Miller, Point help Lightning hold off Islanders, 7-6
NEW YORK (AP) - Although the Tampa Bay Lightning didn't like the way they almost gave up a four-goal lead in the third period, they were happy to get the win and move on. J.T. Miller scored twice, Brayden Point had a goal and two assists, and the high-scoring Lightning held off the New York Islanders 7-6 on Thursday night, setting a franchise record with their 51st victory
NEW YORK (AP) - Although the Tampa Bay Lightning didn't like the way they almost gave up a four-goal lead in the third period, they were happy to get the win and move on. J.T. Miller scored twice, Brayden Point had a goal and two assists, and the high-scoring Lightning held off the New York Islanders 7-6 on Thursday night, setting a franchise record with their 51st victory
Giants trade Jason Pierre-Paul to Bucs for draft picks
The New York Giants traded defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for draft picks Thursday, another step by a team rebuilding after a 3-13 season.
The New York Giants traded defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for draft picks Thursday, another step by a team rebuilding after a 3-13 season.
USF soccer player makes impact helping Haiti
Giving is what USF's Malani Lee was born to do.
Giving is what USF's Malani Lee was born to do.
USF soccer player helping Haiti
In just 6th grade, USF soccer player Malani Lee found a way to combine her love for soccer with her love of giving to others. She formed Kleatz 4 Kidz, a foundation that donates soccer equipment and raises money for those in Haiti.?
In just 6th grade, USF soccer player Malani Lee found a way to combine her love for soccer with her love of giving to others. She formed Kleatz 4 Kidz, a foundation that donates soccer equipment and raises money for those in Haiti.?
Rays' catchers using wristbands amid rotation experiment
Major League Baseball made game-calling more difficult for catchers this winter when it changed the rules governing mound visits. For backstops with the Tampa Bay Rays, things got even trickier when the club announced plans for a four-man rotation to open the season.
Major League Baseball made game-calling more difficult for catchers this winter when it changed the rules governing mound visits. For backstops with the Tampa Bay Rays, things got even trickier when the club announced plans for a four-man rotation to open the season.
Lightning erase 3-goal deficit, rally past Maple Leafs 4-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Alex Killorn broke a tie midway through the third period and the Tampa Bay Lightning scored the final four goals to rally past the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 on Tuesday night. Victor Hedman, Ryan McDonagh and Nikita Kucherov also scored as Tampa Bay reached 50 wins for the second time in franchise history. Yanni Gourde had two assists for the Atlantic Division leaders, who moved...
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Alex Killorn broke a tie midway through the third period and the Tampa Bay Lightning scored the final four goals to rally past the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 on Tuesday night. Victor Hedman, Ryan McDonagh and Nikita Kucherov also scored as Tampa Bay reached 50 wins for the second time in franchise history. Yanni Gourde had two assists for the Atlantic Division leaders, who moved...
Buccaneers sign free agents Vinny Curry, Ryan Jensen
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved to bolster the NFL's least productive pass rush, signing former Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry in free agency. The Bucs also announced the signing Monday of free agent center Ryan Jensen, who spent the first five years of his pro career with the Baltimore Ravens. Curry, who received a three-year, $27 million deal, entered the...
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved to bolster the NFL's least productive pass rush, signing former Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry in free agency. The Bucs also announced the signing Monday of free agent center Ryan Jensen, who spent the first five years of his pro career with the Baltimore Ravens. Curry, who received a three-year, $27 million deal, entered the...
That Kid's Got Game: 9-year-old 'Evel Knievel' from San Mateo
Move over Evil Knievel. That's because AJ Stuntz is in town. The 9-year-old San Mateo 4th grader (whose real name is AJ Heinckemy) is a force to be reckoned with on his motorcycle.
Move over Evil Knievel. That's because AJ Stuntz is in town. The 9-year-old San Mateo 4th grader (whose real name is AJ Heinckemy) is a force to be reckoned with on his motorcycle.
Tampa Bay Lightning secure spot in Stanley Cup Playoffs
Nikita Kucherov helped the Tampa Bay Lightning quickly bounce back from a rare shutout loss, allowing the team to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Nikita Kucherov helped the Tampa Bay Lightning quickly bounce back from a rare shutout loss, allowing the team to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
University of Tampa introduces new beach volleyball program
Joni Mitchell's observation in "Big Yellow Taxi": "They paved paradise and put up a parking lot."
Joni Mitchell's observation in "Big Yellow Taxi": "They paved paradise and put up a parking lot."
UT introduces beach volleyball
The University of Tampa has introduced its new beach volleyball program. The Tampa Beach Volleyball complex is an oasis in the middle of campus. Just steps from North Boulevard, it literally used to be a parking lot for Pepin-Rood Stadium.
The University of Tampa has introduced its new beach volleyball program. The Tampa Beach Volleyball complex is an oasis in the middle of campus. Just steps from North Boulevard, it literally used to be a parking lot for Pepin-Rood Stadium.
Buccaneers land ex-Eagles DT Beau Allen in free agency
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Free agent defensive tackle Beau Allen is eager to make a difference for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The former Philadelphia run-stopper signed a three-year, $15 million contract Thursday and has no qualms about leaving the reigning NFL champion Eagles to join a team that hasn't made the playoffs in a decade. Allen said he's excited about the challenge of doing his part...
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Free agent defensive tackle Beau Allen is eager to make a difference for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The former Philadelphia run-stopper signed a three-year, $15 million contract Thursday and has no qualms about leaving the reigning NFL champion Eagles to join a team that hasn't made the playoffs in a decade. Allen said he's excited about the challenge of doing his part...
Surveillance video shows former MLB prospect Vasquez attack fiancee
A Pennsylvania minor league baseball team has cut ties with an outfielder after the Corpus Christi Police Department released a video of a domestic violence incident for which the player completed a probationary sentence.
A Pennsylvania minor league baseball team has cut ties with an outfielder after the Corpus Christi Police Department released a video of a domestic violence incident for which the player completed a probationary sentence.
Hoffman scores twice, Senators win 7-4 to stop Lightning run
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - On a Florida road trip against two streaking teams, the Ottawa Senators have been no pushovers at all. Mike Hoffman scored two goals and six other Ottawa players had multipoint games as the Senators beat Tampa Bay 7-4 on Tuesday night, ending the Lightning's 10-game run without a regulation loss. One night earlier, the struggling Senators (25-33-11) halted an eight-game...
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - On a Florida road trip against two streaking teams, the Ottawa Senators have been no pushovers at all. Mike Hoffman scored two goals and six other Ottawa players had multipoint games as the Senators beat Tampa Bay 7-4 on Tuesday night, ending the Lightning's 10-game run without a regulation loss. One night earlier, the struggling Senators (25-33-11) halted an eight-game...
Tiger Woods looks closer than ever to winning again
The red shirt didn't have a collar. His head doesn't have quite as much hair. His lower spine has been fused. Everything else about Tiger Woods is starting to look familiar.
The red shirt didn't have a collar. His head doesn't have quite as much hair. His lower spine has been fused. Everything else about Tiger Woods is starting to look familiar.
Showers don't deter crowds for day 2 of Grand Prix
Day two of the St. Pete Grand Prix wrapped up with only a few showers threatening the event Saturday.
Day two of the St. Pete Grand Prix wrapped up with only a few showers threatening the event Saturday.
Tiger-mania grips Innisbrook resort for the Valspar Championship
It is 7:45 a.m. on a workday. The setting is the normally serene Copperhead Golf Course.
It is 7:45 a.m. on a workday. The setting is the normally serene Copperhead Golf Course.
Bill Haas at Valspar Tournament
PROS TEND TO USE THE VALSPAR TOURNAMENT TO FINE TUNE THEIR GAME.... THIS WEEK HAS MORE IMPORTANCE FOR HAAS... IT'S A THERAPEUTIC STEP FOR HIM...
PROS TEND TO USE THE VALSPAR TOURNAMENT TO FINE TUNE THEIR GAME.... THIS WEEK HAS MORE IMPORTANCE FOR HAAS... IT'S A THERAPEUTIC STEP FOR HIM...
$82-million deal for Bucs' Mike Evans
Bucs receiver Mike Evans has a big new contract extension. According to reports, the Buccaneers and Evans have agreed to a five-year, $82.5-million contract extension that includes $55 million guaranteed.
Bucs receiver Mike Evans has a big new contract extension. According to reports, the Buccaneers and Evans have agreed to a five-year, $82.5-million contract extension that includes $55 million guaranteed.
Buccaneers re-sign backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, who appeared in six games last season. He is 35 years old and has played 13 seasons in the NFL. He returns on a one-year contract. Fitzpatrick started three games while filling in for injured Jameis Winston in 2017. He completed 96 of163 passes for 1,103 yards, seven touchdowns and three interceptions.
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, who appeared in six games last season. He is 35 years old and has played 13 seasons in the NFL. He returns on a one-year contract. Fitzpatrick started three games while filling in for injured Jameis Winston in 2017. He completed 96 of163 passes for 1,103 yards, seven touchdowns and three interceptions.