At the intersection of sports and culture is always an interesting conversation. Listen each week to hear host Will Hyland breakdown all the top stories in the world of sports and entertainment.
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After a loss on Wednesday to the Toronto Blue Jays, the Red Sox are officially eliminated from playoff contention. Will explains the pros and cons of the 2024 campaign.
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The NFL Season is “Off the Rails” Through 2 Weeks
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Through 2 weeks, Will explains how the NFL Season is off the rails with upsets and surprises.
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Sept 11, 2024 - Winners and Losers from Week 1/2 NFL & CFB + Chris Sale Cy Young Candidacy
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Will breaks down the biggest winners and losers of week one and two of the NFL and College Football respectively. Later, he resents the trading of Chris to the Atlanta Braves by the Boston Red Sox, before examining the implications of Jeremy Swayman still being unsigned by the Boston Bruins.
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Will looks ahead to what we should expect from Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo, and the rest of the Patriots this season.
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FULL NFL Preview 2024-25 w: Kyle Diezel & Cam Chiesa
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The guys give their full NFL preseason breakdown ahead of Opening Night.
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Will ranks his top 32 fantasy football players for the upcoming season, including a couple sleepers.
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Will continues his 2024 NFL coverage with a preview and outlook of the AFC specifically.
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Will begins his 2024 NFL coverage with a preview and outlook of the NFC specifically.
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Aug 5, 2024 - QB Rankings, Team USA Domination, and Red Sox road ahead
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Will ranks his top starting quarterbacks for NFL teams in 2024 before doing a quick recap of Team USA’s dominance in Paris and the Boston Red Sox road toward October baseball.
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Jul 29, 2024 - Tua & Jordan Love get PAID, Alex Cora extended by Red Sox, & the world looks to Paris
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Will breaks down the extensions of Jordan Love and Tua Tagovailoa and explains how they represent market value. Later, he examines the new deal that keeps Alex Cora in Boston. Lastly, he checks in on the Summer Olympics in Paris.
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Odd Man Rush: Bowman hired by Blackhawks, Free Agency Deep Dive, and Best NHL Uniforms
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Will and Diezel break down the latest offseason news, including free agency signings and the appointment of Stan Bowman of general manager in Chicago. Later, they discuss the best jerseys in the NHL and share some Olympic predictions ahead of next week.
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Will finishes his third annual Sporty Awards by focusing on the best individual athletes of the past year.
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The third annual Sporty Awards kick off with Will awarding titles to some of the best amateur/college/pro athletes and teams.
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Will analyzes the best rookies, pitchers, hitters, and teams at the midway point of the Major League Baseball Season.
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Odd Man Rush: Stanley Cup Reactions as the Offseason Begins!
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Will and Diezel break down the Stanley Cup Final and recent NHL trades before previewing the offseason.
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Oilers and Panthers Prepare for Game 7 & A Tribute to Willie Mays
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Will takes a look at the stakes heading into Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final and also the college baseball World Series. To close the show he pays tribute to the late great Willie Mays.
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Will gloats about the Celtics return to NBA immortality and looks back at what it took to get there.
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June 10, 2024 - Celtics Extend their lead in the NBA Finals, Dan Hurley stays at UConn, and more!
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A fully loaded show on a Monday, complete with NBA, college basketball, MLB, and NHL analysis.
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Will and Diezel preview the Stanley Cup Final matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers.
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June 3, 2024 - Panthers advance to Stanley Cup Final, Mavericks/Celtics Preview, Caitlin Clark Drama
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Will break down how the state of Florida is becoming the state of hockey after the Florida Panthers advance of the Stanley Cup final. Later, he previews the Mavericks and Celtics in the upcoming NBA finals before diving into three latest WNBA drama. Finally, he explains why the inclusion of Negro League statistics is good for Major League Baseball.…
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Memorial Day is about honoring America's fallen heroes, which makes it different from other veteran's holidays. Will tells the stories of three different Americans from three different centuries who paid the ultimate sacrifice to our country.
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Odd Man Rush: NHL Conference Finals Preview
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Will & Diezel break down what they expect in Round 3 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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May 20, 2024 - Paul Skenes MLB Debut, Xander wins first major, Bruins eliminated, Preakness
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A loaded Monday show to kick off the final sprint in sports’ busiest season.
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May 16, 2024 - Celtics move on, Caitlin Clark WNBA debut, NFL on Netflix, and Bruins force Game 6
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Will breaks down all of the recent events in the sports world, including the Boston Celtics victory over Cleveland to move on, Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut, the NFL on Netflix for Christmas Day, and the Boston Bruins chances in Game 6 vs Florida.
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Odd Man Rush: Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 Preview
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Will and Diezel look ahead to Round 2 of the Playoffs.
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April 29, 2024 - NFL Draft Recap, NBA’s Aging Superstars Chase Rings, & Bruins ride Swayman
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Will breaks down all the rounds of the NFL draft and how the New England Patriots built toward the future. Later, he ponders the future careers of several NBA legends. Finally, he examines why and how the Bruins have gotten to this lead in the series versus Toronto.
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New England Patriots Mock Draft 2.0 — Draft Day Edition
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Will gives his second and most realistic NFL mock draft for the New England Patriots.
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Bruins and Celtics Dominate First Games of Playoffs
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Will recaps dominant performances by the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics to open up their respective playoff series.
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Odd Man Rush: Stanley Cup Playoff Preview
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Will and Diezel break down all the first-round matchups in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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Scottie Scheffler’s Masterful Performance
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Will looks back at Scottie Scheffler’s recent victory at the 2024 Masters Tournament.
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April 10, 2024 - Masters Preview, Celtics Path to Glory, & The Lost Ace Pitcher
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Will previews the Masters this weekend, one of sport’s greatest events. Later he reenforces the Boston Celtics expectations. Lastly, he examines the death of the Ace Pitcher Era.
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April 7, 2024 - Flyover Sports Country Shines in Spring
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Will breaks down the latest from the NCAA Final Four before examining the Boston Bruins playoff push. Later, he highlights bright spots for the Red Sox and Celtics.
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Will gives his honest pre-season assessment of the Boston Red Sox.
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Usually not a fan of mock drafts, Will reluctantly explains three scenarios for the New England Patriots in the upcoming NFL Draft.
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Mar 18, 2024 - QB Carousel, Scottie Scheffler, March Madness, and More Musings
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Will reacts to the musical chairs of quarterback movement in the NFL offseason. He also takes a look at Scottie Scheffler’s PGA dominance before ranting about March Madness. Finally, he wonders why Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery remain unsigned.
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Odd Man Rush: NHL Trade Carousel, Playoff Picture, and Power Rankings
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Will and Diezel break down all the latest news and notes in the NHL after the Trade Deadline and leading into the Playoffs.
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March 11, 2024 - Mac Jones traded, Celtics/Sox Expectations, and Bruins trades
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William takes a glance at the Boston sports landscape and ponders what is making each pro team in town spring forward or fall back.
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Feb 29, 2024 - NHL Trade and Playoff Outlook & MLB Expansion Possibilities
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Will breaks down what the NHL could look like over the next few weeks, including what the Boston Bruins may do. Later, he explains his rationale for a particular model in MLB Expansion.
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Feb 26, 2024 - 'The Dynasty' Review & Travel Observations
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Will reviews the first four episodes of 'The Dynasty', an Apple TV+ documentary about the New England Patriots. Later, he reflects on some travel observations after returning from vacation.
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BONUS Re-Air: Chris LaValle on his baseball journey, coaching, and the modern game
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In December 2022, Will sat down with Chris LaValle, a former teacher and coach of his who still leaves a positive impact on young players today. They talked about LaValle's playing days in Virginia before discussing shared memories and philosophies on the sport today. If you liked this podcast, please subscribe on your favorite provider, including …
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Feb 12, 2024 - The Chiefs Repeat as Champs
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Will discusses the biggest takeaways from Super Bowl LVIII.
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Will previews and gives his Super Bowl LVIII predictions.
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Feb 5, 2024 - The Tired Podcasters Department
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Will ponders the impact of social media on the sports world, especially during a quiet week with no NFL games. Later, he discusses efforts being made to amplify signature events like the NHL All-Star Game, the Pro Bowl, and International Tournaments. Lastly he discusses the World Cup host sites and laments the decline of Truck Day.…
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Feb 1, 2024 - Super Bowl Matchup and Bruins Goalie Decisions
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Will breaks down the upcoming Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. Later he examines the Boston Bruins goaltending situation and the decisions that loom.
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Jan 26, 2024 - Conference Championship Previews & Baseball HOF Reaction
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Will previews what to expect this weekend in the AFC and NFC Championship Games. Later, he gives his reaction to the coaching carousel in the NFL and the Baseball Hall of Fame news. Finally, he warns of the perils of sports betting and its impact on players.
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Odd Man Rush: Corey Perry to Edmonton, Patrick Roy coaching the Isles, and PWHL thoughts
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Will & Diezel break down the biggest storylines in the NHL at the close of January, including Patrick Roy being hired to coach the New York Islanders, Corey Perry’s arrival with the red-hot Edmonton Oilers, Boston’s consistent play atop the East, Florida’s dangerous ceiling, and Vancouver’s trio of superstars. Lastly, they take a peek at the PWHL a…
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Jan 18, 2024 - NFL Wild Card Recap & Divisional Preview, Craig Breslow Comments and More!
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Will breaks down where he was incorrect and spot on during Wild Card Weekend. Later he previews and make picks for Divisional Weekend. Finally, after taking a look at the Jerod Mayo hiring, Will focuses his attention to the dysfunctional Red Sox.
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Belichick & Saban Reaction | NFL Playoff Preview
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Will, Diezel, and Cam react to the news of Pete Carroll, Nick Saban, and Bill Belichick. They later review their preseason NFL predictions before looking ahead to Wild Card Weekend. Finally, they make MVP predictions for the NBA, NFL, and NHL.
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Will welcomes listeners to his first episode of 2024 and his sixth season, making predictions for the year. He also reads listener predictions, breaks down the Chris Sale trade, looks back at the the CFP Semifinals, and hashes out the Bill Belichick saga.
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Will breaks down the biggest sports stories of 2023, with a look ahead to 2024.
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