Best Double X Factor Podcasts (2026)

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The Podcast Ep. 36 The Double-Double: Early NBA News & NFL X-Factors 1:11:24

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Send us a text We talk NBA quick but we all know the names on the back of the jerseys that sell for $150 at the team store. We know Mahomes, Baker, and Stafford. But football isn’t won in a vacuum—it’s won in the trenches, on the island of a boundary corner, and in the hands of a rookie tight end who refuses to play like a freshman. In this episode…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 18: The One Where the Winner Gets Crowned 35:19

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Send us a text Happy New Year! It’s officially 2026, the hangovers have faded, and we are staring down a Week 18 slate where legacies are made and bankrolls are broken. This is the final stretch of the regular season, and we’re breaking down a Week 17 recap that felt more like a video game than actual football. Did anyone else catch that 80-point t…

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A Solar Storm Might Cartwheel for Earth on New Years | Solar Storm Forecast 30 December 2025 16:07

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This week, several regions in Earth-view have been growing pretty active with Region 4317 being the first to launch a storm at Earth. But far from being a direct hit, this storm might have to do some fancy dancing with some fast solar wind to give us more than a bumpy ride. But thatBy Dr. Tamitha Skov

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Will LeBron Retire at the End of the Season? Plus, Trae’s Future, Tanking Teams, and More 2026 Predictions! 1:17:40

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Verno and Jacoby return with the last episode of 2025 as they recap the action from Monday night, including Nikola Jokic’s injury (ESPN’s Shams Charania reported after the recording that Jokic has been diagnosed with a hyperextension in his left knee and will miss at least the next four weeks), the Raptors getting it done by committee against the W…

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Hagel Returns, Leafs Find PP Success, Ingram's 3-Straight Starts, Barzal's Slash, World Juniors Updates & Olympic Roster Talk. 41:35

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Brandon Hagel returns to the Lightning lineup. Mat Barzal gets 5 + a game for his slash on Marchment in defence of Schaefer. Canada captain Porter Martone earns unsportsmanlike conduct penalty after scoring an empty netter against Czechia. We're two days away from the Olympic Roster announcement. NHL standing parity. Sharks' Celebrini continues to …

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Jokic’s Video Game Triple-Double, the Broken Lakers, the Comeback Knicks, and the Spurs Beat the Thunder Yet Again 1:04:27

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Verno and Jacoby are back to recap the full Christmas Day slate of games. They break down the incredible performances from Nikola Jokic and Anthony Edwards in the Nuggets' thrilling OT win over the Wolves, how the Spurs remain undefeated against the Thunder, the tale of two halves at Madison Square Garden, JJ Redick’s anger after the Lakers' loss t…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 17: Deck the Halls with Boughs of... Tyler Shough? 13:26

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Send us a text The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, but the NFL playoff race is anything but peaceful. Week 17 has arrived, and we are unwrapping one of the wildest slates of the season. Join us as we dive into a Week 16 recap that felt more like a rollercoaster than a sleigh ride. On This Week’s Episode: The Jaguars’ "Disrespect" Narra…

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The Podcast Ep. 37 The First Annual Diane Warren Awards 34:46

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Send us a text Welcome to the Diane Warren Awards—Where Greatness Doesn't Need a Trophy. Why does the world insist on validating legends with shiny gold statues? If Diane Warren can write 16 Oscar-nominated hits and still get beat by the Prince of Egypt soundtrack, then the system is broken. In Episode 37, we’re fixing it. We are officially launchi…

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Thursday Night's Thrillers, Hungover Knicks, and the Giannis-Target Comp 1:10:57

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Verno and Jacoby return to break down the wild Thursday-night slate in the NBA that saw multiple one-score games and overtime finishes. After, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from the past week in the league. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (01:48) Nikola Jokic breaks record in win vs. Magic (05:09) Pelicans storm back in OT win vs. Roc…

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Tim Hortons Olympic Roster Special! 51:06

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An abbreviated Headlines looks at the Maple Leafs 4-0 loss to the Washington Capitals on Thursday night. Head Coach Craig Berube held very little back post game as the team looks for answers on the powerplay, but also in the compete and consistency categories. Then, Ray and Dregs unveil their choices for the men's Olympic hockey rosters for both Te…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 16: Saturday Scares and Survivor Snafus 24:08

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Send us a text The stakes have reached a fever pitch as we head into the home stretch with only 12 survivors left in the pool. In this episode, we break down a chaotic Week 15 that saw the end of an era in Kansas City; the Chiefs have been eliminated from playoff contention for the first time in 11 years following a heartbreaking loss to the Charge…

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Will Vegas Lose the NBA Cup? Plus: Nuggets Outlast Rockets, Spencer Bros., and How the Cup Is Affecting the Giannis Trade Market. 1:04:07

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Verno and Jacoby return as they preview the NBA Cup championship between the Knicks and Spurs. They then debate whether the NBA Cup could potentially move away from Las Vegas and what the best options are for the fans to be able to go see the games in person. Next, they go through Monday night’s slate of NBA action. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!…

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Injuries with Olympic Implications, 2 Huge Trades, Leafs Need a Shakeup, Ask Ray & Dregs 49:22

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A rough Monday night raised player-safety and Olympic concerns, starting with Brandon Hagel’s injury from a forearm to the head by Seth Jones—a play that drew no supplemental discipline, frustrating Tampa Bay and leaving Ray concerned about the message it sends and future tensions. In Dallas, Team Canada hopeful Darcy Kuemper exited after being cli…

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Jaylen Brown’s Pippen Moment, Beef Stew Hype, Christmas Cards, and Are the Thunder Chasing History? 1:17:03

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Verno and Jacoby return as they recap the NBA Cup games from Tuesday and Wednesday night. They discuss the Thunder's continued dominance to start the season after matching the best 25-game start in NBA history, how the Spurs exploited the Lakers' defensive inefficiencies, and why the Knicks have a chance against the Magic. Next, the guys dive into …

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Hand-Pass Headaches, Hellebuyck’s Hurry, and Patrick Kane’s Climb. Plus, Ask Ray & Dregs Anything! 48:31

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A string of missed hand-pass calls leading directly to goals has the rule under the microscope, raising questions about why hand passes are legal in the defensive zone but not the offensive one. In Winnipeg, Connor Hellebuyck is back on the ice and facing shots earlier than expected, though Ray cautions that practice movements aren’t the same as ga…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 15: The Lone New Yorker - Only 14 Remain 28:29

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Send us a text Welcome to the aftermath of the Week 14 Massacre, which acted as the grim reaper for 25 entries—including our beloved Trevor—in the Survive This pool! We break down the carnage delivered by the Saints and Titans, detailing how Tyler Shough's two rushing scores stunned the Bucs (who took out 19 people!) and how Tony Pollard's 161 yard…

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Olympic Ice Test, the Quinn Hughes Rumour Storm, McMann Melee, Avs & Stars are the Cream of the Crop. 39:04

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On-ice testing in Milan is set for early January, with the building's completion now targeted for Feb. 2. There are concerns about the ice quality during testing in a building that may not be 100% sealed, and frustration from NHL owners who built their schedule around the Olympic break. In Vancouver, Quinn Hughes trade chatter keeps escalating afte…

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NBA Cup Special: The Unbeatable Thunder, and Can the Knicks Get Over the Hump? Plus: Do the Spurs Need Giannis? 1:19:50

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It’s NBA Cup week! Verno and Jacoby preview the upcoming games, starting with the Eastern Conference. Can the Magic keep it going against the Heat without Franz Wagner? Can the Knicks finally get past the Cup quarterfinals against the Raptors? Next, they dive into the matchups in the Western Conference. Do the Suns stand any chance at defeating the…

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A Massive Launch Blows a Coronal Hole Wide Open | Solar Storm Forecast 5 December 2025 17:51

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This week has been an interesting one on the Sun to say the least. We started off watching Region 4299 very closely, but after a single X1.95-flare, that region seems to have spent much of its energy. We also have a large cluster of three regions, just south of the solar equator, which impressedBy Dr. Tamitha Skov

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LeBron Loses His Streak, Giannis’s Next Steps, Anonymous Assassinations, and Are the Celtics Actually Good? 1:14:00

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they discuss LeBron James losing his 10+ points streak in the Lakers' win against the Raptors, Austin Reaves's monster season, and debate if LeBron is still working his way back from injury. They then discuss the thrilling game between the Sixers and Warriors, speculate on the next move for Giannis and the Bucks, as wel…

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Three Feet Short in Milan. Plus: Binnington Boils, Caps Roll, Leafs Look Up and Ask Ray & Dregs! 50:57

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Confirmation that Milan’s Olympic rink has been accidentally built three feet short—an odd mistake Ray says won’t affect roster decisions, though the NHLPA’s threat to pull players if construction isn’t finished is seen mostly as pressure to keep organizers on schedule. In St. Louis, Jordan Binnington was pulled after two goals on five shots, leadi…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 14: Thanksgiving Knockouts: Who Got Eliminated 25:45

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Send us a text Thanksgiving and Black Friday delivered the most chaotic slate of the season, and your survivor pool took another beating! We’re breaking down the fallout: Jordan Love is cooking (four TDs against the Lions!), the Cowboys kept their playoff hopes alive (and might have killed the Chiefs'!), and Joe Burrow is officially back... pity th…

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Could Giannis Leave the Bucks? Plus: Monday Night Surprises, NBA Cup Pairings, and More Observations. 1:17:54

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Verno and Jacoby debate Giannis Antetokounmpo’s decision to scrub anything Bucks related from his social media accounts and what this means for Giannis and the Bucks going forward. How much longer will Giannis remain in Milwaukee? They then recap the Monday night slate of NBA action before sharing six observations as we pass the quarter mark of the…

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Sharks Rising, Jets Falling, and Team Canada’s Big Decision(s) 42:07

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The Sharks have surprised the league by sitting in a wildcard spot 27 games in, powered by 20-year-olds Macklin Celebrini—now second in league scoring behind Nathan MacKinnon—and Will Smith, though Ray still sees Anaheim as slightly ahead with better defence, size, and young depth. Team Canada faces a looming Olympic question: with a month until se…

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Ducks & Canucks Thriller, Vancouver Open for Business, Jets in a Funk, Matthews Returns, Ask Ray & Dregs! 57:44

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Nikita Tolopilo stole the show for Vancouver with 37 saves in a last-minute start against the high-flying Ducks, whose fire-wagon style continues to delight fans and make coaches nervous. The Canucks also signalled they’re “open for business” on pending veteran UFAs. In Winnipeg, Scott Arniel says the Jets are “in a funk” in recent games without Co…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 13: The Full Plate: Week 13 Survivor Feast 22:16

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Send us a text Your Thanksgiving Survivor Guide Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Before you carve the turkey, let's carve up the NFL season. We survived one of the wildest weeks yet, featuring the Largest Comeback in Cowboys History (we admit it, we turned that game off at 21-0!) and the Colts abandoning Jonathan Taylor in their BS loss to the "Satan-…

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What We Love From the First Month of the Season, Jokic’s Nonchalant Performance, Cade’s Superstar Status, and Are the Wolves in Trouble? 1:02:37

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Verno and Jacoby return as they go over the Monday-night slate of basketball, including the Raptors and Pistons' win streaks, Nikola Jokic’s nonchalant impact in the Nuggets' win over the Grizzlies, the Wolves' collapse against the Heat, and more. They also discuss the viral moment between Klay Thompson and Ja Morant over the weekend. Next, the guy…

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Florida Teams Still a Tough Out, Nashville Singing Sad Songs, Greer, Rantanen, Cooley & More! 45:46

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The state of Florida seems likely to remain a proving ground for anyone chasing the Cup. The Panthers' recent offensive outbursts are somewhat surprising considering their slew of injuries. Tampa Bay tops the division despite their own IR troubles and some individual slow starts. Nashville’s struggles continue, they can't seem to find an identity d…

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The Wemby-less Spurs Impress, Derik Queen and the Young Pels, and What's Going On With LaMelo Ball? 1:17:35

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Verno and Jacoby return as they briefly discuss the Grizzlies completely dominating the Kings, Tyrese Maxey’s continued ascension into superstardom, as well as how impressive the Spurs looked without their top players. Next, the guys dive into their loves and loathes from this past week in the NBA. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:35) What’s ne…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 12: Safety First, Just Pick Against the Titans! 13:19

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Send us a text What in the 5-5 are the Chiefs doing?! Week 11 delivered a chaos cocktail: The Broncos finally exorcised their demons, beating the Chiefs in a game Patrick Mahomes wanted back. We’re breaking down the utter dominance of the Jaguars over the Chargers (81 passing yards for Herbert?!), the return of Sam Darnold, The Pumpkin, after four …

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Avalanche Rolling, Oilers Reeling, JT Miller Feels the Heat, Patrick Roy Almost Boils Over 52:11

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The Avalanche have won six straight and look every bit like a Stanley Cup favourite, Ray notes it feels like they are in a window right now with Makar's next deal 2 years away and last year’s bold overhaul in goal. Winnipeg extended captain Adam Lowry at five years times $5 million—a fair deal for a 32-year-old leader—though Ray is surprised by the…

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Early-Season Surprises: Steph Remains Electric, the Feel-Good Raptors, and the Elderly Clippers 1:05:51

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Verno and Jacoby recap the Monday night slate of NBA action before sharing six early surprises from the season so far. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (01:56) Jalen Duren fuels the Pistons' 10th straight win (05:00) Multiple Raptors step up to beat the Hornets for their eighth win in nine games (10:08) The Bulls hold off Nikola Jokic and the Nugge…

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Leafs in a Bad Spot, Marchand Hot, Doughty Injured, Quick Fired Up, and more! 44:53

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Brad Treliving held a media availability in which he addressed the Leafs' inconsistency and lack of intensity. Could a change be on the horizon for his team? Florida's culture is the envy of the league. Brad Marchand riding an 11-game point streak. Is he a lock for Team Canada? Drew Doughty is out week-to-week as the Kings continue to grind. Jonath…

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The Zero Hangover Thunder, Steph Leaves Under Armour, and Jokic’s Otherworldly Performances 1:14:33

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they dive directly into their loves and loathes from the past week in the NBA. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (03:07) Verno's and Jacoby’s no. 1 loves of the week (16:06) Verno's and Jacoby’s no. 1 loathes of the week (21:38) No. 2 loves of the week (24:19) No. 2 loathes of the week (32:45) No. 3 loves of the week (41…

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Pinto Paid, Leafs Hurting, Roslovic's OT Magic, Young Guns Pushing for Team Canada and more! 48:39

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Shane Pinto’s 4 X $7.5M extension in Ottawa earns praise as a fair, forward-looking deal for a rising centre and potential Team USA Olympian, even as the cap climbs toward $100M. In Toronto, the visiting Kings face a battered Leafs squad missing Anthony Stolarz and Auston Matthews, big voids for a team whose defensive commitment is again under scru…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 11: The Survivor Pool Graveyard and Its Victims 25:05

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Send us a text It's Week 11 in the NFL, and if you thought you knew anything, think again! The chaos reached peak levels last week as the league proved once again that no one knows anything—and we love it! Join us as we dive into a week defined by massive upsets and unexpected heroes. We break down the absolute disaster in Buffalo, where the zombie…

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Best NBA Night Ever? Plus: Mavs Fire Nico Harrison and Six Observations on the NBA Season So Far. 1:37:28

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Verno and Jacoby are back as they break down Monday's slate of NBA games and discuss what was one of the most exciting nights of NBA basketball in a long time. They also discuss the Mavs' inevitable decision to fire GM Nico Harrison. Next, the guys share six observations from the NBA season after the first games of the season. (00:00) Welcome to Th…

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2025's Stellar Class Inducted into HHOF. Plus: McDavid’s Mastery, Berube’s Misery & More! 47:51

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A memorable Hall of Fame induction saw Duncan Keith thank his son for helping him rediscover his love of the game, Joe Thornton deliver an emotional speech, and a standout class featuring Zdeno Chara, Alex Mogilny, Brianna Decker, Jennifer Botterill, Danièle Sauvageau & Jack Parker. On the ice, the Oilers rebounded from a humiliating 9–1 loss to Co…

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Mitchell’s '2K' Motivation, Thompson Twins Thriving, Diverse Offenses, and Wemby Struggles 1:27:24

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Verno and Jacoby return to discuss the latest injury update on LeBron James before diving right into their loves and loathes from this past week. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:37) LeBron James injury update (05:44) Verno's and Jacoby’s no. 1 loves of the week (22:45) Verno's and Jacoby’s no. 1 loathes of the week (32:17) Verno's and Jacoby’s…

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900 Goals for Ovie, 1000 Games for Kadri, Missing Pucks, Dislodged Nets and More! 40:02

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Alex Ovechkin scored his unprecedented 900th goal on Wednesday, alongside 138 game-winners and 324 power-play goals, while Sidney Crosby continues his unreal pace toward a 21st straight point-per-game season and Evgeni Malkin stands as the highest-scoring Russian ever. All reminders of how lucky we are to witness this era’s icons. Jordan Binnington…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 10: (Not So) Happy Valley: The Commish Tells All 35:37

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Send us a text Welcome to Week 10, where the NFL continues to be utterly nonsensical! In this week's jam-packed episode, we dive deep into the true NFC North upsets—no, not the Bears barely beating the Bengals, but McCarthy's Vikings doing "just enough" to take down the Lions and the absolute disaster that was the Packers-Panthers game. Get ready t…

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Monday Night Revenge Games, Good-Vibe Lakers, Steve Ballmer Is Being Sued, and Just How Good Are the Bulls? 1:19:03

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Verno and Jacoby return to recap what was seemingly revenge night across the league yesterday. They discuss Myles Turner’s return to Indiana, Deandre Ayton taking control for the Lakers with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both out, the latest on Ja Morant, and more. They next ask six questions about the NBA season so far. (00:00) Welcome to The Mism…

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Leafs Wake Up Late, McDavid Gets 1100, Lowry to Return, Kraken & Ducks Surprise Atop Pacific 46:18

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The Penguins dominated Toronto for 40 minutes before collapsing in the third, as the Leafs flipped the script despite continuing to look out of sorts. Even Craig Berube is flummoxed as to why his team can’t piece together 60 good minutes. In St. Louis, the Blues edged the Oilers late, overshadowing Connor McDavid becoming the 4th-fastest player eve…

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No Problems Without Giannis for the Bucks, Wemby’s Vengeance Tour, and Despising ‘MJ: Insights to Excellence’ 1:22:41

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Verno and Jacoby return as they recap the Thursday night slate of games, which included a Bucks win without Giannis, the Spurs and Thunder remaining undefeated, and the Magic finally ending their losing streak. Next, the guys go through their loves and loathes from this week in the NBA. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch (02:43) Thursday night recap (…

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Leafs Doubled up by CBJ: Cowan's Development & Tavares' Milestone. Plus: Marchand, Pens, Canucks, Extensions & Ask R&D 47:45

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The Leafs were doubled up by Columbus in a rough night all around—Cayden Primeau struggled and the team looked disjointed. The fellas discuss the ongoing conversation surrounding Easton Cowan’s development amid Toronto’s perennially high expectations. John Tavares quietly hit 500 goals amid the loss, a milestone Ray says is best celebrated later. E…

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The Podcast "Survive This" Week 9: We're Just Here for the Ride (On Trevor's Back). 25:35

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Send us a text Welcome to the Island of Misfit Wins! (The Jets Actually Did It!) The impossible has happened: the New York Jets are on the board! They somehow rolled up 502 yards of offense (254 on the ground!) and three 4th-quarter TDs for their first win of the season. Was it Justin Fields answering his owner's call, or just the Bengals being the…

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The Sixers New Window, Cedric Coward Experience, And Possible Overreactions 1:23:35

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Verno and Jacoby are back after the first week of the NBA season. They go through Monday’s slate of games, discussing the Sixers' new window with Tyrese Maxey and V.J. Edgecombe, the abundance of 40- and 50-point games to start the season, Verno’s reaction to watching Cedric Coward, Austin Reaves shining while playing without Luka Doncic, and more.…

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Ageless Crosby Leading Pens, Devils & Mammoth Making Noise. Plus: Sens, Bruins, Celebrini and More! 48:17

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Sidney Crosby continues to defy time, powering Pittsburgh to third overall in the league and second in the Metro under new coach Dan Muse, whose fresh approach seems to have rejuvenated the group. The Devils and Mammoth have become early-season storylines, each riding impressive win streaks and strong goaltending—Utah’s Karel Vejmelka leads the lea…

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The Podcast Ep. 35 NFL Halloween Special: Ghouls, Goblins, and the Gridiron 1:01:16

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Send us a text The NFL Halloween Show The NFL season is officially turning into a horror movie! We will talk about our favorite spooky movies but before the trick-or-treating begins next week, join the crew for our annual spooky spectacular as we hand out awards to the monsters, ghouls, and self-sabotaging survivors of the first half of the season.…

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Steph Says Night-Night to the Nuggets, Youth Sport Knicks, Gambling Scandal, and Our Loves and Loathes 1:34:13

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Verno and Jacoby return to recap the absolutely amazing start of the NBA season. They also discuss Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones getting arrested as a part of an investigation related to illegal sports betting and rigged poker games. Next, it's the return of Verno and Jacoby’s loves and loathes from the first week of the NBA seaso…