Indians pitcher Carrasco returns but Rays sweep series
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - This was no ordinary outing for Carlos Carrasco, and everyone at Tropicana Field knew it. The popular Cleveland Indians pitcher nicknamed Cookie made his return to the mound from leukemia Sunday and was applauded by both teams in a touching scene during Tampa Bay's 8-2 victory that completed a three-game sweep.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - This was no ordinary outing for Carlos Carrasco, and everyone at Tropicana Field knew it. The popular Cleveland Indians pitcher nicknamed Cookie made his return to the mound from leukemia Sunday and was applauded by both teams in a touching scene during Tampa Bay's 8-2 victory that completed a three-game sweep.
Rays overpower Indians, try for sweep Sunday in key series
Tommy Pham and Avisail Garcia hit two-run homers, Ji-Man Choi and Travis d'Arnaud had solo shots, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Indians 9-6 on Saturday night.
Tommy Pham and Avisail Garcia hit two-run homers, Ji-Man Choi and Travis d'Arnaud had solo shots, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Indians 9-6 on Saturday night.
Rays beat Indians 4-0 in matchup of playoff contenders
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Austin Pruitt and three relievers combined on a five-hitter, Jesus Aguilar had a three-run homer during a four-run seventh inning and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Indians 4-0 in a matchup of playoff contenders Friday night. Pruitt allowed four hits and struck out six over 5 1/3 innings in his first start since Aug, 28, 2017. Oliver Drake (3-1) gave up one...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Austin Pruitt and three relievers combined on a five-hitter, Jesus Aguilar had a three-run homer during a four-run seventh inning and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Cleveland Indians 4-0 in a matchup of playoff contenders Friday night. Pruitt allowed four hits and struck out six over 5 1/3 innings in his first start since Aug, 28, 2017. Oliver Drake (3-1) gave up one...
Hurricane Dorian prompts move of Boise State-FSU game
The season opener between Boise State and Florida State will be played in Tallahassee because of the threat of Hurricane Dorian.
The season opener between Boise State and Florida State will be played in Tallahassee because of the threat of Hurricane Dorian.
Astros rally to down Rays 8-6
HOUSTON (AP) - George Springer broke a tie with a bloop RBI single in Houston's three-run seventh inning and the Astros rallied for an 8-6 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night to extend their winning streak to six.
HOUSTON (AP) - George Springer broke a tie with a bloop RBI single in Houston's three-run seventh inning and the Astros rallied for an 8-6 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night to extend their winning streak to six.
Verlander gets win despite ejection as Astros down Rays 15-1
HOUSTON (AP) - Rookie Yordan Alvarez homered twice as Houston jumped on former teammate Charlie Morton to build a big lead before Justin Verlander was ejected in the sixth inning of a scoreless outing and the Astros cruised to a 15-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.
HOUSTON (AP) - Rookie Yordan Alvarez homered twice as Houston jumped on former teammate Charlie Morton to build a big lead before Justin Verlander was ejected in the sixth inning of a scoreless outing and the Astros cruised to a 15-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.
Cornhole national champion calls Lakeland home
With a bag full of bags, Tanner Halbert steps to the spotlight and lets it fly.
With a bag full of bags, Tanner Halbert steps to the spotlight and lets it fly.
President of XFL's Tampa Bay Vipers says, 'Version 1.0 is a distant memory'
The XFL is hoping for success at its second attempt in the sports world.
The XFL is hoping for success at its second attempt in the sports world.
Santander has 5 of Orioles' 16 hits in 8-3 win over Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays can only hope that a lost weekend in Baltimore doesn't prove costly in their bid to end a five-year playoff drought.
The Tampa Bay Rays can only hope that a lost weekend in Baltimore doesn't prove costly in their bid to end a five-year playoff drought.
Alvarado suspects injury after Rays' 7-1 loss to Orioles
Starting for the first time in his career did nothing to turn around a sub-standard season for Tampa Bay left-hander José Alvarado.
Starting for the first time in his career did nothing to turn around a sub-standard season for Tampa Bay left-hander José Alvarado.
Multiple people injured after lightning strike at PGA Tour Championship
Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course.
Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course.
Meadows slam, Richards' gem carries Rays past Orioles 7-1
BALTIMORE (AP) - Austin Meadows hit his first career grand slam to cap a seven-run second inning, Trevor Richards shined in his second start with Tampa Bay and the Rays extended their impressive road run by beating the Baltimore Orioles 7-1 Friday night. Meadows hit a 2-0 pitch from Ty Blach (0-2) deep into the center-field seats to send Tampa Bay to its fourth straight win over Baltimore....
BALTIMORE (AP) - Austin Meadows hit his first career grand slam to cap a seven-run second inning, Trevor Richards shined in his second start with Tampa Bay and the Rays extended their impressive road run by beating the Baltimore Orioles 7-1 Friday night. Meadows hit a 2-0 pitch from Ty Blach (0-2) deep into the center-field seats to send Tampa Bay to its fourth straight win over Baltimore....
Obstacle course race from Gronk Nation to be held at Raymond James Stadium
A choose-your-own-adventure style of an obstacle course race is coming to Raymond James Stadium.
A choose-your-own-adventure style of an obstacle course race is coming to Raymond James Stadium.
Orioles set mark for HRs allowed in late-night loss to Rays
BALTIMORE (AP) - For a while, there's been no doubt the Baltimore Orioles would set a dubious record for the most home runs allowed in a season. It was just a matter of where and when. And that came early Thursday night when Tampa Bay's Austin Meadows sent a drive sailing over the right field scoreboard at Camden Yards. Much later, the Rays finished off a rain-delayed, 5-2 win that...
BALTIMORE (AP) - For a while, there's been no doubt the Baltimore Orioles would set a dubious record for the most home runs allowed in a season. It was just a matter of where and when. And that came early Thursday night when Tampa Bay's Austin Meadows sent a drive sailing over the right field scoreboard at Camden Yards. Much later, the Rays finished off a rain-delayed, 5-2 win that...
USF women's soccer opens season with goal of a national title
It's opening night and Auburn is in town. For New Port Richey native Sabrina Wagner, game days are always special, as she gets to represent her hometown and home university.
It's opening night and Auburn is in town. For New Port Richey native Sabrina Wagner, game days are always special, as she gets to represent her hometown and home university.
USF women's soccer eyes national title
It's opening night and Auburn is in town. For New Port Richey native Sabrina Wagner, game days are always special, as she gets to represent her hometown and home university.?
It's opening night and Auburn is in town. For New Port Richey native Sabrina Wagner, game days are always special, as she gets to represent her hometown and home university.?
UFC's 'Karate Hottie' dishes on fighting, motherhood and post-fight cheeseburgers
MMA fighter Michelle Waterson will be in the main event when UFC returns to Tampa October 12.
MMA fighter Michelle Waterson will be in the main event when UFC returns to Tampa October 12.
Meet the Vipers: Tampa Bay's XFL team gets a name
A new sports team is slithering into town next year: the Tampa Bay Vipers.
A new sports team is slithering into town next year: the Tampa Bay Vipers.
Rays rally in 9th, beat Mariners 7-6 to avoid sweep
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Kevin Kiermaier drove in four runs, including a solo homer during a two-run ninth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by beating the Seattle Mariners 7-6 on Wednesday.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Kevin Kiermaier drove in four runs, including a solo homer during a two-run ninth inning, and the Tampa Bay Rays avoided a three-game sweep by beating the Seattle Mariners 7-6 on Wednesday.
Tampa sports fans split on XFL team name
On Wednesday afternoon, XFL officials revealed the names and logo for the eight franchise locations, with Tampa Bay being?home to one of those teams. The local team's V-shaped logo is green and yellow, reflecting similar colors from the University of South Florida.
On Wednesday afternoon, XFL officials revealed the names and logo for the eight franchise locations, with Tampa Bay being?home to one of those teams. The local team's V-shaped logo is green and yellow, reflecting similar colors from the University of South Florida.