Jen, Gabe, and Chewy open the 8AM hour with Brewers talk as Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn near their return to the lineup, breaking down how Milwaukee’s offense could finally settle into place after a tough stretch of injuries. The crew discusses realistic expectations for the lineup once both bats are back, why the Brewers just need to keep surviving for now, and how the rotation and bullpen could shift if struggling pitchers continue to falter. They also look ahead at a challenging May schedule and what it could mean for the team’s place in the NL Central race.

Later in the hour, the crew plays Top 8 at 8, challenging listeners to name the last eight Brewers players to hit two or more home runs in a game. The segment brings plenty of guessing, frustration, and baseball trivia before the final answers are revealed.

The hour wraps with a conversation about the NFL referee labor situation, as signs point toward a possible deal getting done before replacement refs become a reality. Jen, Gabe, and Chewy react to the latest update, explain why the league wants to avoid a repeat of past replacement-official chaos, and debate whether expanded replay assistance should still be considered even if a deal is finalized. The hour finishes with lighter conversation about jock straps, derby plans, and the usual off-the-rails fun.