Episode 2 of ASN – Pull Up a Chair was exactly what this show is meant to be — a relaxed, thoughtful conversation that went well beyond the outline and into the heart of tabletop sports gaming.

Joined by Grant Fines (49 Games), Tom Abbott, and Michael Canestrari III, the discussion covered everything from replay philosophy and long-term projects to game design, realism, and what actually keeps people coming back to the table year after year.

We talked about:

Why tabletop sports games still matter in a digital-first world

The appeal of season replays, deep dives, and “what-if” scenarios

How gamers approach replays differently — and why that’s a strength

Developer perspective vs. player perspective, and where they overlap

Community, creativity, and the stories that emerge once the dice start rolling

What started as a structured conversation quickly turned into an organic roundtable — the kind you’d expect when experienced gamers and a developer pull up a chair and just start talking shop.

If you enjoy tabletop sports, replay gaming, and thoughtful conversation that respects both the hobby and the people in it, this episode delivers.