Podcasts about Opening Day

Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci the difference between Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic. What makes it so popular and great for baseball? Tom notes the growing popularity of the event as it starts its 6th year. Konnor Griffin has been impressive in Spring Training. Tom gives some impressive comps that has Joe excited about Griffin as a player. Legendary ump Bruce Froemming passed away and Joe happens to have been his very last ejection. Plus, a fun promotion coming this season for the Cardinals! Joe recalls some great event nights for teams and even some that should be avoided! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys debate the Mike Brown Knicks' sky-high ceiling, frustratingly low floor, and why regular-season reactions can swing wildly game to game. Strong defense, hot three-point shooting, and key performances show how dangerous this team can be — but consistency remains the missing piece. Things get spicy when a prominent fan publicly begs Giannis to come to New York, sparking a rant about whether a legitimate contender should ever sound that desperate. From there it turns into a classic WFAN free-for-all: callers argue the show should have led with the Knicks, hosts push back on regular-season overreactions, and coaching adjustments plus lineup experimentation come under the microscope. The hour closes on baseball with a passionate Mets debate: Who should start Opening Day — Freddy Peralta or rookie phenom Nolan McClain? Respect for the veteran vs hype for the future, contract psychology, clubhouse dynamics, and fan expectations all collide, along with a wild prediction game for the temperature at first pitch at Citi Field. A chaotic, funny, very New York finish to a jam-packed hour.

Ron Darling's blunt assessment of the rotation. With six healthy starters, is it finally time to stop building around Cody Singer and lock into a traditional five-man plan? The guys break down the risk of a six-man rotation, how it could cost Nolan McClain and Freddy Peralta valuable starts, and why Carlos Mendoza has a season-defining decision to make before Opening Day. Evan also pushes his favorite compromise: a “tag team” piggyback strategy that could maximize depth while protecting arms. Then spring training drama hits. Cardinals broadcasters call out Juan Soto for not running out a pop-up, and Evan and Tiki go at it over whether hustle even matters in March. Is it lazy optics, smart injury prevention, or fake outrage from a meaningless game in Jupiter? Plus, a quick look at Clay Holmes' development, pitchers experimenting with new stuff, and why nothing you see right now should cause panic… yet.

Evan & Tiki discuss all the topics from the weekend including the report of big changes to the Giants roster, Aaron Glenn still dealing with his sleep schedule, the Knicks win over the Spurs, the Islanders continuing to win, the Mets opening day starter, the best 48s in history and more!

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing Stefon Diggs and his future with the Patriots ahead of NFL Free Agency starting next week. (16:55) The callers give their thoughts on Diggs and the Patriots. (24:19) What is the latest with Marcelo Mayer and the Red Sox as Mayer looks to lock in a spot in the Opening Day lineup. Plus, how do we feel about the World Baseball Classic? (36:57) Would the Patriots trade a 1st round pick for Maxx Crosby? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic predict San Francisco's Opening Day roster and offer the latest on Bryce Eldridge. Plus, Alex sits down with Harrison Bader. -- (2:30) - The latest from spring training (7:20) - Predicting San Francisco's Opening Day roster (18:10) - Who fills the Giants' DH role? (19:00) - Pitching updates (24:00) - Giants health updates (28:40) - Fan mailbag questions (41:00) - Harrison Bader interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gio's out one more day, so Boomer and Jerry open with the Knicks' dominant defensive win over the Spurs at MSG before C-Lo checks in with the highlights. Also, Jerry's call of a big Rutgers road win over Maryland, Matthew Schaefer's scoring streak for Isles, Boomer reacts to the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta as the Opening Day starter. Finally, Jerry's trip to Maryland, where he tracked down Boomer's plaque and swapped stories with his former classmates.

Boomer and Jerry open the show with the Knicks' defensive win over the Spurs before C-Lo highlights a Rutgers road victory and an Islanders win where Matthew Schaefer earned Wayne Gretzky comparisons. The NFL Draft talk follows with a look at the Jets' quarterback needs. We also discuss the undefeated UConn women's season. After a call from a former homeless listener in Florida, the conversation shifts to Giants draft targets, an SNL clip featuring Jack Hughes, and Kevin Willard's memories of working under Rick Pitino. Plus, Boomer's divided Rangers-Islanders family, the Mets' decision to start Freddy Peralta on Opening Day over Nolan McLean, and Ron Darling's wild stories of attending bar mitzvahs. We even talk the World Baseball Classic.

A caller suggests the Giants draft the kicker from Hawaii followed by a question on whether Boomer would root for Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders if the Rangers are out. C-Lo has highlights of Schaefer and the Islanders, plus, an SNL clip featuring Jack Hughes, Hilary Knight, and the actor from Heated Rivalry, and Villanova coach Kevin Willard's memories of the tough work environment under Rick Pitino. We finish up with the Knicks' balanced win and guessing the Jets' Opening Day starter.

We were hoping Nolan McClain. Also, is Jerry into the World Baseball Classic.

Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Rays Chief Business Officer Bill Walsh, pitchers Yoendrys Gomez & Garrett Cleavinger, & first base coach Core Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics discussed: Is a situation brewing between the Red Sox and Marcelo Mayer, and will it impact Opening Day? (The Drive) // Bill Belichick's muse, JordON Hudson, turns heads with Tom Brady comparison // Reacting to the St. Louis Cardinals' incredible all-you-can-eat offering in 2026 (Odds and Ends)

As Pete Alonso flexes his power at Orioles spring training, Boomer & Gio wonder if any regret from the Mets will start to sink in. Plus, Evan & Tiki react to comments from Daryl Strawberry who says Alonso will be the one who regrets leaving New York (12:04); Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber on the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta over Nolan McLean to start Opening Day (30:42); a caller asks Evan about Joe Benigno's anger toward the Mets (54:43)

As Pete Alonso flexes his power at Orioles spring training, Boomer & Gio wonder if any regret from the Mets will start to sink in. Plus, Evan & Tiki react to comments from Daryl Strawberry who says Alonso will be the one who regrets leaving New York (12:04); Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber on the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta over Nolan McLean to start Opening Day (30:42); a caller asks Evan about Joe Benigno's anger toward the Mets (54:43)

Vintage vacuum drift — bright, faster-paced, optimistic, with occasional doubt (and some coffee breaks).I was thinking of a busy morning cleaning hotel rooms. The people — can I say it? — usually women. I can count on one finger the number of times I've seen a gentleman cleaner. I want to be as specific as possible because these ladies (and the occasional gentleman) rarely get the appreciation they deserve. Tip housekeeping before checkout, folks.Do you remember those dreaded Saturday morning chores, when a parent handed you a broom and just pointed — “Sweep”? How aggrieved did we feel about making the bed? Had to make mine with the hospital tuck — it absolutely sucked.That felt aggro. I'm stressed — I don't have much in the tank this morning.But! I've been working on building a vintage baseball game listenership episode set in a bar from history. The aim is to release it near Opening Day.Until then, turn off the commercial news. Take care.

The clip is everywhere: Aaron Glenn at the Combine looking like he's “resting his eyes” on national TV. The show opens by defending how brutally boring the Combine is, then gets real about what matters in 2026, optics. For a Jets coach already under a microscope, that moment turns into instant Jets lore, and the crew debates whether he will ever shake it once the season starts. Then the calls flood in and the Jets embarrassment fatigue is loud. Connor Green speaks for the fan base that is tired of becoming a weekly meme, while callers argue whether this is harmless, unacceptable, or a sign of bigger problems. The conversation also touches the fallout of the Jermaine Johnson trade and why the Jets absolutely have to hit on their premium draft picks. From there it's back to the Giants: draft smoke, Kayvon Thibodeaux trade chatter, and the larger question of who is actually safe as Big Blue reshapes the roster. The show also digs into the anxiety of losing free agents and how quickly “cap savings” turns into desperation when you still need starters. And yes, the Mets take over a chunk of the hour too. Carlos Mendoza names Freddie Peralta the Opening Day starter, which sparks the debate Mets fans did not want: should the homegrown phenom Nolan McLean have gotten the honor, especially with Paul Skenes lined up on the other side? The crew breaks down why the Peralta choice feels like a recruitment pitch for an impending free agent, why fans wanted the electric McLean vs. Skenes matchup, and whether “your ace must start Opening Day” is a hard rule or just a tradition.

The leaked NFLPA report cards spark a New York football reckoning. The Giants get crushed, including Joe Schoen landing the lowest GM grade in the league, while the Jets somehow come out glowing and Aaron Glenn grades out as one of the best-liked head coaches. And of course, MetLife's field gets dragged again, with World Cup grass plans creating even more questions. Then it's Cinco De Luncho time: in honor of the Giancarlo Stanton “can't open a bag of chips” saga, we draft the Top 5 hardest things to open. Plus, Mets fans argue Opening Day pitching drama, Jets fans debate drafting offense vs. defense, and the show detonates into Rangers chaos as Adam Fox's reaction fuels a full-blown Chris Drury and Mike Sullivan freakout.

Full Show: The Giants could trade Kayvon Thibodeau, Aaron Glenn gets a little sleepy at the Combine, the Mets have their Opening Day starter, Tiki discusses space travel and aliens, and much more.

Mets fans wanted the movie scene: Nolan McLean at Citi Field on Opening Day, homegrown phenom vs. Paul Skenes, two young flamethrowers kicking off the season with electricity. Instead, Carlos Mendoza goes with Freddie Peralta as the Opening Day starter, and it sets off a classic New York debate about what matters more: the ace, the moment, or the message. The show dives into why McLean has fans dreaming big. The kid looks like the future of Mets pitching, and Mets history is built on arms. But body of work still counts, and Peralta is the established top-of-the-rotation guy, even if he is only guaranteed for one season.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the final hour of the show taking calls on an Agenda Free Friday. (10:22) Resetting thoughts on Marcelo Mayer and what he needs to do to make the Red Sox opening day lineup. (24:00) 5 questions that have nothing to do with Sports with Jim Murray. Plus, the Email of the Day and the Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Haugh and Zach Zaidman reacted to the latest developments in the Bears' stadium saga and discussed what the Cubs' lineup will look like on Opening Day.

In the second hour, David Haugh and Zach Zaidman discussed what the Cubs' lineup will look like on Opening Day. After that, WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz joined the show to discuss the latest developments in the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium after both Illinois and Indiana made progress with legislation Thursday.

In the final hour, David Haugh and Zach Zaidman were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox news coming out of spring training in Arizona. After that, Haugh and Zaidman turned their attention back to a variety of Bears topics.

The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back with their roster projections and insights from the Arizona complex. Tyler Austin’s unfortunate injury and Michael Conforto’s arrival have somewhat changed the picture. How are the Cubs planning to start the season? At this point, their rotation appears to be healthy while at least one bullpen job seems to be up for grabs. Plus, an explainer on Shota Imanaga’s velocity boost and why that matters. For the latest information on the Cubs, follow North Side Territory throughout spring training.Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02-26-26 Hot Stove Weekly: If Not Woody, Then Who Gets Opening Day? Spring Training Is Here! full 5095 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:06:12 +0000 3S3yh8KLIxTilBDyGHjQohe6m2TH7UY4 sports Brewers Coverage sports 02-26-26 Hot Stove Weekly: If Not Woody, Then Who Gets Opening Day? Spring Training Is Here! Best. Brewers. Coverage.Listen to the FAN On Deck Show before every game and then, after the last pitch make the switch - to The FAN Milwaukee Baseball Post Game Show, hosted by Tim Allen! Hear the latest from our baseball insiders and players here, too! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

Welcome back horses and horsemen to Emerald Downs! Horses on the track Monday morning, March 2, as training begins leading up to another year of great northwest racing and fun promotions. We're getting closer to our 30th anniversary season's Opening Day on Saturday, May 2. That is also Kentucky Derby day, so make plans to be here for all the excitement. First race on weekends is 1:50 pm. Joe and Vince's guests include Kevin Sengara, who experienced the ultimate thrills of northwest Thoroughbred racing as a youth when his father, Jeffrey Sengara, won the 1999 Longacres Mile with Budroyale. Kevin Sengara has put together an owner's syndicate that is getting off to a fast start. Bob Cappelletti, Stable Manager for Washington Hall of Fame owner George Todaro, speaks to the return of 2025 Horse of the Meeting Aloha Breeze and many more promising youngsters for 2026.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open Friday's program with a preview of this afternoon's Blue Jays vs. Rays spring training game. They look back on Thursday's 8-7 loss to the Marlins and discuss Andrés Giménez' first home run of the spring, before projecting how the Jays rotation and 26-man roster might come together ahead of Opening Day. The boys also take a moment to chat about Alek Manoah's comments about Toronto's World Series run, before Jayson Stark (15:08) of The Athletic joins to discuss his recent piece on the Blue Jays outlook in 2026. He debates if the team is better equipped this season, how to manage the rotation, and Jeff Hoffman's opportunity to bounce back. Later, MLB Network host Robert Flores (30:50) chats about the Jays' ability to rebound this year, the players at camp he's keeping his eye on, the Max Scherzer signing, the upcoming World Baseball Classic and Tarik Skubal's limited availability. 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.

Enjoy new episodes of our Miami Marlins livestreams throughout 2026 spring training. Every week, Fish On First staffers answer your questions and provide in-depth analysis of the team leading up to Opening Day. Thursday's show was hosted by Jeremiah Geiger and featured panelists Ely Sussman, Alex Carver and Kevin Barral. The following topics were covered: Braxton Garrett's first spring start and the projected starting rotation Liam Hicks thriving, Owen Caissie struggling early Injury updates on Janson Junk, Andrew Nardi, Graham Pauley and Anthony Bender Is there room for Josh White in the Opening Day bullpen? Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount All Fish On First podcasts are brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida—offering Miami’s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there’s something for every style and every budget. They’re reservation-based only. To inquire, call 305-990-2192, or check them out online at SFJetskiRentals.com. Make sure to use promo code FISHONFIRST to receive 10% off your next booking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Cardinals Spring Training roster battles heat up, it's time to predict what the Opening Day roster will look like. Will JJ Wetherholt make the Opening Day roster? What will the Cardinals' bullpen look like? Is Tink Hence transitioning into a bullpen role for the future? We're breaking it all down.

Marcelo Mayer is the frontrunner to start at 2B on Opening Day but the Red Sox are making him earn it. -WC-40 Goes Mainstream -Bregman Post -Lou & Will Double Bang -Not Expecting Duran Trade -Extensions With Hindsight -Justin Gonzales NEW LADIES & UNISEX MERCH: ⁠https://section10merch.com⁠ Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: ⁠https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu⁠ Get Blue Moon Light delivered by visiting https://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options. 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - Merch Merch Merch 1:39 - T's Spring Training Coverage 5:35 - Lou & Will Double Bang 8:50 - WC-40 13:45 - Mayer Needs To Earn It 30:53 - Caleb Durbin Impressions 40:00 - Yoshida Situation 43:00 - Not Expecting Duran Trade 49:30 - Extensions With Hindsight 1:03:35 - 5th Starter 1:08:00 - Bullpen Help 1:13:00 - Bill Hall 1:14:25 - Duran / Romero 1:16:30 - Who Is T? 1:19:45 - Interviews Coming Up 1:29:45 - Checking In On Pitchers 1:42:32 - Justin Gonzales 1:53:00 - International Pool Money 1:56:30 - WBC 1:58:03 - Bregman Post 2:04:26 - T Empties Clip 2:05:08 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOUR 1 - The Warriors beat the Grizzlies with a total team effort — nearly every player scored in double figures. Bryce Eldridge blasts his first Spring Training homer as the Opening Day debate heats up. Plus, Giants advisor Javier Lopez joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants legend Mike Krukow shares why he believes Bryce Eldridge is a longshot to make the Opening Day roster and opens up about Greg Papa’s upcoming bone marrow transplant surgery. Insight, honesty, and perspective from one of the most trusted voices in Giants baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - Mike Krukow believes Bryce Eldridge is still a longshot to make the Opening Day roster, even after his first Spring Training home run. Fans are divided on whether he should start the year in the big leagues as the hype and debate heat up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - Mike Krukow believes Bryce Eldridge is still a longshot to make the Opening Day roster, even after his first Spring Training home run. Fans are divided on whether he should start the year in the big leagues as the hype and debate heat up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1 - The Warriors beat the Grizzlies with a total team effort — nearly every player scored in double figures. Bryce Eldridge blasts his first Spring Training homer as the Opening Day debate heats up. Plus, Giants advisor Javier Lopez joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants legend Mike Krukow shares why he believes Bryce Eldridge is a longshot to make the Opening Day roster and opens up about Greg Papa’s upcoming bone marrow transplant surgery. Insight, honesty, and perspective from one of the most trusted voices in Giants baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Nightengale discusses when Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Merrill Kelly could be back from his nerve issue, who should start Opening Day for the D-backs and who could be the closer for Arizona this season. 

The Boston Red Sox 2026 Grapefruit League campaign is underway, and the infield remains a mystery. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville discuss the ongoing defensive shuffling, and predict what the Opening Day infield will look like. All that, and much more!

North Shore Nine is LIVE from Pirates Spring Training, broadcasting from The Cut Golf & Grill in Palmetto, Florida with Jim, Tyler, and Doug. We are on the ground in Bradenton covering camp in real time, and the biggest question is starting to get loud. Can Konnor Griffin actually crack the Opening Day roster? We will break down what we have seen, what still needs to happen, and where Griffin and the rest of the roster bubble truly stand. Plus, full Spring Training coverage including standout performances, roster battles, and everything happening around Pirates camp as Opening Day starts to come into focus. If you are in the area, come hang out at The Cut Golf & Grill and be part of the show live. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The big fella is BACK! Joel Embiid made his highly anticipated return as the Philadelphia 76ers took down the Indiana Pacers, but the job isn't done yet. With the standings tighter than ever, we're looking ahead to a massive showdown with the Miami Heat that could determine the Sixers' playoff fate.In this episode, we also pivot to the gridiron for an Eagles Free Agency "Stay or Go" featuring Nakobe Dean and get the latest news from Clearwater on the Phillies' Spring Training progress.BE PART OF THE SHOW: VOTE IN OUR POLL

Here's a concerning fact regarding the Steelers heading into 2026 – the Pirates have better odds to win the World Series than the Steelers do to win the Super Bowl. If the Steelers did win it all, they would be one of the biggest longshots in league history to pull it off. Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. After taking a ball off the foot a couple days ago, Jason told us that Konnor Griffin is OK and just had a scheduled day off. Jason believes the deal for Griffin will be north of $100M if it gets done. Jason feels like Griffin's camp is also interested in a deal, but he can't say for certain that the Pirates will make an offer. Jason sees Griffin on the Opening Day roster as a 50/50 proposition right now. Jason, however, did give it a 60/40 chance that a deal gets done with Griffin. That deal would cap off one of the best off-seasons we've seen from the Pirates in recent memory. Jason indicated that the players already locked into the big-league club believe the hype in Griffin. Jason still expects the Pirates to bring in a left-handed starter before the real games begin. Total Request Thursday.

Parce Tasting Tour Stop #1 is this Saturday, February 28th at the Binny's in Geneva, IL. Go to 710 Commons Dr, Geneva, IL 60134, try some Parce and tell them the Compound Boys sent you! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠ On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the first week of spring training games, Ian provides a bunch of updates from Cubs camp. After that the guys discuss their thoughts on the new automatic ball/strike challenge system and their favorite memories of watching games from the clubhouse. Check out full video episodes on Marquee every Thursday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As baseball inches closer to Opening Day, the debate over the automated strike zone is heating up. If technology can instantly tell you ball or strike, why turn it into a challenge system at all? The crew argues that MLB is making a simple solution unnecessarily complicated, especially compared to systems like soccer's VAR that review plays automatically. From pitch framing becoming obsolete to questions about whether this is just a stepping stone toward full “robot umps,” the conversation dives into how technology could reshape the game and why many believe the current approach is missing the obvious fix. Plus, callers weigh in with ideas, comparisons, and concerns about what fans will actually be talking about when the season begins.

From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Before getting into the big headlines, Gordo, Sammy and Pat react to recent events from Spring Training including a big day for Pirates' prospect Konnor Griffin and a bad one for umpire Mitch Trzeciak getting corrected by ABS multiple times. Then, going back to Alex Cora's comments about Marcelo Mayer's roster spot and how realistic it could be that Mayer won't be on the Opening Day roster. And, what kind of extension are the Sox going to have to offer Wilyer Abreu if both sides are truly interested in one? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From ‘The Compound' (Subscribe Here): On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the first week of spring training games, Ian provides a bunch of updates from Cubs camp. After that the guys discuss their thoughts on the new automatic ball/strike challenge system and their favorite memories of watching games from the clubhouse. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Pivetta joined Ben & Woods to discuss what motivates him during the offseason and if it's important to him to be the team's Opening Day starter.

Padres lineup today looks like it could be the Opening Day lineup. The Aztecs baseball team beat #1 UCLA. SDSU hosts Utah St. and the winner gets control of 1st place in the Mountain West. The Lakers lose again. Dave Palet joins the show.Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the second hour of the show discussing what the Red Sox opening day lineup could look like. (12:35) Are the Red Sox making Marcelo Mayer earn his spot over Isiah Kiner-Falefa in the opening day lineup? (25:10) Why is it that Connor McDavid continues to come up short in Championships?(37:25) The callers weigh in on Connor McDavid and his performance in the Olympics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with more thoughts on what Eliot Wolf had to say to the media today at the NFL Combine. (4:41) Resetting thoughts on what Alex Cora has had to say about Marcelo Mayer competing for a position in the lineup this spring. (16:41) Final thoughts and the Email of the Day. Plus, The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with more thoughts on what Eliot Wolf had to say to the media today at the NFL Combine. (4:41) Resetting thoughts on what Alex Cora has had to say about Marcelo Mayer competing for a position in the lineup this spring. (16:41) Final thoughts and the Email of the Day. Plus, The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.