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In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, hosts Femi Abebefe and Will Hill discuss MLB betting strategies, featuring guest Greg Peterson. Will and Femi also talk about upcoming games in MLB including, the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays game and insights on upcoming college football bets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this hour of VSiN PrimeTime, the hosts Femi Abebefe and Will Hill discuss MLB game updates, betting strategies, and the performance of teams like the Blue Jays and Red Sox. Pj Glasser also joins the show to talk about college football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike is about to start that bonfire if the Red Sox don't find that winning way again. The NFL is one day away! A recap on current events other events in the sports world. Subscribe if you love chaos, craft beer, and unfiltered opinions. It's Flights, Football & Anything Else - and it's LIVE.
The Rays have been on an impressive run following the trade deadline, with strong performances during a demanding West Coast stretch.Nine games in 10 daysThe Rays' success on the West Coast, traditionally a difficult trip for the clubThe impact of the players added around the trade deadlineThe importance of the team's growing confidence heading toward the playoffsThe Rays' impressive 41-18 home recordWhy securing home-field advantage could be critical during the postseasonTaylor Walls Has a Two-Homer NightTaylor Walls provided one of the biggest surprises of the recent stretch.After going 369 at-bats without a home run, Walls hit two home runs in the same game, including one from each side of the plate.Mark and Mat discuss:Walls' first home run in 380 daysHis second homer shortly afterwardThe significance of Walls remaining with the Rays after trade rumorsHow Ben Williamson's injury has affected playing timeWhy a productive Walls could make the Rays even more dangerousThe New Rays Are Making an ImpactThe guys look at several recent additions and their early contributions:Liam HicksFreddy PeraltaTyler WellsLiam Hicks has already provided some impressive moments, while Freddy Peralta continues adjusting to his new team and working to refine his pitch usage and approach.Mat points out that Peralta's transition includes learning a new team, a new catcher, and a new environment, and explains why the Rays may be taking a measured approach to getting him fully comfortable.Nick Martinez Goes the DistanceNick Martinez delivered one of the most unusual pitching performances of the season by completing a game.Mat highlights Martinez's:Pitch efficiencyPacingChange of speedsFastball/changeup combinationAbility to keep hitters off balanceKevin Cash allowing Martinez to finish the game and why complete games have become such a rarity in today's baseball.The Rays' Offense Is Heating Up Home run production, Batting average, On-base percentage, Slugging, wRC+, and overall offensive improvementThe Rays are tied with the Cubs for the most home runs hit during August, while their pitching has also been among the best in baseball during the month.Yandy Díaz Is Finding His GrooveDíaz's recent production and his improved results over the previous 12 games, including three home runs, three doubles, a .538 slugging percentage, and a 132 wRC+ over that stretch.Rays Chemistry and Positive EnergyRays' clubhouse chemistryPlayers supporting one another through good stretches and difficult moments.Baseball is a game built around failure, a supportive clubhouse can be especially important when players inevitably go through slumps.The AL East Is Getting DangerousThe Rays return home to face teams that are still fighting for playoff positioning facing division rivals: Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays, New York Yankees, Boston Red SoxOrioles sit at the bottom of the AL East, they remain close enough to the Wild Card race to be dangerous.The Blue Jays also remain in contention after making moves at the deadline, including adding José Soriano.Yankees Still Trying to Find Their FormulaThe guys examine the Yankees and the challenges facing them down the stretch.Aaron Judge's absence, Giancarlo Stanton's. Ben Rice, George Lombard Jr.'s early impact. Heliot Ramos' struggles after arriving in New YorkImpact of key players: José Caballero. Jazz Chisholm, Ryan Yarbrough, Amed RosarioThe Yankees' pitchingQuestions on leadership and managing in New York, while acknowledging that the Yankees remain dangerous if they reach the postseason.Don't Sleep on the Red SoxBoston receives plenty of attention after a dramatic turnaround.The guys discuss the Red Sox's 15-game winning streak, their improved bullpen, and the potential impact of Garrett Crochet's return.Mat believes Boston could be one of the teams nobody wants to face in the postseason if their pitching continues to hold up.Could Four AL East Teams Make the Playoffs?Possibility of four teams from the division making the playoffsIntense competition within the AL East can push every team to improveThe National League Playoff RaceThe discussion shifts to the National League, where the playoff picture is becoming increasingly competitive.:The Phillies falling outside the playoff pictureThe Marlins and Cardinals remaining closeThe Diamondbacks moving into the Wild Card pictureThe Padres staying in the huntThe Dodgers and BrewersThe competitive NL WestThe Rays Influence Around Major League Baseball front officesAndrew Friedman and the DodgersMatt Arnold and the BrewersAlex Anthopoulos and the BravesThe Rays' NeanderLou Piniella and the Mariners' 50th Anniversary - Piniella returns as part of the Seattle Mariners' 50th season celebration.Baseball Books Everyone Should ReadThe conversation takes an unexpected turn when Mark and Mat discuss the idea of creating a mandatory baseball reading list.They talk about baseball books, authors and commentators they follow, including: Craig Calcaterra, Lou Schiff, Brent Cardy, Lou Piniella & Joe MaddonMat is currently reading, including The Art of Meditation, Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, The Daily Stoic, Super Life, and several French-language books.Women's Pro Baseball LeagueMark appreciates Mary Mustard's coverage and how she celebrates the league while also being willing to provide thoughtful criticism.Mark has reached out to Mary about potentially appearing on BaseballBiz On Deck.The discussion also touches on the challenge of finding WPBL games and the locating where the games are being broadcast.The Future of Sports BroadcastingEvolution of sports broadcasting compared with the disruption caused by Napster in the music industry.Technology can force established industries to rethink their business models and suggest that sports viewing could similarly evolve.Future possibilities involving independent camera systems and alternative ways for fans to watch games.Stadiums, Taxpayer Money and the Future of the RaysWhether taxpayers should help fund sports facilitiesThe cost of attending professional sporting eventsThe value fans receive for their moneyThe possibility of watching games at home insteadThe future location of the RaysOrlando as a potential alternativepossibility of another ownership changeThe discussion also touches on the enormous valuations of professional sports franchises, including the reported $14.5 billion valuation associated with the Lakers sale discussion.The Rising Cost of Attending GamesMat compares the cost of taking a large group to a hockey game in Montreal with the cost of attending a Rays game.Mark shares his experience attending a Rays game with Karen, where they found good seats for approximately $45 to $50 each.The guys debate whether attending a game in person still provides enough value compared with spending the same money on a home entertainment setup and a meal.What If the Rays Win a World Series at the Trop?Mat poses an intriguing hypothetical:What happens if the Rays win a World Series in a renovated Tropicana Field before eventually moving to a new stadium?What would such a championship mean to Rays fans and whether winning a championship in the current stadium could create an even stronger emotional attachment to the building.Rays Minor League TalentThe episode closes with optimism about the Rays' organizational depth. Shane McClanahan beginning a rehab assignmentTalent at DurhamTalent at MontgomeryPlayers developing throughout the minor leaguesCarson Williams returningGrady Emerson and his anticipated first gameThe depth of the Rays' pitching and overall talent pipelineRemember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social
Guests: Canadian baseball great Joey Votto, Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez and pitcher Spencer Miles This week in Deep Left Field, the Blue Jays are on a roll and have closed to within a game and a half of a playoff spot thanks to five wins in their last six games. We talk to the Jays' "Captain Clutch," Andres Gimenez, about how he seems to elevate his game to produce in big spots, and to Rule 5 rookie Spencer Miles about notching his first big-league save Tuesday night against the Boston Red Sox. And we are thrilled to have Joey Votto join us for a wide-ranging conversation about his post-retirement life, how he worked to become one of the greatest hitters Canada has ever produced and what he thinks has gone wrong with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season. All that, plus your thoughts in the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!
(0:00) The final hour of the show begins with a conversation about big franchises being sold after the Lakers were sold once again.(12:36) Caller reactions on the Gillette Stadium turf, Red Sox, and more.(23:28) 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.
(0:00) The third hour of the show begins with a discussion on the Patriots' field issues at Gillette Stadium and the new training facility.(12:50) Reactions to President Donald Trump picking the Patriots as one of his favorites to win the Super Bowl.(21:52) Caller reactions on the Patriots, Red Sox, and more.(28:36) The hour closes with a discussion on what the Red Sox should do when Roman Anthony is healthy again.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Felger, Murray, and Matt McCarthy open the show discussing the Red Sox loss to the Blue Jays and if people should be concerned about their recent skid. (16:44) Reactions to the Roman Anthony injury situation along with caller reactions.(24:18) The guys discuss the long term and short term implications of the Adley Rutschman trade.(33:38) The hour closes with some concerns the guys have about the Red Sox going forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Producer Ryan Beaton used to move college students into their dorms back when he was at UMASS so as a challenge Beaton brought equipment up 3 flights of stairs to move intern Ceci into college, and she asked him some questions on the way up. (00:17:56.08) Sean McAdams covers the Red Sox on MassLive joins the show to talk about the Red Sox losing streak and how they can bounce back from here. (00:33:05.16) Mike Reiss's Intern Zac who claims he has been to every single training camp practice since he was three sent the guys a photo of where he stands in the bleachers to prove he goes. If you could go, would you go to the training camp every single day? 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.
(00:00) Happy hump day! Wallach has never been told to his face that he is a cool guy. As the guys' kids have gotten older the dynamic and relationships have changed between each other. (00:18:37.74)(00:34:47.33) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Red Sox lose their 4th game in a row to the blue jays 5-3. Is the Sox Cinderella run over? White Sox had a “Pope night” and gave away 40,000 pop hats. 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.
In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, hosts Tim Murray and Matt Youmans discuss MLB game outcomes, including the Blue Jays' win over the Red Sox, and preview college football with insights from guest Jared Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, hosts Tim Murray and Matt Youmans discuss MLB game updates, including the Blue Jays and Red Sox, and preview college football, highlighting key teams and upcoming matchups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode is a news-packed update on current events, covering everything from the weather to high-profile trials and celebrity news.The speaker shares the latest forecast, warning listeners about a partial solar eclipse and potential showers in the area. They also discuss the Red Sox's four-game losing streak and the Blue Jays' win last night. Other top stories include a woman and teenager found dead in an acting home, and a police search for a 17-year-old suspect.The episode also touches on a few high-profile trials, including the Lindsay Clancy case, where a psychiatric nurse testified that Clancy expressed suicidal thoughts. Additionally, a Lowell Marine veteran is finally released from Russia and on his way home, thanks to bipartisan efforts from the President and Democrats.The speaker also shares updates on a few other stories, including a 14-year-old injured while train surfing in Boston and Taylor Swift's upcoming induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. If you want to stay up-to-date on the latest news and hear more about these stories, tune in to this episode to hear the full details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - The Red Sox have cooled off and people are starting to panic. Are you hopping off the bandwagon or still holding onto hope. Gonzalez didn't practice yesterday, will he play week one?
Wiggy is not concerned about the Red Sox at all despite their four game losing streak. Greg says he was wrong about a salary cap in baseball.
That is four losses in a row for the Red Sox. Are you trying to avoid the panic or has it already set it that the run might have been fools gold.
Hour 2 - Wiggy and Greg give their leads for the morning. How worried the crew are about Gonzalez missing his first practice? Will he play week one? They Said It hears from Maye, Tracy, Vrabel and more!
Hour 1 - Red Sox have lost four in a row. Was the run a fluke? Hour 2 - Gonzalez missed his first practice, are you worried? They Said It! Hour 3 - The News with Coco! Why is Gonzalez so upset? Hour 4 - The lightbulb that went off in Wiggy's head. Hill Notes!
Today's show features Drew Martin discussing the biggest matchups on today's MLB slate, highlighting his favorite betting angles, pitching matchups, and value opportunities. Not to mention, Skee Profit comes aboard to break down the Wednesday WNBA slate and what angles he's had the most success with this season.00:00 Introduction00:45 WTT Free Play of the Day02:10 Drew Martin02:30 CFB Preseason Handicapping04:30 Mariners vs Yankees06:25 Red Sox vs Blue Jays08:40 Trend is Your Friend in MLB09:50 Drew's Premium Picks10:50 Andy's Steam Update11:20 Skee Profit12:20 WNBA: Tempo vs Wings14:00 WNBA: Lynx vs Fire17:35 Skee's Thoughts on the WNBA Current Events23:00 Skee's Season Update & Premium Packages26:10 Andy's SMASH & GRAB Special26:45 NFL Future: CMac Rushing Yards
(0:00) The guys react to the Red Sox losing four games in a row and Adly Rutshman's debut is not enough to help them.(12:25) Beetle, and McKone talk about what Alex Cora said when he was reflecting on his time with the Red Sox. They also talk about all the lead off hitters since Roman Anthony was injured.(24:12) The guys talk about NFL.com's ridiculous power rankings and where the Patriots are in the list.(32:41) Zolak calls into the show and talks about the 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) Beetle, and McKone interview Peyton Miller who is the Revs winger(7:06) The guys talk about Vrabel's first press conference to other teams reporters and talk about the Red Sox lead off hitters since Roman Anthony left..(23:00) The guys talk about Romo's leave from CBS remains open-ended as Ross Tucker is promoted to JJ Watts spot in the booth.(33:57) Today's TakeawaysSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brian discusses the Red Sox's four-game skid as well as Adley Rutschman's Sox debut behind the plate (0:00). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer's Tate Frazier about the Patriots' upcoming season, what to expect from Drake Maye, some of their favorite futures bets for the Pats and the rest of the NFL, and more (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the NFL and NBA schedules (1:16:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tate Frazier Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jones and MegO got into the Red Sox, last night's loss in Toronto, and their level of concern after the Sox dropped their fourth straight game. Is Roman Anthony close to returning? Adam and Meghan answered a round of "Would You Rather" questions and discussed more about the Celtics 2026-2027 schedule.
Jones and MegO talked about the state of the Red Sox after they dropped their fourth straight game and the latest on Roman Anthony's return. Before the Clip Du Jour, the guys picked through the Grab Bag.
Willson Contreras is just 4-for-24 in August, he's been blowing off the media, and now he could be dealing with a hamstring injury. It's fair to be a LITTLE concerned about the Red Sox first baseman.
Jones and Mego talk about who is most to blame for the Red Sox current four game losing streak.
Cora talks about departing the Sox
Joe starts the show going over some possible signs of recent improvement for the Yankees offense (1:05). Then, he talks about why he's so down on the New York Jets this year (16:50). Finally Nick Paradies of The Bad Ideas joins the show to discuss the Red Sox hot streak (30:18), & SO much more!
The Boston Red Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays played one of the stupidest plays ever; are the Chicago White Sox players a bunch of nerds?; Boston's latest winning streak catapults them into contention; the playoff race in the AL Central tightens; the New York Yankees mortgage away their future to private equity.
The fellas are back with a Wednesday edition of The Nielson Show, streaming live on Edmonton Sports Talk! How about those Toronto Blue Jays?! They got the job done once again with another big victory over the red-hot Boston Red Sox, Lt. Eric and the boys are breaking down all the action from last night's win… and that's exactly what we did for Morning Announcements for The Rundle Park Short Course. In the middle of hour one, we got into Offseason, What Offseason for GCL Diesel! Today, LTE asked the boys who the Oilers should potentially give some PTO's heading into the season… this conversation slightly went off the rails. We finished off hour one with MMMMMM That's Good for the Italian Centre Shop. We continued the ESTY conversation today and got right into today's category. Which is, what is the best bet of the year?
A bizarre Blue Jays-Red Sox play exposes one of baseball's strangest rules after Toronto's scoreboard showed the wrong number of outs. Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber break down how a runner who left early was still allowed to score, why the Blue Jays lost their chance to appeal, and why MLB should simply fix a rule that created 16 minutes of unnecessary chaos.
(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with the callers weighing in on the Red Sox and the Patriots. (11:55) The guys discuss the umpire's call on the “fourth-out” play and question whether he sounded confident in his decision.(21:44) 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.
(0:00) The second hour begins with analyzing the apparent “fourth-out” play during last night's Red Sox game against the Blue Jays.(12:26) What's causing the Red Sox to lose momentum?(21:23) The callers chime in on the “fourth-out” play from last night's Red Sox game against the Blue Jays.(30:56) Why didn't the Red Sox play small ball in the 9th inning to tie the game?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tony Massarotti explores the key differences between the Red Sox under Alex Cora and Chad Tracy, including whether Tracy should be Manager of the Year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Hardy referred to his wife as "mommy".... hilarity ensues.(00:09:24.81) Providence Journal Writer for the Red Sox Bill Koch joins Toucher and Hardy to talk about the Red Sox, the weird rule from last night's game that gave them a run, are the Red Sox regressing, Adley Rutshman and what he's going to bring to the team, who is the shortstop in a month, would you be concerned about the team during the playoffs and what would you be concerned about the most, how do you handle the young pitching, how good is this team, who's the best team in the AL, Jarren Duran's status, Duran's old trade value vs now, and could he have gotten to the fly ball on Sunday. (00:23:04.34) The guys talk about how Ryan Beaton would help people move into college dorms when he was in school, and they play clips from earlier today with some edited clips of James Stew to see what's worse, Mom or Mommy. Also, the guys take a call about a past guest. They also look at a couple movies and their box offices from the 1980's. 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, anSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) The guys talk about how the Raiders give their season tickets out in this Raiders poker chip box and how they have real printed tickets, if having real things like that can help people buy tickets, how Gillette doesn't print tickets out at all, how much would it cost to print out tickets, Fred had Bruins season tickets, other Raiders season ticket boxes, getting season tickets, and Michigan State football. (00:18:20.12)(00:33:25.50) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Red Sox went to Toronto to face the Blue Jays where Toronto won 2-1 even with a weird rule that gave the Red Sox one run, and they have now lost 3 straight games. They talk about the confusing play where the Red Sox scored, where a 15 minute delay happened where the umpires had to figure out what was going on. Adley Rutschman is starting tonight. Also, they talk about a man named Reggie Bannister, who passed away and Adam 12 put out a memorial post for him. Also, a caller calls Jon old. Then, LeSean McCoy says who he believes is the best WR of all time. 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 Jim Rome Show HR 2 - 8/11/26 The Clones spotted a Chris Berman video from the other day. Then, the Boston Red Sox invoke a rare 4-out rule while dealing with a 3-game losing streak. Plus, Kansas Football Head Coach Lance Leipold joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this hour of A Numbers Game, Gill Alexander and Kelley Bydlon try to make sense of last night's Red Sox and Blue Jays game before taking a look at August win totals in the MLB and most regular season wins and losses. Also on the show, Clevta of ClevAnalytics.com joins with some of his best NFL futures plays. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this hour of VSiN PrimeTime, Tim Murray and Matt Youmans discuss MLB games, including the Padres vs. Brewers, player performances, and betting strategies. Guest Alex Cohen joins to talk Cubs. Major news includes the Red Sox's struggles and NFL updates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, Tim Murray and Matt Youmans discuss the latest MLB games, focusing on the Blue Jays and Red Sox, and preview upcoming NFL matchups, including Wisconsin's new quarterback. Joshua Nunn, College Football Analyst also joins the show to preview the 2026 CFB season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this hour of VSiN PrimeTime, Tim Murray and Matt Youmans discuss NFL preseason action, college football updates, and the latest MLB news, including the struggling Boston Red Sox. Also, joining the show is Johnny Avello, DraftKings Sportsbook Director discusses movements on the odds in MLB and NFL bets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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What makes a brand worth betting on? Ken Sadowsky, affectionately known as "The Beverage Whisperer," returns to Taste Radio with a sharp look at where the biggest opportunities — and potential pitfalls — are emerging across the beverage category. A senior advisor at Verlinvest, board director at Vita Coco and Icelandic Glacial, and early-stage investor in several emerging beverage brands, Ken explains why coconut water still has plenty of runway, what founders can learn from playing the long game, and why he believes colostrum could represent the next big functional beverage opportunity. Ken also shares his perspective on the rise of caffeine-free energy, hydration, matcha, protein and functional beverages. He also offers candid takes on celebrity-backed brands, flavor versus function, packaging, category positioning and the question he asks when evaluating any new beverage. Show notes: 0:20: Ken Sadowsky, Sr. Advisor, Verlinvest – Ken kicks things off by praising his beloved Red Sox before sharing his perspective on why coconut water has quietly become one of beverage's fastest-growing categories. He explains how strategic decisions by major beverage companies can temporarily shape retailer perceptions of an entire category, and why occasion- and benefit-based shopping may increasingly blur traditional category lines, particularly in smaller-format stores. Ken also discusses several emerging brands in his investment portfolio, including Rite, a caffeine-free energy drink powered by ketones and paraxanthine, and Leisure Hydration, which he sees as a function-first product with a more relaxed approach to hydration. He and Ray also evaluate products from Stillers, Yass, Gimber, Fizzin Protein and Grind. At the heart of Ken's philosophy is a simple question: Why will a consumer buy the product again? While functional benefits can drive trial, he argues that taste remains critical to repeat purchase in most categories. For founders, he emphasizes the importance of spending time in stores, studying the competitive set and allowing consumers to determine where a product belongs rather than relying too heavily on conventional category definitions. Ken also weighs in on celebrity-backed brands, arguing that celebrity involvement can drive discovery but is far more powerful when the celebrity genuinely invests in and believes in the business. He reflects on the extraordinary velocity of beverages compared with other CPG categories and explains why he often asks if a brand has the potential to sell a billion cans. Brands in this episode: Vita Coco, Harmless Harvest, Zico, Gatorade, Red Bull, Monster Energy, Celsius, Rite Energy, Parch, Subourbon Life, Ponyboy Slings, MOTH Cocktails, Spikedade, Super Lyte, Yass, Orange Toucan, Leisure Hydration, Spindrift, Coca-Cola, Neau Water, Eatyx, Oshee, Stiller's, Gimber, Vitaminwater, Pirate's Booty, AriZona Beverages, Ancient Nutrition, Fair Life, Fizzen Protein, Protein Pop, Grind, Onyx Coffee, Donpon Energy
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Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler open Tuesday's show on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed with a quick recap of Essler's round at TPC Sawgrass, where he parred the famous island green 17th hole, before turning to a Monday betting recap in which the Brewers moneyline fell short again but an over in the Astros game cashed thanks to a three run 10th inning. From there the hosts work through a full Tuesday MLB card. At 3:26 they break down Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates visiting Eury Perez and the Miami Marlins, questioning whether Skenes at minus 112 is a gift or a trap given his rough road numbers, and landing on Miami in the first five innings with the under. At 7:14 the focus shifts to Tanner Bibee and the Cleveland Guardians against Drew Anderson and the Detroit Tigers, with rain in the forecast and both hosts wary of laying a price behind Anderson in what could turn into a bullpen day for Detroit. At 11:25 the hosts return to a familiar theme, fading Bryan Woo's brutal road splits as the Seattle Mariners visit Ryan Weathers and the New York Yankees, backing New York in the first five innings. At 14:53 they weigh Dylan Cease's heavy recent workload, including a one hit shutout of Boston, as the Red Sox visit Toronto, with Essler leaning the over and Manji preferring Toronto in the first five given his lack of trust in the Blue Jays offense. At 19:05 the Mets visit the Braves, with Nolan McLean and Martin Perez both trending toward an over, backed by New York's recent history of hammering Perez. At 22:49 the card closes with the Brewers visiting the Padres, where sharp money has pushed the line toward San Diego despite the majority of tickets sitting on Kyle Harrison, leading both hosts to the Padres and the under. The hosts also run through a batch of additional games, including a look at Hunter Brown starting in San Francisco and a Los Angeles Dodgers team total play against Kansas City's Michael Wacha, tying into the ripple effects of the Tarik Skubal trade. At 29:30 the show shifts into its recurring NFL win total series with a full breakdown of the San Francisco 49ers, who sit near nine and a half wins for the coming season. Manji lays out the offseason additions of Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, the return of Deebo Samuel, and last year's plus 66 point differential in a loaded NFC West, while Essler zeroes in on a difficult closing schedule that includes the league's first regular season game in Australia against a Los Angeles Rams team now featuring Myles Garrett after his blockbuster trade away from Cleveland. The two hosts land on opposite sides of the total, with Essler leaning under and Manji taking the over and projecting a ten win season if the roster stays healthy. The episode wraps with best bets from both hosts, Essler backing the Yankees moneyline against Seattle and Manji riding the Dodgers team total over against Kansas City, plus a lighthearted exchange about fantasy football plans for the year. Cash That Ticket airs daily on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, delivering sharp, matchup by matchup betting analysis across baseball, football, and beyond for listeners chasing an edge on every card. New episodes continue tomorrow with a breakdown of the Kansas City Chiefs win total heading into the AFC West race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The crew don't understand why so many different Red Sox personalities came after Jones and Keefe yesterday. Do you agree with what they had to say about Contreras?
The crew react to the Red Sox third straight loss and are trying to hold the panic back. They also try to figure out what happened in the 7th inning.