We discuss the Buffalo Bills’ win over the Patriots, and what we’ve made of Cam Newton’s season in New England thus far (0:47). CBS Sports’ Amy Trask on the NFL weekend, and on the Steelers’ perfect start (26:11). The Athletic’s Joe Buscaglia on the Bills’ win (49:27). Tim Leiper on baseball free agency, and A.J. Hinch’s return to the MLB managerial ranks (1:09:26). Long-time Steelers QB Charlie Batch discusses Pittsburgh’s start, Mike Tomlin’s coaching, Ben Roethlisberger’s play, Chase Claypool’s emergence, and how smaller (or non-existent) crowds impact a quarterback (1:38:55). MLB Network Radio’s Jim Duquette on what to expect from the newly-sold New York Mets this off-season, and the free agent class as a whole (2:07:13).

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We discuss a trio of beloved sports figures going public with polarizing political views (0:21). USA Today’s Bob Nightengale discusses the managerial hirings of Tony La Russa and A.J. Hinch, and how the current stream of player options not being picked portends for this off-season (20:09). Forge FC’s David Edgar on the team’s championship win at the CPL’s Island Games, and their current odyssey through Central America that’s led them to Panama for the next round of the CONCACAF League (35:29). OHL Commissioner David Branch on the league’s planned February return, and the Ontario government’s plan to not allow non-incidental body contact to be involved in play (49:24). Our own Richard Deitsch discusses his Halloween plans, what’s ahead for the NBA, and Bobby Orr’s political remarks (1:11:53).

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We discuss the Chicago White Sox hiring Tony La Russa as their new manager, while the Arizona Coyotes renounce the rights to controversial draft pick Mitchell Miller. New Canadian Women’s National Soccer Team head coach Bev Priestman discusses her role, and her hopes for the program (22:40). ESPN 710’s John Clayton previews the NFL weekend, including a marquee Steelers-Ravens matchup, and the Bills versus the struggling Patriots (37:45). The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast’s David Samson discusses the backlash both Kevin Cash and Justin Turner have received – for very different reasons – from Game 6 of the World Series, and on how he would have handled the Mitchell Miller situation (52:54). Legendary NHL play-by-play voice – and author of the new book “Off Mike” – Mike “Doc” Emrick on receiving a phone call from a broadcasting legend, and his memories of calling games at Maple Leaf Gardens (1:13:38).  We discuss the criminal charges against the Raptors’ Terence Davis (1:33:35).

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We discuss the Dodgers’ World Series win, Kevin Cash’s decision to pull Blake Snell, and Justin Turner’s positive COVID test and subsequent return to the field for the championship celebration.  Power X Communications President/Former MLBPA VP of Communications Greg Bouris on the handling of the Turner situation (21:37). Hockey Central’s Brian Burke on the World Series, and the controversy surrounding Arizona Coyotes prospect Mitchell Miller (36:39). Two-time World Series-winning Toronto Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston on the Dodgers’ Dave Roberts joining him as the only Black American managers to win the World Series, and on making tough in-game decisions regarding pitchers (51:45). ESPN’s Jeff Passan on the events surrounding Game 6 (1:08:53).

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We discuss how sports viewership has evolved, and how it’s been impacted by the pandemic. The Toronto Star’s Doug Smith discusses his new book, “We The North: 25 Years of the Toronto Raptors”, and the Raptors potentially being unable to play in Toronto for at least part of the 2020/21 season (19:47). Long-time Vancouver sports columnist Ed Willes on the passing of B.C. Lions (and, at times, Toronto Argonauts and Hamilton Tiger-Cats) owner David Braley, and Braley’s impact on the CFL (37:43). Sportsnet MLB Central analyst Justin Morneau on the World Series, as the Dodgers look to clinch the championship in Game 6 (48:17). The Athletic’s John Hollinger on the NBA’s hopes of a pre-Christmas return, and the situation facing the Raptors (1:06:27).

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We discuss the passing of David Braley, and his impact on the CFL (1:20). ESPN’s Ariel Helwani on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s submission win over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254, and Khabib’s subsequent retirement announcement (21:25). Tim Leiper on the World Series, and Manuel Margot’s unsuccessful attempt at stealing home plate (38:16).  ESPN’s Jeff Passan on the wild World Series weekend, Clayton Kershaw’s redemption, and his unsuccessful attempt at providing a Texas BBQ dinner for the press box (50:05). ESPN’s Dan Graziano on the NFL weekend, including the Cardinals’ wild Sunday night win over the Seahawks, and the Pittsburgh Steelers as the NFL’s last unbeaten team (1:11:43).

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We discuss the NBA’s hopes of starting the 2020/21 season on December 22nd. ESPN’s Dick Vitale on his Tampa Bay Rays fandom, and the pandemic’s impact on the college basketball season (17:30). ESPN Seattle’s John Clayton previews the NFL weekend, and discusses the struggling NFC East (37:18). Blue Jays play-by-play voice Buck Martinez on MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s remarks in regards to potentially limiting the shift, and the World Series heading into the weekend (48:10). Stephen Brunt on the possibility of stadiums re-opening to fans, the World Series, and Josh Allen’s performance for the Buffalo Bills (1:09:44).

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We discuss the report (and subsequent denial) of the possibility of the Raptors playing home games in Louisville, Kentucky, if Toronto isn’t an option to start the 2021 NBA season. Toronto FC head coach Greg Vanney on life in East Hartford, Connecticut, and the team’s league-best performance this season (19:15). The Wall Street Journal’s Jared Diamond on the Rays’ and Dodgers’ methods of team-building that led them to the World Series (36:11). 4-time NFL Pro Bowl safety Blaine Bishop on the Tennessee Titans’ perfect start amidst adverse circumstances ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the also-unbeaten Pittsburgh Steelers (48:08). Buffalo Bills WR Cole Beasley discusses the team’s season thus far, and playing with QB Josh Allen (1:09:13).

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We discuss the Dodgers’ Game 1 win at the World Series, and Blue Jays President/CEO Mark Shapiro’s comments from his end-of-season media availability. Hockey Central’s Brian Burke on Ilya Mikheyev’s new deal with the Leafs, the NHL’s arbitration process, and the Chicago Blackhawks’ rebuild (20:17). Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi on Shapiro’s remarks about his future in Toronto, and Charlie Montoyo’s current outlook with the Blue Jays (39:17). Former Dallas Cowboys fullback Tyler Clutts on the team’s 2-4 start (still good for 1st in the NFC East!), potential discord with new head coach Mike McCarthy, and how different the circumstances surrounding this season have been for players (48:21). Former Dodgers and Blue Jays outfielder Shawn Green on the Dodgers and Clayton Kershaw’s Game 1 performance (1:10:18). We discuss Marcus Stroman’s latest thoughts on the Yankees’ rotation.

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The Athletic’s Bob Kravitz on the Indiana Pacers’ hiring of Raptors assistant Nate Bjorkgren as their new head coach (8:01). Abbotsford (BC) Senior Secondary School head football coach Jay Fujimura on his former WR, Chase Claypool of the Pittsburgh Steelers (19:11).  The Athletic’s Andy McCullough on the Dodgers ahead of the World Series, and what’s at stake for Clayton Kershaw (36:13). The “Nothing Personal with David Samson” Podcast’s David Samson on the World Series matchup, the Marlins’ firing of GM Mike Hill, and former Astros GM Jeff Luhnow’s return to the public eye (49:57). CBS Sports’ Amy Trask on the Bills’ loss to the Chiefs, Tua Tagovailoa being named the Dolphins’ starting QB, and reports of player discord with Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy (1:13:24).

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