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Stan Van Gundy and Scott Brooks will not return to Pelicans and Wizards as NBA coaching carousel continues to turn
June 16, 2021 16:50 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Andrew Schlecht and Will Guillory react to the news that Stan Van Gundy is out after one season as Pelicans head coach and Scott Brooks will not return to the Wizards. The guys discuss what went wrong in both situations. All part of a wild morning of NBA news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rays ace Tyler Glasnow has partially torn UCL, will rehab rather than have Tommy John Surgery
June 15, 2021 20:16 - 6 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Eno Sarris react to the news that Rays ace Tyler Glasnow has a partially torn UCL and strained flexor tendon. He is choosing rehab over Tommy John surgery. Tim and Eno discuss success and failures from the past going that route, how the Rays will fill the void in their rotation and if the team can stave off the Red Sox, Yankees and Blue Jays in the AL East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gerard Gallant named head coach of the New York Rangers
June 14, 2021 22:52 - 14 minutesOn this the anniversary of the Rangers Stanley Cup game seven win vs Vancouver in 1994, Scott Burnside and Rick Carpiniello of the Athletic NHL discuss the New York Rangers hiring Gerard Gallant as David Quinn's replacement in Gotham. The guys dissect Gallant's track record with young players and how he will help the Rangers young core led by Kaapo Kakko, Alexis LaFreniere and Adam Fox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CFB Playoff expansion endorsed by SEC, Notre Dame, Big 12 & Mountain West
June 10, 2021 20:01 - 14 minutesBruce Feldman & Stewart Mandel discuss the latest on College Football Playoff expansion. The CFP's four-person working group — which consists of SEC commissioner Greg Sankey, Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby, Mountain West commissioner Craig Thompson and Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick — is expected to recommend a 12-team playoff, according to sources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nikola Jokic named NBA MVP - The latest drafted player to ever win the award
June 08, 2021 22:29 - 7 minutesThe Athletic's Sam Amick and Nick Kosmider react to the news that Nikola Jokic is the NBA's Most Valuable Player. They dive into his rise from 41st overall pick out of Serbia to this. How did the Nuggets find him and what led to this award? What does the future hold for Jokic?l Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The impact of Julio Jones from the Falcons to the Titans
June 07, 2021 21:04 - 11 minutesMike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller react to the Julio Jones trade from the Atlanta Falcons to the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nick Saban, Alabama agree to contract extension through 2028
June 07, 2021 19:10 - 8 minutesAndy Staples and The Athletic's Alabama guru Aaron Suttles discuss Nick Saban and Alabama agreeing to a contract extension that will keep the 69-year-old head coach in Tuscaloosa through 2028, when he will be 77. What factors played into this continued partnership? What can fans expect next from Saban and Alabma? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Coach K plans to retire from Duke after upcoming season - Where does he fit on college basketball's Mount Rushmore
June 02, 2021 18:15 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Nicole Auerbach and Brendan Marks react to the news that Duke head basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski will retire after the upcoming college basketball season. Why now? What is his legacy? Who will replace him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Celtics' Brad Stevens replaces Danny Ainge as president of basketball operations
June 02, 2021 16:06 - 8 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Jared Weiss discuss Danny Ainge stepping down as president of basketball operations and Brad Stevens taking his place. What's next for the Celtics coaching position? How will Brad Stevens fair as the president? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam Vinatieri retires after 24 seasons - is he the Michael Jordan of kickers?
May 27, 2021 14:47 - 6 minutesLegendary NFL kicker Adam Vinatieri has officially called it quits after 24 years in the league. Stephen Holder and Zak Keefer discuss his place in NFL history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fantasy baseball replacements for Corey Kluber
May 26, 2021 22:09 - 6 minutesMichael Beller and Derek VanRiper discuss how fantasy managers can replace Corey Kluber, and consider Deivi García's fantasy value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wayne Gretzky to TNT as broadcaster
May 25, 2021 23:15 - 12 minutesThe Athletic’s Scott Burnside and Richard Deitsch discuss The Great One, Wayne Gretzky, leaving his vice chairman role with the Edmonton Oilers to join TNT as an NHL analyst when the network begins its hockey coverage in the fall. Sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/headlinepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Davidson returns to Columbus Blue Jackets as president of hockey operations
May 20, 2021 16:45 - 13 minutesThe Athletic’s Craig Custance and Aaron Portzline discuss John Davidson being rehired by the Columbus Blue Jackets as president of hockey operations, only a few weeks after his shocking dismissal by the New York Rangers, and just about two years since he left Columbus to take the same role in New York. Plus, thoughts on Jarmo Kekalainen’s role with the team upon JD’s return, Seth Jones’ future in Columbus, and more. Sign up for an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month w...
George Kliavkoff named new Pac-12 commissioner
May 13, 2021 19:43 - 10 minutesAndy Staples and Nicole Auerbach react to Pac-12 presidents unanimously voting George Kliavakoff, the president of entertainment and sports at MGM Resorts, as the conference's next commissioner once Larry Scott steps down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Heat's Victor Oladipo having season-ending surgery on quad tendon
May 13, 2021 06:29 - 5 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Dave DuFour break down Oladipo's season ending surgery, how it impacts the Heat, and how it will impact Victor's future in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New York Rangers fire David Quinn
May 12, 2021 18:44 - 5 minutesScott Burnside and Pierre Lebrun discuss the Rangers firing David Quinn as head coach of the blue shirts, and who new Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury might be targeting to coach the team moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jaylen Brown done for season - Can Celtics compete without one of their stars?
May 11, 2021 01:03 - 7 minutesSam Packard and Jay King react to the news that Jaylen Brown will miss the rest of the season with a torn ligament in his left wrist. With four games left in the regular season is it time for Celtics to shift their focus to next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Albert Pujols designated for assignment by Angels - Is this the end of his career?
May 06, 2021 20:44 - 4 minutesThe Athletic's Derek VanRiper and Keith Law react to the news that Albert Pujols has been designated for assignment by the Angels. Is this the end of his Hall of Fame career? What will the Angels do with the roster spot? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NY Rangers fire John Davidson and Jeff Gorton
May 05, 2021 21:31 - 13 minutesScott Burnside and Rick Carpiniello discuss the shocking news out of Manhattan today, with NY Rangers owner James Dolan firing team president John Davidson and General Manager Jeff Gorton. They guys connect the dots to see if this was performance related or if Davidson and Gorton tried to talk Dolan out of publishing his incendiary press release on Tuesday regarding George Parros's job performance a the NHL's department of player safety. Scott and Rick also look ahead to the job that Chris Dr...
NASCAR reveals Next Gen car designs - What will it mean for the future of the sport?
May 05, 2021 19:00 - 7 minutesThe Athletic's Jordan Bianchi and Jeff Gluck react to the reveal of NASCAR's Next Gen cars by Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota. What will it mean for Nascar's cost structure? Will it even the playing field between the haves and have nots? and what will it mean for the actual racing on the track? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dodgers pitcher Dustin May to undergo Tommy John surgery
May 03, 2021 22:23 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Derek VanRiper and Eno Sarris discuss Dodgers pitcher Dustin May undergoing Tommy John surgery. Who will the Dodgers turn to as they attempt to replace May in their rotation? Who should fantasy managers consider as potential replacements for May on their rosters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Broncos acquire Teddy Bridgewater from the Panthers - What does it mean for draft night?
April 28, 2021 19:39 - 8 minutesThe Athletic's Lindsay Jones and Nick Kosmider react to the news that the Broncos have acquired quarterback Teddy Bridgewater from the Panthers in exchange for a 6th round pick. How does Bridgewater fit into the Broncos quarterback room? What will Denver do in the 1st round of the draft? What does this mean for Drew Lock? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeff Bridich steps down as GM of Rockies, what are the bigger issues facing the franchise
April 26, 2021 19:43 - 7 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Nick Groke react to the news that former Rockies General Manager Jeff Bridich steps down after 7-years in the role. What went wrong? Do the organizations problems go up to the ownership level? Will the franchise struggle to attract baseball's top front office minds to fill the position in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kansas City Chiefs acquire OT Orlando Brown via trade with Baltimore Ravens
April 23, 2021 21:26 - 15 minutesJoshua Brisco, Nate Taylor, and Seth Keysor discuss the trade that brings OT Orlando Brown from the Baltimore Ravens to the Kansas City Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Floyd "Money" Mayweather-Logan Paul exhibition tentatively set for June 5th on Showtime
April 22, 2021 21:23 - 5 minutesMike Coppinger and Lance Pugmire react to Logan Paul-Floyd Mayweather's exhibition fight set for early June on Showtime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Washington, Chiefs, 49ers QB Alex Smith retires
April 19, 2021 17:13 - 10 minutesLindsay Jones, Senior NFL Writer for The Athletic, reacts to Washington Football Teamer, Kansas City Chief and San Francisco 49er Alex Smith's retirement and his place in football history. Get access to The Athletic for only $3.99 per month at theathletic.com/headlinepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carlos Rodón throws the 20th no-hitter in White Sox history
April 15, 2021 14:23 - 8 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and James Fegan react to Carlos Rodón's no-hitter against the Indians on Wednesday night. What made him so effective? How unlikely was this for Rodón? What does it mean for the former #3 draft pick's future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Browns sign Jadeveon Clowney to a one-year deal
April 15, 2021 00:10 - 7 minutesThe Athletic's Zac Jackson and Jason Lloyd react to the news that the Cleveland Browns have signed Jadeveon Clowney to.a one-year deal. What could he do for the Browns' defense? What are the risks? How has the team changed from a year ago? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NHL Trade Deadline 2021 Recap - Mantha to the Capitals, Hall to the Bruins, Bennett to the Panthers, Foligno to the Maple Leafs
April 12, 2021 21:29 - 12 minutesScott Burnside and Craig Custance from the Athletic NHL discuss the biggest deals of the trade deadline, including the blockbuster between Detroit and Washington which came down to the wire with Anthony Mantha joining the Caps. Plus, the guys discuss Sam Bennett moving from Calgary to Florida, Nick Foligno becoming a Maple Leaf and Taylor Hall landing in Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bruins acquire Taylor Hall from the Sabres
April 12, 2021 15:37 - 12 minutesScott Burnside and Fluto Shinzawa from the Athletic NHL analyze the Bruins / Sabres trade involving Taylor Hall and Curtis Lazar. The guys discuss the nightmare season by Hall and how he looks to put it back together with a long playoff run for the Bruins this Spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yankees acquire Rougned Odor from Rangers for two minor leaguers - Can he get back on track in The Bronx?
April 06, 2021 21:26 - 9 minutesTim McMaster, Lindsey Adler and Levi Weaver react to the news that Rougned Odor is heading to the Bronx after being designated for assignment by the Rangers. Where does he fit in the Yankees lineup? What went wrong in Texas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jets trade Sam Darnold to Panthers for three draft picks
April 06, 2021 02:06 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Connor Hughes react to the news that the New York Jets have traded Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers for a 2021 sixth round pick and second and fourth round picks in 2022. What will Darnold's legacy be in New York and will the Jets definitely take Zach Wilson with the #2 pick in this month's draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLB is moving the All-Star Game out of Georgia - Is this a turning point for the league?
April 02, 2021 21:17 - 10 minutesThe Athletic's Andy McCullough and Evan Drellich react to the news that Major League Baseball is moving the All-Star game out of Georgia after recent changes in state voting laws. How will this impact Rob Manfred's legacy as commissioner? How big a roll did the players having in this decision? Where will the game move to? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roy Williams retires after 33 seasons and 903 wins - Who will be the next coach in Chapel Hill?
April 01, 2021 15:19 - 10 minutesThe Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks react to the news that Roy Williams is retiring as North Carolina men's basketball coach. Was this a surprise? Did the changing college basketball landscape influence his decision? Who will be the next coach in Chapel Hill? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mets, Francisco Lindor agree on $341 million extension - How important was this for the club's new ownership?
April 01, 2021 13:52 - 6 minutesThe Athletic's Mets reporter Tim Britton and Tim McMaster react to the news that Francisco Lindor and the Mets have agreed on a 10-year, $341 million extension. How important was this signing for Steve Cohen's ownership of the club? What are the numbers inside the numbers of the contract? Has Lindor already shown this spring that he'll be a great fit in Queens? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL approves 17-game schedule - What does it mean for player health numbers and more?
March 30, 2021 20:09 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's senior NFL writer Mike Sando and Tim McMaster react to the news that the NFL is moving to a 17-game regular season schedule for the 2021 season. How do the players feel about the change? What will it mean for single-season records? How will teams keep players healthy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dolphins swap first-round picks with 49ers, then flip to Eagles
March 26, 2021 18:58 - 4 minutesThe Athletic's Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show and Mike Sando of The Football GM react to the breaking NFL draft trade involving the Miami Dolphins, San Francisco 49ers, and Philadelphia Eagles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shaka Smart leaving Texas for Marquette
March 26, 2021 18:33 - 5 minutesMichael Beller and C.J. Moore discuss Shaka Smart leaving Texas to become the new men's basketball coach at Marquette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nuggets acquire Aaron Gordon from Magic
March 25, 2021 21:42 - 5 minutesDave DuFour and Seth Partnow break down the trade between the Nuggets and the Magic involving Aaron Gordon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Miami acquiring Victor Oladipo from Houston
March 25, 2021 21:37 - 5 minutesDave DuFour and Seth Partnow break down the Miami Heat dealing for Houston's Victor Oladipo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Magic trading Nikola Vucevic to Bulls for Wendell Carter, Otto Porter
March 25, 2021 16:20 - 4 minutesDave DuFour and Seth Partnow break down the trade between the Magic and Bulls that includes Nikola Vucevic and Al Farouq Aminu in exchange for Wendell Carter, Otto Porter Jr. and 2 first round picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Astros, Lance McCullers Jr. agree on 5-year, $85 million extension
March 24, 2021 23:21 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Jake Kaplan react to reports that Lance McCullers Jr. and the Astros have agreed on a 5-year extension. Can McCullers overcome his injury history? Where does he slot into the club's rotation? How will the Astros find their next ace? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ralph Krueger fired by Buffalo Sabres, Don Granato elevated to interim head coach
March 17, 2021 18:14 - 14 minutesScott Burnside, John Vogel and Pierre Lebrun discuss the Buffalo Sabres decision to fire Ralph Krueger, with the Sabres in the midst of a 12 game losing streak. The guys discuss the state of the Buffalo franchise, Kim and Terry Pegula's role with the franchise and all the work rookie GM Kevyn Adams and interim head coach Don Granato have ahead of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49ers make Trent Williams the highest-paid offensive lineman
March 17, 2021 18:07 - 6 minutesMatt Barrows reacts to the news of Trent Williams' contract, the Alex Mack signing and what might still be on the 49ers' shopping list this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raiders release Pro Bowl center Rodney Hudson
March 17, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutesRobert Mays and Nate Tice of The Athletic Football Show ponder the release of Pro Bowl center Rodney Hudson from the Las Vegas Raiders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Patriots add Hunter Henry after a spending spree on day one of NFL free agency
March 16, 2021 14:26 - 9 minutesAfter spending nearly a quarter of a billion dollars on the first day of free agency, the Patriots are back at it agreeing on a 3-year deal with tightend Hunter Henry. The Athletic's Tim McMaster and Jeff Howe examine why New England has changed its philosophy on free agency and what it might mean for the upcoming draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chiefs, guard Joe Thuney agree to 5-year, $80m deal
March 15, 2021 22:27 - 5 minutesThe Athletic Football Show's Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones react to Joe Thuney's deal to join the Chiefs. Did KC pay too much? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Looking back at Drew Brees' career and forward to the 2021 Saints
March 14, 2021 23:15 - 10 minutesThe Athletic's Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder react to the news that Drew Brees is retiring from the NFL. They look back on Brees' career and legacy in New Orleans and also explain what Taysom Hill's $140 Million dollar contact extension means for the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tom Brady, Buccaneers agree to 4-year extension
March 12, 2021 16:43 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Greg Auman joins Lindsay Jones for his initial reaction to Tom Brady's contract extension. Is another Super Bowl in their future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duke out of ACC Tournament because of COVID-19 - Is a positive test in the NCAA Tournament inevitable?
March 11, 2021 18:00 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Andy Bitter and Brendan Marks react to news that the Duke men's basketball team is out of the ACC Tournament after a positive COVID-19 test. How did this happen to a team that had been so careful in avoiding COVID all season? Looking ahead to the NCAA Tournament, how can teams be even more diligent in staying safe and avoiding a similar fate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices