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Knicks/OKC Romp To Conference Finals. Celtics Postmortem. Leafs Collapse Again. Jets Grounded In Dallas. Soto Silenced In Bronx Return. Brock’s Big Payday! Scottie Wins Outside Augusta

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We’re precisely a week away from the unofficial beginning of summer. Can you believe it? But we’re seconds away from the best sports podcast that covers EVERYTHING, that’s right, I said it. Why? Because name me another pod out there that doesn’t stick to just one sport. I’m waiting….still waiting…as the latest podcast has arrived! On deck:

(7:08) OKC won a Game 7 that they had to have as they advance to play the Timberwolves. While the Knicks romp in closing out the Celtics in Game 6 (I think their fans are still celebrating it) I’ll preview T’wolves-Thunder & Pacers-Knicks as the West will tip off tomorrow night. I’ll also share my thoughts on the WNBA season commencing on Saturday. There’s already a Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese controversy to discuss?

(37:34) The Maple Leafs collapsed yet again, losing to the Panthers in Game 7. Should the organization blow up the team? Add Winnipeg to the list of teams that won the President’s Trophy without capturing a title as they lose in six to Dallas. And the Capitals fall way short of the Cup Finals after losing to the Hurricanes in five. I’ll preview Panthers-Hurricanes & Oilers-Stars and what Final would be the most attractive?

(54:59) Juan Soto’s return to The Bronx was forgetful as the Mets lose two out of three to the Yankees. The shocking Twins 13 game winning streak, which was snapped yesterday in Milwaukee. How about the Angels sweeping the Dodgers in LA? I’ll see what else is happening throughout the sport as Memorial Day looms next week.

(1:10:10) 49ers QB Brock Purdy signs a five year, $265 million dollar deal to stay in San Francisco. Is he worth it?

(1:15:27) Scottie Scheffler finally wins a major out of Augusta as he wins the PGA Championship yesterday. What about Jordan Spieth? Rory McIlroy?

And MUCH more in between.

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Will Celtics & Nuggets Extend Series To 7? Cavs Fall Flat. Warriors Wounded. Who’s Facing Most Pressure In NHL? Rose Ban Lifted. Now What? Soto’s Return To Bronx. Spieth Chasing History At PGA

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The sports universe intensifies as we’ve hit the middle of May. I’m here to break it all down for you as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(6:45) The NBA’s second round is coming to a close as two series are undecided. Will the Celtics pull off the unthinkable, coming back from a 3-1 deficit without their best player? Can the Nuggets do the same to OKC? Indiana & Minnesota have advanced, leaving the Cavaliers & Warriors with plenty to answer this offseason. Also, the Dallas Mavericks have miraculously won the NBA Draft Lottery.

(40:49) Which team is facing the most pressure? Is it Washington, Winnipeg or Toronto? While Edmonton has moved on to another conference finals. Plus, some coaching hires in Vancouver and Philadelphia.

(56:46) Pete Rose has been reinstated by MLB to be eligible for the Hall of Fame, but does it come with a caveat? Juan Soto will pay his first visit to Yankee Stadium since signing with the Mets this past winter. Will the reception be welcoming?

(1:13:37) The NFL schedule has been released and I already exhausted looking at it.

(1:23:47) Will Jordan Spieth match what Rory McIlory did at The Masters and complete the career Grand Slam at the PGA this weekend?

And MUCH more in between.

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NBA 2nd Round On Verge Of Disappointment, While NHL Is Heating Up? MLB Managers Unfairly Get Axe! Red Sox Devers Won’t Play 1B? Saints Dicey QB Situation. NFL Schedule Leaks?

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Mother’s Day has come and gone. Happy belated to all the moms out there, but the time has arrived for a fast paced, action packed, hour and change of sports analysis as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(6:48) Has OKC learned from last year’s second round loss? Is it over for the Cavaliers? Warriors? And possibly Celtics as they all trail in their respective NBA second round series?

(28:27) Any concern over the Maple Leafs lost weekend in Florida? Are the Capitals and Jets feeling the pressure? While Vegas wins on a last second goal to get back in the series vs. Edmonton as the Stanley Cup Playoffs are in the middle of their second round matchups. There’s a familiar coach now in Anaheim. The new name of the Utah Hockey Club is

(46:27) Managers in Pittsburgh & Colorado get the axe. Red Sox owner has to sit down with disgruntled star (Rafael Devers) over playing first base? Plus, all that’s happening in MLB as the Twins and Cardinals have been hot.

(1:05:10) Saints QB Derek Carr is forced to retire from the NFL. Is newly drafted Tyler Shough the answer? The NFL schedule will be released on Wednesday. Any leaks as of today?

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Cavs/Celtics Inexplicable 0-2 Deficits! Leafs Handle Home Ice Unlike Other Three NHL Series. AL Central As Good As NL West? Pickens Dealt: Better For DAL Or PIT? Horse Racing Done For 2025?

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Plowing through the week with another dose of sports talk as this episode may melt your earbuds, headphones or speakers. So fasten your seatbelts because this’ll be a wild ride as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(6:40) The road teams have dominated the NBA second round winning six of seven games to date. What has happened to the Cavaliers & Celtics? (A group therapy session for the defending champs as I have LOTS to say about this team!)

(40:19) The same could be said in the NHL as the three visiting teams have a leg up (Carolina, Dallas & Edmonton) in Round 2, while the Maple Leafs have taken care of business at home with a 2-0 lead on Florida.

(49:59) Is the AL Central the best division in baseball, this side of the NL West to date?

(59:07) A trade involving the Steelers & Cowboys as WR George Pickens goes to Dallas. Was this a good move by Pittsburgh? Or big mistake?

(1:04:27) Horse racing will not be discussed over the next three and a half weeks as Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty has pulled out of The Preakness, spoiling an opportunity for a potential Triple Crown.

And much more in between.

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Lakers Surprise Exit? Bucks Meltdown. LeBron & Giannis’s Future. Maple Leafs Feeling The Pressure? Are The Rockies Worse Than The ’24 White Sox? Kentucky Derby Preview

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May Day! May Day! A new month is here which means a new podcast as I’m jacked up to uncover all of what the sports universe has delivered as the latest episode is here. On deck:

(6:28) A surprise early exit by the Lakers? What’s next for LeBron? A Bucks collapse, fallout from Game 5. Giannis’s future. Pacers-Cavaliers preview. Knicks, Nuggets & Warriors chances to close out Game 6? Celtics City, episode 9 review.

(44:53) Panthers jolt Lightning. Maple Leafs feeling the pressure? Will the Wild, Avalanche, Blues & Kings rally to push a Game 7? Hurricanes-Capitals preview.

(58:23) Are the Rockies worse than the 2024 White Sox? Other MLB news and notes.

(1:04:05) Horse Racing’s Triple Crown commences Saturday with the Run For The Roses. A Kentucky Derby preview.

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NBA Thrills Lead To Anticlimactic Ending Of First Round. Pressure On Jets Goalie Connor Hellebuyck? Mets Cool Off In DC. What To Do With Devin Williams? Shedeur’s Slide Swallows NFL Draft!

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The final podcast of the month will have plenty of spirit and fire as there is a lot to uncover. Thanks for passing by to digest my takes on the sports world as the latest podcast has arrived! On deck:

(6:25) Six first round series are either over, (the chippiness of the young gun Magic, Pistons & Rockets) one quite possibly (Warriors-Rockets) and one deadlocked even (Clippers-Nuggets) are what headlines the NBA from the weekend.

(34:09) The NHL is hoping for another 2-2 series in Florida as the league is looking to have more than half of their series even heading into the week in the Stanley Cup Playoffs first round. Also how much pressure is on Winnipeg Jets goalie, Connor Hellebuyck?

(50:53) The Mets cool off after losing two rough games in DC over the weekend. What the Yankees should do about Devin Williams? Plus, a peek around baseball.

(1:06:13) The embarrassment and fallout of Shedeur Sanders slide from projected top three draft pick, to fifth round choice. Plus, my overall thoughts of draft and who the Steelers chose?

And MUCH more in between.

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Are The Knicks In Trouble? Which NBA 1st Round Series Will Go The Distance? Is The NHL Going To Have A Quick 1st Round? Will The Mets Continue Their Hot Start? Little To No NFL Draft Buzz?

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Late April means plenty of playoffs, baseball’s in full swing and the NFL is back  temporarily as I’ll detail all that’s happening and then some as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(6:27) Four NBA series are tied at one apiece. Why the Knicks are in some trouble? Which series will go the full seven games in the first round? More of Mavericks GM Nico Harrison’s dumb comments. Celtics City, episode 8.

(32:22) Is the NHL going to have a rapid first round as five of their series are 2-0, with another just at 1-0 (Florida-Tampa Bay). Islanders won’t re-sign GM Lou Lamoriello. Rangers keep GM Chris Drury. Kraken fire coach Dan Bylsma.

(50:49) The Mets continue their hot start and are in the midst of a seven game winning streak. And they may not let up.

(1:02:13) Why the NFL Draft has little to no buzz kicking off the festivities in Green Bay tonight?

And MUCH more in between.

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The Battle For NBA MVP. Concerns About Lakers/LeBron's Health. Auburn Skidding Into Tournament? Monster NHL Deadline Deals. Massive NFL Mega Deals. MLB Injuries & Vladdy's $600M Offer & MORE!

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After a super busy weekend in sports, I have my tail between my legs as I’ve got plenty to be sorry for. Don’t worry, I’ll explain it all over the next hour plus as the latest podcast is here! On deck:

(6:42) I open up the podcast with several apologies for my performance on the most recent episode. (I’ll get into it throughout the course of this pod.) There was an NBA MVP battle between SGA & Nikola Jokic. Does Jokic deserve the award, even after losing to SGA yesterday? Who is the front runner at the moment. Also, the comparisons of this race to the NFL with Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson. Is there any concern for LeBron James and the Lakers as he suffered a groin injury late in their loss to the Celtics on Saturday night? He’ll be out a week or two for rest and recovery. I’ll also talk about the Knicks Jalen Brunson, the signing of PJ Tucker, comments from former owner of the Mavericks Mark Cuban about the Luka Doncic deal, a mention of the MAX docu-series on the Celtics and Stephen A. Smith being confronted by LeBron James about his critique of his son. The final topic being a lightning rod, even for someone like myself, where having a platform like this comes a responsibility to uphold. You won’t want to miss those comments, plus all that’s happening in the Association.

(36:49) Has Auburn jeopardized their top seed in the country after losing to Alabama at home 93-91? Could this be a stretch where they could falter entering into the Tournament?

(41:42) The NHL experienced a wild trade deadline on Friday where players were being shipped left and right, most notably, the Bruins fire sale sending Brad Marchand to Florida. And Mikko Rantanen was sent packing again to Dallas for a boatload of picks. I’ll break down all of the major trades, including the Islanders Brock Nelson as teams jockey for playoff positioning down the stretch. Alex Ovechkin in now single digits (nine away) from surpassing Wayne Gretzky. Will the pressure consume him? Or will it be business as usual for the Capitals great? I’ll peek as to what’s going on in the sport with the latest postseason races in each conference.

(57:02) There were some record setting signings and a huge trade and signing by my beloved football team. The Steelers acquired DK Metcalf from the Seahawks for a 2nd round pick, but then paid the talented wideout a five year, $150M dollar deal in the process. The bigger question is, who’s the quarterback? Not Aaron Rodgers has been now rumored. I’ll share who I want as QB as the Steelers go all in on procuring a WR. I’ll dissect the deals inked by Josh Allen, Myles Garrett, Davante Adams (the first two were records in the league) as you’ll get a complete assessment of that and look ahead to free agency, which begins on Wednesday.

(1:06:51) Baseball is technically eight days away (in Tokyo with the Dodgers vs. Cubs) but we’re two and a half weeks away from the season beginning. There have been plenty of injuries that have taken place throughout MLB. The Yankees are holding their collective breaths for the second spring in a row surrounding Gerrit Cole. Is Tommy John likely after he left a start with elbow discomfort? The Orioles have to hold out their young starter, Grayson Rodriguez with the same issue. The Mets have to put catcher Francisco Alvarez on the shelf for 6-8 weeks with a broken hamate bone. Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s final offer to the Blue Jays was below $600 million dollars. How many years was he looking for? Is that too much? And the Athletics keep spending to have their nucleus in tact, extending OF Lawrence Butler to a six year deal.

(1:12:45) Alex Pereira loses his fifth defense of his light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev by unanimous decision on Saturday night. Is a rematch in order?

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Mahomes GOAT Status? Chief Dynasty Or Not? Bitter 49er Loss Headline Classic End To A Non Classic Super Bowl. NBA Heads Into Break. NHL Needs Fighters! Pitchers/Catchers On Deck

It was a Super ending to a very good, but not classic game. I’ll unwrap all of what took place in Las Vegas last night and everything else that’s happening in sports as the latest podcast is at your fingertips. On deck:

(3:02) The legend grows with the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback. Is this a dynasty or a dynasty in the making? And a bitter loss for a franchise that hasn’t one a Super Bowl in almost three decades are the big picture items to unpack in a good, not great game, but classic ending in an overtime thriller where the Chiefs won 25-22 over the 49ers. I’ll get into every nook and cranny of the game, strategy, the biggest play of Super Bowl LVIII, is Patrick Mahomes the GOAT?, the halftime show, Tony Romo’s performance as color commentator, the rating of the broadcast and commercials as I put to rest another NFL season. I also have a big gripe with the Hall of Fame selection committee as they snubbed one time Chargers tight end, Antonio Gates, to be enshrined in Canton with Julius Peppers, Dwight Freeney, Patrick Willis, Devin Hester, et al. for the upcoming 2024 HOF class.

(47:53) The NBA is just about ready to take a respite as the All Star Break is approaching. I’ll get into what the latest is going on in the Association, including the aftermath of the trade deadline on Thursday.

(52:20) On the ice, the league has to deal with another incident on Saturday night with Maple Leafs Morgan Rielly cross checking Senators Ridley Greig in the neck after taking a slap shot into an empty net. Which begs the question for yours truly. Can we bring back the resident tough guy for each team on their roster? Alex Ovechkin inches closer to Wayne Gretzky’s all time goal scoring record, although he did eclipse Gretzky’s record for most empty net goals, if you’re into that. There are a couple of key injuries to report (Avalanche’s Nathan MacKinnon and Lightning’s Mikhail Sergachev) as they could miss quite some time, especially Sergachev.

(58:34) We’re just a few days away from pitchers and catchers reporting in MLB. I’ll share some thoughts on what Shohei Ohtani said about feeling like he’s a rookie again, the retirement of pitcher Corey Kluber and another small dark cloud hangs over the Mets franchise as former GM Billy Eppler was suspended for a year, although he’s no longer a part of the organization.

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Bruins Epic Flop, Leafs FINALLY Break 1st Round Hex, Avalanche Collapse Lead NHL. Warriors DNA, Grizzlies Immaturity With 2nd Round Preview. MLB's First Month Recap. Lamar's Big Pay/NFL Draft Talk

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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