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PMS 2.0 1515 - World Baseball Classic Quarterfinal Preview, Adam Schefter, Jeff Passan, Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark, Quentin Richardson, Michael Pittman Jr., & AJ Hawk Mar 13, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s USA baseball Quarterfinal matchup with Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic, wrap up everything with Free Agency, discuss the craziness happening in the NBA, and NCAA basketball being in full swing in conference tournament season with Selection Sunday this weekend. Joining the progrum to put a tidy bow on free agency is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to preview this weekend’s World Baseball Classic matchups. Then, Commissioner of the Big 12, Brett Yormark joins the show to chat about changing the LED court to traditional hardwood at the Big 12 Tournament, and the Presidential Roundtable around NIL. Later, 2000 1st round pick, 3 point contest champion, 13 year NBA veteran, and current ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the progrum to give an update on everything that has happened around the NBA. Lastly, new starting WR for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Michael Pittman Jr. joins the show to chat about the trade from Indianapolis to Pittsburgh, finding out while he was in Uganda, if he’s had any conversation with Aaron Rodgers, finding his footing in the locker room, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1514 - The Italians Save Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, Team Italy/Royals 1B Vinnie Pasquantino, Mark Schlabach Previews The Players Championship, JJ Watt, & AJ Hawk Mar 12, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Team Italy saving Team USA in the World Baseball Classic as they beat Mexico 9-1 to move on to the single elimination rounds along with Team USA, they continue to track some of the free agency moves, chat more about the Ravens situation with Maxx Crosby after GM Eric De Costa’s interview yesterday, and everything else going on in the sports world. Joining the progrum to recap last night, the vibes around the Italian team, why these games are so special, and much more is Team Italy and Kansas City Royals 1B, Vinnie Pasquantino. Next, New York Times best-selling author and golf columnist, Mark Schlabach joins the show to preview The Players Championship. Later, future Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, 3x NFL DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, and color commentator for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt, joins the progrum to recap everything that has happened over the course of free agency thus far, his thoughts on the Maxx Crosby situation, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on tomorrow, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1513 - Ravens Back Out of the Maxx Crosby Trade, Team USA Baseball's Nightmare Scenario, Dr. David Chao, Daniel Jones, Jeff Passan, Adam Schefter, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk Mar 11, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys react to the news that the Baltimore Ravens have officially backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade after he failed the physical, and what ramifications that will have around the league as the Ravens immediately pivoted to signing Trey Hendrickson to a 4 year $112 million deal. They also discuss Team USA baseball’s massive upset loss to Team Italy last night in the World Baseball Classic and how they now need help to get out of pool play, as well as everything else happening around the NFL as the new league year is upon us. Joining the progrum to chat about Maxx Crosby failing his physical with the Ravens, how common this is, and more is the Pro Football Doc, Dr. David Chao. Next, fresh off signing a new 2 year deal, the starting QB for the Indianapolis Colts, Daniel Jones joins the show to chat about his achilles and leg recovery, his new deal with the Colts, what his time table is looking like, and why he’s so excited for next season. Next, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the progrum to break down how exactly Team USA lost to Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic, who is going to get the most blame, and what they need to get out of pool play and into the knockout stages. Lastly, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the progrum to chat about the Maxx Crosby situation, which players might still be traded, Trey Hendrickson singing with the Baltimore Ravens, and all the other things that need to be wrapped up. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on tomorrow, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1512 - Free Agency Frenzy Day 2 LIVE From The ThunderDome with Adam Schefter, Dan Orlovsky, Peter Schrager, Travis Kelce, Connor McGovern, & Darius Butler Mar 10, 2026

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On today's show, Pat, Darius, and the boys are joined LIVE from the ThunderDome by ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky, and ESPN NFL Insider/pundit Peter Schrager for day 2 of Free Agency Frenzy as deals and trades start are still coming in. They are also joined by future Hall of Famer and Chiefs TE, Travis Kelce, and Bills Center Connor McGovern, fresh off a new deal. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday for Free Agency Frenzy. Cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1511 - Free Agency Frenzy LIVE From The ThunderDome with Adam Schefter, Dan Orlovsky, Peter Schrager, Alec Pierce, Malik Willis, AQ Shipley, & Darius Butler Mar 09, 2026

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On today's show, Pat, Darius, and the boys are joined LIVE from the ThunderDome by ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky, and ESPN NFL Insider/pundit Peter Schrager for the start of Free Agency Frenzy as deals and trades start coming in left and right. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday for Free Agency Frenzy. Cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1510 - World Baseball Classic Team USA vs Brazil Preview, Shams Charania, North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi, & AJ Hawk Mar 06, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys wrap up everything that happened this week in the NFL as a few more players are being released ahead of the tampering period opening on Monday, they preview the World Baseball Classic as Team USA plays Brazil tonight, all the NBA and NCAA basketball games this weekend, the UFC, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the show to chat about Jayson Tatum potentially rejoining the Celtics and playing tonight after an Achilles tear is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and current General Manager of the North Carolina Football team, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about their offseason, and give his takes on everything happening around the NFL currently including Kyler Murray, AJ Brown potentially getting traded, DJ Moore going to the Bills, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday for Free Agency Frenzy. Cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1509 - Adam Schefter, Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua, Peter Schrager, Ernest, & AJ Hawk Mar 06, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Bears trading DJ Moore to the Bills for a 2nd round pick, how many more trades might happen in the coming days and what to expect as free agency is right around the corner, the World Baseball Classic officially starting last night as Australia and Korea notched big wins, and they pay tribute to National Champion, College Football Hall of Famer, and overall legend, Lou Holtz, as he sadly passed away at 89. Joining the progrum to give on update on the DJ Moore trade and what to expect in the coming days is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, former CEO of the PGA of America, President and Chairman of NBC Sports, and now Athletic Director at Notre Dame, Pete Bevacqua joins to the show to tell a few stories about Lou Holtz. Next, ESPN NFL Insider/pundit, host of the Schrager Hour, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about his expectations with free agency, what he heard about the DJ Moore trade, and what he’s hearing on the Maxx Crosby front. Later, country music hit maker Ernest joins the progrum live in studio to chat about his show tonight at the Egyptian Room in Indianapolis, his songwriting process, his new tour, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1508 - Boston Bruins Defenseman Charlie McAvoy, Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe Olympic Gold Medalist Alex Ferreira, Aaron Rodgers, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk Mar 04, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss Kyler Murray being released by the Cardinals, and why a lot of people are connecting him to the Vikings, TGL’s electric finish last night with Tom Kim getting a hole in one to send Jupiter Links GC to the playoffs, Team USA having their final exhibition game, and everything happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum is Boston Bruins Defenseman and Olympic Gold Medalist, Charlie McAvoy to chat about the gold medal run, and being back in the grind of the NHL. Next, Olympic Gold Medalist in the Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe, Alex Ferreira to chat about how insane the type of skiing he does is, his alter ego Hotdog Hans, and more. Later, 4x NFL MVP, and Super Bowl Champion/ Super Bowl MVP Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his season his Pittsburgh, his life off the field, how much he’s entertained going back to Pittsburgh, Mike McCarthy being the new Head Coach, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 1507 - Franchise Tag Deadline Day, Jeff Passan, 3x Olympic Gold Medalist Mikaela Shiffrin, Adam Schefter, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk Mar 03, 2026

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On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the looming franchise tag deadline, Ken Walker III probably not going back to Seattle, Daniel Jones signing the transition tag to stay with the Colts, and all the other different players either being tagged or not tagged, they discuss the World Baseball Classic as Team USA has their first exhibition game today, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum to chat about the World Baseball Classic, Tarik Skubal’s outlook for this season, and his new deal is ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan. Next, 3x Olympic Gold Medalist, one of the most decorated alpine skiers of all-time, Mikaela Shiffrin joins the show to chat about her Olympics, still being over in Italy competing, coming back to the 2026 Olympics after disappointment at the 2022 Olympic Games, and much more. Later, ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the show to chat about the franchise tag deadline, what he’s hearing about some potential trades including Maxx Crosby and AJ Brown, the Vikings Quarterback situation, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow, cheers.

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PMS 2.0 - 1506 Live From Arizona at The World Baseball Classic, Adam Schefter, Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper, Clayton Kershaw, David Ross, Paul Skenes, Cal Raleigh, Scott Boras Mar 02, 2026

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Matt Brown3:55 PM (2 minutes ago)to meOn today's show, Pat, Darius Butler & the boys are LIVE from Scottsdale, Arizona at the Giants Baseball complex, where Team USA is training ahead of the World Baseball Classic. At the top of the show, ESPN's Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter to help us recap the NFL Combine and discuss the breaking news that Lions RB David Montgomery has been traded to the Houston Texans, where Daniel Jones' free agency stands, and more. Next, 3x AL MVP, 7x All Star, Captain of the New York Yankees, Aaron Judge joins the show to talk about the team's energy heading into the World Baseball Classic, what it means to wear the USA jersey, how he approaches big moments, his leadership approach, and more. Next, we are joined by 8x All-Star, 2x NL MVP, & NLCS MVP, Phillies' Bryce Harper, who tells us some breaking news about his past free agency interest with the San Francisco Giants, what it means to represent the United States of America, his relationship with Aaron Judge & Kyle Schwarber, and more. In the second hour, we are joined NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and the reigning Home Run King, Big Dumper Cal Raleigh and then 11x All Star, 3x World Series Champ, 3x Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw drops by in some epic USA gear. To close the show, MLB's most powerful agent, Founder & CEO of the Boras Corp, Scott Boras stops by to discuss the CBA negotiations and potential lock out, the upcoming free agency of Tarik Skubal, what motivates him to be the best agent in baseball, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers.

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