Podcast appearances and mentions of aj hawk

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the Home Run Derby and their experience being apart of it and the two days as a whole embedded in the baseball world. They are also joined by a few great guests including 5 star linebacker from Georgia, the #1 linebacker in the nation, Tyler Atkinson as he makes his college commitment and the recruiting process as a whole, “Big Dumper” Cal Raleigh joins the show fresh off an incredible performance becoming only the 2nd Mariner to win the Home Run Derby next to Ken Griffey Jr. to chat about an incredible night with his dad pitching and little brother catching, what changes he'd make to the derby, if he felt more pressure to perform, and how special it all was overall. Lastly, the President of the UFC, Dana White joins the show to preview this weekend's fights including Dustin Poirier's last fight against Max Holloway for the BMF title, the latest on Jon Jones' situation, a potential fight card at the White House on July 4th next year, and much much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll be LIVE tomorrow in LA at the ESPY's. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the week that was in the sports world by bringing back the segment, “That's good sh*t.” Joining the show to make his college commitment is 5 star offensive tackle out of Georgetown Prep, Immanuel Iheanacho. Later, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to catch us up on all the pertinent MLB storylines as we approach the All-Star break. Later, US Men's National Team star, and MLS Rookie of the Year, Diego Luna joins the show to chat about their massive win over Guatemala 2-1 in which he scored 2 goals, the process of coming together for the National Team, Coach Poch's relationship with the team, the style in which the team has been playing, looking ahead to the World Cup, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll be off the next week. Enjoy the 4th of July weekend and stay safe. We'll see you next LIVE from Atlanta for the Home Rome Derby. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything happening in the sports world, as they're joined by several incredible guests including Director of Content at Betting Weekly, noted tennis and soccer sharp, Nigel Seeley joins the show to chat about Wimbledon and the FIFA Club World Cup, NFL DROY, 2x All-Pro, 2x Pro Bowler, NY Jets CB Sauce Gardner, ESPN NBA Senior Insider, Shams Charania to break the news that Mike Brown has been hired by the NY Knicks, 2x Super Bowl Champion, 5x All-Pro, 6x Pro Bowler, LT for the Philadelphia Eagles, Lane Johnson, and lastly, 2x Stanley Cup Champion, the GM of the Florida Panthers, Bill Zito. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7/2/25: Ohio State National Champion LB AJ Hawk Talks EA Sports College Football Ratings & So Much More!

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys cover everything going on in the sports world, with a lot deals being handed out headlined by SGA signing a 4 year 285 million extension, Myles Turner signing a 4 year 107 million dollar deal with the Bucks, while the Bucks also waived Damian Lillard and will eat the remainder of his contract. Joining the show discuss the success of this past NHL season, the 4 nations cup and the Olympics, expansion in the NHL, and much more is the Commissioner of the NHL, Gary Bettman. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads Podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to chat about all the different moves made by the NBA and which teams he thinks have made the most improvement thus far. Later, bonafide movie star, one of the next ones, Glen Powell joins the show to chat about his new movie The Running Man, his career as a whole and what's next, his thoughts on Texas Football and Arch Manning for this upcoming year, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys cover everything that happened over the weekend in the world of the sports including the US Men's National Team getting a massive win over Costa Rica in the Quarterfinals of the Gold Cup, a 5 hole playoff in the Rocket Classic, the start of NBA free agency, NHL free agency, and everything else. Joining the progrum to break down the breaking news that Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith have been traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and some pick swaps. Next, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, 5x NFL MVP, Hall of Famer, The Sheriff, Peyton Manning joins the show chat about season 2 of Quarterback, his thoughts on what it takes to be a QB in today's NFL, the QB situation in Indianapolis, and how he thinks Rodgers will fare in Pittsburgh. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about what to expect from NBA free agency which kicks off tonight. Later, Gold/Platinum Glove winner, current league leader in home runs, the catcher for the Seattle Mariners, Cal “Big Dumper” Raleigh joins the show to chat about his career year thus far, playing catcher in the big leagues and all the different things that come with that, how excited he is to participate in the Home Run Derby, what he's learned about himself this season, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap The NBA Draft as a whole before looking ahead to free agency as ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport stops by for his weekly wrap-up with Rapsheet and Friends to cover everything happening in the NFL world as the news starts to slow down a little bit. Plus, Pat and the boys debut a new segment. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Blue Jackets trade goalie Daniil Tarasov...Barry Bonds gets a statue in San Francisco...and kicker Justin Tucker gets a 10-game suspension. Our guests: Chad Patrick of We Win You Win and AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the first round of the NBA Draft and all the surprising picks, trades, and everything else that made it an entertaining night. Joining the show is the owner of the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth, Ryan Smith to chat about how he loved what the Jazz did in the first round of the draft, as well as the big trade made for the Mammoth, and why he's so excited about what they're building with both franchises. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to recap the first round of the NBA Draft and look ahead to tonight's 2nd round. Next, former Duke Blue Devil and ESPN Basketball analyst, Jay Bilas joins the show to give his biggest takeaway's from the 1st round, why he thinks Cooper Flagg is going to be so special, why we shouldn't rush to judgement on a lot of these picks, and more. Lastly, one of the absolute GOATs, the modern day Evil Knievel, co-founder of Nitro Circus, Travis Pastrana joins the show to chat about the X-Games' 30th anniversary this weekend, his career in extreme sports, his injury history, what his goals for the future are, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss tonight's NBA Draft and all the conversation about how it's shaping up to be one of the crazier drafts in recent memory, all the different news stories floating around the NFL, and everything else happening in the sports world. They are also joined by four incredible guests including ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania to provide updates on players getting traded, who else might be on the move, and what he thinks will happen tonight in the draft, 2x NBA Champion, 2x NBA All-Defensive Team, Guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Alex Caruso to talk about why the Thunder are so good, the lack of respect they get nationally, how incredible the parade was, and why he wants to tip his cap to the Pacers. Next, 2011 PGA Champion, 8x PGA Tour winner, and current captain of the US Ryder Cup Team, Keegan Bradley joins the show to chat about his improbable win at the Travelers Championship, his selection process for the Ryder Cup, and what advice he would give to amateur golfers. Lastly, Jake Paul joins the show to discuss his fight this weekend with Julio César Chávez Jr., potentially being ranked if he wins, the respect he's garnered from the boxing community throughout his career, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything happening around the world sports before being joined by several great guests. First, 5 star QB from Folsom High School in California, Ryder Lyons makes his college commitment on the show ultimately choosing the BYU Cougars. Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and new QB for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his thoughts on being a Steeler thus far, how this is probably his last season, his advice for Tyrese Haliburton, the paparazzi's coverage of his private life, and much more. Later, country music Superstar, Parker McCollum joins the show to chat about his life as of late ahead of his self titled album being released on Thursday, as well as his tour that kicks off this week as well. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's NBA Finals Game 7 that saw the Oklahoma City Thunder finally put away the Pacers to win their first title in OKC, as well as the heartbreaking fallout from Tyrese Haliburton rupturing his achilles tendon in the first quarter. Joining the progrum to chat about the series as a whole and how impressed he was with both sides as well as some of the chatter about the offseason is NBA Champion, 15 year NBA veteran, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins. Later, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about what's next for Tyrese Haliburton as he prepares for surgery on his achilles, the Kevin Durant trade to Houston, why he thinks there is going to be a lot of movement in the NBA Draft. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 Ohio State football season will kick off against the Texas Longhorns in less than 70 days. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com has some bold predictions on how the Buckeyes' season could go. He joins host Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast to discuss:Can CB Devin Sanchez do something no OSU freshman has in more than 20 years?Will the Buckeyes' quarterbacks accomplish something for the first time since 1995?Can an offensive standout hit a milestone no Buckeye has in more than a decade?Will LB Sonny Styles do something no OSU linebacker has since AJ Hawk?

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys break down the Pacers thrilling game 6 victory over the Thunder to force a game 7 in the NBA Finals on Sunday. Joining the show to chat all about the game and what he thinks is going to happen in game 7 is 13 year NBA veteran, ESPN NBA analyst, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter chats about his day covering the first round of the Travelers Championship and what it was like being inside the ropes following Rory McIlroy and Keegan Bradley, and what NFL stories and news we should be keeping our eyes out for the next few weeks. Lastly, NY Times best-selling author and ESPN boxing analyst and essayist, Mark Kriegel, to chat about his new book “Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson,” and his thoughts on the current state of boxing and where it might go with the Canelo Alvarez/Bud Crawford fight on the horizon. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pacers stay alive...OSU gets a big Linebacker recruit...and Schlegs can't swim. Our guests: Chad Patrick of "We Win, You Win" and AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Florida Panthers going back-to-back after dominating the Edmonton Oilers. They also discuss all the news from the NFL including Jaire Alexander signing with the Ravens, Caitlin Clark's big night in the W, the College World Series continuing, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Adam Schefter to discuss his role at the Travelers Championship this weekend, Trey Hendrickson's situation, TJ Watt, and everythign else going on in the NFL. Next, Florida Panthers GM and 2x Stanley Cup Champion, Bill Zito joins the show to chat about the team's culture, how they're going to try to pay everyone, the atmosphere down in South Florida, how new players fit into the locker room, how he's going to celebrate, and more. Later, 13 year NFL Quarterback, ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky to talk about playing 100 holes for ALS research, Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh, which young QB's he thinks are going to make a leap, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder taking a 3-2 lead over the Pacers last night in Oklahoma City as Tyrese Haliburton suffered some sort of lower body injury, and how much that will impact the rest of the series. They also covering everything else that's happening around the sports world including the NFL and previewing tonight's Stanley Cup Finals Game 6. Joining the show are also several guests including ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania, Arkansas Razorbacks Pitcher Gage Wood fresh off a 19K No-Hitter, ESPN NFL Insider Peter Schrager, and US Open Champion J.J. Spaun. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about JJ Spaun's improbable US Open win at Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh, where the course showed its teeth over the weekend. They also cover all the different news floating around the NFL, and preview tonight's game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers. Joining the show to chat about tonight's game and the Finals as a whole is 13 year NFL veteran, former 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to talk about Shohei Ohtani making his pitching debut tonight, and the blockbuster trade that sent Red Sox star Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Next, NHL rinkside reporter and WWE contributor, Jackie Redmond joins the show to chat about the Stanley Cup Finals and how she sees the rest of the series playing out. Lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to discuss tonight's Finals game, and the number of trades that may be happening in the next few days/weeks. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 4 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the first hour, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joins us live on set to address the Greek Freak going at him a little bit on X, a huge update on the future of Kevin Durant, an update on the Knicks head coaching search, and more. Also in the first hour, 49ers Tight End George Kittle stops by ahead of Tight End University this weekend, how 49ers OTAs went from his perspective, and more. In the second hour, UD, Pat, AJ and the boys break dahn what has been working for the Pacers thus far, including what is fueling Tyrese Haliburton and how he handles the big moments, the prolific Pacer bench of Mathurin, McConnell, & Toppin, break dahn all of the latest NFL news, and preview the upcoming College World Series. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3pm EDT) or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you back in the ThunderDome on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discussed Ross Bjork's Thursday press conference, Tom Brady's statue in Foxboro and Father's Day memories. Our guests: Chad Patrick of "We Win You Win" and AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's incredible game 3 of the NBA Finals that saw the Pacers take a 2-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder will unbelievable performances from Tyrese Haliburton, TJ McConnell, and Ben Mathurin. They also discuss everything happening around the sports world. They are also joined by five incredible guests including ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter (not banned), Hall of Famer and San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch, Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, and current NHL on TNT analyst Henrik Lundquist, and 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow from inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals that saw the Florida Panthers take it to the Edmonton Oilers in a decisive 6-1 victory, plus chat about Trey Hendrickson, TJ Watt, Terry McLaurin, and a few other notable players not attending mandatory minicamp in search of new contracts. Joining the show to chat about the NBA Finals thus far and what he thinks about the series moving forward is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, 6x Stanley Cup Champion, 16x All-Star, Conn Smythe winner, 2x Hart Memorial Trophy winner, ESPN NHL analyst, one of the greatest hockey players of all time, The Moose, Mark Messier joins the show to chat about last night's game and what the Oilers need to do to get back on track. Later, ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about all these different holdouts, the NBA Finals, potentially being in goal for Concafa SC next year, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are break down everything that happened over an incredible sports weekend including the Oklahoma City Thunder evening the NBA Finals at one game a piece after a masterful performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Florida Panthers evening the Stanley Cup Finals at one game a piece after Brad Marchand's game winner in double overtime, Aaron Rodgers officially signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Packers releasing Jaire Alexander, Concafa SC's run in TST down in Cary, NC, Pat's time down at Parris Island, and everything else happening around the world of sports. Also joining the show are five incredible guests including NFL Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport, 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson, LA Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, ESPN CFB Senior Insider, Pete Thamel, and American sportscaster for every major sport and play-by-play commentator for tonight's Stanley Cup Final game 3 on TNT, the incomparable Kenny Albert. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We discussed the Aaron-Rodgers-to-the-Steelers signing...Sean Monahan winning the Masterton Trophy...and going to eat at Hickey's in Portsmouth. Our guests: Chad Patrick of We Win You Win, who gave us his betting tips for the weekend...and AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament following a massive opening game victory for Concafa SC. They chat about everything happening in the sports world including previewing tonight's game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, everything happening around the NFL, MLB, and TST as a whole. They are also joined by some incredible guests including WWE Superstar Sheamus who is boots on the ground supporting Borussia Dortmund's TST Squad, US Men's National Team legend Jozy Altidore who is one of the coaches for Bournemouth FC, and 3x Stanley Cup Champion and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow LIVE in Cary, NC. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the different sports going on as we anticipate the start of the NBA and NHL Finals, chat about TST and Concafa SC which will be taking the pitch tomorrow in Cary, NC, and much more. Joining the show to preview the NBA Finals is co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, co-host of Marty & McGee, author, and ESPN legend, Marty Smith joins the show to chat about all the different late qualifiers for the US Open next week at Oakmont, and which story he thinks is most interesting. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up all the different NFL news from the week and look ahead to what might be coming next. Then, Dr. Matthew Vogt, the dentist who qualified for the US Open joins the show to chat about his golf journey, how he's managed to stay this good while being a dentist, being from the Pittsburgh area making playing at Oakmont more special, who he models his game after, and much more. Lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about the breaking news that the New York Knights have decided to fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow LIVE in Cary, NC. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pacers officially eliminating the Knicks in 6 games to advance to the NBA Finals, the energy and excitement around the state and Indianapolis especially, as well everything else happening around the world of sports including the MLB, college baseball, and college softball, and lastly, Detroit Lions 3x All-Pro and 4x Pro Bowl Center Frank Ragnow's retirement from the NFL after 7 years. Joining the progrum is 2x NBA Champion (once as a player and once as a Head Coach), 2002 NBA Coach of the Year, and current Head Coach of the Indiana Pacers, Rick Carlisle joins the show to chat about what makes this Pacers team so special, why having selfless superstars like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam trickles down throughout the locker room, what challenges the OKC Thunder present, how the Pacers embody the city and how evident it is what they're doing is special, and much much more. Later, MLB Senior Insider and journalist, Jeff Passan joins the show to chat about the latest on the investigation surrounding the financial dealings related to a multibillion-dollar firm started and owned, in part, by the MLBPA and NFLPA, the importance of the Dodgers/Yankees series from this past weekend for baseball as a whole, some bright young prospects coming up to the majors soon, which faces in college baseball will be making waves soon, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Knicks forcing a game 6 against the Pacers in Indianapolis on Saturday, and Pat addresses the situation that arose with John Cougar Mellencamp, they also dive into the Oilers eliminating the Stars in 5 games and setting up a Stanley Cup Finals rematch with the Florida Panthers. Joining the show is Stanley Cup Champion, 4x All-Star, 2023 All-Star game MVP, Winger for the Florida Panthers, Matthew Tkachuk to chat about the Panthers makeup and why Brad Marchand has blended in so well, the challenges that the Oilers present and how much they'll take from playing them last year, how exception Bob has been in goal, and much more. Next, Emmy Winner, former co-host of GMFB, and ESPN NFL Insider/Pundit Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about his Knicks forcing a game 6, and to chat more about all the different NFL news floating around. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up the week with all the pertinent news and information from the NFL this past week. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are joined LIVE in studio by future first ballot Hall of Famer JJ Watt, recapping last night's Game 4 victory for the Indiana Pacers over the New York Knicks, Pat's promo at the game, and everything else in the sports world. In the first hour, 13-year NBA Vet Quentin Richardson joins the progrum to talk about the Pacers seizing the moment, the evolution of the skill level of the NBA, SGA's stardom, Rick Carlisle's playoff prowess, and more. In the second hour, JJ Watt gives us his insight on Trey Hendrickson's contract situation, Burnley getting back to the Premier League, and more. ESPN's NFL Analyst & die-hard Knicks fan to recap his experience at the game, Jalen Ramsey's trade talks, and more. Also in the second hour, Cornell Men's Lacrosse star & National Champion CJ Kirst joins us to break dahn his road to the title and whats ahead in the NLL or PLL. In the last hour, we wrap things up with an awesome edition of #AskJage. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Thunder eliminating the Wolves and officially making it to the NBA Finals after a complete and utter domination, as well as the Florida Panthers eliminating the Canes and reaching the Stanley Cup Finals for the third straight season, as well as all the other news floating around the NFL and the world of sports as a whole. Joining the show is 21 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Year, and future lead game analyst for the NBA on NBC, Jamal Crawford to chat about the Thunder and how good they could be and why they're so tough to beat now, his thoughts on Pacers/Knicks, how important defense becomes this late in the playoffs, and more. Next, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Panthers once again reaching the Stanley Cup Finals, how Florida has become the hockey capital of the world, why the Panthers style of play is so difficult to play against, and his thoughts on Dallas vs. Edmonton. Later, back-to-back-to-back NLL Champion and human highlight reel from the Buffalo Bandits, Chase Fraser joins the show to chat about the NLL and it's growing popularity, the differences between box lacrosse and traditional lacrosse, being “PLL tough,” the olympics, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, enjoy Memorial Day weekend, we'll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss both of last night's playoff blowouts including the Thunder once again manhandling the Timberwolves, and the Panthers routing the Canes 5-0, before previewing tonight's Pacers/Knicks and Oilers/Stars games. Joining the progrum LIVE in studio to preview the Indianapolis 500 and everything going on in the world of sports over this Memorial Day weekend is acclaimed author and co-host of Marty & McGee, Ryan McGee. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point shooting contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to chat about how dominant the Thunder have been, and his thoughts on the Pacers and Knicks series and game two tonight. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up everything that happened around the NFL this week. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, enjoy Memorial Day weekend, we'll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the tragic news of Colts owner Jim Irsay's sudden passing, and reflect on one of the most unique, giving, philanthropic humans of all-time. They also discuss the Pacers having one of if not the greatest comeback in NBA playoff history last night to steal game 1 from the Knicks in MSG in overtime, plus the Dallas Stars erasing a 3-1 lead at the start of the 3rd period to take game 1 from the Oilers in the Western Conference Finals in the NHL. Joining the progrum is former Head Coach of the Denver Nuggets, NBA Champion, and now ESPN NBA analyst, Michael Malone to chat about both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and how he see's both series panning out after each game 1. Next, 3x Super Bowl Champion, 2x AP NFL Coach of the Year, Bruce Arians joins the show to say a few words and help remember Jim Irsay. Later, ESPN College Football Insider, Heather Dinich joins the show to chat about the news that the College Football Playoff will be seeding teams 1-12 next year and how quickly we might get a 14 or 16 team playoff. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys talk about everything surrounding the NBA & NHL Conference finals, and much much more. In the first hour, we are joined by a man who needs no introduction, the greatest movie star of all time, Tom Cruise to chat about what led to him becoming a movie star, what he loves about movies, his work ethic & ability to learn to achieve his goals, how he kept the movie business alive through the pandemic, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by the most bad ass race car driver on the planet, Kyle Larson, ahead of his attempt at “The Double” this Sunday, where he will drive in both the Indy 500 & a NASCAR event. Kyle talked about the differences between NASCAR & IndyCar, how cooler conditions may affect the Indy 500, what he's learned about driving IndyCar so far, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you & will see you tomorrow. Cheers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss tonight's playoff games in both the NHL and NBA, as well as all the different rules changes coming out of the owner's meetings, and the flag football decision with players being able to play in the Olympics, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager to chat about the Knicks and Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Olympic flag football conversation, and everything else coming out of the league meetings. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former three point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to break down everything happening in both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and how he sees both of those matchups playing out. Later, 2x Masters Champion, current owner of the RangeGoats GC in LIV Golf, Bubba Watson joins the show in the ThunderDome to chat about his career, his battles with anxiety, where LIV is at right now, where it's going in the future, the differences between playing on the LIV and PGA tour's, and much much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about another dominant performance from Scottie Scheffler at Quail Hollow and the PGA Championship to secure his 3rd major championship, as well as covering the game 7's in both the NBA and NHL. Joining the progrum is New York firefighter and Pacers super fan Hans Perez who got into it with Knicks fans outside of Madison Square Garden in his Pacers jersey in a viral video from the weekend, and Pacers superstar PG, Tyrese Haliburton joins to personally invite him to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Indianapolis. Next, NFL Network Sr. Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about the owner's meetings in Minnesota and Brock Purdy's new massive contract with the 49ers. Later, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals in the NHL, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Pacers eliminating the Cavs 4-1, and reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, and the Thunder coming back to beat the Nuggets and take a 3-2 series lead. They also discuss the Stars getting a big win and taking a 3-1 series lead over the Jets, and the NFL continuing to release games here and there before the NFL's official schedule release tonight at 8 PM. Also joining the show are 4 great guests including 2x NBA All-Star, All-NBA, Superstar for the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton joins the show to chat about the series against the Cavs and look ahead to the Eastern Conference Finals. Marty Smith joins the show LIVE from the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow to preview the PGA Championship. 4x Pro Bowl Left Tackle for the Buffalo Bills Dion Dawkins, and lastly, ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we're off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's NBA and NHL Playoff games, including Jayson Tatum potentially tearing his achilles in a scary injury, the NBA Draft lottery that saw the Dallas Mavericks get the 1st overall pick with the 4th worst odds ever, as well as all the different leaked NFL games thus far one day ahead of the full schedule release, and the drama between Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals continuing as he addressed the media in Cincinnati. Joining the show to chat about the NBA playoffs, the draft lottery, and where Giannis and KD might end up is the CEO of Klutch Sports, super agent, Rich Paul. Next, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about the Steelers and Saints QB situations, which games released intrigue him the most, what the Vikings will be with JJ McCarthy at the helm, and what he thinks the Browns ultimately do at Quarterback. Later, 17 year NHL veteran, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and current NHL on TNT analyst, The Big Rig, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Edmonton Oilers dismantling the Vegas Golden Knights and whether or not this is their year, the Florida Panthers style of play and why Brad Marchand has been perfect, Carolina dominating Washington in their series, how aware players are in the locker room of their teammates injuries, and how he liked his first night doing media for TNT. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, we'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap WWE Backlash, & the NBA & NHL  playoff action from this weekend including the Pacers blowing out the Cavaliers in Game 4, the Dallas Stars taking the lead over the Winnipeg Jets, and of course the fall out from Pat's match against Gunther. In the first hour, we are joined by ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania for an update on Giannis Antetokounmpo's openness to finding a new home in the league, Cavs' Guard Donovan Mitchell's MRI on his re-aggravated ankle injury, what to look for in the NBA Draft Lottery tonight, and more. Also in the first hour, ESPN's NHL play-by-play announcer Steve Levy stops by to chat about the main storylines from the Stanley Cup playoffs thus far, including Mikko Rantanen's outrageous production, what the Maple Leafs need to do against the Florida Panthers, and more. In the second hour, NFL Network's Senior Insider & friend of the progrum Ian Rapoport stops by to talk about the announcement of opening night between the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles & the Dallas Cowboys, what to expect from schedule releases this week, an update on the Trey Hendrickson, Cincinnati Bengals contract stalemate, Derek Carr's retirement, the attention around Cleveland Browns' OTAs, and more. To wrap things up, we debuted a new iteration of Things That Are Happening In the Sports World. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's NBA playoff game that saw the Warriors get handled by the Timberwolves without Stephen Curry, as well as two great games in the NHL Playoffs with the Capitals beating the Canes 3-1, and the Oilers beating the Golden Knights 5-4 in overtime. Joining the show to chat more about everything going on in the NBA Playoffs, is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, The Authority on both college football and college basketball, Pete Thamel joins the show to chat about the 16 team playoff that looms, the budget of top college football programs this upcoming year, some QB battles, when a ruling is coming to establish some guardrails, and more. Later, 2x NBA Champion, 2013 Sixth Man of the Year, 17 year NBA veteran, JR Smith joins the show to chat about the playoffs, his golf career, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the incredible playoff action in both the NBA and NHL, and also react to the news that a new pope has been elected and he is AMERICAN, Robert Prevost from Chicago. Joining the show to break down all of the action in the NBA Playoffs is 13 year NBA veteran, 2005 3-point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to break down all the latest NFL news including George Pickens being traded to the Cowboys, the latest on Derek Carr, Trey Hendrickson, and more. Next, ESPN NFL Insider, Emmy winner, former go-host of GMFB, Peter Schrager joins the show to react live to the pope news, chat about what he's hearing around the NFL, and more. Lastly, owner of the Utah Jazz and newly renamed Utah Mammoth, Ryan Smith joins the show to chat about his first season as an NHL owner, how they reached Mammoth, how he's learned from each team, potentially getting the #1 pick in the NBA Draft, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's two massive upsets in the NBA Playoffs that saw the Knicks edge the Celtics in overtime in Boston, and Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets take down the Thunder in Oklahoma City, as well as the Maple Leafs victory over Panthers in the Eastern Conference Semis. Joining the show to chat about last night's NBA action as well as the games tonight and his thoughts on the playoffs as a whole and moving forward is 20 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Man, #8 overall pick of the 2000 NBA Draft, former NBA on TNT analyst and future NBC NBA analyst, Jamal Crawford. Next, ESPN College Football Insider and reporter, Heather Dinich joins the show to chat about all the different pieces of news that have come out in the college football world. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and current GM of the Washington Commanders, Adam Peters joins the show to chat about Washington's quick turnaround, when he knew Jayden Daniels was going to be special, his relationship with Josh Harris, hosting the Draft in 2027 and the new stadium plans, his draft this year and draft process as a whole, and much much more.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We're off tomorrow for some meetings, we'll be back on Thursday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Omaha, Nebraska ahead of tonight's Monday Night RAW on Netflix, while Darius Butler and the boys are back in Indianapolis in the ThunderDome, and AJ is back in Ohio. They cover all the playoff action from the NBA and NHL over the weekend including two of the greatest game 7's in recent memory in the NHL, the Kentucky Derby, all the different boxing action that took place, as well as everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show to chat about all the NBA playoff series, and preview the upcoming series' is 13 year NBA veteran, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 2005 NBA 3-point contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richarson. Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about all the different talking points around the NFL including Washington getting the draft in 2027, their new stadium, Abdul Carter's search for a new number, and if Brock Purdy's deal is getting done any time soon. Later, 5th overall pick of the 2002 NHL Draft, 11 year NHL veteran, and co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, Ryan Whitney joins the show to chat about the incredible playoff hockey action, which matchups are the best in the next round, who the best goalie left is, and who Whit thinks is going to win the Stanley Cup. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices