White Sox Approaching MLB Futility? Crazy Division & Wild Card Races. Key NFL Injuries As Preseason Begins. An NBA Vet Retires. Why Golf/Tennis Olympic Sports? Boxer Crawford Shines With No Pub?

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Revved for a big week of podcasts as this is the first of THREE coming your way. Doing what I love best in bringing you up to speed on ALL that’s happening in sports. On deck:

(2:54) A couple of housekeeping notes before commencing. On Friday, I’ll have a special guest as sports talk show host of WFAN in New York, Keith McPherson will join me to discuss his compelling journey in this business. It’s a conversation that’s packed with plenty of inspiration and dedication that you won’t want to miss. And, of course, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the promotion regarding OLIPOP. Please see above.

(5:39) I kick off the podcast talking about the dreadful Chicago White Sox. They’re one loss away from tying an American League record and three away from matching the major league record of 23. Will they do it? Who are their opponents? I’ll get into who they’ll play this week and could they possibly become a part of baseball futility? Blake Snell’s no-hitter on Friday vs. Cincinnati. Mike Trout is done for the year with another injury. What’s next for the three time MVP? Gleyber Torres gets deservedly benched. What’s his future in pinstripes if I were the GM? I’ll check on the latest in both leagues as the divisions and wild card races are heating up.

(33:21) NFL preseason games will be in full bloom this week, but there’s been a rash of injuries throughout with some key players (Puka Nacua, De’Andre Hopkins, Justin Herbert, Geno Smith, etc.) in the sport that we’ll have to keep an eye on. There was another retirement (Tarik Cohen), a big time signing in Tampa Bay (OL Tristan Wirfs) and will anyone watch Hard Knocks on HBO (Chicago Bears) starting tomorrow night?

(39:03) Gordon Hayward, the longtime member of the Utah Jazz, played with the Celtics, Hornets, etc. retired after 14 years in the NBA.

(41:02) The Summer Games are into the final week in Paris. I don’t understand why events/sports like golf or tennis is a part of the Olympic landscape. Should it even be a part of the Olympiad? I’ll keep you up to date on what’s gone on over the past few days, including Simone Biles coming in fifth on the balance beam. Was anyone surprised by her performance? Should she be criticized for falling short of the gold?

(51:32) Boxer Terrance Crawford wins a close bout on Saturday night to become a four time champ in different weight classes. Why is it that he’s not getting the recognition he deserves as a fighter who has a record of (41-0 with 31 KO’s)?

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Yankees Sizzling, Dodgers Fizzling & Trade Deadline Recap Highlight MLB. Are You Ready For Football As NFL Preseason Commences? Anyone Wrapped Up In Watching The Olympics?

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August is here, not only ushering in a new month, but the latest podcast as we get through this slow period in the sports calendar together. On deck:

(4:58) As we usher in a new month, it’s still a relatively slow time in the sports news cycle as we’re five weeks from the NFL season commencing and college football a week prior to that. Baseball remains front and center with the dog days of August still to come. I’ll recap the teams that went all in up until the 6pm trade deadline on Tuesday. (i.e. Dodgers, Orioles & Marlins) Wait! The Marlins? That’s not a typo, people. I’ll peek at some of the other deals that could have an impact in the pennant race over the next two months. What a difference a week makes for the Yankees as they’ve turned their fortunes around with a five game winning streak, punctuated by a three game sweep in Philadelphia. Are they officially back? On the flip side, there’s the Dodgers. They’ve been reeling as their once huge division lead is now down to a handful. Will they turn it around? Are the Padres and Diamondbacks going to nip at LA’s heels for the remainder of the season? I’ll also tap in on the entire MLB landscape to see where we’re at with the division and wild card races.

(33:44) Are you ready for some football, NFL fans? The preseason schedule kicks off tonight with the Hall of Fame game in Canton tonight. I’ll explain why I’m NOT interested in any of the games that are taking place this month. There were a couple of suspensions from players violating the league’s PED policy. Another player retirement. And an organization (the Bears) that doled out the largest contract in franchise history (WR DJ Moore)

(39:39) There was an NBA re-signing as Jarrett Allen re-ups on a three year deal with the Cavaliers. Does this make them a team to be reckoned with in the East? Do I really care about Jayson Tatum’s omission from the first game of the Olympics for the US Men’s Basketball game?

(41:21) We’re almost a week into the 2024 Summer Olympics. Simone Biles, who’s been dealing with a leg issue, comes up big to win a gold medal for the US Women’s Gymnastics Team. Besides that, it’s been mostly quiet. I’ll dive into why the Olympic Games haven’t done much for me to follow or even watch at this point. Will it change over the next ten days?

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Which Teams Will Make Noise Before MLB Trade Deadline Tomorrow? Too Much, Too Soon As NFL QB’s Get Paid! TNT Duped By NBA? Early Olympic Storylines! Feeling Blue After FL Trip?

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Good to be home, although I was feeling blue on Friday, I’ll unpack that and everything that’s taking place in the world of sports. On deck:

(2:53) Back in the New York groove at the home studio as opposed to the lovely back drop of palm trees and greenery of Florida. I’ll deliver some details of my trip to Florida at the end of the podcast.

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(5:17) Baseball’s trade deadline is tomorrow at 6pm. Teams are searching for reinforcements in order to qualify for postseason play. There have already been some big moves to date (Phillies get closer Carlos Estevez & OF Austin Hays. Yankees acquire Jazz Chisholm. Orioles obtain Zac Eflin, Siranthony Dominguez & Cristian Pache. Mariners trade for Randy Arozarena and the Mets pickup Ryne Stanek and Jesse Winker) What other key players are still out there for the taking? Will other teams get involved in any last minute transactions? I’ll take a peek at the latest in the division and wild card races as the dog days of August are almost here.

(37:13) It must be nice to be a quarterback in the NFL. Two more guys get signed to enormous contract. Dolphins signed Tua Tagovailoa to the richest contract in the history of the franchise. While the Packers get Jordan Love to sign on the dotted line. Was this too much money for a QB that’s been injured with concussions in the past? Or a guy that only has one year of starting experience? It’s an interesting commentary on the state and market of what the cost of the QB is in 2024?

(44:30) TNT is looking to get back into the new media deal signed by the NBA where the network was left out. Warner Bros./Turner Media certainly has something to say about it as they may take this to court as they felt they were grossly misinterpreted of their contractual rights. How will this play out when it’s all said and done?

(47:37) One major signing in the NHL wasn’t much of a surprise. The Flyers and Travis Konecny have agreed to an eight year deal.

(48:34) I have a few interesting takeaways from the first two days of the Summer Olympics in Paris. How hurt is Simone Biles’s leg? Will anyone care about Novak Djokovic vs. Rafael Nadal? US Men’s Basketball Team rolls over Serbia, but how come Jayson Tatum didn’t play? Will NBA Rookie of the Year and France’s own Victor Wembanyama carry them deep into a medal game performance?

(55:10) Always transparent and accountable as I missed out on Saturday’s latest UFC matchup.

(56:23) I wrap up with sharing the rest of my trip to Florida, this time in Miami, which brought me home feeling a certain type of way.

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Mets Shock With Subway Series Sweep! Huge Series On Deck. NFL Camp Holdouts & 18 Game Season On The Come? TNT In War With NBA? Pressure On US Men’s B-Ball Team As Olympics Begin?

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Wrapping up another week as I have one last podcast in the Sunshine State, recapping, reviewing and previewing all that’s happening in the sports world. On deck:

(2:48) As I conclude my tour of Florida, my remote takes me inside (due to construction and a Metrorail train passing by every few minutes) on another hot, sunny summer day in Miami. The acoustics weren’t great in the room that I was recording, so my apologies to those listening if there were any echoes or issues in regards to the latest edition of the podcast.

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(5:56) Sports is starting to pick up a little bit as August is on the horizon, but baseball is still front and center here in late July. I cannot believe what the New York Mets did to their crosstown rival, New York Yankees over the past couple of days. They won a close one on Tuesday and last night took the Bombers to the back of the woodshed as they completed a season series sweep in dominating fashion. Now, both teams have to gear up for even bigger series this weekend with division rivals as the Mets play four at home vs. Atlanta. While the Yankees go up to Boston to play the Red Sox for three. How will they fare as both NY teams are either being chased or chasing in the Wild Card standings? I’ll go through the struggles of the Orioles in Miami. The reeling Mariners. The oncoming Rangers in the AL West. There are some intriguing series to keep an eye on (Dodgers-Astros, Guardians-Phillies, Pirates-D’backs) as we’re approaching the final weekend of the month.

(25:29) NFL Training Camps are open for business. You have quite a few key players holding out (i.e. Trent Williams, Hasan Reddick and Jordan Love) the latter, the most interesting because how much will he get with only one full season under his belt? There were two more retirement announcements (Raiders WR Michael Gallup. Eagles LB Brandon Graham at the end of the year) And the greed of the NFL crops up as there have been high level talks of increasing the season to 18 games in the future. You know how I feel about this. I’ll get into all of it as football is back in our consciousness.

(35:01) The NBA has officially announced their new media deal with ESPN/ABC, NBC & Amazon Prime for the next eleven years worth $76 billion dollars. TNT feels snubbed based on what they said that they’ve countered Amazon’s offer and should still broadcast games after next season. Is this the end for TNT? Can they still negotiate considering this already a done deal. Also, the WNBA signed a new deal as well (11/$2.2 billion, could go up to 3 billion) Is it time for yours truly to start taking notice on a league that has received plenty of attention over the past couple of years? Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau signs a three year extension. And Andrew Nembhard of the Pacers cashed in on a good playoff run with a three year/$59 million dollar deal.

(42:26) A high profile signing in Edmonton for the front office as former Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman will take his talents to Northern Alberta, but this comes after a two year suspension from the NHL for his involvement in the alleged sexual harassment case back in 2010. Was this a good move by the Western Conference Champions?

(45:36) With the Olympics beginning tomorrow night, I’ll preview as much as I could when it comes to what’ll take place in Paris over the next two and a half weeks. One big question going into the Games, how much pressure with the USA Men’s Basketball Team face as they’re the favorites to come home with the Gold Medal?

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Detailing My Florida Travels. Sensational Xander Quells Open Drama To Win Second Major! Are The Astros That Good? Or Mariners Bad? Celtics Huge Payroll Risk. Harbaugh Backs Lamar. ESPN’s 100 List Joke

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Delivering the first of two podcasts as my journey on the road continues, so hop on board to listen to what it is I have to say about what’s happening in the world of sports and with yours truly. On deck:

(3:06) Back doing another podcast ‘al fresco’, outdoors in the sunshine of Central Florida. I’ll share the past four days of my trip. Spending time with family, where my next destination after today will be and even suffering a foot injury while trying to pursue a personal challenge which fell flat after two days. Also, I plug the OLIPOP soda promo which is I implore you to do so.

(8:36) What was built up to be a thrilling Sunday at The Open Championship with a dozen golfers in the mix to win the final major of 2024, Xander Schauffele pulled away from the pack to win his second major in the last three (He won the PGA two months ago) squashing whatever drama us fans were anticipating going into the final round. I’ll discuss how Schauffele was ready for the moment, unlike years prior. How Shane Lowry’s Saturday doomed him from winning a major tournament. And Rory McIlroy’s quest for another major will have to wait another year as his decade-long drought continues.

(18:05) Baseball resumed its schedule over the weekend. The one series that caught my attention was the Seattle Mariners losing grip of first place in the AL West as the Houston Astros won two of three in the Pacific Northwest. Can the Mariners right the ship with a struggling offense and their best player (Julio Rodriguez) out of the lineup for the foreseeable future? What about the Astros? Are they serious contenders in the AL after a dreadful 12-24 start? I’ll keep you posted as the NL Wild Card race is a log jam and what series will pique my interest in the early part of this week.

(35:29) With the Olympics on the horizon, the US Men’s Basketball Team avoided a scare as South Sudan gave them a run for their money in a game on Saturday. Does this mean anything heading into the Games on Friday? Does Russell Westbrook’s trade to Utah and eventual move to Denver move the needle? The defending champion Boston Celtics signed Sam Houser to a four year/$45 million dollar deal. This includes Jayson Tatum, Derrick White and Jrue Holiday signing massive extensions over the past couple of months. Is this a high risk with the salary cap/luxury tax threshold forthcoming? And how I feel that this core MUST win at least one more title to cement their legacy during this run!

(42:49) NFL training camps will be in full bloom come Wednesday as football will be a part of our consciousness moving forward. Do I really have to hear Ravens coach John Harbaugh come to the defense of his quarterback, Lamar Jackson? This is after he failed to take his team to the Super Bowl after another MVP season. I’ll get into a couple of retirements (Shaq Barrett and Kenyon Drake) and the aforementioned Ravens signing some secondary help (former Bears S Eddie Jackson)

(48:21) ESPN recently published a top 100 athletes of the 21st century list, which YOU KNOW, I’ve got major problems with. I’ll just take it from the top 25 to number one as I can spend an entire podcast as to what’s completely wrong about this list. CORRECTION: I mentioned Nellie Fox, when I meant to say Jimmie Foxx as one of the top right handed hitters of all time, in discussing Albert Pujols.

(57:05) I even mention the winner of the Tour de France as it concluded yesterday in Nice, and not in Paris due to the Olympics on Friday. Tadej Pogacar had a historic double to win cycling’s Super Bowl.

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MLB’s ’Second Half’ Outlook With Trade Deadline Looming. Bryson, Rory’s Brutal Starts At The Open. 49ers Aiyuk Wants Out? Davante Pining For Former QB As I Take The Pod OUTDOORS!

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Plugging away in the summer heat, back to deliver another podcast with more of the same through your headphones, earbuds or speakers as I get into all that’s happening in sports. On deck:

(2:38) It’s my first foray in taking the podcast OUTDOORS as I’m in the Sunshine State over the next few days, providing a new and interesting wrinkle to the latest episode. For the visually inclined, I have the VIDEO PODCAST on my YouTube channel so you can see for yourself. (Link to channel is below)

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(4:56) The ‘second half’ of the baseball season will commence tomorrow as the All-Star Break has come and gone. I’ll review what happened at the Home Run Derby & Midsummer Classic earlier this week to set the stage for what could lie ahead over the final two and a half months of the season. I’ll break down the intriguing storylines (i.e. AL division races. NL wild card race) and what impact will it have for those who are fighting for a playoff spot, with the trade deadline looming at the end of the month.

(22:44) The final golf major of the year is at the Royal Troon Golf Course in Scotland. It’s already been a struggle for many of its top players as the weather could be a factor over the next few days. With sluggish starts to Rory McIlroy, Rickie Fowler and US Open champion Bryson Dechambeau, will guys miss end up missing the cut?

(28:36) Two big time wide receivers have been in the news as NFL training camp will be in full bloom by this time next week. Brandon Aiyuk wants out of San Francisco, but the front office wants him. If he does get shipped elsewhere, I’ll explain why that wouldn’t be as big of a blow for a 49ers squad expected to compete in the NFC. Then Davonte Adams stated that if he were to play on another team, it would be one where Aaron Rodgers will be under center. Let the rumors begin with the Jets possibly looking to acquire him. Is this an actual possibility? Or is it much ado about nothing?

(35:43) There were a couple of passings, unfortunately, to acknowledge in the NBA. One time executive of the Orlando Magic, Pat Williams, dies at 84. And Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the father of the late, great Kobe Bryant dies at 69. Then you have Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving nursing a broken hand that he suffered during a workout earlier this month as he should be ready come training camp in late September.

(39:22) Things in the NHL have been rather quiet, but there have been a couple of signings (Kings Quinton Byfield, 5yr//$31M and Islanders Simon Holmstrom gets a one year deal) Plus, one long time Washington Capitals star, Evgeny Kuznetsov decides to go back home and play in the KHL.Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Torch Passed To Alcaraz Who Wins 2nd Straight Wimbledon. AL Intrigue, NL Wild Card Craziness Caps MLB 1st Half. Selfless Jalen Brunson’s Massive Gamble. Two Sad Passings In NFL

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Smack dab in the middle of the summer season, the heat isn’t letting up any time soon. Same for yours truly as I’ll dole out praise and critiques on the latest and greatest in the sports world with the latest podcast. On deck:

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(5:08) What more can you say about the play of Carlos Alcaraz, winning his second straight Wimbledon and back to back Grand Slam Finals (he won the French Open last month) defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets. Has the torch been passed to the 21 year old? Who else can challenge him besides Djokovic moving forward. On the women’s side, #31 ranked Barbora Krejcikova surprisingly won her first Wimbledon defeating upstart Jasmin Paolini in a riveting match as the third Grand Slam of 2024 is complete.

(19:47) MLB has hit the All-Star Break. I’ll take a look at the big picture of the first half (HINT: AL has some intrigue, NL not so much. Unless you’re looking at the wild card which is bananas at the moment), discuss some of the big series and stories from the weekend. I can’t forget about the draft last night as they do their best to generate interest similar to the NFL and NBA Drafts. The Home Run Derby tonight (and Pete Alonso’s participation) and how the All-Star Game is a shell of its former self. And I’ll spend a minute on the state of Wander Franco’s status as who knows when we’ll ever see him grace a diamond considering the latest news regarding the embattled star player.

(47:21) Knicks guard Jalen Brunson has taken a pay cut to increase payroll flexibility for the team to procure or re-sign players in their quest to get to the NBA Finals. Was this a smart move for Brunson? Will the Knicks make a deal to bring in someone with championship experience to their roster before training camp? Also, the league has released the group series for the upcoming 2024 NBA Cup. Seriously? Does anyone really care?

(57:40) Some sad news as there were two deaths in the NFL over the past few days. Longtime defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin, architect of the Tampa 2 defense of the late 90’s into the 2000’s, dies at the age of 84. And former Baltimore Raven, Jacoby Jones, who has the longest play in Super Bowl history (108 yard kickoff return) dies at the age of 40. I close out with a few choice words of enjoying life and living in the moment.

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Phillies Flying. Yankees MUST Win? Rangers Last Stand As MLB Heads Into Break. NBA’s Record Media Deal/USA Men’s Team Starting 5? WHAT? Not Cool Novak Shouts At Fans! US Soccer Coach Canned

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Summer continues to sizzle in these parts, which may not be said for the latest in sports, but have no fear, I’m packing some heat with analysis and opinions with whatever’s going on as the podcast is available for consumption. On deck:

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(4:25) The Philadelphia Phillies are showing why they’re the best team in the National League as they’ve taken the first two of their three game series against the LA Dodgers. Will they sweep? I think the Yankees are facing a MUST WIN in July as they could secure their first series win in a month down in Tampa today, before heading to Baltimore for.an AL East showdown with the Orioles. I’ll take a look at the rest of the MLB landscape and big series to look for, as we’re just a weekend of games away from the All-Star Break.

(29:24) A new media rights deal is on the horizon with the NBA. It’s a record eleven year, $76 BILLION dollar deal. What does this mean for the networks/streaming platforms involved? What about players salaries? You will be floored by what you’ll hear, but this is the reality of what the Association will look like down the road. The USA Men’s Basketball team has been in the news recently. Should I or we be wrapped up in who’s going to start in their first game with the Olympics set to open two weeks from tomorrow? And with Kawhi Leonard departing from the team, am I disappointed that they didn’t select Jaylen Brown to take his place?

(42:33) Novak Djokovic has stirred up the fans at Wimbledon the other day, feeling disrespected by the fans in his match against Holger Rune. Was he right for calling them out on the court? Otherwise, it’s been a quiet week leading into the weekend where champions will be crowned on Saturday & Sunday. I’ll preview what lies ahead on the men’s and women’s side, including Daniil Medvedev enormous match vs. Carlos Alcaraz.

(50:54)I have to unpack how the Steelers signing of CB Cameron Sutton, has impacted their secondary, because of his eight game suspension that was handed down earlier this week. I’m sure they knew that this was coming down the pike. Is anyone interested in the offseason Hard Knocks with the NY Giants. What’s next? Vacationing with the Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs?

(55:07) I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the firing of USMNT coach, Gregg Berhalter, who couldn’t get out of their group with losses to Uruguay and Panama. What if the US is unable to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, where they are the host nation for this event?

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A Surprising Yankee Plight With All Star Break Looming. Warrior Dynasty Done? Celtics Selling Team? Preds, Blackhawks Thrive In NHL Free Agency. Iga Stunned At Wimbledon. NFL Training Camps On Deck

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Back after a little 4th Of July respite as I deliver the same fire, passion and opinions with all that’s going on in the sports world. On deck:

(4:35) After a minute discussing the 4th of July holiday, baseball is front and center as we head into the All-Star Break after this week. The big story over is the plight of the New York Yankees over the past month. What has gone on with the Bombers and will it continue with huge road series vs. the Rays & Orioles upcoming? It’s a fascinating deep dive on what has taken place with a team that has sights set on getting back to the World Series for the first time in 15 years. I’ll take a look at the rest of the MLB landscape, which has pretty much stayed the same since we last met a week ago today.

(23:17) NBA free agency should cool off after a crazy first week. I’ll go over some of the big signings (Klay Thompson to Dallas & DeMar DeRozan to Sacramento) to date. Steph Curry commented with Klay’s departure that the Warriors are the last dynasty in the NBA. I’ll refute that and give plenty of examples why they weren’t a true dynasty in my eyes. I’ll share my two cents on the Celtics ownership selling their franchise. Why I found it shocking? And what I hope they DON’T DO when it comes to who’ll be the next owner of the team?

(40:59) Same for the NHL as free agency has been fast and furious with the Nashville Predators making some big moves with the signings of Steven Stamkos & Jonathan Marchessault. The Boston Bruins, Vancouver Canucks, Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks and Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers have made significant deals to improve their rosters as this period should start to quiet down from here on forward. Do I get crazy about the New York Islanders acquisition of Anthony Duclair? Kudos to the Seattle Kraken for hiring the first woman to be an assistant coach (Jessica Campbell) behind the bench in NHL history.

(48:11) Wimbledon on the men’s side has been chalk for the most part as Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Daniil Medvedev, among others, still alive for a Grand Slam title. It’s the women’s side that’s been astonishing. #1 women’s player Iga Swiatek doesn’t make it into Week 2 of the tournament. Why I can’t let this slide as she needs to step up on a grass surface?

(55:38) Don’t look now, but training camps in the NFL open up as early as this week! That’s not a typo. Am I ready for some football with training camp, the Hall of Fame Game, preseason and the curtain raising on September 5th in Kansas City? Sadly, there was a passing with a young player in the sport as Minnesota Vikings fourth round pick, Khyree Jackson and two other college players, perished in a car accident in Maryland over the weekend.

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MLB’s Wild Card Battle Royale At Halfway Point. Why Paul George To 76ers Scares Me? NHL’s Lightning Strikes Early In Free Agency. Will Iga/Novak Conquer Wimbledon? UFC’s Pereira Keeps Title

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It’s a new day, new week, new month, but the same ol’ fast and furious, action packed sports talk that you’ve come to know and love as the latest podcast is forthcoming. On deck:

(4:04) With July ushered in, it’s time to check in on MLB teams that can be relevant throughout the summer as they make a play for October baseball. I’ll unpack the AL & NL wild card races for the first time. How will the Twins, Royals, Red Sox, Astros and Rays fare throughout the final three months of the regular season? Same for the Padres, Cardinals, Mets, Diamondbacks Giants and Pirates? I’ll preview some upcoming series leading into the 4th of July holiday and yes, I’ll briefly mention Bobby Bonilla Day as baseball fans can laugh at the Mets and serenade today’s BB Day!

(31:55) NBA free agency has arrived. There aren’t many big profile guys on the list, minus Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan. Paul George was arguably the number one guy leading the pack, but he signed with the Philadelphia 76ers to a four year deal. Why the cons outweigh the pros when it comes to the former Clipper? I’ll address what else could transpire during this opening week of business in the Association and a couple of new coaches (JB Bickerstaff in Detroit and Kenny Atkinson in Cleveland), LeBron James opting out of his contract looking for an extension AND the Lakers drafted his son, Bronny. Are we looking at a three ring circus in LA leading up to training camp in late September?

(48:53) The NHL had their draft over the weekend, but there was plenty of wheeling and dealing throughout the rest of the league as the Tampa Bay Lightning made some shrewd moves (sending Mihkail Sergachev to UTAH, Tanner Jeannot to LA, acquiring scorer Jake Guentzel & signing him to a long term deal. There’s been a couple of other signings (Sam Reinhart stays in FLA, Patrick Kane with DET) And what about my beloved Islanders? What are they going to do to as they attempt to keep up with the Joneses in the East?

(56:27) Wimbledon commences at the All England Club today. I’ll preview the men’s side with Novak Djokovic’s swift return from knee surgery. How will he respond? And can Iga Swiatek capture her first title at Wimbledon as the #1 women’s player in the world?

(1:02:45) UFC 303’s main event had Alex Pereira KO Jiri Prochazka with a head kick in the second round of their light heavyweight bout on Saturday night.

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Panthers Survive To Win First Cup. Can Oilers Follow Similar Blueprint? NBA Draft Round 1 Recap. Where Does Bronny Go? Overrating The Knicks Trade With Brooklyn. Break Up The Mets, Back to .500!

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The final days of June is upon us. Closing out the month the only way I know how, with nothing but rapid fire, high octane sports talk to get you set for the weekend. On deck:

(3:58) As June is about to conclude, I implore the universe to slow down the hands of time with July on deck and how Memorial Day felt like five minutes ago, considering it was exactly a month ago. So I had to get that off my chest before getting into why you’re here in the first place.

(5:07) The Florida Panthers averted an epic collapse as they hung on to win their first ever Stanley Cup Monday night vs. Edmonton. I’ll break down a game that fell far from the expectations that I, and us fans were hoping for. Also, why the Panthers are having their championship parade on Sunday, six days after they won the Cup? What about the Oilers? Where do they go from here? Do they get back to the Cup next year, similar to their opponent and win the whole thing?

(25:10) It was the first night and round of the NBA Draft last night. There was not a lot of fanfare surrounding any top prospects coming out of college. I’ll review what happened in the opening round and what to expect (Bronny James, anyone?) in today’s second round. The Knicks made a splash trading for Nets forward, Mikal Bridges, to reunite him with his Villanova teammates. Why Knick fans are thinking Bridges is the final piece to their championship puzzle is beyond me? I’ll mention the re-signing of OG Anunoby to a monster contract which is dubious in my eyes as the free agency period is just days away.

(50:30) Break up the New York Mets! They embarrassed their crosstown rival Yankees and have gotten themselves back to .500. Is it time to get excited about this team the rest of the way? What about the Yankees, losers of five of their last six series? Will this bad stretch continue in Toronto this weekend? Don’t look now but the Astros are also at .500. Next up for them? A weekend in New York to face the Mets in an interesting matchup. I’ll peek at any other big series that’ll take place as the month of June is almost over and out.

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The Biggest Game In NHL History? A Historic Game 7 Tonight. MLB Has Yanks Reeling. O’s Swept. Astros On The Move & Scherzer’s Return. Will JJ Experiment Work In LA? No NBA Draft Buzz

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As the Northeast and a lot of the nation was under some record heat as summer arrived on Thursday, there won’t be much cooling off, ESPECIALLY when it comes to yours truly. Doing what I love to deliver all of the latest and greatest in the world of sports. On deck:

(4:14) It all boils down to tonight. A Game 7 of epic proportions with history in the making. No matter how you slice it, the Edmonton Oilers-Florida Panthers could be a game to remember. I’ll break down all of the drama, intrigue and suspense leading into tonight’s matchup. What it will mean to the Oilers if they win or lose? And the same for the Panthers?

(27:28) MLB had a very interesting few days as it’ll be soon the only major sport standing until we get to September. Baseball did a great job covering the Tribute to the Negro Leagues game on Rickwood Field Thursday night in Birmingham, AL. The Yankees haven’t fared well against the better opposition in the league as they’ve lost four of their last five series. The Orioles, coming off of winning two out of three vs. the Yanks, get swept in Houston. The first time they’ve been swept in the regular season since 2022. Speaking of the Astros, they’re trying to get back in the thick of the AL West/playoff picture as they’ve won five in a row. Then you have Max Scherzer, returning to the Rangers starting rotation, putting up a solid five inning outing against the Royals as they try to make a run in light of their World Series championship last year. In the NL, the Phillies took two of three vs. Arizona as they met after their NLCS encounter a year ago. Break up the Mets? They’ve won 13 of 19, but will lose their closer Edwin Diaz to suspension because of sticky stuff. Seriously?

(47:42 ) The worst kept secret in the NBA was confirmed as JJ Redick is the next coach of the LA Lakers. With LeBron James’s influence and friendship with JJ, could this turn out to be disastrous? OKC made a shrewd trade by acquiring Alex Caruso from Chicago for Josh Giddey. Plus, the NBA Draft is forthcoming on Wednesday and Thursday this week, taking a page out of the NFL, spreading out the draft over a couple of days. Is this draft deep enough to warrant a two day affair?Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Celtics Capture Banner 18! Is Back To Back Or Dynasty On Deck? Could The Oilers Do The Unthinkable? Remembering Willie Mays. MLB To Honor Negro Leagues. Yankee Injuries & Cole’s Return

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Let us rejoice as the summer solstice has arrived! Not only do you have to deal with high temps outside, you’ll have plenty of heat in your earbuds, headphones or speakers as I detail all that’s happening in sports. On deck:

(4:24) I have to start off the podcast with a bit of bad news. With the NBA over, NHL about to conclude and baseball being the only major sport to discuss, the Sports Dead Zone, Part 2 is on the horizon. You’ve been warned. There’s no need to despair because you know I’m not going anywhere no matter how slow the sports world will be between now and September.

(6:00) The Boston Celtics are NBA Champs! I’ll chronicle the road to Banner 18, the relief of finally reaching the pinnacle as a diehard fan (I know Knick fans, Sixer fans, and others who haven’t won a title. Just let me live. Haha!) detailing the exploits of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, coach Joe Mazzulla, Brad Stevens as they punctuate their season with a championship. Could this be a situation where they can go back to back? What about a dynasty? I’ll share my thoughts on the Dallas Mavericks run to the Finals and if they can get back there next year in a loaded Western Conference? In other news, what’s gotten into the Detroit Pistons management to wait two months to fire head coach, Monty Williams AND owe him 65 million dollars in the process. And Pascal Siakam re-signs with Indiana on a 4 year/$189 million dollar deal. Can they make another deep playoff run in the East for years to come?

(32:45) The Stanley Cup Finals has some drama as the Edmonton Oilers have won the last two games after losing the first three, where Game 6 will be in their building to see if they can do the unthinkable. Can they even the series after being down 0-3 and push this to a decisive seventh game?

(39:48) MLB has lost a legend and icon. Willie Mays passed away at the age of 93 on Tuesday. I’ll detail how much he meant to baseball, the flair and pizzazz he brought to the sport and the lasting impact he had long after his playing days. In light of his death, there’ll be a game in Birmingham, AL tonight (where ironically Mays played and was from) between the Giants-Cardinals, honoring the Negro Leagues. I’ll take a look at some injuries that the Yankees have sustained (Anthony Rizzo & Aaron Judge) and the return of reigning AL Cy Young award winner, Gerrit Cole. The end of the Grimace winning streak (Oh boy!) by the Mets and series to anticipate this weekend with Braves-Yankees being the headliner.

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Bryson Heroic Or Rory Choked As Dechambeau Wins US Open. Scary NBA & Stanley Cup Final Parallels As Celtics, Panthers On Cusp Of Titles. Key MLB Injuries. Is Trevor Lawrence Worth $275M?

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Summer is officially days away, but the latest podcast is right now as I’ve got plenty to ramble about when it comes to what’s going on in sports. On deck:

(2:50) I would’ve been remiss if I didn’t start the podcast by not acknowledging the woman who gave birth to me as it’s her birthday today. So I had to kick off the podcast sending her a birthday wish!

(3:39) There was a thrilling end to the third Grand Slam of golf this year as we have to ask ourselves, did Bryson Dechambeau win the US Open? Or did Rory McIlroy lose it? I’ll breakdown those final few holes that went awry for McIlroy and the epic shot by Dechambeau which won him his second Open in five years.

(22:10) Sweeps were averted in the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals, but there are some scary similarities between the Dallas Mavericks and Edmonton Oilers, who avoided getting swept with resounding Game 4 wins. Does that bode well for both teams going into buildings ready to celebrate championships? I’ll also talk about Charles Barkley retiring from TNT after next year. And what will the new Utah hockey team be called starting this fall?

(43:29) Baseball had some interesting storylines over the past few days. The Orioles took two of three against the Phillies. Some key injuries to contenders (O’s pitcher Kyle Bradish, Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto & INF Mookie Betts) Seattle’s sweep over Texas. An umpire under investigation for gambling and some big series this week, headlined by Orioles-Yankees and Mariners-Guardians.

(58:40) Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is the latest quarterback to get paid matching Joe Burrow’s contract of $275 million dollars. Is he worth it? Is this a case of what the market price for a QB in 2024?

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Celtics One Final Step To Elusive Title. Remembering Jerry West. Hurley Spurns Lakers. Can Panthers Mirror Celtics Finals Quest? MLB Pretenders: KC Royals. US Open Preview

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I complete the trifecta of podcasts this week as I delve into all of the latest that’s happening in sports. On deck:

(4:00) I have to do some housekeeping before I begin, shouting out my sister-in-law’s birthday. A recent conversation with ESPN/FOX Sports sideline reporter, Kacy Standohar that was released yesterday. Also, a vlog that was put up on the YouTube channel (@JAYREELZ) as you’ll get my perspective of ‘new media’ which is what I’ve been a part of over the past two plus decades.

(6:26) The Boston Celtics are one win away from winning their first championship since 2008 as they’ve taken a 3-0 Finals lead with a win in Dallas last night. Will they end up with a sweep? Or will the Dallas Mavericks show some pride and extend the series back to Boston for a Game 5 Monday night? I have to pay respect to one of the biggest figures in NBA history as Jerry West, The Logo, passed away yesterday at the age of 86. I’ll chronicle his basketball life as it’s one of the greatest that we’ve ever witnessed. Then you have UCONN coach Danny Hurley spurning the Lakers offer to be head coach. Did the Lakers front office come up small here? What could’ve been the reason why they weren’t able to procure his services? In what direction will they go now?

(31:02) It’s possible that the Stanley Cup Finals could follow the same blueprint of the NBA Finals as the home team is up 2-0, going on the road to see if they can take a commanding series lead. That’s what’s in front of the Florida Panthers as they head up to Edmonton. Could the Oilers get a critical Game 3 to get themselves back into this Cup Final?

(36:36) As a huge baseball fan, I think I’ve found out that the Kansas City Royals are pretenders as they’ve been beaten up by the Yankees over the past three days. Can they save face and salvage the series today? What’s going on in Atlanta as the Braves have hit the skids recently? I’ll peek at the schedule this weekend, where you have an ENORMOUS series in Baltimore when the NL leading Phillies come to town.

(48:10) The third golf major of the year is underway as the US Open will be in our consciousness over the next four days. I’ll preview what to expect, how the golf course will play out and who I think’ll win the tournament!Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

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ESPN/FOX Sports Kacy Standohar On Her Unconventional Journey In Sports Media, The Pressures Of Being A Sideline Reporter, A Top Heavy MLB, Caitlin Clark & More!

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Joining me on the latest episode of The JAYREELZ Podcast is sideline reporter for ESPN, FOX Sports and The Big East Network, Kacy Standohar. Over the course of an hour plus, we’ll unpack her journey in the media, where you’ll be rather surprised not only on how it started, but how far she’s come? It’s a story that I, and many people out there trying to make a name for themselves, can relate. We’ll get a behind the scenes look of what it’s like to be on the sidelines and the pressures of getting information in real time to broadcast to a wide audience. We’ll touch on the current state of baseball, get into a little NBA & Stanley Cup Playoffs talk, the recent events surrounding Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark and much more!

I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I had with the inspirational, engaging and effervescent, Kacy Standohar.

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Will Mavericks Halt Celtics Run To Title? Panthers Thwart Oiler Offense With GM 2 Tonight! Why Dodgers-Yankees Was BIG For MLB? Alcaraz Earns French! Scheffler Momentum For US Open

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Pumped up and ready for another exciting week of content as THREE podcasts are on deck over the next four days. I’ll set the stage for what’s taken place and what to expect in the world of sports as the first pod is here. On deck:

(4:10) There’s some housekeeping in order as a new vlog is up on my YouTube channel, titled ‘I AM new media.’ It details the difference between new media vs. old media and my experience as a member of the new media. I unpack a lot and even call out a couple of new media members in the process. Plus, I have a special guest on tap for Wednesday as FOX Sports, ESPN & Big East Network sideline reporter, Kacy Standohar joins me to discuss her unconventional path in this business, her future, as well as, what’s going on in sports?

(6:24) The Boston Celtics are two wins away from winning their 18th championship in NBA history. Game 3 is Wednesday in Dallas. Will the Mavericks find a way to get back in the series? Or will the Celtics be one win away from back to back sweeps in the postseason? Also, is UCONN coach Dan Hurley going to announce whether or not he’ll be the next coach of the LA Lakers?

(24:01) The Florida Panthers have drawn first blood in the Stanley Cup Finals shutting out the high octane Edmonton Oilers offense, 3-0 in Game 1. I’ll explain how tonight’s Game 2 is a must for the Oilers if they have any chance of winning the Cup Final?

(30:04) A playoff atmosphere was in the Bronx over the weekend as the Dodgers visited the Yankees in a possible World Series preview. Why I thought and made this three game set a big deal? I’ll touch on the London Series between the Mets-Phillies. I’ll peek at the upcoming schedule this week as the Yankees visit Kansas City for four games starting tonight. The struggling Braves will go to Baltimore, while the Phillies visit Boston as there are plenty of interleague games this week. I’ll chime in with my over/under win totals to date which look very average at this point.

(46:33) Carlos Alcaraz is your French Open winner, coming from behind in both the semifinal and final to win his third major tournament. On the women’s side, Iga Swiatek won her third straight and fourth in five years at Roland Garros to show why she’s the number one women’s player in the world. How will she fare at Wimbledon next month?

(51:37) The Belmont Stakes had Dornoch win the final leg of horse racing’s third major race of the last six weeks.

(53:12) Scottie Scheffler won at The Memorial yesterday, (his fifth win on the Tour this year) with the US Open set to tee off on Thursday. Is he primed to win another major?

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NBA & Stanley Cup Finals Preview BONANZA! Lakers Lure UCONN Coach? Dodgers-Yankees Showdown In The Bronx. Novak Withdraws From French/Swiatek Dominant. RIP Larry Allen. Belmont 'NO' Stakes

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With the Finals on the horizon for both the NBA & NHL, I’m just getting started to discuss that and ALL that’s happening in sports in a jam packed podcast. On deck:

(4:15) The NBA Finals commences tonight. Boston is looking for Banner 18, after coming up short two years ago. While Dallas and their two headed monster of a backcourt (Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving) are chomping at the bit to bring a title back to Dallas. I’ll have a complete breakdown and predict who’ll hoist the Lawrence O’Brien Trophy when it’s all said and done. Some breaking news coming out of LA has the Lakers making a massive push to lure UConn coach Danny Hurley to Hollywood. Could he possibly take the leap from college to the pros?

(30:54) On Saturday night, hockey will have the sports stage as the Stanley Cup Finals will drop the puck in Game 1 between the Edmonton Oilers-Florida Panthers. I’ll tap in with analysis on what the Panthers will do to slow down Connor McDavid & co. And what will the Oilers deploy to attack the defensive schemes of the Panthers? Could this be a long series? Short series?

(41:27) MLB has had an interesting week with some solid matchups that have been anything but (MIL-PHI, KC-CLE) but I and a bunch of baseball/sports fans are looking forward to the heavyweight matchup in the Bronx this weekend between the LA Dodgers-NY Yankees. I’ll go through the history of this rivalry dating back to the days where the Dodgers played in Brooklyn. There’s also a London Series taking place on Saturday & Sunday as the NY Mets-Philadelphia will face off against one another.

(55:47) Novak Djokovic had to withdraw from the French Open due to a knee injury. Is it set for Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz to secure their first ever French title? On the women’s side, Iga Swiatek is seeking her third straight and four out of five after disposing of Coco Gauff in the semifinals in straight sets.

(1:00:13) Some sad news in the world of the NFL as all time great, Hall of Fame guard Larry Allen passed away on Monday at the age of 52. Christian McCaffrey gets a two year extension through 2027. What about CeeDee Lamb? He’s searching a big payday, but stayed away from OTA’s this week. Will they meet eye to eye before kickoff in September?

(1:06:22) The Belmont Stakes will conclude the horse racing season this Saturday as Derby winner Mystik Dan and Preakness champ Seize the Gray will go up against favorite Sierra Leone up in Saratoga, NY and not Belmont Park.

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Oilers Gush To Cup Finals! Kyrie/Luka, KP Lead NBA Finals Headlines. Judge/Yankees On Tear, But The Reality Is? A Record Non QB NFL Contract! Novak Wins In Wee Hours. WHAT? The End For Dustin Poirier?

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June is in full bloom and so is the latest podcast as the sports world has the following to offer:

(4:12) Big picture on Stanley Cup Finals run for Edmonton & Florida with storylines (Oilers Connor McDavid’s first Cup. Panthers appear in back to back), with many more leading into Game 1.

(26:26) Same look for NBA Finals matchup between Dallas & Boston as Kyrie Irving’s return to Boston, Luka’s first Finals dance, Kristaps Porzingis’s health and revenge lead a few of the top headlines heading into Game 1 on Thursday night.

(46:34) The New York Yankees are on a roll. Aaron Judge has been crushing it, as well as, Juan Soto. Giancarlo Stanton has performed better this year than last. Ace Gerrit Cole will throw a rehab game tomorrow as he tries to get back in the rotation. But the reality is? How will the Yankees handle Soto’s contract demands and negotiations? What’s in the minor leagues? Also, remember who your manager is! Also, some key injuries in the sport. Darryl Strawberry’s number retirement and a look at the schedule over the early part of the week

(1:04:38) A record setting contract to a non-QB took place earlier this morning as Justin Jefferson re-ups with the Vikings for $110M guaranteed.

(1:07:21) Novak Djokovic wins late in the wee hours on Sunday (3:07am to be exact) Why is this acceptable? Can this be changed? Rearranging the start times to avoid such late conclusions of these matches?

(1:10:52) UFC’s Dustin Poirier falls short of earning the lightweight belt as he loses to Islam Makhachov Saturday night. Is this the beginning of the end for the legendary fighter?

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T-wolves Primed For 7 Game Push? Celtics On Ice Until Finals. NHL Conf Finals Drama As Series Tied At 2? Negro League Add Stats To MLB Record Books. Time To Blow Up The Mets! Światek Scare At French

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Wrapping up another month of high octane sports talk and a rant you won’t wanna miss as the latest podcast is here. On deck:

(4:10) One team has punched their ticket to the NBA Finals (Boston Celtics). We’re still waiting for the other as the Minnesota Timberwolves kept their season alive with a Game 4 win in Dallas? Will the T-wolves extend the series to six? Dare I say, seven games? I’ll recap the Celtics Game 4 win over Indiana as they’ll have a ten day layoff before the start of the Finals next Thursday.

(19:15) The Stanley Cup Conference Finals have a lot of juice as both series are even at two games apiece. First up, the Panthers clawed back to even the series with a pivotal Game 5 at MSG tonight. Who’ll end up as the East Champs as this could end up being a classic Final? Out West, the Edmonton Oilers continue their unpredictable march as they lost Game 3 after being up 2-0 in the first period. In Game 4, the Oilers came back from a 2-0 deficit to tie the series. What can we possibly expect from a team that is a chameleon from one game to the next? Could it go seven games?

(30:37) MLB has implemented the statistics from the Negro Leagues to be a part of baseball moving forward. Why I think that was the right thing for the sport to do? I’ll get into another strange interference call in last night’s Yankees-Angels game. And I’ll continue my assault from Monday’s podcast to put to rest the 2024 New York Mets. Who’s at fault? What do I think the front office, ownership should do to this underachieving, embarrassing team? It’s a rant that comes straight from the heart and gut being a diehard Met fan.

(55:01) #1 women’s player Iga Światek survived a scare from Naomi Osaka in the second round of the French Open as she came back from a 5-2 deficit in the third set to win 7-5. Was it fair for Osaka to meet Swiatek this early in the tournament?

(57:29) There’s a UFC lightweight championship at stake on Saturday night as Dustin Poirier will go up against Islam Makhachev. Is there a Poirier-Conor McGregor bout somewhere down the road?

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