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As the final week of April is here, so is the latest podcast that’s packed with plenty of sports chatter for the casual or diehard fan. On deck:

(4:15) Is the sky falling in Boston? The Miami Heat set a team record with 23 three point shots made in a Game 2 win to even the series at 1. Should Celtics fans (like yours truly) be concerned or worried after what we witnessed last night? The Sixers and Lakers face must wins in a Game 3 tonight, where Philadelphia didn’t get the whistle at the end of the game vs. the Knicks and lost a heartbreaker in Game 2. The Lakers also suffered a gut punch, up 20 in the second half, lose at the buzzer on a shot by Jamal Murray. Can the Sixers and Lakers get back in the series? I’ll take a look at how Indiana and Dallas have drawn even and could they win against the Bucks and Clippers, respectively. What’s going on with the Suns as they go back to the Valley down 0-2 themselves? I’ll uncover all that’s happened in this first round to date and look ahead as to how the weekend will take shape.

(29:31) Are the top seeded Dallas Stars in trouble? It doesn’t help that you lose the first two games at home vs. the defending Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights. Can they get back to Dallas even or home with at least one win? I’ll check in on the Toronto-Boston series as the Bruins are up 2-1. Do I have to get into the Capitals-Rangers as that looks to be a sweep by New York? The Islanders blew another third period lead and a chance to go back to UBS Arena tied at 1, but the Hurricanes prevailed looking to dispose the Isles in four games. How about the Florida Panthers? They won a huge Game 2 vs. their in-state rival Lightning. Then you have three series out West that are tied (Colorado-Winnipeg, LA-Edmonton & Nashville-Vancouver) as the Stanley Cup Playoffs are off to a wonderful start.

(45:50) NFL fans rejoice as the Draft takes place in Detroit tonight. I’ll give insight on what the top of the draft could look like, who may move up, trade down, which QB will go where and even what my beloved Steelers will do?

(56:20) As for baseball, it’s been rather quiet this week. If the big item to discuss is umpire Hunter Wendelstedt ejecting Yankees manager Aaron Boone on Monday, you know it’s been low key since we last met on Monday. I’ll peek at what the latest is in MLB and look ahead to matchups over the weekend.

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Excited to release another jam packed, fast paced podcast to the masses as I entertain and inform on all of the latest that’s happening in sports. On deck:

(3:59) I start off with a shameless plug (for those who watch and follow me on my YouTube channel @JAYREELZ) as I posted a new vlog detailing my 1,000 subscribers before getting a haircut update, which is testing my accountability and patience, but not what you may think!

(4:41) NOTE: I made a mention that in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the two West matchups that have a Game 1 tonight (Vegas-Dallas & LA-Edmonton) were Vegas-Edmonton and LA-Dallas. A terrible FAUX PAS on my part, but I did catch myself JUST IN TIME when I preview in the NHL segment. My apologies for the egregious error. THANKFULLY, I caught it as I was able to pivot and discuss the RIGHT series and not what I thought it was! NOW…Game 1’s in the NBA first round of the playoffs are in the books. No surprises as the home teams won all of them. Does this bode well for the big underdogs (ex. Sixers, Heat, Lakers, in particular) heading into Game 2? I’ll go through each series and how this could play out over the course of the next few days? I’ll get into the Knicks grit over Philadelphia. The Heat’s Caleb Martin’s bump on Celtics Jayson Tatum. The Bucks solid win without Giannis. The T-Wolves maturity? How the Suns have a lot to answer to, despite a lack of depth? James Harden’s proclamation after GM 1. The Lakers shot vs. the defending champs and much more!

(25:01) You had the same theme in the NHL as six of the eight series has begun, where the home team was victorious. Can the Islanders and Capitals get back in their series? The wild opening game in Winnipeg with the Jets vs. Avalanche. Boston dominating the Maple Leafs. Vancouver showing resolve against Nashville. And after my huge error thinking it was Vegas-Oilers and Kings-Stars, I’ll share my prediction on who’ll come out of the Vegas-Stars and Kings-Oilers series.

(41:34) Baseball is creeping toward the first month of their season. What is stark at the moment? The difference between the good teams and the very BAD teams. There are a number of teams that have been awful to date. Colorado, Miami, Oakland even Houston is off to a 7-16 start. How about the White Sox at 3-18? 3-18!!! I’ll unpack how the MLB could be in for a long summer with the disparity between the haves and have nots.

(54:04) Draftniks & draft geeks are pumped up as the NFL Draft is on Thursday. I’ll tease what the outlook of the first five or six picks of the draft may go as it’s a quarterback heavy top of the draft where Chicago (for sure), Washington (very likely) and New England (well, maybe or maybe not) will look to change the fortune of their franchises and select Caleb Williams from USC, Jayden Daniels from LSU and Drake Maye from UNC, quite possibly in that order.

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May has arrived and so is the latest podcast that'll get the sports fan revved up on all that I have to say on what's taken place over the weekend. On deck:

(3:07) It's been a wild and crazy first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as it's coming to a close. Speaking of which, a team that we didn't think would be closed out at this point of the tournament are the Boston Bruins. They had a 3-1 series lead over the Florida Panthers. They were unable to seal the deal after losing a gut wrenching Game 7 in their own building. For all of their regular season records and accolades, was this year a major disappointment? On the flip side, the Toronto Maple Leafs lift a heavy piano off their backs as they FINALLY win a first round series, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning in six. Now that they've crossed this hurdle, is a Stanley Cup run on the docket? Then there are the defending champion Colorado Avalanche, who were unable to make it to the Conference Semifinals as they lose three games at home to the expansion Seattle Kraken. Was this a bitter loss? Or is it lessened due them winning the Cup last year? I'll also share my thoughts on the Islanders losing in six to Carolina. And look ahead to a Game 7 tonight between the Rangers-Devils and the semifinal matchups between Florida-Boston, Edmonton-Vegas, Seattle-Dallas as we get set for Round 2.

(33:13) The Association had an interesting past few days. The Warriors were able to win Game 7 in Sacramento going away in the second half, including a record setting performance by Stephen Curry (50 points in the final game of the series) as they dispose the upstart but inexperienced Kings. Which leads to another battle between he and a LeBron James led team in the LA Lakers. You had the Lakers take care of the Memphis Grizzlies, embarrassing them in Game 6. I'll talk about how the Grizzlies need some wholesale changes and (SURPRISE!) who would be a good fit to get them to the next level? You won't want to miss that take. I'll preview Sixers-Celtics, Lakers-Warriors and get into Game 1 between the Heat-Knicks and how that matchup will play out.

(50:12) MLB has surpassed its first month of the season. I'll share a few takeaways as to what's transpired. A couple of surprises (i.e. Rays, Pirates, Rangers & Orioles) and a few disappointments (i.e. Cardinals, Yankees, Padres and Mariners) as I get into what's happening on the diamond.

(58:32) Lamar Jackson ends up a Baltimore Raven after all. The bigger question is, will Coach John Harbaugh re-tool his offense to being more pass oriented, especially with Odell Beckham Jr. in the mix? The 2023 NFL Draft has come and gone. I'll dive into some of the key notes of who did what and who missed out.

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It's been a wild past few days in the sports universe and here to share all of my thoughts, feelings and opinions on all of the matters at hand with the latest podcast episode. On deck:

(2:43) The Seattle Kraken have made a statement to show that they not only belong in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but they're on the verge of pulling off a huge upset in beating the defending Cup Champion, Colorado Avalanche. Can they pull it off at home in Game 6? The Maple Leafs are one game away from finally getting over the hump and winning a first round series. Why the longer the series goes it doesn't favor them? Most of the series are at 3-2, including the Islanders who saved their season with a Game 5 win in Carolina. Will they push this to a 7th game? I'll have the entire first round update as we're in the homestretch to the end of Round 1.

(18:29) The NBA has made a fool out of yours truly as these first round series has picked up some steam as three of the remaining series have some intrigue and drama. First, the Suns beat the Clippers handily in five games. It's not until after the Clippers were ousted that we find out that Kawhi Leonard suffered a torn meniscus. Why wait until the conclusion of the series to apprise us? The Heat become the sixth #8 seed to upset the top seed in the conference as Jimmy Butler willed his team to two improbable wins in Games 4 & 5. Why Butler has the biggest heart in all of the NBA? And there's lots to answer in Milwaukee as coach Mike Budenholzer has lots of explaining to do with some awful coaching in key spots as they're home for the spring. I'll discuss the Knicks blitzing the Cavaliers in 5 as we get set for a Knicks-Heat second round matchup. Will it be anything close to what we saw in the 90's between these two franchises? I'll also get into the Hawks-Celtics series and how the pressure is on the C's? Why Golden State is in the drivers seat with a tough road win in Sacramento? And the Lakers are going back to Cali to see if they can close out the Grizzlies in Game 6. Plus, Ime Udoka has found a new home as he's the new coach of the Houston Rockets.

(46:08) I briefly stress over the Mets losing the first two of three at home against the Washington Nationals before delving into the NFL. Aaron Rodgers is finally a New York Jet. Do the cons outweigh the pros now that he's officially in green and white? The NFL Draft kicks off tonight as Round 1 will take place in Kansas City. Where will the top quarterbacks fall as football fans will have their fill over the next few days to see who their favorite team will draft.

(1:01:42) I cap off the pod with some quick notes on baseball regarding the Pirates, Max Scherzer's suspension and the Braves visiting New York to play the Mets over the weekend.

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As we turn the calendar to May, the sports world will kick up a few notches and so will the latest episode as I have plenty to review and preview with all that's happening. On deck:

(3:25) I'll start off with a little synopsis of what lies ahead in the month of May when it comes to the sports calendar (i.e. PGA Championship, Kentucky Derby & Indianapolis 500)

(5:23) We can finally zero in on a Stanley Cup Playoff run as I'll preview the top storylines heading into the opening round (i.e. Tampa's chances to three-peat? Will Colorado & Florida's regular season success translate in the postseason? The end of the Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang era in Pittsburgh? Also, the Toronto Maple Leafs quest for a deep playoff run), as well as, going through each of the first round series and predict who'll move onto the Conference Semifinals.

(34:41) The first round of the NBA playoffs went out like a lamb, instead of a lion. I'll get into the Timberwolves record implosions in the fourth quarter (and most of the series for that matter), Chris Paul's perfect night in New Orleans and the Jazz going out with a whimper vs. Dallas. I'll look back as the second round begun yesterday with a stifling Bucks performance in Boston and the Warriors hanging on to steal Game 1 in Memphis. Plus, a preview of Sixers-Heat and Mavericks-Suns, with discussion around James Harden as he's going to have to carry a huge load in the first few games with MVP candidate Joel Embiid out for possibly three games.

(49:31) MLB has suspended former Dodger pitcher Trevor Bauer two years for his actions in regards to sordid details coming from an affair he had with a woman in Los Angeles. Was the punishment over the line? Does he ever pitch again? The Yankees have ripped off nine wins in a row. The Mets continue to win series (including a combined no-hitter vs. the Phillies) Does that carry the same weight as your standard no-hitter?

(56:55) I've never been one to get into the winners and losers of a particular NFL draft, but I'll go through who did well (Jets, Eagles) and who didn't (Patriots, Cowboys) for starters. I'll share my thoughts on the Steelers drafting a QB right in their own backyard at Pitt (i.e. Kenny Pickett) and how come they didn't draft an offensive lineman? Also, why the draft NEEDS to be back at Radio City Music Hall in New York City?

(1:06:45) To close out, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Back to close out the month strong as I have quite a few things to touch on when it comes to what's happening in the world of sports. On deck:

(4:06) As the first round of the NBA playoffs comes to a close, the most intriguing storyline is whether or not that the Sixers have what it takes to move onto the next round and avoid a seventh game and epic collapse in the process. Will Coach Doc Rivers get to seal the deal and move onto the Conference Semifinals? Or will history be made as we've never seen a team come back from a 3-0 series lead? And what about Rivers's comments regarding blowing 3-1 series leads in the past as coach of the Orlando Magic and LA Clippers? Plus, the rest of the postseason landscape where we have the Suns (with the possible return of Devin Booker), Mavericks and Grizzlies on the cusp of moving on.

(24:42) The Mets have gotten off to a tremendous start, but they have been the target of opposing pitchers as their lineup has been hit more by pitches than any other team in the majors. It boiled over in St. Louis as tempers flared and the benches cleared. Will there be any affect when they meet again at Citi Field in three weeks? Also, a word to the Met fan that although the first 20 games have been magnificent, but let's not call this a 'special season' just yet.

(37:48) NHL fans rejoice! The season concludes tomorrow. Not a lot of interest or drama heading down the stretch as we have our 16 teams that have qualified for the postseason. I'll get into it more on Monday as I'll review the top storylines and first round matchups as the run for the Stanley Cup begins next week.

(41:00) Tonight, the NFL draft commences. The next three days will be filled with rumors, trades, reaches and surprises. I'll take a look at what some teams may do in a first round that doesn't have a lot of buzz. Will some of the quarterbacks discussed (Pitt's Kenny Pickett & Liberty's Malik Willis) get chosen or fall out of Round 1?

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Kicking off the fifth month of 2021 (already? Geez!) as I satiate your sports appetite on all that’s happening as Episode 192 is served. On deck:

(5:55) All of the hype, predictions and draft fatigue of the NFL is finally behind us, well, not just quite yet, as I delve into all that happened over the three day event in Cleveland. Overshadowing that is the news of Aaron Rodgers wanting out of Green Bay. Is this something that we need to watch out for on a day in-day out basis? I have to trash the opening minutes of the Draft coverage as there were a few things I did not like, to say the least. I share my thoughts on why did Denver pass on a QB in the first round? Did Chicago learn its lesson from a few years back in drafting Mitchell Trubisky to move up and select Justin Fields? Is Trey Lance the answer in San Francisco? What about Mac Jones in New England? Najee Harris? Rashod Bateman in Baltimore? I’ll have it all covered, including, is Richard Sherman and a reunion with the Seahawks forthcoming?

(38:47) The Philadelphia Phillies had a week to remember! Or forget? I’ll chronicle the past five days for the ballclub. The potential Royal Rumble of the NL East in 2021. The Dodgers are flailing and the Yankees are rebounding? And a familiar foe visits the Bronx this week in what should be a raucous setting.

(50:00) LeBron James is back in the lineup, but the Lakers are sliding quickly in the West. He has a few words about the play-in tournament as his team hovers near the seven seed in the conference. I have a few things to say about that as well. Are the Bucks making a push for the two seed in the East? A possible one seed? I’ll recap the latest playoff scenarios as we’re two weeks away from the seasons conclusion.

(1:02:45) The NHL joins forces with TNT as they did with ESPN a couple of weeks prior. What does this mean for visibility throughout the country? Also, the possible border issue between the US and Canada during the postseason? I have the easy fix. Are the Penguins peaking at the right time as they attempt to make one last run for Lord’s Stanley Cup? The Maple Leafs expectations for a long awaited Cup run this spring. And a new team is officially introduced to the NHL landscape as the Kraken of Seattle are in the fold.

(1:13:45) A Kentucky Derby recap as Medina Spirit wins the Run for the Roses by a half length. Does this bode well for a second victory at the Preakness in less than two weeks?

(1:19:14) Last but not least, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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I close out April in grand fashion as I take you through the sports universe with all that it has to offer as Episode #191 is ready for consumption. On deck:

(5:57) I jumpstart the pod with news and notes throughout the NBA. Break up the Knicks!!! I’ll get into their ascendance in the East, should Julius Randle be in consideration for the MVP? A possible second round matchup vs. Brooklyn? Speaking of the Nets, Kevin Durant made his return yesterday as they sit atop the Eastern Conference with three weeks to go in the regular season. Will they hold serve? I’ll also discuss the struggling Lakers as we await on LeBron James’s arrival back into the lineup and rundown both conferences in an up to the minute review of the playoff races.

(34:04) I’ll take a trip around the ice as the hunt for the NHL postseason is heating up. I’ll check in on the Islanders recent trip up against Washington and the Central Division remains tight as Carolina, Florida and Tampa Bay battle for first place.

(43:09) The Padres-Dodgers series provided more thrills than the first series in San Diego the week before. I’ll breakdown how payback was issued by the Pads, the managing of Dave Roberts, plus other news throughout the MLB, including, Gerrit Cole vs Shane Bieber, the brilliance of Jacob deGrom and the union & league are speaking on a new CBA?

(57:55) The NFL Draft is days away. I’ll dissect what looks like a predictable start for the first few picks and who the Steelers should draft with their selection in the first round? CORRECTION: Aaron Rodgers was part of the 2005 Draft, not 2015 as I mentioned! Tom Brady thinks the quality of football could take a hit this fall?

(1:05:39) An increase in the playoff format for college football could be forthcoming? I’ll share my take on what the NCAA should do.

(1:07:36) I’ll preview the favorites of the Kentucky Derby as the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown is back where it belongs. Will there be a huge turnout, considering COVID protocols and restrictions?

(1:11:01) MMA’s Kamaru Usman continues his record setting streak in the welterweight division as he’s victorious yet again vs Jorge Masvidal.

(1:13:26) Last, but not least, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Fired up to deliver some possibility, positivity and creativity as Episode 128 has chock full of sports nuggets to keep you entertained while quarantined. On deck:

(2:53) The possibility of sports making its way back to the national stage. It may be some time, but maybe not as far off as I once thought. Plans that the NBA & NHL are proposing to come back and my thoughts on whether it can be pulled off?

(12:12) Recapping the NFL Draft winners and losers, the wheeling and dealing throughout the league, why drafting a QB in Green Bay was a risk, but justified? Also, will the NFL continue to be unscathed during the coronavirus?

(34:29) Can the players be ready in the 3-4 week period as suggested by NBA player president, Chris Paul? The Last Dance aired episodes 3 and 4 last night. Why you need to watch this NOW? The ‘sports hatred’ that’s a thing of the past and settling the score as to why Michael Jordan is the G.O.A.T?

(55:43) Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez bidding to buy the Mets? Why that may be a good thing? And not so bad overall for the star couple! You’ll definitely want to hear what I have to say about that and the Red Sox penalty for their version of sign stealing in 2018.

(1:01:48) Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Get ready to be entertained and informed with some credible opinions on what’s going on in sports as Episode 126 brings the heat. On deck:

(2:13) SPOILER ALERT: I’ll dissect the first two parts of the long awaited documentary, The Last Dance, as it unfolds the final championship season of the Chicago Bulls. There were some very interesting takeaways from it, including, Michael Jordan’s competitive drive, Scottie Pippen’s disdain for GM Jerry Krause and owner Jerry Reinsdorf’s lack of input in regards to keeping one of the greatest teams of all time in tact and much more.

(24:10) The NFL Draft is upon us. I’ll share with you who is the most intriguing story of the first round. The TV aspect of it as this virtual draft is the first one of its kind. Should the Dolphins and Chargers move up to get their quarterback? My sleeper of the draft, rumors, news and whole lot more.

(40:56) The possibility of a world without sports for 2020, with a couple of potential exceptions. You’ll definitely won’t want to miss what I have to say about this as we continue to deal with the coronavirus pandemic.

(53:02) A few notes from the MLB. Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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We’re on the verge of saying goodbye to an action packed sports month, but there’s still plenty to get into on this weeks edition of The JAYREELZ Podcast. Both the NBA & NHL have moved on to the Conference Semi-finals. We’ll start off with the NBA as the juicy second round match-ups (in particular, Houston-Golden State) is off to a wild start. I’ll get into the officiating in Game 1, what this could mean for the rest of series and who’ll come out on top and advance to the Conference Finals. I’ll get into the Celtics dominating GM 1 in Milwaukee, the Raptors win over the 76ers and the Nuggets prevailing over the Spurs as they prepare to face the Trail Blazers in Round 2. On the ice, the Islanders have dug themselves an 0-2 hole and now have to go on the road to play the Hurricanes and get back in this series. I’ll explain why this series is far from over, despite having the odds against them, as well as, surveying the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoff landscape with the other three series taking place.. The 2019 NFL Draft is officially in the books. I’ll discuss the Giants surprise first of three first round picks, all of the comings and goings of another wild weekend in Nashville and the latest surrounding Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill. The Yankees continue their hot streak out West as they’ve won six of seven in Anaheim and San Francisco. Should the Yankee fan expect this team to play stellar ball without their key guys in the lineup? I’ll have the answer to that, plus, what’s going on with Jacob deGrom and Noah Syndergaard as the Mets pitching staff has underperformed here in the first month of the season. Lastly, I’m experimenting with a new close out segment at the very end of the pod called ‘The Hero and Zero of the Week’. It’s a jam packed sports podcast that you won’t want to miss as I’ll satiate your sports appetite and then some on the latest episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast. (Episode 67)

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The best sports month of the year never disappoints as I’ll zip through the sports landscape in fast and furious fashion on this edition of The JAYREELZ Podcast. The Brooklyn Nets have hung tough but have fallen short against the heavily favored Philadelphia 76ers. I’ll revisit their last three games, do they have a shot at bringing this series back to Brooklyn? And I must get into the antics of a one, Joel Embiid, whose postgame comments and in game behavior is starting to wear on me. This is one segment you won’t want to miss out on as I believe this will catch up to him in the long run. I’ll take a look back on how the Celtics had a rough go of it for a four game sweep vs. the Indiana Pacers and breeze through the rest of the NBA playoff brackets as there’s very little drama surrounding the first round of the tournament. The Islanders have secured their first four game sweep of a playoff series since they’ve won the Stanley Cup back in 1983. Up next, is either Washington or Carolina as they Capitals are currently up 3-2 in their series. Will the long layoff help or hurt the Islanders in the second round? I’ll have that, plus a more drama filled postseason on the ice than the hardwood as we have two, and a potential three, Game 7’s on the horizon. The NFL Draft is days away. Both the Jets and Giants have prominent roles as they respectively have the 3rd and 6th picks overall. What will they do? What should they do? I’ll deliver my take on who they should draft as we inch closer to the first round on Thursday. I’ll also share a bit on the upcoming NFL schedules of the locals, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Cleveland Browns and their FOUR primetime games and much more. The Yankees have suffered another key injury, this time to their best player, Aaron Judge, but the beat goes on as they win five of their last six at home as they embark on a West Coast trip. Will they continue to tread water? Fall deeper in the AL East standings? As for the Mets, they limp home losing four of five and six of ten on their ten game road trip. What are biggest problem for the Amazins’ early season failures? You’ll be surprised at who are some of the culprits as to the Mets stumbling over the past week. Are there reinforcements coming? You’ll definitely want to listen to what I have to say regarding these issues, and a whole lot more on this weeks episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast. (Episode 66)

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The anticipation of a generation defining pick has finally arrived. Get the first take right before the NY Jets select with the #3 pick overall as I welcome, John Butchko of Gang Green Nation from SB Nation to the podcast. Besides looking back at their off-season transactions, we'll unpack all of the QB's that the Jets might have on their draft board. Will they take Baker Mayfield? If he's not there, who is their possible backup? Could this pick seal GM Mike Maccagnan's fate? The same for head coach, Todd Bowles? In addition, you'll hear my thoughts of the recent developments regarding NY Mets P Matt Harvey. Plus, a possible return for New York radio legend, Mike Francesa. Bringing you all of what's going on in the world of sports, The JAYREELZ Podcast always comes correct, direct and in full effect! (Episode 10)

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NY Giants and their fans...you're on the clock! It's a little premature, but you get my drift! NFL Draft week has arrived. Joining me on the podcast is Chris Pflum, who writes for Big Blue View on SB Nation. I'll get his take on the quarterback class of 2018. What will the Giants do with the #2 overall pick? Will they trade down? Should they draft a QB? A running back? A pass rusher? Offensive lineman? If they draft a QB, what does that mean for Eli Manning? Fascinating talk leading up to one of the most anticipated Giants drafts ever! Later, you'll hear my two cents on demoted NY Mets pitcher, Matt Harvey. Plus, a thought on the Washington Capitals. You'll get all of the above, and then some, on the latest episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast. (Episode 9)

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