Today’s word of the day is ’darkness’ as in Aaron Rodgers has returned from his Darkness Retreat so we have an NPDS dark retreat as well. Where is he going to go? Back to Green Bay? To the Jets? To retire? What about Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Are they close to a deal? (13:45) Eric Bieniemy has left Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes. He was introduced as the Washington Commanders offensive coordinator. Is this fair? A lateral move? (23:50) Review: The Whale. (27:50) Jayson Stark released an article yesterday about MLB combating sticky stuff again. Oh boy! (35:40) NPPOD. (37:50) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about an ambidextrous pitcher! (42:45) What is going on with the Boston Red Sox? Triston Casas had some very quirky pregame rituals. 

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NPDS QB Darkness Retreat: Aaron Rodgers, Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow enter; Eric Bieniemy takes on Washintgon; MLB v. Stick Stuff (Episode 762)

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Today’s word of the day is ’preordained’ as in determined as in fate as in the Knicks won another thrilling finish against the Pacers in Game 1. The officiating was very questionable. The calls were very close. Some of them seemed like a joke. Is the NBA behind this? (9:20) The Timberwolves crushed the Nuggets. What a defensive effort. The reigning champs are down 2-0 now. Woof. (12:31) Pat Riley gave his end-of-season presser on the Heat. He had some things to say about Jimmy Butler. Will Butler get an extension? Will the Heat make big changes? (23:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Bally’s CEO on John Fisher’s attempt to relocate the Athletics. What did he have to say? (35:00) Review: The Idea of You. (40:00) Walker Buehler returned for the Dodgers yesterday after missing all of 2023. 2nd Tommy John surgery. Dodgers need him to be good, can he ever be great? (42:00) We have a new college football bowl game sponsor! (48:00) What is going on at college campuses? 
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Knicks win Game 1 with VERY QUESTIONABLE late calls by officials! Is Pat Riley done with Jimmy? Bally's CEO on Athletics! (Episode 1046)

Today’s word of the day is ’future’ as in the Miami Marlins as in the San Diego Padres as in Luis Arráez has been traded already. It’s only May! Why would the Marlins do this now? What does this mean for the team’s future? Why did the Padres make this move so soon? (15:40) The Lakers have fired Darvin Ham. Two seasons is all he got. Why did LeBron James do this? (19:55) Alek Manoah returned for the Blue Jays and he got rocked. Blue Jays manager said the team still believes in him. Should they? (22:50) Patrick Beverley apologized for his antics. (31:08) Review: Roast of Tom Brady. (36:00) Upset city in the Miami Grand Prix. Lando Norris wins the race. Max Verstappen finishes second. (44:00) NPPOD. (47:35) We’ve got lawsuit talk! We’re back to the Tampa Bay Rays and what’s going on with the limited partners there.
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Marlins start fire sale with trade of Luis Arráez! Lakers fire Darvin Ham! What a weekend of racing! (Episode 1045)

Nothing Personal Tour Part 1 wraps up live from New York City. I'm joined by my good friend Pablo Torre!
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Nothing Personal Tour Live: A Night in New York City with Pablo Torre (4/29/24)

Today’s word of the day is ’40’ as in 40 points as in Jalen Brunson as in 3-straight games with 40 points as in goodbye 76ers. The process is over. Joel Embiid’s season is done again. (8:15) The Bucks have been eliminated by the Pacers. The Pacers have done it to the Bucks all season. Patrick Beverly is going to get fined big. Doc Rivers was a waste. Giannis was hurt. And Dame wasn’t enough. (17:10) NPPOD. (19:26) Another update on the Athletics in Vegas! This time it comes from an earnings call with a Bally’s executive. What did he have to say? (31:42) Review: The Talented Mr. Ripley (36:45) What are the Yankees going to do with Aaron Judge? He has been ice cold this year so far. Will Aaron Boone move him in the lineup? (43:06) MLB on Roku? It could be happening. Sunday morning on Roku. And players hate it! But what does it mean for the health of broadcasting rights? (49:20) What is happening with the NCAA? How close are we to players being employees?
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Knicks send 76ers home! Bucks eliminated and Pat Bev's likely suspension! ANOTHER Athletics & Vegas update (Episode 1044)

Today’s word of the day is ’spooked’ as in scary hours as in the Knicks as in the Sixers as in playoff basketball! Sixers owners and old owners have purchased tickets to keep out Knicks fans! WHAT? How do you feel about this? (14:00) The Mavericks crushed the Clippers in Game 5. Where was Kawhi Leonard? (16:55) The Celtics gave the Heat a beatdown. Series over. Celtics move on. Is it time for the Heat to move on? (19:14) NPPOD. (20:35) It’s over for Deion Sanders and the Colorado honeymoon. The way he has handled adversity. The way he’s handled his critics. It’s a madhouse! (32:00) Review: Secret Life of Walter Mitty. (38:10) We should all be consultants. That’s the best grift. Sports consulting. (46:00) More stadiums and stadiums and stadiums.
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NPDS QB Darkness Retreat: Aaron Rodgers, Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow enter; Eric Bieniemy takes on Washintgon; MLB v. Stick Stuff (Episode 762)

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