56 -0400

Rays play-by-play man with a take on the Yanks series, and a look forward to the trip to Cleveland.

Joe Smith 7-5

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 08:24:46 -0400

Times cohort wraps up the Rays' "Meatloaf" series against New York.

Ken Davidoff 7-3

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 08:40:11 -0400

7-3-12 - NY Post MLB columnist Ken Davidoff says the Mitchell Report is garbage and he's voting everyone from the steroid era into the hall of fame.

Sami Salo 7-3

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 07:42:39 -0400

7-3-12 - New Lightning D Sami Salo discusses why he chose to come to Tampa Bay and if the NHL could be facing another labor impasse.

Neil Solondz 7-3

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 07:34:38 -0400

7-3-12 - Rays Radio analyst Neil Solondz recaps the Rays 4-3 win over the Yankees....plus his thoughts on Fernando Rodney & David Price making the ASG

Suzyn Waldman 7-2

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:50:51 -0400

7-2-12 - Yankees analyst Suzyn Waldman previews the upcoming series against the Rays plus why she believes the Rays are NOT DONE yet.

Marc Topkin 7-2

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:34:18 -0400

7-2-12 - Tampa Bay Times Rays beat reporter Marc Topkin breaks down the Rays & Yankees series.....plus how good David Price COULD be.

Jay Busbee 7-2

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 07:57:10 -0400

7-2-12 - Yahoo Sports Columnist Jay Busbee breaks down what Tiger Woods' win at the AT&T National means for his future this year.

Drew Sharp 6-29

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 08:33:03 -0400

Excellent columnist from the Detroit Free Press talking Tigers, and his column on how the college football playoff affects the Big Ten. @DrewSharp

Stan Heath 6-29

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 08:08:14 -0400

USF head basketball coach's team just found out what its Big East opponents/schedule is going to be. It's not easy!

Jon Rothstein 6-28

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:14:22 -0400

CBS Sports Network analyst with some strong opinions on Dwight Howard and a preview of Thursday's Draft.

Barry LeBrock 6-28

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:34:27 -0400

The Rays TV studio host, our first chance to get him on the air and he performs!

Andy Freed 6-27

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 09:01:46 -0400

Is @AndrewFreed33 anxious about how things are unfolding this week in Kansas City? Yes.

Jeff Passan 6-27

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:43:43 -0400

He wrote a book called "Death to the BCS" so guess where @JeffPassan of Yahoo! Sports stands on the whole playoff thing?

Joie Chitwood 6-27

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:04:32 -0400

Daytona Speedway President, who happens to be a Tampa guy

Rex Hudler 6-26

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 09:03:02 -0400

Royals TV play-by-play guy famous for his enthusiasm.

Slater Koekkoek 6-26

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:43:25 -0400

First chance to get to know the Lightning's top draft pick.

Neil Solondz 6-26

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 07:43:52 -0400

Mixed couple of days for the Rays to recap, plus a guess on when we'll see some of the injured players. @RaysRadio to tweet at Neil.

Ryan Lefebvre (Royals) 6-25

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:51:16 -0400

He calls games for Royals TV. Says if they had the Rays' talent, Kaufmann Stadium would be sold out every night.

Marc Topkin 6-25

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 06:49:41 -0400

Checking in on his way to KC, the Times Rays beat reporter talks about the importance of Sunday's sweep, Maddon's reaction to the Peralta incident, and gves us a Longo/Joyce/Scott injury update.

Steve Duemig (NHL Draft) 6-22

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 08:49:30 -0400

Reporting live from Pittsburgh for the NHL Draft. He speculates the Bolts will make some sort of trade today.

Eric Reid (Heat TV) 6-22

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 08:40:56 -0400

After getting home from celebrating his Miami Heat winning the title, the team's TV play-by-play man joined the program.

David Murphy (Phils) 6-22

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 08:14:00 -0400

Used to write for the Times, now covers the Phillies for the Philadelphia Daily News. Love the Twitter handle too @HighCheese.

Adam Kilgore 6-21

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:43:11 -0400

Washington Post Nationals beat reporter gives us some insight into Davey Johnson's thinking. @AdamKilgoreWP

Bobby "the Chief" Taylor 6-21

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:34:09 -0400

Lightning broadcaster sets us up for the Draft on Friday, and as a goalie lends his thoughts on Anders Lindback.

Dave Wills 6-21

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:31:05 -0400

Always opinionated is Rays radio play-by-play man -- of course he has some pointed comments on this whole pine-tar thing.

Hal Bodley 6-21

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:19:31 -0400

MLB.com columnist enjoys the back-and-forth between Joe Maddon and Hal Bodley.

Ryan Nece 6-20

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 09:31:46 -0400

Talking about an upcoming event but also about the Bucs, and a little on the Peralta incident -- how did/do NFL players similarly get an "advantage"?

Bob Nightengale 6-20

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 09:29:40 -0400

USA Today Senior Baseball Writer weighs in on the Peralta pine-tar incident. And Roger Clemens/Hall of Fame.

Talib attorney Frank Perez 6-19

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:00:54 -0400

The attorney for Bucs CB Aqib Talib speaks a day after all of the pending assault charges were dropped.

Dave Andreychuk 6-19

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:54:52 -0400

His take on the Lindback trade and the Draft coming this Friday.

Charlie Slowes 6-19

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:15:36 -0400

You all remember him! Former Rays radio play-by-play man has been on the Nationals' air for several years. We get a preview of Rays and Nats. @Charlie_Slowes

Neil Solondz 6-19

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 07:41:44 -0400

Rays pre/postgame host with his reaction to the Longoria rehab setback, and the Nats/Phils series coming up.

Joe Smith 6-18

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:14:40 -0400

Rays beat writer covered the weekend series where Tampa Bay took 2 of 3 from the Marlins.

Matt Vasgersian 6-15

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:37:04 -0400

He's calling Friday's Nats-Yankees game for MLB Network but has plenty to say on the Rays.

Andy Freed 6-15

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:37:49 -0400

The Rays get swept by the Mets. What happened! We ask the radio play-by-play voice.

Wally Szczerbiak 6-15

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:29:10 -0400

Talking NBA Finals. @WSZczerbiak also getting ready to cover the Draft.

Jamie Dukes 6-15

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:15:37 -0400

NFL Network analyst with some interesting comments on the Bucs -- says they have as much talent as any NFL foster. Also doing some good work to try and fight childhood obesity.

Jay Busbee 6-14

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 09:23:06 -0400

Yahoo! Sports national golf columnist previews the U.S. Open for us

Peter Vescey 6-14

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:43:51 -0400

Hall of Fame NBA writer, with New York Post. He talks about the Finals but then you HAVE to check out what he said about Jim Rome's "stupid" question to David Stern!

Brian Anderson 6-14

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:18:25 -0400

Rays' TV broadcaster weighs in on the near no-no by R.A. Dickey.

Greg Cote 6-13

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 09:03:30 -0400

He covers the Heat but also the Marlins, interesting comments about the underwhelming effect of the new stadium. @GregCote

Eric Reid 6-13

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:42:19 -0400

He's been the Miami Heat's TV man since their inception.@EReidMiamiHeat.

Mike Puma 6-13

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:34:14 -0400

He covers the Mets for the New York Post and fills us in on some of their guys. @NYPost_Mets

Elliot Johnson 6-12

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 08:58:39 -0400

He's doing a cool reading event at Child Park YMCA Tuesday. And check out his Tim Kurkjian impression! Hilarious!

Neil Solondz 6-12

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 07:40:58 -0400

Heading into their series with the Mets we talk with Rays' pregame and postgame radio host. Who does he think is the team's offensive MVP so far?

Phil Esposito 6-11

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 09:07:41 -0400

Let's see if Espo thinks we may get a Game 7, also what he thinks about the reason for the low TV ratings, and the Bolts' goaltending.

Brian Davis 6-11

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 09:02:21 -0400

Great insiight on the OKC Thunder from their television play-by-play guy.

Joe Smith 6-11

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 08:33:11 -0400

Rays beat writer for Tampa Bay Times, he covered the successfully-ended road trip. @TBTimesRays2

Rennie Curran 6-11

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 07:39:31 -0400

He's trying to get himself into the Buccaneer LB rotation. Talks about how things are going with Greg Schiano.

Joe Frisaro 6-8

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 09:01:36 -0400

Covers the Marlins for MLB.com.

WARREN SAPP 6-8

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 08:47:44 -0400

Another exclusive, Sapp Daddy dishes on Dilfer, Keyshawn, Kiffin -- and props up Paul Gruber. As only Warren Sapp can.

JOSH FREEMAN 6-8

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 07:37:17 -0400

In an exclusive with WDAE the Bucs quarterback, he talks about the new offense, his new toys. He has a youth camp coming up this week (joshfreemancamp.com for details).

Andrew Beyer 6-7

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 10:24:39 -0400

Can I'll Have Another do it? We ask the Daily Racing Form horse racing expert.

Dave Wills 6-7

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 08:37:57 -0400

Talking about the woebegone Rays and their non offense from the Bronx. Hit Dave up on twitter he's very active there@DaveWills34.

Danny Knobler 6-7

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 08:34:51 -0400

National columnist for CBS Sports just wrote an article about going to a more balanced schedule... we talk about the Rays and how that news may affect them. @DKnobler

Sean Deveney 6-6

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 09:38:32 -0400

Both road teams up 3-2 after being down 0-2, what an NFA semis we're having. Sean writes for Sporting News.

Joe Smith 6-6

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 08:30:51 -0400

Times cohort is covering the series in Nwe York.

Erik Boland 6-5

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 09:02:47 -0400

He covers the Yankees for Newsday. @EBoland11.

Reggie Deal 6-5

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 08:30:42 -0400

He tourend 30 ballparks in 30 days. Oh, he's also blind.

Neil Solondz 6-5

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 07:41:11 -0400

Rays' pre-and postgame host touches a little on top Draft pick Richie Schaffer, then sets us up for a big series in the Bronx.

Kevin Goldstein 6-4

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:51:52 -0400

Baseball Prospectus writer gives us a preview of the MLB Draft. @KevinGoldstein

Chris Sheridan 6-4

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:36:00 -0400

Editor-in-Chief of an outstanding NBA website, sheridanhoops.com @SheridanHoops

Jason Cole 6-4

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:25:33 -0400

The Yahoo! Sports senior writer broke the Saints "ledger" story. @JasonColeYahoo.

Ron Darling 6-1

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:18:02 -0400

He works MLB for TBS and has plenty to say on the Rays.

Andy Freed 6-1

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 08:53:32 -0400

Rays radio guy waxes nostalgiac on the dissoluation of TWIB. Also talks some Rays (they're struggling).

Jim Fox 5-31 (LA Kings)

Thu, 31 May 2012 08:21:54 -0400

LA Kings TV analyst, obviously he's happy with how Game 1 ended.

Dhani Jones 5-31

Thu, 31 May 2012 08:15:51 -0400

Bow-tied former NFL talks the game, and about why he'll be hanging out with Joe Maddon this weekend.

E.J. Hradek 5-30

Wed, 30 May 2012 09:38:23 -0400

Senior Reproter for NHL Network and NHL.com previews the Stanley Cup finals.

Mark Gonzalez 5-30

Wed, 30 May 2012 08:34:24 -0400

Chicago Tribune beat reporter for the White Sox, who are continuing their recent hot run at Rays' expense.

Neil Solondz 5-30

Wed, 30 May 2012 07:53:22 -0400

Rays pregame host from the Trop EARLY today.

Bill Melton 5-29

Tue, 29 May 2012 08:50:04 -0400

WhiteSox former player, now covers the team on TV for Comcast.

Rob Higgins 5-29

Tue, 29 May 2012 07:55:05 -0400

Executive Director of the Tamap Bay Sports Commission, which is putting on the Sneaker Soiree Thursday night. Rob wants Tampa to host the national title in college football too, if possible.

Jon Paul Morosi 5-25

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:53:58 -0400

FOX Sports columnist just posted a column on the death of the offensive catcher in MLB... and we chat about the AL East.

Dave O' Brien 5-25

Fri, 25 May 2012 08:46:46 -0400

Boston Red Sox radio analyst says this is a much bigger series for the Sox than for the Rays.

Tod Leiweke 5-25

Fri, 25 May 2012 07:54:29 -0400

Lightning CEO updates us on what improvements are coming to the Forum, and the prospects of the Vinik group buying Channelside.

Bill Hancock 5-24

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:45:45 -0400

The BCS Executive Director has always been against playoffs in college football, but now is changing his tune a little. And check out the praise for Tampa at the end!

Mitch Williams 5-24

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:25:01 -0400

MLB Network analyst loves the Rays -- and, uh, has some rather pointed comments on why the attendance is so low.

Steve Yzerman 5-24

Thu, 24 May 2012 08:18:57 -0400

He's been checking out the successful Norfolk affiliate, and scouring the country for talent with the Draft upcoming. Prefers a goalie who could be with the team for 20 years...

Ken Ericksen 5-24

Thu, 24 May 2012 07:49:55 -0400

Bulls softball has a MAJOR opportunity tihs weekend. No USF team has ever made it to the national championship round, and this squad will get to the CWS if it beats Hofstra this weekeend.

Derrick Brooks 5-23

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:00:27 -0400

President of the Storm talks about his team, and of course the news of the day in the NFL.

Chucky Atkins 5-23

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:50:55 -0400

Set to be inducted into the USF Hall of Fame, and gives us his thoughts on the NBA Playoffs. He likes Spurs to win it all.

Steven Stamkos 5-23

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:41:05 -0400

Great to catch up with our vote for NHL MVP!

Dave Wills 5-23

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:32:37 -0400

Rays play-by-play man, not a big fan of the day game after a late night! But he still got up to join us.

DeWayne Staats 5-22

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:59:37 -0400

Rays TV play-by-play man wraps up the first day of the Sports Page in style!

Alan Ashby 5-22

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:50:37 -0400

He's the Toronto play-by-play radio guy, former Jays catcher.

Matt Silverman 5-22

Tue, 22 May 2012 08:33:17 -0400

Rays President discusses the team's current play and yes, we get to the Stadium.

Andrew Brandt 5-22

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:59:22 -0400

President of the National Football Post (@ADBrandt) has his take on the Winslow deal.

Neil Solondz 5-22

Tue, 22 May 2012 07:41:05 -0400

First guest on the Show!! Rays pre- and post-agme host summarizes the team's current defensive troubles and more.