Canadiens blow lead, Johnson scores in OT to lift Lightning

Montreal coach Michel Therrien was short and direct after the Canadiens blew a late lead and lost in overtime to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Kaaya's 4 TDs lead Miami past No. 14 West Virginia, 31-14

Miami fans asked Brad Kaaya to end the school's 10-year bowl-victory drought, and he delivered.  Now they have another request.

Flowers, No. 25 South Florida ready for big finish to season

South Florida's December has been a little more eventful than it had hoped.  The Bulls say a little drama won't derail what's been the best football season in school history.

Bucs' Doug Martin suspended; will enter treatment program

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin announced Wednesday that he is entering a drug treatment program in the wake of a pending suspension for violating the league’s drug policy.

Both starting goalies hurt; Lightning beat Red Wings 4-1

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Lightning may have gotten a costly win. However, it was better than the disheartening night for the Detroit Red Wings. Andrei Vasilevskiy made 22 saves in relief of Ben Bishop as the Lightning beat the Red Wings 4-1 Tuesday night in a game where both starting goalies left due to injuries.

Volunteers needed to help during championship

With just three weeks to go until the College Football National Championship kicks off at Raymond James Stadium, Tampa police are taking extra steps to get prepared for the large crowd of football fans.

Bucs play Santa for 60 Bay Area families

The defensive line delivered Christmas for 60 Bay Area families Tuesday night.

Florida State gives Fisher two-year contract extension

Florida State football coach Jimbo Fisher has signed a two-year contract extension, which will carry him through the 2024 season.

Tampa Bay Rays 'Players and Pooches' calendar is here

The Tampa Bay Rays have released their fifth-annual "Players and Pooches" calendar in partnership with Pet Pal Animal Shelter. 

Brian Boyle scores twice, Lightning beat Flames 6-3

CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — After falling behind early on the road, the Tampa Bay Lightning were pleased with the way they responded. Brian Boyle scored two first-period goals and the Lightning beat Calgary 6-3 on Wednesday night to snap the Flames' six-game winning streak. "That's a really good team over there. A lot of speed, a lot of skill. They're tough to play at home,...

Buccaneers QB Winston, rape accuser settle civil lawsuit

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston and the woman who accused him of rape while both attended Florida State University have settled the civil lawsuit she brought against him.

Magic purchase NBA D-League team, relocates it to Florida

The Orlando Magic have purchased the NBA Developmental League's Erie BayHawks and will relocate the team from Pennsylvania to Lakeland, Florida, beginning with the 2017-18 season.

MLB rookie hazing rules ban dressing as women

That baseball hazing ritual of dressing up rookies as Wonder Woman, Hooters Girls and Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders is now banned.

Bucs take Saints 16-11

   TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The streaking Tampa Bay Buccaneers bolstered their playoff hopes by building an early lead and holding off Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints 16-11 for their fifth straight victory on Sunday.      Doug Martin scored on a 1-yard run, Roberto Aguayo kicked three field goals and an improving defense intercepted Brees three times while holding the NFL passing leader...

Charlie Strong named new USF football coach

The University of South Florida announced Sunday that former Texas coach Charlie Strong has agreed to become the next football coach for the Bulls.

Bucs throw Hail Mary for stadium funding

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have the field to themselves this year in the quest for what has become an inaccessible pool of state money for professional stadium upgrades.