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QB Dwayne Haskins released by Washington Football Team
December 28, 2020 19:04 - 6 minutesThe Washington Football Team has released their starting QB with the division title still in play. The Athletic's Ben Standig reacts to the breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With Blake Snell reportedly heading to Padres, can San Diego compete with Dodgers?
December 28, 2020 17:36 - 8 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Eno Sarris react to the blockbuster trade that will reportedly send 2018 AL Cy Young winner Blake Snell to the Padres in exchange for four young players. Can the Padres now compete with the Dodgers in the West? Can the Rays contend without Snell in the rotation? Will the move keep Tampa Bay's window for winning open longer or slam it shut? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Florida hit with recruiting violations
December 22, 2020 19:16 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Bruce Feldman & Stewart Mandel have the latest on Florida's recruiting violations. Head coach Dan Mullen is given a 1-year show cause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL announces Pro Bowl roster, game will not be played
December 22, 2020 02:41 - 11 minutesNate Taylor and Matt Schneidman of the Athletic discuss the announcement of the NFL's Pro Bowl roster, and that the game will not be played this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hall of Fame pass rusher Kevin Greene dies at age 58
December 22, 2020 00:21 - 8 minutesThe football world was shocked on Monday to hear of the passing of former NFL great Kevin Greene at age 58. The Athletic Senior NFL Writer Mike Sando is joined by long time Steelers writer Ed Bouchette to react to the news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State and Notre Dame selected for 2021 College Football Playoff
December 20, 2020 20:13 - 10 minutesAndy Staples and Ari Wasserman react to the top-4 teams named in the College Football Playoff Selection Show. Is Notre Dame the best remaining team in the country to earn the fourth spot? What about Texas A&M and Oklahoma? Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_Staples Follow Ari on Twitter: @AriWasserman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NHL season start date set
December 19, 2020 02:40 - 11 minutesThe Athletic’s Scott Burnside and Michael Russo discuss the NHL and NHL Players Association reaching an agreement on a 56-game season, beginning January 13, what the divisional alignment could look like, scheduling possibilities, taxi squads, protocols, and more. And, from now through December 31, you can get an annual subscription to The Athletic and give one free when you visit theathletic.com/headlinepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Start or sit Drew Brees now that he's back under center?
December 18, 2020 16:24 - 5 minutesDrew Brees is back for the Saints in Week 15. Should he be back for your fantasy team? Derek VanRiper and Michael Beller discuss who they'd still start over Brees, and who they'd sit down to get the veteran back in their lineups. They also consider the downstream effects of Brees returning to the Saints' offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Henrik Lundqvist’s playing future in doubt, won’t play for the Capitals this season
December 17, 2020 19:34 - 11 minutesThe Athletic’s Scott Burnside, Tarik El-Bashir, and Rick Carpiniello discuss Henrik Lundqvist’s shocking news that a heart condition will prevent him from taking the ice for the Washington Capitals this season, what the Caps might do to replace the future Hall of Famer behind Ilya Samsonov, and if The King could return to the New York Rangers organization in some capacity in the future. And, from now through December 31, you can get an annual subscription to The Athletic and give one free whe...
COVID-19 vaccines will likely not impact 2020 NFL season - What about 2021?
December 17, 2020 01:21 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss how the NFL will be impacted by COVID-19 vaccines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Top teams dominate National Signing Day
December 16, 2020 22:50 - 12 minutesThe Athletic's national recruiting writer Ari Wasserman covers the biggest stories on National Signing Day along with Andy Staples. The top teams in college football continue to get the best prospects. 50 of the top 100 players in the country will go to the same 4 schools: Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State & Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks agree to contract extension
December 15, 2020 22:44 - 5 minutesSam Amick and Eric Nehm break down Giannis Antetokounmpo signing his max contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Auburn fires Gus Malzahn
December 13, 2020 20:21 - 9 minutesAuburn has fired head coach Gus Malzahn. The Athletic's David Ubben & Andy Staples have the details including buyout numbers & the shortlist to replace Malzahn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Phillies close to hiring Dave Dombrowski as President of Baseball Operations
December 10, 2020 20:35 - 10 minutesThe Athletic's Jayson Stark and Matt Gelb react to Jayson's news that the Phillies are close to hiring Dave Dombrowski as president of baseball operations. How does Dombrowski's reputation as a "win now" executive fit into an organization that may need to rebuild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Royals sign Carlos Santana to a two-year deal
December 09, 2020 20:10 - 5 minutesThe Royals make a move in free agency by adding first baseman Carlos Santana on a two-year, $17.5 million deal. Derek VanRiper and Nando Di Fino discuss Santana's fit in Kansas City, and his expected fantasy contributions in 2021 after a disappointing 2020 campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan-Ohio State canceled
December 08, 2020 20:18 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Ari Wasserman & Bill Landis discuss the breaking news that Ohio State-Michigan won't be played for the 1st time since 1917. What does what it mean for the Big Ten title & the CFB Playoff race? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The White Sox get Lance Lynn from Rangers for two prospects
December 08, 2020 16:37 - 10 minutesThe virtual Winter Meetings are underway and late Monday night we got our first major move. Tim McMaster is joined by The Athletics White Sox reporter James Fegan and Rangers reporter Levi Weaver to break down the deal that sends Lance Lynn to the south side for prospects Dane Dunning and Avery Weems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Jets fire defensive coordinator Gregg Williams - Does the move increase or decrease the team's chances of going 0-16?
December 07, 2020 21:32 - 10 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster and Connor Hughes react to the Jets decision to fire defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Who made the decision? What will the defense look like over the final four games? What does this mean for Adam Gase's future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Young named Texas Rangers general manager
December 04, 2020 22:40 - 6 minutesThe Athletic's Levi Weaver and Tim McMaster react to the news that Chris Young has been named the new general manager of the Texas Rangers. The 41-year old former Major League pitcher spent the last few years working in the league office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBA Schedule Released for 2020-2021 Season
December 04, 2020 22:23 - 7 minutesZach Harper and Seth Partnow discuss the NBA schedule and the matchups to watch for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NHL season start date pushed to mid-January
December 04, 2020 17:45 - 9 minutesThe Athletic’s own Scott Burnside and Pierre LeBrun discuss the NHL’s decision to push the season start date back to mid-January, aiming for a 56 game schedule, divisional realignment, possible multiple outdoor games, whether this news is cause for optimism or not, and much more. The Athletic’s Black Friday offer is still available until December 4, and you can subscribe to The Athletic for just $1 a month by visiting theathletic.com/headlinepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Anthony Davis Finalizing Max Contract With The Lakers
December 03, 2020 17:03 - 5 minutesBill Oram and Anthony Slater discuss Anthony Davis finalizing a 5-year, $190 million max contract with the Lakers. And why this makes sense for both parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Russell Westbrook traded for John Wall
December 03, 2020 04:13 - 8 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Mo Dakhil break down the Westbrook for Wall trade. Does it make sense for the Wizards? What exactly are the Rockets getting out of this? Are the Rockets trading Harden soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cubs non-tender Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora
December 03, 2020 03:09 - 7 minutesMichael Beller and Sahadev Sharma discuss the Cubs' decision to non-tender Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LeBron James signs a 2 year extension with the Lakers
December 02, 2020 19:34 - 6 minutesAnthony Slater and Bill Oram break down LeBron James extension with the Lakers, what it means for Anthony Davis, and the rest of LeBron's career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Detroit Lions fire coach Matt Patricia & GM Bob Quinn
November 28, 2020 21:35 - 6 minutesHead coach Matt Patricia and GM Bob Quinn are officially out in Detroit. The Athletic's Chris Burke reacts to the news and looks ahead for the Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Soccer icon Diego Maradona passes away at age 60
November 25, 2020 18:44 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Paul Tenorio and Ed Malyon react to the passing of soccer icon Diego Maradona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19. Will miss Iron Bowl
November 25, 2020 17:22 - 3 minutesThe Athletic's Stewart Mandel & Bruce Feldman discuss the breaking news that Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19 & will miss the Iron Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
College Football Playoff rankings released
November 25, 2020 01:10 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Andy Staples reacts to the college football playoff committee's 1st ranking of the 2020 season. 1-loss Clemson is ranked ahead of unbeaten Ohio State. Cincinnati is the highest ranked G5 team ever at number 7. The committee has finally tipped its hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pelicans, Brandon Ingram agree to max contract - What does it mean for Zion and the franchise
November 24, 2020 20:34 - 6 minutesThe Athletic's Sam Amick and Will Guillory react to news that Brandon Ingram has agreed on a max contract to stay in New Orleans. They discuss what led to Ingram's emergence as a star player and what this move means for the Pelicans and Zion Williamson going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Braves sign Charlie Morton to one-year deal - What's left on Braves shopping list?
November 24, 2020 17:05 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's David O'Brien and Tim McMaster react to the Braves signing veteran starter Charlie Morton to a one-year, $15 million contract. Morton has been great in the postseason with the Rays and Astros. He adds depth to an already good rotation. DOB also has the latest news on Marcell Ozuna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
DeMarcus Cousins to sign with the Houston Rockets
November 24, 2020 00:52 - 6 minutesKelly Iko and Mo Dakhil discuss DeMarcus Cousins signing with the Houston Rockets for 1 year. How will it affect the team and team construction moving forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gordon Hayward, Charlotte Hornets agree to 4-year, $120 million deal
November 21, 2020 19:34 - 6 minutesGordon Hayward is leaving the Boston Celtics for the Charlotte Hornets, reportedly signing a 4 year $120 million deal. The Athletic's Mike Smeltz is joined by Sam Packard from Anything is Poddable to talk about how the Celtics recover from losing Hayward and how competitive Hayward makes the Hornets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gordon Hayward declines player options and become free agent
November 20, 2020 03:29 - 6 minutesSam Packard and Jay King break down Gordon Hayward declining his player option and becoming a free agent. What does this mean for the Celtics roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Warriors Guard Klay Thompson suffers season ending Achilles tear
November 19, 2020 19:44 - 5 minutesMarcus Thompson & Anthony Slater break down the latest news on Warriors star guard Klay Thompson suffering a season ending Achilles tear in a workout. Klay missed all of last season after tearing his ACL in Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals vs Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NBA Draft top 10 picks
November 19, 2020 01:28 - 8 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Zach Harper break down the top 10 picks in the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Timberwolves select Anthony Edwards first overall in the 2020 NBA Draft
November 19, 2020 00:48 - 8 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Jon Krawczynski discuss the Timberwolves selecting Anthony Edwards number one overall in the 2020 NBA Draft. How does he fit with the current team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Robinson Cano fails PED test, will miss 2021 season without pay
November 18, 2020 23:15 - 6 minutesThe Athletic’s Tim Britton and Pete McCarthy react to the news that Robinson Cano will be suspended for the 2021 season without pay after testing positive for the PED Stanozolol. Will losing Cano actually help the Mets in 2021? How can they reallocate Cano’s salary to help the roster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Theo Epstein resigns as Cubs' President of Baseball Operations
November 17, 2020 18:35 - 7 minutesMichael Beller and Patrick Mooney discuss Theo Epstein stepping down as the Cubs' President of Baseball Operations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bucks Trade for Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic
November 17, 2020 16:09 - 7 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Eric Nehm break down the 2 Bucks trades for Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic. Will this help the Bucks re-sign Giannis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drew Brees reportedly suffers multiple rib fractures and a collapsed lung - What does it mean for Saints?
November 16, 2020 21:17 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Jeff Duncan and Larry Holder react to reports that Drew Brees has suffered multiple broken ribs and a fractured lung. What do the injuries mean for Brees going forward and what can we expect to see from the Saints at quarterback in the coming weeks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thunder trade Chris Paul to the Suns
November 16, 2020 20:20 - 11 minutesAndrew Schlecht and Sam Amick discuss the Thunder trading Chris Paul and Abdel Nader to the Suns for Kelly Oubre, Ricky Rubio, Ty Jerome, Jalen Leque and a 2022 first round pick. How will it impact the Suns and Thunder moving forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Muschamp out at South Carolina
November 16, 2020 00:51 - 11 minutesThe Athletic's David Ubben & Andy Staples discuss South Carolina's decision to fire Will Muschamp after a 2-5 start to the season. Who will get the now vacant SEC job? Expect Muschamp to land on his feat as a highly paid defensive coordinator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dustin Johnson wins The Masters
November 15, 2020 21:47 - 12 minutesThe Athletic's John Hayes & Brendan Quinn discuss Dustin Johnson's record-breaking Masters win. DJ has cemented his status as one of the game's greats with a 2nd major title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Packers and Notre Dame great Paul Hornung dies at age 84
November 13, 2020 20:04 - 6 minutesMatt Fortuna and Matt Schneidman react to the death of Packers and Notre Dame legend Paul Hornung. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kim Ng becomes the first female GM in MLB history
November 13, 2020 17:32 - 5 minutesThe Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Lindsey Adler react to the news that the Marlins have made Kim Ng the first female General Manager in MLB history. Why was she the right person to break down this barrier? What added pressures will she face? What skills does she possess that will allow her to succeed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Braves' Freddie Freeman wins 2020 NL MVP award
November 12, 2020 23:59 - 8 minutesDavid O'Brien and Meghan Montemurro react to Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman receiving the 2020 NL MVP award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jose Abreu wins the 2020 AL MVP award
November 12, 2020 23:52 - 7 minutesThe Athletic's Tim McMaster along with White Sox reporter James Fegan and Indians reporter Zack Meisel react to Sox first baseball Jose Abreu beating out Indians' third baseman Jose Ramirez for the American League MVP award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trevor Bauer wins 2020 NL Cy Young award
November 11, 2020 23:53 - 6 minutesC. Trent Rosecrans and Andrew Baggarly react to Cincinnati Reds pitcher, Trevor Bauer, winning the 2020 NL Cy Young award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shane Bieber wins the 2020 AL Cy Young award
November 11, 2020 23:43 - 9 minutesThe Athletic's Levi Weaver and Zack Meisel react to Shane Bieber winning the American League Cy Young Award. Levi had a vote for the award and Zack covered Bieber all season. They explain what makes the young starter so good and how the Indians continue to develop top of the rotation starters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices