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Next Up with 99.9 The Fan
In Next Up, host Paul Ihander moves the Triangle sports day forward, providing insight to fans and listeners on the sports world’s biggest stories and trending topics through a personality-based and sound driven presentation. Next Up is a production of 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Carolina Hurricanes dominate despite resting players; Transfer portal season in full swing
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 7-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks, a dominant win for Carolina despite resting a handful of normal…
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Graham Hill gives his account from The Masters; NFL Draft is two weeks away
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Graham Hill, former 99.9 The Fan producer, to give his first-hand account of the pageantry of Augusta National Golf Club as…
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Many Carolina Hurricanes get a night off tonight; Paul McNeil Jr. enters transfer portal
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Chicago Blackhawks, in which many Canes regulars will likely get a night off. Also…
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What's the portal plan for NC State basketball? The Masters tees off tomorrow
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss new NC State basketball coach Justin Gainey building out his staff, as…
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Carolina Hurricanes clinch Metro division title; UNC officially introduces Michael Malone
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes clinching the Metropolitan division title with a wild 6-5 overtime win over the Boston Bruins. Does this…
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Regular season home finale for Carolina Hurricanes tonight; Shaq starting a new TV sports league
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Boston Bruins at the Lenovo Center, which will be the Canes' final home game of the…
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UNC reportedly hiring Michael Malone as new basketball coach; Michigan wins national championship
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the news of UNC reportedly hiring Michael Malone to replace Hubert Davis as their men's basketball coach. Can the former NBA…
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UConn battles Michigan in national title game tonight; Charlotte Hornets win fourth straight
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the men's college basketball national championship game between UConn and Michigan. Can the Huskies win a third title in four…
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UNC coaching search continues without Lloyd and May; Carolina Hurricanes are one point from division title
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss UNC's search for a new basketball coach, which continues without an answer as Arizona's Tommy Lloyd and Michigan's Dusty May…
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It's Final Four weekend in Indianapolis; No Tiger or Phil at The Masters
Paul Ihander & Max Goren give their predictions for the Final Four in Indianapolis- who will make it through to the national championship on Monday? Also, they…
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Carolina Hurricanes clinch eighth straight playoff berth; Charlotte Hornets stay hot
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, clinching their 8th straight playoff appearance. They also…
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Carolina Hurricanes can clinch a playoff berth tonight; Charlotte Hornets fighting for play-in position
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview tonight's Carolina Hurricanes game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at the Lenovo Center- can the Canes collect the win and…
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Justin Gainey wants to build NC State with in-state talent; John Andrzejek leaves Campbell after one season
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Justin Gainey's introductory press conference as the new NC State basketball coach. What will be the expectations for his…
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NC State to formally introduce Justin Gainey as hoops coach today; Tiger Woods steps away
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State hiring Justin Gainey as its new head men's basketball coach…
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Ehlers matches career high in Carolina Hurricanes win; NFL says goodbye to MNF doubleheaders
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-2 win in Columbus against the Blue Jackets. With the powerplay humming and Nikolaj Ehlers matching…
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Carolina Hurricanes can surpass last season's point total tonight; Is ABS working in MLB?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets- can the Canes hit the 100-point mark with a victory tonight?…
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What to expect from Justin Gainey at NC State; UNC willing to wait in hiring new basketball coach
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss what Justin Gainey will bring to NC State basketball as the new head coach. How quickly will we see defensive improvement from…
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NC State reportedly hiring Justin Gainey as new basketball coach; Charlotte Hornets drop two crucial games
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the breaking news of NC State reportedly hiring Tennessee associate head coach Justin Gainey to be their new head basketball…
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Duke basketball collapses out of the NCAA Tournament; Montreal has the Carolina Hurricanes' number
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Duke basketball's collapse in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament against UConn. How did the Blue Devils manage to blow a…
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Back-to-back weekend ahead for Carolina Hurricanes; Charlotte Hornets snap Knicks' win streak
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview a weekend back-to-back for the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center, where the Canes will host the New Jersey Devils and…
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What's next for NC State after Will Wade departure? Duke faces St. John's in Sweet 16
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss what the next steps are for NC State basketball after Will Wade's abrupt departure for LSU. They also preview Duke's matchup…
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More reports confirm Will Wade's NC State exit after one season
Paul Ihander & Max Goren continue to react to multiple sources confirming NC State coach Will Wade is leaving to return to his former position as head…
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Will Wade is leaving NC State for LSU; UNC coaching candidates deny interest
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the reports confirming Will Wade's exit from NC State basketball after just one season. They also touch on some top UNC…
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Carolina Hurricanes seek 4th straight win in Montreal; The unfairness of facing UConn women's basketball
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' road matchup with the Montreal Canadiens, discussing what the Canes can do down the stretch of the…
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Hubert Davis watch continues in Chapel Hill; Is this the end of Cinderella?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the continuing drama surrounding Hubert Davis in Chapel Hill- will he still be the coach at UNC by the end of the day? Also…
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Carolina Hurricanes will visit Finland next season; Duke advances to Sweet 16
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the breaking news of the Carolina Hurricanes participating in the 2026 edition of the NHL Global Series, which will send the…
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Will UNC basketball move on from Hubert Davis?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the conversation around UNC basketball and coach Hubert Davis. Many media sources say Davis' days coaching the Tar Heels are…
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Another road trip begins for the Carolina Hurricanes tonight; March Madness day 2 preview
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes starting a three-game road trip in Toronto against the Maple Leafs. Can the Canes go get a win against…
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VCU upsets UNC in first round of NCAA Tournament, while Duke survives against Siena
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the first round games of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament for UNC and Duke. The Tar Heels led the Rams of VCU by as many as…
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Duke and UNC tip off their NCAA Tournaments today; LeBron not interested in ownership
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview Duke and UNC basketball's first round games in the NCAA Tournament- how far can each team go in the big dance? Also, they…
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Seven combined 3rd period goals lead to Carolina Hurricanes win; Carolina Panthers signing known names
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' wild 6-5 overtime win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. How did the Canes manage to come out on top after a…
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Carolina Hurricanes need to shake off ugly loss in Columbus; Charlotte Hornets stay alive in Southeast
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they discuss the need to bounce back quickly tonight at home…
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NC State's basketball season ends in the First Four against Texas
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap NC State basketball's 68-66 loss to Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Why did the Wolfpack's comeback effort fall…
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Carolina Hurricanes headed to Columbus tonight; Is Cameron Boozer somehow underrated?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchups with the Blue Jackets and Penguins, and what the Canes can accomplish in their…
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NC State basketball needs experience to shine tonight; Taking a first look around the bracket
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview NC State basketball's rematch with Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Can the Wolfpack's experience help them get…
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Carolina Hurricanes win in Brind'Amour's 600th game as coach; NBA expansion is coming
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night, in which Rod Brind'Amour coached his 600th game…
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NC State heads to the First Four in Dayton; Duke is #1 overall and UNC faces VCU in Greenville
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the bracket reveal for the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Did NC State get what it deserved as an 11 seed playing in…
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Will Wade shuts down LSU rumors after NC State loss; Kyler Murray signs with Minnesota
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball's standing in the projected NCAA Tournament field after their loss to Virginia, as well as Will Wade…
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Duke survives while UNC is eliminated from ACC Tournament; Carolina Hurricanes suffer bad puck luck
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap quarterfinal action from the ACC men's basketball tournament in Charlotte, where UNC's comeback fell short against Clemson, and…
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Carolina Hurricanes need to return to defensive identity tonight; The Players tees off
Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes taking on the St. Louis Blues at the Lenovo Center. Can Brandon Bussi and the Canes shut down St. Louis and return…
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NC State keeps tournament hopes alive with win against Pitt; Carolina Panthers sign John Metchie
Max Goren recaps NC State basketball's 98-88 win over Pittsburgh in the second round of the ACC Tournament. Has the Wolfpack done enough to secure an NCAA…
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NC State basketball needs a win in Charlotte; Maxx Crosby to Baltimore trade is off
Max Goren welcomes in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State basketball on a Wolfpack Wednesday. How much does the Pack need at least one…
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Carolina Hurricanes and Charlotte Hornets both grind out resilient wins
Max Goren recaps the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-4 shootout win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite a late blown lead, the Canes did get the win and avoid…
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Carolina Hurricanes return for first home game of March; ACC Tournament picks and preview
Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins, which is the first of three against Pittsburgh over the next 12 days. Also…
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Carolina Panthers make big moves on day one of NFL free agency negotiations
Max Goren recaps the free agent frenzy in the NFL, with key players from all over the league moving to new teams on day one of legal tampering. Also, he brings…
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Did the Carolina Hurricanes need to make a move at the trade deadline? NFL free agency begins today
Max Goren welcomes in 99.9 The Fan's Adam Gold to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes not making a big move at the NHL trade deadline, and what that could mean for…
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Duke, UNC and NC State basketball wrap up regular season; Queens and High Point are dancing
Max Goren recaps a loaded weekend of college basketball, which included Duke getting revenge on UNC, and NC State dropping their fourth consecutive game to…
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Duke-UNC basketball part two in Durham on Saturday
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to preview the rematch between Duke and UNC basketball. Will we see the return of Caleb…
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Will the Carolina Hurricanes make a trade today? NC State basketball needs a win over Stanford
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the NHL trade deadline, and whether or not Carolina Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky will make a move before 3pm today. Also, they…
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Who could make an upset run in the ACC Tournament? NFL teams seeking veteran QBs
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss which teams could make a run in the ACC Tournament, now that there is some more clarity on who will finish where in the…
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Nikolaj Ehlers earns his second hat trick as a Carolina Hurricane; Charlotte Hornets rout Boston
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-4 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Will the Canes bolster their roster at the trade deadline? Also…
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Can NC State basketball get right before the ACC tournament? Charlotte Hornets get to .500
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss how NC State basketball can finish strong against Stanford on Saturday…
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UNC basketball wins on senior night to finish 18-0 at home; Carolina Hurricanes head to Vancouver
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap UNC basketball's 67-63 win over Clemson to finish the season undefeated at the Smith Center. They also discuss the Carolina…
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Seattle snaps Carolina Hurricanes' 12-game point streak; NFL franchise tag deadline is today
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-1 loss in Seattle to kick off a four-game road trip. Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord shut the door on…
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Duke basketball dominates NC State; Atlanta Hawks announce Magic City Monday
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Duke basketball's dominant 93-64 win over NC State. What can the Wolfpack do to prevent the wheels falling off at the end of…
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Carolina Hurricanes take 12-game point streak out West; NFL teams making cuts as free agency looms
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' latest win over the Detroit Red Wings, and they look ahead to the four-game road trip starting tonight…
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Duke and UNC basketball shine while NC State falters; ACC women's tournament begins Wednesday
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the weekend that was in Triangle college basketball- Duke locked up the ACC regular season title with a win over Virginia, NC…
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Duke basketball faces UVA for ACC regular season title; Carolina Panthers score well in NFLPA report card
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in David Shumate, voice of the Duke Blue Devils, to break down Saturday's big matchup between Duke and Virginia at Cameron…
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Carolina Hurricanes return from break with exciting win; Kon Knueppel breaks rookie threes record
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' thrilling 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning in their return from the Olympic break. Also, they…
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Carolina Panthers have faith in Brad Idzik; MLB is going full robot this season
Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers handing play-calling duties over to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, and why the current leadership has…