Odorizzi allows 1 hit in Rays' 2-1 win over Twins

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Jake Odorizzi had his best start of the season Tuesday night, and the tiny crowd at Tropicana Field showed its appreciation after the Tampa Bay Rays right-hander took a no-hitter into the seventh inning of a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Twins.

Dickerson homers, doubles twice as Rays rout Twins 11-4

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Corey Dickerson broke through with his most productive game in months, helping the Tampa Bay Rays get a big win. Dickerson, who led the American League in hitting in late June and then hit .223 over the next 10 weeks, hit his 26th home run and also doubled twice to help the Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 11-4 Monday night to tighten the AL wild-card race.

Buccaneers bolster secondary, sign ex-Broncos S T.J. Ward

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed safety T.J. Ward, two days after the three-time Pro Bowl selection was released by the Denver Broncos.

NFL considers moving Dolphins' opener against Bucs

For the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the season might begin sooner than expected, thanks to Hurricane Irma.

Bucs trade J.J. Wilcox to Steelers, fill practice squad

Tampa Bay has traded safety J.J. Wilcox to the Pittsburgh Steelers and added 11 players who were with the Buccaneers in training camp to the practice squad.

Giolito pitches White Sox past Rays 6-2

Rookie Lucas Giolito struck out 10 in seven sharp innings, Jose Abreu homered in his return to the lineup and the Chicago White Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-2 on Sunday.    A key piece of Chicago's rebuilding project, the 23-year-old Giolito (2-1) allowed a run and three hits in his third start since being called up from the minor leagues last month. He pitched seven scoreless innings in his...

J.J. Watt fundraiser for Harvey victims passes $18 million

Texans star J.J. Watt’s fundraiser for the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston passed the $18 million mark on Sunday.

J.J. Watt's fundraiser surpasses $10 million goal

Houston Texans’ star J.J. Watt’s Harvey relief fundraiser is nearing his new $10 million goal.

Morrison homers again as Rays defeat Royals 5-3

The Tampa Bay Rays are hanging around in the AL playoff chase thanks to their first series win at Kansas City since 2009.

Lightning train in summer for training camp

Summer vacation is over and the Bolts are back on the ice ahead of training camp. But that doesn't mean the boys have taken the summer off.

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Summer vacation is over and the Bolts are back on the ice ahead of training camp. But that doesn't mean the boys have taken the summer off.

Florida suspends 2 more for opener, including RB Scarlett

No. 17 Florida has suspended two more players, including starting running back Jordan Scarlett, for its season opener against 11th-ranked Michigan.

Florida ranks fifth in country for college athletics revenue

Whether you're cheering for the Florida Gators, chanting for the Florida State Seminoles, or running with the USF Bulls, chances are you're spending money to support your college team, whether it's games or merchandise.

Bucs' 'Joe Dirt' looking to hit pay dirt by making team

The message is worn proudly on the back of Buccaneer players: "Earn it." It's also what's on the players’ minds. For free agent linebacker Riley Bullough, he's done a great job getting noticed, but has he done enough?

Astros to play Rangers at Tropicana Field in St. Pete

The Houston Astros are going to be spending a long time away from home. The Astros will play their next two series at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, because of flooding from Hurricane Harvey, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Monday.

Kizer starts in Browns' 13-9 win over Buccaneers

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - DeShone Kizer has yet to be named the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns' regular-season opener on Sept. 10. But he may have taken a step closer in a 13-9 preseason victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday night. The rookie quarterback didn't throw any touchdown passes in his first start and completed only 6 of 18 passes for 93 yards and an...

Morrison's 10th-inning homer leads Rays past Cardinals 3-2

Logan Morrison reached a milestone, helped his team win and paid tribute to his late father.    Morrison blasted two home runs to reach 31 this season, his second coming in the 10th inning to lead the Tampa Bay Rays past the Cardinals 3-2 on Sunday.    "Exciting win for us obviously," Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "It kind of started with LoMo, ended with LoMo and then a lot of good Chris...