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Nothing Personal with David Samson
NPDS - Nothing Personal with David Samson is a daily sports podcast hosted by David Samson. David is dedicated to decoding the endless musings of players, owners and others in a concise, articulate and entertaining manner. Samson was in charge of a Major League Baseball team for 18 years, with winning a World Series ring, building a new ballpark, hosting an All-Star game, and buying and selling a franchise, among his many experiences and accomplishments. His breadth of knowledge covers all…
Episodes
- Nothing Personal with David Samson
How the Diamondbacks and Rangers prepare for the World Series!; Craig Counsell to the Mets?; The Chicago Bulls hold players-only meeting after Game 1!?!? (Episode 919)
Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘36 hours’ as in the World Series as in first pitch as in final preparations as in what…
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Arizona Diamondbacks upset the Phillies! The World Series is set!; 20 Year anniversary of the Marlins World Series win!; Bob Melvin leaves Padres for rival Giants! (Episode 917)
If you wanna wanna wanna wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘cold blooded’ as in snakes as in big moment as in no emotion…
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The Texas Rangers are headed to the World Series! Adolís Garcia is a BAD MAN!; Underdog Diamondbacks force Game 7! The NBA returns -- here's what I'm watching! (Episode 917)
Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘pennant’ as in World Series berth on the line as in the Texas Rangers as in the Houston…
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Adolis Garcia silences Astros fans with grand slam! It's time for Astros-Rangers Game 7! Can the Phillies close out D-Backs?; Michigan State football is at it again! (Episode 916)
If you would like to talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘Game 7’ as in not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, not 5, no 6, but Game 7!…
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Astros blast off on Rangers in Game 4! Series is now tied! Diamondbacks walk-off in Game 3 win over Phillies! Michigan sign-stealing scandal! (Episode 915)
If you wannnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsondpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘meatloaf’ as in MA! THE MEATLOAF! as in the singer as in 2 out of 3 ain’t…
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Astros chase Max Scherzer out early, win Game 3 vs Rangers! Can the Diamondbacks quiet the Phillies bats?; Where in the world is James Harden? (Episode 914)
Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘mad max’ as in fury road as in Max Scherzer as in the Texas Rangers as in the Houston…
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Phillies continue to homer apart the Diamondbacks! Can Arizona make it a series!?; Can the Astros get to Max Scherzer!? (Episode 913)
If you wannnnnnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘rattled’ as in rattlesnake as in shook as in nervous as in Diamondbacks…
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Why did the Marlins and Kim Ng part ways? Rangers take 2-0 series lead over Astros! Phillies homer and homer and homer in Game 1 win! (Episode 912)
You can reach us here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘one step’ as in closer as in 2-0 series as in the Texas Rangers beat the Houston…
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Rangers take Game 1 of ALCS in Battle for Texas against Astros! Do the Diamondbacks have a chance against Phillies!? (Episode 911)
Buy our merch! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘buckle’ as in belt buckle as in Texas as in Houston as in the battle for Texas in the ALCS…
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Atta boy! The Phillies have eliminated the Braves again!; Battle for Texas preview: Astros vs Rangers! (Episode 910)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘atta boy’ as in Bryce Harper as in Nick Castellanos as in Trea Turner as in the…
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Dodgers get swept by Diamondbacks! Does LA need to make changes!?; Bryce Harper got angry and made Braves pay!; Yankees president calls out Marlins and Rays (Episode 909)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘ugh’ as in woof as in really as in cmon as in here we go again as in sweeps!…
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Rangers headed to ALCS! Astros looking to make it all-Texas ALCS!; A quick shoutout to Barry Melrose!; Is LeBron the next Jordan? (Episode 908)
If you wanna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘three’ as in three games as in the LDS as in three wins are needed. The Houston…
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MLB Divisional Series: Braves late-game magic ties series with Phillies!; NFL turf monster has gone global!; My thoughts on what's taking place in Israel (Episode 907)
If you want to talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘home’ — we’re going to talk sports to start the show. Playoff baseball. And…
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MLB Divisional Series: Here's what has interested me!; Can someone explain what happened with the Miami Hurricanes?; Blue Jays GM puts blame on manager (Episode 906)
BUY MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘underway’ as in happening as in started as in not ended as in the MLB postseason is here and the…
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Why didn't Mets tell the truth about Billy Eppler's resignation? MLB Divisional Round previews! Fitzgerald suing Northwestern for $130 MILLION! (Episode 905)
BUY MERCH: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘flushed’ as in flushing as in swept away as in resigning as in Billy Eppler is out of Flushing…
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MLB Wild Card: You get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP! and you get a SWEEP!; World Cup updates and trying to find Messi (Episode 904)
Check out the new Wait to See tee: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘swept’ as in sweep as in postseason baseball as in four series as in four…
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MLB Wild Card: Rays have RECORD LOW attendance for Game 1 loss!; When is okay to do a champagne shower?; Mariners Pres. has one of the WORST quotes EVER (Episode 903)
Please buy our new shirt! (or some stickers!): davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘elimination’ as in gone as in destroyed as in see you later…
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MLB Wild Card preview and picks! Will any team sign Trevor Bauer next season?; Padres making no front office changes, Angels fire manager (Episode 902)
NEW MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘wild card’ as in MLB as in postseason as in baseball as in let’s go! Let’s preview it all!…
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MLB Regular season is over! Let the postseason begin!he Marlins are back in! Mets and Giants fire managers! The Bears are still BAD! (Episode 901)
NEW MERCH DROPPING TOMORROW: davidsamsonpodcast.com We’re going to start things off with a word on Tim Wakefield who died at age 57. Special shoutout to Miguel…
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Final weekend of MLB regular season is here and there's A LOT to play for!; Curt Schilling can't help himself! Did the Trail Blazers really ask Dame to tank!? (Episode 900)
Get yourself a Horse Hockey! tee here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘final weekend’ as in Friday as in Saturday as in Sunday as in the…
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Sorry, Heat fans! Damian Lillard traded to the Milwaukee Bucks out of nowhere!; MLB Postseason races are WILD! Cubs? Marlins? Astros? Mariners? (Episode 899)
MERCH AND MORE: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘buck’ as in a doe as in a deer as in antlers as in Giannis as in Milwaukee as in Damian…
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Mets-Marlins rain delay disaster! How could this happen!?; Josh Harris wants all. the sports teams!; Colin Kaepernick letter to Jets leaked by J. Cole? What? (Episode 898)
You can talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘tarp’ as in rain as in rain delay as in groundscrew as in the Mets and Marlins…
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Why the Bengals front office felt they needed to play Joe Burrow; Broadway Joe says Zach Wilson has to go!; I was RIGHT about the San Diego Padres (Episode 897)
Ya wannnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘aspiration’ as in hope as in expectations as in belief as in the Cincinnati…
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Recapping the 4x4x48 Challenge; The Chicago Bears and the Denver Broncos are down BAD! Can it really get worse!? (Episode 896)
Donate, if you wanna talk to Samson, or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘mentality’ as in the mind as in the brain as in the drive…
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Welcome to FIFA's Golden Bachelor: Jerry Jones, Stan Kroenke, John Mara try and win Gianni Infantino's heart; Tommy Pham calls out the Mets! (Episode 895)
DONATE HERE: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the day is ‘rose’ as in the Golden Bachelor as in Gianni Infantino as in Jerry…
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What in the world is going on with the Chicago Bears!?; Investigation into fan death at Patriots/Dolphins game; James Dolan hates being an owner (Episode 894)
Donate to the Michael J. Fox Foundation here and let's help find a cure for Parkinson's: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the…
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Did Rams head coach Sean McVay know the spread!?; Is the Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal?; Michigan State v. Mel Tucker: The $79M battle (Episode 893)
Wanna Talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘oblivious’ as in ignorant as in didn’t know it as in didn’t see it as in Sean McVay…
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Tampa Bay Rays are staying in St. Pete! Goodbye relocation, hello expansion!?; NFL files grievance against NFLPA over running backs! Mahomes gets his BAG! (Episode 892)
Link to donate to Parkinson's Research/4x4x48 Challenge: https://give.michaeljfox.org/fundraiser/4638040 Today’s word of the day is ‘never a doubt’ as in the…
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Shohei Ohtani season is over! Is his career with Angels done too!?; Dodgers win NL West for 10th time in 11 years: does lack of rings impact dynasty talk? (Episode 891)
Today’s word of the day is ‘procedure’ as in plan as in an outline as in an operation as in Shohei Ohtani is going to get one. Will be it be Tommy John? Will…
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Boston Red Sox, Mookie Betts, and the downfall of Chaim Bloom; Is foreign money coming to takeover the NFL?; Where is Alek Manoah? (Episode 890)
Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘CBO’ as in Chief as in Baseball as in Officer as in the Red Sox have…
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NFL players want grass, Roger Goodell says some want turf... which ones?; Max Scherzer likely done for the season; Thunder get VERY generous new arena deal (Episode 889)
Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘artificial’ as in turf as in grass as in bermuda as in the NFLPA wants…
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Are the Jets Zach Wilson's team now? Or just for now?; New NFL lawsuit alleges Cowboys, Bills owners said racist remarks about players! Mets set to hire David Stearns (Episode 888)
Wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘tactfully’ as in tactics as in game planning as in carefully choosing…
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Thrill & Agony: Jets win on walk-off punt return in OT, lose Aaron Rodgers to feared Achilles tear 4 plays into debut; Another day, another athlete arrested for domestic violence (Episode 887)
You wanna talk to Samson or buy merch: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘misery’ as in pain as in agony as in heartbreak as in Aaron Rodgers…
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22 years since 9/11/01... Mel Tucker is the latest in the "College Sports Has a Problem" cycle; Nationals owner releases statement on Strasburg (Episode 886)
It’s been 22 years since 9/11/2001. Let’s take some time to remember and reflect. Michigan State has suspended head football coach Mel Tucker amid a Title IX…
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Chiefs don't look like Super Bowl contenders! Joe Burrow is now the HIGHEST PAID player EVER! What in the world is happening with the Nationals!? (Episode 885)
HORSE HOCKEY! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘we’re off!’ no not us taking a break as in the NFL season is here as in the Chiefs vs the…
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Could USC star Caleb Williams REALLY skip the 2024 NFL Draft!?; Chiefs have a Chris Jones sized problem!; Update on the Marlins and Dodgers ace Julio Urías (Episode 884)
Get your Horse Hockey! shirt here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘apple’ as as in two bites as in two chances as in Caleb Williams could…
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Giancarlo Stanton joins the 400 HR Club; Scherzer v. Verlander for first time ever!; Where was Ohtani on picture day!? (Episode 883)
NEW MERCH ALERT! Horse Hockey! tee is now live! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘400’ as in Mark McGwire as in Babe Ruth as in Alex Rodriguez…
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Dodgers ace Julio Urías arrested for felony domestic violence... again; Shohei Ohtani's agent gives update on injury; Is this the end for Anthony Rendon? (Episode 882)
NEW MERCH DROPPING TOMORROW AT 8AM ET ON DAVIDSAMSONPODCAST.COM Today’s word of the day is ‘you’re out’ as in no more strikes as in no more chances as in Julio…
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Braves flex on Dodgers this weekend!; Deion Sanders brings Colorado into the Prime time; Oakland mayor has had enough of John Fisher (Episode 881)
Today’s word of the day is ‘domination’ as in the Atlanta Braves as in the Los Angeles Dodgers as in Ronald Acuña and the Braves took 3 of 4 from Mookie Betts…
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White Sox fans are NOT HAPPY with owner Jerry Reinsdorf's decision on new GM; The Guardians have claimed everyone! Why!?; ESPN pulls the plug on Charter at kickoff! (Episode 880)
Today’s word of the day is ‘energized’ as in excited as in pumped up as in game changing as in the White Sox have named a new GM. Who is it? Someone promoted…
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Mets fire back at claims of Pete Alonso being toxic, but will he be traded?; Update on Wander Franco; Barstool Sports enters layoffs (Episode 879)
For everyone asking about the Wait to Sees, Movie Reviews, and David's Top 100: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jl_qRYCA04IqNp-pmcfGQoaF6rA_7f4RigR1ZPY7…
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Angels waive Giolito, Yankees waive Donaldson, Bader; MLB cannot allow what happened in Colorado and Chicago to happen again (Episode 878)
Today’s word of the day is ‘surrender’ as in give up as in waving the white flag as in the Los Angeles Angels have given up. Waiving players they traded for to…
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Ronald Acuña tackled by fans on field in Colorado! NL MVP race could be most exciting finish ever!; Scherzer booed in return to Citi Field! (Episode 877)
Today’s word of the day is ‘danger’ as in scary as in fan behavior as in Ronald Acuña was tackled by fans in Colorado last night. What the hell is going on?…
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How were 2 fans struck by bullets during White Sox game!? Updates on Milwaukee Brewers and Oakland Athletics stadium situations (Episode 876)
Talk to Samson here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘security’ as in metal detectors as in police as in cameras as in a shooting took place…
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Shohei Ohtani should reconsider playing again this year! Stephen Strasburg retires, but still paid! The BIG drama inside the White Sox front office (Episode 875)
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Shohei Ohtani suffers 2nd career UCL tear! How much will it cost him in free agency!?; Oakland Athletics owner finally speaks... SOFTBALL ALERT! (Episode 874)
Visit davidsamsonpodcast.com for merch or if you wannna talk to Samson Today’s word of the day is ‘crestfallen’ as in despondent as in sad as depressing as in…
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Chicago White Sox clean house! Fire longtime GM and EVP of baseball!; Wander Franco being erased from Rays stadium; Harden gets fined (Episode 873)
Today’s word of the day is ‘Southside blues’ as in Chicago as in White Sox as in Jerry Reinsdorf as in overhaul as in you’re all fired. Reinsdorf fired his two…
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Orioles owner says team will have to DRAMATICALLY raise stadium prices to keep young stars!?; Athletics stadium update; Commanders owner talks Harden (Episode 872)
Leave a question or buy some merch! davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘dramatically’ as in over the top as in the Baltimore Orioles as in John…
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Astros call team meeting after being swept by Mariners! Gunnar Henderson doesn't "settle" for cycle; Pete Alonso's big blunder! (Episode 871)
If you wannnnnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘veteran’ as in team meeting as in getting swept as in keeping composure…
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Messi thinks MLS can be as good as Europe - will it ever get to that level?; Who are the MLB investigators?; How can you calculate Ohtani's worth? (Episode 870)
ASK SAMSON: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘Not Messi’ng Around’ as in Messi as in MLS as in is he good or bad for the league? He’s run…
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Aaron Judge airs frustrations as Yankees continue free fall; Marcus Stroman's Cubs dilemma; Another twist in the Michael Oher story (Episode 869)
Today’s word of the day is ‘O’Captain, My Captain!” as in Derek Jeter as in Don Mattingly as in Babe Ruth as in Lou Gehrig as in Aaron Judge. The New York…
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Tampa Bay Rays facing major problems on and off the field!; Update to the update to the update on the Oakland Athletics (Episode 868)
Talk to Samson HERE: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘bad timing’ as in not great as in coincidence as in bad luck as in snowball as in the…
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Blindsided by the 'real' Blindside story; Update on the Wander Franco situation; Justin Verlander responds to anonymous Mets (Episode 867)
If you wannnnnna talk to Samson: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘blindsided’ as in didn’t see it coming as in tricked as in hoodwinked as in…
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MLB, Tampa Bay Rays investigating serious allegations against Wander Franco; James Harden sounds off on Daryl Morey in China (Episode 866)
You can ask David questions for the show here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘allegations’ as in investigation as in MLB and the Rays have…
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Juan Soto is tired of the Padres just "giving up" when things go wrong!; We have an Athletics/Oakland update... kind of! Marlins/Yankees 20 years later (Episode 865)
Today’s word of the day is ‘give up’ as in surrender as in no mas as in Juan Soto and the San Diego Padres have a problem. The young superstar is tired of the…
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Philly Phenom! Another no-hitter thrown in MLB!; Did the White Sox purposefully leave Middleton off video board!? Northwestern's problems aren't getting fixed! (Episode 864)
Today’s word of the day is ‘dividends’ as in trade as in grade the trade as in Michael Lorenzen has thrown a no-hitter in his 2nd start with the Phillies. Was…
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Houston Astros big day! Valdez throws no-hitter! Team trades for Verlander! MLB Trade Deadline Aftermath! What happened to the NFL Running Back? (Episode 858)
MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.com Today’s word of the day is ‘we’re back’ as in back as in here as in returned as in vacation as in look at us! (6:20) Astros…
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ESPN Bet coming soon: Why ESPN made the deal with PENN Entertainment, Why PENN decided to let go of Barstool (Episode 863)
Today’s word of the day is ‘divest’ as in Barstool as in ESPN as in PENN Entertainment as in gambling as in sportsbooks as in blockbuster deals. ESPN Bet is…
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Baltimore Orioles quietly suspend broadcaster for delivering game notes!? WHAT!?; White Sox comment on culture problems (Episode 862)
Today’s word of the day is ‘egregious’ as in bad as in bad PR as in bad ownership as in the Baltimore Orioles just love the bad. What happened? The Orioles…
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MLB meets MMA: Ramirez drops Anderson in White-Sox/Guardians brawl; Are the Angels still cursed?; USWNT receive hate that's nothing to do with soccer (Episode 861)
Today’s word of the day is ‘brawl’ as in fight as in punch as in Tim Anderson as in Jose Ramirez as in knockout. What happened? Should it have happened? What…