The Nick Wize Show
Join The Nick Wize Show every Saturday on 95.3 WDAE & iHeart Radio as we dive into local Tampa Bay sports... everything from the Bucs & USF Bulls to the Lightning & Rays! Plus the BIGGEST College Sports stories from around the State of Florida
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July 2, 2026 • 83 mins
Ronnie Lane fills in for Nick Wize and dives into the Tampa Bay Rays' incredible turnaround after what many fans thought was a disastrous June. Instead, the Rays finish the month at an even 13-13 thanks to a dominant stretch highlighted by Junior Caminero's historic power surge. Ronnie explains why Caminero isn't just the future of the franchise—he's a superstar the Rays must lock up for years to come. Plus, Team USA survives...
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July 1, 2026 • 85 mins
Nick Wize opens the show celebrating the Rays' sixth straight victory, reminding everyone that this team may be back even tho Nick wanted to call the losing streak a trend; rather than a slump. The episode covers Junior Caminero's incredible hot streak and why the Rays should make signing him to a long-term extension their top priority while continuing to push for a new stadium in Tampa Bay. Former USF Hall of Fame goalkeeper Jeff ...
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July 1, 2026 • 11 mins
Nick Wize opens the segment by reacting to the eye-opening trade package it would likely take for the Rays to acquire one of baseball's premier pitchers, Tarik Skubal. From there, it's time for the Nick Wize Show Half-Season Rays Awards. Nick hands out honors for the Most Surprising Player, MVP of the Half, Cy Young of the Half, Comeback Player, Best Moment, and more while comparing his picks to the awards he handed out at the quar...
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July 1, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize opens up NHL Free Agency by applauding the Lightning's approach to improving the roster. Nick believes Ilya Mikheyev's defensive mindset and penalty-killing ability will make him a valuable addition to Tampa Bay's forward group, while Jeffrey Viel addresses the team's need for more grit and toughness. Sometimes the best offseason moves aren't the biggest names—they're the players who perfectly fit the roles a conten...
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July 1, 2026 • 9 mins
ick Wize and Producer Tim settle one of sports' greatest debates: which league has the best overtime format? The discussion starts with soccer's dramatic penalty kicks, where Nick embraces the pressure-packed finish while Tim argues championships should never be decided without both teams at full strength. From the NHL's marathon playoff overtime to the NCAAF, MLB, and beyond, the guys compare the biggest pros and cons of every spo...
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July 1, 2026 • 9 mins
Is Baker Mayfield finally getting the respect he deserves? Nick Wize and Producer Tim break down a popular NFL quarterback tier list one category at a time, debating exactly where Baker belongs. While the published rankings leave them scratching their heads, the guys explain why they believe Mayfield has played well enough to be considered a Borderline Star and why they'd choose him over nearly half the quarterbacks in that tier.
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July 1, 2026 • 10 mins
Nick Wize is joined by former USF Hall of Fame goalkeeper Jeff Attinella to preview Team USA's massive Round of 32 showdown against Bosnia. With both Canada and Mexico already advancing, Jeff explains why he's cautiously optimistic about the Americans' chances while breaking down the tactical battles that could decide the match. The guys also discuss the biggest surprises from the World Cup knockout stage and which teams have excee...
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July 1, 2026 • 9 mins
Junior Caminero is playing like one of baseball's brightest young stars, and Nick Wize believes the Rays should waste no time locking him up with a long-term contract extension. Nick compares recent MLB megadeals to project what Caminero could eventually command and explains why delaying negotiations could cost Tampa Bay millions. He also reiterates his biggest wish for the franchise: get shovels in the ground on a new stadium and ...
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July 1, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize opens the show by celebrating the Rays' sixth consecutive victory after many fans and media members declared the sky was falling during their recent rough stretch. Nick is laughing while watching the Rays make plenty of doubters (including him) eat their words. Plus, Nick and Producer Tim react to the stunning news of why so many German players appeared unwilling to step up during the decisive penalty shootout against Par...
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June 30, 2026 • 87 mins
Nick Wize delivers another jam-packed edition of The Nick Wize Show by urging Rays fans not to get carried away after Tampa Bay's recent five-game winning streak. While many are buying into the momentum, Nick explains why the upcoming schedule before the All-Star break will be the true measuring stick. He continues the debate over whether Junior Caminero is merely a star or has already reached superstar status, welcomes Evan Closky...
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June 30, 2026 • 8 mins
Nick Wize gets Producer Tim fired up after defending the controversial VAR decision that erased Germany's extra-time goal against Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 32. While Tim sides with many former international players and television analysts who felt the foul was far too soft to overturn a goal, Nick believes the referee applied the rules correctly. The debate continues as they discuss whether Germany should blame the officia...
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June 30, 2026 • 6 mins
Nick Wize spins the wheel and gets the James Madison Dukes in another exciting edition of Campus Crash Course. With the countdown ticking, Nick answers a barrage of questions about the Dukes' football program, new head coach, recent accomplishments, and outlook for the upcoming season—all in under a minute. It's a fast, informative, and entertaining way to get caught up on one of college football's most interesting teams.
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June 30, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize welcomes Steve Isbitts of JoeBucsFan.com for an in-depth Buccaneers conversation that begins with one of the most talked-about offseason topics: were some Bucs players taking plays off during games last season? Nick applauds JoeBucsFan.com for digging into the issue before shifting to Baker Mayfield's next contract, the battle for touches between Bucky Irving and Kenneth Gainwell, and which under-the-radar players quietly...
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June 30, 2026 • 10 mins
One comment on social media leads to a thought-provoking Buccaneers discussion as Nick Wize addresses whether Tampa Bay should sign Terrion Arnold. Nick and Producer Tim both come to the same conclusion, arguing that despite Arnold's football talent, his serious legal issues present too much uncertainty and too much potential for distraction. They discuss the value of maintaining a strong locker room culture and why smart front off...
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June 30, 2026 • 9 mins
It's time for another edition of Prop Bets Sportsbook! Nick Wize and Producer Tim are faced with five outrageous hypothetical prop bets, ranging from +10,000 all the way down to +500. The catch? For each category, they have to pick the one wager (out of 4 different wagers) they'd be willing to hypothetically bet everything they own on. Which longshot is actually worth the risk? Which favorite feels like free money? The guys debate ...
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June 30, 2026 • 12 mins
Nick Wize welcomes 10 Tampa Bay Sports Director Evan Closky to break down the Rays' recent winning streak and whether it's a sign of something sustainable or just another hot stretch. The two debate whether Junior Caminero has officially crossed into superstar territory or if he's still simply one of baseball's brightest young stars. They also discuss why this Rays roster is much better suited for Tropicana Field than last season's...
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June 30, 2026 • 8 mins
It was an eventful show on WDAE as Nick Wize continued his measured approach to the Rays' recent success while the studio experienced a surprise power issue that left the lights out—but not the show. Nick explains why Tampa Bay's recent winning streak shouldn't erase the memories of its June slump and why fans should wait until after the upcoming stretch before making any big declarations. He also expands on his take that Jun...
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June 30, 2026 • 14 mins
A five-game winning streak has everyone feeling optimistic around Tampa Bay, but Nick Wize believes now is exactly when fans need to stay grounded. He explains why the Rays' upcoming schedule will be a much better measuring stick than their latest run of victories and why it's dangerous to overreact to short-term success. Later, Nick continues making the case that Junior Caminero is a superstar in the making, but currently is a sta...
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June 29, 2026 • 85 mins
Nick Wize kicks off the show by explaining why the Rays deserve praise for sweeping the Diamondbacks but not premature World Series predictions. Listeners weigh in with calls and texts, creating a spirited debate over Tampa Bay's ceiling. Nick then turns his attention to bold College Football Playoff guarantees that he believes are anything but certain before highlighting two hilarious MLB broadcasting moments that went viral over ...
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June 29, 2026 • 9 mins
It's time for another edition of Campus Crash Course! After spinning the wheel featuring only college football programs with cat mascots, Nick Wize lands on the Texas State Bobcats. Can he answer a series of rapid-fire questions about the program in under 60 seconds? Find out as Nick puts his college football knowledge to the test.
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