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Trouble brewing in Boston for Craig Breslow? Aaron Judge and the Yanks need good news! Downtown Dallas losing pro sports!? (Episode 1466 Hour 1) Jun 03, 2026

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Hey, this will likely be the last show of the week! We apologize and will return Monday!

Today’s word of the day is ‘support’ as in the Red Sox as in Boston as in Theo Epstein as in Craig Breslow as in John Henry. The Red Sox are not a good team. The Red Sox fired Alex Cora earlier in the season and nothing changed. Are they too analytic? A new report suggest they might be!? (20:08) The Yankees need good news about Aaron Judge. Have to have him healthy. A rib injury is causing shoulder pain in his swing. Yikes. (28:20) What is happening to downtown Dallas? The Stars and Mavericks both announced they would be leaving the area. From two teams to no teams? Every Dallas pro team will be just Dallas in name? (38:50) Review: Ladies First. (42:45) The NBA Finalsnals start tonight. A rematch of 1999. The Knicks vs the Spurs. Wemby vs Brunson! (50:00) NPPOD

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ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - Can Both These Teams Lose | Joe Fortenbaugh Joins Jun 02, 2026

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On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow is not impressed with the Stanley Cup Final because of his disdain for both teams. Nonetheless, he goes on the record with his pick. Zas is joined by ESPN's Joe Fortenbaugh, to give out the picks for the Stanley Cup, the NBA Finals, and also recap a huge weekend in WWE, including Brock Lesnar taking down Oba Femi. And, Zaslow addresses Lucy leaving Meadowlark Media.

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Myles Garrett from "CAREER BROWN" to traded? Will the Bears get a deal done? An Aspiration update! (Episode 1465 Hour 2) Jun 02, 2026

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The Cleveland Browns are funny. Myles Garrett has been traded to the Rams. Two months we were told it would never happen! (13:20) AJ Bown has been traded. Can you believe it? Was this a shocker? (20:20) What is going on with the Chicago Bears new stadium? Why haven’t they picked a location? Why aren’t shovels in the ground? Are they headed to Indiana? (29:00) Aspiration update! The co-founder was sentenced to 14 years in jail! (39:05) The NBA finals is almost here! Spurs vs Knicks. Have you seen this get-in prices? (45:30) Stephen A Smith was in the Financial Times. Is he going to run for President?

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MLB CBA FIGHT: The back-and-forth will continue! Buckle up! Why anonymous execs are saying MLB expansion is NOT happening! (Episode 1465 Hour 1) Jun 02, 2026

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Germany trip continued - thanks again for sticking with us throughout all the audio, video, lighting problems!

Today’s word of the day is ‘tactics’ as in MLBPA as in MLB as in messaging as in proposals as in arguing as in yelling as in bashing. Bruce Meyer has come out swinging. Bruce Meyer had harsh responses to the proposal that MLB sent last week. Was there a new proposal? No! Same one, but this time he spoke with the media over it. And then MLB had to respond. (26:20) Could President Trump be the key to this negotiation? Maybe! (32:11) What is going on with expansion in baseball? Is it not happening? (38:40) Review: Half Man. (42:44) NPPOD. (45:00) The Royals have a stadium issue. It’s about financing. It’s always about financing.

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ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - But Do They Hate To Lose Jun 01, 2026

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On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow does not feel bad at all for Chet Holmgren, and tells you exactly why not. Also, Zaslow wonders if the only reason Rich Paul has a podcast, is to try and prove LeBron James is better than Michael Jordan. And, Zaslow tells why he'd much rather have guys like Shai Gilgous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama than guys like Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid.

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MLB in May! June predictions! A freak injury I have NEVER seen before! MORE ABS challenge problems!? (Episode 1464 Hour 2) Jun 01, 2026

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If you didn't read the description from Hour 1 -- David is in Germany for the week. Apologies for any freezes or quality issues. Thank you for your understanding!

What happened in Major League Baseball during May? A lot of good baseball, and a lot of bad baseball. (23:10) Jesus Sanchez was hurt from a ball from the stands during a game? Excuse me? What? (28:10) More ABS problems? Who could have seen that coming!? (34:40) Fernando Tatis Jr hit his first home run of the season. How exciting! Well the Padres need Tatis if they want to compete this year. (39:31) Something happened with the Washington Nationals that needs to be discussed.

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Spurs take down the Thunder! What does OKC do now? More on the MLB CBA negotiations! Bryce Harper speaks! (Episode 1464 Hour 1) Jun 01, 2026

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David is doing the shows from Germany this week as he explained during the episode. We apologize for any freezes, poor quality with audio or video, thank you for your understanding!

Today’s word of the day is ‘now’ as the Spurs as in the Thunder as in the Knicks as in the NBA as in the NBA finals. The Spurs have done it. They took down the Thunder in seven games. Wemby won MVP against the league MVP. But what about the Thunder? It is so hard to repeat. (16:10) We need to do some updates on the CBA proposal from the league and the union. I have some corrections that need to be made. (28:18) The Miami Marlins have sold a 15% stake in the team to try and pay down debt. A $1.55 billion valuation. (35:00) Review: Hacks. (38:26) NPPOD. (43:30) The French Open is happening. Upsets everywhere! We’ll have new champions!

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ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - Thunder Got Punked | Zach Harper Joins May 29, 2026

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On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow believes that tomorrow night's Game 7 could be a legendary moment for Victor Wembanyama. Also, why are the Thunder allowing the Spurs to punk them? Plus, Zaslow is joined by NBA Radio's, Zach Harper.

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MLB sends first counter to MLBPA: A salary floor-and-cap! MLBPA fires back! Let's explain what's happening! May 29, 2026

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The first counteroffer from Major League Baseball has been sent to the MLBPA. For the first time since the 1994 strike, the league has called for a floor-and-cap system in MLB. Let's go over everything else in the proposal and the harsh response from the union. Coca joins me with some questions that fans would certainly be interested in!

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ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - Top Five Horror Movies May 28, 2026

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On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow is ready for Game 6 in San Antonio tonight, and is proud of his son for understanding that Tony Brothers is a terrible referee. Also, Zaslow explains why the Thunder being a villain is a good thing. Plus, who is the commentator who says the dopiest things? And, Zaslow gives his Top Five Horror Movies, after watching "Obsession" this week.

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