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A new month delivers a new podcast with quite a bit to sink our teeth into when it comes to sports. On deck:

(2:43) The time has finally come! Legendary quarterback Tom Brady has announced his retirement first ballot Hall of Famer and also make a comparison to another giant in his sport (i.e. LeBron James) as to the impact they've had on the sports landscape over the first quarter of the 21st century. I'll get into the new head coaches in Houston (i.e. DeMeco Ryans) and Denver (i.e. Sean Payton) Is there any hope that Russell Wilson will turn his career around with the former Super Bowl winning head coach? A new offensive coordinator in LA with the Chargers (i.e. Kellen Moore) The diagnosis of 49ers QB, Brock Purdy's right elbow and how it affects their 2023 season.

(27:28) Mavericks guard, Luka Doncic returns with a 53 point game after spraining his ankle the week before in Phoenix. The West looks like it's going to be a battle royale from the fifth seed down as eight teams are separated by 3.5 games. While the East is top heavy with teams like Boston, Milwaukee, Philadelphia and Brooklyn leading the pack.

(31:17) March Madness in college basketball is six weeks from today. The question I've been keeping you all in suspense over the past week. Do you like the way this season is unfolding to where it's wide open for a tournament winner? Or would you rather have the North Carolina's , Duke's & Kentucky teams always patrolling to the top of the rankings and have just a handful of teams be the favorite to win it all? I'll belatedly discuss the passing of former analyst, Billy Packer, who died of kidney failure last week.

(41:27) As the NHL hits the All-Star Break down in South Florida, the Islanders made a big move a month before the trade deadline, acquiring Canucks forward Bo Horvat. Could this be the shot in the arm that they need to get back to the postseason? Will they be able to re-sign him? The sport has lost another all-time great as Bobby Hull passed away on Monday at the age of 84. I'll review what took place over the 'first half' of the season to date, the biggest surprise and disappointment so far and will set you up for a 'second half' preview once the weekend is complete.

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The final week of the month has arrived and so has the latest edition as there are some interesting storylines percolating in the sports world. On deck:

(5:11) The pennant races in baseball may not have a lot of drama heading into September as I recap the division and wild card chase to date. The Yankees look to get out of a six week malaise with a trip to Oakland and Anaheim upcoming as they've won three in a row. The Mets have the Braves breathing down their neck in the only race worth noting. Should there be concern if Atlanta overtakes the NL East at some point? Why did the Mets skip Jacob deGrom's start vs. the Yankees. I'll also discuss the apology by Fernando Tatis Jr. as he's in the middle of an 80 game suspension. And what about the 2023 schedule? Based on what I've seen, yours truly isn't a fan of it. I'll explain why.

(28:41) We're two weeks away from the start of a new NFL season. I'm sure many of you are psyched and pumped up for your Sundays being occupied with wall to wall football. What I wasn't psyched about was UFC chairman, Dana White, breaking a story on how Tom Brady was close to signing with the Las Vegas Raiders back in the 2020 offseason. Why bring this up now? Is this even a story? I'll also chime in on some news throughout the league (Baker Mayfield starting in Carolina), as well as, remembering Len Dawson. The Chiefs QB going back to the 1960's, who died at the age of 87.

(35:19) Kevin Durant agrees to move forward with the Nets as they try to come out from the rubble of his trade request earlier this summer. But there's one dynamic that needs to be addressed, in my opinion, if this upcoming season were to be one that can lead to a championship. What were the Lakers thinking acquiring Patrick Beverley? Did they not know about the history between he and Russell Westbrook? This has the makings of a disaster!

(45:30) I'm not too happy with the direction that the New York Islanders have taken this offseason. It was capped off by the team, who was rumored to sign former Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri, instead signs a long term deal with the Calgary Flames. What is going on with GM Lou Lamiorello as he continues to sit on his hands and do nothing to improve this team, who didn't make the playoffs this past season.

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Get ready for an action packed, fast paced, sports podcast party as Episode #235 delivers that and then some with all that's taking place in the world of competition. On deck:

(4:25) The NFL experienced the best Divisional Round in the history of the playoffs, where three of the four teams won on the road in the final seconds and the fourth was a game for the ages!

First up, was the horror show of coaching and quarterbacking by Mike Vrabel & Ryan Tannehill of the Tennessee Titans as they were upset at home by the cool, calm and collected Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Next, was the Green Bay Packers imploding at home as Aaron Rodgers couldn't deliver in the clutch, same for their special teams as the 49ers escape out of Lambeau Field with a big time road victory by their stout defense and some key throws by QB, Jimmy Garoppolo. What's next for Aaron Rodgers? Is this it for him in Green Bay?

The Rams jumped out to a big lead in Tampa, but slowly and surely gave it back due to a few costly turnovers to draw the Buccaneers even. In the end, it was Matthew Stafford's connection to his safety blanket, Cooper Kupp as they marched down the field as time was expiring and hit the go ahead field goal at the final gun. So the defending champions are dethroned as Stafford outplayed Brady, the Bucs defense was awful and now the questions will arise...is this is for Tom Brady?

Just when we thought the three games prior were tough acts to follow, the Bills & Chiefs played an epic, classic playoff game to top them all. It was a near flawless game with only four penalties flagged, zero turnovers, A+ play from both QB's (Josh Allen & Patrick Mahomes) lead changes late in the game, a botched kickoff by Buffalo with :13 seconds left, another final second field goal in regulation. Then the clincher as the Chiefs win it with a TD in OT, which brings up an interesting topic...should both teams get the ball in OT no matter what happens? KC's grit and talent rises to the top. As for the Bills, as heroic as Josh Allen and WR Gabriel Davis was, a long offseason of 'what if's' will be replayed over and over as they were thisclose from hosting the AFC Title Game in their building.

I'll preview both Conference Championship Games, the intrigue and storylines of the 49ers-Rams. Why I don't like the Bengals this time around vs. KC? What would be the best possible Super Bowl matchup be? And some off the field news regarding personnel on some teams throughout the league.

(1:07:06) The Bulls have suffered a couple of injuries to their roster as they lose their standing as the top dog in the East, but the Association is rather quiet as we approach the end of January.

(1:08:52) The same could be said in college basketball as Gonzaga still has the #1 seed in the country as there were no major upsets in the sport over the past week. It's looking as if we're going to have a wide open March Madness which isn't for another month and a half.

(1:09:41) Sadly, I'll remember one of the great New York Islander players who passed away too soon as Clark Gillies died this past Friday. I'll go over how tough and what type of player he was, what he meant to this historic Islander team and the mark he left on those he touched after his playing days were over. Also, the schedule makers have revamped the games that were lost in the early part of the year due to COVID, as well as, taking a look to catch up on what's happening out on the ice.

(1:16:11) The players will step in on Monday (today) and propose their deal to the owners as they try their best to get something done with pitchers and catchers scheduled to report in three weeks. Is there hope for any progress as February nears? MLB did one smart thing. Not having the Rays split their seasons with the city of Montreal which would've been disastrous for the sport.

(1:19:58) I'll have the latest update with what's going on in the Australian Open. It looks like the #1 seed in Ash Barty on the women's side is the favorite to win it all at the moment. Rafael Nadal is still alive on the men's side. Does he have a chance to get to his 21st career Grand Slam win?

(1:22:02) I'll briefly touch on the heavyweight MMA bout between Francis Ngannou vs. Cyril Gane as Ngannou unifies the UFC heavyweight title. Did the match live up to the hype?

(1:23:55) In closing, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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New day. New week. New month. It must mean a new podcast as I deliver ALL that’s happening in the world of sports as Episode 176 is served. On deck:

(3:59) Countdown to Super Bowl LV has begun, with a lead up into the big game. I’ll explain Tampa’s real shot to win based on only one theme. The Deshaun Watson standoff continues. Who is new Coach David Culley? Why not Eric Bieniemy? If I’m the Jets, why I WOULDN’T trade for Watson? The Matthew Stafford for Jared Goff deal. Wait! What? How many #1 picks is Stafford worth? The second retirement of Jason Witten. And what’s next for Ben Roethlisberger in Pittsburgh?

(35:00) Both the NBA & NHL have a quandary when it comes to rescheduling postponed games on their schedule? What are the plans for both leagues to make up these games? I’ll take a look around the Association, including Lakers-Celtics, Nets-Wizards and more.

(45:24) Bringing you up to speed on the latest rankings in college basketball. Who’s trending north? South?

(46:59) I spend a minute on the NBA on discussions about a possible All Star Game in Atlanta come March. Really?

(56:06) Some MLB Hot Stove cooking as I delve into the MLB discord with the players on pushing the season up a month, the universal DH for expanded playoffs. Free agent signings (JT Realmuto & Didi Gregorius), trades (Steven Matz to Toronto, which opens up a possibility of the Mets bringing in Trevor Bauer. Two words: BUYER BEWARE! Also, the Nolan Arenado trade to St. Louis. FOR WHO?) The departure of Masahiro Tanaka and retirement of Daniel Murphy. The Hall of Fame committee vs. Curt Schilling. And Scott Rolen a Hall of Famer? SERIOUSLY?

(1:22:56) Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Set to close out the first month of the new year with nothing but passionate filled, fast paced sports talk, Episode 175 delivers the goods and then some. On deck:

(3:28) The main themes of the AFC/NFC Title Games are coach Matt Lafleur’s awful decision to kick a field goal as opposed to going for a potential tie. Brady’s magic carries him to a record 10th Super Bowl. The Bills not ready for primetime and business as usual for the Chiefs. I’ll go in-depth on both games, the storylines for Super Bowl LV, Tony Romo’s honeymoon is long over. CBS gets their Super Bowl matchup wish! Also, the latest on Deshaun Watson in Houston. Eric Bieniemy’s head coaching opportunity, what’s left of Matthew Stafford? Is Philip Rivers a Hall of Famer? Lots to dissect as the NFL season comes down to its final game.

(54:20) The NBA season is a month in as I’ll discuss the surprises and disappointments so far. Why I agree with Shaquille O’Neal regarding his comments directed at Jazz guard, Donovan Mitchell? And the Clippers psyche when it really matters are among the topics I’ll touch on.

(1:05:14) An update on college basketball as Michigan will be suspended athletics due to a new coronavirus strain. Kansas loses three straight games for the first time in eight years and the latest on former powerhouses Duke, North Carolina and Kentucky.

(1:08:55) Remembering the life of the immortal Henry Aaron and Don Sutton. There’s been some hot stove activity as I’ll express my thoughts on George Springer going to Toronto, the Yankees bolstering their starting rotation and why the Mets not getting Brad Hand for their bullpen didn’t have me up in arms?

(1:21:41) The NHL dealing with COVID as the Hurricanes and Capitals deal with not either playing or having their big stars (i.e. Alex Ovechkin) in the lineup for the next week or so.

(1:25:34) Conor McGregor loses in his return to the Octagon. What lies ahead for the embattled fighter? And why did he retire in the first place?

(1:29:36) Lastly, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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If it’s some serious sports analysis, opinions and entertainment that you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place. I’ll shed some light on the few things percolating in the world of sports as we do our best to get through this coronavirus pandemic on Episode 119. On deck:

(2:34) The NFL provided lots of light that the sports world needed with all leagues dark across the board. I’ll get into all of the key signings (Amari Cooper, Todd Gurley), new destinations (DeAndre Hopkins, Stefan Diggs, DeForest Buckner, Jason Witten, Nick Foles, et. al) including the Tom Brady saga and his next adventure in Tampa.

(33:04) LeBron James made a first and surprising visit to Instagram Live as he divulged an interesting tidbit regarding the 2012 Eastern Conference Finals vs. the Boston Celtics. I’ll do a deep dive on that and is there trouble with the league regarding payment of players after April 1st?

(39:55) The NHL has been low key despite some news coming out of Ottawa in regards to players contracting the coronavirus.

(42:12) A couple of baseball notes regarding the health of two key players in the AL East (Chris Sale & Aaron Judge)

(44:18) I’ll also touch on college basketball players declaring for the draft. CBS turns back the clock over the weekend.

(47:45) More thoughts about dealing with coronavirus while you’re at home.

(51:13) Plus, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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The 2019 NFL season is here! Joining me on ushering the 100th season of The Shield is esteemed writer, Gary Myers of The Athletic. We’ll cover everything from will the Patriots make it back to another Super Bowl? Are the Browns for real? Can the Jets take flight under coach Adam Gase? We’ll also discuss when we may see Giants #1 pick, Daniel Jones? Covering the league today compared to yesteryear? Thoughts about Nick Buoniconti? Even a word on his favorite baseball team, the New York Mets. As well as, his Super Bowl pick.

Following my conversation with Gary, you’ll get my analysis of what to possibly expect as I break down the divisions, my Super Bowl prediction, knockout pool, over/unders and much more.

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