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Welcome back to the Last Word on Sens podcast. Today, Alex has some of the biggest news of the Ottawa Senators' summer to look at. Drake Batherson and Pierre Dorion have signed new contracts since the last podcast was released. Both of these are huge news for the organization's future. To help break everything down, Derek Lee makes his return to the podcast.

Together, the guys look at how the Batherson deal may affect Brady Tkachuk, if at all. They also discuss how good of a job Dorion has done so far and what is in store for the future of this team. Looking at things such as the lack of moves in free agency this year, what does the blueline look like going forward and should Ottawa trade Erik Brannstrom and Logan Brown right now? Tune in for all of that and more, with the Last Word on Sens Podcast!

The second game of three sees the United States Men's National Team play in Nashville, Tennessee, against Canada. In a game where the USMNT will really be looking for a result.

Did Christian Pulisic playing for the USA make a big difference? How vital was Alphonso Davies for Canada? Who are some players to point out? Some players that perhaps missed the mark?

Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael Kriger have much to discuss as once again USMNT only manages a point.

Should this be seen as a disappointment? Should it be a relief? Is Gregg Berhalter to blame at all in this?

Plus, a look around to the other CONCACAF qualifiers that happened on the night as well.

In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the upcoming NFL kickoff matchup between the Bucs and Cowboys, as well as gives his preseason pick to win the Super Bowl. He also discusses his preseason frontrunners for the yearly awards, can’t help but buy into the hype surrounding the Arizona Cardinals, and wonders where Cam Newton might wind up. Enjoy the show and join us next Saturday for the following episode!

Alex and Chace are back with their final episode of their Top 20 list series. Today, they take a look at the Best NHL Goalies. This is by far the hardest list to date. Not to mention, the one with the most difference in it too. Unlike the centers, wingers, and even defensemen, goalies are much harder to get a consensus top category on. Part of this is because of how random the position is from year to year, but also because there are so many fewer goalies than any other position.

Either way, the guys try to go through and balance age with performance and longevity as they make their lists for best goaltenders. One thing is for sure, there is a lot open to debate about where goalies come in the ranking. However, one place the guys do agree on would be in the top two. Both Alex and Chace have the same order for that, which hasn't always been the case. Join them as they take a look at who they believe the Top 20 goalies right now are. 

The full squad is here for a big show heading into a very interesting International break. But first, there's a discussion on the madness that was Transfer Deadline day. Although the major one many were hoping for did not come to fruition as Kylian Mbappe stays at PSG. 

However, there are still several surprises to get into, including Cristiano Ronaldo coming back to Manchester United, Antoine Griezmann heading back to Atletico Madrid, and more.  

There are also some interesting tidbits on the newly minted CONCACAF W Championship and CONCACAF W Gold Cup as well.

Plus of course, What We Watched, The Supporters Club, Headlines, and more.

We will be back twice before the next regular show. Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins will have a review and reactions to the first USMNT World Cup Qualifying game against El Salvador on early Friday morning.  Plus, the full crew again including Rachael McKriger on Sunday night for the second USMNT WCQ game against Canada too.

Rachael's article for The Equalizer:  https://equalizersoccer.com/2021/08/26/explaining-the-new-concacaf-tournaments-qualification-format-for-world-cup-olympics/

What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, Concacaf Word Cup Qualification is here! Matt is joined by Dan, Rachael, and Harvey to all things Concacaf Octagonal September fixtures. 

We start with a Round Table of MLS talk, discussing the last two weekends of news and results. Dan drops some perspective on a few big firings and coaching moves. Harvey has a major prediction regarding the Supporters' Shield. Rachael and Matt have some takes on where a teams might finish this season. 

Then we get into the Concacaf Octagonal September window. We discuss expectations for the U.S. Men's National team, the roster, what to expect in the first two fixtures, and why there's no point in planning/pontificating on the third match at Honduras. Harvey's got the down low on La Selecta. Rachael discusses the rest of the teams involved. 

We end the show with USMNT Pick 'Ems. 

The guys are back with their Top 20 Lists. So far, Alex and Chace have looked at the top 20 centers and wingers. However, today they will give their list for the 20 best NHL defencemen in the league. Not an easy list to make, the guys factor in past performance, underlying numbers, and some projection going forward. Much like the wingers and centers list, the top of the list for each person is pretty similar. However, also much like the other two, the order is not the same.

One big difference though is past the top few there are some different names. Evaluating defence is such a hard thing to do which makes what you look at so vital in these lists. Overall, both Alex and Chace give why they had each player ranked where they did, as well as why they left some players off. Above that, they also dive into each player listed and what makes them one of the best NHL defencemen in the league. 

In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his NFC predictions for the upcoming season. He also breaks down the league’s several QB battles, touches on if the league can truly “adjust” to Lamar Jackson, and can’t help but take a parting shot at Jerry Jones for his comments on Tony Romo and the Hall of Fame. Enjoy the show and join us next Saturday for the following episode!

Psychonauts 2 and Axiom Verge 2 are the games Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have played this week. After being excited about the game, Marc was very much disappointed by Axiom Verge 2 and extensively voices what he did not enjoy about it, while also noting some positives about the game too. There are also some early thoughts on Psychonauts 2 as well as both of them are still making their way through the game. 

They also cover some of the headlines from Gamescom 2021 including the surprise announcement of Marvel Midnight Suns from the 2K Friaxis team.  Is this dark tinged storyline something that sets the game apart from other things that have been released under the Marvel banner? Plus, thoughts on the LEGO Star Wars: Skywalker Saga trailer, the Horizon Forbidden West release date, and some other things as well. 

There’s also a discussion on the beef that WWE is having with 2K and how that is affecting the release of WWE 2K22 too.