Caught Listening

Caught Listening

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  • 47 | On The Clock
    The NFL Draft is tonight! While plenty will be hoping to their names called, only a select few will be able to call themselves "first round" picks. Join Christian Heimall as he previews one of the more anticipated drafts in recent years.
    Ric Serritella of the NFL Draft Bible joins the show to talk what the Cleveland Browns plan to do, what they should do, and why so many people are in love with Baker Mayfield. Then, Joe Pantorno of Metro New York dives into the "war room" of both the New York Giants and New York Jets. Is it a forgone conclusion that Saquon Barkley joins Big Blue? Is there any chance for the Jets to trade up again? Which franchise has more riding on tonight's pick? Tune in to find out!
    All that plus the latest draft news and sports headlines, including a very fortunate win by LeBron James, and your listener questions!
    Remember to visit www.thePHmedia.com to purchase some awesome Press Row gear, while also subscribing to Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and more!
    1 hr 1 min
  • 46 | "Court"ing a Championship
    Both the NBA and NHL playoffs are in full swing. Which teams have taken the right step towards hoisting a trophy? Christian Heimall breaks it all down this week on Press Row. First up, the Stanley Cup Playoffs has been exciting from the start and it doesn't seem to be slowing down.
    Is LeBron James in trouble of being bounced in the first round? Have we put too much stock in Philly? Does Houston stand a chance out west? Host of "Calling the Shots with Keith Irizarry" on NBC Sports Radio, Keith Irizarry joins the show to discuss. Plus, it wouldn't be the NBA without New York Knicks coaching drama. Find out who Keith things is the frontrunner to take over in MSG.
    Next week all eyes turn to Dallas with the NFL Draft. Each team will be doing their best to bring in a top pick that gets them a Super Bowl title. Eric Edholm of Pro Football Weekly tells us who has the best chance to do that and where Dez Bryant could land. Could he even help in that attempt for a ring?
    All of that alo
    54 min
  • 45 | Post-SEASON, Get Excited!
    The playoffs are here! Both the NBA and NHL postseasons are set to begin, or already have. This week on Press Row, we dedicate the program to getting you primed for the championship runs in both sports.
    Jared Greenberg of TNT, NBATV and the host of "Out of Bounds" on SiriusXM NBA Radio joins the show to preview the NBA playoffs. Are the Cleveland Cavaliers still the favorites in the Eastern Conference? Will the Warriors be able to survive a roster without Steph Curry? And should Ben Simmons really win the Rookie of the Year award? Jared breaks it all down for us.
    Then, Christian heads to the ice to take a look at the best postseason around. With the first round underway there are going to be plenty of surprises and he has a few upset picks for your betting pools. All of that plus a look at the hottest headlines in sports and, of course, your listener questions.
    Don't forget to find the show on Twitter (@PressRowPHM, Instagram (@PressRowPHM), or Facebook (Press Row by Public Ho
    1 hr 3 min
  • 44 | Masters of Some
    While he can't be an expert on all sports, as evidenced by his bracket, Christian does his best to bring you the best possible insight each week on Press Row. This week is no exception with a show full of sports connesouirs.
    First up, with the 2018 Masters set to begin today all eyes will be on the return of Tiger Woods. To help break down his chances at winning, some other favorites in Augusta, and the importance of this weekend to golf, Steve DiMeglio of USA Today Sports joins the program. He'll help handicap our excitement over one of the​ game's greats​s getting back on the course and who you should be keeping an eye out for come Sunday.
    Then, UFC 223 promises to be the most exciting fight card of the year to date. Wade Groot of "Groot's Fight Corner" on MING Magazine previews all the bouts and if Khabib vs. Ferguson is really cursed. Don't miss his picks and thoughts on Eddie Alvarez's claims in the lightweight division.
    Plus, Christian has some parting words as co
    1 hr 6 min
  • 43 | Take Me Out to the Ballgame!
    Fresh off his vacation, Christian is feeling better than ever. And it's not just caused​ of the added rest and relaxation.
    It's MLB Opening Day, or New Year's as Christian calls it. To help preview the entire season and the biggest storylines to watch, Chris Cotillo of SB Nation and MLB Daily Dish joins Press Row. Christian also gives his predictions as to who makes the playoffs and which team hoists the trophy after the Fall Classic.
    Then, with the Final Four set in San Antonio, Christian has opinions on both contests. With three "blue bloods" and one "Cinderella" there are a lot of exciting things to discuss. Is the national championship game really between Villanova and Kansas? Is Michigan's run underappreciated? Is Loyola-Chicago really a true Cinderella? Listen and find out.
    Not to be outdone, the world of the NFL is making waves once again. Whether its Free Agency, Odell Beckham, Jr., or new rules being brought into the game, there's almost way too much to talk about. Do
    1 hr 1 min
  • 42 | Best of Press Row
    "Christian is on vacation this week but we've put together a compilation of some of his favorite interviews in the course of Press Row's existence. Take a trip down memory lane and listen to some of the best we have to offer!
    Leading off, Chris Cotillo of SB Nation joined the show on November 9, 2017 to recap an exciting Houston Astros World Series title and preview what would turn out to be a r elatively inactive winter for Major League Baseball.
    Then, on December 7, 2017, Aaron Torres of The Athletic previews the College Football Playoff and makes the case for who didn't get in.
    Prior to their first ever Super Bowl victory, the Philadelphia Eagles seemed like severe underdogs. Mike Sielski of The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Philadelphia Daily News helped to preview their matchup with the New England Patriots on January 1, 2018.
    Finally, with the NBA All-Star Game in our rearview, Michael Scotto of The Athletic gets us set for the stretch run. It includes a long convers
    1 hr 5 min
  • 41 | Brackets & Contracts
    It's a big week in the world of sports. From the dilapidated​ process of the NCAA Tournament Selection Show and the brackets themselves to the gaudy contracts for the newest NFL Free Agents and what it means for their new teams.
    With so many NFL players making moves, who got the best deal? Is the armor crumbling in New England? Are there any other moves to make and how does this all affect the upcoming draft? CBS Sports' Chris Trapasso joins Christian to discuss it all.
    Then, join Christian as he breaks down the most exciting matchups in March Madness and where to put your money in your office bracket pool. He's joined by 1993 NCAA Tournament Participant, and Manhattan College Hall of Famer, Chris "Smooth" Williams. As a player who knows how to get to the Big Dance, Williams tells us which athletes have the best ability to take their team to San Antonio.
    Plus, your listener questions and the debate surrounding our weekly Facebook poll: Which team was the LEAST deserving at-lar
    1 hr 1 min
  • 40 | Let The Madness Begin
    The NCAA Tournament begins in one week! And so does the 2018 NFL year! At least from a league office standpoint. That means there's​ a bunch to preview.
    Christian kicks off this episode of Press Row by breaking down the biggest names who were franchise tagged on Tuesday and some interesting trades that went down. Is the NFC East now unquestionably the toughest division? He thinks so and he's not afraid to tell you why.
    Eric Galko of The Sporting News and Optimum Scouting joins the show to discuss who had the best combine and how many quarterbacks will actually get drafted in the first round. He and Christian also debate the best landing spot for Kirk Cousins and who the New York Giants should draft with the #2 pick.
    Then, Matt Norlander of CBS Sports previews "Selection Sunday". Which bubble teams were be holding their breath when the bracket is announced? Who will play the role of Cinderella? And which conference tournament is going to have the most excitement leading up to
    1 hr 4 min
  • 39 | You CAN Fix Stupid
    There's an old adage that you can't fix stupid. Well, Press Row says otherwise. With so many dumb things happening in sports, Christian offers up a number of simple solutions that even the most hardened commissioner can understand.
    First up, the corruption of college basketball recruiting is no secret. Anymore. So how can we make everyone happy? From straight up paying the players to eliminating the "one-and-done" rule, there are plenty of options. What makes the most sense is up to you. Christian has some ideas to try and steer your train of that.
    Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog.com and The New York Times helps to make sense of everything on the college hardwood, including who to blame. Plus, with conference tournaments beginning this week, how much will the latest FBI information impact the time of year we know as March Madness? Speaking of conference tourneys, where should your eyes be before Selection Sunday?
    Then, the NFL has gone completely nuts. Reviewing the catch rule. Jerry
    1 hr 1 min
  • 38 | The Race is On
    Following a Daytona 500 for the ages, the NASCAR season has begun in earnest. Christian takes Press Row to "pit road' and breaks down what made the 2018 Great American Race so spectacular.
    Stock cars aren't the only thing racing to the finish line. With less than three weeks to go before Selection Sunday, Christian talks bubble teams and previews some of the best conference tournaments yet to come. Not to mention what the latest ruling on Louisville's vacated wins mean to the program and the sport.
    Then, Michael Scotto of The Athletic joins the show once again to preview the home stretch of the NBA season. Following the All-Star Break, do the Cleveland Cavaliers have enough juice to win the East? Can the Houston Rockets or Toronto Raptors keep their hold on the top spots in the conference?
    Plus, with MLB announcing new "pace of play" initiatives, what does this mean for the 2018 season on the field? Christian gives us his take and also notes the biggest impacts that free agen
    1 hr 6 min

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