Épisodes

  • MLB Pitchers Look to Make History

    MLB Pitchers Look to Make History
    Sep 16 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura marvel as Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes emerges as baseball's newest phenom, 65 years after Sandy Koufax's perfect game against the Cubs. Can he sustain his Koufax-like dominance? Is Aroldis Chapman's streak of retiring 50 consecutive batters, which finally ended when Oakland's Shea Langeliers connected for a double, one for the history books? Will Pete Carroll's proven turnaround magic work in the Raiders' matchup against the Chargers, despite Las Vegas being three-point underdogs? And as UCLA faces New Mexico at the Rose Bowl, is this game a critical test for coach DeShaun Foster?
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    17 min
  • Global Expansion vs Friday Night Lights

    Global Expansion vs Friday Night Lights
    Sep 10 2025
    Fred, Art, Laura, and Matthew join the debate over the NFL’s scheduling conflicts with high school football as the league expands globally with Friday's Chiefs-Chargers game in São Paulo, Brazil. Should international growth override traditional Friday night protections? LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer faces potential sanctions for allegedly circumventing salary cap rules to pay Kawhi Leonard an extra $28 million through a sham sponsorship deal. Will there be serious penalties? And as Buffalo's Sean McDermott enters Sunday's Ravens matchup carrying seven playoff losses, while UCLA's DeShaun Foster is under scrutiny after a 43-10 defeat, can either coach overcome their recent struggles?
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    17 min
  • It’s That Time Again!

    It’s That Time Again!
    Sep 3 2025
    Fred, Art, and Laura are concerned about college football’s future as the sport returns with a packed weekend. Has the transfer portal and NIL fundamentally changed the emotional connection between fans and constantly shifting players? Will expanding the College Football Playoff from 12 to potentially 28 teams destroy the traditional bowl system and regular season significance? Can Ohio State overcome its inexperienced defense and untested quarterback Julian Sayin against Texas and Arch Manning in Saturday's marquee Columbus showdown? And should players receive direct compensation from the $4 million schools earn per playoff victory, as Nick Saban suggests?
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    18 min
  • Padres Surge Past Dodgers in NL West Race

    Padres Surge Past Dodgers in NL West Race
    Aug 20 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised to see the San Diego Padres overtaking the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West, after the Blue Crew lost a nine-game lead. Can San Diego capture its first championship in decades? Will Max Muncy continue to lead the offense for the Dodgers? Should superstars agree to reduced salaries to help teams afford roster-boosting players? And as the sports world mourns the loss of Hall-of-Famer Lionel Taylor, will the news of Jerry Jones’ battle with melanoma spur players to heed the dangers of sun exposure?
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    18 min
  • Are MLB Rankings Accurate?

    Are MLB Rankings Accurate?
    Aug 13 2025
    Fred, Art, and Laura debate the MLB power rankings, showing the New York Mets at seventh and the Yankees at 12th despite both teams' pitching struggles and Aaron Judge's stint on the IL. Can either team recover? The Milwaukee Brewers lead while the Dodgers climb to second, but will L.A. pitchers stay healthy? Chargers tackle Rashawn Slater's season-ending patellar tendon injury after signing a $113 million deal begs the question: Should NFL starters be benched in preseason games? And are complex subscription requirements driving fans away from sports, as confusion mounts amid ESPN's NFL Media acquisition and streaming platform shifts?
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    21 min
  • The NFL’s Devastating Health Crisis

    The NFL’s Devastating Health Crisis
    Aug 5 2025
    Fred, Art, and Mark worry about the mounting CTE plight affecting NFL stars like Junior Seau, Demaryius Thomas, and Aaron Hernandez, raising questions about the league's responsibility to care for affected players. Can football survive if parents withdraw children from the sport as safety concerns grow? Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred's failed salary cap pitch to Phillies’ Bryce Harper exposed the sport's power dynamics. With such a strong players’ union, will baseball ever implement spending limits? And with the MLB pursuing gimmicks like 150,000-fan games at Bristol Speedway and in-game player interviews, are these innovations attracting young fans or alienating traditionalists?
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    15 min
  • ICE Raids Impact High School Athletics

    ICE Raids Impact High School Athletics
    Jul 29 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are shocked at the immigration enforcement disrupting Southern California high school sports as three schools report athletes skipping practice and parents avoiding games. Should sports facilities be considered sanctuary spaces for student-athletes? The Pittsburgh Pirates face trade deadline decisions involving ace Paul Skenes and top prospect Konnor Griffin, but will they trade generational talent like Skenes for immediate help? Professional basketball is struggling with fan engagement, with the WNBA demanding higher pay amid financial losses. And where are today's charismatic superstars like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird to bolster declining NBA ratings?
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    19 min
  • Redemption Story Highlight of the British Open

    Redemption Story Highlight of the British Open
    Jul 22 2025
    Fred, Art, and Laura applaud Scottie Scheffler’s British Open triumph while marveling over golf's redemptive power in Australian golfer Ryan Peake's remarkable journey from federal prison to major championship qualification. Could his story inspire other struggling athletes? The NFL's decision to stream all Christmas games exclusively raises concerns about pricing out working-class fans, as Commissioner Roger Goodell’s salary skyrockets. Will the organization alienate its core audience? And after the WNBA All-Star Game faced a projected 35-40 percent viewership drop without injured rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, can the league protect their star from increasingly aggressive targeting from opponents?
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    19 min