The Warriors Come Out to Play

Segment 2: The fellas continue to chat about the Finals.  Specifically, they focus on the impact that this successful Warriors run has had on the city of Oakland (and how the city has embraced that team).  Plus, why has Stephen Curry been the centerpiece for this team’s rise in popularity?

Penguin Power: Scott Taylor’s Take on the Stanley Cup Final

Segment 3: It isn’t just the NBA that’s playing its championship series.  GDG’s Scott Taylor joins the program to break down the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final.  How did Pittsburgh hold their own at home, despite being behind on so many stats?  And how good of a story is Penguin rookie and Woodbury native Jake Guentzel becoming?

The Ice Stretches Further South

Segment 4: The conversation stays on pucks as Scott Taylor sticks around for another segment.  How did Pittsburgh and Nashville get to a place where they are Stanley Cup contenders?  How important has the NHL Draft been in building not just these two rosters, but other contenders over the past decade?

NBA Finals Reaction from Kevin Love and Steve Aschburner

Segment 5: Larry got a chance to catch up with some well-known names after Game 1 of the NBA Finals.  Former Timberwolves star Kevin Love tells us how his Cavs can rebound after going down 1-0.  Then, former Star Tribune reporter Steve Aschburner (now a writer for NBA.com) talks about if a tight Finals might make up for a rather lackluster Playoffs, to this point.

The Twins and Lynx Hit the Pacific Coast

Segment 6: Larry isn’t the only local entity out West this weekend.  The Twins are also in California, taking on the Angels.  Can they get the bad taste out of their mouths due to a sweep by the Houston?  Eric and Larry discuss how impressed they were by the team with MLB’s best record.  After that, the fellas look at the undefeated start for the Lynx.  Are they in a similar position, roster-wise, to the NBA’s Warriors?

It’s a long weekend for many across the country as we pay tribute to our Veterans, past and present.  While many of us will relax over the holiday, the world of sports continues on.  Eric and Larry keep us informed, broadcasting this week’s program from the Downtown Minneapolis studio.  As a matter of fact, there’s so much crammed into this edition, we had no time to bring on a guest.  The guys dive into the surprising Twins, the upcoming NBA Finals, the Lynx playing in a new venue, the misfortune surrounding the Vikings, and the new NFL rules that are raising some eyebrows.  Plus, how important are the stadiums the house all of these games?

Twins Staying On Top

Segment 1: The Twins are best in the MLB in something.  The guys look at the team’s impressive road record.  Could starter Ervin Santana and slugger Miguel Sano be candidates for some recognition later in the season?  What are some of the other factors that have led to first-place status in the division?

New Digs, Same Successful Lynx

Segment 2: The Minnesota Lynx may have changed home venues this season, but the winning continues.  Eric and Larry dig into the start of the team’s campaign.  How has the environment changed with them playing at Xcel Energy Center?  And what are the guys’ thoughts on Charlotte receiving another chance to host the NBA All-Star Game?

Final-ly: The NBA Matchup We’ve Been Waiting For

Segment 3: It hasn’t provided a lot of drama, but the NBA postseason might change very soon.  The fellas offer up their preview analysis of Round 3 in the Cleveland vs. Golden State trilogy.  Plus, have these playoffs held any intrigue to this point?  Maybe not as much as some of the tension that some famous sports TV personalities are experiencing.

More Injury News for the Vikings

Segment 4: We have a sighting!  Our hosts dig into the video showing Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater tossing the pigskin around.  But is Teddy’s knee the most pressing injury for the organization?  We hear more about another eye surgery for coach Mike Zimmer.  Then, does the NFL’s plan to shorten overtime periods make sense?

Some Changes are Coming for the Shield

Segment 5: The NFL changes don’t stop with just OT.  The guys give their opinions on the easing on penalties for end zone celebrations.  After that, they dive into the prolonged unemployment of QB Colin Kaepernick.  Is he being shut out of finding a job?