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Stuffing The Stat Sheet

Stuffing The Stat Sheet

By Joey Ricotta

Welcome to Stuffing the Stat Sheet. A sports podcast designed to touch on current and past events, featuring terrible gambling and fantasy sports advice, amazing guests, and more, all for your listening pleasure. Always on point and filling up box scores, not always suitable for children. Don't miss a second. Follow the podcast on Twitter @STStatSheet
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Chicago Baseball Trades, Random Cubs, and Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for July 16, 2021

Stuffing The Stat SheetJul 16, 2021

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Chicago Baseball Trades, Random Cubs, and Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for July 16, 2021

Chicago Baseball Trades, Random Cubs, and Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for July 16, 2021

The baseball trading season is underway. Both the Cubs and White Sox made moves on Thursday. Riding solo, I talked about those moves, some random Cubs of the past, and gave out some Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for July 16, 2021. 

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Music - (Free) Post Malone Type Beat "Motley Pt. 2" by Cobra

Jul 16, 202134:31
MLB DFS and Best Bets (Cheese Plays) for 6/16/21 with Frank Ammirante

MLB DFS and Best Bets (Cheese Plays) for 6/16/21 with Frank Ammirante

Frank Ammirante (@FAmmiranteTFJ) returns to dissect tonight's main slate of MLB games. We give out our favorite DFS options at each position, along with some stacks. We also discuss Gavin Lux's choice of pregame beverage. Finally, we round out the episode with a show staple, "Cheese Plays," aka our Best Bets for today. 

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Jun 16, 202101:20:58
Chicago Baseball Is Fun Right Now with Joe Marras

Chicago Baseball Is Fun Right Now with Joe Marras

After a long hiatus, we're back with a new episode. It's a fantastic time to be a baseball fan of either the Chicago Cubs or Chicago White Sox right now. Joe Marras joins me for the first time. We talked extensively about the team and the FULL CAPACITY Home Opener 2.0 against the St. Louis Cardinals. We also couldn't ignore the Southsiders and their first-place record.  

Intro music by Kylo - (FREE) Russ Type Beat - "Contact"

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Jun 12, 202101:30:20
MLB Wednesday Recap, Thursday DFS Plays, and NFL Draft Bets

MLB Wednesday Recap, Thursday DFS Plays, and NFL Draft Bets

Riding solo on this edition of Stuffing The Stat Sheet, I went through each game from Wednesday and outlined some things that stuck out to me. Then, I took a quick look at some DFS options for Thursday's main slate of games. Finally, to wrap up the show, I give out my best bets for the NFL Draft.
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Apr 29, 202137:22
MTV's The Challenge with Jack Vita and Cheese Plays for April 16, 2021

MTV's The Challenge with Jack Vita and Cheese Plays for April 16, 2021

Part Two of my conversation with Jack Vita (@JackVitaShow). In this one, we talked about MTV's The Challenge: Double Agents. We gave our thoughts about the season as a whole and came up with some ideas to make the show better in the future. After our conversation, I throw out my two favorite bets, aka cheese plays, for today's action. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @TheRiot326 

Apr 16, 202149:41
MLB Early Season Thoughts and Rule Change Debates with Jack Vita (Part One)

MLB Early Season Thoughts and Rule Change Debates with Jack Vita (Part One)

The host of the Jack Vita Show (@JackVitaShow) joins me to give some MLB early season thoughts. Then we jump into many other topics and debates, including the Universal DH, robot umps, and some other potential rule changes. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @Theriot326. Thanks again to Jack for hopping on the show. Stay tuned for part two, where we talked about MTV's The Challenge. 

Apr 15, 202101:04:39
Cubs and White Sox Opening Day Recap

Cubs and White Sox Opening Day Recap

Duke Coughlin (@ThatPodGuyDuke) joined me to recap the individual Opening Day games for the Cubs and White Sox. The outcomes weren't ideal, but the conversation was. Hopefully, this will cheer you up a bit. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet. 


Song courtesy of Blackbear - "Cheers"

Apr 02, 202101:07:03
Happy Opening Day - Chicago Cubs 2021 season preview and predictions

Happy Opening Day - Chicago Cubs 2021 season preview and predictions

Happy Opening Day, sort of. Jamey Hill, Ken Kiebles, and Anthony Pasquale joined me to preview the Cubs' season and give out some predictions. Obviously, this episode was intended to be released before the first game of the season, but it's coming out a day later due to technical difficulties. Sorry for hyping you up and putting pressure on you, Kyle Hendricks. Nonetheless, there's still a lot of relevant content that pertains to the entirety of the season, and not a lot changed after only one game of play. 


Song courtesy of Steve Goodman - "Go Cubs Go."

Apr 02, 202101:56:32
Happy Opening Day - Chicago White Sox Season Preview

Happy Opening Day - Chicago White Sox Season Preview

Welcome to another episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet. It's Opening Day! In other words, it's a National Holiday. So it's only fitting that I was joined by two guests to help get you ready for White Sox baseball in 2021. We discuss their season outlook, analyze the players at each position, and give some predictions. Enjoy. Special thanks to my guests, Jamey Hill and Ken Kiebles. 

Apr 01, 202101:07:28
NCAA Sweet 16 Cheese Plays and Fantasy Baseball sleepers

NCAA Sweet 16 Cheese Plays and Fantasy Baseball sleepers

@AlexKielar returns to help me hand out some best bets or "Cheese Plays" for Saturday's NCAA Sweet 16 games. Then we talk about a couple of our favorite Fantasy Baseball sleepers to target late in drafts. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @Theriot326 

Music by Jack Harlow - "Walk in the Park"

Mar 27, 202146:44
Dynasty Fantasy Football: Buy Low Quarterbacks and Running Backs

Dynasty Fantasy Football: Buy Low Quarterbacks and Running Backs

Mike Fanelli (@Mike_NFL2) returns to continue our Buy Low series, as we discuss our favorite options at both the quarterback and running back positions to acquire for cheap. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @Theriot326


Music by Krown Chakra - "Buy Low $ell High"

Mar 25, 202141:32
Andy Dalton?! Really?! The Bears are going to the Super Bowl

Andy Dalton?! Really?! The Bears are going to the Super Bowl

The Chicago Bears have struck a deal with free-agent quarterback Andy Dalton. Clearly, he was the best available, right? I give my immediate reaction and thoughts, and then Ken Kiebles joined me to discuss it. This episode is for mature audiences only. Enjoy. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @Theriot326. 


Mar 17, 202101:21:51
Dynasty Fantasy Football: Buy Low Wide Receivers and Tight Ends

Dynasty Fantasy Football: Buy Low Wide Receivers and Tight Ends

On this edition of Stuffing The Stat Sheet, Mike Fanelli (@Mike_NFL2) returns to discuss some buy low dynasty fantasy football options at the wide receiver and tight end positions. This episode was recorded on Saturday March 13. Take all of the new information and breaking free agency news and apply it accordingly. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet and me @Theriot326
Highlights courtesy of the NFL
Music by Krown Chakra - "Buy Low $ell High"
Mar 16, 202101:01:15
Chicago Cubs 2021 Season Preview, Spring Training Takeaways, and Bold Predictions with Sara Sanchez

Chicago Cubs 2021 Season Preview, Spring Training Takeaways, and Bold Predictions with Sara Sanchez

In this episode, Sara Sanchez (@BCB_Sara) from Bleedcubbieblue.com joins me to preview the upcoming 2021 season for the Chicago Cubs. We also take a look at some key players and their performances in Spring Training. Lastly, we finish by giving out some bold predictions. Follow the show @STStatsheet and me @Theriot326

Highlights and Mic'd up sounds courtesy of MLB and the Chicago Cubs

Music courtesy of Joey Busse - "We Don't Suck Anymore" and Steve Goodman - "Go Cubs Go"

Mar 15, 202101:36:06
All Chi Sports - Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox

All Chi Sports - Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox

Welcome to another episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet. In this edition, I rode solo to talk about all of the recent news in Chicago Sports. Follow the show and me on Twitter @STStatSheet and @Theriot326

- Blackhawks win

- Bulls loss

- Joc Pederson 

- Reynaldo Lopez and Michael Kopech

- Cairo Santos extension

Song credited to NLE Choppa  

Mar 12, 202125:47
Chicago Bears Chatter with Brendan Sugrue

Chicago Bears Chatter with Brendan Sugrue

On this episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet, @BrendanSugrue from The Bears Wire joins me (@Theriot326) to talk a little bit about our favorite team, the Chicago Bears. We discuss the Allen Robinson franchise tag, Kyle Long unretiring, roster cuts, and the incredibly difficult-to-track quarterback situation/rumor mill. Enjoy. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet 


Song credit to Blackbear

Robinson Highlight credit to NFL   

Mar 11, 202101:10:10
Fantasy Baseball: 2B Preview and Analysis with David Mendelson

Fantasy Baseball: 2B Preview and Analysis with David Mendelson

In this edition of Stuffing The Stat Sheet, David Mendelson (@DMendy02) joins me to talk about his article on second basemen and helps shed some light on the position as a whole. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet 

Intro music by Busta Rhymes 

#FantasyBaseball #TGFBI #MLB

Mar 02, 202144:13
Fantasy Baseball: Devil's Advocate with Johnnie Black

Fantasy Baseball: Devil's Advocate with Johnnie Black

On this episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet, Johnnie Black (@Jball0202) joins me (@Theriot326) to play a game called Devil's Advocate. We make a case for and against drafting certain players at their current ADPs. Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet
#FantasyBaseball #NFBC #TGFBI #MLB
Sounds credited to MLB
Song credited to Jack Harlow - Walk In The Park
Mar 01, 202156:60
Chicago Bulls Discussion, Rockets Preview, and Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for 2/22/2021

Chicago Bulls Discussion, Rockets Preview, and Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for 2/22/2021

Welcome to another edition of Stuffing The Stat Sheet. On today's show, Gio Damico (@GioNFLDraft) joins me to talk about all things Chicago Bulls and preview tonight's game against the Houston Rockets. Then, of course, we wrap up the show with my "Cheese Plays" (best bets) for tonight's action. Follow me on Twitter @Theriot326 and the show @STStatSheet

#Bullsnation #ChicagoBulls #GamblingTwitter #NBA #NCAAB

Bulls highlights credited to the NBA and the Chicago Bulls

Song credited to Too Short - Get That Cheese

Feb 22, 202135:47
Would You Rather: Fantasy Baseball Edition and Cheese Plays (NBA DFS and College Basketball Picks) for 2/17/21

Would You Rather: Fantasy Baseball Edition and Cheese Plays (NBA DFS and College Basketball Picks) for 2/17/21

Welcome back to another episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet. For this show, Jacob Dunne (@AintDunneYet) joins me to play a well-known game called "Would you rather." Although this time, we put a fantasy baseball spin on it and talk about using the restroom at parties. Then, as always, we give out our "Cheese Plays" for tonight's action. Jacob lets you know who to put in your lineup for the upcoming NBA DFS slate, and I give out my favorite College Basketball bets. Enjoy.
Follow the show on Twitter @STStatSheet as well as Jacob @AintDunneYet and myself @Theriot326.
#Gambling #DFS #FantasyBaseball #NBA #NCAAB
Feb 17, 202144:18
Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for February 12. 2021

Cheese Plays (Best Bets) for February 12. 2021

Joe Ricotta's "Cheese Plays" for tonight's College Basketball and NBA action. Featuring all of my favorite bets. Follow me on Twitter @Theriot326 and follow the podcast @STStatSheet 


#CollegeBasketball #NBA #Gambling

Feb 12, 202106:27
Super Bowl LV Best Bets, Long Shots, and DFS Options

Super Bowl LV Best Bets, Long Shots, and DFS Options

Welcome to another episode of Stuffing The Stat Sheet. Get ready for a jam-packed show, featuring FIVE guests, giving out their favorites bets for the biggest game of the year, Super Bowl LV. That's right, the entire show is nothing but "Cheese Plays." Special thanks to Gio Damico, Chris Robin, Frank Ammirante, Ken Kiebles, and Mike Fanelli for joining me. Follow the podcast on Twitter @STStatSheet
Gio Damico: @GioNFLDraft
Chris Robin: @DetroitBeastie
Frank Ammirante: @FAmmiranteTFJ
Ken Kiebles: @Kiebs13
Mike Fanelli: @Mike_NFL2
Joe Ricotta: @theriot326
End Song credit to Weeknd and Somesuch
Feb 05, 202101:41:15
FVV's Monster Night, Bulls/Knicks, Blackhawks/Hurricanes, and Cheese Plays for 2/3/2021 - Ep. 2

FVV's Monster Night, Bulls/Knicks, Blackhawks/Hurricanes, and Cheese Plays for 2/3/2021 - Ep. 2

Welcome to episode number two, where Ken Kiebles @Kiebs13 joins me to talk about Fred VanVleet's record-breaking night (1:53-6:55), the Bulls/Knicks (7:05-17:27), Blackhawks/Hurricanes (17:28-29:30), and "Cheese Plays" for tonight's basketball and hockey action (29:31-48:56). Enjoy. Follow the pod on Twitter @STStatSheet 

#FVV #NBA #BetOnYourself #Raptors #NBA #Bulls #Knicks #Blackhawks #NHL #Hurricanes #CheesePlays #Gambling 

Intro music by Marilyn Manson performing The Beautiful People. (C) 1999 Nothing/Interscope Records

Fred VanVleet highlights courtesy of the NBA, Toronto Raptors, and House of Highlights on YouTube. 


Feb 03, 202148:57
Best Bets and Worst B.S. - Episode 1

Best Bets and Worst B.S. - Episode 1

Welcome to the very first episode of Stuffing the Stat Sheet hosted by Joe Ricotta. In this episode, I'm joined by Alex Kielar @AlexKielar on Twitter. We talk a little bit about the three Hall of Fame baseball players who shared birthdays yesterday. Then we dive into two of our favorite fantasy baseball sleepers/values after pick 250. And finally, it's the first of many "Cheese Plays of the Day" where we give out our favorite bets for tonight's College Basketball and NBA action. Enjoy. Follow the pod on Twitter @STStatSheet 


#Baseball #FantasyBaseball #Gambling #Bets #NCAAB #NBA #HOF

Intro Instrumental credited to Cedes - Down and Dirty

Jackie Robinson speech credited to MLB

Ernie Banks highlight credited to Classic MLB1 on Youtube

Outro Music credited to Jay Rock - Win 

Feb 01, 202137:39