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The Bucs are getting ready for Sunday's showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but all eyes are on Baker Mayfield! Did Tampa Bay's starting QB practice or finally get a chance to throw with his injured right thumb? TKras breaks down the latest injury report, what Todd Bowles is saying about Baker's status, and whether rookie Jalon Daniels should be preparing for another start. Plus, which Buccaneers players popped up on the injury report? Safety Antoine Winfield Jr. is dealing with a rib issue, while linebacker SirVocea Dennis and cornerback Benjamin Morrison are also working through injuries. What does it all mean for Tampa Bay's chances against Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers? Get the latest Bucs injury news and what to watch heading into Sunday!

The Tampa Bay Rays have a BIG offseason decision ahead of them: Can they afford to keep Freddy Peralta?! Since arriving from the New York Mets at the MLB Trade Deadline, Peralta has found his groove and become a major piece of Tampa Bay’s pitching staff. After the Rays invested three prospects to bring the two-time All-Star to Tampa Bay, should the front office open its wallet and try to lock him up long-term, or is Peralta simply a rental the Rays can't afford to keep? TKras breaks down the pitching staff, the roster decisions facing the front office, and what it could take financially to keep Peralta in a Rays uniform beyond 2026. Is keeping an established ace worth stretching the budget, or should Tampa Bay stick to its usual approach? Rays fans, what would YOU do?!

The Rays are battling for a trip to the World Series, but the conversation after their 3-1 ALCS Game 2 win over the Cleveland Guardians isn't just about baseball — it's about attendance at Tropicana Field! The game drew 32,125 fans, short of the stadium's capacity, and the debate is heating up. Should Tampa Bay fans be showing up in bigger numbers for a team making a deep postseason run? Or do ticket prices, weekday schedules, and the overall ballpark experience deserve some of the blame? TKras breaks down both sides of the argument and asks the question every Rays fan should weigh in on: How do we get more people through the gates to support this team? Let's hear from you!

It's Bucs vs. Steelers, and the chess match is ON! Todd Bowles and Tampa Bay's defense face a major challenge against Aaron Rodgers and Pittsburgh as the Buccaneers look to protect home turf at Raymond James Stadium. Can Bowles dial up the pressure, confuse Rodgers, and force the mistakes Tampa Bay needs? Or will the veteran quarterback find a way to carve up the Bucs' defense? On the other side of the ball, Tampa Bay needs to execute, protect the football, and take advantage of its opportunities. TKras breaks down the key matchups, the biggest X-factors, and what Tampa Bay MUST do to come away with a win. Who ya got on Sunday — Bucs or Steelers?!

The Tampa Bay Rays have some BIG offseason decisions ahead, and TKras is asking the tough questions! With the Rays making a run in the ALCS, how will the front office build on this success heading into 2027? Will Tampa Bay find a way to keep Freddy Peralta after acquiring him at the trade deadline? And what about Nick Martinez, whose contract situation could make him another key decision for the front office? The Rays have to balance keeping their competitive window open with managing payroll and building for the future. TKras breaks down the players who could stay, the tough calls ahead, and what Tampa Bay needs to do to keep this team in contention. Who would YOU bring back?

Big week for Tampa Bay sports! WTSP’s Evan Closky joins TKras to break down the Rays heading into a pivotal Game 3 of the ALCS against the Guardians in Cleveland. After evening the series with a 3-1 win in Game 2, can Tampa Bay take control on the road? And what about the Rays’ decision to turn to Griffin Jax as their Game 3 starter?

Plus, the Buccaneers are getting ready for a Sunday showdown with Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Raymond James Stadium. Can rookie QB Jalon Daniels keep the momentum rolling, or is Baker Mayfield getting closer to returning from his thumb injury? Evan and TKras dig into the biggest questions facing both Tampa Bay teams and what fans should be watching next!

WHAT ARE THE RAYS THINKING?! Tampa Bay heads to Cleveland for a pivotal Game 3 of the ALCS, and the decision to hand the ball to Griffin Jax has TKras asking some serious questions! After using Jax out of the bullpen in the ALDS, the Rays are turning to him to start against a Guardians team playing in front of its home crowd. Is this a smart matchup move by Kevin Cash, or are the Rays getting too creative at the worst possible time? With the series tied 1-1, every pitching decision matters. TKras breaks down the strategy, the risks, and what Tampa Bay MUST do to take control of the ALCS. Rays fans, do you trust this plan?!

Is Baker Mayfield getting closer to a return?! The Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB is working his way back from a dislocated right thumb, and all eyes are on whether he can grip and throw a football this week. The latest reports say Baker was not on the practice field Wednesday, October 14, but he is expected to test his throwing ability as he continues his recovery. So, what's the outlook for Sunday's showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers? Could Baker suit up, or will rookie Jalon Daniels make his third straight start? TKras breaks down the latest injury news, what needs to happen for Baker to play, and what his potential absence means for the Bucs. Bucs fans, are you expecting Baker back this week?!

The Tampa Bay Rays bounce back in a big way, taking Game 2 of the ALCS with a 3-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians to even the series at 1-1! Freddy Peralta delivered a stellar performance, Liam Hicks came through with a clutch two-run single, and the Rays’ bullpen shut the door. Now the series heads to Cleveland for three crucial games. Can the Rays carry this momentum on the road, or will the Guardians defend their home turf? TKras breaks down the key moments, the pitching matchup, and what Tampa Bay must do next to get one step closer to the World Series.

The Rays have evened the ALCS, but Nick Wize isn't letting a Game 2 victory distract him from some serious red flags! Nick breaks down Tampa Bay's remarkable 89-0 record when leading after eight innings, Freddy Peralta's wild outing, Junior Caminero's defensive improvement, and why Cleveland's mistakes helped fuel a questionable three-run fourth inning. Could this series go seven games? Nick also battles frustrated Rays fans over his realistic takes, debates Chandler Simpson leading off, questions MLB's ridiculous dynamic ticket pricing at the Trop, sounds off on commercials interrupting at-bats, and reacts to Thursday's Game 3 moving to 1 PM. Buccaneers play-by-play voice Tony Castricone joins the show to celebrate his first NFL victory, discuss the team's belief in Jalon Daniels, Baker Mayfield's injury status, Tampa Bay's improving defense, and whether Pittsburgh is overworking Jaylen Warren. Plus, Chris Mathis returns to defend his Ticket Price is Right crown against Producer Tim, and a hilarious listener call leaves Nick more confused than ever about whether a tie REALLY goes to the runner!