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Celtics Bring Back Enes Kanter
August 05, 2021 01:37 - 11 minutes - 5.13 MBArcand and Mike O’Brien opened Wednesday night’s show discussing day 3 of NBA Free Agency, and gave their thoughts on the Celtics first signing of the off-season.
The Baseball Hour: Red Sox Struggles // Garrett Richards // Latest on Kyle Schwarber - 8/4
August 04, 2021 23:01 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MB(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour talking about the Red Sox current struggles. (12:57) Mazz’s thoughts on Garrett Richards and his struggles. (24:40) Looking at the latest on Kyle Schwarber.
Red Sox Struggles Continue // Bradley Beal and the Celtics // The Final Word - 8/4 (Hour 4)
August 04, 2021 22:19 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MB(0:00) The final hour opens up with the guys discussing the Red Sox continued struggles. (13:09) The callers weigh in on all the guys discussed on the show. (24:20) The latest on Bradley Beal and his connection to the Celtics. (36:40) The Final Word!
Patriots Training Camp // Patriots QB Situation // Troy Brown and Jerod Mayo as Coaches - 8/4 (Hour 3)
August 04, 2021 21:24 - 39 minutes - 18 MB(0:00) The third hour opens up with the guys breaking down comments from Greg Bedard about the show’s coverage of training camp. (10:22) More on the Patriots QB competition. (24:56) Felger on guys like Jerod Mayo and Troy Brown coaching for the Patriots. (31:26) The callers weigh in on all the topics the guys have hit on.
Training Camp Day 7 Recap // Jeff Howe, The Athletic // 8-4-21
August 04, 2021 20:44 - 21 minutes - 9.82 MBJeff Howe of the Athletic joins Alex Barth to recap Day 7 of Patriots training camp. Mac Jones' start to camp is in focus, plus N'Keal Harry has another big day, and the defense continues to impress even without Stephon Gilmore. For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.
Patriots QB Competition // Belichick and McDaniels on QB Competition - 8/4 (Hour 2)
August 04, 2021 20:15 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MB(0:00) The second hour opens up with the callers weighing in on all the guys discussed in the first hour. (10:13) Looking at the Patriots QB competition at training camp in Foxboro. (22:00) Breaking down what Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels had to say about the Patriots QB battle. (29:20) The callers weigh in on all the topics the guys have hit on today.
Red Sox Losing Streak Continues // Kemba Walker to Sign with Knicks // Garret Richards Continues to Struggle - 8/4 (Hour 1)
August 04, 2021 19:18 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MB(0:16) Felger and Mazz open the show discussing the Red Sox current five game losing streak. (14:22) More on the Red Sox struggles since the trade deadline passed. (24:10) Looking at Kemba Walker reportedly signing with the New York Knicks. (32:48) Sox starter Garrett Richards continues to struggle.
Alex Barth Joins The Show // Brad Stevens Bringing His Guys Back // Today's Takeaways - 8/4 (Hour 4)
August 04, 2021 18:31 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, live from Patriots training camp, have Alex Barth join the show to discuss the latest from today's practice. (11:06) We dive into Enes Kanter returning to the Celtics and Brad Steven's pattern of bringing his guys back. (21:46) The crew goes back and forth on Phillip Rivers saying he's staying ready for a possible late-season return to the NFL. (31:30) Today's Takeaways.
Alex Barth On The Latest From Patriots Training Camp - 8/4/21
August 04, 2021 17:59 - 10 minutes - 5.03 MB98.5 The Sports Hub's Alex Barth joins Zolak & Bertrand to discuss the latest from Patriots training camp.
Trey Lance Shining At 49ers Training Camp // Tom Brady Finding His Voice // Bruce Arena Joins The Show - 8/4 (Hour 3)
August 04, 2021 17:56 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand, live from Patriots training camp, start the third hour by diving into Trey Lance shining at 49ers practice and what that means for Jimmy Garoppolo. (13:54) We discuss Tom Brady finding his voice with the Buccaneers, and continue to question whether he was invited to Robert Kraft’s birthday bash. (24:25) Bruce Arena, New England Revolution Head Coach and Sporting Director, joins the show to discuss their game against Nashville SC tonight, the team's four All-Stars, a...
Training Camp Takeaways // Kemba Walker Heading To Knicks // Josh McDaniels, Troy Brown Meet With Media - 8/4 (Hour 2)
August 04, 2021 17:00 - 53 minutes - 24.4 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, live from Patriots training camp, start the second hour with some more takeaways from practice and then Guns N’ Roses talk. (10:19) We react to Bill Belichick praising Cam Newton yesterday and saying Mac Jones still has a long way to go. (21:05) The crew provides some more updates from what they’re seeing at Patriots training camp, with a focus on Newton outdoing Jones on the first padded practice. (27:50) Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels talks with the m...
Cam Newton’s Strong Practice // N'Keal Harry Generating Buzz // Red Sox Drop 5th Straight - 8/4 (Hour 1)
August 04, 2021 15:41 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand, live from Patriots training camp, go back and forth on Cam Newton’s strong practice yesterday, and what it means for Mac Jones. (13:57) We continue our conversation on the QB battle between Newton and Jones, as callers offer up their thoughts. (25:10) Calls come in on N'Keal Harry catching eyes at training camp and the Patriots QB battle. (34:50) We react to the Red Sox dropping their fifth straight game and Garrett Richards continuing to complain.
NFL Vaccination Percentage // The Stack - 8/4 (Hour 4)
August 04, 2021 14:30 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MB(00:00) We kick off the hour talking about the Red Sox. Is it time for fans to start worrying? (10:00) Bill Belichick was asked whether he was vaccinated or not during his press conference this morning and the percentage of Patriot players vaccinated. (23:47) THE STACK Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan // Guns ‘N Roses - 8/4 (Hour 3)
August 04, 2021 14:15 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MB(00:00) Listeners weigh in after An unruly passenger was duct taped to seat after in-air fight on Frontier Airlines plane (10:43) Andrew Callahan covers the Patriots for the Boston Herald and joins the show to share his thoughts on the quarterback competition in Foxborough (32:06) Concerts are back at Fenway! Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Red Sox Playoff Hopes Dwindled // The Athletic’s Jen McCaffrey // Unruly Passenger Duct Taped to Chair - 8/4 (Hour 2)
August 04, 2021 14:10 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MB(00:00) Jen McCaffrey is the Red Sox beat writer for theAthletic.com and joins the show to talk about the Sox’s 5-game losing streak, whether they’re a playoff team and Dennis Eckersley. (12:52) The Boston Celtics have a “plan” with free agency. To a surprise to no one, Adam Jone thinks it’s crap. (21:55) An unruly passenger duct tape man to seat after in-air fight on Frontier Airlines plane Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesp...
Obama’s Birthday Bash Scaled Back // 5-Straight Losses for Sox // Patriots Training Camp Reactions - 8/4 (Hour 1)
August 04, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MB(00:00) Former President Obama has scaled back his 60th birthday mega-bash in Martha’s Vineyard, citing the coronavirus’s Delta variant. (11:34) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Detroit Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Tuesday night. This is the 5th loss in a row for Boston. Day 6 of Patriots training camp: Cam Newton shines as Mac Jones struggles. The NBA Summer League kicks off this weekend. Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thespo...
The Dong Report - 8/3/21
August 04, 2021 03:11 - 12 minutes - 6 MBArcand and Sylver give you all the homers hit in the MLB on Tuesday night!
The Fox Hole w/Sean Sylver - 8/3/21
August 04, 2021 02:09 - 11 minutes - 5.13 MBSean Sylver is in tonight which means it’s time for a trip down The Fox Hole! In the latest Fox Hole trip, Sylver discusses the latest news on vaccines and how the government is seeking out micro influencers to help push people to get vaccinated.
Keith Smith joins the show - 8/3/20
August 04, 2021 01:37 - 12 minutes - 5.94 MBKeith Smith of Spotrac and CelticsBlog joins the show to discuss the NBA and the Celtics. Smith hits on NBA Free Agency, the Celtics lack of noise in free agency, and more!
Game of Jones: "Over Under" Tuesday - 8/3/21
August 04, 2021 01:08 - 10 minutes - 5.01 MBIt’s an “Over/Under Tuesday” on the Game of Jones! Arcand is in for Jones and he takes his picks on over/under categories that include the Boston Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Kyle Schwarber, and Chris Sale.
Looking at Mac Jones and Other Former 1st Round QB's - 8/3/21
August 04, 2021 00:50 - 10 minutes - 4.77 MBArcand and Sylver go through recent 1st round Quarterbacks and how they relate to Mac Jones and how his career in the NFL could start.
The Boston Celtics and NBA Free Agency - 8/3/21
August 03, 2021 23:24 - 12 minutes - 5.9 MBArcand is in for Jones and he’s joined by Sean Sylver. The guys open the show discussing the Celtics and their slow start to NBA Free Agency.
Anthony Rizzo’s Debut Weekend with the Yankees // Jared Carrabis of Barstool Sports // The Return of Chris Sale - 8/3
August 03, 2021 23:05 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MB(00:20) Tony Massarotti opened up the show discussing the debut weekend of first baseman Anthony Rizzo for the New York Yankees. (12:48) Jared Carrabis, of Barstool Sports, joined Mazz to talk about the takeaways from the Red Sox trade deadline. (25:35) Tony also discussed the latest on Chris Sale’s return to the Major League club.
Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Trey Lance // Chaim Bloom & the MLB Trade Deadline // Patriots QB Competition // The Final Word – 8/3 (Hour 4)
August 03, 2021 22:04 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MB(00:18) Felger and Massarotti checked in on the San Francisco 49ers training camp and their quarterback competition between Jimmy Garoppolo & Trey Lance. (10:42) The guys discussed the Red Sox at the trade deadline and Anthony Rizzo’s debut weekend with the Yankees. (22:33) Mike and Tony got back into the Patriots QB competition. Has Cam Newton secured the starting position? (34:46) The Final Word with Jim Murray
Tom Brady’s Relationship with Robert Kraft // The Patriots Quarterback Competition - 8/3 (Hour 3)
August 03, 2021 21:09 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(00:10) Felger and Massarotti discussed Tom Brady’s departure from New England and his relationship with Robert Kraft (11:31) The guys also got into the latest from Patriots training camp and the quarterback competition.
Training Camp Day 6 Recap // Evan Lazar, CLNS Media // 8-3-21
August 03, 2021 20:24 - 18 minutes - 8.63 MBEvan Lazar of CLNS Media joins Alex Barth to break down the Patriots' first padded practice of 2021. Which new additions stood out in the trenches? Plus, an update on the quarterbacks and another big day for N'Keal Harry. For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.
More on the Celtics Offseason // The Red Sox & the MLB Trade Deadline - 8/3 (Hour 2)
August 03, 2021 20:11 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB(00:18) Felger and Mazz continued talk about the expectations of the Celtics. (14:14) Mike and Tony discussed the Boston Red Sox, the MLB trade deadline, and the New York Yankees acquisition of first baseman Anthony Rizzo.
The Celtics Expectations and NBA Free Agency // Marcus Smart’s Future in Boston - 8/3 (Hour 1)
August 03, 2021 19:04 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MB(00:15) Felger and Massarotti kicked off the show discussing the Boston Celtics, their direction, and the start of NBA free agency. (24:15) The guys also talked about Marcus Smart, his value, and his future with the Celtics.
More On Super Bowl Pay-Per-View Model // Jimmy Garoppolo Losing His Grip On Starting Job? // Today's Takeaways - 8/3 (Hour 4)
August 03, 2021 18:38 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand live from Patriots training camp, with Hardy filling in for Zo, continue their discussion on a potential Super Bowl pay-per-view model as callers weigh in. (24:36) We discuss whether Jimmy Garoppolo could be losing grip of his starting job with the 49ers, and what that could mean for a possible reunion with the Patriots. (32:51) Today's Takeaways.
Phil Perry Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 8/3/21
August 03, 2021 17:59 - 11 minutes - 5.32 MBNBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry joins the show to recap the first day of padded practice at Patriots training camp.
Nick Foles Isn’t Holding Back // Phil Perry Joins The Show // Super Bowl On Pay-Per-View? - 8/3 (Hour 3)
August 03, 2021 17:56 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB(0:00) Zolak and Bertrand live from Patriots training camp, with Hardy in for Zo, react to Nick Foles not holding back about his future and Carson Wentz's injury. (14:13) NBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry joins the show to recap the first day of padded practice at Patriots training camp. (25:42) We question whether the Super Bowl being on pay-per-view would ever work for the NFL, after the question was raised by former ESPN President John Skipper.
Patriots FS Devin McCourty Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 8/3/21
August 03, 2021 17:16 - 4 minutes - 2.27 MBPatriots free safety Devin McCourty joins Zolak & Bertrand to discuss adjusting to training camp, Jason McCourty no longer being in New England, and who had the best day at practice.
Bills Moving To Austin, Texas? // Bill Belichick Praises Cam Newton, Mac Jones Has Long Way To Go // Patriots FS Devin McCourty Joins The Show- 8/3 (Hour 2)
August 03, 2021 16:58 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand live from Patriots training camp, with Hardy sitting in for Zo, discuss the Bills potentially moving to Austin, Texas? (11:41) We react to Bill Belichick praising Cam Newton yesterday and saying Mac Jones still has a long way to go. (22:41) The crew provides some updates from what they’re seeing at Patriots training camp, with a focus on Newton outdoing Jones in the first padded practice of the season. (38:15) Patriots free safety Devin McCourty joins the show to discu...
Could David Krejci Return? // Meat Talk // Marcus Smart Staying With Celtics - 8/3 (Hour 1)
August 03, 2021 15:24 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MB(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand live from Patriots training camp, with Hardy filling in for Zo, discuss David Krejci leaving for the Bruins and the chances of him potentially returning in the spring. (12:59) We continue our conversation on Krejci and the Bruins offseason, with Scott Zolak calling in from his day off. (26:05) After Zo raised some questions about Czech Republic's meat consumption, we dive into some meat talk. (32:27) The crew goes back and forth on Marcus Smart now looking like he’ll s...
QB Competition Heats Up // The Stack - 8/3 (Hour 4)
August 03, 2021 14:10 - 41 minutes - 19 MB(13:44) The Quarterback competition in Foxborough ramps up as Mac Jones and Cam Newton suit up for the first padded practice of training camp. (24:42) THE STACK Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg // Marcus Smart’s Future // MBTA Crash - 8/3 (Hour 3)
August 03, 2021 13:45 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB(00:00) The Boston Celtics have done nothing significant at the beginning of NBA free agency. Could Isiah Thomas come back to Boston? (12:19) Chris Forsberg covers the Boston Celtics for NBC Sports Boston and joins the show to share his thoughts on NBA free agency, Marcus Smart and more. (24:14) Is it time for the Celtics and Marcus Smart to part ways? (34:25) two MBTA Green Line trains crashed into one another near Boston University, leaving 25 people injured. Watch Toucher & Rich every ...
Patriots LB Josh Uche Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 12:55 - 3 minutes - 1.74 MBPatriots linebacker Josh Uche joins Zolak and Bertrand live from training camp to discuss changing numbers, his outlook heading into this season, and teammate Chase Winovich.
Patriots OL Isaiah Wynn Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 12:47 - 4 minutes - 2.08 MBPatriots offensive lineman Isaiah Wynn joins Zolak and Bertrand live from training camp to discuss his versatility, rookie quarterback Mac Jones, and practicing with and without pads.
Bob Socci // Tom Brady’s Birthday // Woman vs. Coyote - 8/3 (Hour 2)
August 03, 2021 12:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB(11:43) Bob Socci is the voice of the New England Patriots and joins the show to share his thoughts of Patriots training camp so far. (25:28) Happy Birthday, Tom Brady! (32:18) Woman and a coyote face off on a Cape Cod beach. Jones is OUT on traveling to the Cape. Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live or whenever you want: Twitch.tv/thesportshub
Jones, Wallach & Lockhart // Shalise Manza Young // Team USA Reach Semifinals at Tokyo Olympics - 8/3 (Hour 1)
August 03, 2021 12:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MB(00:00) Mike Lockhart returns from vacation and slides into the headlines chair as Adam Jones and Wallach are filling in for Fred and Rich. (11:41) Shalise Manza Young joins the show live from Tokyo and shares her experience covering the Olympics. (26:24) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Kevin Durant and the U.S. men’s basketball team beat Spain to reach semifinals at Tokyo Olympics. How did the Celtics do day one of NBA free agency? Watch Toucher & Rich every morning on Twitch! Watch them live o...
The Crusty, Dusty, Old Reset - 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 03:13 - 4 minutes - 2.25 MBIn case you missed any part of the show “The Reset” gets you all caught up.
The Dong Report – 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 03:06 - 7 minutes - 3.58 MBChristian Arcand and Tim McKone go over all the home runs hit across Major League Baseball in tonight's edition of The Dong Report.
The McKone Zone: 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 02:10 - 9 minutes - 4.61 MBTim McKone takes us into the McKone Zone. Tonight, Tim takes us back to the Summer of 2016 when Kevin Durant was a free agent and the Celtics were one of the suitors.
Game of Jones – Buy or Sell Monday 8/2/21
August 03, 2021 01:09 - 8 minutes - 3.75 MBIt’s a Buy or Sell Monday on the Game of Jones. Topics include Celtics, Red Sox, Tom Brady & Jim Gray, US Women’s soccer, and more
NBA Free Agency Begins – Fournier To The Knicks
August 03, 2021 00:26 - 11 minutes - 5.09 MBFree agency begins today in the NBA, Arcand and McKone discuss the breaking news of Celtics guard Evan Fournier signing a 4 year, 78 million dollar contract with the New York Knicks.
Patriots Training Camp – QB Competition Over?
August 02, 2021 23:38 - 13 minutes - 6.02 MBNo Jones tonight so it’s squatter rights for Christian Arcand joined by Tim McKone. The guys start Monday night’s show with Bill Belichick’s comments on Saturday proclaiming Cam Newton as the starting QB of the Patriots. Is the competition between Cam and rookie QB Mac Jones over before it started?
Red Sox Swept by Tampa Bay // Chaim Bloom’s Deadline Approach // AL East Tightening up – 8/2/2021
August 02, 2021 23:05 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB(0:00) Matt McCarthy is in for Mazz and starts Monday night’s show talking about the Red Sox being swept by the Rays over the weekend and the team’s lack of moves at the deadline. (15:30) Red Sox ownership and Chaim Bloom’s approach to the trade deadline are discussed with calls coming in. (26:50) The Yankees, Blue Jays and Rays all made significant moves at the deadline and some are already paying major dividends, how do these moves impact the race for the AL East?
Marcus Smart’s Future // Red Sox Avoiding the CBT // The Final Word - 8/2/2021 (Hour 4)
August 02, 2021 22:22 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MB(0:00) Marcus Smart’s name continues to be mentioned in rumors around the NBA with reports coming out that Brad Stevens is sick of his inconsistent play. (14:30) Red Sox ownership wanting to avoid going into the CBT (competitive balance tax) at the deadline is discussed. (25:10) Calls come in on all the topics from the day. (33:45) The Final Word with Matt McCarthy
Celtics Free Agency Rumors // Brad Stevens Tired of Marcus Smart// Red Sox Resiliency in Question - 8/2/2021 (Hour 3)
August 02, 2021 21:21 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MB(0:00) NBA Free Agency starts tonight at 6 PM and the rumors are already flying, Felger, Big Jim and McCarthy go over all the rumors linked to the Celtics. (13:10) Reports are coming out that Brad Stevens is tired of Marcus Smart’s inconsistent play could the Celtics finally be ready to move on from Smart? (24:30) The Red Sox lack of moves at the trade deadline is revisited after they got swept by the Rays over the weekend, while all the teams around them made bigger moves. (34:10) Calls ...
Training Camp Day 5 Recap // Nicole Yang, Boston Globe // 8-2-21
August 02, 2021 20:34 - 14 minutes - 6.76 MBNicole Yang of The Boston Globe joins Alex Barth to break down Day 5 of Patriots training camp, including a shakeup at the quarterback position with Cam Newton and Mac Jones, N'Keal Harry's unique path to a roster spot, and an update on the kickers. For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.