Rueben Bain Says “Get Your Popcorn Ready”
June 10th, 2026
Rueben Bain
The Buccaneers’ first-round pick is full of optimism.
In true Rueben Bain fashion, he had just the right things to say after throwing out the first pitch at the Tampa Bay Rays game on Monday.
On the scene was Joe’s friend Rock Riley of WDAE radio. Riley spoke 1-on-1 with Bain, who said he wasn’t really nervous because he had a similar experience in college.
“Down the middle, straight gas,” Bain said of his pitching approach.
Yes, Bain and Riley talked football. The Miami Mauler edge rusehr said what sticks out for him at One Buc Palace is team cameraderie. He said the entire defensive line has been very welcoming to him and all rookies.
Bain also said his new Bucs teammates have impressed him with their focus.
“The next-play mentality. People don’t really dwell on the past,” Bain said when asked about what’s impressed him. “They’re where their feet are.”
The rookie didn’t hesitate to tell fans a special season lies ahead.
“It’s going to be a great year,” Bain said. “Get your popcorn ready. Get your tickets ready.”
Bain was joined at the game with all other Buccaneers rookies.
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