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NHL Playoffs- Penguins Drop Game 1, Lakers/Warriors, Basketball Hall of Fame Suggestion May 17, 2021

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Cousin Sal and Dave recap a big sports weekend as the NHL playoffs begin with underdogs and road teams winning Game 1. The Penguins lose Game 1 to the Islanders and over confident Dave blames the loss on bad goaltending from Tristan Jarry. The Capitals won Game 1 of their series as Tom Wilson scored the first goal of the playoffs; the guys look at the odds on Monday night’s games (02:00).

The NBA playoffs are now set and Sal regrets not betting a huge 10 team parlay. The guys discuss the Lakers/Warriors line and Lebron saying that Steph is the MVP. Dave thinks it’s unfair that the top seed in the Western Conference will have to play either the Warriors or Lakers; plus is Nikola Jokic not being flashy, hurting his MVP chances (18:00)?

Sal has a small problem with the Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony and has a suggestion to honor Craig Sager and improve the orange jackets (30:30).

Then the guys discuss the Preakness as Rombauer bests Medina Spirit (39:45) and the Crown Royal Athletes of the Week – Sal predicts some big hits from Albert Pujols with the Dodgers and Dave pays homage to Marv Albert (43:30).

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2021 NFL Schedule Released, Belichick versus Brady, Forbes Highest Paid Athletes May 13, 2021

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NFL schedule release day! Cousin Sal and Dave reaction to the 2021 NFL schedule and highlight some of the big games including opening night Cowboys @ Bucs. Dave always looks at the Thanksgiving games first and thinks the Lions shouldn’t get this game anymore or at least move the game outside.

Sal doesn’t like many teams wins going overs but Dave is much more optimistic including his Steelers going over 9 games. Dave thinks there should be more swooning over Tom Brady and is Week 4 Bucs at Patriots the most anticipated regular season games ever?

The guys discuss this being a bounce back year for Mike McCarthy and the Cowboys, Aaron Rodgers future with the Packers and the case for Jameis Winston and the Saints.

Then Sal bets Dave he can’t name Forbes new list of highest paid athletes. Finally, Sal calls out Dave for rambling on Minus 3 about Mario Lemieux.

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Medina Spirit is Canceled, Mets Rat/Raccoon Gate, DK Metcalf Keeps it 100 May 10, 2021

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Cousin Sal has to save the day on Mother’s Day for all his kids and did anyone care about Elon Musk hosting SNL (02:00)?

Medina Spirit had a positive drug test and Bob Baffert is saying the horse is a victim of cancel culture. Cousin Sal and Dave discuss if horses should be allowed to take steroids and what did the horse know (04:45)?

Sal and Dave make their bets as Dave likes Bruins (-1.5)/Islanders and Sal likes Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers (-14.5)/Rockets. Sal explains the new NBA playoff format to Dave and the excitement over a potential Lebron/Steph matchup in a 7 versus 8 match-up (12:00).

Then with the 2021 NFL schedule being released this week the guys talk FanDuel’s regular season over/under wins. The Mets have controversy of their own as Jeff McNeil and Francisco Lindor explain a dugout uproar was over a rat or a raccoon sighting (28:00).

Finally, it’s the Crown Royal Athletes of the Week as Sal raises a glass to Canelo Alvarez and Dave pays tribute to DK Metcalf after he trying to qualify for the Olympics by running the 100 meters (54:45).

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Tebow Time (Again), Tom Wilson/Rangers, and Lessons in Lemieux May 06, 2021

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Cousin Sal is trying to impress his doctor as he gears up for his physical-exam he missed last year (02:00).

The New York Rangers and Washington Capitals face off again after Tom Wilson’s dirty hit, but Sal thinks fans may be overreacting. Dave thinks there’s a history of violence with Tom Wilson that needs to be considered (06:30).

Sal talks about the upcoming ’86 Mets 30 for 30 and his favorite parts so far (13:15).

Then Sal and Dave give some picks including the Nationals (-106) over the Braves (18:00). The Baltimore Orioles’ John Means throws a no-hitter and Sal has an idea for FanDuel; offering odds on who will pitch the next no-hitter and/or being able to bet on pitchers to throw a no-hitter (22:00). The Yankees stay hot and beat the Astros again and can Shohei Ohtani win the American League MVP if he isn’t even the MVP of his own team (25:15)?

Dave and Sal discuss the latest with Aaron Rodgers and disagree on his future with the Packers (27:00). Plus, could Tim Tebow be reunited with Urban Meyer in Jacksonville (35:30)?

Harry blew the first ever Extra Points First to Ten Tuesday bet (40:00). Then the guys discuss NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Odds (42:30).

The Clippers/Lakers play Thursday night and Lebron is sitting out as the Lakers look to avoid the playoff play-in games (47:00).

Finally, a fan leaves Dave a voicemail correcting him on how to pronounce Mario Lemieux (52:30).

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Michael Lombardi on Aaron Rodgers Future, 49ers Original Draft Plans, Mac to Pats May 03, 2021

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Cousin Sal and Dave recap a big weekend in sports from the NFL Draft to the Kentucky Derby, as the Mets just hang on for a win and the Packers are trying to hang onto Aaron Rodgers (02:00).

Former NFL executive, Michael Lombardi joins the show and the guys first talk about how it’s been 20 years since the Pine Barrens episode of The Sopranos first aired (08:30). Mike talks about how no one doing these mock drafts really knows anything and he doesn’t believe the 49ers coaches didn’t know who they were drafting with the #3 pick. He discusses how the 49ers could have originally traded up to draft Mac Jones but were then convinced to take Trey Lance (10:30).

Mike doesn’t see Aaron Rodgers being traded and the 49ers may not have had to trade up to draft Trey Lance. He believes Mac Jones and Trevor Lawrence will be the best quarterbacks from this draft and reminded that all the Alabama players say Mac Jones is better than Tua (17:00).

The guys discuss the AFC North and Najee Harris was too talented for the Steelers to pass up, how the Raiders and Jon Gruden have struggled with personnel decisions and why Jared Goff’s contract has made things difficult for other top tier quarterbacks. Then after the Jets two Michael Carters, Mike tells the story of Tampa Bay turning in the wrong card (25:15).

Dave and Sal discuss which teams they could see not making the playoffs and disagree on both the Seahawks and Steelers (30:30). Then it’s a quick recap on the Kentucky Derby (42:00), Bucks/Nets and the Lakers schedule down the stretch as they look to avoid the playoff play-in round (47:30). Finally, the guys give out their Crown Royal Athletes of the Week and discuss The Sopranos versus Breaking Bad (55:15).

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NFL Draft Prop Bets, Fields Falling, Teddy Two Gloves, and Gambling Film Characters Draft Apr 29, 2021

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Sal is beyond frustrated for Jacob DeGrom (2-2) as he suffers another tough loss because the Mets gave him little support (02:00).

With the NFL Draft tomorrow night, the Denver Broncos traded for Teddy Bridgewater but the guys still think they may draft another quarterback. Sal and Dave discuss how Justin Fields could drop to a variety of teams and the chances he ends up with the New England Patriots. Dave thinks both the Chargers and Broncos could challenge the KC Chiefs in the AFC West, plus how Patriots fans have turned on Bill Belichick after all he’s done for the franchise (08:00).

The guys give some NFL Draft prop bets including Sal liking Rashawn Slater going top ten (-155) and Dave picking a running back to go in the first round which leads to the debate of taking running backs in round one. Sal hopes the Cowboys take Michigan defensive end Kwity Paye, while Dave wants the Steelers to take Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins if he’s there. Then, does Mikey Meatballs look just like Trevor Lawerence (11:30).

In honor of the NFL Draft and the Oscars, Sal, Dave, Jim and Joel draft the best all-time gambling-centric characters from movies. Sal takes issue with Joel’s picks and Jim loosely uses the term gambling (38:00).

Steelers offensive lineman Alan Faneca selected Hines Ward to induct him into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, which leads to the question who you would want to be your presenter? Finally, Dave weights in on the best fictional football player of all-time (01:04:00).

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Kurt Warner, Quarterback Draft Order, Steelers/Najee Harris, UFC 261, DeGrom Dominates Apr 26, 2021

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Cousin Sal loses money on The Oscars as Sir Anthony Hopkins wins the award for Best Actor over the late Chadwick Boseman. Sal likes the Rays (+102) over the A’s and Dave is taking the Avalanche (-110) over the Blues.

Pro Football Hall of Famer and Super Bowl MVP Kurt Warner joins to discuss the NFL Draft and how picking a quarterback is all so speculative. Kurt says Zach Wilson’s athleticism reminds him of Patrick Mahomes in college and thinks he goes #2 behind Trevor Lawerence. Kurt thinks the 49ers go Mac Jones and sees a similar comparison to Jimmy G; Trey Lance has the most upside but still needs time.

Then Cousin Sal sees if Kurt knows how much a signed HyVee grocery store bag goes for on eBay.

Sal and Dave discuss the more and more they think Trey Lance is the 49ers pick and Justin Fields could drop to Denver- which Dave thinks could make them a playoff team this season.

The guys discuss who will be the first running back taken in the draft and Dave now thinks the Steelers take Najee Harris if he’s there.

Sal recaps UFC 261 and says he doesn’t need to see legs being broken and has an idea for a new feed to show less gruesome injuries.

Then the guys pick their Crown Royal Athletes of the Week as Sal goes with Jacob DeGrom who pitched a 15 strikeout, complete game shutout, lowered his ERA and raised his batting average. Dave pays tribute to Fernando Tatis Jr. and Sideny Crosby who scored with a .1 seconds left for a brutal bad beat if you bet the Devils.

Finally, a fan thinks Dave is pronouncing Mario Lemeiuex’s name wrong.

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Michael Irvin, Mike Tomlin’s Extension, 88 and 47, Hall of Fame Slot Receivers, NFL Draft Apr 22, 2021

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Dave weighs in on the NFL’s new rule to expand eligible jersey numbers for certain positions and he asks for more time (02:30). Cousin Sal has an interesting idea on how to refund NBA ticket holders based on if a star sits because of load management (14:15).

The guys discuss Mike Tomlin signing a 3-year extension with the Steelers and over/under 1.5 how many more Super Bowls he’ll get to with the Steelers (21:45).

Then Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin joins the show and explains why he doesn’t want the Cowboys to retire the number 88 and wants to see it on the field. Plus, meeting Drew Pearson for the first time, on why Jimmy Johnson wanted him to keep the #47 at the University of Miami and why Steelers’ fans needed someone to blame for their losing streak and took it out on JuJu Smith-Schuster dancing (25:15).

"The Playmaker" also recalls nearly getting thrown off the team at the University of Miami because of a piece of steak, getting drafted by the Cowboys and in the NFL Draft it’s difficult to find greatness because you have to see if players have more than just talent, but the commitment and hunger to win (43:00).

Michael Irvin gives his thoughts on Julian Edelman and the Hall of Fame and why there should be a slot WR position for the Hall of Fame for players like Edelman and Hines Ward. Finally, who the 49ers might take in the NFL Draft (58:00).

Sal remembers the time his father came to watch him host Win Ben Stein’s Money (01:13:30).

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Jake Paul/Ben Askren Fight, Yankees Struggling, Baseball 7 Innings, Brad Stevens/IU Apr 19, 2021

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Cousin Sal and Dave recap their weekends as Dave watched Godfather and Godfather II asks if you could only watch one for the rest of your life which would it be? Sal gives a controversial take that Good Fellas is actually the better movie. Sal’s friend Randy visited and went to Sal’s son’s Little League game and heckled the kids then went and ate ribs.

Sal has mixed feelings about the Jake Paul/Ben Askren fight and tries to highlight everything from Ric Flair officiating a slap fight to Pete Davidson insulting the fighters. Jim enjoyed it but thought there was too much music. Sal thinks Extra Points should start an app where we have people fight and thinks of possible matchups. Dave wants to see Logan Paul fight a hockey player or Vontaze Burfict- then he remembers the time Jake Paul threw $20 at his daughter and laughed (04:15).

The Yankees are struggling losing five in a row and falling 4.5 games behind the Red Sox; Jay Bruce decided to retire. Plus, the Dodgers/Padres rivalry is good for baseball. Sal likes the 7 inning games and thinks to keep fans interested this could be a good idea permanently (22:00).

The guys then discuss Trevor Lawrence’s quotes about his motivation, NFL Draft Odds and who could fall to the Denver Broncos. Sal thinks this 17th game should be a bigger deal especially with teams who have a first places schedule (49:00).

Brad Stevens reportedly was offered and turned down $70 million from Indiana and now Dave hearing he was going to leave the Boston Celtics doesn’t sound so crazy (01:00:00). Then the guys give their Crown Royal Athletes of the Week- as Sal crowns Jake Paul (01:02:15).

Finally, Sal still can’t believe Dave agreed with Hench that Julian Edelman belongs in the Hall of Fame and discuss it again (01:05:30).

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Edelman Hall of Fame Case, Aaron Donald, Rodgers Jeopardy Host Odds, Happy Birthday Pete Rose Apr 15, 2021

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Cousin Sal and Dave react to the news that Jadeveon Clowney signed with the Cleveland Browns and decide it really doesn’t make a big difference on the AFC North odds. They discuss the new 17 game schedule and Sal believes it will be harder for teams who have a first-place schedule (02:00).

Kevin Hench joins to make the argument for Julian Edelman in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and basically rants for a long time about how the regular season doesn’t matter and lots of other Pro-Patriots stuff (09:30). Finally, Hench leaves and the guys discuss the most clutch catches in Super Bowl history (30:00).

Aaron Donald has assault charges filed against him and who in the world would mess with him (38:00)? Plus, people love Aaron Rodgers as the host of Jeopardy but Dave doesn’t get it (41:00). Sal gives a Mets bet tip and Timberwolves rookie Anthony Edwards doesn’t know who Alex Rodriguez is; how is that possible (44:00)?

Finally, Pete Rose turned 80 and is giving gambling picks for a monthly fee; Sal tells the story of how he got to interview Pete Rose and the family memory with his son (52:15).

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