Best Baseball Star Power Games Podcasts (2025)

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E81: First Place and a chance for the AL Central title this weekend for the Cleveland Guardians. 46:43

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The Guardians win another series and put pressure on the Tigers. The AL Central lead for Detroit is now gone and the two teams are tied with 3 to play. Matt and Todd are back to discuss the 3 game set in Cleveland. Guards take 2 of 3 but lose tonight 4-2. Cleveland gets 3 at home with Texas while Detroit has to go to Boston. Guardians hold the tieb…

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Jim and anesthesia, Mike Gundy's job loss, Mateer surgery success, Arkansas always finds a way, OU offensive improvement and more. 1:27:13

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Thursday, September 25, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Jim and anesthesia, Mike Gundy's job loss, Mateer surgery success, Arkansas always finds a way, OU offensive improvement and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z on Instagra…

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An ominous Twins milestone, a huge Lynx game and Jordan Addison's return 32:37

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Host Michael Rand starts with the Twins, who lost their 90th game Wednesday. That has been a bad omen in recent years. Plus the Wolves are bringing back an iconic uniform. Later, Cassidy Hettesheimer from the Star Tribune joins Rand to break down Lynx vs. Mercury Game 3. And Jordan Addison is set to return.…

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Guardians on the verge of completing historic comeback for division title 28:36

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss Cleveland's furious September rally and where they go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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OSU will get a good coach, firing the coach during the middle of the season, George Stoia III - Soonerscoop.com for Dean, Lane Kiffin and more. 1:29:04

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Wednesday, September 24, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -OSU will get a good coach, firing the coach during the middle of the season, George Stoia III - Soonerscoop.com for Dean, Lane Kiffin and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X George Stoi…

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Guards Ball at its finest helps Cleveland top Tarik Skubal and the Tigers 30:49

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga recap a wild opening game of the Guardians' showdown series against the Tigers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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Robot umpires, Rocco Baldelli's future, a bad Lynx loss and a Gophers opportunity 45:16

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with MLB's announcement that is going to a challenge system on balls and strikes in 2026. While that might help alleviate critical errors from umpires, it's a half-measure that could prove to be the worst of both worlds. Plus the Lynx had a Game 2 meltdown Tuesday. How will they respond? 10:00: Longtime baseba…

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SPECIAL DELIVERY: Lynx blow 20-point lead in stunning Game 2 defeat 12:45

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By Michael Rand

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Gideon Hamilton in for Jim (who returns tomorrow), Mike Gundy is out at OK State as head football coach, John Mateer is out for a time with a finger injury, SEC schedule ahead and more. 1:21:09

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Tuesday, September 23, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Gideon Hamilton in for Jim (who returns tomorrow), Mike Gundy is out at OK State as head football coach, John Mateer is out for a time with a finger injury, SEC schedule ahead and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Trame…

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Stage is set for Guardians to complete epic comeback against Tigers 24:42

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down the matchups in a critical series for the Guardians against Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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Vikings QB dilemma and film review + What might have been for the Twins 48:09

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the AL Central race, where Cleveland has pulled within a game of Detroit heading into a showdown between the teams starting Tuesday. The Twins and Guardians were in almost exactly the same spot at the All Star Break. What changed? Plus the Lynx can take control of their WNBA semifinal series tonight. 11:0…

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JOHN BARROWMAN: Full Transparency, Reclaiming Control & the Fan Who Saved His Life 1:25:38

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John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) joins us this week for a transparent conversation about the facts and fiction of his contentious actions on set in the past and the dangerous fallout as a result of it in the present. John owns up to his actions while reflecting on how this period of time lead to some dark thoughts and plans; one of which was …

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Gideon Hamilton for Jim, SEC interconference "forever" opponents, OU "trick" play?, rules, Dean's thoughts on SEC schedule opponents and more. 1:28:32

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Monday, September 22, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Gideon Hamilton for Jim, SEC interconference "forever" opponents, OU "trick" play?, rules, Dean's thoughts on SEC schedule opponents and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z o…

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Patrick Reusse on Carson Wentz, a big Lynx win and the Twins in trouble 39:20

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Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, and they start with the Vikings' 48-10 win over the Bengals. Carson Wentz was efficient behind a dominant defense. What will happen if he keeps winning by the time J.J. McCarthy is healthy? The Lynx stormed back from a halftime deficit to take Ga…

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Guardians prepare for crucial homestand after most successful road trip of 2025 24:41

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Vibes are high for the Guardians right now as they wrap up a 6-1 road trip and prepare to face the Tigers in a showdown for the AL Central title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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SPECIAL DELIVERY PART 2: Lynx dominate fourth quarter, take Game 1 12:38

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E80: ONE WEEK LEFT: The Cleveland Guardians are right there. Just one game back of the AL Central lead 46:15

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What an incredible run for this Guardians team. 16-3 in their last 19 games after taking 3 out of 4 from the Twins. Today was a downer, losing 6-2, but the 10 game win streak and the Tigers decline is just epic. Matt and Todd discuss the historic pitching run and great effort by these young guys. They look ahead to this huge 3 game series in Clevel…

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SPECIAL DELIVERY PART 1: Carson Wentz, Isaiah Rodgers power Vikings rout 13:24

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McBride Orthopedic Hospital - Game Time Post Game - Oklahoma Vs Auburn 09-20-2025 1:35:21

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Saturday, September 20, 2025 McBride Orthopedic Hospital Game Time Post Game, driven by Lexus of OKC -W -The University of Oklahoma defeats Jackson Arnold and the Auburn Tigers (24-17) with a defensive show. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Matt Meyer on X Li…

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McBride Orthopedic Hospital - Game Time Pre Game - Oklahoma Vs Auburn 09-20-2025 1:39:39

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Saturday, September 20, 2025 McBride Orthopedic Hospital Game Time - Pre Game, driven by Lexus of OKC - Inside the Dobson Mobile Studio -No. 11 Oklahoma (3-0) and No. 22 Auburn (3-0) begin their SEC schedule. The first game between the Sooners and Tigers in Norman. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, …

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Guardians' improbable playoff push gets a boost with sweep in Detroit 23:11

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how Cleveland has pulled within 3 1/2 games of the division leading Tigers after a huge sweep in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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What does Kirill Kaprizov want? + Does Carson Wentz give the Vikings a better chance? 38:12

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Introduction: After spending part of Thursday at the opening of Wild training camp, host Michael Rand has some thoughts on the complicated Kirill Kaprizov contract situation. 14:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for their weekly debate segment. They disagree fundamentally on the question of whether Carson Wentz gives the Vikings a better chance t…

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Biohacking for Busy Athletes w/ PJ Glassey (XGym): Hydration, Nutrition & 21-Minute TUT Workouts 44:20

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Exercise scientist and biohacking pioneer PJ Glassey (founder, X-Gym; author, Cracking Your Calorie Code) joins the Gametime Guru to deliver a playbook for busy athletes: morning hydration that actually absorbs, nutrition on the road for tournaments and travel, and a 21-minute, twice-weekly time-under-tension program that builds precision, coordina…

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OSU/Tulsa, Oklahoma/Auburn, NFL, and More! 1:22:31

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The guys get into Oklahoma State taking on Tulsa, Oklahoma taking on Auburn, Bill vs Dolphins, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By WWLS The Sports Animal 98.1 FM

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Episode 50: 50?! 1:25:12

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Wait, wut, it's our 50th episode? It only took us, like, 6 years, or so.By Gentry Collier

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E79: BROOMS IN DETROIT! Cleveland Guardians are red hot and are on Detroit's tail. 41:30

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What a job by this young Guardians club. Cleveland needed a sweep in Detroit and got it! Matt and Todd discuss everything that went down at Comerica Park this week. An epic series and great pitching. Tanner Bibee today outpitching Tarik Skubal. Jose Ramirez delivering in the clutch and the bullpen insanely good. Guards now just 1.5 back of the fina…

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The Lynx continue to lift up Minnesota sports; What's up with Kirill Kaprizov? 35:02

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Lynx, who staged an epic comeback to win Game 2 and the series against Golden State on Wednesday. Theirs was the only WNBA quarterfinal series to end in a sweep, and they remain a source of hope of Minnesota fans. 10:00: Star Tribune Wild writer Sarah McLellan joins Rand to dissect the team ahead of t…

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Bo Naylor, Steven Kwan fueling Guardians' improbable postseason push 23:11

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how the Guardians have positioned themselves to play important games in the final 10 days of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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Gideon Hamilton for Jim, NCAAF - OSU, Gundy's 21 seasons, Gideon is locked on football this season and more. 1:30:46

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Gideon Hamilton for Jim, NCAAF - OSU, Gundy's 21 seasons, Gideon is locked on football this season and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen…

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Tony DJs, five-star quarterbacks, Berry Tramel returns from vacay, Jim loves Cal QB, Beck or Mateer? and more. 1:28:59

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Tony DJs, five-star quarterbacks, Berry Tramel returns from vacay, Jim loves Cal QB, Beck or Mateer? and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen…

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Vikings injuries mount; Lynx look to advance; Gophers football needs to regroup 30:13

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Vikings, who have seen injuries already pile up after a relatively healthy 2024 season. Can they overcome early adversity? Plus some good injury news for the Lynx and an update on the Wolves' pursuit of a new arena. 15:00: Randy Johnson on Gophers football after Saturday's loss to Cal. What can they w…

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Can Guardians' historic extra-innings win propel them into a playoff spot? 24:03

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how Cleveland made history with four straight extra-base hits in the 10th inning of Tuesday's critical win in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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Finding the upside in the aftermath of J.J. McCarthy's injury; Vikings film review 51:31

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand looks at the news of J.J. McCarthy's sprained ankle from all angles. Yes there is obvious downside to him missing time in that he is the starting QB for a reason and he needs on-field development time. But there is upside to the timing in that he has struggled with game speed so far and the Vikings are banged up on t…

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Guardians prepare for season-defining series against Tigers 25:53

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga preview Cleveland's biggest series of the season in Motown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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MATT JONES: Family Over Fame, Breaking Bad Anxiety & Typecast Exhaustion 1:20:25

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Matt Jones (Breaking Bad, Mom) joins us this week to share how growing up in a tumultuous household shaped him into a devoted family man who prioritizes his family over fame. Matt talks candidly about the dichotomy between who he prides himself to be versus the offbeat, aloof characters he gets typecast as. We also talk about the anxiety he experie…

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Week 3 recap - Week 4 schedule, Cal QB - Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, ESPN senior writer - Jake Trotter, Joe Mussatto - lead columnist at The Oklahoman, Arch Manning and more. 1:29:16

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Monday, September 15, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Week 3 recap - Week 4 schedule, Cal QB - Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, ESPN senior writer - Jake Trotter, Joe Mussatto - lead columnist at The Oklahoman, Arch Manning and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dea…

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Can the Guardians ride surprising starting pitching and elite defense to the postseason? 24:47

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga break down Cleveland's 12-5 run over the last 17 games and how young starting pitchers and top shelf defense are carrying the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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E78: SWEEP! Cleveland Guardians handle the White Sox and remain in contention! 33:53

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Can you believe this? The Cleveland Guardians continue their winning ways. That is 4 straight victories and 9 out of 10 as they broom out the White Sox. Could the Guards make a run at the Tigers? They are only 6.5 back and also just 2.5 back of the third and final wildcard spot. Stranger things have happened. The boys dissect the Pitching and just …

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Patrick Reusse on shocking ineptitude from Vikings, McCarthy; Lynx win Game 1 39:46

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Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, an episode that naturally begins with the Vikings' 22-6 loss to the Falcons. Minnesota was dominated from start to finish, and an offense led by second-year QB J.J. McCarthy has a lot of work to do. Plus the Lynx rolled in Game 1 of the playoffs,…

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McBride Orthopedic Hospital - Game Time Post Game - Oklahoma Vs Temple 09-13-2025 1:38:40

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Saturday, September 13, 2025 McBride Orthopedic Hospital Game Time Post Game, driven by Lexus of OKC -W -OU goes into Philadelphia and leaves with a win (42-3) against Temple. Your phone calls and text next. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Matt Meyer on X Li…

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McBride Orthopedic Hospital - Game Time Pre Game - Oklahoma Vs Temple 09-13-2025 2:00:27

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Saturday, September 13, 2025 McBride Orthopedic Hospital Game Time - Pre Game, driven by Lexus of OKC -No. 13 Oklahoma (2-0) plays on the road in a meeting with Temple (2-0) in Philadelphia. -Mark Rodgers is in Philly. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X, George…

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OU travels well, Top 12 food lists, George Schroeder - The Gridiron and Gospel Podcast, Dean's picks for the weekend and more. Have a great weekend! 1:29:46

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Friday, September 12, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -OU travels well, Top 12 food lists, George Schroeder - The Gridiron and Gospel Podcast, Dean's picks for the weekend and more. Have a great weekend! Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow To…

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Guardians head into White Sox series holding on to slim hopes for a wild card spot 23:11

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at Cleveland's chances in the AL Wild Card race after a comeback win against the Royals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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E77: GRITTY GUARDS: Cleveland stays alive for a wildcard spot after taking 6 of 8 from TB and KC 24:22

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Who can figure these Guardians out? Cleveland wins another series and stay within shouting distance of Seattle and Houston. Matt and Todd discuss the Guardians 3 of 4 wins from the Royals. Pitching key once again. Todd was there to see the Joey Cantillo gem. They also discuss the huge Kayfus bomb from Thursday and look ahead to the White Sox. To le…

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Dominant Lynx end on a high note; La Velle E. Neal on Kaprizov and McCarthy 31:32

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Lynx, who ended a dominant regular season in near-perfect fashion. The beat Golden State by 19 to set up a playoff rematch after going 4-0 vs. the Valkyries this year. Napheesa Collier hit a statistical milestone that should cement her MVP case. 9:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins for the weekly debate s…

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Ty Johnson | The State of U.S. Soccer, D1 Journey & Life Lessons Beyond the Game 48:05

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Former Boston University Division I soccer player Ty Johnson joins me to talk about: The challenges and opportunities in U.S. soccer vs. global systems Club vs. high school soccer and what recruiters really look for The cultural shift from Miami to San Francisco during his youth career Transitioning from athlete to media host (Live with Tai) and en…

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Jim's list for tomorrow's reveal, The Clippers and Kawhi have problems, Joe Mussatto - Lead Columnist for The Oklahoman for Berry, potential OSU changes and more. 1:27:35

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Thursday, September 11, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Jim's list for tomorrow's reveal, The Clippers and Kawhi have problems, Joe Mussatto - Lead Columnist for The Oklahoman for Berry, potential OSU changes and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevin…

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Is Kyle Manzardo's future at first base or DH for the Guardians? 26:57

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Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at the latest Guardians setback and what it means for their playoff chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy cleveland.com

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Kirill Kaprizov reportedly turns down massive Wild contract; J.J. McCarthy's film review 36:12

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a report Wednesday that Kirill Kaprizov turned down an eight-year, $128 million contract extension offer from the Wild that would have been the richest deal in NHL history. How much of that is just negotiations, and where does this leave the Wild and their franchise player? 10:00: Star Tribune Vikings wri…

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Show openers - food and drink lists incoming, Al's journalism path, Joe Mussatto from The Oklahoman, Arkadelphia, Sarkisian comments on Manning and more. 1:29:38

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Show openers - food and drink lists incoming, Al's journalism path, Joe Mussatto from The Oklahoman, Arkadelphia, Sarkisian comments on Manning and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X J…