Tom Layberger

Tom Layberger, Contributor Not even during the 2025 season in which he came within one of the team record for home runs in a single season

Six major college football teams have yet to play in a bowl this decade. They range from a power conference program that had a string of 10 straight bowl appearances before its current forgetful run to a team that has a remarkably inept .162 winning percentage since elevating to the FBS. Will at least one of the six break through in 2026?

The Tampa Bay Rays will send four players to the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia on July 14, including closer and first-time selection Bryan Baker, who will gladly scrap his typical mid-season routine. Pitcher Drew Rasmussen and third baseman Junior Caminero, who was voted in by the fans, earned their second consecutive All-Star nod while DH Yandy Diaz will make his first appearance since 2023.

TAMPA, Fla. – Who knows? Maybe Alex Golesh will also return to Raymond James Stadium to ring in the new year with a date in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The sight of two 18-wheelers dolled up in red, white and blue along with images of the state's history stopped many in their tracks Wednesday afternoon outside Tropicana Field. Indeed, that was the idea: Come on in and take a tour.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – It looked like the Rays entered the All-Star break a tad early. Sunday afternoon's series finale at Tropicana Field against Seattle was, shall we say, lacking.

Tom Layberger, Contributor Only six weeks remain before the 2026 college football season kicks off.

TAMPA, Fla. – The SEC on Tuesday announced its list of attendees for next week’s media days at the Marriott Water Street. Not surprisingly, former USF

The Tampa Bay Rays chose shortstop Grady Emerson, the 2026 Gatorade National Player of the Year, with the No. 2 selection in this year's draft. Emerson, an 18-year-old Texan, was the Rays' first top 10 pick since 2017 and 12th overall. Tampa Bay hit it good with the likes of Evan Longoria and David Price. A few other picks were far from stellar, including one who did not make it past Double-A.