Moser, Lombardi and Kane

0:00 - The Avs are getting guys back, and they're finally returning to their usual-ish lineups. They're still missing Kiviranta, but the line combos are starting to look more "normal" again. You love to see it.15:47 - Ain't no rest for the wicked! The no-sleep Nuggets are back in action again tonight. What are the keys to a Nuggets victory over the Mavericks?33:45 - Vic answers some texter questions about the quicks of the NBA schedule. Also, could Marvin Mims be a Devin Hester type? A return specialist who makes a name for himself exclusively on special teams?

0:00 - Also, let's dust off an old conversation we haven't had in awhile...Jokic isn't going to win MVP. It'll go to SGA, Luka, or Wemby before it goes to him. Which is crazy because Jokic is putting up MONSTER numbers this season, and yet his name isn't even mentioned in the MVP conversation. Not one peep. We've become so accustomed to his greatness.14:07 - Coors Field recently released a list of all the new food combos that will be available at Rockies games this year. Do any tickle your fancy? More importantly, is there anything Vic would dare to eat?31:12 - Oh, by the way...The NBA has officially approved a vote to add expansion teams in Las Vegas and Seattle. Oh, by the way...the guy who Alan "Thad Castle/Jack Reacher" Ritchson beat up shared his side of the story, and his voice makes it hard for us to take him seriously. Oh, by the way...Brett called it. UNC fired Hubert Davis. We're not saying it was because of his weird postgame presser, but we're not saying it WASN'T because of that weird presser.

0:00 - Did you stay up for that game? Hope you did, 'cause it was a nailbiter. The Nuggets snuck past the Suns in the desert and secured a much-needed win (do I need to say that after every win? I feel like it goes without saying that every win for the Nuggets is much-needed at this point in the season).But, the Nuggets had to fly home after the game, got to their beds around 4am or 5am, and they have another game tonight. The league has do to something about these brutal back-to-backs with inconvenient travel. It's not good for the game.13:54 - Every since the Olympics, Marty Nachos has been electric. He had himself a NIGHT last night. Even though the Avalanche obliterated the Penguins in Pittsburgh, they were still a bit wishy-washy overall. Coach Bednar said it himself after the game. Scott Wedgewood was the best Av on the ice last night. 24:14 - Because of their travel schedule, Coach Bednar joined us a little early this morning. Last night, Bedsie said he thought his team played sloppy overall and that Wedgewood bailed them out time and time again. Wedgie was the best player on the ice for Colorado. Does he still feel that way this morning? How great is it to have guys re-entering the lineup? The line combos are starting to look more "normal" again, if you will.

0:00 - Denver Nuggets Head Coach Adelman spoke with PHD yesterday. He explained why he's been using a small-ball lineup recently, and why his team's defense looked better over the weekend.13:51 - Marvin Mims told Vic he was "surprised" by the Broncos acquiring Jaylen Waddle. If we're reading between the lines here, he was surprised because Waddle is a carbon copy of him. Similar builds, similar heights, similar player. How will the Broncos use two of the same guy?33:15 - Former CU QB Ryan Staub transferred to Tennessee and in getting settled in at his new school. He made a comment the other day about how he's received more coaching in his 3 weeks with Tennessee than he got in 3 years at CU. Is that him taking a shot at Deion? Or is he just pumping up the Vols fans a bit? 

0:00 - Yesterday, we broke down Nuggets playoff scenarios. Would you rather the Nuggets face the Spurs before the Thunder? Or vice versa? Which team would you rather face earlier? Vic would rather face OKC as late as possible. Coach and Raj disagreed with that take. Get it out of the way sooner. Today, Raj came on our show to debate Vic.14:40 - The Broncos won't make a pick in the NFL Draft until the 2nd round. 62nd overall pick. Who should the Broncos target with that pick? 32:54 - Oh, by the way...lots of former Broncos QBs are still in the NFL. Oh, by the way...Alan Ritchson (aka Thad Castle and Jack Reacher) pulled a Nick Tarnasky and went full BANG BANG BANG on one of his neighbors. Oh, by the way...a quadruple amputee professional cornhole player was arrested for shooting a guy. Yep, you read that right.

0:00 - As the Avs and Nuggets barrell towards the playoffs, what do we want to see? What do we need to see from these teams in this home stretch?15:01 - When he joined the Nuggets pregame show over the weekend, Marvin Mims told Vic that he was "surprised" by the Jaylen Waddle trade. Let's read the tea leaves here. Why? What was surprising about it?33:09 - Gabe Landeskog explained his "lower body injury" in his own words and...yikes. That's all I have to say about that.

0:00 - Landy was finally back on the ice after his...lower body injury. And he looked like he hasn't missed a step. He immediately made an impact in yesterday's game. I know we sound like a broken record but he is SUCH a difference maker when he's on the ice. 14:57 - Marvin Mims and Jaylen Waddle are pretty similar players. They're both short speedster receivers. So how will they be used? How will their roles be different? Will we see them both on the field at the same time?34:10 - What was your favorite game of the NCAA tournament so far? 

0:00 - If you come to the Avs as a free agent or in a trade, you're instantly going to get better. It's science. Marty Nachos is having himself a career year, and Nicolas Roy is already red-hot. It's science. Colorado is the place to be.15:22 - The Rockies have their opening day roster set! Do we actually know these guys? How many members of the roster can Vic name?Also, David Adelman sung Peyton Watson's praises in his postgame press conference. Brett says there's no way they're letting Watson walk after this season. He's too important. They're gonna do what they have to do to keep up.32:34 - Oh, by the way...Tim Hardaway Jr is in the conversation for Sixth Man of the Year and he absolutely should be. Oh, by the way...we're going start to teaching classes on Moser, Lombardi and Kane. Which subjects would each of us teach? Oh, by the way...the Buffalo Sabres just rattled off one of the best 40-game stretches in NHL HISTORY! 

0:00 - The Avalanche won both their games this weekend. Meanwhile, the Stars won lost 2 games, 1 in OT and 1 in regulation. The Avs now have a 5-point lead in the standings with a game in hand. They don't have the top seed secured quite yet, but that cushion definitely helps.15:01 - Peyton Watson looked good in his return for the Nuggets! Even though he admitted that he was tired. The altitude whooped his butt. But all things considered, he had a big impact on yesterday's game. Man, the Nuggets missed his presence on both sides of the ball.33:40 - Marvin Mims hung out with Vic on the Nuggets pregame show yesterday. Jaylen Waddle and Marvin Mims are very similar players. So how does Mims feel about the Broncos adding Waddle? What will his role be on this team? 

It's Day 4 of our annual Moser, Lombardi and Kane Drop Tournament! 64 drops from the past year (or so) all competing for eternal glory. But only one drop will cut down the nets on April 6.For the Round of 64, we've done 1 region per day all week! The Vic, Moser, and Brett Regions were all pure insanity! Or...madness, you might say... Today, we wrap up the Round of 64 with the Nelly Region. By the end of today's show, the Round of 32 will be set.

0:00 - Congrats to High Point for the huge win yesterday! After the game, their coach Flynn Clayman had some THINGS to say about how smaller/mid-major schools are treated. How many times do you think he practiced his speech in the mirror before the game? What would he have said if they lost? I guess we'll never know.14:33 - Double Diparoo tonight! Avs in Chicago, Nuggets at home hosting the Raptors. We already did the Avs keys earlier, so what are the Keys to a Nuggets victory?31:13 - Which drops survived the Nelly Region of our Drop Tournament? Who will advance to the Round of 32? After that, it's our favorite part of the week DRUNK TAKES! We take clips from throughout the week, slow em down to half speed and it makes us sound like we're hammered! Today's edition includes: Get up in me, Vic's annual vasectomy, a dying raccoon, horrible Southern accents, and photosynthesis on my face.

0:00 - UNC got bounced from the Big Dance by VCU yesterday. Love a good 6v11 upset. After the game, UNC Head Coach Hubert Davis had an odd postgame presser. Not in the usual sad, depressed, or angry way coaches get after a tough loss. It was just...weird.15:26 - We've all been talking about the impact Jaylen Waddle can have with the football in his hands. TDs, yards, catches, etc. But what about his impact WITHOUT the football? When he doesn't have it in his hands? How can he open up the field for his teammates?32:10 - Oh, by the way...the Madison Mallards (collegiate summer baseball team) is having an "Edmund Fitzgerald" themed night this summer. Really? We're having theme nights about shipwrecks that killed lots of people? Oh, by the way...the Arizona Diamondbacks will offer a healthy food option at the ballpark this season. Oh, by the way...let Jack Hughes have his friggin gold medal puck. The hockey Hall of Fame needs to get over itself. You're not that guy, pal. 

0:00 - Brett was worried that Day 1 of the NCAA Tournament wouldn't be quite as electric in the NIL era. And the lie detector test determined that was a LIE. It was awesome! Shoutout High Point and VCU for the upsets. Also, the High Point student radio broadcast was fantastic. It reminded us of a young Vic Lombardi. Also, we're wrapping up the Round of 64 in our annual Drop Tournament today! The Vic, Moser, and Brett Regions were pure insanity. Or...madness, you might say. What's in store in the Nelly Region?14:48 - The Heat hosted the Lakers last night and Luca dropped a 60-piece. Bam Adebayo was asked about it postgame and he had to tie it back to his 83-point game. HAD to. Come on, man.32:42 - Have you seen what happened with this latest season of the Bachelorette? ABC already has the full season filmed and they're pulling the plug on it. Let's see what our Golden Bachelor Correspondent Vic Lombardi has to say about it.After that, Moser called his shot and demanded an early Keys to the Game for the Avalanche @ Blackhawks tonight!

It's Day 3 of our annual Moser, Lombardi and Kane Drop Tournament! 64 drops from the past year (or so) all competing for eternal glory. But only one drop will cut down the nets on April 6.For the Round of 64, we're doing 1 region per day! The Vic Region and the Moser Region are in the books! Today, we hit the Brett Region.

0:00 - Even in the loss, the Avalanche still played a solid game. They still look like championship contenders. They're just so incredibly evenly matched with Dallas and they got...sigh...goalied. Otter was a man possessed last night. The Avs and Stars are locked into a collision course. They're bound to face each other in the playoffs, and that series will go to Game 7 OT. It should be the WCF. But because Gary Bettman is an idiot, they'll face each other in the 1st or 2nd round.Meanwhile, the Nuggets lost and we don't feel good about them at all. Travel issues and lack of sleep don't matter. This is not a serious basketball team right now.14:53 - Kyle Keefe managed to completely derail our show without even coming on air! What a consummate professional. After that...there are 12 games left in the Nuggets season. Is there anything they can do to change your mind? Can they do anything to convince you they're a legit threat in the postseason?32:08 - Which drops survived the gaunlet of the Brett Region of our annual Drop Tournament? Which drops still have an opportunity to cut down the nets on April 6?

0:00 - Both the Avalanche and the Nuggets lost last night. But we feel fine about the Avs today. We don't feel good about the Nugs. Why is that? What's the difference?14:26 - How does our Broncos Insider Jeff Legwold feel about Jaylen Waddle? Will he work his way to the top of the depth chart? What will his role be? More importantly...how does Leggy feel about being included in our drop tournament?31:58 - Oh, by the way...what do you do what someone overstays their welcome at a hospital? Oh, by the way...Gary Bettman still refuses to change the NHL Playoff Format. He's digging in his heels. Oh, by the way...the power went out at the Denver Airport yesterday and caused complete chaos. 

0:00 - The Avalanche lost to the Stars in a shootout last night, but they looked damn good. This may be military grade copium, but they played a hell of a game. Bednar liked the way they played. MacKinnon liked the way they played. But sometimes the hockey gods give the edge to someone else. Hockey has a razor thin margin for error. The Avs and Stars are destined to face each other in a playoff series that comes down to OT in Game 7. Hopefully it's the WCF. Also, it's Day 3 of our annual Moser, Lombardi and Kane Drop tournament! The Round of 64 continues today with the Brett Region! Who will advance to the Round of 32 and keep their hopes alive?14:53 - Brett's a big fan of the show Succession. At one point, Logan Roy says to all of his children, "I love you...but you are not serious people." That's how Kaner feels about the Nuggets. This team is unserious. Forget about any championship aspirations. 32:16 - The NCAA tournament beings today! Games on games on games on games on games! It's madness, as advertised. But is the tournament still as exciting as it used to be? Or has the NIL era altered the landscape too much?

It's Day 2 of our annual Moser, Lombardi and Kane Drop Tournament! 64 drops from the past year (or so) all competing for eternal glory. But only one drop will cut down the nets on April 6.For the Round of 64, we're doing 1 region per day! Yesterday, we worked our way through the Vic Region. Today, we tackled the Moser Region.

0:00 - Any fans of the X-Files in here? Moser WANTS to believe in the Nuggets. But why is he struggling to find that belief EVEN AFTER a win like last night where they demolished the 76ers?15:28 - Luca "My Name is Luca" Evans of the Denver Post joined us today. Yesterday, we tried to get him on the show to discuss his latest article about how the Broncos re-signed their entire roster (essentially). Then, the Waddle news broke. So today, we had him on to recount the details of the Waddle trade. How long was it in the works? What needed to happen for the trade to be finalized?32:46 - Both the Nuggets and Avs are in action tonight, so let's get a double Keys to the Game! After that, who's advancing in our Drop Tournament? Which drops from the Moser Region are moving on to the Round of 32?

0:00 - The Avalanche got SHELLACKED by Pittsburgh on Monday night, and they have a massive game against Dallas tonight. For all the marbles in the Western Conference (essentially). How is Head Coach Jared Bednar feeling ahead of the game? Is his battered, beat up, bruised squad ready?19:46 - The Broncos had to trade their first round pick to Miami in exchange for Jaylen Waddle. We don't care. Waddle is worth WAY more than a 30th overall pick. He's a bird in the hand. The 30th pick is a gamble at best.32:12 - Oh, by the way...a former reality TV star just won back to back Iditarod races. Oh, by the way...being the 5 seed in the NBA playoffs is a deathwish. Oh, by the way...Leon Draisaitl will miss the remained of the regular season with an injury, but he could return in the playoffs. Are the Oilers toast or are the Oilers toast?

0:00 - Last night was a must-win game for the Nuggets and boy did they win! They obliterated the 76ers from the opening tip to the final buzzer. Total domination. Even in a blow out game against a bad team, are there positive takeaways? Did we actually learn anything?Also, our Drop Tournament continues with Day 2 of the Field Of 64! Yesterday we went through the Vic Region. Today, we tackle the Moser Region.13:58 - Now that Jaylen Waddle is a member of the Broncos, is he WR1? Or will he be WR2 behind Courtland Sutton?32:19 - USA lost to Venezuela in the WBC championship game last night. So now that's the tournament is in the books...how was it? Did we end up caring about it? Did the players care?

The Big Dance is underway today (with the First Four games), so it's time to kick off our annual Moser, Lombardi and Kane Drop Tournament! 64 drops from the past year all competing for eternal glory. But only one drop will cut down the nets on April 6.For the Round of 64, we're doing 1 region per day between now and Friday. Today, we begin with the Vic Region. 

0:00 - ACTUAL NEWS BROKE DURING OUR SHOW! IT FINALLY HAPPENED! IT DIDN'T BREAK AT 10:01am RIGHT AFTER WE'RE OFF THE AIR! Hell must be freezing over. The Broncos traded for Jaylen Waddle. They finally got their impact player on offense. Hopefully, a god dang Joker.18:37 - More instant reaction to the Waddle trade. Do we like the price? Did the Broncos give up too much? Will he be the weapon Denver needs?32:51 - Day 1 of the Drop Tournament is in the books! Which seeds are advancing from the Vic Region?

0:00 - What's going on with the Avs right now? Why did they look so flat last night? Maybe they miss Landy more than we realized.14:53 - On his podcast, Aqib Talib said to expect some big Broncos news. Specifically, the team will add a solid playmaker on offense. That's all he said. Who's he talking about? Are all signs pointing towards Tyreek Hill? Miami's probably having a fire sale since they're in the middle of a rebuild. Would you take Tyreek here in Denver coming off that injury?32:52 - Oh, by the way...Brett has a cool stat about Nathan MacKinnon that's hard to believe. Oh, by the way...Tarik Skubal needs to make up his mind. Do you wanna be around the WBC or not? Oh, by the way...the NFL and CBS are about to sign a MONSTER deal, which will make the salary cap skyrocket. And, oh by the way, it'll hapen when it's time to pay Bo Nix.

0:00 - Well that was no fun! The Avalanche got absolutely SHELLED by the Penguins last night at Ball Arena. Wedgewood got pulled 13 min into the 1st period. Then Blackwood immediately gave up another goal. One of those nights. Postgame, Coach Bednar said the slow start wasn't Wedgie's fault. The team around him was awful.Also, our annual DROP TOURNAMENT IS BACK BABY! Today, let's kick things off with the Vic Region of the bracket.14:48 - This Nuggets season has felt like a SLOG. "Laborious" is the word Vic used. Sometimes, it's been hard to enjoy. Just get us to the playoffs already. Last night's Avs game felt the same way.Also, Aqib Talib went on his podcast and said the Broncos will add a high profile weapon on offense. Book it! That's all he said. Does he actually know something? Who's he hinting at?32:55 - The Embiid-less 76ers are in town tonight. No Embiid? In Denver? Really? I'm shocked! This is a must-win game for the Nuggets. No question.

0:00 - The Broncos did literally nothing in Free Agency. Nothing. That's it. They're bringing back almost the exact same roster as last year. Look...we understand that they made the AFC Championship game last year and they were 1 Bo Nix ankle away from making the Super Bowl. But do they REALLY believe that this identical roster can do the same thing next season? They don't need ANY OTHER PIECES on offense? 18:46 - The Avalanche need to get right tonight against the (surprisingly) red hot Penguins tonight! What are the keys to a Colorado victory? Also, the NCAA Men's Tournament is officially set and it actually feels like the selection committee got everything right. This tournament has been devoid of controversy so far. 34:24 - Moser is jumping back into the bee business, baby. He's picking up his hives today, and then we're off to the races. Will they survive this time? Will they sting the bejeezus out of him? Stay tuned!

0:00 - The Nuggets lost another close game! Yet again, they had a nice road win in their sights and they couldn't close it out. Vic says he's finally gotten over the Lakers loss...but we don't think he's telling the truth.15:45 - Connor Hellebuyck did his best impression of a brick wall on Saturday against the Avs. It's almost like that's the same goalie who won Team USA an Olympic gold medal. Normally, you'd live with a loss like that. Whatever. It's a long season and stuff like that happens. But as long as Dallas keeps winning, the Avs need to keep winning as well.31:53 - OH, by the way...the NBA is gaining more momentum towards adding teams in Las Vegas and Seattle. Oh, by the way...what's the world cup of hockey? How's that different from the Four Nations? Oh, by the way...an Argentinian soccer commentator did a full broadcast with T-Pain levels of autotune on his mic. 

0:00 - The Nuggets lost to the Lakers in LA, and normally we'd say "whatever, that happens." But that loss was INFURIATING. Consistently, the Nuggets struggle to close out winnable games down the stretch. It's a problem we've seen time and time again. It also hurts even more when you lose to the friggin Lakers and friggin LeBron James. It was such a tough loss that Vic couldn't sleep after. Why do we do this to ourselves?17:13 - The Avalanche lost in Winnipeg, which tends to happen EVERY TIME the Avalanche play in Winnipeg. And what happened to them this time? They got...sigh...they got Goalied. There's a reason Connor Connor Hellebuyck willed Team USA to a Gold Medal. Same guy. It's a frustrating loss, but it hurts even more because DALLAS WON'T STOP WINNING.35:51 - USA beat DR in the WBC...so many acronyms...and they're moving onto the Championship game! This tournament has been electric. In the Final, USA will face either Italy or Venezuela. Who do you wanna see? Brett says if USA plays Italy, then we win either way. Because all the players on Team Italy are from America.

0:00 - The Vikings signed Kyler Murray? Okay? What's their plan here? That sent us down a rabbit hole of former Broncos QB who are still active elsewhere in the NFL. 18:14 - Vic still has the hots for Grok, and she still feels the same about him. But today, Vic generously turned their couple into a throuple by inviting Moser. How does Grok feel about The Mose?30:08 - It's our favorite part of the week DRUNK TAKES! We take clips from throughout the week, slow em down to half speed and it makes us sound like we're hammered. Today's edition include: a failed live read, because you're stupid, no wangs no yangs no dangs, and taking cream to the mouth.

0:00 - Even though the Spurs didn't have Wemby, that was a HUGE win for the Nuggets last night. A signature win. 2nd night of back-to-back. Down 20 points. They gritted their teeth and battled back. That's absolutely the mentality you need heading into the playoffs.15:18 - The new guys are having an immediate impact! Both Nicolas Roy and Naz Kadri scored last night in Colorado's thumping of the Kraken. (Put an asterisk next to Kadri being "new" but still). The pieces that the Avalanche added at the trade deadline are already contributing. Good, because the Dallas freakin Stars STILL WON'T LOSE! Avs need to keep winning like their life depends on it. Which it does.29:41 - Oh, by the way...Miami (OH) MBB had still better make the Big Dance even though they got bounced early from their conference tournament. Oh, by the way...Tage Thompson ripped 5 consecutive one-timers on the same power play. Oh, by the way...a golfer wasn't allowed to make his last putt of the day because the sun had already gone down too far. He has to wait until this morning to finish.

0:00 - What a HUGE win for you Denver Nuggets baby! Second night of a back to back. No AG. No Peyton Watson. Down by 20+ points. Doesn't matter if the Spurs didn't have Wemby. That was such an important game for the Nuggets. Everyone contributed! Cam Johnson, Spencer Jones, Julian Strawther, you name it. All hands on deck.14:49 - The Avs shook off the Edmonton loss by smacking the Kraken last night in Seattle. While the win is good, Brett has a more imporant takeaway from the game: Scott Wedgewood is this team's #1 goalie. No knock on Blackwood. But Wedgewood is just better.35:28 - The Jaguars Wunderkind Doogie Howser-looking GM (who's actually named James Gladstone) explained why they aren't being too aggressive during Free Agency. And his reasoning actually makes sense. Maybe the Broncos are doing the same thing?

0:00 - What a win for the Nuggets last night! That was GREAT seeing them run up the score against a good team on their home court. Ain't no rest for the wicked, though. They're in San Antonio tonight. The Avs are back at it against the Kraken in Seattle. A double dip-a-roo means we need to get a double KEYS-a-roo to the game. 13:38 - Fernando Tatis Jr pimped a home run in the WBC like we've never seen anyone pimp a homer before. And Brett is so here for it. We need more showboating in baseball.After that, the Avs keep winning...but so do the Stars! The Avs can't seem to reap the rewards of their wins. Things always get screwy when they play Seattle. You can't have that tonight. Shake off the Edmonton win and get right back after it. 31:27 - The Nuggets are headed to San Antonio for a back-to-back against the 2nd team in the West/one of the hottest teams in the entire league right now. The odds are stacked against the Nuggets. You might call it a good ol' "scheduled loss." These are the games that the Nuggets used to thrive in. This year, we're not sure. They've been very hit or miss with their backs against the wall. Even though Wemby may or may not play tonight (he's a gametime decision) it'll be a tough battle either way.

0:00 - I know it sounds crazy, but the Nuggets are still figuring things out. They've had so many guys get hurt, then come back, then get hurt, then come back, then get hurt, then co- well, you get it. Point is, they've barely had any consistency in the lineup. Coach Adelman said it himself. He feels like they're starting the season over again right now, as their lineup is finally mostly healthy.If that's the case, last night was a good preseason game! They blew out the Rockets in Ball Arena, and guys like CB and Cam Johnson looked like their old selves.14:19 - As we've said earlier, Brett has become Veruca Salt with the Broncos. I WANT A GOLDEN GOOSE! I WANT IT NOW, DADDY! But by Golden Goose, we mean ANY SORT OF FREE AGENT SIGNING THAT GIVES YOU A WEAPON ON OFFENSE! Does Jeff Legwold agree? How does Leggy feel about Denver's lack of moves thus far?32:22 - Oh, by the way...there's actually golf happening right now! The Players Championship! Oh, by the way...Vinnie Pasquantino of Team Italy hit 3 home runs yesterday and took 3 shots of espresso. Dude was literally and figuratively buzzing. Oh, by the way...is Will Ferrell washed?

0:00 - Now THAT'S what I'm talkin' about! The Nuggets blew out the Rockets 129-93 last night at Ball Arena. Doesn't matter if Houston was on the 2nd night of a back-to-back. A win like that is a big deal. It was a full, complete team effort. We needed to see that ESPECIALLY at this point in the season.15:04 - Brett has officially become Veruca Salt with the Broncos and their lack of moves during Free Agency. DADDY! I WANT A GOLDEN GOOSE! Or a usable weapon on offense.36:26 - Team USA has advanced in the WBC, even though their manager doesn't understand how the bracket works! Italy obliterated Mexio, and because of the run differential, it was enough to send USA to the next round. Thanks Italy!

0:00 - The Nuggets are hosting the Rockets tonight at Ball. Then they immediately hit the road to face the Spurs in San Antonio tomorrow. Oof. That's a tough two nights. But hey, let's go one game at a time. What are the keys to a Nuggets victory tonight against Kevin Durant and his burners?11:05 - The Ravens DEFINITELY backed out of their deal with Maxx Crosby because Trey Hendrickson became available for a cheaper price. That has to be it. That's incredibly shady. But then again, these "physicals" that sports teams conduct during trades are all "sus" as the youths would say. Did MPJ's back pass a physical when the Nuggets wanted him? Did Peyton Manning's neck pass a physical when the Broncos wanted him? Who knows?Also, Bam Adebayo's 83-point game was completely fabricated and is disrespectful to the league. 29:31 - Moser took one for the team. And by "took one," I mean he shoved a cup full of powdered coffee creamer directly into his mouth.

0:00 - Last night, Nathan MacKinnon getting a 5-minute major and game misconduct (which comes with an automatic ejection) for goalie interference was the tip of the iceberg. The Avs ended up on the wrong side of the whistle all night long. Now we're not alleging anything. BUT, Brett has a stat that suggests the lead official might have it out for the Avs.Oh, and it's not just us who thought Mack's penalty was egregious and unwarranted. The TNT crew agreed, including Tukka Rask. Y'know, the Boston Bruins goalie for like 15 years who has a Stanley Cup ring. 11:29 - Oh, by the way...the Broncos STILL haven't done anything in free agency. Is Brett allowed to panic yet? Oh, by the way...the Hartford Yard Goats are introducing a hotdog + donut monstrosity in honor of Taylor Swift Night at the ballpark. Oh, by the way...did you know yelling 90s songs at the top of your lungs is a good free throw distraction technique?25:40 - Bedsie was fired up last night about MacKinnon's penalty and ejection. Has his mind changed at all after a good night's sleep? Let's also pick his brain about the game as a whole, and get an injury update on guys like Landy and LOC. 

0:00 - Yesterday, the Avalanche lost to the Oilers at Ball Arena. In the loss, Nathan MacKinnon was assessed a game misconduct for goalie interference and ejected from the game late in the 2nd period. But he didn't intentionally slam into the goalie. He was very clearly shoved into him by Darnell Nurse. I guess the NHL and the Ref saw it differently. Horrible call by the officials, and Jared Bednar thought so as well.17:33 - The Ravens backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade because of a failed physical and sent him back to the Raiders. Then...the Ravens immediately signed Trey Hendrickson. This is fishy...very very fishy...Then, Team Italy beat Team USA in the World Baseball Classic and we're not sure what to do with our hands. Vic's stoked though.36:25 - Bam Adebayo scored 83 points last night, officially passing Kobe Bryant's 81-point game. The only player who's scored more points in a single game is Wilt the Stilt with 100. But here's the thing...Bam's 83 points feels like a sham. Bam's a scam. 

0:00 - What's wrong with the Nuggets right now? Is it coaching? Is it the roster? What's the solution to their problems?12:49 - The Broncos NEED to add more weapons on offense this offseason. Non-negotiable. But don't hammer the panic button just because they didn't add a Free Agent RB in the first day of free agency. They still have some tricks up their sleeves.But if we get to training camp and they still have these holes in the roster, THEN we can start being concerned.31:20 - Since the Olympic Break, the Avs have lost 1 game. That's it. 1 game. The Cartoon Game vs Minnesota. They went to their room. 2 minutes for being bad. They need to keep riding the wave tonight at Ball Arena as they host the Edmonton Oilers on Pickleball Night.

0:00 - If you lose to the Thunder in OKC and play em hard, you can live with that. SGA hit 2 clutch shots with a defender's hand in his face. He did what he does. That'll happen sometimes. BUT, last night, the Thunder were missing multiple bigs, and you got beat in the paint. Outscored by OKC's backup bigs! In the paint! With AG, Jokic, Val, etc. That can't happen. Losing wasn't the problem last night. HOW they lost was the problem!16:47 - If the Broncos do nothing else this offseason, they NEED another RB for depth. That's not a knock on the newly re-signed JK Dobbins. But he can't stay healthy for a full season. You need to prepare for the half of the season when he's not playing. Are there any free agent RBs left?35:05 - Oh, by the way...we can't stop watching the WBC. Oh, by the way...the NBA made the Atlanta Hawks cancel their Magic City promotion night. Oh, by the way...Italy's baseball team has an espresso machine in their dugout and they're ripping shots after they rip home runs.

0:00 - Nuggets went to OKC last night and lost...AGAIN. They're 0-3 against OKC this year. Man, we're starting to hate those guys. It also reinforces that this Nuggets squad isn't a championship team. It's now clearer than ever.17:25 - The NFL's "legal tampering" window opened up and the Broncos...did nothing. So far. Did the Broncos miss out on anyone? Are you disappointed by the lack of moves?38:10 - Yesterday, the Raiders spent a GAZILLION dollars to fortify their team before they draft Fernando Mendoza. The Chiefs signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker. And again, the Broncos did nothing. Is that a problem?

0:00 - Ain't no rest for the wicked. The Nuggets have to lick their wounds then head to OKC tonight. They might not have Jamal Murray (as we await the updated injury report). It's gonna be an uphill battle. Against all odds. Other cliches. What are the keys to a Nuggets victory tonight?14:24 - Moser said he enjoyed seeing all the #91 jerseys at Ball Arena yesterday for Nazem Kadri's return. No one threw away or burned their Kadri jerseys. Which begs the question...when DO you chuck a jersey after someone leaves? Did Avs fans burn Mikko jerseys? Did Nuggets fans trash their Melo jerseys? What's the protocol?34:32 - The Nuggets have lost the benefit of the doubt. We no longer believe this team can win a championship, at least not the way they're playing right now. How can they change our minds. Tonight, go look like you belong against OKC. Play with confidence. Make a statement. Don't bet blown out of the gym. 

0:00 - Welcome back to Denver, Nazem Kadri! How fun was that seeing Naz set up Mack for a goal against the Wild? It's like he never left. The Avs roster is set and it is STACKED.12:43 - The NFL's "legal tampering" period will open shortly! Will the Broncos chase anyone on the open market? Maybe? Please? Can they go get someone for bolster the offense?31:38 - Oh, by the way...The World Baseball Classic has been ELECTRIC. Hold this L, Moser. The tournament has been a blast. Oh, by the way...someone choked at the finish like of the Los Angeles Marathon. Can you imagine blowing it after running 26 miles in the lead?

0:00 - Friday was NHL trade deadline madness! The deal was dead, and then it wasn't. The Colorado Avalanche brought back Nazem Kadri! Then, the Avs beat both the Stars and Wild in a shootout. What a truly wild weekend for the Avs. One downside - Landy suffered an extra-unfortunate injury in the Dallas game and will miss some time.20:24 - The Broncos gave TE Adam Trautman a 3-year x $18.5 mil contract. Take that, DragonSlayer69. Brett's a little confused by the deal, though. What DOES he want to see the Broncos do in Free Agency as this so-called "legal tampering" period opens up?35:15 - The thrill of victory. The agony of defeat. The Nuggets got absolutely OBLITERATED and embarrassed by the New York Knickerbockers at Ball Arena on Friday night. They lost by 39 POINTS. Oof. And to make matters worse...David Adelman's postgame press conference was drowned out by the sounds of the Knicks blasting music in the locker room.

0:00 - That was a good win for the Nuggets last night! They got plenty of production from the bench/depth guys. They absolutely needed that win. Even though they had a big lead, almost blew it, then closed it out in the end. All things considered, that was a solid win over the LA LeBrons.13:08 - Two HUGE games tonight. One for the Avs, one for the Nugs. A double diparoo necessitates a double KEYS-a-roo. What are the keys to victory for the Ball Arena roommates?35:21 - It's our favorite part of the week DRUNK TAKES! We take clips from throughout the week, slow em down to half speed and it makes us sound like we're hammered. 

0:00 - Russell Westbrook left the Nuggets, and went to literally the worst team in the league. He doesn't have many years left in the league and, understandably, wants to get a ring. Unfortunately, he chose the wrong place. Yesterday, he vented some of his frustrations on the media in his postgame press conference.17:49 - If the Avs beat Dallas tonight, then beat Minnesota on Sunday, that's basically it. They all but have the division wrapped up. This weekend is make or break for Colorado. 28:33 - Oh, by the way...Shohei Ohtani is already hitting BOMBS in the WBC. Oh, by the way...Moser found a pro wrestler who takes down his opponents by flinging pizza dough at them. Oh, by the way...6 of the top 10 ranked collegiate dodgeball programs in the country are in the state of Ohio. 

0:00 - OKC and their haughty head coach might be #1 on the Nuggets hate list. If that's the case, the LA Lakers are 1.5. Still hate em. Always have, always will. Beating them still feels like pure heroin. Jamal Murray must feel the same way, because he becomes prime Wilt Chamberlain anytime he plays the Lakers. 16:26 - Right after we wrapped up the show yesterday, the Avalanche traded for Nicolas Roy. How do we feel about the trade? Is he a good fit? Was the price right?33:42 - Right now, the Dallas Stars are the monkey on Colorado's back. They've owned you as of late. It is what it is. You've GOTTA beat them tonight. For so many reasons. Tonight isn't literally a must win, but it's a must win. Period.Also, Moser weighs in on SGA's weird fluffy jacket that he wore in his postgame presser, and immediately went viral for being insane.

0:00 - Jeff Legwold spent all last week at the NFL Combine, and now he's home safe in the confines of his kitchen once again. With those cabinets we love seeing on TV every Thursday! What are Leggy's takeaways from his time in Indy?17:01 - Let's go down the rabbit hole of crazy fitness instructors, both past and present, because why not?Nuggets are hosting the Los Angeles LeBrons tonight. What a the keys to a Denver victory?31:55 - The Bears traded DJ Moore to the Bills. Again...that seems like another receiver the Broncos could've used...After that, Vic explains why tanking is so damaging to the NBA product overall. And it has to do with WHEN teams start tanking during the NBA year, and how that affects the playoff picture. Scott Hastings called in to chime in on Vic's tanking take.

0:00 - Russell Wilson is officially off the Broncos books. They don't have any large hits against their cap. They have a QB on a cheap rookie deal. They're running it back with a team that made it to the AFC Championship. It's time to go all in. Capitalize on this window. Make it happen. 13:34 - For years, Avalanche critics have said they need to get bigger, tougher, and stronger. They're too small for their own good. Brett & Vic disagree. Their brand is small, fast, tricky, and shifty. They build rosters that work with their brain. A big lumbering bruiser doesn't fit the identity, and that's okay!33:17 - Oh, by the way...The Rockies got smacked around by Team USA yesterday ahead of the World Baseball Classic. Oh, by the way...Stephen A Smith is currently beefing with the **checks notes** New Orleans Pelicans? Oh, by the way...Harrison Barnes of the Spurs injured his ankle by taking a nap. 

0:00 - Rumors are swirling about Val Nichushkin being a trade option for the Avalanche. Brett says that's not a good idea. The Avs need to keep him on the roster.16:31 - Yesterday, Lu Dort apologized for his dirty move on Nikola Jokic. That's good and all, but the damage is already done. As Mark Daigneault so eloquently put it, the precedent has been established. And look, it's not just sour grapes from Nuggets fans. The entire NBA is turning on the Thunder and their flopping.31:27 - Teams are finally figuring out how to guard Jokic. The Nuggets need to figure out how to deal with it. It's a unique situation, and it'll require a unique solution.

0:00 - The Avs are ROLLIN. They're 4-1 since the Olympic Break. How does Jared Bednar feel about his team overall right now? Bedsie also gave us some injury updates, and previewed Friday's massively important game vs the Dallas Stars.20:57 - They say only fools rush in. Well Vic must be a fool. Because he's fallen head over heels for Grok (Twitter's AI). And based on how she chatted with him, it seems like the feeling's mutual. 33:26 - The Rams and Chiefs made a trade today that gave the Chiefs the 29th overall pick in this year's NFL Draft...one spot before the Broncos. Oof.

0:00 - Gabe Landeskog is having himself a SEASON. Yes, he missed a good chunk of time due to injury. But the numbers don't lie. Look at this team's record with him on the ice and without him. It's a stark contrast. 15:15 - Is a virtual hole-in-one just as cool as a real life hole-in-one? How much stock do you put in a golf sim ace?Also, reports have emerged that the Broncos would consider trading Stiddy for the right price. Would you be okay with a trade? What's a fair price for Stiddy?30:46 - Oh, by the way...Russell Wilson joined Bussin With the Boys and addressed (some of) his beef with Sean Payton. Oh, by the way...Aaron Judge attempted to make a rousing speech in front of Team USA, and it...wasn't that inspiring. Oh, by the way, you can buy the mechanical rhino that gave birth to Jim Carrey in Ace Ventura 2 for the low low price of $4000 (for now).