Best 98.5 The Sports Hub Podcasts (2024)

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Is Jayson Tatum’s Criticism Unfair? // Tatum’s Superstar Status // Sam Cassell On The Move? - 5/14 (Hour 3) 37:41

31m ago37:41

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start hour No. 3 with more thoughts about Tatum’s performance, and they clean out Beetle’s emails. (8:04) We continue our discussion about Tatum’s superstar status in the NBA. (18:43) The crew gives their thoughts about the Patriots’ hiring process of their new general manager and revisits their quarterback thoughts. (26:57…

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Jacoby Brissett Starting? // Stephanie White Joins The Show // Joe Mazzulla Calls In - 5/14 (Hour 2) 42:03

1h ago42:03

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the second hour by discussing the possibility of Brissett starting Week 1 instead of Drake Maye. (10:04) Sun head coach Stephanie White joins us live to talk about the differences from college to the WNBA, basketball analytics and the future of the league. (20:31) The crew rehashes their thoughts about Maye sitting an…

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Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla Joins Zolak & Bertrand - 5/14/24 10:33

25m ago10:33

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Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla joins Zolak & Bertrand to discuss his team’s focus level, Kristaps Porzingis’ status, and Jayson Tatum’s impact.By Beasley Media Group

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Too Close For Celtics in Game 4? // Reaction to Tatum and Brown’s performance // Brad Marchand Present At Morning Skate - 5/14 (Hour 1) 40:44

3h ago40:44

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand kick-off the show with their initial thoughts about the Celtics’ narrow victory in Game 4. (12:31) We take your wonderful phone calls about the Celtics 109-102 win to take a 3-1 series lead. (21:44) The crew digs deeper into Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s play against Cleveland. (32:22) We finish up the hour with the lates…

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“A healthy dose of parm!” | The Email Bit | The Stack - 5/14 (Hour 4) 40:58

1h ago40:58

40:58

(00:00) “You know I love MY chicken parm!” (17:13) It’s everybody’s favorite segment - THE EMAIL BIT! (29:49) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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, an…

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Eurovision Song Contest | NBC Sports Boston’s Chris Forsberg - 5/14 (Hour 3) 41:51

24m ago41:51

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(00:00) The Eurovision song contest took place this past weekend FILLED with pretty cool tunes. (13:00) Chris Forsberg covers the Boston Celtics on NBC Sports Boston and joins Toucher & Hardy to get his thoughts on last night’s Game 4 victory, the series and looking towards CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest upda…

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Don Sweeney press conference | Mike Dussault joins the show - 5/14 (Hour 2) 43:44

1h ago43:44

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(00:00) Fred rips into Don Sweeney’s press conference. (17:15) Mike Dussault from Patriots.com joins the show to talk about what he’s seeing down in Foxborough. He also shows off his JAWS knowledge. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub …

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The Anarchist Cookbook | Celtics outlast Cavs to take 3-1 series lead | Frustrated Pat Maroon - 5/14 (Hour 1) 44:30

2h ago44:30

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(19:56) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Cavaliers lost Game 4 without star guard Donovan Mitchell, putting up a strong fight but ultimately falling 109-102 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Plus, NHL Playoffs: Pat Maroon is frustrated and pushes back on fans thinking he should be doing more CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the…

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Jaylen Brown Joins Grande and Max after the Celtics Game 4 Win 1:52

1h ago1:52

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Jaylen Brown talks with Grande and Max about the Celtics commanding 3-1 series lead over the CavaliersBy Beasley Media Group

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6:04 pm - The Baseball Hour with Tony Mazz 20:31

1h ago20:31

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(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the end of the Red Sox-Nationals game on Sunday. (10:06) Look ahead to the Red Sox upcoming matchups against the Rays.By Beasley Media Group

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Outlook For Bruins-Panthers Game 5 // Media Getting Called Out // Today’s Takeaway - 5/13 (Hour 4) 38:00

24m ago38:00

38:00

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand discuss the outlook for the Bruins ahead of Game 5 against the Panthers. (11:31) We circle back to the media being called out by Don Sweeney earlier this afternoon. (23:07) The crew finishes up the day with their final thoughts on the no-call in the third period and the Bruins’ level of effort in this series. (34:49) Today’s…

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Pat Maroon Wants More Shots // Don Sweeney Meets With The Media // Not A Volume Team? - 5/13 (Hour 3) 42:16

30m ago42:16

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by reacting to Pat Maroon saying the Bruins need to put more shots on net. (8:47) We react to Don Sweeney meeting with the media and discussing the results of last night’s loss to the Panthers. (22:42) The crew touches on Sweeney’s comments about the Bruins not being a volume shooting team. (29:15) We f…

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Colin Campbell Theory // Celtics Win Game 3 // Jayson Tatum Scrutiny - 5/13 (Hour 2) 42:05

36m ago42:05

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour with Zo’s theory on Colin Campbell, the current executive vice president and director of hockey operations of the NHL, and his influence on the series. (10:16) We dive into the Celtics bouncing back with a big win over the Cavs in Game 3. (21:35) The crew dives into whether Jayson Tatum deserves the sc…

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Bruins Drop Game 4 // Reaction To The No-Call // Brad Marchand Goes Down - 5/13 (Hour 1) 44:16

17m ago44:16

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Bruins dropping game 4 against the Panthers last night. (12:30) We continue to dive into the no-call on the goalie interference challenge last night and Jim Montgomery’s reaction. (22:33) The crew continues to go back and forth on the refs performance in this series and Brad Marchand going …

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Fluto Shinzawa joins Toucher & Hardy | The Email Bit | The Stack - 5/13 (Hour 4) 40:29

2h ago40:29

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(00:00) Fluto Shinzawa covers the Boston Bruins for theAthletic.com and joins Toucher & Hardy to talk about the series. (15:30) Hey! It’s the Email Bit (27:53) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Inst…

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Happy Mother’s Day & Golf Course Bathroom Etiquette | Boston Sports Journal’s John Karalis - 5/13 (Hour 3) 42:40

24m ago42:40

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(00:00) How was your Mother’s Day? Also, what’s proper bathroom etiquette on the golf course (11:37) John Karalis covers the Boston Celtics for Boston Sports Journal and joins the show to talk about the playoffs, Porzingis and much more. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thespo…

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Listeners react to controversial call | What’s in Fred’s box?!- 5/13 (Hour 2) 43:40

23m ago43:40

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(00:00) The guys and listeners continue to react to last night’s Bruins loss to the Panthers, 3-2, in Game 4 of the 2nd round of the NHL Playoffs. (28:28) A giant box was delivered to the radio station addressed to Fred, but what’s in it? CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesp…

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What Happened Last Night | The Bruins' 3-2 loss to Panthers marred by controversial call - 5/13 (Hour 1) 42:21

43m ago42:21

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(00:00) Happy Monday! Fred, Hardy and Wallach open the show with their thoughts on last night’s Bruins loss to the Panthers, 3-2, in Game 4 of the 2nd round of the NHL Playoffs. (14:01) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Bruins lost Game 4, giving the Panthers a 3-1 series lead with a chance to advance. Despite a challenge for goalie interference, the P…

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Jrue Holiday joins Grande and Max After Game 3 1:44

22m ago1:44

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Jrue Holiday joins Grande and Max after the Celtics bounce back win in Game 3 against the Cleveland CavaliersBy Beasley Media Group

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Bruins Need To Set The Tone? // ZOVERDRIVE // Today’s Takeaway - 5/10 (Hour 4) 38:20

3d ago38:20

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(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by questioning whether the Bruins need to set the tone tonight with more physicality. (9:51) We analyze more of the Brady roast and new behind the scene information on the show. (19:56) The crew finishes the hour with more thoughts on video games and the Bruins’ toughness. (31:52) Today’s Takeaway.…

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Jaylen Brown, The Only Angry One? // Overreaction To Game 2 // New Patriots’ Logo - 5/10 (Hour 3) 39:02

39m ago39:02

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by discussing Game 2 between the Celtics and Cavs and Jaylen Brown seemingly being the only one mad. (9:53) Beetle breaks down why Chris Forsberg was overreacting to last night’s Celtics’ loss. (19:12) Zo touches on his love for Jon Secada. (27:37) We finish the hour reacting to the Patriots’ new logo.…

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Ty Anderson Joins The Show // David Pastrnak Throwing Down // Charlie McAvoy Haters - 5/10 (Hour 2) 40:37

2h ago40:37

40:37

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour with Ty Anderson of 98.5 The Sports Hub breaking down the Game 2 loss to the Panthers and the impact of David Pastrnak fighting Matthew Tkachuk. (6:57) We touch on what the Bruins should do with their goalie situation. (20:33) The crew goes back and forth on the struggles Charlie McAvoy has been going …

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Celtics Drop Game 2 // Jayson Tatum Saying The Wrong Things? // Joe Mazzulla’s Bill Belichick Impression - 5/10 (Hour 1) 43:25

1h ago43:25

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Celtics dropping Game 2 to the Cavs, 118-94. (10:55) We react to Jayson Tatum’s comments after the game and question whether he’s saying the right things. (23:48) The crew wonders why Joe Mazzulla has ripped off Bill Belichick’s post-game comments. (33:35) We finish up the hour with more th…

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Cedric Maxwell joins the show | The Email Bit | The Stack - 5/10 (Hour 4) 42:33

1h ago42:33

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(00:00) Cedric Maxwell is part of the Sports Hub Celtics radio network and joins TOucher & Hardy to share his thoughts on Game 2. (18:04) EMAIL OF THE DAY (32:07) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and I…

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Celtics blown out in Game 2 | “Fellas, It's A Blank” | Panthers @ Bruins Game 3 tonight - 5/10 (Hour 3) 39:30

34m ago39:30

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(00:00) We circle back to the Boston Celtics, who got their doors blown out in Game 2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers (14:21) We play a game called “Fellas, it’s a BLANK” (27:43) The Bruins and Panthers will face off tonight at the Garden. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thes…

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The MMQB’s Albert Breer joins Toucher & Hardy - 5/10 (Hour 2) 45:02

41m ago45:02

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(00:00) Albert Breer is the Senior NFL Reporter and Lead Content Strategist for The MMQB. He joins the show for his weekly hour-long segment. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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 …

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What Happened Last Night | Celtics blown out by Cavs in Game 2, 118-94 - 5/10 (Hour 1) 42:26

2h ago42:26

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(17:00) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Celtics lost Game 2 in both the first round against Miami and the semifinals against Cleveland, tying the series in the latter with a 118-94 defeat after a tough third quarter led by Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the sho…

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Red Sox Swept by Braves // Chris Sale vs Red Sox - 5/9 21:38

33m ago21:38

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(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour with some thoughts on the Red Sox being swept by the Braves and the rating on the Red Sox game on Wednesday night. (13:22) Mazz looks at the massive home runs by the Yankees last night.By Beasley Media Group

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Potential Patriots’ Schedule Leaked? // Guidelines On Tom Brady Roast // Today’s Takeaway - 5/9 (Hour 4) 39:28

4h ago39:28

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(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour by testing the validity of a 2024 Patriots schedule leak. (11:38) We analyze more of the Brady roast and new behind the scene information on the show. (22:34) Revolution head coach Caleb Porter discusses the differences in last week’s 1-0 win over Chicago FC and how it factors into their preparation for…

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Bruins Improvements Needed For Game 3 // What’s Going On With The Patriots GM Search? // Zo’s Allergy Battle - 5/9 (Hour 3) 41:55

4h ago41:55

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by rehashing their Bruins’ thoughts. (10:03) The crew questions the Patriots’ strategies with their GM job hunt and why it’s taking so long. (24:25) We hear from our callers about their love life and sports thoughts among other topics. (35:21) The squad previews our live show in Mohegan Sun in preparati…

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Concern For Jayson Tatum? // Comparing Tatum And Anthony Edwards // Chris Sale Dominates Red Sox - 5/9 (Hour 2) 40:38

1h ago40:38

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by questioning whether it’s time to be concerned about Jayson Tatum. (12:07) We compare the Celtics and Tatum to the Timberwolves and Anthony Edwards’ mentality. (21:41) The squad takes your lovely calls about the Celtics and the Garden crowd. (30:37) We wrap up hour No. 2 by discussing Chris Sale’s st…

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Bruins Drop Game 2 // Still Riding Jeremy Swayman? // Too Many Men On The Ice - 5/9 (Hour 1) 41:05

21m ago41:05

41:05

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Bruins dropping Game 2 to the Panthers, 6-1. (10:19) We continue to discuss Game 2 and whether Jeremy Swayman should start for Game 3. (24:16) The crew goes back and forth on the Bruins and Panthers getting into it at the end of the game. (32:04) We finish the hour by questioning why the Br…

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Kendra Middleton in-studio | The Email Bit | The Stack - 5/9 (Hour 4) 41:15

43m ago41:15

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(00:00) Kendra Middleton is in-studio with Toucher & Hardy to talk F1 racing, Fred’s parking skills and gambling. (24:53) THE STACK CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For 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…

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Ohio State commencement speech goes wrong | Colby Guy joins the show - 5/9 (Hour 3) 40:40

1h ago40:40

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(00:00) Ohio State commencement speaker was on ayahuasca when he wrote his cringe-worthy speech peddling bitcoin and forcing sing-alongs (18:27) Colby Guy covers the Florida Panthers and joins Toucher & Hardy to share his thoughts on last night’s Game 2 between the Panthers and Bruins. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the…

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ESPN’s Steve Levy joins Toucher & Hardy | Julien Edelman, Bledsoe analyze Brady roast - 5/9 (Hour 2) 44:33

1h ago44:33

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(00:00) ESPN’s Steve Levy, who predicted the Bruins to beat the Panthers in seven games, joins Toucher & Hardy to talk about the goalie platoon, Tkachuk-Pastrnak fight and much more. (18:00) Julien Edelman and Drew Bledsoe attended Tom Brady’s big roast and attempt to give some commentary on the whole event. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/…

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What Happened Last Night | B’s lose big in Game 2, 6-1 | Tkachuk, Pastrnak fight (Hour 1) 42:19

13m ago42:19

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(15:12) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Barkov scored twice and assisted twice, Reinhart had four assists, and the Panthers defeated the Boston Bruins 6-1 on Wednesday night, evening the second-round series at one game each. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow …

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Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy // Chris Sale’s Legacy in Boston // Red Sox vs Braves - 5/8 40:39

13m ago40:39

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(0:00) Mazz is joined by Jared Carrabis of Underdog Fantasy and the guys open the show discussing the legacy of Chris Sale in Boston. (15:24) More thoughts on Chris Sale. (23:36) The callers weigh in on how they will remember Sale. And final thoughts on the Red Sox from Mazz and Jared.By Beasley Media Group

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Can The Celtics Fast Forward? // Drake Maye, Week 1 Starter? // Today’s Takeaway - 5/8 (Hour 4) 40:19

37m ago40:19

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(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour with more thoughts on the Celtics taking Game 1 over the Cavs. () We go back and forth on Jeff Darlington saying Drake Maye will start Week 1 if he’s the best QB on the roster. () The guys finish the hour by figuring out how the new Take Chain should work. () Today’s Takeaway.…

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Jim Montgomery Pulling The Strings // House Money For The Bruins? // Emotional About Chris Sale? - 5/8 (Hour 3) 42:50

13m ago42:50

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour by discussing how Jim Montgomery has pulled the strings during this playoff run. (13:53) We question whether the Bruins are playing with house money at this point. (23:39) The crew previews Chris Sale going up against the Red Sox tonight. (35:03) We check in on email relating to pumpernickel and McKone’…

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Patriots GM Search Begins // Tom Brady Upset? // Bill Belichick’s Future - 5/8 (Hour 2) 38:54

27m ago38:54

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour by diving into the Patriots beginning their GM search. (11:59) We question if Tom Brady was actually upset about the Robert Kraft massage joke during his roast. (24:40) The guys go back and forth on whether Bill Belichick’s future should be in content creation. (32:20) Zo gives us his latest food for t…

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Celtics Dominate Cavs In Game 1 // Find Ways To Challenge Yourself // Latest On Patriots GM Search - 5/8 (Hour 1) 41:45

29m ago41:45

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Celtics beatdown over the Cavs 120-95 in Game 1. (12:01) We go back and forth on whether the Celtics will sweep the Cavs and how Joe Mazzulla can find ways to challenge his team. (22:37) The crew questions how the Cavs made it to this point and whether they’ve already quit following Game 1.…

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Billy Jaffe Joins The Show | The Email Bit | The Stack– 5/8 (Hour 4) 43:07

24h ago43:07

43:07

(00:00) Toucher and Hardy start off the final hour of the show by talking to Billy Jaffe, who is a Bruins analyst for NESN. (12:07) The Email Bit (30:04) THE STACK & Cross-Over with Zolak & Bertrand. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyrules Instagram: @toucherandhardyofficial | @fredtoucher | @hardy…

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Race Horse or Racist Wrestler?| Mike Gorman Joins The Show | Obnoxious Knicks Fans – 5/8 (Hour 3) 40:03

1h ago40:03

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(0:00) Toucher and Hardy start off the third hour of the show by playing a game called, Race Horse or Racist Wrestler? (16:32) Mike Gorman, the voice of the Celtics for NBC Sports Boston, joins the show. (33:05) Reacting to Knicks’ fans freaking out after the teams most recent win. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyR…

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Billy Jaffe: Expect The Florida Panthers to be More Physical Against The Bruins 11:57

2d ago11:57

11:57

Billy Jaffe: Expect The Florida Panthers to be More Physical Against The BruinsBy Beasley Media Group

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Revisiting the Nick Gemelli Interview | Jared Weiss Joins The Show | Ric Flair’s Freakout – 5/8 (Hour 2) 42:52

1d ago42:52

42:52

(0:00) Toucher and Hardy open up the second hour of the show by revisiting Hardy’s interview with Nick Gemelli. (14:27) Jared Weiss, Celtics reporter for The Athletic, joins the show. (26:48) Reacting to Ric Flair getting extremely angry at a restaurant manager. CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: X/Twitter: @ToucherandHardy | @HardyRadio | @KenGriffeyru…

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Show Trip to Celtics Game | Celtics Game 1 Recap| Two OT Winners – 5/8 (Hour 1) 44:23

23m ago44:23

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(0:00) Fred, Hardy, and Wallach start off the show by discussing the trip that Fred and Hardy took to the Celtics playoff game last night. (18:06) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Recapping the Celtics defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-95 in game 1 of their series. (30:09) Reacting to the two overtime games in the Stanley cup playoffs last night. CONN…

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Can the Celtics Get Away With Not Having Kristaps Porzingis Until The Finals? 12:28

1h ago12:28

12:28

Can the Celtics Get Away With Not Having Kristaps Porzingis Until The Finals?By Beasley Media Group

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Luke Kornet joins Grande and Max after the Celtics Game 1 Win Over the Cleveland Cavaliers 3:41

18m ago3:41

3:41

Luke Kornet joins Grande and Max to discuss the Celtics' focus after a 120-95 win in Game 1 vs the Cleveland CavaliersBy Beasley Media Group

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Alex Cora’s Coaching in 2024 // Red Sox vs Braves - 5/7 21:14

21m ago21:14

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(0:00) Mazz opens The Baseball Hour discussing the attitude and coaching of Alex Cora so far in 2024. (12:31) Some thoughts on Chris Sale and his time with the Red Sox.By Beasley Media Group

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Hyped Boston Draft Picks // The Jayson Tatum Series? // Today’s Takeaway - 5/7 (Hour 4) 39:22

31m ago39:22

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(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the fourth hour with more hyped draft picks over the years from Boston sports teams. (10:32) We go back and forth on the Patriots draft approach and the Patriots’ GM search. (21:13) The crew discusses Kendrick Perkins saying Jayson Tatum needs to be the player in the Celtics upcoming series against the Cavs. (34:42) To…

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