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(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero are live from Dick’s House of Sport and they open the show discussing the Red Sox’s 10 game winning streak and whether they can keep it up after the All Star Break. (14:44) Comments on the Red Sox’s need to trade for a quality starting pitcher and caller reactions. (24:34) Conversation on Caitlin Clark’s dominant style of basketball and how unwell she appears to be treated by the rest of the WNBA. (37:03) Reaction to Abraham Toro’s game-saving play from Saturday’s win over the Rays and caller reactions about the Red Sox and Caitlin Clark.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero are live from Dick’s House of Sport and they kick off the second hour with a conversation about Jayson Tatum recruiting Damian Lillard to the Celtics. (7:22) Discussion about Jaylen Brown’s comments on his time in Boston and role with the Celtics so far. (22:05) Thoughts on last night’s Home Run Derby and calls on everything the guys have talked about today. (31:24) Comments on the red-hot Red Sox and whether they should trade away highly rated prospects at the trade deadline.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero are live from Dick’s House of Sport and they begin the third hour discussing the optimistic expectations for the Patriots. (10:26) Caller reactions on Jaylen Brown’s comments about his time in Boston so far. (20:33) Conversation about the Red Sox’s 10 game winning streak and whether it indicates they are a good baseball team, plus comments on Jacob Misiorowski being selected to the All Star Game after only 5 career starts. (30:26) Reaction to Jeff Passan’s comments calling the Red Sox as a potential World Series contender and calls on everything discussed today.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero are live from Dick’s House of Sport and they kick off the fourth hour answering calls on Caitlin Clark, Jaylen Brown, and the Red Sox. (12:47) More calls about everything the guys discussed today. (24:04) The Email of the Day! (37:14) The Final Word!
(0:00) Mark Dondero joins Felger and Mazz as they kick off the show with thoughts on the Red Sox’s success at the plate since the Rafael Devers trade. (14:07) Caller reactions about Alex Cora’s attitude, moving on from Rafael Devers, and the trade deadline. (25:45) Conversation about Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz being placed under investigation for spiking pitches with unusual betting action on them. (37:16) Comments on the Oasis reunion, plus caller reactions on all the guys have talked about.
(0:00) Mark Dondero joins Felger and Mazz as they begin the second hour answering calls about the Red Sox. (10:14) Reaction to Brad Stevens’ comments on the Celtics trying to save money in order to avoid penalties posted by the NBA. (24:46) Discussion about Joe Mazzulla and the Celtics experimenting with new ideas during the Summer League and Mazzulla’s contract situation. (32:18) Caller reactions on the Red Sox trade deadline approach and the Celtics attempting to avoid salary taxes.
(0:00) Mark Dondero joins Felger and Mazz as they open the third hour with calls on the Luis Ortiz gambling scandal, whether the Red Sox should buy or sell, and Joe Mazzulla’s Summer League plan. (10:59) The guys react to Wimbledon’s faulty A.I. line judges and discuss its shortcomings. (26:26) Comments on the NBA’s new Summer League statistic ruling regarding buzzer-beater half-court shots, plus discussion about the rules in Savannah Bananas baseball games.
(0:00) Mark Dondero joins Felger and Mazz as they kick off the fourth hour with caller reactions on everything discussed today. (10:59) Comments on Roman Anthony and the Red Sox’s success at the plate since Rafael Devers’ exit. (21:13) The Email of the Day! (33:48) The Final Word!
(0:00) Felger, Matt McCarthy, and Mark Dondero open the second hour of the show discussing the Bruins week, starting with drafting James Hagens and then their Day 1 free agency moves. (12:53) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed on the show. (26:32) Is it all about shedding salary and staying out of the Second Apron for the Celtics this offseason? (34:52) More thoughts on the Bruins start to free agency. Plus, caller reaction on an Agenda Free Thursday.
(0:00) Felger, Matt McCarthy, and Mark Dondero open the final hour with some thoughts on Masataka Yoshida possibly playing first baseman for the Red Sox. (12:23) The callers give their thoughts on an Agenda Free Thursday! (23:18) The Email of the Day! (34:52) The Final Word!
(0:00) Felger, Matt McCarthy, and Mark Dondero open an “Agenda Free Thursday” show with thoughts on the Red Sox, and Damien Lillard being on the Celtics radar. (14:33) Could Damien Lillard sign with the Boston Celtics? (27:01) Some thoughts on the Red Sox and the amount of mistakes that they make on a nightly basis. (35:29) The callers weigh in on an “Agenda Free Thursday”.
(00:00) - Mark Dondero hosts the show tonight and kicks it off by explaining why he doesn’t think that Roman Anthony is a mountain-mover for the Red Sox. (14:30) - We continue the show discussing game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals and Mark takes callers. (26:20) - The show continues with discussion of Stefon Diggs and the Patriots OTAs. (35:00) - We wrap up the show by breaking down the culture inside the Red Sox’s clubhouse.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero open the show discussing the Bruins hiring Marco Sturm as Head Coach. (13:30) Callers react to the Bruins hiring Sturm as new head coach. (26:27) Felger shares his dislike for overtime in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. (39:15) More thoughts on the Sturm hiring. Plus, caller reactions.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero are in for Felger and Mazz and they open the show discussing the current state of the Red Sox. (13:56) More thoughts on the Red Sox and the team hovering around .500 all season. (27:11) Will good World Championships appearances for Jeremy Swayman and Elias Lindholm help them rebound in 25-26? (38:22) Is it concerning that the Bruins are yet to hire a head coach?
(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero are in for Felger and Mazz and they open the second hour discussing Joe Mazzulla and his job security? (14:22) Some thoughts on Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Knicks and Pacers. (23:45) A call on Joe Mazzulla leads to the guys discussing Mazzulla and the job he has done as Celtics head coach. (31:08) A lightning round of callers on all that the guys have discussed.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero are in for Felger and Mazz and they open the third hour with their thoughts on where the Patriots stand. (15:05) Some thoughts on Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s relationship. (26:24) Continuing thoughts on the Patriots and their outlook for next season. (37:21) Reacting to mismanagement by Alex Cora late in the Red Sox’s 3-2 loss to the Brewers.
(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero are in for Felger and Mazz and they open the fourth hour continuing with their thoughts on the latest Red Sox loss. (10:31) More thoughts concerning the Red Sox roster, lineup, and coaching. (21:46) Final thoughts, calls, and emails. (33:27) The Final Word.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Mark Dondero open the show with their overall thoughts from the Patriots draft over the weekend. (18:21) The phones are down so Felger reads incoming emails. (25:48) More discussion on the Patriots draft and taking a running back in the second round. (34:56) More draft talk and Felgers rant on the phone calls for the draft picks.
(0:00) Andrew Callahan, from the Boston Globe and Mark Dondero join Hardy in-studio. The crew comment on Jon Wallach's European Vacation photos on Instagram. (20:47) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: NFL Draft Round 1 took place last night. The Patriots selected LSU LT Will Campbell with the #4 pick. The guys react to the draft day trades, including Jaguars trading up to acquire Colorado WR/DB Travis Hunter and the Giants trading back into the first round. Adam Schefter's fashion sense gets questioned. (34:42) More reaction to Adam Schefter breaking the news of the Jaguars trade with Cleveland to acquire the #2 pick. The guys offer their initial reactions to the Patriots selection of Will Campbell. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Matt McCarthy, Mark Dondero and Tyler Milliken - live from the Cask ' Flagon Fenway - begin the final hour of the program getting to know your Sports Hub talents. Story time featuring Tyler Milliken and Mark Dondero. (10:13) McCarthy, Dondero and Milliken provide a quick update on Tim McKone's trek in the 129th Boston Marathon. McKone seems to be quickening the pace, and will be in line to finish strong. More story time from Tyler Milliken. (20:22) Red Sox win Patriots' Day matinee matchup against the Chicago White Sox to take the season series (4-3). The guys react to the Sox' win from a ruckus Fenway Park. (34:04) Today's Takeaways
(00:00) Matt McCarthy, Mark Dondero and Tyler Milliken coming live from the Cask ‘N Flagon, react to comments made by Dan Graziano speculating whether Shadeur Sanders will crack the Top 3 in the Draft. (14:40) The guys provide a quick update on Tim McKone. Dondero recalls his own marathon experience and offers advice to Tyler Milliken if he were to ever run a marathon. (23:49) The crew react to comments made by Jeremy Fowler regarding Ashton Jeanty. Will teams target Jeanty to move up in the Draft? (36:17) Tim McKone Tracker in full effect - McKone at the 10K Mark. Pace has picked up.
(00:00) Matt McCarthy, Mark Dondero and Tyler Milliken coming live from the Cask ‘N Flagon, react to Jayson Tatum’s wrist injury sustained in Game 1. Can the Celtics handle the Magic’s level of physicality? (12:40) McCarthy, Dondero and Milliken continue their discussion on Jayson Tatum. Can the Celtics repeat as NBA Champions without Tatum being their best player? Does Tatum have the internal fortitude to elevate his game in the postseason? The crew analyzes Tatum’s play. (25:22) The guys get into Jaylen Brown’s knee injury. (34:20) The tracking of Tim McKone continues. The crew notices his pace has dropped. McCarthy takes issue with his company email.
(00:00) Matt McCarthy, Mark Dondero and Tyler Milliken are in for Zolak & Bertrand on a Patriots’ Day/Marathon Monday LIVE remotely from the Cask “N Flagon Fenway. The guys react to the Celtics Game 1 win against the Magic and the Red Sox series against the White Sox. (13:23) McCarthy, Dondero and Milliken break down Jayson Tatum’s play and react to his wrist injury, on a flagrant foul in the 2nd half. (24:02) The crew analyze the Red Sox Bullpen implosion, particularly Zach Kelly and Liam Hendricks’ performance. (35:23) Tim McKone Tracker is set to begin, as Tim McKone will be an active participant in the running of the 129th Boston Marathon.
(0:00) Mark starts the third hour of Friday night's show discussing Bill Belichick's new book and if he thinks he'll show up for Bill Parcells Patriots HOF induction. (14:50) Another edition of take your pick with Mark Dondero! (25:30) Mark discusses the Red Sox blowing out the White Sox 10-3 tonight and Trevor Story's big night.
(0:00) Mark Dondero is in for Joe Murray and starts off Friday night's show discussing the upcoming playoff run for the Celtics and what's on the line for the team and it's stars. (14:50) Dondero continues to talk Celtics playoff run and discusses what's on the line for Jayson Tatum in this postseason. (25:10) The Eastern Conference is discussed with Dondero discussing what teams could pose some issues for the Celtics. (34:30) The NBA playoff picture as a whole is discussed to wrap up the first hour.
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(0:00) Mark Dondero is in for Joe Murray tonight and he starts off the show talking about his experience at Augusta National for The Masters (17:34) Mark discusses options for the Patriots during the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Andrew Callahan start the second hour of the show wondering if the Patriots should tank the final game of the regular season. Trade-down talk. (14:00) How much is Eliot Wolf to blame for this terrible Patriots roster? (24:00) Mark and Andrew’s look back at some of their worst takes of 2024! (34:00) Most unexpected moments of 2024. Sara in Everett checks in for the first time in a while; she gives a New Year’s Eve party suggestion. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Andrew Callahan open the Toucher & Hardy program with thoughts on New Year’s Eve! (16:00) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The guys do a quick recap of Monday Night Football. The Lions edged out the 49ers for another impressive regular season win. (28:00) Which Boston sports athletes would be invited to your New Year’s Eve Party? Callers chime in. (36:00) Bigger Deal or Smaller Deal – Best Tom Brady plays of all time. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Andrew Callahan start the third hour of the show wondering if Jerod Mayo will return to the Patriots next season. (17:00) More thoughts on which Boston sports athletes you would want at a party. (27:00) Who is the MVP of Boston sports in the year 2024? (33:00) Who is the rightful NFL MVP this season? Josh Allen? Joe Burrow? Lamar Jackson? CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Andrew Callahan start the final hour of the show playing everyone’s favorite game: “Two Stats & 1 Lie.” (10:00) Should the Patriots sit Drake Maye in Week 18? More draft theory for the Patriots. (21:00) Final thoughts on the Boston sports New Year’s Eve party. Callers chime in. (29:00) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Alex Barth start the final hour of the program reacting to quotes from Jerod Mayo’s Monday morning media presser. (14:00) Will the Patriots play Drake Maye Week 18 versus the Bills? More Patriots caller reaction. (23:00) THE STACK (31:00) The show wraps with a few quick thoughts on the Patriots draft scenarios. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Alex Barth start the second hour of the show taking more calls on the Patriots (9:00) Mike Reiss, Patriots NFL Nation reporter at ESPN, joins the show to analyze potential Patriots personnel changes. (24:00) The guys react to Reiss’ criticism of the Patriots. (28:00) Could the Patriots go after Mike Vrabel? Apparently, Josh McDaniels would come with Vrabel as offensive coordinator. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Alex Barth start the third hour of the show going Around the NFL. (14:00) Quick college football thoughts from the guys. Big playoff games this weekend. (25:00) The Celtics fell to the Pacers Sunday night, 123-114. Are you worried about the Celtics mediocre December? (35:00) More caller reaction to the Patriots. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(00:00) Mark Dondero and Dan Roche open up the Toucher & Hardy show by going down memory lane about their high school athletics days. (15:59) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Reacting to the Bears-Seahawks game on TNF. (28:19) Grading out the Red Sox offseason so far. (38:07) Discussing the Celtics recent inconsistent play. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Dan Roche discuss their childhood jersey collections growing up. (12:10) Questioning if the Red Sox will contend for a playoff spot this offseason. (20:21) Comparing the rookie seasons of Drake Maye and Mac Jones. (31:25) Discussing what the signature point for the Patriots this season is. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(00:00) Mark Dondero, Dan Roche, and Mike Reiss open up the final hour of Toucher & Hardy by reacting to Keion White’s comments about his cloudy future after this season. (13:31) Going around the NFL with Mike Reiss. (23:43) THE STACK. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) - Mark Dondero and Leroy Irvin discuss their expectations for the next two weeks for the Patriots (13:34) The guys ask if you’d rather be in the Patriots situation or the Steelers? (24:31) The guys address the Celtics loss and callers react (34:25) Callers react to the Patriots
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Leroy Irvin continue the Patriots conversation and what to expect moving forward (14:10) Callers react (24:04) The guys talk about Joel Embiid’s pregame spill and the Celtics loss (33:24) The guys continue the NFL conversation with Super Bowl favorites
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Leroy Irvin take your calls and continue the Patriots conversation (13:51) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show (24:47) The guys reset the show with Paul Perillo (35:07) Paul Perillo answers rapid fire questions
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Leroy Irvin discuss the future of Drake Maye with the current organization (7:03) Callers react to the Patriots and the guys talk about what the Patriots should do moving forward (15:20) The guys wrap up the Patriots conversation and look ahead to the game against the Chargers (25:20) Wrap up continued
(00:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo who are filling in for the guys open up Toucher and Hardy by questioning what changes will come for the Patriots in the offseason (16:32) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Reacting to the Celtics collapse to the Orlando Magic. (29:33) Paul and Mark discuss their favorite Christmas movies. (38:06) Discussing the best gifts Boston sports fans have gotten over the years. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo start off the second hour of the program by discussing what the best Christmas gift they’ve received. (8:20) Debating what the best case scenario for the Patriots in the offseason is. (25:12) What would you rather, to be able to play a round of golf at every major, or free courtside tickets at every home NBA playoff game? (31:28) Discussing the current state of the NBA. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo open up the third hour by discussing the best traditions in Boston Sports. (13:17) Discussing why people hate ‘Sweet Caroline’. (20:46) Debating if Drake Maye should face most of the criticism for the loss to the Bills. (33:07) Callers weigh in on the topics throughout the day. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(00:00) Mark Dondero and Paul Perillo open up the final hour of Toucher & Hardy by questioning what the Patriots signature moment is on the season. (11:04) Bigger Deal-Smaller Deal: Jaylen Brown (24:15) Debating if the Patriots first Super Bowl victory was greater than the victory over Seattle. (32:00) THE STACK. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy985 Facebook: Toucher & Hardy For the latest, Visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 the Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Visit our channel on Youtube!
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo begin Hour #3 by analyzing the AFC Playoff picture. (14:23) Patriots-Bills Takeaways: What positives can you take away from last night's game versus Buffalo. (23:16) Maximizing Drake Maye's Window, as a young franchise QB. (35:04) Bigger Deal or Smaller Deal...than Drake Maye CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo, in for Toucher & Hardy, begin the final hour of the show evaluating the 2024 New England Patriots to-date. (10:46) More evaluation of the Patriots from Dondero & Perillo. (19:31) Breaking news: Walker Buehler signs a 1-year deal with the Red Sox - Dondero & Perillo react. (27:07) The Stack
(0:00) Mark Dondero & Paul Perillo are in-studio for Toucher & Hardy (13:35) What Happened Last Night? - Dondero & Perillo react to the Patriots Week 16 loss against Buffalo. (25:20) Drake Maye's Turnover Streak Continues (38:35) Dondero & Perillo analyze Josh Allen's comments made about the Patriots. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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!