Snell solid as Rays capture win No. 89

September 30, 2018 general

Sunday, 4 a.m. For the Tampa Bay Rays, Saturday was all about Sunday. Think of it as a preamble to the final steps in a team’s journey. The Rays put themselves in position to win 90 games with a 4-3 victory over Toronto. Blake Snell put himself in position for further discussions of the Cy […]

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Random thoughts: Is a Cy Young in Snell’s future?

September 30, 2018 general

Sunday, 3:30 a.m. Famous Youngs: Neil, Loretta, Steve, Mighty Joe  and the Cy that will soon be in Blake Snell’s mitts. – If you aren’t smart enough to tweet in the proper direction, you’re more of a lost cause than your victim. Ask TV reporter Chris Conte, who’s taking grief for the stiff-arm that was […]

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Five Bucs who must play well against Bears

September 30, 2018 general

Sunday, 3:30 a.m. Five players who need to play well for the Bucs in today’s game against Chicago. 1. Payton Barber, running back: I know, I know. It’s been tough sledding for Barber all season. On the other hand, I haven’t noticed him missing many wide-open holes. The Bucs’ coaches may like their offensive line, […]

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State roundup: FSU, Florida both rally for wins

September 30, 2018 College Sports in Florida

Sunday, 3 a.m. Quibble, if you must, about what the win was not. It was not over a great offense, and it was not a roaring victory. It did not signal that the bad times are over. It didn’t not mean that school officials will immediately offer Willie Taggart a contract extension. What it was, […]

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Ask Gary: Improved Bucs still have shortcomings

September 29, 2018 general

Each week, the readers take over GarySheltonsports.com and play Ask Gary. They send in a question, or a couple, on Thursday night or Friday morning and we all talk about the world of sports. Think of it as a radio show where you don’t have to be on hold. Join us and ask a question, […]

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Rays still have some improving to do

September 29, 2018 general

Saturday, 3:30 a.m. As they limp toward the finish line, beaten and battered, this remains for the Tampa Bay Rays. What about getting better for next year? Despite of having a better-than-expected season, there is still room for improvement for a team that has won just three times in its last nine games. The Rays […]

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Bears try to figure out Bucs’ quarterback options

September 29, 2018 general

Saturday, 2 a.m. (The following conversation may or may not have happened at Bears’ camp this week): Matt Nagy (Bears’ coach): Morning, Vic. Vic Fangio (Bears’ defensive coordinator): Morning. Nagy: So, what are you hearing about the Bucs’ quarterback situation? Fangio: Well, I keep hoping they’ll bring back Josh Freeman, you know? Maybe Trent Dilfer. […]

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The predictions: FSU to win Disappointment Bowl

September 29, 2018 College Sports in Florida

Saturday, 1 a.m. Think of it as a fight between Pee-Wee Herman and Don Knotts. Neither FSU nor Louisville has been impressive this year. Both are 2-2, and both had near flirtations with disaster against tiny opposition, and the fan base is angry about both head coaches. Think of it as two disappointments getting together […]

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Yankees batter Rays to capture series

September 28, 2018 general

Friday, 4 a.m. It wasn’t enough that the New York Yankees beat the tar out of the Tampa Bay Rays this week. They would have liked a little blood, too. Maybe a couple of bruises, while they were at it. The Yankees clobbered the Tampa Bay Rays Thursday afternoon, 12-1. It was the third win […]

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Bucs still waiting for impact from top two choices

September 28, 2018 general

Friday, 3 a.m. Finally, the Tampa Bay Bucs might be on the verge of getting some help from its top two draft picks. And isn’t it about time? Vita Vea has missed most of training camp and the early season with a leg injury, but he will be active soon in a limited role. Ronald […]

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