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JJ & Alex

4,705 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★ - 48 ratings

JJ and Alex features unique takes on the sports news of the moment. Hosted by KSL TV's Jeremiah Jensen, an Emmy award-winning sports anchor and reporter who has been covering sports in Utah since October 2005, and Alex Kirry, a talk radio veteran who has covered BYU for more than a decade. Anything is up for grabs on the show, from the NFL and NBA (Utah Jazz), to the Utah Utes, BYU Cougars, Utah Stae Aggies and even prep sports. Never taking themselves too seriously, if there is a sports topic they love, they want you to hear about it on KSL Sports Zone. 


 


You can hear JJ & Alex live on 97.5 FM or 1280 AM on weekdays from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.


 


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Episodes

FULL SHOW | Hear Gary Bettman & Ryan Smith | What Are The Draft Picks? | How Soon Until Competitive

April 20, 2024 00:29 - 2 hours - 139 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. Jay Stevens of Utah Puck Report How many draft picks does the new Utah team have? When will the playoffs be realistic? NHL to Utah Press Conference First year of NHL is basically sold out of season tickets

HOUR 3 | NHL To Utah Press Conference W/Gary Bettman, Ryan Smith, Others

April 20, 2024 00:23 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

JJ & Alex this hour features the NHL to Utah press conference with Gary Bettman, Ryan Smith, local political leaders and others.

HOUR 2 | Ryan Smith Will Be A Great NHL Owner | Playoffs Within Two Years?

April 19, 2024 23:54 - 39 minutes - 35.2 MB

JJ & Alex keep the hockey talk rolling with Hans Olsen and Scott Garrard talking NHL now that it is official with the team coming to Salt Lake. Everyone is excited and they discuss how soon could it be that this team is vying for the Stanley Cup.

HOUR 1 | How Will Utah Build Its Hockey Team To Be Successful | How Does Draft, Free Agency Work For NHL

April 19, 2024 23:45 - 50 minutes - 45.3 MB

JJ & Alex talk about what it looks like to build a roster and how acquiring players work in the NHL. Jay Stevens of the Utah Puck Report gives the details on draft picks and free agency. When could this team be ready for the playoffs?

FULL SHOW | NHL To Utah Is Official | What Will NHL Team Be Named? | Will The NHL Team Be Good?

April 19, 2024 01:24 - 2 hours - 120 MB

JJ & Alex along with Stevenson Sylvester for a historic day in Utah sports. NHL is officially coming to Utah Jay Stevens of the Utah Puck Report How to watch the new NHL team in town? What will the team name be? How did Ryan Smith pull this off? ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on the NHL coming to Salt Lake City

HOUR 3 | ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on NHL | Jay Stevens of Utah Puck Report | Alex Meruelo Has A Lot To Say

April 19, 2024 01:00 - 44 minutes - 39.3 MB

JJ & Alex keep talking NHL to Utah with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on the NHL, plus Utah Puck Report's Jay Stevens for a local angle on Salt Lake City getting an NHL. Plus, the best and worst of the day.

HOUR 2 | How Will SLC Fit In As A Hockey Town? | How Good Are Their Division Foes?

April 19, 2024 00:51 - 46 minutes - 41 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Stevenson Sylvester to dive into more hockey talk as the NHL is officially coming to Salt Lake City. Sly and JJ talk about how the Utah market fits in with the other NHL teams, how Ryan Smith made this happen, and what will the competition be like for the division that the new NHL team will be a part of.

Jay Stevens | Utah Puck Report | Who's Excited For NHL In Utah

April 19, 2024 00:47 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Utah Puck Reports Jay Stevens to gauge his excitement level for the new NHL team that is coming into town. They discuss potential names and how this all came together as Jay has been chatting with Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith on this move of bringing NHL to Salt Lake City.

ESPN's NHL Writer Greg Wyshynski | Utah Has Its Hockey Team

April 18, 2024 23:51 - 25 minutes - 22.4 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by ESPN NHL hockey writer Greg Wyshynski joins the show to discuss the news that Salt Lake City is getting an NHL team. Who is on this team for the new club and how quickly can this team be good and contend?

HOUR 1 | It's Official, Utah Gets Its NHL Team | Will Salt Lake Get A Winter Classic Game?

April 18, 2024 22:46 - 40 minutes - 35.8 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Stevenson Sylvester to talk a whole lot of hockey with the news that Salt Lake City is getting the Arizona Coyotes. KSL-TV's Sam Farnsworth joins live from Phoenix to discuss the final game for the Coyotes and what those players thoughts are of the move. Also, where should a Winter Classic game be in Salt Lake City?

FULL SHOW | NBA Playoffs | Lost Super Bowl Ring | Last Coyotes Game

April 18, 2024 22:12 - 2 hours - 122 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. NBA Playoffs are underway Is Warriors dynasty done? Zion Willamson is out for Friday's game David Locke on Jaz and playoffs More NHL to Salt Lake rumors Final Coyotes game Jason Kelce lost a Super Bowl ring in a weird way

HOUR 3 | David Locke On Summer Of Jazz | Jason Kelce Loses Super Bowl Ring | Big Hockey News

April 18, 2024 00:09 - 40 minutes - 35.5 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Stevenson Sylvester and they chat with the voice of the Utah Jazz, David Locke about what the Jazz offseason plans might be. The NFL Blitz features a lost Super Bowl ring and a TV hosting gig. Plus, in the best and worst, there is breaking hockey news.

HOUR 2 | Utah Jazz Exit Interviews | Coyotes Last Game In Phoenix | Big Praise for BYU's New Coach

April 17, 2024 23:38 - 45 minutes - 40 MB

JJ & Alex have Stevenson Sylvester talk Utah Jazz as the season is over and they hear from a number of players in their exit media interviews. The Phoenix Coyotes have their final home game tonight and a pending announcement is likely happening on Thursday. Also, Devin Booker has high praise for BYU's new head coach in Kevin Young.

HOUR 1 | NBA Play-In Games Live Up To The Hype | College Football Transfer Portal Is Open

April 17, 2024 22:54 - 48 minutes - 43.3 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Stevenson Sylvester talk about the play-in games from the Western Conference side of the bracket which saw the Lakers advance and the Warriors get eliminated. Zion Willamson had a huge game but won't play on Friday. Also, what do the local schools need in the college football transfer portal, and Utah State is losing quarterbacks.

FULL SHOW | BYU Hired a New Basketball Coach | Danny Ainge End of Season Presser | Alissa Pili Drafted 8th Overall

April 17, 2024 00:30 - 2 hours - 121 MB

It's a busy Tuesday in sports, Jeremiah Jensen and Stevenson Sylvester are here to break things down.  BYU has a new Men's Basketball Coach in Kevin Young.  Danny Ainge and Will Hardy had their end of season Press Conferences for the Jazz.  Utah Women's Basketball Star Alisa Pili was drafted into the WNBA last night.  Mitch Harper joins to talk BYU's hire.  Brian Taylor joins to talk Masters Tim LaComb joins to talk about the Jazz pressers. 

Tim LaComb | Jazz fans should be encouraged by what they heard today

April 17, 2024 00:13 - 14 minutes - 11.6 MB

Tim LaComb from Jazz Pre, Half and Postgame show joins JJ and Sly to talk about the big Jazz Press Conference today, as well as BYU's big hire. 

HOUR 3 | Danny Ainge Presser | Tim LaComb talks Jazz and BYU | Best and Worst of the Day

April 17, 2024 00:11 - 42 minutes - 36.8 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvester for the day.  In Hour 3 Hear part of Danny Ainge's end of season press conference in which he comments on the current state of the roster and what the team plans to do moving forward. Then, Tim LaComb from Jazz Pre, Half and Postgame joins to talk about the latest news with the team as well as BYU's new coach. And wrap up the hour with the Best and Worst of the Day. 

Brian Taylor | What Scottie Scheffler did is one of the toughest things to do

April 16, 2024 23:18 - 17 minutes - 14.4 MB

Brain Taylor from Real Golf Radio joins JJ and Sly to recap a big weekend in Augusta. 

HOUR 2 | Mitch Harper talks Kevin Young Hire | Brian Taylor Recaps the Masters | Alissa Pili Drafted 8th Overall

April 16, 2024 23:17 - 44 minutes - 38.8 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvester for the day.  In Hour 2, KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper joins to talk BYU's hire of Kevin Young to be the new Men's Basketball Head Coach. Then, Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins to recap the Masters. Also, Alissa Pili was drafted eighth overall last night in the WNBA Draft, what does that mean for Utah Women's Basketball going forward? 

Mitch Harper | BYU Nailed Their Men's Basketball Coach

April 16, 2024 22:40 - 14 minutes - 11.9 MB

KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper joins JJ and Sly to talk about BYU hiring Phoenix Suns Assistant Head Coach Kevin Young to be their new Head Coach. 

HOUR 1 | BYU Has a new Men's Basketball Coach | Danny Ainge is ready to go Big Game Hunting | NBA Play In Starts Tonight

April 16, 2024 22:12 - 48 minutes - 42.7 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvester for the day.  In Hour 1, they talk about the big hire BYU made for the Men's Basketball Coach. Then, Danny Ainge gave some insightful comments in his end of season press conference. JJ and Sly talk about his most important quote. To wrap up the hour, the guys preview the NBA Play In Tournament which tips off tonight. 

FULL SHOW | Latest Update on NHL to Utah | What we Learned from Utah Spring Game | Jazz Season is Over

April 16, 2024 00:20 - 2 hours - 116 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvestor for the day.  Lates news on NHL to Utah Masters Recap Weekend Warriors What did we learn from Utah Spring Game? Alema Harrington Talks Jazz season being over NFL Blitz And More! 

HOUR 3 | Alema Harrington talks Jazz | NFL Blitz | Best and Worst of the Day

April 16, 2024 00:13 - 35 minutes - 30.5 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvestor for the day.  In Hour 3, Alema Harrington joins the program to talk about the Jazz and the important offseason ahead of them. In NFL Blitz, hear the latest news surrounding star wide receivers and big contracts. And finish the hour with the best and worst parts of today's show. 

Alema Harrington | Utah Jazz Game Night Host | The Jazz have an important offseason ahead

April 16, 2024 00:09 - 15 minutes - 12.9 MB

Alema Harrington, host of Utah Jazz Game Night, joins the show to talk about the 2023-24 Jazz season and the big offseason ahead of the team. 

HOUR 2 | Ute Football Spring Recap | Jazz Daily | WNBA Draft is tonight

April 16, 2024 00:01 - 52 minutes - 46.1 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvestor for the day.  In Hour 2, they guys talk about what we learned from the Utes Spring Game on Saturday. Then, JJ and Sly talk about the Jazz and their season being over. Also, the WNBA Draft is tonight. Where could some of the biggest stars land?

HOUR 1 | Latest Update on NHL to Utah | Masters Recap | Weekend Warrior

April 16, 2024 00:00 - 41 minutes - 36.3 MB

JJ is joined by Stevenson Sylvester for the day.  In Hour 1, the two discuss the latest breaking news regarding the Arizona Coyotes relocating to Utah. Then, they recap an exciting Masters weekend. And wrap up the hour hearing about an NBA Player and what he did to become a "man of the people."

FULL SHOW | Mark Pope to Kentucky | Jazz snap losing streak | Masters Update | Coyote players want answers

April 13, 2024 00:36 - 2 hours - 111 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. Mitch Harper joins the whole show. Mark Pope takes Kentucky job Who will be next BYU head coach? Masters update with Brian Taylor Who is going to the NFL Draft Jazz snap losing streak in final home game.

HOUR 3 | Who will be BYU's next head coach? | Former Aggie gets an NFL coaching job | Jazz gameday

April 13, 2024 00:23 - 39 minutes - 35.2 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Mitch Harper filling in. They continue to discuss BYU basketball with Mark Pope now off to Kentucky. What players will stay and what coach will they get? NFL Draft news includes a small number of players going to the draft. Also, Chuckie Keeton has a new NFL gig.

HOUR 2 | Masters Update | Coyote Players, Coaches Want Answers | Utah spring game

April 12, 2024 23:14 - 44 minutes - 39.3 MB

JJ & Alex talk some golf and Masters with Real Golf Radio's Brian Taylor and get the latest update as round two is wrapping up. News from Phoenix surrounds the Arizona Coyotes as players are wanting answers as well with a potential move to Salt Lake City. Utah's Forever 22 spring game is this weekend, hear from offensive coordinator Andy Ludwig and defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley.

Brian Taylor | Real Golf Radio | Bryson DeChambeau is doing some weird stuff at the Masters

April 12, 2024 22:52 - 20 minutes - 17.8 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio for an update from the Masters as the second round is wrapping up. What is Bryson DeChambeau doing with his 3-D printed irons to moving objects for a better view.

HOUR 1 | What is next for BYU as Mark Pope is at Kentucky | Jazz end losing streak

April 12, 2024 22:46 - 41 minutes - 37 MB

JJ & Alex have Mitch Harper filling in this week. The two discuss the BYU basketball with Mark Pope taking the Kentucky job and now what does that mean for the Cougars as they are in a coaching search. Also, the Utah Jazz snap its 13-game losing streak with a home win over the Houston Rockets.

HOUR 2 | Greg Wyshynski: NHL on ESPN | Masters Update | Utah's Junior Tafuna

April 12, 2024 22:43 - 42 minutes - 38 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by ESPN's Greg Wyshynski who covers the NHL. They discuss how it got to this point for Utah to possibly get a team. Bob Casper of Real Golf Radio joins the show live from the Masters. Plus, Utah defender Junior Tafuna joins the show after the final spring practice.

FULL SHOW | ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on NHL | Final Jazz Home Game | Mark Pope to Kentucky?

April 12, 2024 00:27 - 2 hours - 116 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. Mitch Harper joins the whole show ESPN NHL analyst Greg Wyshynski Getting the Arizona Coyote perspective Tom Brady to unretire, for the right team? Utah spring football update Masters update

Hour 3 | Mark Pope To Kentucky is gaining steam | Tom Brady maybe returning to NFL?

April 12, 2024 00:18 - 40 minutes - 36 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Mitch Harper this hour and the main topic is the rumors and reports about Mark Pope being connected to the Kentucky job opening. In the NFL, Tom Brady thinks he can make a comeback if teams call hiim.

HOUR 1 | Coyotes Players, Coaches Dealing With Real Life | Jazz Looking To Have Home Winning Record

April 12, 2024 00:10 - 46 minutes - 41.7 MB

JJ & Alex have Mitch Harper joining the show today. The duo talks more NHL and the Coyotes from their experience and perspective. The team has been dealing with these rumors since January. Also, the Utah Jazz are looking to have a winning record at home as they host the Rockets for the home finale. 

ESPN's Greg Wyshynski | How Did Coyotes Get To This Point Of Possibly Moving

April 11, 2024 23:58 - 26 minutes - 22.5 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Greg Wushynski who covers the NHL for ESPN. They discuss the potential move of the Arizona Coyotes to Salt Lake, how they got to this point with the Coyotes and what type of team that Salt Lake could get.

David Locke | Collin Sexton nearly played every game, plus reaction to NHL likely moving to Salt Lake City

April 11, 2024 01:05 - 18 minutes - 15.5 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by the voice of the Utah Jazz David Locke. They discuss what a possible NHL team to Salt Lake means for the area and also the Jazz. Plus, his thoughts on Collin Sexton nearly getting it done by playing every game this year.

FULL SHOW | So Much NHL Talk | Coyotes Moving To Salt Lake? | How Did SLC Get Involved in NHL Talk

April 11, 2024 01:01 - 2 hours - 111 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. Mitch Harper joins the whole show. All signs point the Arizona Coyotes moving to Salt Lake Ryan Smith is what the NHL wants in an owner David Locke, voice of the Jazz reacts to NHL likely coming to Salt Lake Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio talks Masters that begins Thursday How bright of a future do the Coyotes have?

HOUR 3 | Frank Seravalli, NHL Insider | David Locke talks Jazz, future NHL team

April 11, 2024 00:53 - 42 minutes - 37.9 MB

JJ & Alex keep the hockey talk rolling by hearing from Frank Seravalli of the Daily Face Off when he joined Scotty & Hans. Also, the voice of the Utah Jazz David Locke gives his thoughts on a potential hockey team coming to Salt Lake, plus his latest thoughts on the Utah Jazz as the season is coming to an end.

HOUR 2 | Masters Update | How Good Will The Coyotes Be In The Future

April 11, 2024 00:40 - 41 minutes - 36.4 MB

JJ & Alex have a Masters update with Real Golf Radio's Brian Taylor which includes a likely weather delay for the opening round. Also, with all of the news that the Arizona Coyotes could be moving to Salt Lake City, we discuss how good they could be. Also, are the Utes going after a QB in the transfer portal?

HOUR 1 | NHL Hockey To SLC Looks Promising | Jay Stevens Of Utah Puck Report

April 10, 2024 22:55 - 37 minutes - 33.1 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Mitch Harper filling in this week. They talk a lot of NHL with all signs pointing to the Phoenix Coyotes moving to Salt Lake City. Also, Jay Stevens of the Utah Puck Report joins to discuss his interview series with Ryan Smith and what he knows about the NHL possibly moving to Utah.

Jay Stevens of Utah Puck Report | If NHL hockey to Utah will be a wonderful thing

April 10, 2024 22:14 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Jay Stevens of the Utah Puck Report to get a handle on the latest rumors and reports about the Phoenix Coyotes possibly moving to Salt Lake City as soon as next season.

FULL SHOW | UConn repeats | More NHL issues in PHX | Masters Week is here | Jazz gameday

April 10, 2024 00:39 - 2 hours - 113 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. KSL Sports BYU Insider Mitch Harper UConn creating a dynasty? What if BYU's Mark Pope takes the Kentucky job Early look at Big 12 hoops next year What team needs the perfect draft? Tim LaComb, Utah Jazz radio analyst Bob Casper, Real Golf Radio

Tim LaComb | Jazz vs. Nuggets | UConn wins national title

April 10, 2024 00:28 - 24 minutes - 20.7 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Utah Jazz radio analyst Tim LaComb to talk all things NBA, plus the men's national title game.

HOUR 3 | Jazz Gameday vs. Nuggets | Who needs to nail the NFL Draft?

April 10, 2024 00:19 - 36 minutes - 32.4 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Tim LaComb to talk Utah Jazz, NCAA Tournament and BYU basketball. Then the NFL Blitz we go through what NFL teams that must have a perfect NFL Draft to have ag great 2024 season.

HOUR 2 | More NHL updates in PHX that benefit Utah | Early look at Big 12 basketball rankings

April 10, 2024 00:16 - 47 minutes - 42 MB

JJ & Alex talk more about the NHL situation in Phoenix that is more and more benefiting Salt Lake City if the Coyotes were to move to Utah. Also, who will be the best Big 12 basketball team once the Pac-12 schools join the conference.

Bob Casper of Real Golf Radio | Can Tiger Woods win another Masters?

April 09, 2024 23:14 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MB

JJ & Alex are joined by Real Golf Radio host Bob Casper to preview the Masters which gets underway this Thursday. What is his favorite Masters memory and if Tiger Woods can win another Masters.

HOUR 1 | Masters updates | UConn a budding dynasty | Augusta or Pebble Beach?

April 09, 2024 22:19 - 44 minutes - 39.1 MB

JJ & Alex have Mitch Harper in studio today. They discuss if the men's national title game lived up to the hype between UConn and Purdue. The Huskies won and are now back-to-back national champions. Real Golf Radio's Bob Casper joined the show live from Augusta to preview the Masters which starts this week.

FULL SHOW | Women's title game was epic | NFL Draft player comps | Will UConn vs. Purdue live up to the hype?

April 09, 2024 00:16 - 2 hours - 119 MB

JJ & Alex take you through the day in sports. Stevenson Sylvester fills in for Alex Kirry. What should we name the potential new NHL hockey team in Utah? Women's national title game was epic, can it continue? NFL Draft player comparisons? UConn vs. Purdue in the men's final A little positivity for the Utah Jazz

HOUR 3 | Will men's title game live up to the hype? | NFL Draft comps | Best & Worst

April 09, 2024 00:13 - 39 minutes - 34.7 MB

JJ & Alex have Stevenson Sylvester filling in today. They discuss UConn vs. Purdue in the men's national title game and if it can live up to the hype of the women's final that was a great game with millions watching. Also, they discuss NFL player comps as the draft approaches.

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