Mahomes/Reid Rarefied Air? Shanahan/49ers Title Drought Lead Super Bowl Storylines. Embiid's Absence, Lakers Turning The Corner? College B-Ball Back On Sports Map? Orioles Get A Much Needed Ace
Get ready for some big sports news and up to the second info on the podcast as I'll pack a huge wallop on this recent episode for your edification. On deck:
(3:00) I have to apprise you folks of some housekeeping prior to getting into sports. There's an upgrade to the podcast, which includes a VIDEO component on my YouTube channel (link below) starting next Monday. Also, some other news that WILL come as a surprise, so you have to tune in to hear what it's all about.
(5:58) Super Bowl Week has arrived. Both the Kansas City Chiefs & San Francisco 49ers have descended down on Sin City, Las Vegas as the 58th version of the big game is set for Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. I'll introduce some interesting storylines (i.e. a rematch from the game four years ago, Andy Reid & Patrick Mahomes about to reach rarefied air, Kyle Shanahan's attempt to win his first Bowl, the Niners title drought, among many others) There's plenty of time to breakdown the game itself, which I'll do on Thursday's podcast, so today will focus on the headlines that will be discussed all week as we prepare for the final game of the NFL season. In coaching news, the Washington Commanders hired former Cowboys defensive coordinator, Dan Quinn to patrol the sidelines in DC. Was this a smart hire? Was it a good hire? CORRECTION: I made a mention of Andy Reid’s son being involved in a fatal car accident. It was NOT fatal. The little girl involved was severely injured. My apologies for the erroneous comment.
(26:37) There have been some developments in the Association over the past week, with the big one being reigning MVP, Joel Embiid. He suffered a knee injury and had to get surgery to repair a torn meniscus. How his absence will affect not just the Sixers, but the Eastern Conference overall. The Lakers have had two huge road wins in Boston and New York against the Knicks. Are they starting to turn the corner? In three days, the NBA trade deadline will arrive. I'll get into which names are being thrown around as teams look for reinforcements for the stretch run of the season. As well as, Bradley Beal's triumphant return to Washington in his first visit back from his playing days with the Wizards.
(39:08) College basketball is starting to take more notice as North Carolina-Duke renewed their long standing rivalry on Saturday night, with the Tar Heels winning in the Dean Dome. With quite a few blue bloods (i.e. North Carolina, Kansas, Duke, Kentucky) ranked in the Top 25, is that good for the casual college b-ball fan, unlike last year?
(43:11) The NHL is coming out of their All-Star Break with the 'second half' picking up tonight. I'll take a look at what the remainder of the season looks like for teams that may take some big leaps (i.e. Vancouver, Winnipeg, Boston) and others that are scrambling or jockeying for playoff positioning. What about the Edmonton Oilers trying to make history after a ten day layoff to go for a record 17 game winning streak tomorrow night in Vegas?
(51:54) With pitchers and catchers reporting in a week and a half, the Baltimore Orioles made a significant trade in bringing in former Milwaukee Brewers ace, Corbin Burnes. Is it their division to lose again, after winning the AL East last year?
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