Rays Your Voice: A Tampa Bay Rays Podcast

In this episode of Rays Your Voice, hosts Brett Rutherford and Darby Robinson discuss the latest offseason moves for the Tampa Bay Rays, including the decision to pick up the options of Brandon Lowe and Taylor Walls, while declining Pete Fairbanks'. The conversation delves into the financial aspects of these decisions, the performance of key players, and the overall strategy for the upcoming season. In this episode, the hosts also begin their 2025 season autopsy, starting with the catchers and infielders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, hosts Brett Rutherford and Darby Robinson discuss the recent introductory press conference for the new ownership group of the Tampa Bay Rays. They share their initial reactions, emphasizing the importance of the new ownership's commitment to building a new stadium and improving fan experience. The conversation delves into financial aspects, public-private partnerships, and the future of baseball operations under the new management. The hosts express cautious optimism about the team's direction while acknowledging the challenges ahead, particularly regarding payroll and stadium development. The show concludes with predictions for the postseason and reactions to all the games thus far. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to new ownership and reactions to press conference 05:54 Building a ballpark 14:47 Return to Tropicana Field 20:43 HCC Dale Mabry Campus 38:57 Baseball Operations outlook under new ownership 57:48 Playoff Baseball Insights and Series Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Raise Your Voice, hosts Brett Rutherford and Darby Robinson discuss the significant changes surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays, including the sale of the team and the legacy of former owner Stuart Sternberg. They explore the implications of new ownership under Patrick Zalupski, expectations for payroll and team strategy, and the future of the Rays, including potential stadium developments and branding refreshes. The conversation reflects on the complexities of ownership in Major League Baseball and the challenges the Rays face moving forward. 00:00 Introduction and Season Reflections 01:27 Ownership Change: The Sale of the Rays 05:18 Stuart Sternberg's Legacy 08:07 Cautious Optimism for New Ownership 14:28 The Future of the Rays: Stadium and Branding 33:59 The Importance of a Rays Hall of Fame 38:54 Ownership Changes and Payroll Expectations 57:46 Future Strategies for the Rays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of Carson Williams' Call-Up 03:02 Evaluating Carson Williams' Potential and Expectations 05:53 The Importance of Managing Expectations for Young Players 08:54 Discussion on Ian Seymour's Performance and Future 11:55 The State of the Rays' Pitching Rotation 14:53 Future Prospects and Player Development Strategies 29:09 Pitching Prospects and Future Uncertainties 32:40 The Evolution of Pitching Strategies 35:49 Caminero's Home Run Chase 48:05 Junior Caminero: A Rising Star in Baseball 52:43 Contract Negotiations and Player Extensions 58:57 Identifying Extension Candidates 01:09:59 Future Prospects and Team Strategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Current State of the Team 02:55 Disappointment and Expectations for the Season 05:51 Prospects and Future Outlook 08:49 Injuries and Roster Management 11:43 Offensive Struggles and Key Players 14:47 Pitching Challenges and Team Strategy 17:54 Bob Seymour's Impact and Future Role 27:20 Evaluating Player Depth and Future Prospects 28:53 Emerging Talents: Tre' Morgan and Carson Williams 30:58 Assessing Team Strategy and Player Utilization 34:22 The Importance of Player Development and Exposure 38:37 Pitching Prospects: Yoniel Curet and Future Options 48:55 Looking Ahead: Impact Players for Next Season 50:46 Injury Concerns and Rotation Dynamics 54:06 Pitching Challenges and Future Strategies 01:00:03 Evaluating Trades and Team Direction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices