HP Umpire Jordan Baker ejected Tigers manager AJ Hinch for arguing a Replay Review decision that upheld U3 Junior ...
To everyone's surprise, Joel Embiid returned and the Philadelphia 76'ers delivered a surprise come from behind series victory over the heavily favored Boston Celtics. The Hood Report Team argues whether the Sixers are better with or without Embiid. CTA - Are the Sixers a better team, with or without Embiid? #basketball #nba #nbaplayoffs #joelembiid #sixers #hoodreport #sports #sportspodcast
Charlie Coyle's recent contract extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets—a six-year deal at $6 million per year despite Coyle being 34—serves as a warning sign for the New Jersey Devils about the dangers of overpaying in free agency. Zach Berman urges the Devils to steer clear of such costly contracts when shopping for players in 2026, emphasizing that the team is in a much better position now with a savvy new general manager leading their front office restructuring. The landscape of NHL management is also shifting, with news about potential GM hires in Nashville and Vancouver signaling wider changes—but Zach Berman notes that the Devils' recent hire of Sunny Mehta might be the most impressive move among teams this offseason. Analyzing the upcoming free agent market, Zach Berman highlights how several available players bring significant risk and are likely to command overpriced deals. Names like Darren Raddysh, who had a breakout season at age 30, and Rasmus Andersson, who is coming off an uneven run, may look tempting but are "landmine" contracts waiting to happen. Even forwards like Alex Tuch—despite strong numbers in Buffalo—are likely too expensive to justify bringing in. The majority of top free agents either do not fit the Devils' needs or are expected to re-sign with their current teams. Instead of chasing risky free agents, Zach Berman recommends the Devils focus on internal roster moves and targeting trade opportunities, especially as key players like Nico Hischier approach extension talks. The cautionary tale of Charlie Coyle’s deal underscores the danger of long-term commitments to aging players, and the Devils should focus on sustainability and flexibility rather than splashy signings that could impede their progress. Finally, Zach Berman discusses coaching changes around the league, most notably the ongoing saga in Edmonton where the Oilers are interviewing Bruce Cassidy despite still having Kris Knoblauch under contract. Zach Berman argues that, should Knoblauch become available, he would be an excellent candidate for the Devils’ head coach position. However, the larger theme remains: while other franchises make questionable moves, the Devils are being urged to remain patient, prudent, and to take advantage of opportunities born from other teams’ mistakes. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LODevils?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Subscribe to Locked On Devils! Follow me on the "X" app: @zachbrettberman Follow the show on the "X" app: @LockedOnDevils Listen to Locked On Devils: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnDevils For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast, where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Listener Survey: We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime: Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money: Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. FanDuel: Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner. Visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Thumbnail credit: USA TODAY #NewJerseyDevils #Devils #NHL
The Knicks have won the last seven most of them in convincing fashion. It’s hard to argue with their fans about their chances to go back to the NBA Finals #nba #nbaplayoffs #youtubeshorts #shortsfeed #knicks #newyork #foryou #explorepage #trending #contentcreator #greenscreen #basketball #youtubesearch
The Carolina Hurricanes just completed a ruthless sweep of the Philadelphia Flyers, but are they actually as untouchable as they look? In this segment from Episode 47, Arvy and Manveer break down the fallout of the series. First, we look at the positives—there is plenty of good to take away from a gritty Flyers season. Then, the guys talk about the juggernaut in Raleigh, specifically their absolute cheat-code of a second line featuring Jackson Blake, Taylor Hall, and Logan Stankoven. But Arvy is pumping the brakes. He argues that Carolina's path has been way too easy because the Senators and Flyers simply don’t have four-line depth. The real war is waiting for them in the next round. The conversation shifts to the grueling Montreal Canadiens vs. Buffalo Sabres series. Arvy explains why the Habs’ system will ultimately break Buffalo, while Manveer holds the line, predicting the Sabres will steamroll their way to the Eastern Conference Finals. (NOTE: This segment was recorded just before Game 3 when the Habs/Sabres series was tied 1-1. Montreal has since dominated Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead!)
The GOAT debate just took a dark turn. Shaquille O'Neal has finally said what every Jordan and Kobe fan has been thinking for years: LeBron James simply doesn't have the "Killer Instinct." In this video, we break down Shaq’s explosive comments from March 2024, where he exposes why opponents never feared LeBron the way they feared the Black Mamba or MJ. From Mario Chalmers' brutal honesty to the "kid-glove" treatment LeBron received in Cleveland, we’re looking at the raw evidence that numbers can’t hide. Is LeBron a legendary playmaker? Yes. But is he a cold-blooded killer on the court? Shaq says: ABSOLUTELY NOT. Inside this video: The "Fear Factor" gap between the eras. Why Shaq would always pick Kobe over LeBron in their prime. The truth about LeBron’s 2011 Finals meltdown. Do you agree with Shaq? Does LeBron lack that killer gene? Let’s argue in the comments! 👇 #lebronjames #michaeljordan #nba #goat #lebronvsjordan
The San Francisco Giants are in trouble — and the questions are starting to pile up around Buster Posey's front office tenure. In this segment, the guys break down the growing concern around Posey's bold but backfiring moves: the Rafael Devers trade, the Willy Adames signing, the Matt Chapman extension, and now the surprise Patrick Bailey trade to Cleveland. Is this a team that knows what it's doing — or one spinning out of control less than a year into a new regime? Ken Rosenthal called it "subtraction by addition," and it's hard to argue with that right now. The Giants rank among the worst offenses in baseball — fewest home runs, fewest walks, and a historically low walk rate. Devers is finally waking up in May, Willy Adames is creeping back above .200, but the roster construction still doesn't make sense. And then there's Bryce Eldridge — a top prospect called up to the big club and barely getting any at-bats. If you bring him up, you have to play him. The hosts lay it all out — and argue the Giants have two realistic options right now: move Jung Ho Lee back to center and make Casey Schmidt the right fielder, or trade Matt Chapman to clear the logjam. Otherwise, the front office is just spinning its wheels while wasting a prospect's development time. Topics discussed include: Buster Posey's front office moves — bold or reckless? The Devers, Adames, and Chapman contracts — stuck or salvageable? Patrick Bailey traded to Cleveland — what does it mean for Giants catching? Bryce Eldridge called up but barely playing — a development disaster? Jung Ho Lee, Casey Schmidt, and the Giants' roster crunch Ken Rosenthal's "subtraction by addition" take on San Francisco Do you think Buster Posey is the right guy to run this team — or is this thing already going off the rails? Drop your take in the comments. 0:00 – Buster Posey's Front Office Under Fire 1:43 – Devers and Adames Contracts: Backtracking Already? 3:54 – Bryce Eldridge Called Up But Barely Playing 6:47 – Ken Rosenthal: "Subtraction By Addition" 19:08 – Patrick Bailey Trade & Giants' Catching Future Download the Audacy app to never miss any of your favorite 957 The Game content: https://go.audacy.com/y-listen-live-957thegame Listen live: https://www.audacy.com/957thegame/listen Visit our website: https://www.957thegame.com Subscribe on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/957thegame Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/957thegame Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/957thegame Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/957thegame/ Join our Newsletter: https://www.audacy.com/957thegame/join-our-clubs/mvp-club
HP Umpire Carlos Torres ejected Orioles infield coach Miguel Cairo for arguing a denied ABS challenge to Baltimore catcher Samuel Basallo for taking too long to challenge? Kind of? This sequence was so problematic, it had me defending MIGUEL CAIRO. Report: https://www.closecallsports.com/2026/05/mlb-ejection-026-carlos-torres-2-miguel.html Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/closecallsports Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Lindsay715 Discord: https://discord.gg/eFXWr7yHWM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CloseCallSports Twitter: https://twitter.com/CloseCallSports