Top-ranked golfer comes to Tampa Bay to defend Valspar title

The galleries are a lot larger for Jordan Spieth his third time around at Valspar Championship -- and rightfully so.  The defending champ arrives as the player to beat and definitely on the radar this time, although a confident Spieth challenges that statement.

Marchand, Gustavsson lead Bruins past Lightning 1-0

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — After 60 scoreless minutes, Brad Marchand needed just seconds to lift Boston to the win. Marchand scored 10 seconds into overtime, Jonas Gustavsson made 42 saves and the Bruins beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 1-0 on Tuesday night in a matchup of Atlantic Division leaders. Patrice Bergeron sent a pass from the right wing through the slot that Marchand redirected past Ben...

Tampa Bay Lightning lift Jonathan Drouin's suspension

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jonathan Drouin's will resume his career in the minors after the team lifted its suspension. General manager Steve Yzerman announced Monday that Drouin is scheduled to report to Tampa Bay's American Hockey League affiliate in Syracuse for practice Tuesday. The player selected third overall in the 2013 draft has been working out on his...

Lightning win team-record 9th in a row

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Lightning needed extra time for a milestone victory. Alex Killorn scored with 42.5 seconds left on the clock in overtime as the Lightning got their team-record ninth straight win by beating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 on Saturday night. "Anytime when hockey is turned up at this time of year, everybody is scrambling to make the playoffs, it's a...

AP source: Peyton Manning to retire after 18 NFL seasons

Peyton Manning surveyed the landscape of his brilliant career and called on last audible. He's retiring a champion.

Sources: Lovie Smith expected to be named head coach of Illini

On the heels of new Illinois AD Josh Whitman firing head coach Bill Cubit, sources have confirmed to FOX 32 that former Chicago Bears coach Lovie Smith is expected to be named the next Illini head coach. The announcement could be made as early as Monday.

Hank Conger brings smooth moves to Rays

Hank Conger came to the Rays from the Houston Astros this offseason via cash purchase. The 27-year-old is a switch-hitter with power. He will play primarily against right-handed pitching as he excels as a left-handed batter.

Tommy John surgeries won't stop Venters

Spring training is a fresh start for everybody. For those players working their way back from an injury, the new season means a little more.

Obama to attend Rays-Cuba game in Havana

President Barack Obama plans to attend the Tampa Bay Rays' exhibition game in Cuba on March 22.

Rays Fan Fest kicks off 2016 spring training season

With just days away from the first pitch of spring training baseball, Saturday, Rays fans got a head start on the season at the 2016 Fan Fest.

Chip Carter through the years

Now that FOX 13's Sports Director Chip Carter is retiring, we are reminded of all the fun we've had with him through the years. Here's a look back at Chip's time at WTVT.

Longoria excited about upgrades Rays make on offense

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — Evan Longoria is eager to do his part to help the revamped Tampa Bay Rays realize their potential. The star third baseman said Tuesday he welcomes the acquisition of Corey Dickerson, Steve Pearce, Logan Morrison and others being counted on to make the team more formidable offensively. He also enters spring training hoping to put less pressure on himself at...

Stamkos scores again, streaking Lightning beat Coyotes 2-1

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Steven Stamkos is scoring and the Lightning are playing like Eastern Conference champions again. Tampa Bay's captain had a goal in his fourth consecutive game, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 29 saves and the Lightning won their fourth straight by beating the Arizona Coyotes 2-1 on Tuesday night.

Ryan Webb comes home to Rays

After five stops in the majors, Ryan Webb has made it home to pitch for the Tampa Bay Rays. Webb now wears the jersey for the team he grew up cheering for. It comes 12 years after being drafted out Clearwater Central Catholic.