Spend your morning tapping into the wealth of sport knowledge from three-time Super Bowl champion and former Broncos offensive lineman Mark “Stink” Schlereth and longtime Denver sports radio voice Mike Evans. Schlereth spent 12 seasons in the NFL, earning two trips to the Pro Bowl and winning a Supe…
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The Schlereth and Evans podcast is a must-listen for any Broncos fan, regardless of where they live. The hosts, Mike and Mark, provide a balanced evaluation of the team and offer insightful analysis with a touch of humor and snark. As a long-time Broncos fan living in Duluth, MN, I appreciate being able to stay connected to my favorite team through this podcast.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the expertise and experience that both Mike and Mark bring to the table. Mike's background as a sports reporter combined with Mark's in-depth knowledge of the game and players make for an invaluable source of information. They are top-notch when it comes to reporting on everything Broncos-related.
Another positive aspect is the entertainment factor. This show grips you from start to finish with its engaging content and sound bytes. The hosts' chemistry is evident, creating plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Whether it's their hilarious banter or their interviews with notable figures in the sports industry, there's never a dull moment on this podcast.
While there aren't many negative aspects to highlight, some listeners have mentioned that the consistency of when episodes are posted has dropped a bit since their previous producer left. However, this minor inconvenience does not detract from the overall quality and enjoyment of the show.
In conclusion, The Schlereth and Evans podcast is undoubtedly one of the best sources for Broncos news and analysis out there. It provides a perfect blend of informative content, humor, and expert insight. As a Broncos fan who now resides far from Denver, I am grateful for this podcast as it keeps me connected to my beloved team and Colorado sports in general.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink tells the story of his potty emergency before today’s show. They discuss last night’s crazy Game 4 comeback... or was it an epic Game 4 choke job? What will Super Joe’s message be at the a valanche press conference be? Will the players be on the trade block? Pat Mahomes got a sweet new extension and the guys wonder if he’s the Broncos’ boogeyman anymore. Is Mahomes even the toughest QB the Broncos will face this season? Mike and Stink take the last segment to dump on LeBron for his latest needy poser antics.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the ratings are through the roof for the NBA and NHL Playoffs. Mike and Stink break down why both Finals series have captured the attention of people across America. They rave about the power of Madison Square Garden and the role it played in the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history. They preview Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, and they give their do’s and don’ts for Joe Sakic’s press conference later today. Stink explains why the national pundits’ “1-score games” narrative about the Broncos is incorrect. Mike and Stink end the third hour answering texts about the media darling QB’s across the NFL and the Avs’ offseason.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they are joined by the founder of Recruiting Classroom to hear about his charity’s mission. The guys break down how the Knicks came all the way back from a 29-point hole in last night’s Game 4. Mike and Stink highlight the culture shift happening for the Rockies in real time. Stink shares a story that only strengthens his case as the Jason Bourne of pooping. They rank the top 5 scariest QB’s the Broncos face next season. What’s Trending? A good feeling about the Rockies, the NBA Finals dagger, and a poser says he’s the GOAT.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they are at Todd Creek Golf Course for the 100 Holes for Kids charity event. They recap a couple of huge comebacks from the Knicks and the Rockies. They give their do’s and don’ts for Joe Sakic’s press conference later today. Who are the most overrated and underrated QB’s in the NFL and what is the perception of Bo around the country? Mike and Stink wrap up the first hour joined by Stoke before he tees off to talk about the event and the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they set up the big stories from around the Denver sports scene like Landy getting some new hardware, Cole Carigg’s big debut, and the Broncos’ new facility. They talk about Bo’s place in the NFL and how he’s developing. Will the Broncos be in a free-for-all for a playoff berth this season in a deep AFC? They evaluate Bo and place him among the rest of the QB’s from the Class of ‘24. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show telling people where to find Stoke’s balls before they pick a make-or-break Game 4 of the NBA Finals

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they are joined by former ESPN host Trey Wingo to expand his conversation with Sean Payton about Bo Nix and the AFC West on his Wingo Network podcast. The guys unpack their interview with Trey Wingo, listening to more audio from his interview with Sean Payton. They debate whether the Broncos would consider replacing Sean Payton with Davis Webb if the latter has a successful year as the play caller. Mike, Mark, and Stoke wrap up the third hour hearing what Champ Bailey had to say about Bo’s standing int the NFL. Will Stink say that this is a dumb take too?

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, it is a contentious start to the second hour as Stoke holds Stink accountable for flaking on him yet again. Stoke raves about the Broncos’ new facility, could it be the best in the world? Mike pats the Avs’ disappointment-in-chief on the back for getting a couple of awards for leadership. The guys are talkin’ about Bo, specifically his arm strength and the QB evaluation throughout his NFL journey. What’s Trending? Champ needs to see more reps from Bo, the future of the Rox, it’s fair to compare the Canes to the Avs, and a do or die Game 4.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike works his way back into golf shape and Stoke calls Stink out for flaking on the Broncos alumni event yesterday. Gabriel Landeskog got some new hardware for the season he had and Cole Carigg made his electrifying debut for the Rockies, can the young man be one of the future core Rockies? Sean Payton and the guys are talkin’ about Bo, specifically his ankle and the long term worries about his health. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour wondering what the Carolina Hurricanes are doing that the Avs couldn’t.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they get confused about coconuts. Will Bo Nix be on a snap count for minicamp? Should he be? Stoke offers an olive branch to Stink, debating whether they should take a trip down memory lane after the show. Is the Brendan Sorsby ruling a flashpoint for the future of college football? What will come of it, collapse or legislation?

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink and Stoke become best friends before they discuss the fallout from the Brendan Sorsby ruling, how it affects the NIL era of college football, how it affects the culture of the players, and where College Football goes from here. Mike and Stoke confront Stink about the big guy’s newfound vendetta against Sean Payton while they discuss history of teams with 1-score games. Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the third hour running back our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis’, comments about Jonathan Cooper’s chances for a suspension and the backup QB role.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they chat about Mike’s birthday golf clothes before recapping Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They get Stink’s reaction to the Brendan Sorsby ruling, will this get the ball rolling on a real CFB CBA or even legislation? They look back at the field goal Sean Payton passed on after he talked about it with Trey Wingo, and they look at the history of teams that won a lot of 1-score games. What’s Trending? Rave reviews for Waddle, sympathy for Paxton Lynch, road warriors in the NBA, and their picks for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they chop it up about their golf plans after work. Mike revels in the Knicks fans’ suffering after New York dropped Game 3. The guys discuss the sorry state that college football is in after news came out that teams have to take it upon themselves to hold Texas Tech accountable for the Brendan Sorsby ruling. Sean Payton talked about OTA’s with Trey Wingo and it has Mike and Stoke wondering about the value of the practices and how Davis Webb is progressing through them. Mike and Stoke are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some info about Jonathan Cooper and Jaylen Waddle.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they open with the reality that the tough schedule the Broncos face is part of sitting at the NFL’s big boy table. They wonder why Jaleel McLaughlin stayed in Denver before Stink and Stoke unburden themselves by getting something off their chest they’ve been holding onto for months. Stink and Stoke quantify the intangible qualities of continuity and chemistry from their experience as players and how it will be a benefit for the Broncos running it back this season. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show forecasting what the Avs will do with their netminders for next season.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they talk about the restoration of Mike’s grill before they get into the serious matter of Jonathan Cooper’s legal issues from the weekend. They lighten the mod with a couple of minicamp stories from Stink and Stoke. Will the Broncos regret letting John Franklin-Myers walk in free agency? Or, is it a necessary evil for the Broncos to keep the good times rolling? Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to get his take on the possibility of minicamp being cut for a field day and to set his expectations for Bo and the Broncos.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stoke sends out birthday wishes before he holds Stink accountable for ditching him. Mike asks a question: are the Avs and Nuggets close to title contention based on what we’ve seen from the NAB and Stanley Cup Finals so far? The guys have a serious discussion about how a locker room and team handle an incident like Jonathan Cooper’s alleged domestic violence case. They recap a bad weekend from the Rockies before they discuss RJ’s Harvey heading into year 2. Can the sophomore RB break out in his second year? They wonder if Jarrett Stidham needs to look over his shoulder for Sam Ehlinger. They wrap up the second hour previewing tonight’s Game 3 in the NBA Finals.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike tells everybody how he almost started the week in a cell before they chat about the ravenous demand for tickets to Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They discuss Jaleel McLaughlin’s return to the Broncos, his role and whether he’ll even make the final roster. Mike asks Stoke how continuity and team chemistry factors into winning games. Scott Wedgewood finished 5th in Vezina voting, should the Avs try to trade him while the iron’s hot?

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they air some concerns about how the Broncos are scheduling their offseason. They discuss JK Dobbins' health, will he stay healthy this season? Do the Broncos have enough depth behind him now? The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge, can a fractured group pull together to bounce back for a win? Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show picking one donut for the rest of their lives, they give the people an update on the Memorial Tournament, and they make their picks for tonight’s Game 2 between the Knicks and the Spurs.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they air their concerns about Bo’s ankle in the long term. The guys explore a scenario where Davis Webb’s first year as the play caller is a massive success. What would or should happen in that case with Sean Payton? The Broncos WR’s seem to be team-first guys, but will that mentality hold up when there are guys in contract years? Mike plans a psy-op, they look back at the good old days of boxing, and award a Bronco defender the “Stone Hands” Award.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they hear about Mike’s birthday before they discuss Jaylen Waddle’s role in the offense. They tell Broncos fans to pump the brakes on the Davis Webb hype train. Stink and Stoke worry that the lighter offseason is going to leave the Broncos unprepared for the tough first 6 games of the season. What’s Trending? A historic comeback in Game 2 of the Stanely Cup Finals, the Knicks on a heater, record beer sales coming up at Coors Field, and golfer getting the Stokely rub.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the guys recap Mike’s birthday celebration, the look at the leaderboard to see where Stoke’s partner is, and they wonder if the Broncos are using the deep playoff run to slough off on the offseason. Every report has rave reviews for Jaylen Waddle, but will his skills translate? They discuss the selfless culture of the team and how the Broncos can get better at taking the ball away. Does the NFL still have it out for Sean Payton? Mike wraps up the first hour asking an expert how long it takes for a QB to develop chemistry with a receiver.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they debate who is going to be the #3 pass catcher for the Broncos this season. Stink breaks down how the Broncos can feature Evan Engram in the offense. The argument against the Broncos that the national pundits are using is the law of averages, so the guys lay out how the so-called law of averages will help the Broncos this season. The guys take a trip down memory lane to the last time the Knicks had a lead in the NBA Finals. The Morning Crew cap off today’s show voicing their concerns about having Davis Webb as the play caller before they preview tonight’s Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stoke declares he will return to the Pro Am... as long as Peyton Manning will be. They recap the Knick’s Game 1 win over the Spurs and explore what NBA expansion would look like. Mike explains to Stoke why Chris MacFarland isn’t a big loss for the Avalanche. Who would you trade on the Broncos if you had to? Would you take from the secondary or a crowded WR room? The Morning Crew wraps up the third hour giving everybody a Cody update.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the guys wish Happy Birthday to the June kids on the show before they hear more about Stoke’s experience at the Pro Am. They explore an out-there trade for the Broncos. Mike continues to lie about the barn before the guys debate whether the Avs will miss Chris MacFarland in the short-term. Stink rants about the Broncos placement in ESPN’s power rankings. What’s Trending? Jalen Brunson has ice in his veins, Russell Wilson’ self-important retirement video, the Rockies winning multiple series in a row, 46 years of Stanley Cup greatness, and a man loses his number.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stoke is back to tell us all about his 2nd Pro Am experience. He guys react to Game 1 of the NBA Finals where Jalen Brunson proved them very, very wrong. Mike updates Stoke on the Avs’ coaching and GM situations. The guys discuss the benefit of doing business right in the NFL after the Broncos gave PS2 a bonus out of nowhere. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour rounding up the topics they covered like Stoke’s experience at the Memorial Tournament, the Knicks, and the continued disrespect for Bo Nix.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink’s planning on messing his back up all over again. Mike discusses the benefits of doing business the right way in the NFL. Mike bids a not-so-fond farewell to Chris MacFarland and talks about Joe Sakic being back in the GM position... for now. They warn the Avalanche and the fans why they shouldn’t clamor for change just for change’s sake. Mike and Stink cap off today’s show making their fearless predictions for the NBA Finals.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink tells us about a recent procedure in uncomfortable, hilarious detail. They discuss how much ownership matters after Pat Surtain II got a bonus. They discuss the shuffling and uncertainty surrounding the Avs after getting swept. Stink unlocks his maternal instincts before the guys point out the flaws in the teams that have better odds than the Broncos. They debate which franchise, if any, has a better cornerback lineage than the Broncos.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they fill us in on Stoke’s Pro-Am partners before they discuss the Pat Surtain II bonus. Mike explains exactly why losing GM Chris MacFarland to the Nashville Predators isn’t as big a loss as many people are making it out to be. They compare Stoke to his terrible little dog before they play a guessing game about the most underappreciated player on the Broncos. What’s Trending? Voter fatigue hits the NHL, Carolina loses like the Avs, camaraderieship, and a golden opportunity for the Rockies.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, we get a Stokley Pro-Am update; the Rockies aren’t in last place, and the guys discuss the implications of Chris MacFarland getting poached by Nashville. They heap praise onto the Broncos’ front office for the way they treat their players after they gave Pat Surtain II a big bonus. They finally learn who Stoke is paired with at the Pro-Am before they recap Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals and speculate whether the Avs’ front office shuffle saved Jared Bednar’s job. Mike and Stink wrap up the first hour with a guessing game.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they hold Chris MacFarland accountable for being unable to find a legitimate goaltender for the Avalanche. They discuss the way that the ownership operates the front office after Nashville requested to interview MacFarland. They give the 9am listeners a chance to hear what our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, had to say about the price the Broncos paid for Jaylen Waddle compared to AJ Brown, Bo’soffseason timeline, and why a reunion with Von Miller is doubtful. Mike asks Stink to divvy up the RB carry pie chart. Mike and Stink cap off today’s show with the best audio of the morning.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, the chat about dried fruit and Syracuse alumni. They preview tonight’s Stanley Cup matchup. Are the Hurricanes a litmus test for the Avalanche? They give the 8am listeners a chance to hear what our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, had to say about the storylines heading into OTA’s and Evan Engram’s expanded role with Davis Webb. They send birthday wishes to a listener before they compare apples to oranges when it comes to going all-in for the LA Rams and the Nuggets. Should the Broncos bring Von Miller back to the fold? Mike and Stink wrap up the third hour debating the pros and cons.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they speculate which golfers that Stoke will be paired up with at the Pro Am. They recap a comeback win for the Rockies. Mike wonders if the Broncos did enough to stay in the Super Bowl conversation after all of yesterday’s blockbuster trades. The guys see the Rams, a Kroenke-owned team, going all-in on them and they wonder if they’ll follow suit for the Nuggets. Mike and Stink discuss Russ’ legacy in Denver now that it appears he’s hung up his cleats. What’s Trending? A rare Rox win, two big trades that affect the Broncos, Jamal Murray says “No” to Canada, Dan Campbell hates pajama parties, Lamar stans, and the beginning of the Stanley Cup Finals.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they talk about the wild weather yesterday and they tell everybody why Stoke’s out. They cover the Rockies comeback win over the Angels and the blockbuster trades that happened across the NFL. Russell Wilson appears to be hanging up his cleats, and the guys discuss his case for the Hall of Fame. Bill Simmons called out the Nuggets’ ownership for being cheap but can the Nuggets realistically keep everybody without making trades? Mike and Stink are joined by our 9News Broncos Insider, Mike Klis, to get some info on the top storylines heading into Broncos OTA’s.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink gets in trouble with the higher-ups. They discuss Bo’s timeline for OTA’s; when he’ll be back and when it would be a concern that he’s out. The guys sort through some of the Nuggets’ trade rumors floating around like the chatter about Cam Johnson and Christian Brown. Is Peyton Watson a must-keep player for the Nuggets? Mike comes up with a trade with the Celtics that would ship out a huge member of the Nuggets core. They cap off today’s show talking about the concert over the weekend.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink gets defensive about his lawn and Stoke might need to steal one of Stink’s endorsements. They discuss and slightly panic about the Broncos’ OTA’s starting tomorrow, wondering if Bo is going to participate. They chat about the post-June 1st cuts, who could the Broncos go after and who they could cut themselves. They take a while to dump on soccer before they discuss the benefits of Jokic playing for Team Serbia over the summer. Our Senior Editor at Denver Sports.com, James Merilatt, joins us live in studio to vent his frustrations about Nikola Jokic and to tell us to relax about Bo Nix’s status during OTA’s.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink tells us about the snake he encountered when he was doing work around the house. They speculate what’s going on with Jared Bednar’s job amid all the radio silence. Could an extension be on the way? The guys get Stink’s educated opinion on the national media’s beef with Bo Nix and he projects where Bo will rank among his peers in the next few years. What’s Trending? The Nuggets want to make a deal, open season on OKC, and the Rockies’ game of the year happened over the weekend.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike and Stoke tell us about the best things they saw in the world of sports and music over the weekend. Jared Bednar is still the head coach of the Avalanche a week after Game 4. What does it tell us about the Avs’ plan? They try to get ready for the World Cup games this summer... emphasis on try. Mike and Stoke speculate about some surprise June 1st roster cuts we could see for the Broncos and across the NFL. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour telling folks to relax about Jokic’s summer plans.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans without Mark Schlereth, explaining to a 9am listener why it’s okay to have high hopes for the local teams. The Morning Crew take on The Drive’s toughest trivia for The Fan’s weekly Trivia Challenge. The Morning Crew will have Stoke for the first time in two weeks, but they’re missing Stink, can they overcome the big guy being out? Mike and Stoke cap off the week setting some odds for a special event happening tonight.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans without Mark Schlereth, Mike and Stoke debate what the Avs should do with Jared Bednar. Should they let him go or run it back? Is Bedsy even the biggest issue the Avalanche have to address? Mike and Stoke discuss the value of hope and optimism for sports fandom. Mike and Stoke lament the lack of parades we’ll be having in Denver and they wonder what went wrong. Are injuries an excuse for the Broncos, Avs, or Nuggets? They sort through Bo’s first two seasons and compare them to many of the NFL’s top QB’s which makes them wonder why he doesn’t get any love from the national media outlets.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans without Mark Schlereth, they call out Stink for letting us all down yet again. Mike gets heated about the continued lack of respect the national media has for Bo Nix. Mike and Stoke break down why Bo gets no respect from the national outlets and they project where he’ll rank among his peers in 3 years. They warn Broncos Country to be careful what they wish for in Davis Webb. What's Trending? Too many blowouts for the NBA, the Rockies' quest for sub-100, and a tragedy in the Avalanche family.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike vents about the state of the NBA. He calls out the lack of competitiveness in the conference finals and especially the SGA brand of basketball. One 6am listener is already feeling Avs and Nuggets fatigue ahead of a crucial offseason for both teams. Mike and Stoke discuss how they would feel about both teams running it back next season. Mike and Stoke discuss how sturdy Bo is going to be moving forward, and they debate whether he needs to change how he plays. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour talking about how famous Stoke’s terrible little dog has become before they talk about the Avs’ last dance.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they explain why it isn’t the time or place for a Von Miller reunion for the Broncos. They open the text line to the 9am listeners so they can give their takes on Von Miller’s leadership qualities and to gauge which beloved sports figure they hate the most. They wonder when we’ll get news about Jared Bednar’s job as Mike tries to get into the heads of the Kroenke’s during this process. They debate how the Avs’ front office should evaluate the season when it comes to Bednar and the roster.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they put themselves in the role of the Avalanche front office and sort through the possible reasons why Jared Bednar is currently hanging onto his job and why the Avs could still let him go. Mike advocates for the Ball Arena teams to blow up their cores. They revel in the greatness of Shohei Ohtani. The former players take Mike to task about his take that Jarrett Stidham needs more live game reps. The Avalanche had “Cup or Bust” expectations heading into the season. Do the Broncos have “Super Bowl or Bust” expectations heading into the 2026 season?

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they pick which day they would take off if they had a 4-day work week. They debate whether Jared Bednar’s job is safe after he survived yesterday. Von Miller continues to lobby for a return to Denver but the guys explain why it isn’t the right time. They tell everybody to smash the over on Bo Nix’s TD’s this season. What’s Trending? Bednar’s job security, Cale’s shoulder, and Mike Vrabel mastering the art of deflection.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Jared Bednar is still the head coach of the Avalanche and the guys wonder if this means he’s here to stay. Mike marvels at Shohei Ohtani’s performance against the Rockies last night. Are we witnessing the GOAT? The guys discuss how important Jarrett Stidham’s relationship with Bo is to the Broncos as Mike makes a crazy pitch for the Broncos’ backup. News is coming out about the severity of Cale Makar’s shoulder injury but is it any excuse for how the Avalanche lost in the Western Conference Finals? Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour by losing a bet and talking about Bat Boy.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they make a checklist of moves the Avs must make to keep the championship window open. Who would you rather trade if the Avs broke up their core: Nathan MacKinnon or Cale Makar? Jared Bednar got an endorsement from the guy who just beat him, does it matter to the higher-ups who decide his fate? Or are there other factors at work? They answer texts about goaltending from the 9am listeners. Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show talking about practice.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they hear what Logan O’Connor, the last angry man on the Avalanche, had to say about the sweep. They wonder if the key injuries will play a part in the decision making in the offseason. They discuss what kind of coach the Avalanche need if they decide to replace Bedsy. They rank the worst, most painful playoff losses in the history of Denver sports. Stink and Stoke close out the third hour trying to talk Mike off the ledge. Is the Avs championship window closed?

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they debate with Stink about whether the Avs will pull the trigger on Jared Bednar. They warn Avalanche fans about what could go wrong with firing Jared Bednar, like scapegoating the longtime coach without evaluating the roster. The Morning Crew tries to diagnose all the playoff failures we’ve seen as Denver sports fans over the last 4 months between the Broncos, the Nuggets, and the Avs. They wrap up the second hour debating whether the Avs’ window is closed and what the Avs will do with Jared Bednar.

In the first hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Mike and Stoke react to the Avs’ embarrassing sweep at the hands of Vegas. They lament the horrible injury luck our favorite teams have suffered. The guys rank where this sweep ranks among the most painful playoff losses in Denver sports history. Mike calls for a major shakeup to the coaching staff and the Avalanche roster. They run through all the reasons why the Avalanche choked against Vegas and lays blame on the top guys for their performance. Mike and Stoke wrap up the first hour hearing the Avs faithful vent about the sweep.

For the fourth and final hour of the day on Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they give the 9am listeners a chance to hear some of TNT hockey analyst Darren Pang’s analysis about Martin Necas’ style of play and the plan for the offseason. Mike gives his formula for an increasingly unlikely Avalanche victory tonight. They worry about the possibility of an Avalanche version of the Oilers suck song as they question the hunger of their veterans. Mike, Stink, and Stoke cap off today’s show sorting through their feelings after the Game 3 collapse and make their predictions for tonight’s do-or-die Game 4.

In hour three of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they debate whether the Avs’ issues are in the way they are coached or the way that they are constructed. They discuss how to approach the next steps for the Avs. Should they change the coach, retool the roster, or do both? OTA’s are only a week out, but how much do they matter in the grand scheme of things? Mike, Stink, and Stoke wrap up the third hour answering texts from the 8am listeners about the netminder for Game 4 and the Avs’ lack of mental fortitude.

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, they are joined by TNT’s between-the-glass-reporter Darren Pang to get his take on why the Avalanche are down 0-3 in the series and what needs to happen if they lose the series. The guys get Stink’s take on the deficit the Avalanche have fallen to in the Western Conference Finals. The guys debate whether the Avs have a chance to come all the way back from their 3-0 series deficit. What’s Trending? An OT thriller, a nerd makes a faux pas on national TV, and an emotional weekend of motorsports.