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Tampa Bay Rays Podcast

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Tampa Bay Rays
Major League Baseball
Baseball
Tropicana Field
Historic Gas Plant District Development Project
St. Petersburg
Spring Training
MLB
Steinbrenner Field
Junior Caminero
Kyle Snyder
World Series
Rays Baseball
Historic Gas Plant District Redevelopment Project
Evan Longoria
Erik Neander
Kevin Cash
Baltimore Orioles
Minor League Baseball
Drew Rasmussen

“This Week in Rays Baseball” features Chris Adams-Wall bringing you in-depth interviews that help you get to know Rays players, coaches, and executives on a personal level, plus weekly news and notes.

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Latest Episodes

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Victor Mesa Jr., pitching coach Kyle Snyder, Senior Director of Baseball Performance Science Joe Myers, & Rays TV Reporter Kendra Douglas.

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Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays pitcher Nick Martinez, Senior Advisor in Baseball Operations Brandon Hyde, Executive Director of Buddy Baseball Russ Oberbroeckling, & voice of Rays Radio Andy Freed.

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Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson, Assistant Hitting Coach Ozzie Timmons, President & CEO of Feeding Tampa Bay Thomas Mantz, & Rays TV Pregame/Postgame Analyst Grant Balfour.

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Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays outfielder Ryan Vilade, Bench Coach Rodney Linares, prospect Aiden Cremarosa, & Rays TV play-by-play announcer Dewayne Staats

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Recent Guests

Nick Martinez
Former Cincinnati Red, Rays pitcher
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Episode: Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Brandon Hyde
Rays Senior Advisor in Baseball Operations and former big league manager
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Russ Oberbroeckling
Executive Director of Buddy Baseball
Buddy Baseball
Episode: Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Andy Freed
Voice of the Rays
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Chandler Simpson
Rays outfielder, speed/defense focus
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: Chandler Simpson & Ozzie Timmons
Ozzie Timmons
Rays Assistant Hitting Coach
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: Chandler Simpson & Ozzie Timmons
Thomas Mantz
President and CEO of Feeding Tampa Bay
Feeding Tampa Bay
Episode: Chandler Simpson & Ozzie Timmons
Ryan Vilade
Rays infielder/outfielder, Big Rig nickname origin
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: Ryan Vilade & Rodney Linares
Aiden Cremarosa
River Dogs right-handed pitcher
Charleston River Dogs (Rays minor league affiliate)
Episode: Ryan Vilade & Rodney Linares

Hosts

Chris Adams-Wall
Host of This Week In Rays Baseball; long-running Rays interviewer with deep organizational access
Bill Walsh
Chief Business Officer; regular voice on strategy, fan engagement, and venue upgrades
Ken Babby
Rays Chief Executive Officer; offers official updates on ownership transition and organizational direction

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Hope the show improves

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Chemdude
    10 months ago
  • Rays Up!

    Give them a listen. Very entertaining and great content about the Rays.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PNW👍🏻
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bias against the new stadium deal. Here to stay.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Chemdude
    a year ago
  • I used to love this podcast…

    Until they replaced Neil. He was such a good interviewer and had an encyclopedic knowledge about all things Rays. He’s great at asking questions because he’s so well researched and has a pulse on the organization. And he has relationships with a lot of the players and front office which made the interviews go smoothly. So it’s a shame that the new guy sounds like a college kid reading poorly crafted questions off of a notecard. Maybe he’ll get better with time, but Neil was perfect for this job ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Chelseafan0082627
    United States3 years ago
  • Dave Willis tribute

    A beautiful tribute to a man whose voice kept Rays baseball fans in the U.K. company into the early hours during the season.

    This podcast is always informative and entertaining. Today’s was emotional as a well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheWoodBoys
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate deep-dive conversations and insider access to team culture and development.
Some fans feel sound quality and hosting style vary across episodes, impacting experience.
Positive notes often highlight insightful guest perspectives and timely seasonal updates.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#212
United States/Sports/Baseball
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#250
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#69
France/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#27
Chile/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#85
Netherlands/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#116
South Korea/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chandler Simpson & Ozzie Timmons
Q: How does Chandler Simpson stay so fast and avoid overextending himself at the plate?
Simpson is described as staying within himself, using bunts when necessary, and focusing on contact and putting the ball in play to apply pressure rather than chasing big swings.
Chandler Simpson & Ozzie Timmons
Q: What has been working so well offensively for the Rays this season?
Ozzie Timmons attributes the success to a combination of team-wide pressure at the plate, aggressive but controlled approach, and the ability to put the ball in play and attack pitchers, which leads to fewer strikeouts and more high-quality at-bats.
Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Q: What has it been like working with Rays Pitching Coach Kyle Snyder?
The communication and preparation are outstanding; there's a strong trust in Snyder, and he helps guide the process with detailed scouting reports and in-game talks that support the players.
Nick Martinez & Brandon Hyde
Q: What has stood out to you most during your first months with the Rays?
The people and the cohesive, communicative culture; leadership under Eric Neander and the openness to involve different roles, which has helped this group grow together.
Nick Fortes & Corey Dickerson
Q: What lessons have you taken from your time in the minor leagues and how do you apply them with the Rays?
Fortes explains learning through adversity, working with coaches, and translating minor league experiences into major league readiness and consistency.

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A frequent Rays-focused series that blends player, coach, and executive interviews with team news and behind-the-scenes culture. Episodes often center on roster development, spring training narratives, in-season performance, and community initiatives tied to baseball and the Tropicana Field experience. Notable strengths include in-depth personal stories, long-form conversations with a mix of current players, coaches, and frontline staff, plus periodic specialist segments on mental health, broadcasting, and fan engagement. A standout aspect is the ongoing integration of front-office and on-field perspectives, offering listeners a holistic view of the organization's philosophy, culture, and community impact. This makes it helpful for fans, po... more

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1. Nick Martinez
2. Brandon Hyde
3. Russ Oberbroeckling
4. Andy Freed
5. Chandler Simpson
6. Ozzie Timmons
7. Thomas Mantz
8. Ryan Vilade

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