Morrison homers twice as Rays beat Tigers 9-1
DETROIT (AP) -- Steven Souza Jr. has been looking forward to playing on Father's Day since his son Micah was born in December. The day ended up more memorable than he could have imagined. Souza hit his first career grand slam as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 9-1 on Sunday. He also homered this season on Mother's Day. "It was special to hit one for my mom on Mother's...
DETROIT (AP) -- Steven Souza Jr. has been looking forward to playing on Father's Day since his son Micah was born in December. The day ended up more memorable than he could have imagined. Souza hit his first career grand slam as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 9-1 on Sunday. He also homered this season on Mother's Day. "It was special to hit one for my mom on Mother's...
Blimp catches fire, crashes near US Open at Erin Hills, Wisconsin
A blimp has crashed at the US Open golf tournament at Erin Hill outside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Video from spectators posted on social media shows a cloud of smoke and someone in a parachute descending to the course.
A blimp has crashed at the US Open golf tournament at Erin Hill outside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Video from spectators posted on social media shows a cloud of smoke and someone in a parachute descending to the course.
On world stage, Gruden's son looks to make his own name
Jon Gruden’s oldest son, Deuce, is now 23 years old and all grown up. He took the family path of football from high school at Carrollwood Day on to college, but is now making a name for himself in the world of power lifting.
Jon Gruden’s oldest son, Deuce, is now 23 years old and all grown up. He took the family path of football from high school at Carrollwood Day on to college, but is now making a name for himself in the world of power lifting.
Cabrera's game-ending homer gives Tigers 5-3 win over Rays
DETROIT (AP) - Miguel Cabrera came into Thursday night's game against Tampa Bay without a homer since May 20, though that didn't give the Rays much confidence. "We all know what that man can do," Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "He can hit a homer at any time to any place in any ballpark." Cabrera, who has been struggling with a sore back, did just that, going the...
DETROIT (AP) - Miguel Cabrera came into Thursday night's game against Tampa Bay without a homer since May 20, though that didn't give the Rays much confidence. "We all know what that man can do," Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "He can hit a homer at any time to any place in any ballpark." Cabrera, who has been struggling with a sore back, did just that, going the...
Lightning deal Drouin to Montreal
The Tampa Bay Lightning have traded one of their young stars to Montreal in exchange for and even younger player and a draft pick.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have traded one of their young stars to Montreal in exchange for and even younger player and a draft pick.
Sweezy adding edge to Buccaneers' young, improving O-line
J.R. Sweezy believes the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are capable of having one of the best offensive lines in the NFL.
J.R. Sweezy believes the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are capable of having one of the best offensive lines in the NFL.
Martin's HR in 8th lifts Blue Jays past Rays, 7-6
TORONTO (AP) - Russell Martin came through to help the Toronto Blue Jays get a big win after they gave up a late lead.
TORONTO (AP) - Russell Martin came through to help the Toronto Blue Jays get a big win after they gave up a late lead.
WR Mike Evans eager to help Buccaneers end playoff drought
Mike Evans wants to do anything he can to help transform the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into a playoff team.
Mike Evans wants to do anything he can to help transform the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into a playoff team.
Faria leads Rays to 8-1 rout of Blue Jays
TORONTO (AP) - For a rookie pitcher making his second career start, it was no surprise that nerves were a factor for Jake Faria. Not that he showed many in building on his major-league debut last week with his second straight victory in an 8-1 Tampa Bay Rays win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night.
TORONTO (AP) - For a rookie pitcher making his second career start, it was no surprise that nerves were a factor for Jake Faria. Not that he showed many in building on his major-league debut last week with his second straight victory in an 8-1 Tampa Bay Rays win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night.
Rays to place Andriese on DL, recall Faria
With right-hander Matt Andriese headed back to the 10-day disabled list, the Tampa Bay Rays will recall Jacob Faria to make his second major league start.
With right-hander Matt Andriese headed back to the 10-day disabled list, the Tampa Bay Rays will recall Jacob Faria to make his second major league start.
Buccaneers rookies rev up to race firefighters
This was no sprint to the finish line. Instead, when Buccaneers rookies got the green flag, they got behind the wheel and put pedal to the metal at the Tampa Bay Grand Prix on Monday.
This was no sprint to the finish line. Instead, when Buccaneers rookies got the green flag, they got behind the wheel and put pedal to the metal at the Tampa Bay Grand Prix on Monday.
Terminally ill cancer patient moves to Nashville to support her NHL team
When Christina Wynter was diagnosed with stage IV terminal cancer, she turned her attention to her biggest passion -- Nashville Predators hockey.
When Christina Wynter was diagnosed with stage IV terminal cancer, she turned her attention to her biggest passion -- Nashville Predators hockey.
Mallex Smith has 3 hits; Rays beat Athletics 5-4
Mallex Smith had three hits and used his speed to set up the go-ahead run and the Tampa Bay Rays took three of four from the Oakland Athletics with a 5-4 victory Sunday. Smith had a bunt single leading off the seventh and went to third after reliever Daniel Coulombe (0-1) was charged with an error for an errant throw to first that ended up in the right-field corner. Tampa Bay went ahead...
Mallex Smith had three hits and used his speed to set up the go-ahead run and the Tampa Bay Rays took three of four from the Oakland Athletics with a 5-4 victory Sunday. Smith had a bunt single leading off the seventh and went to third after reliever Daniel Coulombe (0-1) was charged with an error for an errant throw to first that ended up in the right-field corner. Tampa Bay went ahead...
Rays' Kevin Kiermaier on DL with broken hip after slide
Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier is expected to miss at least two months after breaking his right hip during a slide into first base.
Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier is expected to miss at least two months after breaking his right hip during a slide into first base.
Paralyzed Olympian plans to walk again -- down the aisle
Jamie Nieto knows what it’s like to be on top of the world. He’s won four U.S. championships in the high jump, and participated in two Olympics. He often celebrated his competitions by performing a backflip -- his signature move.
Jamie Nieto knows what it’s like to be on top of the world. He’s won four U.S. championships in the high jump, and participated in two Olympics. He often celebrated his competitions by performing a backflip -- his signature move.
Norris' home runs help Rays hold off White Sox 7-5
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - The bottom of the Tampa Bay Rays lineup provided the power Thursday night.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - The bottom of the Tampa Bay Rays lineup provided the power Thursday night.
Rays' Faria beats White Sox 3-1 in major league debut
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jacob Faria took a three-hitter into the seventh inning of his major league debut for the Tampa Bay Rays, who beat the Chicago White Sox 3-1 on Wednesday night. The 23-year-old right-hander walked two and struck out five in 6 1/3 innings, settling down after falling behind three batters into the game to help Tampa Bay end a season-high four-game losing streak before...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jacob Faria took a three-hitter into the seventh inning of his major league debut for the Tampa Bay Rays, who beat the Chicago White Sox 3-1 on Wednesday night. The 23-year-old right-hander walked two and struck out five in 6 1/3 innings, settling down after falling behind three batters into the game to help Tampa Bay end a season-high four-game losing streak before...
Sarasota High graduate claims spot in MLB history
Scooter Gennett has been working his way up rosters since graduating high school in 2009, and now he's making a name for himself with the Cincinnati Reds.
Scooter Gennett has been working his way up rosters since graduating high school in 2009, and now he's making a name for himself with the Cincinnati Reds.
Garcia, Sanchez, Frazier homer as White Sox beat Rays 4-2
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jose Quintana is still seeking his first win in more than a month, however there are signs he could be back on the right track. The left-hander rebounded from two poor outings by pitching into the sixth inning of Chicago's 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night, helping the White Sox stop a five-game losing streak.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jose Quintana is still seeking his first win in more than a month, however there are signs he could be back on the right track. The left-hander rebounded from two poor outings by pitching into the sixth inning of Chicago's 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night, helping the White Sox stop a five-game losing streak.
Tampa crew team heading to nationals
The Tampa Tridents are looking to make a splash in their final high school race. They're the Tampa Bay area's lone qualifier in the Youth National Rowing Championships.
The Tampa Tridents are looking to make a splash in their final high school race. They're the Tampa Bay area's lone qualifier in the Youth National Rowing Championships.