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Sports Day Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Times
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NFL
Baker Mayfield
Tampa Bay Rays
Tampa Bay Lightning
Mike Evans
Todd Bowles
Buccaneers
Rays
College Football
Super Bowl
Atlanta Falcons
New Orleans Saints
Chris Godwin
Lightning
NHL
New England Patriots
Buffalo Bills
NFC South
Carolina Panthers

Join award-winning journalist Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times and co-host Steve Versnick every weekday as they dive deep into the biggest stories in Tampa Bay sports. From the Buccaneers and Rays to the Lightning, USF, and more — they go beyond the headlines to give you the insight you can't find anywhere else. It’s the ultimate insider’s guide to Tampa Bay sports. New episodes drop every weekd... more

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Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Tampa Bay Rays series win over the Angels despite giving up 14 runs on Saturday. Drew Rasmussen struggled but Shane McClanahan was great on Sunday, Yandy Diaz and Jonathan Aranda continue to rake while Junior Cam... more

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute discuss the Tampa Bay Rays recent 4-game slide and what it means for the season moving forward, will the Bucs stadium plans hinder the Rays ability to get a deal done and the expections for the Tam... more

Rick Stroud and Tom Jones from the Poynter Institute reminisce on old sportswriting stories and their co-workers, John Tortorella has the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final when taking over in April and what to make of the Tampa Bay Lightn... more

RIck Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 3rd straight loss as the defense commits 3 more errors and the bats are silent again. The Rays did add 9-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel who pitched a solid inning on Tuesday. Plus the Bucs OTAs are underway as ... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Topkin
Rays beat writer for the Tampa Bay Times
Tampa Bay Times
Episode: Marc Topkin on Rays Opening Day, New Faces, Returning to Tropicana Field & Junior Caminero's Star
Mark Tompkin
Rays beat writer
Tampa Bay Times
Episode: Bucs Sign A Linebacker So What About Lavonte David, Plus Gators Lose, Hodgson Leaves USF and Kucherov's Scoring
Baker Mayfield
Quarterback in the NFL
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Baker Mayfield on Mike Evans' Future With Bucs & Lightning Win and Get Ready For Stadium Series
Emeka Egbuka
Rookie NFL player and former standout baseball player.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Bucs' Injured List Is Getting Long, RB Coach Skip Peete Needs Medical Attention & Egbuka's Alternate Career
Tom Jones
Longtime columnist at Tampa Bay Times and media analyst
Poynter Institute of Media Studies
Episode: Rick and Tom On The Outrage Over Poll Voters & Ryan Clarks Latest Apology
Jason Licht
General Manager of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Bucs GM Jason Licht on 12 Seasons With Team, Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield, Jameis Winston and More
Amanda Vandervort
President of USL Super League
USL Super League
Episode: Hassan Reddick Not At Bucs OTAs, Drew Rasmussen's Scoreless Streak & USL Super League's Amanda Vandervort
Eduardo Encina
Sports journalist covering the Tampa Bay Lightning
Tampa Bay Times
Episode: Bucs Open OTAs & Lightning-Panthers Preview
Joey Knight
Covers college football for the Tampa Bay Times
Tampa Bay Times
Episode: College Football Playoff, Gators and USF Season Review & UCF Hires Scott Frost Again

Hosts

Rick Stroud
Host of Sports Day Tampa Bay, longtime Tampa Bay Times journalist with deep access to local teams.
Steve Versnick
Co-host and producer with a strong presence in local sports discourse and show banter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 400 ratings
  • Mark from Chicago

    I’m listening to the Pod and I realized that I haven’t written a review. 5 ⭐️’s. I’ve been listening since day 1. I’m a daily listener. I listen to most shows unless it’s an all Rays baseball show. I’m not a big baseball fan. I do download anyway to help the pod. I’m a big fan of Rick’s. I love all the inside jokes that only true listeners would know. The Gruden. “Here’s what I think I think.” Rick can’t go to Lightning games. He can’t go on vacation without some giant story hitting. The mailbag... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @stickystache_bbq
    United States4 months ago
  • Best Tampa area pod

    Great, smart listen. Way better than the local Tampa radio station where they yell at you and talk like everybody is an idiot. Thankful for this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fsucb
    United States5 months ago
  • 5 stars as usual

    Love y’all!

    Hey Rick, can you please mention that Zyon’s issue is HE NEVER GETS HIS HEAD around to locate the ball, never! That can be coached out of him and it never changes! Love you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buc fan in Charlotte
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show

    Far and away best way to keep up on Tampa Bay sports. Funny and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evan E W
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic listen

    Being a Montreal native but growing to appreciate & follow the local Tampa area teams, Rick and Steve (ok ok and Tom sometimes) give such a balanced and thorough analysis 5 days a week that make my commute so much better. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charles Westcott
    United Statesa year ago

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Many fans value the mix of analysis and personal anecdotes from Rick and Steve.
Some listeners note a desire for more Rick-focused segments and smoother banter with certain guests.
Listeners praise insider access to Tampa Bay teams and journalistic tone.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#137
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#183
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#168
Germany/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#195
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#7
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#33
Brazil/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

NFLPA Team Report Cards Leak, Mike Evans' Future with Bucs & Lightning Lose In Carolina
Q: What could keep Mike Evans in Tampa?
A combination of competitive salary, a belief in roster improvement through the draft and free agency, and a convincing plan that the team can win with the current core.
NFLPA Team Report Cards Leak, Mike Evans' Future with Bucs & Lightning Lose In Carolina
Q: Lucy asks why Mike Evans would leave if the Buccaneers stay healthy and maintain culture.
The hosts suggest Evans would consider money and the opportunity to win a championship elsewhere, noting Tom Brady's influence as a template and the appeal of free agency for a final big contract.
Jason Licht Speaks on Mike Evans Leaving Plus Mailbags on Bucs Running Backs, Rays Wins & More
Q: Who's going to handle the tough yards with Evans gone, and how will the backfield rotation look?
Sean Tucker appears to be the short-yardage/goal-line hammer, with Gainwell bringing efficiency and blocking, suggesting a committee rather than one feature back.
Jason Licht Speaks on Mike Evans Leaving Plus Mailbags on Bucs Running Backs, Rays Wins & More
Q: This 2026 Buc season feels like the last year of a Gruden era reset, what's the vibe around One Buc now that Evans is gone?
The vibe is cautious realism; they're not chasing a big free-agent spree, they're rebuilding through the draft, managing the cap, and hoping core players develop to stay competitive.
Rick and Tom on the World Baseball Classic, Video Reviews and Getting Ejected From Games
Q: First of all, what did you catch any of that? What did you love?
Tom Jones describes getting hooked on the World Baseball Classic, praising the edge-of-seat drama and the sense that the tournament brought a renaissance feel to baseball, with players delivering big performances and fans reacting with a rare, global energy.

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A weekday Tampa Bay sports briefing that blends deep-dive analysis with insider reporting. The show covers the Buccaneers, Rays, and Lightning, plus regional developments, with a focus on depth charts, payroll dynamics, stadium talk, and local sports culture. Notable strengths include strong access to local teams, candid commentary, and a lively banter that keeps complex topics engaging for dedicated regional fans. The format often shifts from game recaps to front-office philosophy and community-level stories, making it useful for listeners who want both tactical insight and broader context around Tampa Bay sports.

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Recent guests on Sports Day Tampa Bay include:

1. Marc Topkin
2. Mark Tompkin
3. Baker Mayfield
4. Emeka Egbuka
5. Tom Jones
6. Jason Licht
7. Amanda Vandervort
8. Eduardo Encina

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