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Las Vegas sports reporter and News 3 Las Vegas anchor Alexa Belcastro joins The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas to talk Las Vegas sports, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, sports broadcasting, and the human stories behind the biggest games in Southern Nevada. A Las Vegas native who chased her dream of sports broadcasting across California, Montana, Colorado, and Nashville, Alexa has come full circle—back home covering the teams and athletes she grew up watching.Alexa covers some of the biggest sports stories in Las Vegas, including the Raiders, Golden Knights, Aces, UNLV and the rapidly evolving sports landscape across Southern Nevada. But her approach to sports journalism goes far beyond scores, statistics, and highlights.A graduate of the University of San Diego, Alexa spent years moving across the country to build her career in sports media. From California to Montana, Colorado and Nashville, every stop brought her closer to the dream of becoming a sports reporter and anchor.Now, that dream has brought her home.In this conversation, Kelly and Alexa talk about what it means to cover sports in the city where you were born and raised, the incredible growth of Las Vegas sports, the rise of the Raiders, Golden Knights and Aces, UNLV athletics, and what it takes to build a career in sports broadcasting.But perhaps most importantly, they talk about the story behind the story—the people, personalities, struggles, victories and moments that make sports so much bigger than the final score.If you love Las Vegas sports, sports journalism, sports broadcasting, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, News 3 Las Vegas, or behind-the-scenes stories about the people shaping sports in Southern Nevada, this episode is for you.
In hour 4 we were joined by Jesse Granger from The Athletic covering the Golden Knights to chat the VGK's offseason. Plus, we had Elks Wide Receiver Brenden O'Leary-Orange stop by to recap this weekends win! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In hour 4 we were joined by Jesse Granger from The Athletic covering the Golden Knights to chat the VGK's offseason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spring Cleaning – Vegas Golden KnightsThe Vegas Golden Knights captured the Pacific Division title and returned to the Stanley Cup Final, but the biggest story of their offseason wasn't their playoff run—it was the stunning decision to part ways with head coach John Tortorella just 48 hours after losing to the Carolina Hurricanes. Neil Smith and Vic Morren break down one of the NHL's most fascinating organizations, examining Vegas' win-now philosophy, looming salary-cap challenges, lack of draft capital, and what comes next for Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Golden Knights finish first in the Pacific Division with 95 points before defeating Utah and Anaheim, sweeping Colorado, and advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, where they fall to the Carolina Hurricanes in six games. Just two days later, Vegas shocks the hockey world by moving on from head coach John Tortorella.[00:00:35] Neil reacts to the surprising coaching change. Although the organization publicly praises Tortorella's work, the announcement does not suggest the separation was mutual, leaving many questions about what happened behind the scenes.[00:01:00] Unlike most Spring Cleaning episodes, Neil and Vic shift away from evaluating expectations and immediately focus on the uncertainty surrounding the franchise because the coaching situation overshadows everything else.[00:01:30] Vegas underachieves during the regular season despite boasting a star-studded lineup featuring Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, Pavel Dorofeyev, and captain Mark Stone. Bruce Cassidy is replaced late in the year before Tortorella guides the team to a 7-0-1 finish and a deep playoff run.[00:02:15] While the Golden Knights fail to reach the 100-point mark many expected, their run to the Stanley Cup Final ultimately fulfills the organization's championship expectations.[00:02:45] The discussion turns to Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee. Rather than analyzing player statistics, Neil focuses on the difficult roster decisions awaiting one of the NHL's most aggressive front offices.[00:03:15] Vegas has mortgaged much of its future in pursuit of championships. The organization owns no first-round selections until 2028 and only 14 total draft picks over the next three drafts.[00:03:45] The Golden Knights are projected to become the NHL's oldest team when free agency begins, carrying an average roster age of 31.2 years.[00:04:10] Vegas enters the 2026 NHL Draft with only four selections and no first-round pick after acquiring Noah Hanifin. The club also forfeits its second-round selection following an organizational media violation during the playoffs and no longer owns its fourth-round pick after acquiring Anthony Mantha.[00:04:50] Salary-cap flexibility is limited, with approximately $4.6 million in projected space. However, the Golden Knights could gain nearly $9 million more if Alex Pietrangelo remains on long-term injured reserve.[00:05:20] Neil explains the long-term risk of Vegas' aggressive "win-now" strategy. Every contender eventually pays the price for trading away future assets, just as the Rangers did several years after winning the Stanley Cup in 1994.[00:05:50] Even with Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner, and young sniper Pavel Dorofeyev leading the offense, Neil stresses that three elite players alone cannot sustain a championship-caliber roster without continually replenishing talent.[00:06:20] Vegas' unrestricted free agents include Riley Smith, Cole Smith, Colton Sissons, Brandon Saad, Rasmus Andersson, Ben Hutton, Jeremy Lauzon, and Dylan Coghlan. Neil believes Andersson deserves another opportunity after an underwhelming but steady postseason.[00:07:10] Riley Smith and Jeremy Lauzon are also viewed as valuable pieces worth retaining if possible, while Vegas continues evaluating its veteran depth.[00:07:35] Restricted free agent Pavel Dorofeyev becomes the organization's top priority. Reports suggest he could receive a significant offer sheet, potentially forcing Vegas into one of the offseason's biggest contract negotiations.[00:08:10] Neil does not believe the Golden Knights will allow another team to steal Dorofeyev. Based on Vegas' history, he expects McCrimmon to match almost any offer necessary to keep one of the organization's young offensive stars.[00:08:45] Vic raises the possibility of accepting four first-round picks if Dorofeyev receives an offer sheet exceeding the highest compensation threshold. Neil rejects the idea, believing Vegas will continue operating aggressively rather than beginning a rebuild.[00:09:30] With the salary cap increasing significantly over the next two seasons, Neil expects Vegas to navigate the current financial squeeze before continuing its familiar strategy of chasing championships every year.[00:10:00] The search for a new head coach becomes the organization's biggest immediate priority. Henderson AHL coach Ryan Craig has been mentioned, but Neil questions whether Vegas would suddenly change philosophies after consistently hiring experienced NHL coaches.[00:10:40] Neil believes Kelly McCrimmon and George McPhee will once again pursue a proven veteran capable of managing expectations, pushing an experienced roster, and keeping the Golden Knights among the NHL's elite. Winning immediately—not developing for the future—remains the Vegas Golden Knights' identity.
The Colorado Avalanche entered the 2025-26 season with one goal—winning the Stanley Cup. After capturing the Presidents' Trophy with an NHL-best 121 points, Colorado appeared destined for another championship run before suffering a stunning sweep at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. Neil Smith and Vic Morren examine how one of the league's most talented rosters fell short, the playoff disappearance of several superstar players, and the difficult offseason facing General Manager Chris MacFarland as the Avalanche attempt to capitalize on what remains of their championship window. IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00:00] The Avalanche finish atop the NHL standings with the Presidents' Trophy before sweeping Los Angeles and defeating Minnesota in five games, only to be swept themselves by Vegas in the Western Conference Final. Neil and Vic revisit the preseason expectation that anything short of a Stanley Cup would be considered a disappointment. [00:01:00] Colorado's dominant regular season is reviewed, including a remarkable 31-2-7 start, two separate 10-game winning streaks, the league's best home and road records, and elite performances at both ends of the ice. The panel also discusses the surprising weakness of an all-star power play that somehow finished near the bottom of the NHL despite its immense talent. [00:03:00] The discussion turns to Colorado's star-studded roster. Nathan MacKinnon leads the NHL with 53 goals, Martin Nečas records his first 100-point season, Brock Nelson scores 30 goals once again, and Cale Makar remains among the league's elite defensemen before the stars unexpectedly go quiet during the conference final against Vegas. [00:04:00] Neil and Vic examine the collapse against the Golden Knights as Colorado's biggest offensive weapons—including MacKinnon, Nečas, Makar, and Nelson—struggle simultaneously. They compare the Avalanche's postseason exit to recent playoff disappointments by other Stanley Cup contenders whose stars failed to produce at the most critical time. [00:05:00] Colorado's goaltending situation is debated following another successful regular season from Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood. Neil questions whether the Avalanche's goaltending matched the elite talent in front of them, while acknowledging that history has shown teams can still win championships with solid—but not necessarily superstar—goaltending. [00:07:00] Attention shifts to Chris MacFarland's offseason challenges. The Avalanche enter the 2026 NHL Draft with eight selections but will not make their first pick until the fourth round after aggressively trading premium draft capital in recent seasons to strengthen a championship-caliber roster. [00:09:00] Neil explains the difficult reality of managing a veteran contender with limited draft assets after pushing nearly every chip to the center of the table. Vic outlines how Colorado accumulated additional selections later in the draft while reviewing the transactions that cost the Avalanche their early-round picks. [00:10:00] The panel reviews Colorado's pending free agents, including Joel Kiviranta, Brent Burns, Brett Kulak, Jack Ahcan, Nick Blankenburg, restricted free agent Jack Drury, and Zakhar Bardakov. Neil identifies Drury as the organization's top contract priority after his strong two-way season. [00:11:30] The episode concludes with a discussion about Colorado's championship window. Neil believes the Avalanche remain the NHL's most talented team and cautions against overreacting to one disappointing playoff series. With Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and the core still intact, he estimates Colorado has another two to three years to capture another Stanley Cup, provided the organization makes smart decisions without disrupting an elite roster.
On this episode we are joined by Vegas' first ever GM and current Golden Knight executive George McPhee.Download the app today and use promo code STRICK to score SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLARS in Fantasy Bonus Entries when you play your first FIVE dollar. Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+) in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ, MA, and VA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-MY-RESET or 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.npcgamling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369)Head to policygenius.com/CAM to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save.Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/CAMControl Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando (https://shopmando.com/) and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STRICK at shopmando.com (https://shopmando.com/) #mandopodCheck out our Sponsors!
As the President of Business Operations for the Vegas Golden Knights, John Penhollow oversees a myriad of properties. In addition to the Golden Knights, Penhollow is also charged with steering the business boat for all of the Henderson Silver Knights, Vegas Knight Hawks, City National Arena, the American First Center, and Lee's Family Forum. Prior to the Golden Knights, Penhollow has performed in critical business roles for the Miami Dolphins, New York Yankees, and, most recently, the Minnesota Vikings. In this episode, the Western New York native explains how each rung of his professional ladder has led him to this point, what the Foley Entertainment Group has up its collective sleeve for the not-so-distant future, and how he balances the duties of being a hockey dad with the on-call-all-the-time nature of his work. Hope you enjoy.
Las Vegas has built one of the fastest-growing sports scenes in the country. The Golden Knights arrived in 2017, the Aces followed, then the Raiders came to town and the Athletics are on their way. Now, as Summer League returns to Las Vegas, the NBA is eyeing the valley for one of two expansion franchises, alongside Seattle. But is the city actually ready for the NBA? News 3 Sports Director Bryan Salmond and Vegas Sports Today's Cassandra Cousineau join the show to break down whether Las Vegas has the market, the right ownership options and the arena infrastructure to make an NBA team work, and whether it's more likely to follow the Golden Knights' model of local support or the Raiders' reliance on tourists. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Vegas Golden Knights Insider Hockey Show with Frank Harnish and Ryan Wallis
Today Ryan Wallis & Willie Ramierez try to keep up with the knights as they send some players for future picks. Danny Webster finally gets the chance to talk with us after last week's fiasco Eddie Rivkin joins as well to make sense of all the moves knights are making We'll be back, thanks for listening See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Donny Football in for the guys today! Are the Penguins close to trading for Jason Robertson? Dom wonders why the Pens were chosen for the ESPN Opening Night game in September. And Tyler Kennedy joins the show to preview the Penguins' upcoming moves.
Sebastian and Pete recap their time in Vegas which included a visit to the Sphere, time at the pool and cranking the siren at a Golden Knights game. Sebastian is concerned he might be bad luck for teams that invite him to their games. While in Vegas, Sebastian went shopping which leads in to a trip down memory lane of selling Cavaricci jeans and getting ready to go out at night. The guys react to the viral graduation speech video and kids trying to find their spot in life. Pete pulled a couple of Pete's on the trip back home from Vegas. The guys discuss airport and plane etiquette especially when someone is in a wheelchair. Sebastian's been giving out “Thank You” chocolates but the response hasn't been what he had hoped for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Boomer, Pinder and Rhett are joined by TSN's Darren Dreger to get the latest on Rasmus Andersson's future with the Vegas Golden Knights. When the trade was announced, it seemed like a long-term extension was only a matter of time, but with free agency just around the corner, that certainty has started to fade. Is Vegas still confident it can get a deal done, or could one of the top names available be headed toward the open market? Dregs shares what he's hearing about the negotiations, why there's suddenly more uncertainty surrounding Andersson's future, and what it could mean for both the Golden Knights and the rest of the NHL if July 1 arrives without an extension in place.Video Link: https://youtu.be/oHZaSslLwXg#nhl #nhlshorts #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #stanleycup #stanleycupfinal #vegasgoldenknights #bostonbruins CHECK OUT OUR STUFF ⬇️BARN BURNER MERCHhttps://nationgear.ca/collections/shirts/FlamesnationBARN BURNER SHORTS https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_bcGtvvo-cW2DHEDZ6dEO5ePDmlhZc9&si=jo8iNGxT4ImhS2Y8
Welcome back to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast! Sean is joined by Will for the first offseason edition of The Hockey Hour on the pod to discuss a wild start to the offseason. Will gives his thoughts on all the notable trades that have happened over the last week, some coaching news, and what to look for in tonight's draft. Lastly, Will gives his teams that should be some of the most active in Free Agency and talks about what the Hurricanes and Golden Knights need to do to get back to the Stanley Cup Final. Everyone enjoy the pod!
The sports world is upside down right now. Let’s try to get it all organized! Padres face Braves & Dodgers in tough prove it week. LA is winning, and the other LA is losing. MLB Notes: Rob Manfred, Pride Night, Pirates, Brewers. Lakers and Clippers deals coming? NBA Trade Rumors Bucks, Celtics, Heat, Spurs, Bulls, Timberwolves, Kings, Grizzlies, Mavericks. NBA Draft Order, Washington, Utah. NFL vs Sorsby. NFL Notes Rams, Vikings, Jets, Raiders, Falcons. NHL trades to begin with Senators, Maple Leafs, Jets, Red Wings, Canadiens, Golden Knights, Ducks, Oilers. Plus, US Open Golf, World Cup Soccer, San Diego 250, NASCAR. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 1)…PADRES READY FOR BIG BOY BASEBALL “PROVE YOURSELF WEEK” 2)…DODGERS-ANGELS STRANGE WEEK “DODGERS LOSSES-ANGELS WINS” 3)…MLB NOTEBOOK…ROB MANFRED/PIRATES/BREWERS “MLB-VS-PRIDE NIGHT” ——– 4)…NBA DRAFT WEEK…LAKERS/CLIPPERS “DEALS COMING???” 5)…NBA TRADE RUMORS OVERSHADOW DRAFT “TRADE RUMORS” BUCKS …CELTICS MIAMI…SPURS BULLS…MINNESOTA SACRAMENTO…MEMPHIS…MAVERICKS 6)…NBA DRAFT ORDER…WASHINGTON/UTAH “DRAFT RUMORS” ========= (HALFTIME…DIXIELINE LUMBER) ========== 7)…NFL NOTEBOOK “LAST MINUTE DEALS” LA RAMS … VIKINGS JETS…RAIDERS ATLANTA ———— 8)…NHL NOTEBOOK “LET THE TRADING BEGIN” SENATORS MAPLE LEAFS WINNIPEG RED WINGS MONTREAL LAS VEGAS DUCKS OILERS —————- 9)…HOT HEADLINES “OFF THE SPORTSWIRE” US OPEN GOLF WORLD CUP SOCCER SAN DIEGO 250-NASCAR =========== #MLB #brewers #pirates #PADRES #michaelking #mannymachado #RANDYVASQUEZ #griffincanning #DODGERS #shoheiohtani #ANGELS #miketrout #KURTSUZUKI #JOSESORIANO #busterposey #giants #robmanfred #nfl #RAIDERS #VIKINGS #FALCONS #RAMS #rams #genosmith #kevinoconnell #jjmccarthy #KYLERMURRAY #brendansorsby #lakers #lebronjames #AUSTINREAVES #PATRILEY #clippers #kawhileonard #timberwolves #celtics #bucks #mavericks #thunder #spurs #grizzlies #BULLS #WIZARDS #jazz #GIANNISANTETOKOUNMPO #sandiegostate #aztecs #briandutcher #ducks #masonmctavish #RADKOGUDAS #nhl #MAPLELEAFS #OILERS #goldenknights #canadiens #jets #redwings #senators #bradytkachuk #MITCHMARNER #NASCAR #teamusa #christianpulisic #worldcup2026 #usopen Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw’s Insider’s Group. It’s free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com
Save big on Vegas with Las Vegas Advisor — get 10% off a membership with code MTM (new members, affiliate): lasvegasadvisor.com A loaded Friday show to close out the week. Caesars quietly brought back the free show benefit for Diamond and Seven Stars members, and this time it is better than ever with Absinthe, FlyLINQ zipline, Piff and more on the all-digital, app-based list. Penn and Teller just extended at the Rio for three more years to become the longest-running headliners at a single Vegas property in history, with over 12,000 shows, while Penn heads out on tour with Piff the Magic Dragon. Vegas police fought back against street-takeover drivers by shredding two seized cars and posting the video. We also get into the Golden Knights firing John Tortorella after his miracle playoff run, whether a pending Caesars sale could finally mean a new tower, a desert road trip to the UFO hotel and alien jerky shop in Baker, firefighter training inside the Tesla Loop tunnels, and a deep dive into the incredible Paul Steelman interview on the Plaza's On the Corner of Main Street podcast, including capitalistic obstacle courses, Macau, casino myths, and the jaw-dropping Resorts World that almost got built. Let us know in the comments which free show you would book and whether you wish we got Steelman's version of Resorts World. Episode Guide: 0:00 - Blue Fremont Street Gorilla 0:34 - Caesars Brings Back the Free Show Benefit (Now With Absinthe) 2:12 - Penn & Teller Make Vegas History + Piff Tour 3:41 - Vegas Police Shred Seized Street-Takeover Cars 5:26 - Golden Knights Fire Tortorella, Hire Ryan Craig 7:03 - Could Caesars Palace Actually Build Another Tower? 8:36 - Road Trip: The UFO Hotel, Alien Jerky & the $1.8M Thermometer 12:24 - Denny's Value and Bring Back Bun Boy 13:30 - Training Firefighters Inside the Tesla Loop Tunnels 15:03 - The Paul Steelman Interview: Building Vegas 17:33 - Capitalistic Obstacle Courses & the A's Ballpark 20:00 - Macau, the Sands & the All-Inclusive Alpha Club 22:53 - Steelman Debunks the Casino Myths 23:32 - The Resorts World That Could Have Been 26:23 - Final Thoughts Want more MTM Vegas? Get our exclusive weekly aftershow and join the community.
SUMMARY: Was the fix in for the NBA Finals, or was it Danhausen's curses? Matt goes to Dodgers Stadium, and Golden Knights fans get free parking. Plus, Paul might be getting an Olive Garden, Jacob lives out the first act of a porn movie, an Am I The Asshole? story in Scoop Mail, and a Scoopardy!Come out to see Shakespeare the Musical…Improvised at the Fallout Fringe Festival on June 23-24-25, 7 pm all nights, at the Vegas Theatre Company. Tickets available at https://www.crowdwork.com/e/shakespeare-the-musical.Show notes...
On this episode of The Chris Johnston show, Julian McKenzie and Chris Johnston go over a variety of topics including: (00:00) Jim Hiller hired as Maple Leafs head coach (16:00) Mason McTavish (19:00) Is Matthew Knies still going to get traded? (24:00) Latest on Morgan Reilly (27:00) Could Nico Hischer leave New Jersey? (28:00) John Carlson's future (32:00) Dylan Larkin and the Wings (34:00) Hellebuyck & Tkachuk rumours (40:30) Kesselring traded to San Jose (44:00) Golden Knights and Stick Taps to end the week Watch all episodes of The Chris Johnston Show here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLk7FZfwCEifwZnM5KxOFlm0lQjkEheLw Buy CJ Show merch: https://sdpnshop.ca/collections/cj-show Follow us on Instagram: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie and @sdpnsports Follow us on X: @reporterchris @jkamckenzie @sdpnsports Reach out to https://www.sdpn.ca/sales to connect with our sales team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailOne of the city's most beloved Chinese restaurant brands finally makes its debut on the east side of town. Las Vegas is buzzing with major entertainment milestones, legendary extensions. Franky Perez and The All Nighters are launching a weekly show at Treasure Island and the first show is free on June 25. We talked to the born and raised Las Vegas musician, singer, and songwriter. Plus, Flavor Flav's massive upcoming celebration, a very holy Vegas Golden Knights jersey, and DJ Pauly D bringing the energy to the baseball diamond. China Mama Heads East: After growing into an 8-location empire across the valley since 2009, Henderson residents no longer have to drive across town for their favorite dishes. We talk about the massive opening week crowds.Franky Perez at Treasure Island: The acclaimed local showman is launching a brand-new weekly residency starting Thursday, June 25th. Opening night features a special complimentary show with guest comedian Jules Horowitz!Mat Franco's Historic 3,000th: Celebrating a full decade on the Strip, the resident magician hits an incredible career milestone.The Rio's Next Chapter: Penn & Teller lock down three more years at the property.Voltaire Returns: Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are bringing 40 years of iconic hits back to The Venetian Resort for 10 newly added dates this August.Listener Question: We get asked what club to go to for a 21st birthday party over Labor Day. Vegas Twists: Flavor Flav's star-studded "SHE Weekend" coming this July, the story behind the custom "Pope Leo" Golden Knights jersey, and DJ Pauly D taking the mound for the Las Vegas Athletics. Steve Aoki and comedian Sebastian Maniscalco collab for a new song. Have you heard "Does Your Father Know You Dance Like That?"LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:Get tickets for Franky Perez & The All Nighters at Treasure Island Enjoying the show? Don't forget to subscribe, rate us 5 stars, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. The only app you'll need to navigate Las Vegas. It's FREE!Support the showFollow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealedFollow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealedFollow us on TikTok: @vegas.revealedWebsite: Vegas-Revealed.com
The Leafs made a surprise hire by naming Jim Hiller as head coach, a move that aligns with GM Chayka’s analytical approach but raises questions if past relationships with key players factored into the decision. In Vegas, the Golden Knights continued their aggressive organizational approach by moving on from John Tortorella and promoting longtime successor Ryan Craig, while GM Kelly McCrimmon defended the franchise’s win-at-all-costs reputation by pointing to three Stanley Cup Final appearances in just nine seasons. Around the league, trade speculation continues to swirl around Connor Hellebuyck despite Winnipeg not actively shopping the star goaltender. Other potential trade candidates remain a hot topic as well, with Matthew Knies viewed as a highly valuable but unlikely Leafs trade chip, Buffalo facing difficult decisions on Bowen Byram’s future, and Vincent Trocheck once again generating speculation after changing agents and continuing to seek a fresh start away from New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser kick off this episode with a recap of the big stars in the World Cup, discuss the importance of a Scottie Scheffler career slam, and coaching decisions the Golden Knights have made post Stanley Cup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on June 16, 2026. Hour 1 Starting Lineup John Tortorella won't return as coach of Golden Knights What You May Have Missed Hour 2 Mark Harlan, Utah Athletic Director G, B & U: BYU football safety Faletau Satuala suffered offseason injury The Fried Apple Pie is Back Hour 3 Kurt Helin, NBC Sports and Pro Basketball Talk Bob Casper, Real Golf Radio World Cup Minute Hour 4 NBA offseason storylines Sports Roulette: Dolan asked his team to make some sacrifices to win an NBA championship + MORE
Hour 1 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Starting Lineup John Tortorella won't return as coach of Golden Knights What You May Have Missed
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil continue to dive into the Broncos as they started minicamp this week. We hear from Bo Nix on where the team is at at this point in the offseason, his procedures on his ankle, and much more. Was Nix going in for a second surgery to remove bone spurs, the right path for Nix to be 100% healthy this season? Will Nix come back and be able to utilize his mobility as he did before the surgeries? What has Nix missed out on by being sidelined the past few weeks? Who didn't the guys see out at practice today? Today's "Three Count" includes RJ Harvey having behind-the-scenes surgery for a labrum injury from the AFC title game, the Golden Knights not bringing back John Tortorella after taking Vegas to the Stanley Cup Final as an interim head coach, and Brendan Sorsby entering the NFL supplemental draft. Could the Broncos new stadium be a host for the 2031 Women's World Cup if the construction is completed by then?
In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Kyle Bukauskas and Elliotte Friedman react to the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in 6 games to win the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. They also touch on the Golden Knights running out of gas in the end (34:33). They talk about Torts' future (40:23). The Final Thought puts a wrap on the 2026 NHL season and looks ahead to the news to come (46:26). Kyle and Elliotte answer your questions and comments in the Thought Line presented by BetMGM (49:44). Listen to all the 32 Thoughts music here. Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemail. This podcast was produced and mixed by Cristian Ceniti and hosted by Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates
Chris Plank and Arnie Spanier open up this week's show with their thoughts on the Knicks winning their first NBA title in 53 years! They give the Knicks their flowers, breaking down where this ranks among NYC championships in history, along with where Jalen Brunson falls among all-time Knicks. Then they break things down from the Spurs side of things, discussing what needs to be done this offseason in order to eventually get over the hump. The guys also talk about the World Cup, reacting to Team USA's dominant win over Paraguay and debating whether a strong run from USMNT would increase interest in soccer in the US. Later, Arnie and Plank react to the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Vegas Golden Knights to win the Stanley Cup Final. Vegas insider and Golden Knights fan Todd Furman joins the show to weigh in with some thoughts and share some of his favorite bets heading into the week of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ESPN Hockey Analyst Ray Ferraro joined OverDrive to discuss the Hurricanes' triumphant run to win the Stanley Cup, the style of Carolina, Rod Brind'Amour making his mark on the franchise, Mitch Marner's postseason, John Tortorella's future with the Golden Knights, Bruce Cassidy's next steps and more.
Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys dive into the Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup against the Golden Knights, Rod Brind'Amour setting the culture, Jordan Staal winning the Conn Smythe and loyalty in the NHL. They also dive into the Knicks' championship win against the Spurs, Jalen Brunson's role and Bud Cauley winning the RBC Canadian Open.
First Take begins with Magic Johnson talking De'Aaron Fox's blunder. The GOAT point guard tells us what HE would have done in that situation! Then, would the Knicks be one of the greatest teams of all time if they win it all? Next, John Tortorella is so sure he the Golden Knights will force a game 7, he's leaving clothes in Raleigh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(00:00) A caller asks Hardy to share the story of Scott Zolak eating a platter of egg salad sandwiches behind a dumpster.(00:20:36.66)(00:33:23.21) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Hurricanes take Game 5 for 3-2 series lead over Golden Knights, scoring 2 power-play goals. Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup's opening matchPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Daily Juice is back for Thursday, June 11th, 2026, with a massive night in hockey as the Stanley Cup Final heads to Game 5 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights. Will Carolina move one step closer to lifting the Stanley Cup, or can Vegas respond in a pivotal Game 5? Matt breaks down the matchup and delivers his favorite bets for Thursday's card.
Czabe talks about "gettin' paid" and the humble obligations that *should* come with it. Unfortunately, as the money has gotten stupider in sports, so too have the people being showered with outrageous contracts. Czabe also reflects on what most bothered him about Wemby NOT having his obviously flagrant foul upgraded by the league on Tuesday. Then, friend of the show GIL ALEXANDER of VSiN joins to talk about the absurdity of the Brendan Sorsby ruling in court that allows him to play. How is the city of Vegas enjoying the Golden Knights ride? Will the town ever come to love the Athletics? Plus, when it comes to betting on the World Cup, pay close attention to the new rules on getting out of the group stage! MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code CZABE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollcoclothing.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Sia Nejad, Buckets, Danny Brasco, Tom Casale, and AMags as they dish out their picks for Golden Knights vs. Canes, MLB, World Cup and MORE!(0:00) Intro(2:36) Recap Screen(2:55) Free Sportsline MLB Picks(5:40) Buckets' World Cup Monologue(8:28) Tom's Vegas-Carolina Game 5 Pick(10:12) Buckets' World Cup Picks(12:45) UFC and MLB Picks(20:05) Rapid Fire World Cup Bets(24:22) Amags' MLB Props(27:08) Sia's Golf Pick(29:15) Danny's UFC White House Picks(33:06) HR Model Picks
Missin Curfew Episode 490 Brayden McNabb has a huge game 3 after taking a snapshot to the nose in game 2 Is Mike Babcock making a return to the NHL? Golden Knights go up 2-1 in the Stanley Cup Finals and the fellas are in Las Vegas for game 4! Dylan Larkin wants out of Detroit; which team is he the best fit on? (0:00) Intro (2:00) J Swish's UND Reunion in Chicago (13:40) USHL Moving Westward (22:39) Kings Hire Peter Laviolette (27:24) DraftKings Segment (35:25) KITS Dish of the Week: Jack Eichel (37:53) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Seth Jarvis, Jordan Staal, Connor McDavid (46:50) Is Mike Babcock returning? (49:24) Luxury Auto Collection Dog of The Week: Brayden McNabb (54:08) Stanley Cup Final Update (1:07:45) Milk Carton: Taylor Hall (1:13:04) Rumor Mill: Dylan Larkin Trade Request SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(20:35.236)(32:59.173) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Peyton Tolle pitched well but the Red Sox fell 4–3 to the Rays at Tropicana Field, dropping the first two games of the series and falling 11 games under .500 for the first time since 2020. Hurricanes win another thriller on a late Jordan Staal goal to tie the Golden Knights at 2-2 in the NHL FInals.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Daily Juice is back for Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, with a loaded betting card highlighted by Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes. Can Vegas respond with a massive road win, or will Carolina take complete control of the series? Matt breaks down Game 4 and delivers his favorite bets for Tuesday's card.
Nick Kostos wraps up the hour with his thoughts on Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes.
Join Sia Nejad, Matt Snyder, Aamgs, Jeff Hochman, and Calvin Wetzel as they dish out their picks for Canes vs. Golden Knights, MLB, WNBA and MORE!(0:00) Intro(2:38) Recap Screen(3:00) Free Sportsline MLB Pick(5:32) Snyper's MLB Bets(7:51) Jeff's Stanley Cup Game 4 Bet(8:55) Sia's Stanley Cup +158 Bet(10:35) Rapid Fire WNBA, MLB Picks(15:45) Amags' MLB Bet(22:15) Calvin's WNBA Parlay(24:25) Bonus WNBA, NHL, MLB Picks(25:20) HR Model Picks(27:00) Rapid Fire MLB Bets
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray kick off the third hour of the show by reacting to the San Antonio Spurs' win over New York Knicks in game 3 of the NBA Finals last night.(11:04) The callers speak their mind on Victor Wembanyama and other topics discussed in today's show. (20:19) The guys react to the Vegas Golden Knights' game 3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Finals on Sunday night.(25:55) Resetting thoughts on Christian Gonzalez's contract and the New England Patriots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Michael Hurley kick off the hour with breaking news from the Who's Your Caddy 98.5 Classic.(11:12) The guys discuss Victor Wembanyama's current status and share their overall thoughts on the NBA Finals.(21:41) After the Vegas Golden Knights' Game 3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final, the guys discuss whether the NHL should change its playoff overtime rules.(32:17) The callers continue the conversation about the duration of NHL games.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Daily Juice is back for Saturday, June 6th, 2026, featuring Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes. With the series shifting to Carolina, which team takes control of the Stanley Cup Final? Matt breaks down Game 3 along with his favorite bets from around the sports world.
Eddie Olczyk joins the show to break down his picks for the Belmont Stakes, and shares his thoughts on Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final.
Missin Curfew Episode 490 ESPN Broadcaster Steve Levy joins the fellas to break down the Stanley Cup Finals and discuss the New York Knicks return to the NBA Finals Has Vegas taken control of the series after winning Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final? Should Zach Werenski have won the Norris trophy since Columbus missed the playoffs? Does Brett Howden have a chance to win the Conn Smythe trophy over Mitch Marner? (0:00) Intro (2:00) Chicago & Best Arenas (11:02) New All Star Format (17:30) Gary Bettman Sticking Around as Commissioner (23:06) Zach Werenski wins the Norris Trophy (28:47) Getting Hurt Before the Season Ends (35:18) DraftKings Segment - Conn Smythe Winner (38:42) KITS Dish of the Week: Shea Theodore (44:14) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Nicolaj Ehlers, Ivan Barbashev, Brayden McNabb, Mitch Marner, Jon Cooper, Marcus Foligno (53:31) Golden Knights win Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final (1:02:07) Rumor Mill: USA-Russia Friendly in Moscow (1:04:17) Steve Levy Interview (1:12:29) Levy On Broadcasting the Playoffs and Watching Games with Messier SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Daily Juice is back for Thursday, June 4th, 2026, featuring Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes. Matt Perrault breaks down his favorite bets of the day, including a major position on the Knicks, a Game 2 Stanley Cup Final wager, and two MLB plays featuring the Red Sox and Braves.
Nick Kostos wraps up the show with his best bets for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Golden Knights and Hurricanes.
C&R are celebrating "A Wemby Wednesday!" They talk NHL Stanley Cup Final & NBA Finals! They debate KG's comments about Wemby being "too emotional," crying after beating OKC. Plus, Golden Knights, & the guys set-up a fun Madden cover topic! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Stanley Cup is happening right now. The Golden Knights took a 1-0 lead in the series over the Hurricanes. But! Another story came out from the NHL that you asked about. (11:40) Steph Curry has a new shoe deal. He has signed with Li-Ning. Because of the comfort of the shoes or because of the $400 million? (22:40) Do the Brewers owe their success to David Samson? (31:50) Why are the San Francisco Giants so bad against teams with similar payrolls? (37:55) Can you explain local tax revenue and ticket sales and stadium revenue and what is happening with the Vegas stadium? (45:20) We have an NIL number $6.5 million now. A college basketball player making $6.5 million. Unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Stanley Cup is happening right now. The Golden Knights took a 1-0 lead in the series over the Hurricanes. But! Another story came out from the NHL that you asked about. (11:40) Steph Curry has a new shoe deal. He has signed with Li-Ning. Because of the comfort of the shoes or because of the $400 million? (22:40) Do the Brewers owe their success to David Samson? (31:50) Why are the San Francisco Giants so bad against teams with similar payrolls? (37:55) Can you explain local tax revenue and ticket sales and stadium revenue and what is happening with the Vegas stadium? (45:20) We have an NIL number $6.5 million now. A college basketball player making $6.5 million. Unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Daily Juice is back for Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, featuring Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, North Carolina. Matt Perrault breaks down his favorite bets for the day, including a play on Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final along with additional MLB action.
NHL playoffs voice on TV, Kenny Albert joins the show from Las Vegas after calling the Ducks win over the Golden Knights to give his thoughts on the Knicks, the NHL playoffs, and how he spends his time in Vegas. Plus, we play a game of "Albert or Foul-bert". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys cover all things happening in the world of sports, including last night's NHL & NBA Playoff action, all the latest NFL news, and much more. In the first hour, we are joined by 12x All-Star, 9x NBA All-Defensive team, 22-year NBA Veteran, Chris Paul, who takes us through CP's Top 3 Takeaways, covering Anthony Edwards and the T-Wolves stealing game one in San Antonio, Jalen Brunson leading the Knicks to a dominant win over the 76ers, and the adjustments the Detroit Pistons need to make heading into the second round. We also dive in to the San Antonio Spurs last possession, the Lakers chances against the Thunder, and much more. Also in the first hour, we are joined by the first woman trainer to win the Kentucky Derby with Golden Tempo, Cherie DeVaux to talk us about training Golden Tempo's late closing style, whether or not he will run in the Preakness, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by 13 year NHL veteran, Olympic gold medalist, & ESPN Analyst PK Subban to talk about the Carolina Hurricanes dominating through the first two rounds so far, Seth Jarvis and his buddies taking the internet by storm, the controversial non-icing call in the Ducks vs Golden Knights game, what the Minnesota Wild have to do to slow down the Avalanche offense, what makes Quinn Hughes such a great Defenseman, and much more. After PK Subban, we are joined by the GM of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jason Licht, to recap an exciting draft that saw Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. fall to them at #15, WR Mike Evans leaving the organization, what they need to be successful next 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 will be back tomorrow LIVE from the ThunderDome. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices