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Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss how several prominent white hockey players have been speaking out about racism and police brutality this week, including some putting their money where their mouth is. They also look at how Canadian border restrictions could hamper return-to-play plans for several leagues, tackle the touchy topic of tipping and wonder why shoppers can’t follow seemingly simple social distancing directions in stores.

Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre dig into the NHL’s detailed return to play plan, the obstacles that remain and how teamwork is helping make the dream work when it comes to summer hockey. They also discuss the major-league mess in baseball right now, social-distancing scofflaws and Mike’s adventure on the 2nd hole at Larters.

Free Press sports editor Steve Lyons, currently enjoying a “Staycation,” joins columnist Mike McIntyre to discuss the 24-team NHL playoff proposal that is gaining momentum, True North finally giving Jets’ ticket holders the option to get their money back, the strict rules Major League Baseball is proposing in a return-to-play scenario, how German soccer players quickly disregarded safety protocols after hitting the pitch, Manitoba’s move to Phase 2 of re-opening the economy, and more.

Free Press editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss whether the return of sports is essential to society, what kind of drastic rule changes might be required to keep participants safe and ongoing concerns that teams might jump the COVID-19 testing queue — including Steve’s own first-hand experience last week. As always, there’s plenty of “etcetera” talk as well including favourite sitcoms, Saturday Night Live, Sunfest and a trip down memory lane involving their first published stories and a common link they share.

Free Press editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the vile, sexist chats involving Manitoba hockey players that have become public and sparked several investigations. They also tackle the idea of a government bailout for the Canadian Football League, how it felt hitting the links under relaxed COVID-19 restrictions in the province, what’s been on their televisions lately and make a plea for spring to finally stick around.

Free Press editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the CFL asking federal government for a bailout, why it seems tone deaf and what it means for the future of the league. They also chat about the increasing likelihood of the NHL returning this summer, teams ticking off fans by holding on to ticket money, TV shows and music catching their eyes and ears these days and Manitoba’s plan to slowly re-open the economy in the coming weeks and what it means for sports.

Free Press editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre discuss the unceremonious end of the Dustin Byfuglien era in Winnipeg and look back on his impactful career. They also chat about Dale Hawerchuk reaching a big milestone in his cancer battle, the growing prospect of summer hockey, what sports journalism might look like, whether athletes might be willing to take pay cuts and what’s up with airlines refusing to issue refunds?

The socially distant duo of sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre are back to discuss how Winnipeg could factor into the NHL’s hopes of finishing the season, sports networks taking a nosedive, golf courses gearing up for action despite the COVID-19 pandemic, more Netflix recommendations, staying active in these trying times, take-out food and much more.

They somehow disagree about Ozark Season 3 — one absolutely loved it, the other called it “Meh” — but sports editor Steve Lyons and columnist Mike McIntyre didn’t let those differences stop them from another edition of the podcast. The duo discuss the latest on how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the sports world, some of the bizarre proposals on what a return to play might look at, catching up with several members of the Winnipeg Jets and the various ways they’re staying busy while social distancing — which includes an epic tumble by Mike that left him a muddy mess.

Steve Lyons and Mike McIntyre come together — from afar, of course— to discuss the latest on the ever-changing sports world due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Zoom chats with NHL players, calls to cancel the season already, online staff meetings and get togethers with family and friends, Netflix must-sees and homemade hand sanitizer are among the many topics covered. Oh, and STAY HOME!