For Future Considerations

All good things must come to an end. It’s the last debate for Matt, John and Manny and they end the podcast run with their takes on the Bears trading the first overall pick in the NFL Draft and the Aaron Rodgers saga. The boys also discuss the World Baseball Classic, the impact of baseball’s news rules and the Stanley Cup playoffs. There’s also the betting corner, including their March Madness brackets. Plus, Pump It or Dump It and find out if the boys have anything to confess.

Matt, John and Manny begin this week’s debate by discussing the franchise tags and new QB contracts in the NFL. The boys offer their winners and losers from the NHL Trade Deadline and look at the tight playoff race in the Eastern Conference. They also pick their favorites for the World Baseball Classic and discuss Jose Bautista’s resume for the Level of Excellence. Plus, what was the last good comedy movie you have seen? Listen and join the debate.

Plenty of deals to debate before the NHL trade deadline. Are the Rangers the team to beat? Are the Maple Leafs and Oilers that much better? Are the Devils a contender? Who else should be making a move? Matt, John and Manny also debate the new baseball rules in action. Plus listener questions on the XFL, Tom Brady and what to watch. Listen and join the debate.

The trades have started in the NHL. The boys weigh-in on the Maple Leafs moves and look at other teams who need to make a splash before the deadline. As Spring Training begins, the debate begins over the new baseball rules. Matt, John and Manny also dip into the listener mailbag to answer questions about baseball broadcasts, the NFL, the XFL and the NBA All-Star Game. Listen and join the debate.

It’s Valentine’s Week and Matt, John and Manny share their love for a thrilling Super Bowl and Rihanna’s halftime show. The boys also debate LeBron’s GOAT status, the winners from the NBA trade deadline and Tarasenko’s move to the Rangers. Plus, favourite sports movies and a new release for Pump It or Dump It. Listen and join the debate.

The big game is here. Matt, John and Manny are joined by a special guest – the winner of their Fantasy Football League -- to talk about the Super Bowl. Not only do they place bets on who will win between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, they also lay some odds on other favourite prop bets. Plus, they offer their takes on Kyrie Irving’s trade as well as the NHL and NFL all star games. Listen and join the debate.

Theo "Teddy" Peckham joins the boys for a wide-ranging discussion of his underdog story -- from being drafted in the 14th round of the OHL Draft to a professional career spanning over 350 games. The former Owen Sound Attack and Edmonton Oilers tough guy shares some laughs from his playing days and explains why he ended his career early. He also talks about his return to the Owen Sound area and why it was a natural fit after retirement. 

The Philadelphia Eagles are going to the Super Bowl and Matt and John have to put up with Manny’s antics that you don’t want to miss. The boys also share their thoughts on the NFL coaching carousel and the Bo Horvat trade. What does John think about his Canucks? Plus betting lines for Connor McDavid and a new song for Pump It or Dump It.

The boys are back and they won’t mispronounce Bruce Boudreau’s name but they will talk about how the Vancouver Canucks handled his dismissal. Matt, John and Manny will also offer a rule change they would like to see in the NHL. Also on the show -- their picks for the Super Bowl, the coaching vacancy that is most attractive and their Baseball Hall of Fame ballots. Plus Pump It or Dump It. Listen and join the debate. 

Matt, John and Manny dip into the listener mailbag for some excellent questions this week. They debate upsets in the NFL playoffs, Brady’s football future and the Ivan Provorov story. Are the boys buying the Kraken? What about getting rid of the shootout in the NHL? Is Correa’s contract good for the Twins? Which store would the boys want to be stranded inside? Plus, a new release for Pump It or Dump It. Listen and join the debate.

The NFL regular season has come to an end and the playoffs are ready to begin. Which team could be upset prone? What about the Bills’ chances? Is Aaron Rodgers headed to retirement? Which team was the biggest disappointment. Matt, John and Manny debate those topics as well as goalie interference at the World Juniors and the NHL All Star rosters. Plus basketball game contest and Pump It or Dump It. Listen and join the debate.

After sharing holiday experiences, the boys ring in the new year by sharing their top sports stories of 2022. There’s also plenty of football talk -- should Week 18 in the NFL be postponed? What about the College Football Playoff? Manny, John and Matt also share their thoughts on the World Juniors and the Winter Classic. Pump It or Dump It also returns. Listen and join the debate.

Matt, Manny and John are back together and there’s plenty to debate. The boys discuss the World Cup Final, the injury to Jalen Hurts and his MVP case, another massive MLB contract, Christmas movies and more! Listen and join the debate. 

Manny is back after surviving his Disney vacation while Matt shares his birthday celebrations – and of course, they debate sports – from the World Cup and the massive baseball signings to the NFL playoff picture. Can you also name Billboard’s top song of 2022? Listen and join the debate.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Matt and John’s Birthday week!

Also, it’s playoff time for the team from the Big House, an NHL goalie is in the doghouse and three starting pitchers are in the penthouse.

Matt, John and Manny are back to discuss the latest action at the World Cup and offer their critique on another tournament song. They also debate two-point conversions in the NFL and dip into the listener mailbag to discuss favourite athletes, players worth paying to watch and the greatest rivalries in sport. Listen and join the debate.  

This debate starts with a wild story that you have to listen to believe. The boys also share their thoughts on the Grey Cup and the start of the World Cup. What do they think about Ronaldo’s explosive departure from Manchester United? Plus some great debate about the Toronto Blue Jays, Cale Makar and the New Jersey Devils.

The World Cup is about to begin and Matt, John and Manny offer their opinions on their favourites and dark horses for the tournament. They are also split on how Canada will fare and even offer their take on one of the songs of the World Cup. The boys also debate North American football and offer their picks for the Grey Cup and their NFL power rankings. Who is on their ballots for the Hockey and Baseball Hall of Fame? Listen and join the debate.

Matt is good because he has his health, Rashotte is good after Covid, Manny is good as his Eagles continue their perfect season and Austin Matthews is good after leaving a line brawl without a scratch. Listen and join the debate over the Astros World Series title, reliever salaries in baseball, whether the Eagles should lose a game and whether Matthews should have dropped the gloves. 

A record 10 trades were completed on trade deadline day in the NFL and the boys look at the biggest deals. Matt, John and Manny also weigh-in on Steve Nash and the Brooklyn Nets, the hot seat in Maple Leafs land and the World Series. Plus, a number of listener questions in Rapid Fire. Listen and join the debate.

Matt is back from his trip to Montreal with plenty of stories and joins Manny and John in making their predictions for the World Series and the Grey Cup. They also dive into the listener mailbag to answer questions about Aaron Judge’s next team, the chaos with the Vancouver Canucks, trades in the NFL and the best Halloween candy. Listen and join the debate.

Matt is away, but the debate lives on! Manny and John are joined by a special guest to discuss the baseball playoffs and the start of the NHL season. They also debate the issues with the Packers and Bucs, the Raptors playoff chances and their favourites for the new NBA season. Listen and join the debate!

Manny, John and Matt are joined by Matt Maggio of the Windsor Spitfires. The overage forward talks about finishing his OHL career while playing in front of his hometown family and friends. He also talks about playing in Sweden and being drafted by the New York Islanders.

The NHL season is now underway and Matt, John and Manny offer their Stanley Cup predictions. They also pick their teams for the World Series while recapping the Blue Jays epic collapse. Plus, the boys dip into the listener mailbag and offer their verdicts on Draymond Green, Davante Adams and the fishing frauds. Listen and join the debate.

Matt, John and Manny are joined by NHL reporter Scott Wheeler from The Athletic to talk about the upcoming NHL season. What are his biggest questions for the upcoming season? How does he rank the top prospects for the 2023 NHL Draft? What’s his strategy for ranking talent? Listen and find out the answers. Plus, Scott talks about his new book that takes you behind the curtain for the Toronto Maple Leafs at the draft table.

Is Aaron Judge the legitimate home run king? Is he the American League MVP? Matt, John and Manny offer their opinions. They also look at their teams to beat in the MLB playoffs and their biggest disappointments. Plus, who’s to blame over Tua’s injury, the correct draft age in the NBA and a tribute to Coolio.

This weekend marks the beginning of the Ontario Hockey League season. Teams and players are excited for a chance to win the OHL Championship and the Memorial Cup. For some, it's the next step in their goal to reach the NHL. One such rookie is defenseman Anthony Cristoforo. He talks about being drafted by the Windsor Spitfires, his career, why he chose the OHL and getting ready to play his first OHL game. 

From Albert Pujols to Zdeno Chara and PK Subban to Rihanna – the boys offer their takes on the best righthanded hitter in baseball, which retired NHL defenceman gets into the Hockey Hall of Fame and whether they’re excited for the Super Bowl Halftime headliner. Plus, winners and losers from Week 3 in the NFL, playoff seeding for the MLB playoffs and the new Deadpool movie.

Another week and another serious QB injury in the NFL. How do the boys like San Francisco's chances of making it back to the playoffs with Jimmy G?  Matt, Manny and John also discuss bad behavior on the field in the NFL and around the office in the NBA. They also debate whether Roger Federer is the greatest men's tennis player of all-time and captaincy in the NHL. Listen and join the debate. 

Week 1 of the new NFL season is over and the Dallas Cowboys season may already be over. Matt, John and Manny look at their chances after the injury to Dak Prescott and other storylines. They also debate the rule changes in Major League Baseball and the captaincy for the Montreal Canadiens. Plus, you don’t want to miss this week’s Pump It or Dump It.

Matt, Manny and John celebrate their 150th episode by doing something they have never done before. They hosted their first ever NFL Fantasy Football League Draft and there are fireworks! Who will go first overall? Will there be a blockbuster trade? Will John try to pick a CFL quarterback? Follow along to find out!  

Matt, John and Manny get ready for the NFL season by offering their conference finalists and Super Bowl picks while also answering questions from the listener mailbag. The boys also weigh-in on the College Football Playoff expansion, the blockbuster trade in the NBA and the latest signing by the Vancouver Canucks. Plus, a tribute to the female champions of sport.

Matt, John and Manny are joined by writer, author and journalist Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News to discuss the controversy around Hockey Canada and alleged sexual assaults involving National team players. Ian also talks about launching the Chatham-Kent Sports Network and his book “On Account of Darkness.”

What goes better than money and Las Vegas? Those topics take centre stage in this week’s debate – from Julio’s mega-deal in Major League Baseball to Kessel’s free agent signing with the Golden Knights to the turnover slot machine for UNLV football. Plus, are the Angels better off with a new owner? Should Babcock get another chance in the NHL? Do the boys have tattoos? And nothing says Vegas better than a party song for Pump It or Dump It. Listen and join the debate!

Former NHL enforcer Nathan Perrott joins Matt, John and Manny to talk about his hockey career that took him from Owen Sound to Oshawa to Nashville and Toronto to Russia with several spots in between. Nathan shares his thoughts on some of his biggest fights in his career and some wild stories about playing in Russia. He even talks about his pro boxing and coaching career.

Back to Life, Back to Reality

John is back from vacation and back to reality as he peppers Matt and Manny with questions about Kevin Durant, Deshaun Watson, Nazem Kadri and Carey Price. Plus John dips into the listener mailbag for Rapid Fire and is dancing to this week’s Pump It or Dump It Submission. Listen, laugh and join the debate.

It’s the middle of summer so there’s plenty of baseball talk. Matt, John and Manny debate the World Series odds for the Padres after Fernando Tatis’ suspension. They also share their thoughts on the Tigers GM vacancy and the Field of Dreams game. The boys also dip into the listener mailbag for some NHL and NFL talk. Join the debate!

You can describe the topics in this episode easily. Serena Williams is so good, that she is among the greatest. Some of the rules in baseball are bad. The Deshaun Watson situation is downright ugly. Matt, John and Manny debate those topics and more – from the Field of Dreams to Huberdeau’s new NHL contract to 80’s Rock ‘n Roll. Listen and join the debate.

After a busy trade deadline in Major League Baseball, the boys weigh in on the blockbuster move by the San Diego Padres to acquire Juan Soto. Are they all-in on the Padres? What do they think of the moves by the Toronto Blue Jays? Matt, John and Manny also debate the suspensions in the NFL – from Deshaun Watson to Stephen Ross and the Miami Dolphins. Plus, you don’t want to miss Pump It or Dump It this week.

Matt, John and Manny are joined by good friend, radio journalist and wrestling aficionado Phil De Land to talk about Vince McMahon. He has resigned amid serious allegations after growing the WWE into an entertainment empire. What do the boys think his legacy will be? Listen and join the conversation.

Matt, John and Manny have been inundated with questions and topics from listeners – from Matthew Tkachuk’s trade to Kyler Murray’s contract. The boys also weigh in on the Blue Jays second half of the season and the Pistons decision to bring back their teal uniforms. Plus a classic for Pump It or Dump It.

As the second half of the baseball season begins, the boys are joined by award-winning Blue Jays reporter Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star. Mike talks about his career – from the broadcast booth to the Baseball Writers Association of America. Mike also shares his thoughts on this year’s version of the Blue Jays and some of his favourite players and stadiums.

Matt, John and Manny debate whether they would make a trade for Home Run Derby champ Juan Soto. They also share their thoughts on Charlie Montoyo’s firing and Ohtani’s legendary skill. There’s plenty of hockey talk too. What do the boys think of Johnny Gaudreau signing in Columbus? Which NHL teams improved after the free agent frenzy? Listen and join the debate.

Matt, John and Manny are joined by Tony Ferrari from The Hockey News to recap the 2022 NHL Draft. Who are Tony’s winners and losers? How did the host Montreal Canadiens do? What about the other Canadian teams? Listen to see how your favourite team fared in Tony’s report.

Manny, John and Matt share their thoughts on the 2022 NHL Draft and the goalie carrousel that NHL teams are riding this off-season ahead of free agent frenzy. Plus, the boys weigh-in on the MLB All Stars and the Baker Mayfield NFL trade while also answering questions from the listener mailbag.

Matt, John and Manny are back after getting together for the long weekend for the first time since the pandemic began. They not only talk about their shenanigans and Windsor Pizza taste testing, but they also debate expansion and automatic strike zones in baseball, the latest coaching hires in the NHL, the format of the Memorial Cup and whether the Raptors should make a trade for Kevin Durant. Plus some listener mailbag questions and a new country song on Pump It or Dump It.

Matt, John and Manny share their thoughts on Colorado winning the NHL Championship and whether they have damaged anything valuable as the Avalanche did with Lord Stanley’s Cup. What about the Lightning? Can they return to the Finals? The boys also debate the Hockey Hall of Fame inductees and bench clearing brawls in baseball. Plus Pump It or Dump It as the fellas prepare for a celebration of their own this weekend.

The Stanley Cup Final is underway. Can the Lightning make another comeback? The Golden State Warriors are NBA Champs and Steph Curry is Playoff MVP. Is Curry a top-10 NBA player of all-time? Rob Gronkowski is retiring. Is Gronk the greatest tight end of all-time? Is Kyle Bukauskas the Canadian Tom Brady? Plus, the boys debate the haul by a 16 year-old Houston Astros fan who caught a baseball. Listen to find out some of the answers and join the debate. 

OHL Commissioner David Branch joins the podcast to talk about the state of the Ontario Hockey League. He discusses the challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the financial state of the league and the thrilling Championship Series between the Windsor Spitfires and Hamilton Bulldogs. How does he feel the OHL Champion will fare at the Memorial Cup? Listen and find out.

What has been a more exciting postseason – the NHL or NBA playoffs? The boys weigh in. Matt, John and Manny also talk about their picks for the Stanley Cup Final and the team to beat in the CFL. Plus thoughts on Bruce Cassidy in Vegas, Tony La Russa in Chicago and the LIV Tour. And Post Malone makes it to Pump It or Dump It.