Zolak & Bertrand

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More Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini questions // AJ Brown to Patriots done deal? // Beetle’s broken windshield - 5/27 (Hour 1) May 27, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin the show with Beetle’s shattered windshield, before shifting to Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini thoughts.
(12:30) Our Patriots thoughts continue by debating if AJ Brown’s trade to the Patriots is a done deal.
(24:09) The crew discusses whether Will Campbell will be the Patriots' left tackle of the future or if Caleb Lomu will be.
(31:30) Hour No. 1 finishes by deciding where Drake Maye ranks in today’s NFL quarterbacks.

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Too many NFL games? // Your Calls and Emails // Today’s Takeaways - 5/26 (Hour 4) May 26, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand continue with their NFL schedule thoughts from the third hour.
(14:18) We take your lovely phone calls and emails.
(28:01) Our last full segment of the day mixes in some thoughts about the calendar.
(37:25) Today’s Takeaway.

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This or That // Celtics offseason plans // NFL schedule issues - 5/26 (Hour 3) May 26, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand reset their This or That thoughts.
(7:44) We react to Brian Scalabrine's rosy take about the future of the Celtics.
(20:37) The crew disagrees with how the NFL is scheduling its games, including the league deciding to water down the Sunday slate.

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Will Campbell at LT? // Drake Maye’s QB ranking // AJ Brown watch begins - 5/26 (Hour 2) May 26, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start hour No. 2 with their thoughts on Will Campbell being at left tackle.
(13:01) We debate what to expect from Drake Maye in his second year with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.
(22:24) The latest news about AJ Brown, including what the Patriots should or should not give up in a trade.
(31:00) We debate the future of our This or That segment.

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Knicks advance to NBA Finals // Cavaliers won games analytically // Time to split the Jays? - 5/26 (Hour 1) May 26, 2026

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand react to the Knicks advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, yielding a gut punch for the Celtics.
(12:58) We continue by reacting to Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson claiming the Cavaliers won games against the Knicks “analytically.”
(24:01) The crew discusses whether it is worth splitting up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, including questioning where a Celtics tank narrative occurred.
(35:17) Hour No. 1 finishes by recapping how bad the Red Sox are in 2026.

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Should The Red Sox Hold Off on Becoming Sellers? // Take Your Pick // Today's Takeaways - 5/25 (Hour 4) May 25, 2026

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(0:00) Mark Dondero & Andrew Callahan - in for Zolak & Bertrand - begin the final hour of the program by getting critical of Craig Breslow's most recent transactions. Should the Red Sox wait to be sellers given where they're at in the standings? The guys discuss which Red Sox are the most valuable assets in a potential trade.
(11:32) "Take Your Pick" with show host, Mark Dondero.
(19:28) Andrew Callahan professes his love for watching the Knicks' style of play, as they're on the brink of the NBA Finals. The guys settle their allegiances with the remaining NBA Playoff field. Plus, some World Cup chatter with the tournament less than a month away.
(29:48) Today's Takeaways

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Who Do The Celtics Make Expendable This Offseason? // Deer Hunting Season For Giannis // Atkinson Analytically Ahead of the Knicks - 5/25 (Hour 3) May 25, 2026

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(0:00) Mark Dondero & Andrew Callahan - in for Zolak & Bertrand - open up the hour discussing the future of the Boston Celtics. Are you splitting up the Jay's? Are you making Derrick White expendable this offseason? How do the Celtics manage the 2nd Apron next season?
(11:47) Do you want the Celtics to trade for Bucks Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo? Where does the Greek Freak ultimately land this offseason? The guys talk about Giannis' potential fit on the Celtics if he we to be acquired.
(22:08) Cavaliers Head Coach, Kenny Atkinson, is convinced that the Cavaliers are beating the Knicks on analytics despite being down (0-3) in the Eastern Conference Finals. Dondero and Callahan react to his comments and whether analytics have gone too far in the NBA.
(31:26) It's Memorial Day! The guys re-live some of the most memorable Boston teams/games that "kicked you in the nuts".

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Drake Maye: Year 3 Leap? // Countdown To AJ Brown Sweepstakes // Poolside Playlist Draft - 5/25 (Hour 2) May 25, 2026

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(0:00) Mark Dondero & Andrew Callahan - in for Zolak & Bertrand - begin the hour discussing Drake Maye as he enters Year 3 in the NFL. Will Maye make a leap or stay around the same level?
(11:09) Which Patriot will make the biggest sophomore leap in Year 2? Plus, more lingering thoughts on the QB and how to build around him. Does Campbell remain the team's Starting LT?
(24:43) Phil Perry declares certain compensation too pricey for AJ Brown. Dondero and Callahan discuss whether the impending AJ Brown acquisition puts them over the top or not. They each have opposing views on the matter.
(34:57) The guys conduct The Sports Hub Poolside Playlist Draft and offer 3 rounds of summertime jams.

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Red Sox Get Swept Over Memorial Day Weekend // Do You Trust Breslow To Manage Deadline? // Callahan's Top 5 Cookout Cliches - 5/25 (Hour 1) May 25, 2026

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(0:00) Mark Dondero & Andrew Callahan - in for Zolak & Bertrand - begin this fine program by taking a look at the Red Sox big picture. The duo analyze what's wrong with this team and how they can be rectified.
(10:24) The Red Sox get swept at home against the Minnesota Twins. Fenway Park has been a home field disadvantage so far this season. Do you trust Craig Breslow to add talent to this baseball team?
(23:10) Chad Tracy backs up decision to send Connor Wong home as the tying run in the 9th Inning of last night's loss. Dondero and Callahan are conflicted. They break down the poor roster construction of the Red Sox.
(32:43) Andrew Callahan's Top 5 Cookout Cliches

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Matthew Stafford's Extension Impacting Drake Maye // Best, Worst QB Extensions - 5-22 (Hour 2) May 22, 2026

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(0:00) The guys discuss how Matthew Stafford's extension will affect Drake Maye.

(14:10) Callers weigh in on Matthew Stafford and Drake Maye.

(23:26) What are some of the best and worst quarterback contract extensions in recent history?

(31:20) Brian Scalabrine has a thought on Celtics ownership and how Brad Stevens did this past season.

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