Video: Pro Football Hall of Famer Rondé Barber breaks down his most anticipated games on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule. TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Buccaneers' Chris Godwin will be donning a slightly different jersey this year. It's a small but significant change, and one close to his heart. Godwin announced via social media Thursday he's chosen to add "Jr." to the name on … [Read more...] about Why Bucs’ Chris Godwin is changing the name on his jersey
Wander Franco charged with gun possession as his trial on child sexual abuse charges continues
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who's currently on trial on charges including sexual abuse of a minor, was charged Sunday with illegal possession of a handgun, prosecutors said. Franco was arrested Nov. 10 in San Juan de la Maguana after an altercation in a parking lot. No one was injured during the fight, and the handgun, a … [Read more...] about Wander Franco charged with gun possession as his trial on child sexual abuse charges continues
Parrish impresses early at Bucs rookie minicamp
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Standing 5-foot-10, third-round rookie cornerback Jacob Parrish is undersized for his position. But what he lacks in size, he more than makes up for in athleticism, instinct, and confidence. "My whole life, I have been a smaller guy, but I feel like it is my mindset," said Parrish. "I feel like I am the best player on the field and that is how I approach … [Read more...] about Parrish impresses early at Bucs rookie minicamp
Tampa Bay Lightning host locker room sale
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Tampa Bay Lightning are hosting a locker room sale to benefit the Lightning Foundation. The locker room sale will be Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Pepsi Porch at Amalie Arena. Tampa Bay Lightning host locker room sale UTampa goes back-to-back winning Division II Baseball National Championship Fans will get a chance to purchase … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning host locker room sale
Evan Longoria retires from MLB with one last day as a Ray
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — On Saturday, Tampa Bay Rays legend Evan Longoria signed a one-day contract with the team so when he officially retired from Major League Baseball, he would do it in the same jersey he started in. Longoria joined the Rays at 18 years old and spent ten seasons with the team as a third baseman, from 2008 to 2017. Tampa Bay Rays' Evan Longoria hits a … [Read more...] about Evan Longoria retires from MLB with one last day as a Ray