The cast recaps PT SOS and reviews whether or not their predictions came to be. This episode also breaks down new innovations in SOS standard. How do you think the format will evolve between now and the U.S. RCs? Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments.

Riverside AI generated this hilarious thumbnail for us. What do you think?

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0

Pete and Joe rundown the impact of Secrets of Strixhaven on the modern and standard formats. Overall, it seems like people have kept their tech close with the Pro Tour this weekend. They share their thoughts on how the PT will shape up: what do you think? Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments.

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0

This episode is dedicated to Joe's cousin Katy who passed away from complications associated with heart disease on April 19, 2026. If you met her, you would've liked her.

Pete and Joe brainstorm on how SoS will affect the Modern and Standard metas. They also rundown lists they are testing or plan to test in those formats.

Pete and Joe rundown the Strixhaven spoilers. They discuss their favorite cards and those they think will be most impactful for standard and modern. Overall, set looks powerful and well designed!

Joe's cousin Katy LaHaie is unfortunately in hospice. Any prayers or positive vibes would be greatly appreciated!

Joe and Pete highlight tournament prep this week, recapping their 5-part level up series, and tieing it all together with what matters ... taking down a tournament! The biggest addition to the process is their discussion on considering what you have available to play, keeping in mind financial and time resources. They also discussed sideboard mapping, a highly undervalued process to help ready you for a major event.

*A sample sideboard map was included in the dropbox link this week.

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0

The cast discusses upcoming events, modern, and the final episode of are 5-part series: Mulligans. Mulligans are a complex skill that require a deep understanding of the meta game, particular matchups, sideboard strategies, and more. Ultimately, stay disciplined and take a minute to think through your first few turns, considering whether or not you need to be focused on enacting your plan or disrupting your opponent.

Pete and Joe welcome Matt Anciaux to the cast where he discusses his top 4 finish at the Hunter Burton Memorial main event! He ascended to the top 4 on UW control, and shares his perspective on UW and the modern meta in this episode. The crew also chats about if we are really going to have ancestral recall in standard.

This episode briefly discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please seek help from friends, family, or one of several national hotlines. As an example, you can dial 988 to reach to the suicide and crisis lifeline.

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0

The cast discusses standard results from recent events, including 3 RCs (Japan, Australia, and SE Asia), and briefly touches on the modern meta with the modern RCQ season on the approaching horizon. Pete and Joe covered part 3 of their 5-episode series on leveling up your game. This week they discussed sequencing and concluded the episode with these rules of thumb:

1) Think through your turn before acting

2) Maximize value from each of your cards

3) When in doubt, be mana efficient

4) Know the meta to be able to sequence properly

Shoutout to Matt Anciaux for making top 4 at the HB Memorial on UW Control!

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0

What's up my guys!? Pete and Joe discuss results from the 4 major events over the weekend. They briefly chat modern, which is on the horizon for the next RCQ season. Most importantly, they discuss the second episode in their 5-part series: Play Rhythm ... or more aptly put - Magic-Life Balance.

Enjoy!

P.S. Pete's lovely wife is having surgery in the am. Please keep her in your thoughts and hope all goes smoothly!

The cast discusses early TMNT results and how the meta has started to shift since RC Milwaukee. This is the first episode of a 5-part series the show will discuss on leveling up your MTG Game. This first episode focuses on the social aspect, game skill, open-mindedness, and consistency of your group. The 5-part episode series looks like this:

1) Forming Your Play Group

2) Play Frequency

3) Game Decisions and Sequencing

4) Mulligans

5) Meta Considerations

Here is a link to our meta analysis spreadsheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/6xin1ob27nwri0neib61d/My-Guys-Weekly-Meta-Data.xlsx?rlkey=vh0kvymizkdfvnfb0al98131t&st=rdqnss85&dl=0