The Reno Slant

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040: Nevada baseball great Austin Byler + New Pack hoops commit Zane Meeks, Nevada baseball playoff hopes still have a pulse, Jordan Brown May 16, 2019

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Nevada baseball dug deep and found necessary sweep at San Jose State to keep playoff hopes alive (5:49). Pack baseball great Austin Byler reminisces on his time in Reno, his up-and-down pro career, and battling adversity (17:24). New Nevada hoops signee Zane Meeks talks about life at 6-9, what it’s like being heavily recruited, and moving the three-point line back (45:05). What needs to happen for Nevada baseball to get into the postseason (1:03:05)? For slants, the Shoups talk NBA Conference Finals, Vegas golf in July, and #OperationPackBack (1:17:08).

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039: Nevada centerfielder Jaylon McLaughlin + Steve Alford commit Kane Milling, Wolf Pack baseball on the ropes, Matt Mumme’s offense May 09, 2019

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Nevada baseball had a weekend to forget against Fresno (6:18). Centerfielder Jaylon McLaughlin discusses the vibe in the locker room, his breakout year, and why he loves Moana (17:00). Kane Milling from France, Steve Alford’s first commit, talks about his decision, what he knows about Reno, and American food he’s excited for (29:13). Wolf Pack baseball heads to San Jose State this weekend and needs a sweep (43:34). For slants, the Shoups discuss the Reno pros, Matt Mumme, and 2019 Mackay attendance (1:00:08).

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038: Nevada ace Ryan Anderson, Nevada baseball playoffs start now, #OperationPackBack is back May 02, 2019

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Nevada football spring ball is in the books, now what (5:17)? Nevada baseball endured a frustrating weekend at Air Force (12:46). Wolf Pack ace and Spanish Springs alum Ryan Anderson talks about the stretch run, moving to the bullpen last year, and the upcoming MLB Draft (22:17). Now Nevada baseball almost needs a series win at home against conference-leading Fresno State (39:45). For slants, the Shoups talk #OperationPackBack, Game of Thrones taking over the Internet, and Packfetti vs Cal Neva (56:05).

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037: Nevada punter Quinton Conaway, #OperationPackBack, Nevada baseball is literally on fire Apr 25, 2019

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The Nevada basketball roster is starting to take shape (5:11). Nevada baseball backs up series win over unLv with crazy two-game sweep of Oregon State (13:21). Nevada punter Quinton Conaway finally joins the show ahead of the Silver and Blue game (23:25). T.J. Bruce and the Pack will look to remain hot this weekend at Air Force (51:54). For slants, the Shoups talk the spring game, Knights-Sharks, and hoops recruiting needs (1:03:21).

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036: Aaron Torres of Fox Sports Radio + Voice of Nevada John Ramey, Meaning of Steve Alford to Nevada, Nevada Baseball turning a corner? Apr 18, 2019

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Steve Alford is officially Nevada’s men’s basketball coach (6:18). Nevada baseball picks up needed series win at New Mexico (16:19). Recurring guest Aaron Torres of Fox Sports Radio doesn’t like Alford’s fit in Reno and makes a Lawlor attendance bet (23:12). Also a recurring guest, voice of Nevada John Ramey does like Alford’s fit and digs into Wolf Pack baseball (57:18). Nevada baseball has a big five-game stretch at Peccole vs unLv (1:14:08) and Oregon St (1:22:52). For slants, the Shoups talk NHL playoffs, spring football and the importance of Lindsey Drew (1:27:48).

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035: Ex-Nevada hoops star D.J. Fenner, Coping with Muss to Arkansas, Steve Alford coming to Reno? Apr 11, 2019

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And then the Musselman era ended (5:45). Welcome to the Steve Alford era (20:40)? Nevada baseball bats remain cold vs SDSU (24:50). Former Nevada star D.J. Fenner discusses Muss’ departure, his time in Reno, his professional career in Europe, and overcoming adversity (30:15). The craziest bet ever (1:04:39). Pack baseball now heads to Albuquerque (1:12:34). For slants, the Shoups talk naps during The Masters, poor-taste photoshopping, and Jazz Johnson (1:22:18).

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034: Reno’s own Gabby Williams, Sound the #MussWatch alarms, Important weekend for Nevada baseball Apr 04, 2019

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It was another tough weekend for Nevada baseball’s bats (7:07). WNBA player Gabby Williams, a standout at UConn and Reed High, discuses adjusting to professional hoops, playing in Europe, and the development of her game (15:12). Muss watch goes crazy (37:37). Nevada baseball now prepares for a telling home series vs San Diego State (47:13). For slants, the Shoups talk Final Four in Minneapolis, Random MLB thoughts, and April Fool’s (1:01:47).

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033: Nevada legend Deonte Burton + Jordan Sperber of Hoop Vision, Nevada hoops comes undone, Nevada baseball’s time to shine Mar 28, 2019

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Somehow, the Nevada basketball season is already done after a first-round NCAA Tournament loss to Florida (9:46). Nevada legend Deonte Burton discusses the G League, Nevada dunks, and what’s next (23:15). Hoop Vision Founder Jordan Sperber remembers a fun story in Reno, talks Nevada’s late struggles and analytics (40:25). Nevada baseball hosts Air Force this weekend (1:15:19). For slants, the Shoups talk March Sadness, Nevada’s painful losses and Rayjon Tucker (1:31:49).

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032: Nevada great Cam Oliver + Dan Wolken of USA Today, Nevada NCAA Tournament preview, Will we see shirtless Muss? Mar 21, 2019

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Nevada stumbled in the Mountain West Tournament (7:48). Dan Wolken of USA Today talks Nevada in the NCAA Tournament, Thad Matta to unLv, and the FBI investigation (15:14). Nevada great Cam Oliver talks pro ball, rehab and being a parent (40:15). How does Nevada matchup with Florida, and potentially Michigan (1:11:03)? For slants, the Shoups recap Nevada baseball’s strong weekend, go Roadtrippin’ with Chad Hartley and March Madness betting tips (1:19:55).

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031: Eli Boettger of Mountain West Wire, Mountain West Tournament preview, Tips for a week in Vegas Mar 14, 2019

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Nevada clinched the Mountain West regular season title - again (7:08). Eli Boettger of the Mountain West Wire returns to share thoughts on the regular season, who has the most to gain/lose this week in Vegas, and his Mountain West Tournament predictions (18:24). What are Nevada fans biggest reasons for optimism/concern this week (44:17)? For slants, the Shoups discuss Selection Sunday’s salvation, go Roadtrippin’ with Chad Hartley, and Vegas beer buckets (1:13:15).

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