Tampa Bay Rays cut pitchers Rob Delaney, Cory Wade
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 The Tampa Bay Rays further thinned their roster today, optioning RHP Rob Delaney to Triple-A and reassigning RHP Cory Wade to minor-league camp.
View ArticleSteve Downie likely to return tonight for Tampa Bay Lightning
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 There's a good chance RW Steve Downie returns to the lineup tonight against the Carolina Hurricanes, giving the Tampa Bay Lightning a...
View ArticleSteve Downie returns for Tampa Bay Lightning
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 TAMPA — RW Steve Downie returned to the lineup Friday night against the Hurricanes, giving the Lightning a much-needed boost.Downie, a top-six...
View ArticleTough economy makes things difficult for IndyCar drivers Tony Kanaan, Dan...
By Jim Tomlin, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 ST. PETERSBURG — Championships don't carry quite the currency in IndyCar that they once did.Or at least don't guarantee as much currency.Dan...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays' division rivals expect them to be back in AL East title race
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 Manager Joe Maddon told his team in his opening spring address that the "report of our demise has been greatly exaggerated," reaffirming that...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays' division rivals expect them to remain in AL East title chase
By Joe Smith, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 Manager Joe Maddon told his team in his opening spring address that the "report of our demise has been greatly exaggerated," reaffirming that...
View ArticleJuan Cruz, Jake McGee, Cesar Ramos appear to have won spots in Tampa Bay...
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 PORT CHARLOTTE — Given that they sent down the two other candidates, and the only other healthy reliever left in camp is Rule 5 pick LHP Cesar...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays trim bullpen candidates but still on the lookout
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 PORT CHARLOTTE — Given that they sent down the two other candidates, and the only other healthy reliever left in camp is Rule 5 pick LHP Cesar...
View ArticleFor Alex Tyus, it's great to still be a Florida Gator
By Gary Shelton, Times Sports Columnist Friday, March 25, 2011 NEW ORLEANS — He could be somewhere else, maybe a lot of somewhere elses. He could have packed his bags. He could have chased his...
View ArticleSticking around pays off for Florida Gators' Alex Tyus
By Gary Shelton, Times Sports Columnist Friday, March 25, 2011 NEW ORLEANS — He could be somewhere else, maybe a lot of somewhere elses. He could have packed his bags. He could have chased his...
View ArticleDabbling in NASCAR just makes Danica Patrick's star burn brighter
By Greg Auman and Jim Tomlin, Times Staff Writers Friday, March 25, 2011 ST. PETERSBURG — Danica Patrick has just started her second season in NASCAR's Nationwide series and finished no higher than...
View ArticleFlorida State Seminoles program still moving up despite loss to VCU in NCAA...
By John Romano, Times Sports Columnist Friday, March 25, 2011 SAN ANTONIO, Texas — You learned to love their devotion to teamwork. You came to appreciate the sensibility of players putting egos...
View ArticleButler Bulldogs band together to try to topple Florida Gators in NCAA Tournament
By Antonya English, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 NEW ORLEANS — The text messages from former Butler players started arriving in Ronald Nored's cell phone early Friday morning. The Butler...
View ArticleDr. Remote
Times staff Friday, March 25, 2011 Baseball classic: 2 p.m. on ESPN Classic. A replay of Matt Garza's no-hitter against the Tigers last season.30 Clubs in 30 Days: 6 p.m. on MLB Network. A preview of...
View ArticleCaptain's Corner: Divers finding plenty of sheepshead, mangrove snapper and...
By Bill Hardman, Times Correspondent Friday, March 25, 2011 What's hot: Divers are still seeing big sheepsheads on the ledges out to about 70 feet of water. They're in shallower water north of...
View ArticleKelsos Ace High's unmatched speed offers advantage in Distance Classic at...
By Don Jensen, Times Correspondent Friday, March 25, 2011 ST. PETERSBURG — His cruising speed is comparable to many. His top speed is second to none.Kelsos Ace High is the greyhound to beat in the...
View ArticlePhillies closer Lidge likely to start on DL
Times wires Friday, March 25, 2011 CLEARWATER — Phillies closer Brad Lidge was shut down with right shoulder soreness and could begin the season on the disabled list, GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said...
View ArticleArroyo tested for lung infection
Times wires Friday, March 25, 2011 GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Ailing Reds pitcher Bronson Arroyo, a Hernando High graduate, has been tested for a fungal infection in his lungs.The right-hander has been sick...
View ArticleGrand Prix of St. Petersburg facts
Times staff Friday, March 25, 2011 TicketsToday general admission: $25 for adults, $10 for 12 and younger.Sunday reserved: Upper rows $80 for adults, $55 for 12 and younger; lower rows $60 for adults,...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays news and notes: Evan Longoria to host musician's release...
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Friday, March 25, 2011 Music note of the dayEvan Longoria is lending his name to help Tampa singer-songwriter Daniel B. Marshall, right, — hosting his CD release...
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