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Sports Day Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay Times
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NFL
Tampa Bay Rays
Baker Mayfield
Tampa Bay Lightning
Mike Evans
Todd Bowles
Rays
Buccaneers
New Orleans Saints
Lightning
Super Bowl
New England Patriots
Carolina Panthers
NHL
Montreal Canadiens
NFC South
College Football
Junior Caminero
Atlanta Falcons

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 Baker Mayfield's comments regarding his lack of contract extension with the Buccaneers. He said he felt 'disrespected' and 'undervalued' while being dissappointed team wouldn't give him more than a 2-year deal for a ... more

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers first day of Training Camp as Tristan Wirfs and Vita Vea didn't participate after 'tweaking' something on Tuesday. How does Vita Vea's trade request and Baker Mayfield's contract status impact the team... more

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Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield reporting to Training Camp without a new contract. He will play this season under his old deal and then become a free agent in March. Add that with Vita Vea's trade req... more

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Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Vita Vea's request that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers trade him as he enters the final year of a 4-year contract that will pay him more than $17 million this year. How will this impact the defense, the team and Baker Mayf... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Baker
Sports writer covering college football for The Athletic and The New York Times presence
The Athletic / The New York Times / Tampa Bay Times
Episode: College Football NIL, Salary Cap & Possible Conference Realignment + Junior Caminero X-Rays Negative
Jason Light
Buccaneers general manager
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Vita Vea Attending, But Not Participating, In Bucs Minicamp and Baker Mayfield on Last Season
Jason Licht
GM of Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Inside Bucs-Baker Mayfield Contract Talks, Rays Lose 2-of-3 to Angels & US Wins World Cup Opener
Todd Bowles
Head Coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Episode: Inside Bucs-Baker Mayfield Contract Talks, Rays Lose 2-of-3 to Angels & US Wins World Cup Opener
Jeffrey Hess
Owner of Breitling Boutique
Breitling Boutique
Episode: Rays Take 2-of-3 From Angels While MLB and the Players Exchange CBA Proposals
Tom Jones
Former Tampa Bay Times columnist; longtime Tampa Bay media analyst
Poynter Institute for Media Studies
Episode: Rick and Tom on John Tortorella, The Lightning's Season & Old Sports Writing Stories
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

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 401 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 States6 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 States7 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 States8 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 States2 years 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

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#119
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#170
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#172
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#242
Australia/Sports/Football
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#15
Singapore/Sports/Football
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#33
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rick and Tom Telling Old Press Box Stories
Q: What has been your all-time worst stadium experience?
Rick shares a multi-layered story from Candlestick Park, describing relentless rain, dangerous walking conditions, and the challenge of securing a good press position with limited seating, which contrasts with the modern expectations for comfort and access.
Rick and Tom On Jon Gruden As A Play-By-Play Announcer
Q: If Gruden does well, what happens next in his career?
If he proves successful, it could lead to additional opportunities, potentially securing a longer-term broadcast role or moving into prime assignments on major networks.
Rick and Tom On Jon Gruden As A Play-By-Play Announcer
Q: Could Gruden actually succeed as a play-by-play announcer, and who would you pair him with?
A successful pairing would require a strong, analytical play-by-play voice or a high-profile co-host who can balance Gruden's hyperbole with steadier commentary; potential fits could include experienced analysts or former players who can keep the broadcast on track.
Rick and Tom On Jon Gruden As A Play-By-Play Announcer
Q: Jon Gruden, like, is there any truth to this rumor now?
Yes, there were reports that Gruden was exploring a play-by-play role, though the hosts remain skeptical about how that would work given his personality and the dynamics of a typical broadcast team.
Inside Bucs-Baker Mayfield Contract Talks, Rays Lose 2-of-3 to Angels & US Wins World Cup Opener
Q: What could it take for Baker to get a deal done before training camp?
The hosts discuss that proximity on a contract, with Bowles suggesting health and turnovers are central, and Licht noting the potential use of a franchise tag as a placeholder if a deal isn't reached, while both acknowledge the deadline pressures and the possibility of delaying negotiations until closer to training camp.

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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:

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2. Jason Light
3. Jason Licht
4. Todd Bowles
5. Jeffrey Hess
6. Tom Jones
7. Mark Tompkin
8. Baker Mayfield

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