Browns select QB Baker Mayfield No. 1 in NFL draft
The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman.
The Cleveland Browns believe all Baker Mayfield has in common with Johnny Manziel are height and a Heisman.
Rays rough up former teammate Cobb in 8-4 win over Orioles
BALTIMORE (AP) - On a night in which Alex Cobb was treated poorly by his former teammates, the Tampa Bay Rays welcomed their newest member with pride and compassion. Joey Wendle had three hits and two RBIs, Adeiny Hechavarria homered and Tampa Bay beat Cobb and the Baltimore Orioles 8-4 Wednesday night.
BALTIMORE (AP) - On a night in which Alex Cobb was treated poorly by his former teammates, the Tampa Bay Rays welcomed their newest member with pride and compassion. Joey Wendle had three hits and two RBIs, Adeiny Hechavarria homered and Tampa Bay beat Cobb and the Baltimore Orioles 8-4 Wednesday night.
After 3 Tommy John surgeries, Jonny Venters back in majors
BALTIMORE (AP) - Jonny Venters has made a successful return to the majors after enduring three Tommy John surgeries and a six-year absence. Pitching for the Tampa Bay Rays in his first big league appearance since the 2012 NL wild-card game, Venters entered in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night. He retired Chris Davis on a grounder , the only batter he faced.
BALTIMORE (AP) - Jonny Venters has made a successful return to the majors after enduring three Tommy John surgeries and a six-year absence. Pitching for the Tampa Bay Rays in his first big league appearance since the 2012 NL wild-card game, Venters entered in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night. He retired Chris Davis on a grounder , the only batter he faced.
Tampa firefighter competing in St. Pete boxing match
Christina Campfort fights a lot. She fights fires during her day job as a Tampa firefighter. She fights opponents during her night job as a professional boxer.
Christina Campfort fights a lot. She fights fires during her day job as a Tampa firefighter. She fights opponents during her night job as a professional boxer.
Long-serving Venice High football coach fired
The Venice High School football coach who steered his team to a state title last year has been fired.
The Venice High School football coach who steered his team to a state title last year has been fired.
Lightning to face off against Bruins in Round 2 of playoffs
The Boston Bruins didn't need overtime this time, and they didn't even need all four third-period goals to send the Toronto Maple Leafs home for the summer again.
The Boston Bruins didn't need overtime this time, and they didn't even need all four third-period goals to send the Toronto Maple Leafs home for the summer again.
USF junior breaks school record in pole vault
The launch and free fall of pole vault are why USF junior David Bell keeps coming back for more.
The launch and free fall of pole vault are why USF junior David Bell keeps coming back for more.
USF junior breaks pole vault record
The launch and free fall of pole vault is why USF's David Bell keeps coming back for more.�
The launch and free fall of pole vault is why USF's David Bell keeps coming back for more.�
NFL Draft: Buccaneers seek more help for QB Winston
Jason Licht says one valuable lesson he's learned in four years of running Tampa Bay's draft is to trust his instinct.
Jason Licht says one valuable lesson he's learned in four years of running Tampa Bay's draft is to trust his instinct.
Lightning return to ice, await 2nd round opponent
Steven Stamkos is one who will be keeping a watchful eye on the series finale between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins.
Steven Stamkos is one who will be keeping a watchful eye on the series finale between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins.
Lightning await 2nd round opponent
Steven Stamkos is one who will be keeping a watchful eye on the series finale between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins.?
Steven Stamkos is one who will be keeping a watchful eye on the series finale between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins.?
Tampa's Alex McGough: Ready for shot at the NFL
Tampa quarterback Alex McGough is back home getting in some quick work with his quarterback coach John Kaleo, but Alex isn't here for long. Since finishing his college career at Florida International, the former Gaither quarterback has been racking up the frequent flyer miles with his NFL stock soaring.
Tampa quarterback Alex McGough is back home getting in some quick work with his quarterback coach John Kaleo, but Alex isn't here for long. Since finishing his college career at Florida International, the former Gaither quarterback has been racking up the frequent flyer miles with his NFL stock soaring.
Slumping Gomez homers in 9th, Rays beat Twins 8-6 for sweep
It seemed unlikely that slumping Carlos Gomez would follow through on hitting a home run for his son. He had struck out three times in his first four hitless at-bats. His last trip to the plate, however, produced something special. Gomez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays completed a three-game sweep Sunday by beating the Minnesota Twins 8-6. "He...
It seemed unlikely that slumping Carlos Gomez would follow through on hitting a home run for his son. He had struck out three times in his first four hitless at-bats. His last trip to the plate, however, produced something special. Gomez hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays completed a three-game sweep Sunday by beating the Minnesota Twins 8-6. "He...
Kucherov, Lightning beat Devils 3-1, end first-round series
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning are moving on in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Kucherov scored his 27th career postseason goal and Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 26 shots as the top seed in the Eastern Conference beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1 on Saturday to end the first-round series in five games.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning are moving on in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Kucherov scored his 27th career postseason goal and Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 26 shots as the top seed in the Eastern Conference beat the New Jersey Devils 3-1 on Saturday to end the first-round series in five games.
Tampa teen makes U.S. National Junior Air Rifle Team
Matthew Sanchez is 15 years old and he's gunning hard to make the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Matthew Sanchez is 15 years old and he's gunning hard to make the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Rays' Kiermaier has surgery to repair torn thumb ligament
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier has had surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb that will sideline him two to three months. Kiermaier was injured sliding headfirst into second base during a 10-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. He had the procedure Friday. This is the third straight season the two-time Gold Glove winner will...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier has had surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb that will sideline him two to three months. Kiermaier was injured sliding headfirst into second base during a 10-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. He had the procedure Friday. This is the third straight season the two-time Gold Glove winner will...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers release 2018 schedule
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released the 2018 regular season football schedule.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released the 2018 regular season football schedule.
Bucs' Jason Licht: Kendell Beckwith injured in car accident
Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht told the media on Thursday that second-year linebacker Kendell Beckwith was hurt in a one-car accident last week.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht told the media on Thursday that second-year linebacker Kendell Beckwith was hurt in a one-car accident last week.
Kucherov leads way as Lightning take 3-1 lead over Devils
Angry after losing a playoff game, Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning took out their ire on the New Jersey Devils.
Angry after losing a playoff game, Nikita Kucherov and the Tampa Bay Lightning took out their ire on the New Jersey Devils.
Faria gets 1st win since July, Rays beat Rangers 4-2
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jake Faria was aggressive in the strike zone and it helped him end a long winless drought. Faria won for the first time since last July 25, allowing one run over six innings to lead the Tampa Bay Rays over the Cole Hamels and the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Wednesday. "I'm physically feeling good and a lot better mentally," Faria said. "More willing to...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jake Faria was aggressive in the strike zone and it helped him end a long winless drought. Faria won for the first time since last July 25, allowing one run over six innings to lead the Tampa Bay Rays over the Cole Hamels and the Texas Rangers 4-2 on Wednesday. "I'm physically feeling good and a lot better mentally," Faria said. "More willing to...