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Despite Izzy trying to get Stugotz to talk NBA every day, Stugotz finally decides to talk about it...with Field Yates. Field, an avid Boston Celtics fan, breaks down the series with the Philadelphia 76ers. Plus, Izzy and Stu give a "draft grade" to Field's NBA breakdown skills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz, Taylor and Mikey A try and decide how to approach a conversation with CC Sabathia considering Stu and Taylor don't think his jersey should be retired. One of the greatest fan calls of a Red Sox game has gone viral. CC joins the show to discuss his favorite teammates, answer Taylor's Schlittler for Skenes question, and give his take on people who don't think his jersey should be retired.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys recap the night of NBA playoff action. Stu and the fellas welcome sports radio legend Mike Francesa on to talk about all the high level New York sports topics. Plus, Taylor creates a Dodgers' promo for men. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The great Mike Francesa joins the show to talk all things New York including Knicks, Yankees, Jets, Giants and Mets. Mike thinks it would be "overwhelming" if Knicks were able to win an NBA title, and he thinks they need to at least make the finals. He thinks far too many numbers are retired. He loves what the Jets and Giants did this off season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN Play by Play voice for ESPN, Ryan Ruocco joins the guys and actually agrees with Taylor's New York Yankees take. Ryan gets us ready for the Lakers vs Rockets game tonight and why people are so upset with Kevin Durant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel Kiper Jr. joins the show following his 43rd draft. Mel gives praise to Pittsburgh for how they handled the draft despite him being a big Baltimore Ravens fan. Mel gives his thoughts on some of the better picks in the draft. Plus Mel already has over 200 names on his draft list for next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz, Taylor, Mikey and Izzy come to the defense of Frank Isola after he is being attacked online by youngsters. The Mecca won game 5 for New York Knicks. Taylor has a shocking revelation. Stugotz has no idea what is going on with the Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Taylor and Izzy give the details about their first softball win. Taylor shares a Barnes & Noble story. Stu and the guys try and help the Orlando Magic exercise their demons. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz revisit the time Hochman tried out an impression of Steven Seagal—and it turned into an entire show bit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Giants GM Joe Schoen joins Stugotz to talk about his growing working relationship with John Harbaugh. Joe reflects on the team's thought process during the draft and what went into trading Dexter Lawrence. Plus, an awkward question from Mikey A.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys give their general reactions to the NFL Draft. A story involving Taylor and a Shirley Temple. Stu and company discuss the recent comments made by Victor Wembanyama about the handling of his head injury. Plus, Stu and the fellas partake in this week's version of "Mount Rushmore Monday". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz delivers his "We Can" Observations with Victor Wembanyama coming back. Also, Mike Vrabel... why couldn't counseling start on Sunday? Oklahoma City Thunder. Bad for basketball. The Red Sox fired Alex Cora. Could he be on his way to the Mets? Diego Pavia, get ready to meet the UFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz and Taylor force Izzy to talk about the one NBA series he doesn't want to talk about: the Knicks and Hawks. What is going on with Kevin Durant? Taylor and Stugotz think Izzy is paving the way to recruit him to the Miami Heat. Lebron James is beating Father Time. Plus, nobody wants to talk about Raptors vs Cavs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best Of The Week Of Stugotz And Company LIVE!:Stugotz and company partake in this week's installment of "Do Me A Favor..." Stugotz and company recap the weekend in their own way in this installment of "We Can Observations". Taylor has another idea that american sports can steal from international soccer. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adnan Virk joins Stugotz, and the crew talks about how hard it is to avoid spoilers when not watching sports live. The Knicks are officially in trouble after losing Game 3 to Atlanta, and Taylor says it couldn’t be clearer how lost Mike Brown is. Adnan went to the Flyers/Penguins game in Philadelphia and talks about that experience. On a related note, Mikey A is taking his son to a Savannah Bananas game tonight and is already bracing for the challenges that’ll come with it. Did Mayor Zohran Mamdani curse the Mets, and why does it seem like Juan Soto hates his teammates?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Golic joins the show to talk about what he liked and didn't like in round 1 of the NFL Draft. Mikey A hated what the Jets did, and Stugotz thinks it just because it was the Jets that did it. Taylor went to the Barn at Chris Simms' house and was shocked by the candy. Ty Simpson goes to the Rams in a head scratching move. The Cardinals add Jeremiyah Love. The Giants sure up the middle of their roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stugotz and Company LIVE!:Stugotz and company give out their bold takes for the first round of the NFL Draft. Stu and the guys react to the news of the Bucks' new coaching hire. Stu and guys welcome NFL Analyst Chris Simms onto the show to break down the draft. Plus, Izzy weighs in on a controversy Devin Booker before the guys partake in "Think About It Thursday". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy NFL Draft Day to all who celebrate! Stugotz fires off a bold prediction for his New York Jets heading into tonight. Then, if you missed any of the action, we’ve got you covered with interviews featuring Mel Kiper Jr., Field Yates, and Matt Miller as they help break down everything you need to know before the picks start rolling in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Domonique Foxworth joins the show from Pittsburgh as he gets ready for the NFL draft. Izzy tries to start a beef between Dom and AI Colin Cowherd. Plus, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle, Cam Heyward joins the show to talk about his draft day experience and whether he expects Aaron Rodgers to be the QB of the Steelers in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor is going to be torn in which sporting event to watch tonight between the Knicks and Hawks, the NFL Draft and Yankees vs. Red Sox. Legendary Hawks radio broadcaster Steve Holman joins the show to talk about his style and why he likes to rub it in on Knicks fans. Can he win Taylor over?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and the guys discuss the Lakers' game-two win over the Rockets as Houston goes back home down 0-2 in the series. Taylor gives his future bet lock involving the New York Mets. Plus, Stugotz and company partake in this week's installment of "Do Me A Favor..." #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz is joined by Izzy Gutierrez to recap the NBA action from last night, which saw Victor Wembanyama leave early with a concussion as San Antonio lost Game 2 to Portland. Taylor argues that LeBron James’ dominance was the bigger story and wants to press Stugotz on the GOAT debate, given what we’re seeing LeBron do at 41 years old. Then, former NFL players Taylor Lewan and Will Compton join from the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh to talk about their friendship, how they got started with their podcast, and expectations for prospects on Draft Night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Simms joins the guys to discuss his latest mock draft and why he isn't as high on some players, especially at the WR position as others. Chris has grown more fond of Fernando Mendoza the more tape he has watched. Chris shares an awkward encounter with New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys talk about how the Knicks could not finish against the Hawks in game two of their series. Taylor has another idea that american sports can steal from international soccer. Stugotz and company react to comments made by Cubs manager Craig Counsell about the Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani. #Stugotz #FSR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we inch closer to the draft, Field Yates joins the show to talk about the latest buzz around how the 2026 NFL draft will play out. Field has 2-3 "Blue Chip" players in this draft and expects to see a little of small trades as teams tinker with their draft board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Russo, son of Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and host on ESPN Radio in West Palm, joins Stugotz to break down the Knicks’ collapse. Taylor challenges Colin on a “prisoner of the moment” take he had about UConn, plus more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor is very upset with New York Knicks' head coach Mike Brown after they lost game two to the Atlanta Hawks. How much of the blame is on Mike Brown versus Jalen Brunson? Plus, Izzy and Mikey A love a feature of the NBC broadcast while Taylor has a big problem with an ESPN feature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE: Stu and the gang break down the trade that sent Giants Defensive Lineman Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals for draft picks. Stugotz and the guys deliver this week's version of "Mount Rushmore Monday". Plus, Stugotz and company recap the weekend in their own way in this installment of "We Can Observations". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Stugotz and Mikey A's Super Bowl: Draft Week! The crew plays a game of Keep 3/Cut 5 all-time running back tandems. Plus, ESPN Draft Analyst Matt Miller joins the show to give us his thoughts on the NFL Draft just a few days away. Where will Jeremiah Love wind up? Who will the New York Jets take at #2 and when will Ty Simpson go?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sal had a rough weekend traveling to Peppa Pig's house for his daughter's birthday while Taylor was living it up as an unmarried man with no kids. Taylor reports on what it was like taking his two cousins to a Inter Miami game. Sal hates Aaron Rodgers. For Stugotz and Mikey A, the draft is the best time of year because it means "hope".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sal took the world by storm with his opening rant on Dexter Lawrence and the New York Giants 2 weeks ago, and it looks like the Giants weren't listening. Sal and Stugotz like the deal for the Giants while Mikey A doesn't. Meanwhile, Taylor called the Mets "bad vibes" weeks ago and the team is now looking at a must win game in April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys play a round of "Is It Just Me Or?". Masters Champions is in this week's installment of "Mount Rushmore Monday". Stugotz and company react to Stephen A Smith's take that he would not want Kawhi Leonard to be the leader of his NBA franchise. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and company discuss Padres closer Mason Miller and wonder out loud if we should be impressed with his numbers if he is only doing it in the 9th inning. Stu and the fellas talk about Stu's Page Six cameos.Stugotz and company break down the Knicks-Hawks series. Plus, Taylor reveals the poll results. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz is shocked that Izzy Gutierrez is having a hard time getting behind this Charlotte Hornets team ahead of tonight’s win-and-in game. Taylor questions whether what the NBA actually needs is for Heat–Hornets to develop into the league’s next great rivalry. Then, Jimmy Hart, the Mouth of the South, joins to discuss the upcoming Hulk Hogan docuseries on Netflix and Hogan’s impact on the sport, as well as his complicated legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz and Izzy open the show by discussing the NBA waiving the 65-game rule before getting into their excitement levels for the playoffs. The Knicks have been running more pick-and-rolls between Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, and Taylor asks if that’s a case of saving something for the playoffs. The crew also debates whether Devin Booker has lived up to expectations in Phoenix. Then, Shawne Merriman joins the show to discuss the latest headlines surrounding the NFL Draft and the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stugotz and company discuss Steph Curry's game against the Clippers and how the play-in games have been so far. Taylor takes Stu and the guys through a round of "Think About It Thursday". Stugotz and company react to Stephen A Smith's take that he would not want Kawhi Leonard to be the leader of his NBA franchise. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz and Izzy Gutierrez react to the Warriors’ comeback win over the Clippers in the play-in, featuring a vintage performance from Steph Curry and Al Horford turning back the clock. Then, Roger McDowell from the 1986 New York Mets joins the show to promote his new book, Hot Foot: My Hijinks and Upside-Down Life with the World Champion New York Mets! McDowell shares stories from his time in the MLB, where he was known as the team prankster, including the time he soaked Lenny Dykstra’s bat with rubbing alcohol and lit it on fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd McShay joins Stugotz today to preview the upcoming NFL Draft, sharing the latest he’s been hearing from conversations with people around the league. The Jets have the potential to win the draft, and McShay believes they could get aggressive with their second first-round pick at receiver. He also explains how teams have known about the 2024 report surrounding Rueben Bain and why he doesn’t believe it will impact his draft position. Who will ultimately be making the Giants’ pick, Joe Schoen or new head coach John Harbaugh? McShay breaks it all down in this packed episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys discuss the play-in game between the Hornets and Heat as Lamelo Ball got away with a flagrant foul on Bam Adebayo. Stu and the fellas partake in a round of "Do Me A Favor". Plus, Emmy-award winning artist Zac Brown joins the show. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of With Stugotz & Hochman, Marc Hochman and Stugotz revisit one of the most famous callers in the show's history... Lombardo, who knew a little (or a lot of) something about everything. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Hochman joins Stugotz to break down what many are calling the greatest play-in game ever, as the Charlotte Hornets beat the Miami Heat in overtime. It was a game that had a little bit of everything: lead changes, drama, high-pressure shots, and, of course, controversy. Should LaMelo Ball have been ejected? Was Coby White born for play-in games? All that and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Izzy "sets the table" for the NBA playoffs. Stu and the guys play a round of "Is It Just Me Or?". Plus, Taylor has a proposal to make the NFL playoffs better. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Rapoport joins Stugotz to preview the upcoming NFL Draft and discuss some of the biggest headlines around the league, including Maxx Crosby, Travis Hunter, and A.J. Brown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz and the crew react to Dick Vitale getting duped by a viral Braylon Mullins NIL auction post and come to the defense of Vitale in this era of social media and NIL. Then Damon Stoudamire joins the show to preview Netflix’s Untold: Jail Blazers and shares his perspective on the story behind the documentary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of The Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Masters Champions is the subject this week as Stu and the fellas play Mount Rushmore Monday. Izzy offers up his take on Justin Bieber. The guys play Izzy's NBA "Real or Fake" game. #Stugotz #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz delivers his signature "We Can" Observations after Rory McIlroy wins his second consecutive green jacket, with Scottie Scheffler sniffing around and Justin Rose lurking on the Sunday leaderboard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stugotz is here and ready to react to Rory McIlroy going back-to-back at The Masters. How much of an advantage is it that Rory plays Augusta National Golf Club in the lead-up to the tournament? Outside of Scottie Scheffler, nobody made Sunday interesting, and the guys wonder how that will impact Rory’s legacy when looking back at how he won this weekend. Also, they debate about the patron who wore the neon Egg Salad hat and if that hat should be allowed at Augusta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of the Best of the Week of Stugotz & Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys react to Michigan's big win over UConn to claim the national title, Stugotz & Company give you their best players to never win a championship on Mount Rushmore Monday, Stu and the fellas play a game of "Is It Just Me Or?". #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this edition of the Best of Stugotz and Company LIVE!: Stu and the guys deliver sports poems for Izzy to judge. Stu pays tribute to the legendary broadcaster Beau Bock. Adnan Virk joins Stu and the guys to play a game of "Fair or Foul?". Stu and the fellas welcome Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg to talk about the national championship and him declaring for the NBA Draft. #Stugotz #FSRSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loaded Friday episode! Michael Kay joins the show to talk about his new ESPN Radio timeslot with Stugotz, and Taylor pitches him on not trading Cam Schlittler for Paul Skenes. Following Michael Malone and Bill Belichick, could Tony La Russa be the next baseball coach at Carolina? Did the Knicks prove something by beating the Celtics? Plus, Kay weighs in on the ABS challenge system and why he thinks managers would vote to eliminate it. Finally, Sal Licata joins the show, and we review his performance filling in for Stugotz on the radio yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel Kiper Jr joins the guys to discuss what has changed in his latest rankings, mock drafts and big boards. Mel is still longing to catch Spring training in Florida. Mikey A has the Jets ruining things already. Mel has one player on his board that is going to force him to evaluate a coach in a few years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.