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Shootin’ the Breeze // Alex Barth Joins The Show - 8/31 (Hour 3)
August 31, 2022 14:14 - 1 hour - 31.3 MB- Shootin’ the breeze Alex Barth covers the New England Patriots for 985thesportshub.com and joins the show - Fred rightfully believes Travis Barker sucks CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Chase for the Superstar // The Stack - 8/31 (Hour 4)
August 31, 2022 14:14 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MB- Fred asks why wouldn’t sports fans want their teams to go after a superstar player/athlete. - THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Did Fred Get Ripped Off? // Troubleshooting The New Studio - 8/31 (Hour 2)
August 31, 2022 14:13 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB- Fred feels like he may have been scammed by someone he thought worked at a major cable company. Plus the guys continue to share their thoughts on the new space. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Toucher, Wallach & Lockhart LIVE From Waltham // What Happened Last Night - 08/31 (Hour 1)
August 31, 2022 14:13 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBFred, Wallach and Lockhart crack the mics at the Sports Hub’s brand new studios in Waltham. WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Nick Gordon hit his first career grand slam and drove in a career-high six runs, Jake Cave and Gary Sánchez also homered and lift the Minnesota Twins to a 10-5 win over the Boston Red Sox. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The S...
Red Sox Drop Opener to Twins // Red Sox Mistakes // Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora - 8/30
August 30, 2022 22:55 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB(0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones open The Baseball Hour discussing the Red Sox struggles and who is to blame. (13:49) Looking at the Red Sox mistakes in their loss to the Twins. (24:28) Final thoughts from Mazz.
Resetting Bedard’s Patriots Thoughts // Patriots Offense // The Final Word - 8/30 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2022 22:15 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(0:00) Resetting thoughts on what Greg Bedard had to say about the Patriots. (9:06) More thoughts on the Patriots. (23:13) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed. (35:32) The final word!
Patriots Thoughts // Red Sox Struggles Continue // Caller Reaction - 8/30 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2022 21:22 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MB(0:00) Final thoughts from Greg Bedard on the Patriots. (12:31) The callers weigh in on the Patriots. (23:20) The Red Sox struggles continued last night in Minnesota. (29:19) More on the Patriots and Red Sox.
Greg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal // 10 questions with Bedard // Caller Reaction - 8/30 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2022 20:40 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MB(0:00) The callers weigh in on all things Patriots. (14:00) 10 questions with Greg Bedard. (26:29) More of 10 questions with Bedard! (32:02) The callers weigh in on the Patriots!
Terrance Mitchell Cut // Does The Patriots Personnel Fit New Scheme? // Today’s Takeaway - 8/30 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2022 19:34 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by reacting to Terrance Mitchell being cut by the Patriots. (10:21) We dive into whether the Patriots personnel fits their new scheme. (19:49) The guys discuss what they’re looking forward to in the 2022 Channel Media & Market Research New England Sports Survey. (30:49) Today’s Takeaways.
Greg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal // 3 Up and 3 Down // Patriots Offensive Line - 8/30 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2022 19:21 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Adam Jones are joined by Greg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal and open the show discussing the Patriots. (11:52) Looking at the Patriots offensive line. (25:20) 3 up and 3 down with Greg Bedard. (32:04) More thoughts on the Patriots.
Patriots Clear #3 In the AFC East? // Julian Edelman Fuels Comeback Rumors // Is This Classic Bill Belichick? - 8/30 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2022 18:02 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by going back and forth on whether the Patriots are the clear #3 in the AFC East. (10:14) We react to Julian Edelman continuing to fuel comeback rumors. (23:11) The crew dives into Mike Lombardi arguing that Bill Belichick’s handling of the coaching staff hasn’t changed. (31:21) We touch on Scott V. Spina Jr. being charged for selling fraudulent Tom Brady Super Bowl rings.
Mike Riley and Revolution Defender DeJuan Jones
August 30, 2022 17:34 - 11 minutes - 5.49 MBMike "Sarge" Riley chats with Revolution Defender DeJuan Jones ahead of New England's home match with Chicago Fire FC Wednesday Night 7:30pm at Gillette Stadium Jones and the club are coming off a 2-1 loss at the hands of the LA Galaxy and if the post-season were to start today the Revs would be looking in from the outside. With seven matches remaining and four at home, Jones and the club will go for a much needed three points this Wednesday. DeJuan also discusses the REVS BACK TO SCHOO...
Mike Reiss Calls In // Do Bill Belichick And Tom Brady Need Each Other? // Zo’s Intern Story - 8/30 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2022 16:25 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour with Mike Reiss of ESPN joining the shows, as he touches on the outlook of the Patriots heading into Week 1, Mac Jones’ performance against the Raiders, and the sensitivity to questions about the offense. (14:57) We react to Tom E. Curran believing that Tom Brady and Bill Belichick need each other after seeing where things stand for both sides. (23:24) The crew goes back and forth on the Patriots having no players in the ESPN Top 100 and Tom B...
Chaim and Cora Staying Put // Jimmy G Restructured // Sox Core Players // Has Mac Peaked? - 8/30 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2022 15:16 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand react to Red Sox president Sam Kennedy reaffirming the team’s faith in Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora next season (14:00) Jimmy Garoppolo is staying in San Francisco after restructuring his contract to make him the highest paid backup QB in the NFL (26:30) How many “core guys” has Chaim Bloom brought to Boston during his tenure? (33:15) At least one unnamed NFL exec believes that Patriots QB Mac Jones has already peaked.
WWE Clash at the Castle Preview
August 30, 2022 14:11 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBJames Stewart and Mike Riley preview WWE's Clash at the Castle featuring Roman Reigns defending the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Drew McIntyre. Are Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn setting up to defeat the Usos for the WWE Tag Team Championships? Will Theory cash in his money in the bank contract this weekend? -- Follow the show on Twitter: @WrestleCast985 -- Follow James Stewart on Twitter: @IAamJamesStewart -- Follow Mike Riley on Twitter: @Sarge985
Chris Rock Say NO to Host Oscars // The Stack - 8/30 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2022 13:57 - 43 minutes - 20 MBChris Rock says no to hosting the Oscars. Aaron Judge hits 50th home run. Fred thinks the Red Sox should try to get him. THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Belichick vs. 1st & 2nd Year Coaches // Best New England Clam Shack// NFL Cutdown Day - 8/30 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2022 13:41 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(00:00) Bill Belichick vs. 1st & 2nd year coaches (18:26) Best clam shacks in New England (35:06) NFl cut down day is today. Buffalo Bills release punter Matt Araiza in wake of gang-rape lawsuit. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Fred’s Bubbling Gross Foot // The Athletics Chad Graff - 8/30 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2022 13:17 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(00:00) Fred’s foot has gotten worse and he’s becoming nervous. (16:35) Chad Graff covers the New England Patriots for theAthletic.com and joins Toucher & Rich. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Fred, Wallach & Joe Murray // What Happened Last Night // Red Sox’s Long List of Ruining Players - 8/30 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2022 13:09 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(00:00) It’s officially the last day of the Sports Hub broadcasting from Dorchester. (11:44) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Sam Kennedy, Red Sox president and CEO, said the team is not planning to cut ties with either Bloom or manager Alex Cora. Gio Urshela's 3-run double sends Twins over the Red Sox, 4-2. Joe believes the Red Sox have already ruined Brayan Bello. During the commercial break, Joe has compiled a list of players the Sox have ruined this season. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitte...
The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 03:21 - 8 minutes - 3.76 MBIn case you missed anything, the reset gets you all caught up
The Dong Report - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 03:12 - 11 minutes - 5.5 MBThe Dong Report goes over all the home runs hit in MLB tonight
McCarthyism w/ Matt McCarthy - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 02:09 - 11 minutes - 5.49 MBMatt McCarthy has beef with a certain group of pet owners
Alex Barth - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 01:36 - 13 minutes - 6.07 MBAlex Barth joins the show to talk about the Patriots heading into the regular season
Game of Jones: Marketplace Monday - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 01:21 - 10 minutes - 5.05 MBIt's a Marketplace Monday on the Game of Jones with Christian Arcand and Matt McCarthy
Red Sox Rumblings // Who Could Sign Xander Bogaerts? // Today’s Takeaway - 8/29 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2022 00:53 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by discussing the outlook of the Red Sox after taking 2 out of 3 from the Rays. (15:34) We touch on whether Chaim Bloom needs to be fired and if the Patriots could change their offense back before the season starts. (24:04) The guys ponder where Xander Bogaerts could sign this offseason. (36:08) Today’s Takeaways.
Is Chaim Bloom on the Hot Seat? - 8/29/22
August 30, 2022 00:24 - 13 minutes - 6.17 MBChristian Arcand and Matt McCarthy break down the latest Red Sox news regarding the status of the front office for the Sox
The State of the Patriots After the Preseason - 8/29/22
August 29, 2022 23:30 - 11 minutes - 5.26 MBChristian Arcand and Matt McCarthy are concerned about the Patriots heading into the regular season
Rich Hill’s Impressive Start // Mazz Looking Forward to the Pitch Clock // Cora and Bloom Returning in 2023 – 8/29/2022
August 29, 2022 23:12 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB(0:00) Mazz and Adam Jones start Monday’s edition of the baseball hour talking about Rich Hill’s impressive performance over the weekend. (15:10) Chaim Bloom’s future with the Red Sox is discussed with an interesting quote from the Jared Carrabis podcast about his job security potentially being in jeopardy. (24:30) Mazz and Adam Jones react to the breaking news from Ken Rosenthal that Chaim Bloom and Alex Cora will both be returning to the Red Sox in 2023. (33:10) The Red Sox pitching s...
Patriots AFC East Outlook // Mac Jones’ Leadership // The Final Word – 8/29/2022 9Hour 4)
August 29, 2022 22:19 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) The Patriots offense and scheme changes are compared to the Dolphins offseason changes. (15:10) Mac Jones’ frustration on Friday night is revisited with calls coming in. (24:50) Calls come in on all the topics for the day. (35:10) The final word with Adam Jones.
Patriots Offense Sputtering // Joe Judge and Matt Patricia’s Comments // Belichick’s Postgame Comments – 8/29/2022 (Hour 3)
August 29, 2022 21:19 - 1 hour - 28 MB(0:00) The Patriots-Raiders preseason game is revisited with how well Jarrett Stidham played. (14:50) Matt Patricia and Joe Judge’s roles with the offense continue to be discussed with calls coming in. (24:30) Belichick’s postgame comments about the team leaving it all on the practice field are revisited with calls coming in. (34:10) Calls come in on the Patriots and the concern level of fans.
Mac Jones’ Preseason Performance // Patriots Players Frustration Boiling Over – 8/29/2022 (Hour 2)
August 29, 2022 20:20 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB(0:00) Felger, Mazz and Adam Jones start the second hour of the show discussing Mac Jones preseason performance as a whole and how it doesn’t seem that he’s progressing. (14:10) The Patriots offensive struggles are discussed with calls coming in. (25:30) Mac Jones’ frustration on the sidelines is brought up, is this a concerning sign before the season has even started? (33:50) Calls come in on the Patriots coaching staff and Mac Jones’ frustration.
Re-Entry Monday // Patriots-Raiders Recap // Mac Jones’ Attitude – 8/29/2022 (Hour 1)
August 29, 2022 19:22 - 41 minutes - 19.3 MB(0:00) Felger, Mazz and Adam Jones start Mondays show discussing the Patriots final preseason game against the Raiders and how the team still looks dysfunctional heading into the regular season. (15:10) Mac Jones attitude and poor performance during the preseason are discussed with calls coming in. (24:50) Bill Belichick’s postgame comments about the team “leaving it out on the practice field” are discussed with calls coming in. (33:10) Calls come in on the Patriots dysfunction.
Mac Jones Frustration Is Building // Panic Time For Patriots? /// Mac Jones Second year Leap On Hold? - 8/29 (Hour 3)
August 29, 2022 17:51 - 34 minutes - 16 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by questioning whether Mac Jones’ frustration during the preseason is something to be concerned about. (:) We question whether it's time to panic about the Patriots. (:) The crew questions whether Mac Jones’ second year leap is on hold after his struggles during the preseason. (:) We discuss 98.5 The Sports Hub officially changing studios to the new building on Wednesday,
Zo On Allegiant Stadium // Tom Brady Doesn’t Look Refreshed // Bruce Cassidy Opens Up About Firing - 8/29 (Hour 2)
August 29, 2022 16:39 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour with Zo giving his thoughts on Allegiant Stadium after calling his first game there. (9:59) We react to Tom Brady’s comments about his time away from the Bucs. (26:28) The crew goes back and forth on Bruce Cassidy continuing to speak out about being fired from the Bruins. (38:18) We touch on Danilo Gallinari tearing his meniscus and what it means for the Celtics.
Takeaways From Patriots-Raiders // Time To Scrap The New Offense? // Zo’s Vegas Commute - 8/29 (Hour 1)
August 29, 2022 16:35 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show by discussing their takeaways from the preseason finale between the Patriots and Raiders. (11:54) We go back and forth on whether it’s time for the Patriots to scrap their new offense. (24:09) The crew dives into 53-man roster projections and the outlook for some of the bubble guys on the roster. (32:32) We touch on Zo’s commute in Vegas and the highlights of his work trip last week.
Danillo Gallinari Injury // Two Air France Pilots Fighting in Cockpit // The Stack - 8/29 (Hour 4)
August 29, 2022 13:57 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB(00:00) Danillo Gallinari tore his meniscus in a FIBA World Cup qualifying game. How long will he have to sit out? And, who on the Celtics will fill Gallinari’s minutes? (15:01) Airports should be strictly business, according to Fred. Also, two Air France pilots were suspended after fighting each other in the cockpit. (28:28) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twit...
Mac Jones Expectations // Andrew Callahan Joins the Program // Bald Eagle Goes Through Charlotte Airport TSA - 8/29 (Hour 3)
August 29, 2022 13:21 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB(00:00) Mac Jones had an impressive rookie year. Will he continue with this momentum or hit a sophomore slump? (14:24) Andrew Callahan (@_AndrewCallahan) of the Boston Herald joins the program to discuss the Patriots. (26:30) A bald eagle was spotted going through TSA at Charlotte Airport—a place Fred isn’t particularly fond of.
Patriots vs Raiders Recap // Dating Advice - 8/29 (Hour 2)
August 29, 2022 12:19 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(00:00) Fred, Wallach and Murray open the second hour of the show by continuing their discussion on the Patriots. (27:20) Joe Murray has been doing a show with Leroy Irvin, HOT 96.9, on the weekends. A conversation about the dating world and the problems that come with it starts. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & RICH Twitter: @Toucherandrich | @fredtoucher | @KenGriffeyRules Instagram: @Toucherandrichofficial | @fredtoucher Twitch: twitch.tv/thesportshub 98.5 The Sports Hub: Website ...
What Happened Last Night // Rays Pound Pivetta // Patriots Shaky Against Raiders - 8/29 (Hour 1)
August 29, 2022 11:26 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB(00:00) Happy Monday! Fred, Wallach and Murray open the program. (13:27) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Boston Red Sox lost to Tampa Bay Rays Sunday afternoon, 12-4, and failed to secure a sweep in the final game of series. Nick Pivetta struggled against the Rays, giving up five runs over five innings. Red Sox also designated two relievers for assignment—Hirokazu Sawamura and Austin Davis. (30:16) New England Patriots dropped their final preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders, 23-6. Mac...
Christian Arcand: Patriots Expectations // Mike D’Abate Joins the Show // Arcand Makes it Rain - 8/28/2022 (Hour 3)
August 28, 2022 17:10 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) Arcand starts the final hour of this week’s Sunday service continuing to talk all things Patriots as calls come in. (15:30) Mike D’Abate who covers the Patriots for Sports Illustrated joins the show to talk Patriots-Raiders, the patriots preseason as a whole and his expectations headed into the season. (29:10) Arcand wraps up the Sunday service talking about his weekend making it rain at the Marshfield fair and calls come in.
Christian Arcand: Bill Belichick’s Postgame Comments // Patriots Roster Construction // Belichick Succession Plan - 8/28/2022 (Hour 2)
August 28, 2022 16:18 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MB(0:00) Christian Arcand starts the second hour of today’s Sunday service with Bill Belichicks very out of character postgame comments on Friday saying the team didn’t play well in the game because they left it all out on the practice field. (15:10) What is the Patriots succession plan post Belichick? Arcand gives his thoughts on what he thinks it is and what it means for the Patriots long term. (24:50) Calls come in on the Belichick succession plan and the Patriots future. (35:10) Arcand...
Christian Arcand: Patriots-Raiders Recap // Patriots Offense Continuing to Struggle // Mac Jones’ Struggles - 8/28/2022 (Hour 1)
August 28, 2022 15:14 - 48 minutes - 22.1 MB(0:00) Christian Arcand starts this week’s edition of the Sunday service with the Patriots-Raiders preseason game on Friday night and how the Patriots still seem out of sorts headed into the regular season. (15:30) Mac Jones play on Friday night and his relationship with Joe Judge is discussed. (26:10) The Patriot-Raiders game continues to be discussed with calls coming in. (33:50) Arcand wraps up the first hour of the Sunday service with his thoughts on the Patriots preseason as a whole...
Mike Riley and Revs Midfielder Matt Polster
August 27, 2022 12:49 - 14 minutes - 6.54 MBMike "Sarge" Riley chats with Revolution Midfielder Matt Polster ahead of New England's three-game home stand at Gillette Stadium starting SUNDAY 8pm vs. LA Galaxy Polster just signed a contract extension with the Revs to remain with the club until the 2025 season, and now with only a handful of games left he and the team are in the thick of the Eastern Conference standings trying to punch a ticket to the post-season. -- Follow the show on Twitter: @SoccerCast96 -- Follow Mike Riley on ...
Greg Bedard Reacts to Patriots-Raiders with the Murrays
August 27, 2022 05:05 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBBoston Sports Journal's Greg Bedard joins the Murray boys for a postmortem on the Pats' preseason finale
The Fill In Games (Full Version) 8/25/22
August 27, 2022 01:16 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBMatt McCarthy and Tim McKone play the 'Fill-In Games.' Who Am I? 15 Highest Career Earning MLB Players of All Time
Bill Belichick Chats with Scott Zolak Ahead of Patriots-Raiders
August 27, 2022 00:10 - 5 minutes - 2.39 MBScott Zolak's exclusive gameday pregame interview with Bill Belichick ahead of the final preseason game in Las Vegas.
Paul Perillo Previews Patriots-Raiders with Beetle & Gasper
August 26, 2022 23:23 - 8 minutes - 3.89 MBPaul Perillo of Patriots.com joins Beetle and Gasper to preview Pats-Raiders in the preseason finale.
Alex Barth Looks Ahead to Patriots' Final Preseason Tuneup
August 26, 2022 23:17 - 6 minutes - 3.15 MBAlex Barth of 98.5 The Sports Hub stops by with Beetle and Gasper to look ahead to the Pats' final preseason tuneup against the Raiders.
Bob Socci Sets the Scene for the Patriots' Preseason Finale
August 26, 2022 23:15 - 8 minutes - 3.8 MBSports Hub Patriots play-by-play man Bob Socci joins the guys from the broadcast booth to preview the Patriots-Raiders preseason finale.
Albert Breer Goes Across the NFL on Patriots Preview
August 26, 2022 23:13 - 12 minutes - 5.6 MBAlbert Breer of The MMQB joins Beetle and Gasper to talk Patriots and other topics across the NFL ahead of the final preseason game.