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Misunderstanding Cost Cam Newton? // J.C. Jackson Ready For The Challenge? // Phil Perry Joins The Show - 8/31 (Hour 3)
August 31, 2021 18:10 - 41 minutes - 19 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the third hour by reacting to Colin Cowherd's report on Cam Newton being released, as we continue to discuss Mac Jones' future as the starting quarterback. (10:54) Calls come in on the Patriots picking Jones to be QB1, Dave Andrews not playing in the final preseason game, and why Bill Belichick chose to cut Newton. (22:30) A caller sparks a conversation about whether J.C. Jackson is ready to be a #1 corner and if Jones should've been handled like Patrick Mahomes ...
Stephon Gilmore Placed On PUP List // Cam Newton Responds On Social Media // Frustration With Gilmore, Patriots - 8/31 (Hour 2)
August 31, 2021 17:25 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by reacting to Stephon Gilmore being placed on the PUP list, and whether it has a connection to the Patriots moving on from Cam Newton. (12:42) Calls come in on the Patriots quarterback depth and Mac Jones now being slated to face the Bucs, before diving into whether Bill Belichick was being cold-blooded by moving on from Newton. (22:39) We react to Newton's response on social media to being cut, and Kyle Shanahan being bothered by Mac Jones' succ...
Cam Newton Released // Reasons Newton Was Let Go // Fully Over Jimmy Garoppolo? - 8/31 (Hour 1)
August 31, 2021 15:36 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MB(0:00) Just a few minutes into Zolak & Bertrand, we react to the breaking news that the Patriots have released Cam Newton. (24:07) The crew reacts to the reported reasons for the Patriots letting go of Newton and going with Mac Jones. (31:58) We discuss whether a Jimmy Garoppolo reunion still makes any sense for the Patriots, with Newton now out of the picture.
Will Brinson from CBS Sports // The Stack - 8/31 (Hour 4)
August 31, 2021 15:29 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB(00:00) Will Brinson covers everything NFL and joins the show for his weekly segment. (22:44) THE STACK Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Belichick’s Roster Management // Mac Jones’ First Endorsement - 8/31 (Hour 3)
August 31, 2021 13:59 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB(00:00) MORE conspiracy theories. What’s the status of Stephon Gilmore? Will he be on the active roster today? (11:27) Belichick should be embarrassed of his roster management during the past few seasons. (23:58) He might not be the starter, but Mac Jones has an endorsement! (34:47) There’s a poop problem up the street from the radio station.
Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan // Patriots Conspiracy Theory - 8/31 (Hour 2)
August 31, 2021 13:54 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB(00:00) Tom E Curran and Phil Perry still believe Mac Jones has a shot to be the starter in week 1. (11:44) Andrew Callahan covers the New England Patriots for the Boston Herald and joins the show. (34:58) “Patriots Conspiracy Theories” Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Jones, Wallach and Joe Murray // What Happened Last Night - 8/31 (Hour 1)
August 31, 2021 13:53 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB(00:00) Adam Jones, Jon Wallach and Joe Murray are filling in while Fred and Rich are away from vacation. The station was evacuated yesterday due to a gas leak. (14:07) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Red Sox lost to the Tampa Bay Rays, 6-1. Will we ever find out who the starting quarterback is? Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 8/30/21
August 31, 2021 03:18 - 7 minutes - 3.55 MBIf you missed any part of the show, the Reset gets you all caught up!
The Dong Report - 8/30/21
August 31, 2021 03:09 - 13 minutes - 6.13 MBMatt McCarthy and Tim McKone get you caught up on all the homers hit in the MLB on Monday night!
The McKone Zone – 8/30/2021
August 31, 2021 02:09 - 9 minutes - 4.63 MBOn tonight’s edition of the McKone zone, Tim discusses a possibly fake high school that apparently duped its way into playing on ESPN
Game of Jones: Buy or Sell Monday – 08/30/21
August 31, 2021 01:11 - 11 minutes - 5.26 MBOn this edition of Buy or Sell Monday, Tim McKone asks Matt McCarthy about the Patriots, NFL preseason, sports gambling, and more
Patriots Draft Class/Roster
August 31, 2021 00:48 - 9 minutes - 4.42 MBMcCarthy and McKone discuss Patriots players/rookies who have shined during training camp/preseason and who will possibly be cut.
Patriots QB Competition Wasn’t Real
August 30, 2021 23:30 - 11 minutes - 5.42 MBMatt McCarthy and Tim McKone are in on a Monday night for Jones and Arcand. They open the show discussing Cam Newton vs Mac Jones and if there was even a competition at all during training camp.
Red Sox Bullpen Struggles // Are The Tampa Bay Rays Ruining Baseball ? // Red Sox COVID Issues – 8/30/2021
August 30, 2021 23:05 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MB(0:00) Mazz and Joe Murray start Monday’s show talking about the Red Sox loss yesterday to the Indians and their upcoming series against the Rays (15:45) The Tamps Bay Rays have been a model organization for years but is their model ruining baseball? (25:30) The Red Sox COVID issues continue to pile up with Martin Perez being added to the COVID list today, with some breaking news of Matt Barnes being added to the COVID list as well.
Why Isn’t Cam Newton Speaking to the Media? //The Final Word - 8/30/2021 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2021 22:17 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MB(0:00) Why is Cam Newton not speaking to the Media? (15:10) Felger Mazz and Joe Murray may have stumbled into a new segment, what hair is across your ass? (24:50) Calls come in on all the topics from the day. (34:30) The Final Word with Joe Murray
When Will Belichick Name Starting QB? //Did Newton Need More Reps in Preseason? // Mac Jones Will be Ready “When his time comes” - 8/30/2021 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2021 21:21 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(0:00) Felger continues to be bothered by Belichick refusing to name his starting QB even though all signs point to it being Cam Newton. (15:30) Cam Newton’s best plays from the preseason are revisited with Felger, Mazz and Joe Murray wondering if he should have played more. (24:10) Devin Asiasi has looked good this preseason should fans be excited for him to step up this season? (33:30) Mac Jones postgame said he’ll be ready when his time comes, is this another sign that Newton is starti...
Patriots Roster Cutdown // Belichick’s Attachment to Cam Newton // Red Sox Bullpen Struggles Again - 8/30/2021 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2021 20:21 - 41 minutes - 19 MB(0:00) The Patriots have until tomorrow at 4pm to finalize the final 53 man roster, Felger Mazz and Joe Murray break down who they think is on the bubble for the roster. (14:30) Cam Newton continues to struggle with decision making; did he get enough reps in the preseason? Should the Patriots have been in on Gardner Minshew? (23:50) The Red Sox lost in Cleveland yesterday with the bullpen falling apart again. (29:50) Felger and Tom E. Currans bet and calls come in on all the topics from the...
Re-Entry Monday // Patriots Preseason Finale // Stephon Gilmore’s Future - 8/30/2021 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2021 19:30 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MB(0:00) Felger Mazz and Joe Murray start Monday’s show discussing Bill Belichick still not naming his starting QB and last night’s preseason finale. (15:10) The show reacts to Zo’s comments regarding Cam Newton being the starter during last night’s game, with calls coming in on who should be the starter. (24:30) Mac Jones has continued to look good throughout the preseason, but is he ready to start in the regular season? Felger Mazz and Joe Murray give their thoughts on how Jones has looked ...
Gunner Olszewski Struggling // Deshaun Watson To The Dolphins? // Today’s Takeaways - 8/30 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2021 18:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by taking calls on Stephon Gilmore sitting out, the ending of last night's Patriots-Giants matchup, and which free agent signings have impressed and disappointed so far for the Patriots. (12:17) We discuss Gunner Olszewski's rough performance last night, whether J.J. Taylor could be an effective punt returner for the Patriots, and Christian Barmore standing out against the Giants. (23:18) The crew reacts to the latest rumors surrounding Deshaun ...
Returning From Gas Leak Evacuation // Sony Michel Deal, Belief In Rhamondre Stevenson // Latest On Stephon Gilmore - 8/30 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2021 18:12 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the third hour by recapping the gas leak evacuation that kicked everyone out of the building, and the value Sony Michel brought to the Patriots since being drafted. (12:27) We continue our conversation on Sony Michel being dealt and what it says about rookie running back Rhamondre Stevenson. (19:16) The crew reacts to the latest news surrounding Stephon Gilmore and his contract negotiations with the Patriots. (29:32) A caller sparks a conversation about the Patri...
Logical Cuts For Patriots // J.J. Taylor Shining, Gas Leak Evacuation - 8/30 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2021 17:22 - 23 minutes - 11 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by diving into some potential roster cuts for the Patriots, as they head into the regular season. (10:05) We discuss J.J Taylor continuing to shine this preseason and take calls on Cam Newton looking like the starting quarterback, before we're forced out of the building because of a gas leak.
Cam Newton Is QB1 // Bill Belichick Waiting To Name Starting QB // Could Patriots Platoon At QB? - 8/30 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2021 16:30 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show with their reactions to last night’s final preseason game between the Patriots and Giants, and what it said about the QB competition. (14:43) We continue our conversation on the Patriots QB situation, as we dive deeper into Cam Newton and Mac Jones’ individual performances. (23:23) The crew discusses Bill Belichick’s response to making a decision about a starting quarterback, and whether Newton will be hesitant to run this season. (31:17) We go back and ...
Preseason Week 3 Recap // Zack Cox, NESN // 8-30-21
August 30, 2021 15:56 - 19 minutes - 8.88 MBZack Cox of NESN joins Alex Barth to recap the Patriots preseason finale against the Giants, and look ahead to upcoming roster cuts. Plus, takeaways from Mac Jones' overall preseason performance. For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.
The Voice of the Patriots Bob Socci // Surprised! It’s Brandon Meriweather - 8/30 (Hour 4)
August 30, 2021 15:15 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(00:00) Bob Socci is the voice of the New England Patriots on 98.5 The Sports Hub and joins the show to share his takeaways from last night’s preseason game (26:13) Surprise! Brandon Meriweather checks in. Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
The Regular Season is Almost Here // Belichick’s Press Conference - 8/30 (Hour 3)
August 30, 2021 13:33 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(00:00) We continue to take calls on the Patriots and their final preseason game before the regular season (23:50) Bill Belichick Press conference. Does Bill announce a starting quarterback??? Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Jeff Howe from The Athletic // Deshaun Watson to Miami?? - 8/30 (Hour 2)
August 30, 2021 13:29 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB(00:00) We continue to talk about the Patriots as the start of the regular season is almost here. (11:07) Jeff Howe covers the New England Patriots for theAthletic.com and joins the show to share his thoughts on the 3rd and final preseason game. (27:31) Could Deshaun Watson be traded to the Miami Dolphins? Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
The Vulture & The Eagle // Patriots 3-0 in Preseason - 8/30 (Hour 1)
August 30, 2021 13:28 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MB(00:00) It’s the Vulture and Eagle show! Adam Jones and Jon Wallach are filling in for Fred and Rich while they're on vacation. Christian Arcand on headlines. (12:18) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: With a 22-20 win over the Giants, the Patriots’ preseason is finally over and real football is almost here. Jones still believes Mac Jones has a shot to be week 1’s starter. The playoff push for the Boston Red Sox continues. Thanks to the bullpen blowing it in the 8th, Boston lost to Cleveland, 7-5. Al...
greg bedard part 2
August 30, 2021 03:20 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBPart 2 of Greg Bedard's breakdown of tonight's game with McCarthy & Murray
greg bedard postgame part 1
August 30, 2021 02:50 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBGreg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal joins Matt McCarthy and Joe Murray to break down the Pats' final postseason win over the Giants
All Elite Wrestling 2021 All Out Preview
August 30, 2021 02:06 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MBJames Stewart and Mike Riley preview All Elite Wrestling's All Out Event. AEW World Championship: Kenny Omega (c) vs. Christian Cage CM Punk vs. Darby Allin AEW Women's Championship: Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. vs. Kris Statlander AEW Tag Team Championships: Young Bucks (c) vs. Lucha Bros. Andrade El Idolo vs. PAC MJF vs. Chris Jericho -- if Jericho loses, he will never wrestle in AEW again Paul Wight vs. QT Marshall Jon Moxley vs. Satoshi Kojima Women's Casino Battle Royale This week Wrestling...
Patriots Pre-Pregame Show with Alex Barth and Matt Dolloff
August 29, 2021 19:05 - 1 hour - 38.7 MBAlex Barth and Matt Dolloff, digital content creators for 985TheSportsHub.com, take you into the Patriots pregame show before the preseason finale. Alex and Matt give their big-picture takeaways from training camp for both the offense and defense before getting into the game. Which players are they watching for? What are their expectations for the game and for the final 53-man roster before Week 1?
Arcand: Alex Barth Joins the Show // Belichick’s Trust in Cam Newton // Red Sox Playoff Chances - 8/28/2021 (Hour 3)
August 28, 2021 21:15 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MB(0:00) Arcand resets his thoughts on the Patriots and how the next two weeks is going to unfold heading into the regular season. (13:40) Alex Barth from our very own 98.5thesportshub.com joins the show to talk Patriots, what he’s seen during training camp and what he expects to see tomorrow in the final preseason game. (25:50) Bill Belichick’s trust in Cam Newton may not have cost the Patriots any games last year because of their lack of other options but is there a chance his trust in New...
Arcand: Red Sox Win Again // Chris Sale’s Impact // Tuuka Rask’s Future - 8/28/2021 (Hour 2)
August 28, 2021 20:12 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB(0:00) The Red Sox won again last night and Arcand is starting to wonder if the team is back? Or if they’ve just been playing bad teams. (14:50) Chris Sale has had a massive impact since his return to the rotation should this make fans more upset that the front office didn’t do more at the deadline? (23:40) The Red Sox seem to be out of it in the division and have a slight lead in the wild card, Arcand breaks (32:10) Tuuka Rask spoke this week at a Jimmy Fund Fundraiser and had some inter...
Arcand: Patriots Training Camp Recap // Gilmore Still Holding Out // How Will Bill Handle Newton Moving Forward - 8/28/2021 (Hour 1)
August 28, 2021 19:24 - 51 minutes - 23.8 MB(0:00) Arcand starts Saturday’s show recapping Patriots training camp with it ending tomorrow with their game against the Giants. (15:50) Should Bill Belichick be trusted to make the right decisions with Cam Newton the second time around? (24:30) Arcand gives his thoughts on how the Patriots need to handle Cam Newton moving forward and how it impacts Mac Jones and the rest of the locker-room. (33:50) Calls come in on Cam Newton and his role with the Patriots moving forward.
The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 8/27/21
August 28, 2021 03:21 - 6 minutes - 3.17 MBIf you missed any part of the show, the Reset gets you all caught up!
The Dong Report - 8/27/21
August 28, 2021 03:21 - 15 minutes - 7.12 MBChristian Arcand and Sean Sylver get you caught up on all the homers hit in the MLB on Friday night!
The Fox Hole w/Sean Sylver - 8/27/21
August 28, 2021 02:08 - 11 minutes - 5.17 MBSean Sylver is in tonight which means it’s time for a trip down The Fox Hole! In the latest Fox Hole trip, Sean tells us all about the baby from the Nirvana “Nevermind” album cover suing the band.
Game of Jones: Fill In The Blank Friday - 8/27/21
August 28, 2021 01:18 - 10 minutes - 5.04 MBOn this edition of Game of Jones, we have Fill in the Blank, with Christian Arcand and Sean Sylver. Christian fills in the blanks on topics such as the 2021 Patriots, Chris Sale, Sony Michel, Brad Stevens, and which fan base is most miserable
Celtics Season Fast Approaching
August 28, 2021 00:36 - 11 minutes - 5.55 MBDon’t look now but the 2021-22 NBA season is coming fast, Arcand and Sylver break down the Celtics moves this offseason and question if this team is any better than last.
Patriots Training Camp Ends
August 27, 2021 23:26 - 14 minutes - 6.68 MBChristian Arcand is joined by Sean Sylver on this Friday night and the guys start the show on what we’ve learned from this Patriots team as training camp comes to a close. They dive into the QB situation and Belichick trusting Cam Newton for another season.
Red Sox COVID Issues // Sale’s Immaculate Inning // Bobby Dalbec’s Hot Stretch- 8/27/2021
August 27, 2021 23:05 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MB(0:00) Mazz and Big Jim Murray start tonight’s edition of the Baseball hour with the Red Sox COVID issues. (15:10) Mazz gives his take on Chris Sale’s immaculate inning last night with calls coming in. (24:30) Bobby Dalbec has been on a tear lately but Mazz isn’t buying it.
Red Sox Covid Issues //Let Mac Jones Open the Door //The Final Word - 8/27/2021 (Hour 4)
August 27, 2021 22:13 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MB(0:00) Breaking news, Kike Hernandez has tested positive for COVID and Christian Arroyo is a close contact. (16:10) Murray’s Let Mac Jones Open the Door song is replayed with calls coming in. (25:30) Calls come in on all the topics from the day. (34:10) The Final Word with Big Jim Murray
Chris Gasper Joins the Show // Mac Jones Frustrated at Practice // Gasper on Sony Michel Trade 8/27/2021 (Hour 3)
August 27, 2021 21:18 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB(0:00) Chris Gasper from Channel 5 (WCVB-TV) joins the show. (14:30) Mac Jones expressed some frustration yesterday, noting he had a tougher time getting into a rhythm with less snaps. (25:10) Gasper gives his thoughts on the Sony Michel trade and his legacy with the Patriots. (34:30) Calls come in on the Patriots week one starter.
Belichick on Newton // Jerry Jones Vaccine Comments // Patriots Week One Starter - 8/27/2021 (Hour 2)
August 27, 2021 20:18 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MB(0:00) Belichick and Tom Curran’s exchange about Newton’s vaccination are discussed with calls coming in. (14:35) Felger Mazz and Murray react to Jerry Jones comments regarding people getting vaccinated. (23:30) Alex Barth’s comments from earlier in the week are revisited about Newton still being the starter, has anything changed during the week? (32:10) Calls come in on all the topics from the week.
Preseason Week 3 Preview // Matt Dolloff, 98.5 The Sports Hub // 8-27-21
August 27, 2021 19:51 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBMatt Dolloff and Alex Barth discuss their parting thoughts from Patriots training camp, and look ahead to the team's preseason finale against the New York Giants. For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.
Agenda Free Friday //Gilmore Still Holding Out // Red Sox Front Office Approach - 8/27/2021 (Hour 1)
August 27, 2021 19:18 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MB(0:00) It’s an Agenda Free Friday, Mike Tony and Big Jim start Friday’s show with their takes on Cam Newton, Tuuka Rask, Marcus Smart and more! (15:45) Stephon Gilmore’s hold out and the Red Sox front office approach are discussed with calls coming in. (23:10) Chris Sale’s impact since his return is discussed with how the team plays against bad teams vs good teams. (34:30) Felger, Mazz and Big Jim react to Chris Simms comments about Cam Newton and his vaccination status.
Advantage To Not Naming QB1 // Patriots Need Stephon Gilmore // Today's Takeaways - 8/27 (Hour 4)
August 27, 2021 18:51 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Matt McCarthy filling in for Zo, take calls about the quarterback competition and whether there's an advantage to not naming a QB1 at this point. (9:30) More calls come in on Cam Newton's social media presence, whether he deserves any loyalty from the organization, and if Bill Belichick has given him any special treatment. (23:24) We hit on more calls with predictions for Newton this season and the reason Belichick has continued to back him. (35:10) Today's Takea...
Is The Door Open For Mac Jones? // Good Return For Sony Michel // Where Shaun Wade Fits In - 8/27 (Hour 3)
August 27, 2021 18:26 - 45 minutes - 21 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Matt McCarthy in for Zo, are joined by Phil Perry as they dive into where the Patriots quarterback competition currently stands. (15:32) We continue the conversation on Mac Jones vs. Cam Newton, and question when the decision will be made. (28:00) The crew discusses the Patriots dealing for Sony Michel and whether it was the right move to make. (35:12) We dive into new Patriots cornerback Shaun Wade and where he fits in with the team.
Red Sox Beatdown On Twins, Chris Sale’s Immaculate Inning // Expectations For The Red Sox - 8/27 (Hour 2)
August 27, 2021 16:52 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Zo out and Matt McCarthy filling in, react to the Red Sox beatdown on the Twins last night and Chris Sale’s immaculate inning. (13:12) The crew discusses what the expectations are for the Red Sox at this point in the season, and whether they should’ve dealt for Anthony Rizzo. (21:10) The conversation on expectations for the Red Sox continues, as we go back and forth on whether it’s fair or not to move the goalposts. (29:04) Calls come in on the Red Sox and the Pa...
Cam Newton vs. Mac Jones // Bill Belichick Covering For Cam Newton // Was Sony Michel A Bust? - 8/27 (Hour 1)
August 27, 2021 16:24 - 45 minutes - 21 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Zo out and Matt McCarthy along for the ride, dive into where the quarterback competition stands as Beetle returns from vacation. (14:00) We continue our conversation about Cam Newton missing time earlier in the week, and what his vaccination status means for the Patriots QB position this season. (28:08) The crew deciphers Bill Belichick’s response on the misunderstanding between Newton and the Patriots. (38:30) We go back and forth on the Sony Michel trade and wh...