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Closing out the first month of the year with plenty to digest and dissect on all that took place in sports, so get your earbuds, headphones or speakers ready as I share all of my thoughts, opinions and analysis. On deck:

(3:15) We have a Super Bowl LVIII matchup set in two weeks at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. One that we're very familiar with. Kansas City showed their grit and championship DNA in winning another huge road game, 17-10 over the Baltimore Ravens. What went wrong for the #1 seeded Ravens? Is this all on the QB Lamar Jackson? What about the head coach John Harbaugh? Oh, there is much to unpack here as the Chiefs go back to the Super Bowl for the fourth time in five years to defend their title from last year. As for the nightcap, all of Michigan must be sick because the Lions weren't able to seal the deal vs. the 49ers. What was the head coach, Dan Campbell, thinking on going for it not once, but TWICE, instead of kicking a field goal? Another Niner comeback propels them in a rematch of Super Bowl LIV in Miami where the Chiefs and 49ers will go at it in less than two weeks. I'll unpack every fiber of what took place yesterday, take a peek at some coaching hires as we're just one game away from the 2023 NFL season concluding.

(35:38) Luka Doncic put up 73 points on Friday night vs. Atlanta, days after Joel Embiid scored 70 points in his own right. Will we see a player eclipse what Luka did? Could someone score 80? Surpass Kobe Bryant's 81, 18 years ago? You have a big regular season game tonight out West when the top two teams in the conference face off in OKC where the Timberwolves face the Thunder. There are two reunions on Wednesday with Kevin Durant going back to Brooklyn for the first time since the trade last year and Damian Lillard's return to Portland where he spent all of his career before being dealt to Milwaukee last summer.

(51:47) Not much happening in MLB. Do I get crazy about the Tigers signing one of their prospects to a 28.5 million dollar deal (INF Colt Keith) when we saw this earlier in the offseason with the Milwaukee Brewers?

(52:29) The first Grand Slam tournament in tennis has completed. Jannik Sinner had an Australian Open to remember. He not only beat Novak Djokovic in the semifinals, but came back down two sets to love in the final vs. Daniil Medvedev to win his first men's title 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3. On the women's side, Aryna Sabalenka was victorious winning back to back titles (NOTE: I made the correction at the very end of the podcast. I stated that this was her first Aussie Open win. She's now won consecutive AO tournaments) to complete a very intriguing tournament overall, with the French up next in the spring.

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Another venture into the sports universe with yours truly as I share the latest episode with plenty to dive into. On deck:

(2:50) We're just days away from the AFC & NFC Championship Games. I'm going with a different tact to uncover the perspective of each team heading into Sunday's games. Is this Lamar Jackson's time to take his team to the promised land? Are the Chiefs playing with house money as a defending champion? Will the Lions finally get to their first Super Bowl with destiny, possibly on their side? And how much pressure is on Niners coach, Kyle Shanahan, to get back to and win the whole thing? I'll get into all of that and share my analysis of what may come as we're one step closer to Super Bowl LVIII. There's big news coming out of LA as Jim Harbaugh is the new Chargers coach. Will his presence not only bring them back to respectability, but also become an elite team in the sport? And what's the latest with Bill Belichick? Is he going to end up in Atlanta? Why did they ask for a second interview?

(30:06) The Milwaukee Bucks have had an interesting week. The front office dismissed first year coach Adrian Griffin due to their ineptitude on defense. They bring in Doc Rivers as a replacement. Is he the right guy for this job? The Heat make a good trade (Terry Rozier) but is he a fit for the Heat Culture in Miami? What about the championship aspirations for the Minnesota Timberwolves, as well as, the Oklahoma City Thunder? I know we're just past the halfway point of the season, but are they in this for the long haul? How about the Phoenix Suns moving up the standings out West? And Joel Embiid's 70 point game the other night are some of the things I unpack as I check on what's happening in the Association.

(42:48) On the ice, the Edmonton Oilers are clicking on all cylinders, winners of 14 in a row. At some point they'll cool off, but can this team make some noise and become a Cup contender? Vancouver, Winnipeg and Colorado have played well during this recent stretch. And there's an accusation of a handful NHL players involved in an alleged sexual assault dating back to 2018 which has a bad optic at the moment as I'll bring the latest of what's going on in the NHL.

(50:01) We're down to the final few days of the Australian Open. On the men's side, Carlos Alcaraz has been beaten by Daniil Medvedev in four sets, thwarting another opportunity to have an epic showdown with Novak Djokovic. Was that a blow to the tennis fan? As for the women's side, Coco Gauff was unable to win back to back Grand Slams as she lost to Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals. Is it tough for the US tennis fan to not have much to root for? I'll stay on top of who'll win down under as we'll revisit this on Monday's podcast.

(53:07) The Baseball Writers of America (BBWA) have elected Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton, leaving out Billy Wagner, Gary Sheffield among others. Did they choose the right three guys? Who belongs? Who doesn't?

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The end of January may be near, but another fiery, passion filled podcast is even closer as I bring the fury and energy on all that's happening in sports. On deck:

(2:42) Super Bowl LVII is set. The Eagles and Chiefs are the last two teams standing as the NFC Championship Game was a big letdown due to the injury of 49ers quarterback, Brock Purdy. In the AFC, it was a fight to the finish as it boiled down to the guts of Chiefs QB, Patrick Mahomes and a personal foul that set up the game winning field goal for Kansas City as they get back to their third Super Bowl in four years. I'll have complete analysis of both games, some early storylines for the big game in two weeks, plus some off the field news involving Aaron Rodgers (a rant that you definitely won't want to miss), former Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett (now Jets offensive coordinator, another rant, I might add) and Frank Reich is your new coach in Carolina where the previous coach, Steve Wilks, got a raw deal.

(37:13) It was another down to the wire Lakers-Celtics contest, Saturday night in Boston. It was quite obvious that LeBron James was fouled in the final seconds of regulation in a tie game, but the officials missed a call prior to the controversial non call that no one discussed. As the game went into overtime, what was coach Darvin Ham thinking by some of the moves he made and the effort of his team as they eventually fell to the Celtics? With the Lakers coming to New York the early part of this week, why is it that LeBron AND Anthony Davis are sitting out before they play the Nets tonight? Load management, anyone? (You guessed it, another rant!) The recent ankle injury to Mavericks guard, Luka Doncic. I'll get into the log jam out West from seeds 4-13. And the Sixers are emerging as a threat to the Celtics in the East behind MVP candidate, Joel Embiid as we're a couple of weeks away from the All-Star Break.

(48:10 ) Just as I was praising the Boston Bruins and their regular season record setting pace on Thursday's podcast, they're in the middle of a three game losing streak. They lost last night to the Carolina Hurricanes, who are playing well. Do the Canes have what it takes to threaten the Bruins and the rest of the East?

(51:02) Novak Djokovic wins his tenth Australian Open and his 22nd Grand Slam overall, tying Rafael Nadal for first all time. With the next major not until May at the French Open, which by the way, is Nadal's favorite surface, will the two greats be on a collision course for title #23? Also, is Novak Djokovic the greatest men's player of all time? Aryna Sabalenka wins her first major on the women's side, defeating Elena Rybakina as the first Grand Slam of the year comes to a conclusion.

(55:35) Two weeks from tomorrow, pitchers and catchers will report in MLB. There are a couple of things to bring up off the field. Angels owner, Arte Moreno needs to put his money where his mouth is as he's not going to sell the team and do his best to bring a World Series back to Anaheim. If that's the case, he MUST sign former MVP, Shohei Ohtani to a long term deal. The latest with White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger as he's being investigated for domestic and child abuse. And Jeff McNeil signs an extension with the Mets as their payroll continues to balloon.

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Another feisty, passionate hour of sports talk delivered to your favorite device as I survey the entire sports landscape. On deck:

(3:10) After a brief mention of Scott Rolen being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, which I'll go IN on at the back end of the podcast, the NFL has its final Sunday (I don't count the Super Bowl) as Championship Sunday draws near with both the AFC & NFC Title Games for the right to go to Glendale, AZ to play in Super Bowl LVII. Will the clock strike twelve on Brock Purdy? Will Jalen Hurts continue his dream MVP season against the best defense in football? Have the Bengals peaked after last weeks dominating performance vs. Buffalo? And the health of Patrick Mahomes's right ankle are the biggest storylines heading into these critical contests. I'll have predictions, what I think is the best Super Bowl matchup as I prepare you for what should be a compelling and riveting pair of Championship Games.

(30:21) It's time to start the LeBron Watch as he's just 158 points away from becoming the NBA's All-Time Leading Scorer, that has been held for decades by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. When may he break it? Anthony Davis is back in the lineup for LA as he chips in 21 points and 12 rebounds in a win before they make their way East. Sadly, today I'll reflect on the three year anniversary of the tragic passing of Lakers legend, Kobe Bryant, and the impact he's had on me since his death. I'll take a peek at the Ben Simmons-Joel Embiid battle in Philadelphia last night. And the Pelicans have been slipping out West, with no sight of Zion Williamson coming to save them in the near future.

(41:24) Is there any team in the NHL that can slow down the juggernaut that is the Boston Bruins this year? There are on a pace to have the most wins and points in regular season history. Is it Stanley Cup Champions or bust for the B's?

(46:59) Purdue is back to being #1 in the nation when it comes to college basketball. Break up the Georgetown Hoyas as they snapped their 29 game losing streak in the Big East. But I have a question that I'll bring up in next Thursday's podcast that'll be sure to get the biggest college hoops fan thinking on how this season could play out.

(48:05) The Australian Open is into the homestretch as Novak Djokovic is looking like the clear cut champion on the men's side (and what that may do for the French Open if he faces Rafael Nadal) On the woman's side, Victoria Azarenka may be the favorite heading into the final which will conclude the first Grand Slam of the year over the weekend. I'll have a complete recap of it all on Monday's pod.

(49:59) Scott Rolen has been voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers. What did these writers watch? I'll have a FULL deep dive on why she should NOT have been elected into Cooperstown?

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A Super recap of Championship Sunday in the NFL and lots more that the sports universe has to offer as Episode #236 has chock full of analysis, thoughts and opinions. On deck:

(6:15) The stage is set for Super Bowl LVI as the surging, upstart Cincinnati Bengals defeat the reigning AFC Champion Kansas City Chiefs as they come back from an 18 point deficit to punch their ticket to Los Angeles in two weeks. As for the Rams, they won't have to get on an airplane and can sleep in their own beds as they exorcised some demons and beat the San Francisco 49ers. They'll be in familiar surroundings as they'll play the game in the building that they occupy at So-Fi Stadium. I'll dissect both of these conference title games. The unflappable Joe Burrow. The Bengals stifling second half defense. A bitter Chiefs loss. A hit on Patrick Mahomes legacy. Poor coaching decisions by Andy Reid/Eric Bieniemy. Another great showing by Matthew Stafford. Awful challenges by coach Sean McVay. The non interception by Jaquiski Tartt. Aaron Donald gets a pass (and saves the day in the process) Another gut punch of a Niner playoff loss over the past decade. I'll get into some of the early Super Bowl storylines, more Tony Romo broadcasting blunders, head coaching hires throughout the league and why haven't there been any black coaches promoted to run these teams? Also, some words on the retirement of Ben Roethlisberger, but what about Tom Brady? Word came out over the weekend that he's s

(58:07) Is there trouble percolating in Brooklyn as James Harden is reportedly unhappy with the head coach and the Kyrie Irving situation? Could a trade be forthcoming? What about the ongoing saga with disgruntled Sixers All-Star guard Ben Simmons? I'll take a trip around the Association and the Lakers dysfunction

(1:06:52) The NHL is looking to exhale as the All-Star Break in Vegas is on the horizon. They'll use what was the Olympic break to make up these lost games in the first half of the season due to the coronavirus. There's a new NHL Iron Man as Flyers defenseman, Keith Yandle surpasses Doug Jarvis as the all time leader in consecutive games played. There is someone in the league who is not too far behind. Could this record be on the verge of being broken sooner than we thought? I'll see what else is happening on the ice (including the Oilers controversial signing of forward, Evander Kane) in each conference.

(1:15:42) Rafael Nadal has become the all time winningest men's Grand Slam player with 21 victories as he wins his second Australian Open. Can he extend his record lead over his contemporaries in Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer as his favorite Slam tournament (French Open) is on deck?

(1:20:55) David Ortiz was elected to the Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers of America. Is he deserving of this achievement with the report of him using performance enhancing drugs in the past? This is the end of Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens being on the ballot. Should those two have been voted in as well? Plus, an update of the latest labor strife between the players and owners.

(1:26:26) Does anybody really care about the Winter Olympics which is set to start this coming Thursday?

(1:28:23) To wrap up, my Hero and Zero of the Week. CORRECTION: In discussing my Hero of the Week, I made a reference to New Orleans Pelicans guard as Jose Alvarez. My apologies, but it's Jose Alvarado.

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The stage is set for the big game in two weeks. I’m here to provide how both the Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots got there, plus all of the latest in the world of sports on this edition of The JAYREELZ Podcast. The NFL hit a grand slam on Championship Sunday with epic overtime games in New Orleans & Kansas City. The Rams were able to eke out an win, but not without controversy. The officials admittedly blew a key third down call late in the game that will have lasting effects throughout the offseason. You’ll get my take on why that call wasn’t the reason the Saints lost and why pass interference calls should NOT be reviewed. The Patriots do it again. They’ve made their fourth Super Bowl in five years, five in eight and nine in eighteen during the Brady/Belichick era. I’ll share what put the Pats over the top and how Brady’s magic and Belichick’s mastery sealed another trip to the Super Bowl. Also, what this loss means for the Chiefs moving forward? I’ll get into a few of the storylines heading into the week before the Super Bowl and shed some early light on the game. There are some other sports news to touch on including the hottest teams not just in New York, but in the NBA & NHL with the Nets and Islanders, respectively. Plus, an update of what’s going on in the MLB Hot Stove and much more on this weeks episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast.  (Episode 50)

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We’re starting to feel the winter chill throughout the nation, but I'll keep you warm with all that’s going on in the world of sports on this weeks edition of The JAYREELZ Podcast. The NFL postseason is down to the final four. It wasn’t the best of weekends the NFL had in the divisional round. I’ll review all four games, preview the Conference Title Games with the Rams vs. Saints, followed by Patriots vs. Chiefs and what would be the best Super Bowl matchup come February 3rd in Atlanta. I’ll also chime in on the Jets new coaching hire, Adam Gase, the rest of the NFL teams who have employed new head coaches over the past week and the latest in the Antonio Brown saga in Pittsburgh. I’ll briefly touch on the National Championship Game demolition in College Football last week as Clemson smacked Alabama to win their second title in three years. I’ll also touch on news regarding Manny Machado as there is an offer on the table from the Chicago White Sox. Is he stalling, waiting for the Yankees to swoop in and make an offer? What’s going on with Bryce Harper as well? Plus, the Mets and Yankees continue to fine tune their rosters with somewhat surprising moves. I’ll close with what’s happening with the Lakers and Celtics in the NBA. Both teams have hit the skids, but for different reasons altogether. I’ll have all of that, and some final words regarding some tweaks that’ll take place with the podcast on this weeks episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast. (Episode 49)

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