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  • Examining What the Giants Are Doing, Mariners Bring in a Key Bat & Explaining World Baseball Classic Insurance

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    The San Francisco Giants signed Luis Arráez to a one-year deal, with the hope that the three-time batting champion will be able to help solidify their offense after their blockbuster deal that brought Rafael Devers to the Bay last season. However, after finishing at 81–81, are the Giants doing enough to try and compete for a title?

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    On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman examine the questionable offseason that President of Baseball Operations Buster Posey has navigated for his Giants. While being in the same division as the Los Angeles Dodgers does present some difficulties, should the Giants be doing a bit more to show their commitment to winning? Could they still find a way to improve their rotation before the start of the season?

    Later, Jordan and Jake talk about the trade that saw the St. Louis Cardinals trade Brendan Donovan in a three-team deal to the Seattle Mariners and why he is going to be a key player for them. They then discuss the Chicago White Sox’s active weekend, the Sacramento A’s signing Jacob Wilson to an extension, all before they get into the problem that insurance is causing with World Baseball Classic rosters.

    2:29 – The Opener: A look at the Giants

    29:58 – Around the League: Mariners trade for Donovan

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    48:18 – Turbo Mode: Reds sign Eugenio Suárez

    58:37 – Tarik Skubal vs. Detroit Tigers

    1:01:44 – We Need to Talk About: WBC insurance

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    Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images AP Photo/Benjamin Fanjoy, File Photo by Andy Kuno/San Francisco Giants/Getty Images

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  • James Rodríguez to Minnesota United?! + Breaking down Fading USMNT Stars & What Went Wrong

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    Is James Rodríguez really headed to Minnesota United? In one of the strangest transfer rumors we’ve ever seen, the Cooligans unpack how a global superstar could end up in MLS, what it would mean for Minnesota, and whether James still has enough left to move the needle in the league — or if this is destined to be pure chaos.

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    Next, we revisit the USMNT hype machine and ask some uncomfortable questions. Gio Reyna, Yunus Musah, Gianluca Busio, Jordan Morris — all players who once felt like sure things. So what happened? We break down why their trajectories have stalled, what went wrong at club level, and whether there’s still time for a second act.

    Finally, we react to the wildest stories from around world soccer. From Vinícius Jr.’s girlfriend revealing uncomfortable details involving Real Madrid, to Gabriel Barbosa’s tense encounter with fans, to Cristiano Ronaldo’s “missing” posters popping up in Saudi Arabia — it’s another reminder that no sport delivers chaos quite like football.

    Timestamps:

    (6:30) – James Rodriguez’s shock transfer to Minnesota United

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    (21:30) – USMNT rising stars that have now faded

    (49:30) – Vini Jr’s girlfriend’s weird ointment story

    (53:30) – Reacting to other news around the soccer world

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    JAMES RODRIGUEZ

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  • CFP releases 2026 & 2027 schedule + SEC quarterbacks’ fight for another year

    In the new world of college football there may be just as much action in the courtroom as there is on the field. The latest trend is if you want another season in college, after your eligibility is up, take it to the courtroom! The two most recent cases of that are Trinidad Chambliss and Joey Aguilar. Both of whom are waiting to see if they get an injunction that will allow them to play in the 2026 season. Andy Staples, Ross Dellenger and Steven Godfrey explain both of these cases and update everyone with where the cases are in the process. They also take a look at the schools these quarterbacks are looking to go back to. Both schools have 5-star QBs waiting in the wings, which leads to the question: in the transfer portal era, are 5-star QBs better off going to a smaller school where to play right away and transferring later?

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    Then, the guys get into some more College Football Playoff conversation. The CFP released the 2026 & 2027 schedule for the quarterfinals, semifinals and championship game. In 2026, the playoff spans over 39 days. Andy, Ross and Godfrey discuss the ludicrous schedule. They also talk about a potential savior being the NFL. With the NFL now owning a stake in ESPN, will they help out college football’s scheduling to make it a better product?

    Later, Andy shares the results of his homework assignment. Last episode, the guys discussed how weak Week 1 is to start the 2026 season. Andy shares his plan of how to move Oklahoma and Michigan to Week 1 to inject some energy into the opening weekend slate of games. The guys also close the show by discussing the Washington Post shutting down their sports division.

    All of this and more on College Football Enquirer.

    Tennessee's Joey Aguilar Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images

    Tennessee’s Joey Aguilar Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images

    (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)

    0:00:00 – SEC QB’s suing for eligibility

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    6:18 – Trinidad Chambliss’ case update

    8:32 – Joey Aguilar case update

    16:08 – What does the future of 5-star QB’s in college look like?

    28:24 – CFP releases 2026 schedule

    40:22 – Andy tries to improve Week 1’s schedule

    51:55 – Reflecting on The Washington Post news

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  • Super Bowl LX preview + Could Matthew Stafford win MVP & retire?

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    Will injuries hurt either the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots in Sunday’s Super Bowl LX matchup? Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down the latest intel from both sides and give their game predictions. Plus, the guys explore the possibility that Matthew Stafford wins MVP and retires. What would that mean for the Los Angeles Rams? Hear about that and more on today’s huge preview episode!

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    (1:20) – Injury updates ahead of Super Bowl LX

    (12:15) – Rams and 49ers to play in Australia in 2026

    (18:09) – Eagles part ways with OL coach Jeff Stoutland

    (22:30) – Could Matthew Stafford retire?

    (32:23) – Tom Brady have issues getting into the HOF?

    (38:37) – Super Bowl Preview & Predictions

    (50:20) – One More Thing

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  • The weirdest NBA trade deadline ever: The KOC Show explains everything that did & didn’t happen

    On today’s Kevin O’Connor show, we’ve got a trade-deadline special! Kevin O’Connor is joined by Tom Haberstroh to dissect any and all movement in the league before the 3 PM ET buzzer, going through the biggest winners and losers in what may be the weirdest trade deadline in NBA history.

    First, the pair discuss the Milwaukee Bucks’ decision to retain Giannis Antetokounmpo, and what that means for the landscape of the NBA–and for the future outlook of the Golden State Warriors, especially after the anticlimactic end of the Jonathan Kuminga saga. Were the Warriors the biggest losers of the trade deadline? Will another team arise in the summer to win the Antetokounmpo sweepstakes?

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    Next, they discuss the James Harden trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and if this move can bring the city of Cleveland to the Finals once again.

    Then, they muse on what exactly made this deadline so weird: multiple All-Stars being traded to bad NBA teams. They ask: why are bad teams trading for good players? Why are the Utah Jazz putting their top-8 protected first round pick in jeopardy? Why such a paltry return for Anthony Davis, who was traded for Luka Doncic just last year?

    Plus, they cover all the bases with the more local trades made, from the Chicago Bulls picking up 9 second round picks to the Boston Celtics acquiring their long-coveted big man in Nikola Vucevic. Plus more questions: why didn’t the Sacramento Kings trade for Ja Morant? Why did the Philadelphia 76ers let go of Jared McCain? All that and much, much more on today’s KOC Show!

    (0:16) Trade deadline instant reactions
    (4:33) Giannis not traded by Bucks
    (10:39) Warriors trade Kuminga to Hawks
    (25:49) Cavs get James Harden
    (43:34) Wizards acquire Anthony Davis
    (48:22) Clippers trade Zubac to Pacers
    (55:57) Jazz trade for Jaren Jackson Jr.
    (1:02:18) Ja Morant stays in Memphis
    (1:07:45) Timberwolves trade recap
    (1:10:18) What are the Chicago Bulls up to?
    (1:13:05) Celtics trade Simons for Vucevic
    (1:19:04) 76ers trade Jared McCain to OKC

    Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) brings the ball up the court against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry during an NBA basketball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

    Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) brings the ball up the court against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry during an NBA basketball game in San Francisco, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

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  • Super Bowl LX MEGA-Preview: Seahawks & Patriots DEEP DIVES & bold predictions

    Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald are LIVE from San Francisco to give their final thoughts and predictions for Super LX as they find the strengths and weaknesses of the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

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    The trio kick things off with the latest non-Super Bowl news from around the NFL, including Jay Glazer hinting at a potential Maxx Crosby departure on Yahoo Sports Daily and Philadelphia Eagles offensive line guru Jeff Stoutland departing, leaving Philly with major shoes to fill.

    Next, the three hosts dive into the Super LX matchup, previewing each side of the ball’s top matchups to watch, key injuries, predictions for the game and more.

    Later, Prime Vision’s Sam Schwartzstein joins the group to give his analytical insights on the game before Nate, Matt, Charles and Sam give their final Hail Mary bold predictions for the game.

    The show wraps up with conversations with Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels & Bijan Robinson.

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    (2:00) – Latest NFL news: Maxx Crosby out? Jeff Stoutland leaves Eagles

    (14:10) – Patriots offense vs. Seahawks defense

    (27:40) – Seahawks offense vs. Patriots defense

    (40:10) – Sam Schwartzstein breaks down Super Bowl LX

    (46:40) – Hail Mary bold predictions

    (56:00) – Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels & Bijan Robinson interviews.

    Sam Darnold & Drake Maye face off in Super LX on Sunday, February 8. (Kevin Sabitus & Kara Durrette/Getty Images)

    Sam Darnold & Drake Maye face off in Super LX on Sunday, February 8. (Kevin Sabitus & Kara Durrette/Getty Images)

    (Kevin Sabitus & Kara Durrette/Getty Images)

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  • The rising Celtics, the falling Wolves, Charlotte looks legit & Caleb Wilson shines for UNC with Dane Moore, Drew Carter & Matt Powers

    Kevin O’Connor is joined by Dane Moore to talk Timberwolves on today’s Kevin O’Connor Show. What’s behind the meltdown in Minnesota?

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    Next, KOC is joined by Boston Celtics play-by-play announcer Drew Carter to talk all things Celtics—particularly what needs to be done to right the ship after trading for Nikola Vucevic at the trade deadline.

    Then, KOC mulls over the question: is this year’s Charlotte Hornets team the new Indiana Pacers? What is the key to their newfound success?

    Plus, KOC is joined by Swish Theory’s Matt Powers to chat Draft Class—which draft prospect has improved most in the new year? How does AJ Dybantsa bring BYU out of a 4-game losing streak? That and more on today’s show!

    (0:14) Dane Moore talks Timberwolves
    (30:40) Drew Carter on Celtics
    (1:07:20) Are the Hornets this year’s Pacers?
    (1:13:21) Matt Powers joins KOC’s Draft Class

    MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 24: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves talks with Julius Randle #30 against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter in Game Three of the Western Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 24, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

    MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – MAY 24: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves talks with Julius Randle #30 against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter in Game Three of the Western Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 24, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

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  • How Seattle Won The Super Bowl + What’s Next For Darnold & Drake Maye (ft. Robert Turbin)

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    Can Seattle make another run at a Super Bowl? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano talks about that possibility with former Seahawks RB and Super Bowl champion Robert Turbin on today’s episode. Later, Ben Fawkes joins the show to break down the big game from the New England Patriots’ side of the ball before closing the show out with their “One More Thing”.

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    (1:30) – Robert Turbin on the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX victory

    (22:45) – Super Bowl LX reactions: What’s next for Patriots?

    (51:30) – Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. arrested

    (58:20) – One More Thing

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  • Jazz sit their stars, Pistons & Hornets players suspended + trade deadline fallout for Cavs & Bulls

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    We have an action-packed episode of The Big Number for you! First, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine discuss the controversial way the Utah Jazz are utilizing Jaren Jackson Jr.

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    Next, the duo dives into the league-wide tanking concerns and why it is a significant issue in light of the NBA gambling indictments. What solutions can the league establish? Later, Dan and Tom discuss the small numbers, including James Harden’s role in the Cavaliers’ success and why Donovan Mitchell is thriving with Harden.

    Also, they break down how many teams will have salary cap space this summer, the number of trades the Bulls have made and whether the Bulls are a hopeless organization.

    Plus, they discuss the suspensions following the Detroit Pistons-Charlotte Hornets fight earlier this week. What are the implications of the suspensions for the race in the East? Can the Pistons maintain their top spot?

    All that and more on The Big Number! The Big

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    The Little Numbers: 00:26:19
    Pistons and Hornets Suspensions: 00:41:46

    NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the pre-game press conference. Photo: Soeren Stache/dpa (Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images)

    NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the pre-game press conference. Photo: Soeren Stache/dpa (Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images)

    (Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images)

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  • Thomas Frank Sacked! Our Replacement Picks + Brandon Vazquez on ACL Recovery & World Cup Pressure

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    Tottenham have parted ways with Thomas Frank, and the big question is: was he really the problem? The boys dig into what’s actually happening at Spurs, whether the issues run deeper than the head coach, and which managers could realistically step in to fix things. Is this about tactics, recruitment, ownership — or something bigger?

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    Then Austin FC striker Brandon Vazquez joins the show for an honest and revealing conversation. He opens up about recovering from his ACL injury, doing “quick maths” in his head about the World Cup timeline the moment he got hurt, and what it will take to fight his way back into the U.S. Men’s National Team picture. Vazquez also shares what it was really like playing in Liga MX — from nonstop media attention to the intensity of fan culture — and how it compares to MLS. Plus, we get the full origin story of his “Superman” goal celebration (yes, including the capes).

    To close it out, the boys react to the 2026 MLS kit reveal and give their unfiltered best and worst picks. Which clubs nailed it? Which designs should’ve stayed in the concept phase? We’re handing out praise, roasting questionable choices, and ranking the fits you’ll be seeing all season long.

    Timestamps:

    (11:00) – Thomas Frank sacked! What is the issue at Tottenham?

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    (20:00) – Discussing possible replacement for Tottenham

    (27:15) – Brandon Vazquez joins The Cooligans

    (51:30) – Revealing the best 2026 MLS kits

    (59:45) – Revealing the worst 2026 MLS kits

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