On The Rise

Season 2 Ep. 48 marks the end of the road for On The Rise. For 18 months, our hosts Sam and Evan discussed various sports topics. In the final episodes, the hosts are joined by the behind the scenes team, Jake and Liam. They talk about the journey that created On The Rise, some of the funny memories created, why it ended and where our hosts go from here.

Welcome to Episode 47 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are reacting to the CJ McCollum injury and how it will affect the Blazer's playoff hopes. Plus recapping the wild NFL Divisional Round Playoff games, plus Sam and Evan discuss the Deshaun Watson sweepstakes and figure out where he is heading.

Welcome to Episode 46 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are: breaking down the crazy four-team trade involving James Harden, Victor Oladipo, among other players and draft picks. Sam and Evan give their picks for the NFL Divisional round upcoming this weekend, and they breakdown the DJ LeMahieu signing with the Yankees.

Welcome to Episode 45 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the NBA seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases and game postponements. Liam Hendriks signing with the White Sox, as well as recapping the NFL Super Wildcard Weekend. Plus, debating whether which offence is better, 2019 LSU or 2020 Alabama.

Welcome to Episode 44 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are breaking down the Francisco Lindor Trade, previewing wildcard weekend in the NFL. Plus, discussing Houston Texans Owner's comments about Deshaun Watson and J.J Watt. Sam and Evan also discuss the tragic passing of Dodgers icon Tommy Lasorda and what he meant to not only baseball but also the Dodgers organization.

Welcome to Episode 43 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are recapping the World Juniors Semi-Finals games. Discussing the madness of Week 17 in the NFL and the Giants being angry against the Eagles. Plus, Sam and Evan give their picks for the most surprising team, the most disappointing team, and a struggling team can bounce back after the first two weeks of the NBA season.

Welcome to Episode 42 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are discussing our favourite sports moments of 2020, plus bold predictions for 2021. As well as previewing the potential NFL Playoff matchups, giving our predictions for the World Juniors knock-out stage. Plus discussing the two newest free-agent deals in the NHL.

Welcome to Episode 41 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the San Diego Padres strengthening their 2021 rotation, previewing a huge Week 17 in the NFL. Plus Sam and Evan give their thoughts on the first week of games from the NBA season.

Welcome to Episode 40 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Rams losing to the winless Jets, the Steelers dropping their third game in a row. Sam and Evan give their recap of the Chiefs and Saints game. Predicting the Christmas Day Games, plus predicting who will finish top four in each NHL Division.

Welcome to Episode 39 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are, Sam and Evan, give their predictions for NBA opening night, plus they preview a massive week 15 matchup between the Chiefs and Saints. As well as reacting to the Anthony Duclair signing, Hendrik Lundqvist out for the season and Alex Steen retiring.

Welcome to Episode 38 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Giannis Antentounkpo signing a max contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, plus MLB GMs and Executives want the season to be delayed. Sam and Evan give their breakdown of the two primetime games from Week 14. Plus predicting how many wins each NBA team from the Atlantic Division will produce this season, with only 72 games up for grabs.

Welcome to Episode 37 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are discussing Kyrie Irving's latest comments about the media, discussing the chances that DJ Lemahieu stays in New York. Sam and Evan give their predictions on two big Week 14 Matchups, plus Sam and Evan give their 2021 Finals Matchup, picking a winner, and debating who will win MVP.

Welcome to Episode 36 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Eagles benching Carson Wentz in favour of Jalen Hurts, the 76ers and Rockets stagnant on trade talks about James Harden. Sam and Evan recap a wild Week 13 in the NFL, as well as discussing the Chicago White Sox moves in the offseason. Plus, discussing the winners for the Lou Marsh Award in Alphonso Davies and Laurent Duvernay-Tardif.

Welcome to Episode 35 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Westbrook being traded for John Wall and a 2023 first-round pick, discussing the Lakers resigning Lebron James and Anthony Davis. Previewing the Rams vs. Cardinals game, plus debating who the best in the AFC and NFC is. As well as discussing why the top free agents remain unsigned.

Welcome to Episode 34 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are talking about the slow and boring MLB offseason so far. Evan and Sam Recap two of the biggest week 12 games of the NFL season, plus debating whether the Los Angeles Rams are overrated.

Welcome to Episode 33 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are talking about the Rogers Centre possibly being demolished, plus the amazing story of Sarah Fuller and how she is making CFB History. Evan and Sam give their predictions for the Chiefs vs. Buccaneers game, and the Titans vs. Colts game. Plus debating on whether if Carson Wentz should be benched for the season.

Welcome to Episode 32 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are recapping the craziness of the NBA Free Agency so far. Evan and Sam recap the Rams vs. Buccaneers game and Titans vs. Ravens game. Plus previewing Toronto FC's chances of winning the MLS Cup. As well Evan has a hot take to share on this week's episode.

Welcome to Episode 31 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Raptors finding a new home in Tampa, Fla. Taysom Hill being named the starter for Week 11 over Jameis Winston, plus previewing the Titans vs. Ravens game and Rams vs. Buccaneers game. As well, Sam and Evan give their full recap of the 2020 NBA Draft.

Welcome to Episode 30 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are discussing the Jrue Holiday and CP3 trades and determining who the winners of each trade are. Sam and Evan recap the Cardinals and Bill's last-minute thriller, plus they give their 2020 NBA Mock Draft Top 5.

Welcome to Episode 29 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are discussing the historic hiring of Kim NG as the first woman MLB GM in sports. Giving our picks for the Bills vs. Cardinals, and Seahawks vs. Rams game. Plus discussing the Houston Rockets and why so many star players are leaving James Harden.

Welcome to Episode 28 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are, discussing which NBA teams need to be aggressive in free agency? Recapping a wild week 9 of the NFL season, plus discussing which free agent the Blue Jays should prioritize getting this off-season.

Welcome to Episode 27 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Justin Turner not being punished by the MLB, Alex Cora returning to the Red Sox. Plus we give our week 9 preview ahead of the Saints and Bucs game. As well as we discuss where Fransisco Lindor will sign for the 2020-2021 season.

Welcome to Episode 26 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Patriots looking to trade Stephon Gilmore, recapping the Steelers and Ravens game while talking about the controversial pass interference in the Chargers-Broncos game. Plus debating who deserves to win NL MVP.

Welcome to Episode 25 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Dodgers winning the World Series, Steelers vs. Ravens Week 8 game preview. Plus We rank all-time Halloween chocolate, and the OHL possibly banning bodychecking due to COVID-19 concerns.

Welcome to Episode 24 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Cowboys losing Andy Dalton, the Steelers staying undefeated. Reliving the crazy end to game 4 of the World Series, and Sam has a hot take on the Seahawks and Cardinals game.

Welcome to Episode 23 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are: Discussing the return date proposed by the NBA and a shorter season, Antonio Brown possibly back in the NFL, Previewing the Steelers and Titans game, Debating whether James Harden is overrated, and recapping the leafs' offseason.

Welcome to Episode 22 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Dolphins naming Tua Tagovailoa their new starting quarterback, Dodgers and Rays World Series Preview, Plus, we debate if the Bills and Browns are overrated.

Welcome to Episode 21 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Leafs signing Joe Thornton to a 1-year deal, the Braves pushing the Dodgers to the brink of elimination, Daryl Morey stepping down as Rockets GM, Previewing week 6 key games in the NFL, and debating whether if Taylor Hall is overrated or not.

Welcome to Episode 20 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Lakers winning their 17th NBA Championship, Braves dominate the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLCS. We give our NFL team power rankings through week 5, plus discussing Alex Pietrangelo signing with the Golden Knights.

Welcome to Episode 19 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are our reaction to day 1 of the NHL Free Agency Frenzy, previewing the Braves and Dodgers Series, remembering the legend of “Whitey” Ford, and previewing the Cowboys and Giants game.

Welcome to Episode 18 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are our reaction to round 1 of the NHL Draft, debating who the NFL MVP is through week 4, and talking contenders and pretenders in the NFL through week 4.

Welcome to Episode 17 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Titans-Steelers game postponed due to positive COVID-19 cases, Doc Rivers signs 5 year deal with 76ers. Debating whether Adam Gase should be fired and whether Carson Wentz is the problem in Philadelphia, plus recapping the weirdness of the Marlins upsetting the Cubs.

Welcome to Episode 16 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Tampa Bay winning their 2nd franchise Stanley cup, Doc Rivers and Clippers parting ways, NFL week 3 recap, and Playoff Predictions.

Welcome to Episode 15 of the On The Rise Podcast! This week's episode topics are the Blue Jays clinching a playoff spot, previewing the Seahawks vs. Cowboys game, Saints vs. Packers, and Chiefs vs. Ravens games. Plus talking about the mystery that is Ryan Fitzpatrick and how he has beaten the Jaguars with six different teams.

Welcome to Episode 14 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are: The NFL gets hit with an injury plague, We debate whether Mackinnon was robbed of MVP, and talking about how the Falcons blew a 15 point lead!

Welcome to Episode 13 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Celtics players get into after game two loss, debating whether Lebron was robbed of the MVP award. Giving our predictions of the Stanley cup finals, plus talking about the weird story of Rick Dipietro and his very strange contract.

Welcome to Episode 12 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Dallas Stars advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, Previewing the Celtics Vs. Heat Series, and recapping NFL week 1 action!

Welcome to Episode 11 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the Chiefs vs. Texans game review, Mike Budenholzer staying with Milwaukee, recapping the weird and wacky stats from the Braves crazy win over the Marlins, plus talking Yao Ming and if he is a potential top 5 center of all time.

Welcome to Episode 10 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are: Celtics dominate Raptors in game 5, Hopkins signs extension with Cardinals. Predicting the rest of the NHL Playoffs, and debating whether the New York Yankees are overrated or underrated.

Welcome to Episode 9 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Steve Nash becoming the new head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, the Heat and Raptors the frontrunners to land Giannis in free agency. Debating who should start for the Golden Knights in game 7, plus did the Raptors get lucky or, is the momentum shifted? As well as remembering the legend of Tom Seaver.

Season 2 Episode 8 of On The Rise Podcast

Welcome to Episode 7 of On The Rise Podcast!! This week's topics are Tampa Bay putting Boston on thin ice, the Padres acquiring Trevor Rosenthal. We debate whether Aaron Rodgers is a top-five quarterback of all-time, plus whether the Bucks overrated? Also, rating Kawhi's shot vs. Philly and how his legacy has changed?

Welcome to Episode 6 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Leafs trading Kaspari Kapanen, Messia leaving Barcelona. Debating whether Paul George is on the rise or decline, as well as predicting the rest of the Jazz vs. Nuggets series and Clippers vs. Mavs Series. As well as previewing the Raptors vs. Celtics Series.

Episode 5 is live!! Back in the studio! Listen to hear our thoughts on the Jazz destroying the Nuggets, plus discussing how Brady's image would be changed without deflate-gate.

Welcome to Episode 4 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Vladimir Tarasenko leaving the NHL Bubble, PSG defeating RB Leipzig, Debating Whether Kristaps Porzingis’s ejected was warranted. Plus breaking down one of the wackiest deals in NHL history.

Welcome to Episode 3 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are Portland defeating Memphis, Bayern Munich embarrassing Barcelona, Debating whether the hate Tuuka Rask is receiving is justified, Are the Toronto Raptors over/underrated going into the playoffs, as well as Christiano Ronaldo makes his professional league debut on this date, we discuss.

Welcome to Episode 2 of On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are First-round playoff analysis, the Suns still undefeated in the bubble. Should the Sixers trade Simmons? Plus debating whether Zion Williamson is either overrated or underrated.

Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 2 of the On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are: Raptors undefeated in the bubble, the rangers, panthers swept and out of the playoffs. Debating on whether the Leafs should make significant offseason moves this year. Overrated or underrated, are the Lakers good? We discuss, as well as Roger Federer turns 38, is he the GOAT of tennis?

Welcome to Episode 46 of the On The Rise Podcast! This week's topics are the MLB cancelling games due to COVID-19 outbreaks from teams, reacting to the NFL's top 100 players, and creating our lists. A full-game breakdown of the Clippers and Lakers game, giving our thoughts and opinions. Plus, previewing the leaf's and blue jackets series, and flames vs. jets series.

Welcome to Episode 45 of On The Rise Podcast. Topics covered in this week's episode are discussing the new MLB playoff Format, the Blue Jays finally finding a home field. Our reaction to Washington's latest sports team name, as well as the culture within the organization. Domantas Sabonis's injury, as well as the Zach Levine sweepstakes. Plus, we discuss who deserves to win the Hart Trophy this season.

Welcome To Episode 44 of On The Rise Podcast! This Week's topics are the Washington Redskins changing their name, predicting the NBA Award Winners, Our NBA finals predictions, as well as the Giannis Sweepstakes. The six new MLB Players Testing Positive for Covid-19, as well as predicting the Vezina Candidate for goaltender of the year.