It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Tampa Bay History Center in Tampa, FL gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Tampa, FL is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
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“I’ve worked for Always Best Care going on a year. I love Jeri and Keith,”
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“I recently met with Arianna and her professionalism was beyond compare. Her knowledge of the benefits to assist seniors is remarkable. I also met with Sherry, the Owner/Ceo and her ability to make you feel comfortable, and her compassion is evident- they are a true leader in their respective field. I would highly recommend Always Best Care. I work in the Senior industry and feel confident in referring to this top-notch Agency.”
“I can highly recommend Sherry and her team of caregivers they are prompt, thorough, friendly and professional. I hired them to assist my aging Mother with her ambulatory challenges and light housework that she can no longer perform. Always Best was there for us and provided a bridge to specialized care for Mom when we needed it most.”
“Great experience! My husband has dementia and his caregiver, Cole, sent by ABC is the perfect match. Caring, totally respectful we can highly recommend the services of Always Best Care.”
“I can’t speak highly enough about Arianna. She is so professional, but leads with such compassion and care. I know if I call her to help with a resident, I can trust she is going over and beyond to make sure loved ones and families get the best care they deserve!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services gets a full five stars from me! If Google allowed six, I’d use it. The team is professional, reliable, and genuinely caring. Communication is smooth, and they make everything feel easy and stress-free. They don’t just provide care—they truly care. Highly recommend! ????”
“Tiffany and Tatriana are both my caregivers they are both highly professional compassionate and I could not live without them. I'm so thankful for Always Best Care for sending me them. The company is the very best health care agency I've ever had. Big Thank you Tiffany and Tatriana for all that you do for me.”
“Tiffany is my mothers care giver! She is always respectful and super helpful. She helps out my mother so much along with one of my moms friends! She is passionate about her job , she takes everyone’s thoughts and feelings seriously. If you have someone you love that is associated with Always Best Care , just know that if you get Tiffany as a care giver she will always satisfy your family’s health care needs ❤️”
“Tiffany is my caregiver and I don't know what I would do without her. She always uplifts me and encourages me every day with her smile, positivity and super awesome help!!! She goes above and beyond and treats me like she would her own mother. I love her so much! She is the best caregiver I have ever had!!!!????????❤️”
“Excellent service . Staff professional and competent No issues whatsoever”
“Sherry and her team have been the perfect fit for my folks, who can be… a handful. The professionalism, understanding, patience, and kindness shown by ABC greatly enhances their quality of life, not to mention the family’s peace of mind.”
“Always Best Care did a tremendous job in taking care of my grandma. She has never been the biggest “people person” and she had no complaints about the level of care she received. It took a lot of trust for me to make this decision to move her, but I fully supported everything Always Best Care stands for and they made the transition so smooth. Absolutely impeccable staff, 11/10 recommend!”
“Literally the best. They helped take the best of care of my grandparents!! Can’t thank them enough!!”
“Always Best Care has gone above and beyond in helping my grandmother with her health needs. Special shout to Arianna Franklin for always reaching out and checking in, she’s one of a kind!”
“Always Best Care has been such a blessing for our family. Their team has taken wonderful care of my grandmother with so much kindness, patience, and respect. They’re reliable, responsive, and truly go above and beyond to make sure she’s comfortable and cared for. It’s been such a relief knowing she’s in good hands. I’m so grateful for their compassion and professionalism and we couldn’t ask for better support.”
“Because of Sherry and her staff, I have a new found appreciation for the in home wellness industry. Prior to Always Best Care Senior Services, my mother was not enjoying her life as much as she could have. Once Sherry and her team came aboard, my mother's quality of life improved ten fold. I will never truly be able to express how deeply grateful I am for all your hard work. You have given my mother a new lease on life. I highly recommend Sherry to anyone in search of in home care for your loved one. Thank you.”
“Professional care with a personal touch. Some of the nicest people I have ever met during these trying times.”
“Caring and trustworthy! Elizabeth and Allison always make sure my father’s shifts are covered. They are fantastic at always staying in communication and are so wonderful to work with. My father’s aides: Sharon, Lizette and Rose are incredibly kind, respectful, and caring. What they do matters and I feel so Blessed to have these Angels caring for my father. Over and beyond Stellar!!!????????????”
“Excellent agency, Great bosses and competitive pay, great service with your caregivers”
“We have used Always Best Senior Care many times. Their service has always exceeded our expectations. I would not hesitate to recommend them. I can not thank them enough for the care and support over the years!”
“Maria has been the best caregiver I had for in home care from Always Best Care in Tarpon Springs for over a year! She helps with the daily task, transportation and food preparation. All around wonderful service and well-trained caregiver. The difference is that she wants to help you, not just there to get paid. Maria is something special and a very good cook. I highly recommend Always Best Care for senior services. (Stephen Loyek)”
“ABC was a life saver for my family and me. The care givers were all fantastic. My step-mom’s final year and days and the quality of her life were certainly enhanced with the help of this awesome company. Everyone at the company, especially Lisa Crase was so helpful and compassionate. They were all here for us at a very difficult time. I would highly recommend this company if you need an easy and flexible care giver situation for a family member. I just really cannot thank ABC for everything they did for us. Nancy Chango, Tampa, FL”
“had very good service with wonderful caring workers for my mom”
“Let me start off by saying that Always Best Care is the best home health company I’ve ever worked for ! The management treats you like family , they are very considerate and understanding & they make sure we are treating our clients like family as well ! They help make sure that we are providing our clients with the best care possible by choosing the best caregiver that fits each client. Also , There is flexible scheduling where you can pick what schedule fits you best. I love this company because they show me every day that I am appreciated it.”
“If you’re looking for care for a loved one, or a job as a caregiver this is the best place. The owners are very hands on, and they service a wide area. I’ve been with the company for years, I’ve seen the work from staff and it’s amazing the way everyone comes together so that every client receives the best possible care.”
“Always best care tarpon Springs office has been a life saver with caring for my mother with dementia. Her caregiver Linda is so dedicated to her job, and my mom and me love her to death. She is very communicative, and passionate about what she does. My mom could not live independently if i did not have always best care and linda by her side. Also whenever speaking with scheduling and office staff- they are always helpful and friendly too! Thanks guys! Yall do amazing work!”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I'm a HHA for this company and there amazing people to work for!!”
“I'm a former employee of ABC and I had an awesome experience working with them. The office staff is very warm and welcoming. The owners, Keith and Jeri are super nice and personable. They recognize their employees every month, they also have different events where we could get together and socialize. I've learned so much more, that wasn't taught at "school". Not a bad company to work for.”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I have used Always Best Care for two extended periods. All the staff assigned to take care of my father were excellent and punctual. The office staff are great and have become great friends. I would recommend this company for the care of your family members.”
“Raina King is a true angel, a gift from God. Our beloved Grandmother passed away today and unfortunately we live far away. Raina was in constant communication with us through the entire journey. She gave great comfort to our loved one and we could not have been blessed with a better person to be by Gram’s side. God Bless you and all that you do. ????????❤️ Highly recommend.”
“I love working for for ABC. The owner's are very compassionate about their clients and caregivers. They go above and beyond to help those in need. I have 20+ years in healthcare and I have never worked with such an AMAZING team!”
“I’ve worked for Always Best Care going on a year. I love Jeri and Keith, very understanding. Rebeca, Natalie and Lisa, Also in the office, all listen to our needs and concerns. They are very understanding to all the caregivers, I feel like a big family with our clients. Working for this company is like having a very big extended family and I love it and would not give it up. And yes I would definitely and highly recommend Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs Florida. The extended family that I don’t have, but I do now. Thank you for letting me be a part of Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs Florida.”
“Keith and Jeri are angels that walk among us. My in-laws have been receiving care from Always Best since May 2019. They are in their 90’s and still in their own home. This has been a year of challenges as my mother-in-law has dementia and my father-in-law’s health has gotten more tenuous. Keith has taken my dad to the hospital and urgent care, grocery shopped for them and scrambled to provide aides on short notice after hospitalization. We live out of state and I have had to depend on them so much. Jeri and Keith go above and beyond and I trust them implicitly! I can’t say enough good about them and I know that they will be successful because they are ethical, caring and operate their business with the highest degree of integrity. We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have been referred to them.”
“ABC is a well managed and high quality home health care service. All the workers have been consistently good and provide excellent care for our father. Rebeca has been awesome to ensure our needs are satisfied and that we always have the round the clock coverage we need.”
“Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs has given me peace of mind knowing that my mom is in good hands. She enjoys their services and I highly recommend them!”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Ballast Point Park in Tampa, FL with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Ocean Prime or visit Henry B Plant Museum, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Tampa, FL, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Tampa, FL understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Tampa, FL 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
The Tampa Fall ID/Rising Stars ID will be held on Saturday, October 10th at Tampa Prep in Tampa, FL. Talented prospects in the 2027-2032 classes from the state of Florida will be in attendance, looking to show off the progress and gains that they've made throughout the summer and early fall.The Fall ID begins our identification process for our biggest, invite-only events of 2027, such as the Florida State Games, Preseason All-State, Southeast Super Sophomore Games, Prep Baseball Future Games, and more.For 2027 prospects who are...
The Tampa Fall ID/Rising Stars ID will be held on Saturday, October 10th at Tampa Prep in Tampa, FL. Talented prospects in the 2027-2032 classes from the state of Florida will be in attendance, looking to show off the progress and gains that they've made throughout the summer and early fall.
The Fall ID begins our identification process for our biggest, invite-only events of 2027, such as the Florida State Games, Preseason All-State, Southeast Super Sophomore Games, Prep Baseball Future Games, and more.
For 2027 prospects who are still uncommitted, you still have plenty of time. This event will get your updated numbers and video in front of over 1,000 colleges who subscribe to our site. This event will hopefully help you work towards that college commitment.
All highlights from the Tampa Fall ID will be promoted on PrepBaseballReport.com. The Prep Baseball Report is subscribed to by nearly 1000 colleges and pro scouts across the country. All results will be posted on the site; along with players’ highlights.
The Prep Baseball Report’s goal is to help student-athletes achieve their dreams of playing baseball at the next level. If you want to take advantage of this opportunity, please get your registration in as soon as possible.
When: Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where: Tampa Prep - 727 W Cass St, Tampa, FL 33606
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Following a Prep Baseball event, players will receive unrivaled access to their advanced ball-tracking and swing metrics through the TrackMan and BlastConnect apps as well as visual skills through Vizual Edge testing. Furthermore, key metrics will live inside the player's official Prep Baseball profile to help them in their recruitment process.
How to Watch Wild vs LightningThe Tampa Bay Lightning try to stay perfect at home when they host the Minnesota Wild on Thursday. The Tampa Bay Lightning look to win their third straight at home when they host the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night. After a lopsided road loss to the New York Rangers in their season opener, the Lightning have looked good in back-to-back home games. They first beat the Washington Capitals in their home opener, 3-1, then followed it up with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday. The Li...
The Tampa Bay Lightning look to win their third straight at home when they host the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night. After a lopsided road loss to the New York Rangers in their season opener, the Lightning have looked good in back-to-back home games. They first beat the Washington Capitals in their home opener, 3-1, then followed it up with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday. The Lightning dominated in shots on goal, outshooting the Flyers 36-14. Brayden Point scored the first goal late in the first period, and Pontus Holmberg scored just 17 seconds into the second to give Tampa a 2-0 lead. The game was much closer, though, than the final score suggested, with Philadelphia scoring early in the second to cut the deficit to one. The game would stay that way until Ilya Mikheyev scored with just three minutes left. That broke it open when Brandon Hagel iced the game on an empty net with seven seconds left in regulation. Holmberg and Mikheyev were the first and second stars, respectively, with each scoring a goal and adding an assist. Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy made 13 saves and earned the third star, but more importantly, he is now tied with Andy Moog for 20th place in all-time wins, with 372. Tampa Bay will be the -155 favorite at home against Minnesota to keep this winning streak alive.
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Game Date: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Game Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN+, Wild+
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The Wild have had the opposite start to the season as the Lightning. Minnesota won its first two games against the Nashville Predators and Boston Bruins. But the Wild are trying to bounce back after a 3-2 overtime road loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Things looked great for the Wild when they scored the first two goals of the night in the second period. Danila Yurov scored on the power play, and Maxim Shabanov scored less than two minutes later. But Buffalo took over in the third period, scoring two goals of their own. Owen Power scored with 38 seconds left in overtime. No Wild finished in the top three stars and were outshot 28-20. They’ll need to create many more chances to pull off this road upset.
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TAMPA, Fla. - Hurricane Isaias is moving across the Gulf Thursday morning and is forecast to strengthen before making landfall along the northern U.S. Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday.Gulf Coast hurricane forecastWhat we know:Hurricane Isaias formed late Wednesday night in the Gulf. As of 5 a.m. on Thursday, the storm was located 170 miles northwest of Progresso, Mexico, and 420 miles south-southwest of the mouth of the Mississippi River.The hurricane is moving east-no...
TAMPA, Fla. - Hurricane Isaias is moving across the Gulf Thursday morning and is forecast to strengthen before making landfall along the northern U.S. Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday.
What we know:
Hurricane Isaias formed late Wednesday night in the Gulf. As of 5 a.m. on Thursday, the storm was located 170 miles northwest of Progresso, Mexico, and 420 miles south-southwest of the mouth of the Mississippi River.
The hurricane is moving east-northeast at 9 mph with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph and higher gusts. Additional strengthening is expected through early Friday as the system moves north of the Yucatan Peninsula.
By the numbers:
Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 15 miles from the center, while tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 90 miles.
The system is forecast to bring 3 to 7 inches of rain across the central Gulf Coast, with localized totals up to 10 inches from southeastern Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle. Surrounding areas across the Southeast and Tennessee Valley could see 1 to 3 inches of rain.
As it moves closer toward the Northern Gulf Coast, it will start to be torn apart by very strong wind shear. That said, it will still be very strong as it reaches the coast.
What's next:
A turn toward the northeast is expected later Thursday, followed by a turn northward on Friday. The storm is expected to approach the northern Gulf Coast on Friday night.
Even the Bay Area will experience higher than normal tides on Friday 1-3' above normal high tide. One other area of concern is that as Isaias makes landfall and starts to change its structure, drier air will help to trigger severe weather. Many of these outer feeder bands will not only produce heavy rain, but also have the potential for tornadoes for Northern Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
A hurricane warning is active from Ocean Springs, Mississippi, to the Bay/Gulf County Line, Florida. A storm surge warning covers the area from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Steinhatchee River, Florida.
What we don't know:
Officials have not yet confirmed the exact peak surge water heights for specific coastal communities along the landfall path.
The precise timing and location of potential flash flooding or river flooding will depend on localized rainfall totals over the weekend.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from official public advisories and forecast updates issued by the National Hurricane Center.
The system in the Gulf of Mexico has an 80% chance of developing.Tampa Bay skies are likely to be gray and dreary this week as a cold front stalls over the state, leading to days of rainy weather.Elsewhere, forecasters are monitoring a system near Mexico that is expected become a tropical depression as it moves east this week.Meteorologists and forecasters say it’s too early to know where the system may end up or how strong it may be.Gulf Coast residents from Louisiana to Florida should watch the forecasts &...
The system in the Gulf of Mexico has an 80% chance of developing.
Tampa Bay skies are likely to be gray and dreary this week as a cold front stalls over the state, leading to days of rainy weather.
Elsewhere, forecasters are monitoring a system near Mexico that is expected become a tropical depression as it moves east this week.
Meteorologists and forecasters say it’s too early to know where the system may end up or how strong it may be.
Gulf Coast residents from Louisiana to Florida should watch the forecasts “for the possibility of anything from a sloppy rainmaker to a more coherent wind, rain, and surge threat later this week into the weekend,” wrote Michael Lowry, a South Florida hurricane specialist, in a post on his “Eye on the Tropics” Substack.
Early Monday, a cold front was spurring on showers and thunderstorms along the Panhandle. The National Weather Service expects that front to sag slowly intomuch of the rest of Florida and park there.
Floridians should not expect chillier weather with this cold front. Instead, gray skies and humidity will blanket Tampa Bay.
“It’s going to bring an increase — I know it’s hard to believe in Florida — but an increase in moisture and humidity,” said Stephen Shiveley, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Ruskin.
The Weather Prediction Center issued a marginal risk of excessive rainfall through Thursday across Florida, which includes much of Tampa Bay. The threat migrates south as the week progresses.
The overcast skies will keep temperatures in the mid-80s, but muggy weather will persist.
Thunderstorm coverage is forecast to increase during the work week as a cold front moves into the area and stalls out. Widespread thunderstorms are forecast to develop each day beginning Monday, bringing areas of heavy rainfall. pic.twitter.com/ulfP4A4Bya
— NWS Tampa Bay (@NWSTampaBay) October 4, 2026
Shiveley said showers are likely to be on and off over the next several days. Wednesday and Thursday will likely be the dreariest, he said.
The Nature Coast could see rain totals topping out at around 6 inches this week. Tampa Bay can expect 2 to 4 inches, Shiveley said.
Florida typically dips its toes into fall around early October, but it’s still difficult for cold fronts to keep up steam when diving into the state.
“We get these dying cold fronts that just don’t have the energy yet to push through us, and they end up being kind of like a graveyard here in Florida,” Shiveley said.
Florida cold fronts may struggle in early October, but tropical weather still has some juice left this time of year.
The National Hurricane Center was eyeing that southwestern Gulf system Monday and said it was producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms.
Forecasters say it is likely to develop gradually and will likely become a tropical depression during the middle or latter part of this week.
The hurricane center said the system should drift east for the next few days before turning north.
“It is too early to determine the specific impacts to the northern Gulf Coast, but interests there should closely monitor the progress of this system,” forecasters wrote Monday in a tropical update.
Forecasters gave the system a 70% chance of development over the next two days, and an 80% chance in a week.
“It seems likely a system will develop, but it also seems likely it will struggle to get strong due to wind shear,” Jeff Berardelli, chief meteorologist for WFLA-Ch. 8, wrote Monday morning in a social media post.
No hurricanes have formed this season in what has become an unprecedented stretch of calm not seen since satellite tracking began 60 years ago.
A robust El Niño has ramped up strong, widespread wind shear that has curbed any chances of storms developing further.
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“If a system manages to get going, steering currents would favor a generally northward track,” Paul Dellegatto, chief meteorologist for WTVT-Ch. 13, wrote in a social media post Sunday.
“Regardless of whether a named storm forms, one thing is certain: elevated rain chances and above-normal rainfall will persist through mid-October.”
Models largely agree that a “plume of moisture” associated with the system will move north toward Louisiana to the Panhandle, whether the disturbance develops or not, Shiveley said. As of Monday, Shiveley said no reliable model runs that he had seen show the system near Tampa Bay.
He added that models struggle to track storms before they have developed.
For now, the system is still several days out. Any effects from it likely wouldn’t arrive until the weekend or early next week.
“Right now the general thinking is a weaker storm or low pressure,” Denis Phillips, chief meteorologist for WFTS-Ch. 28, wrote in a social media post Monday morning. “The main threat will be heavy rain as this interacts with a front along the northern Gulf Coast.”
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This week the Buccaneers play on Thursday Night Football, a national spotlight for a team that does not deserve it. Tampa Bay is 0-4 (only two games out of first though, just ask coach Bowles) with a spiraling feeling surrounding the organization. The Bucs are not yet lifeless, but the trend is nearing that point. Losers of 11 of their last 13, Tampa is flatly not good right now and does not appear to nearing a solution or a corner to turn in the near future. The team has a coach on the hot seat, a quarterback in a thumb cast, and a familiar...
This week the Buccaneers play on Thursday Night Football, a national spotlight for a team that does not deserve it. Tampa Bay is 0-4 (only two games out of first though, just ask coach Bowles) with a spiraling feeling surrounding the organization. The Bucs are not yet lifeless, but the trend is nearing that point. Losers of 11 of their last 13, Tampa is flatly not good right now and does not appear to nearing a solution or a corner to turn in the near future. The team has a coach on the hot seat, a quarterback in a thumb cast, and a familiar vibe starting to set in.
“We’ve got to coach it better, we’ve got to play it better.”
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The Buccaneers will be entering Thursday’s game with a minute margin of error. In order for Tampa to win their first game of the season, not only will they need their A-game, but they will likely need that A-game to be accompanied by a few breaks— Breaks Daniel LaRusso would be proud of (Tampa may be given similar odds as well). The Bucs will be pitted up against a team with legitimate championship aspirations that is need of a victory. Dallas is just 2-2, leagues ahead of the prey they’ll see on Thursday night, but not near where expectations would have placed them at the year’s start.
There is no denying that the Buccaneers are going to struggle to match the Cowboys’ personnel. Tampa has injuries, youth, and just general lethargy going against them. Perhaps this will be the week that the team will in fact coach it better and then wind up playing it better, however, a more likely outcome is Bowles’ bunch will look much like it has thus far in 2026, meaning their straightest path towards victory will be turnovers.
The Dallas Cowboys have two games this season where they have played a clean game— They are 2-0 in those contests. Subsequently, they’ve played two games where their heralded offense has given the ball away to its opposition— Dallas is 0-2 in these games.
Simple data, but its data that is tied back to a tale as old as time— If you win the turnover battle, you win the game.
Todd Bowles’ Buccaneers have little to no chance at winning this game in many people’s eyes, however, any chance they do have is going to rest on taking care of the ball offensively and taking the ball away from Dak Prescott to give that offense more opportunities to find points of their own.
Can this coaching staff guide an undrafted rookie quarterback away mistakes without handcuffing him to first down runs every sequence? Can Todd Bowles generate some pressure and force Dak Prescott into a mistake, or two… Or three?
“You can’t win a game, if you don’t score any points.”
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Let’s set the table. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are heading into a primetime matchup, on a short week, up against one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL, while they wield an offense that has been as dull as a school-lunchroom spork. In four games, Dallas has been held under 30 just one time and has never been kept beneath 20. Factually, the Cowboys can score points and it is unlikely Todd Bowles’ defense will be able to keep the lid on Dak and co. for the entirety of this game. The Buccaneers will need to score. There is not a single NFL game where you don’t need to score (if you plan on winning), but this Thursday in particular, they will touchdowns. The issue is, undrafted rookie quarterback or not, the Buccaneers’ offense doesn’t really spend a lot of time scoring. So far, 2026 hasn’t really been about touchdowns for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ offense.
Operating as essentially an antonym for Dallas’ output, the Buccaneers haven’t hit the thirty-point mark in any game this season— They’ve only broken 20 one time, way back in week one. For context that 27-point explosion against the Cincinnati Bengals was aided by a defensive score when Josiah Trotter pick sixed Joe Burrow. It is extremely unlikely that the Bucs are going to be able to steal a victory totaling 16 points which is what they’re averaging since that week one performance.
The easiest way the Buccaneers can lose this game is most obvious way the Buccaneers can lose this game— The prediction that anyone prepared to watch this game would make. Dallas is going to score points, they may score a lot of points—
Can the Buccaneers’ offense do something it has not been able to all season and score touchdowns to be able to keep up wth them? That will be the question for Zac Robinson and his floundering unit on Thursday night.
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