It was a BIG weekend in Tampa Bay, and The Drive with TKras covered it all! TKras breaks down the Rays’ latest success on the field and reacts to the HUGE news that Tampa Bay has a forever home for Rays baseball. What does it mean for the organization, the fans and the entire Tampa Bay community? Plus, TKras takes a deep dive into the Buccaneers’ 53-man roster, examining the team’s biggest strengths, weaknesses, needs and potential concerns heading into the 2026 season. TKras is joined by Evan Closky of WTSP for a wide-ranging Tampa Bay sports conversation, and Chris Mathis joins TKras for Good, Bad & Ugly, featuring a recap of Chris’ motivational speech, plenty of laughs and even more opinions on the future of Rays and Bucs football. A jam-packed show with plenty of reasons for Tampa Bay sports fans to be excited!

TKras and Chris Mathis break down their GOOD, BAD & UGLY from a wild weekend! Chris delivers a big motivational speech that gets everyone fired up, while TKras weighs in on the huge Tampa Bay Rays stadium news and what it means for the future of baseball in Tampa Bay. Plus, the guys dive into the Buccaneers’ 53-man roster and discuss the biggest strengths, concerns and storylines heading into 2026. Plenty of laughs, opinions and Tampa Bay sports talk — don’t miss it!

TKras takes a deep dive into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 53-man roster and asks the biggest question heading into 2026: are there any TRUE concerns with this team? From the roster’s biggest strengths to potential weaknesses and areas that could become problems, TKras breaks down where the Bucs stand and what fans should be watching closely as the season approaches.

TKras is joined by Evan Closky of WTSP for a big Tampa Bay sports conversation! The guys dive into where the Tampa Bay Rays stand right now and what the latest means for the future of Rays baseball. Plus, the Buccaneers are finalizing their 53-man roster — so where is this team truly wealthy with talent, and where are they coming up short? TKras and Evan break down the biggest strengths, weaknesses, needs and questions surrounding both Tampa Bay teams!

TKras reacts to the incredible news that the Tampa Bay Rays have a forever home right here in Tampa Bay! What does this mean for the future of Rays baseball, the fans, and the entire Tampa Bay community? TKras explains why keeping the Rays here is such a HUGE deal and why the future of baseball in this area is looking better than ever. This is awesome news for Rays fans — and TKras tells you exactly why!

TKras takes a deep dive into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 53-man roster, breaking down the biggest strengths, weaknesses, needs and wants for this team moving forward. Where do the Bucs need to improve? What positions could use more depth? And are there any major concerns heading into the season? TKras tells all and gives his thoughts on what Tampa Bay needs to do next.

A big weekend, a big win, and a lot to like in Tampa Bay. TKras dives into the Rays’ latest success on the field and the positive momentum building off it. Is this the kind of weekend that can spark something bigger for the organization and its fan base?

TKras and Rays radio play-by-play announcer Andy Freed look back on the long road to finally getting the Rays’ stadium deal across the finish line and what keeping the team in Tampa Bay means historically. With the regular season down to its final 30 games, they shift their attention to whether this Rays team is built to make a playoff run. Yandy Díaz’s shoulder, Junior Caminero’s recent power drought and the lack of production from the bottom half of the lineup are all under the microscope, while Andy previews the Padres series and looks forward to seeing how Chandler Simpson’s elite speed challenges San Diego’s defense.

TKras takes a call from Todd in Tampa following his memorable Tampa City Council public comment, then revisits one revealing comment from Ken Babby about the possibility of the Rays relocating. Ronnie Lane joins TKras to reflect on the stadium saga that has consumed Tampa Bay for nearly two decades and what it means to finally see a deal get done. Plus, Rays fans call in to celebrate the new stadium and the franchise’s future in Tampa Bay.

The Rays are closer than ever to a new home, and Ken Babby joins TKras to discuss the significance of the stadium deal clearing both Tampa City Council and the Hillsborough County Commissioners. Babby details the process of working with both sides, finding compromises and doing everything possible to ensure the Rays remain in Tampa Bay. He also reflects on the critical early stages of his ownership and how those moments helped build toward today, with construction potentially just around the corner and a 2029 opening on the horizon.