The Forgotten Sports Podcast

Episode Summary: Cody and Alex return to break down a wild week in San Jose Sharks hockey. The guys dive deep into the recent Florida road trip, highlighted by a hard-fought battle against the Panthers and a tough test in Tampa Bay. They discuss the immediate impact of the Kiefer Sherwood acquisition and whether GM Mike Grier is signaling a massive “buy” phase as the trade deadline approaches.

Plus, we break down the viral moment of the year: the Alex Nedeljkovic vs. Sergei Bobrovsky goalie fight. Finally, we wrap up with our final predictions as the Road to the Royal Rumble heats up.

🕐 Episode Highlights:

* 1:10 – Sharks Florida road trip recap: The highs and lows

* 5:00 – Kiefer Sherwood: What does he bring to the lineup?

* 6:00 – Gloves Off: The Nedeljkovic & Bobrovsky brawl

* 7:50 – Goalie Controversy? Evaluating the situation in net

* 10:45 – Trade Deadline Strategy: Should the Sharks go “All In”?

* 13:10 – PSA: Bay Area Unite Night (Sharks x 49ers) at SAP Center

* 15:30 – Wrestling Talk: Final stop on the Road to Royal Rumble

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Alex & Cody dive deep into the chaotic fallout from Survivor Series: WarGames and make bold predictions for Saturday Night’s Main Event (including the potential involvement of The Rock). They also cover the biggest headlines in Bay Area Sports, breaking down the latest for the San Jose Sharks and San José State Spartans football.

🕐 Episode Highlights:

:30 Happy Birthday to Alex!

2:20 Survivor Series: WarGames recap

6:40 John Cena’s farewell on Saturday

9:10 Will the Rock be involved Saturday?

13:50 Favorite Cena Matches & Memories

18:05 Sharks road win in Toronto

20:00 Danny Scudero All-American and Transfer Portal

20:50 Final thoughts heading into Saturday Night’s Main Event

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Join Alex & Cody, as they debate the stunning San Jose Sharks resurgence and ask if Macklin Celebrini is truly the league’s next generational star. The discussion also covers the growing drama around the NBA’s load management crisis and a complete breakdown of the action from WWE Survivor Series in San Diego.

🕐 Episode Highlights:

* :55 Sharks stunning turnaround since October 23rd

* 1:55 Macklin Celebrini’s ascension to NHL lore

* 3:20 The energy is back at SAP Center!

* 4:40 Yaroslav Askarov looks like a franchise goalie

* 8:15 Upcoming schedule for San Jose

* 14:15 WWE Survivor Series: WarGames preview

* 19:00 The NBA’s growing load management issue: Where do we draw the line?

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San Jose Sharks Road Trip Recap (2025-2026 Season)

Cody & Alex discussed the Sharks securing their first two wins of the 2025-2026 season on the road (1:45).

What Went Right

* Macklin Celebrini’s Unbelievable Performance: The conversation highlights the maturation of Macklin Celebrini turning into a superstar (3:45), which is described as an unbelievable performance. Celebrini’s early season success is a major bright spot for the team.

* Exciting Times Ahead: Cody and Alex express optimism about exciting times ahead for Sharks fans (10:40), suggesting the team’s trajectory is positive, possibly fueled by the development of young players like Celebrini.

What Went Wrong

* Defensive Concerns: They address Yarslov Askarov’s recent performance (8:10) and argue that the defense needs to get better.

Wrestling’s Top Ten Heel Turns

The second half of the discussion focuses on a list of the top ten heel turns in wrestling history.

* Disagreement with Number One: Cody & Alex reveal their disagreement with the number one choice on the list(13:15), specifically stating that John Cena’s heel turn is not the best heel turn of all-time.

* Other Noteworthy Turns: They also make mention of heel turns that didn’t make the list (14:55), suggesting a broader discussion of wrestling history’s major betrayals. Given the context of the John Cena discussion, the top heel turn often debated against his is Hulk Hogan joining the nWo in 1996.

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Cody and Alex recap the first week of the 2025-2026 season of the San Jose Sharks. What went right, what went wrong and what’s next. They also discuss Danny Scudero’s record performance vs Wyoming and discuss if they can get back on track in the Mountain West.

🕐 Episode Highlights:

1:23 - Sharks first road game of the season in Utah.

6:28 – Can the ‘25-’26 Sharks find their footing and defensive balance?

10:10 - A very personal preview of the Sharks vs. Penguins matchup.

14:05 - The Spartans’ path in the Mountain West: Analyzing Danny Scudero’s historic performance.

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Cody and Alex dive into the upcoming 2025-2026 season for the San Jose Sharks, breaking down key storylines and what fans should watch for.

🕐 Episode Highlights:

1:06 – Quick recap of opening night around the NHL

3:14 – Sharks name their new leadership group for the season

6:16 – What San Jose can build on from the 2024-2025 campaign

11:30 – One player we’re excited to see take the next step

19:19 – Our picks for team leaders in key stat categories

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🎙️ Episode 16 of the Forgotten Sports Podcast is LIVE!

Get ready for an action-packed episode as Cody & Alex take you through the highs, the drama, and the headlines of the week in sports and entertainment!

In this high-energy episode, the guys break down:

The Austin 3:16 Promo – The iconic moment that changed wrestling forever. Cody & Alex reflect on its legacy and what it means to them. (Start at 0:35)

Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena on Monday Night Raw – What’s at stake in this epic showdown? The guys preview the confrontation and give their thoughts on the build-up to the clash of these two titans. (Start at 4:40)

CM Punk, Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins – What's next? – Tensions are high in this superstar trio. Cody & Alex break down what could happen next and where each of these wrestlers fits into the grand scheme. (Start at 12:45)

San Jose Sharks Struggles & Ovechkin's March to History – The Sharks continue to fight for relevance, while Alexander Ovechkin edges closer to an incredible milestone. Cody & Alex discuss the Sharks’ slump and Ovechkin's pursuit of history. (Start at 18:05)

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🎙️ Episode 15 of the Forgotten Sports Podcast is LIVE!

Join Cody & Alex as they dive into the most talked-about moments from the Elimination Chamber, including John Cena's shocking heel turn that has everyone buzzing. Plus, they discuss what's next for CM Punk, and take a deep dive into the Sharks' disastrous performance since December.

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🎙️ Episode 14 of the Forgotten Sports Podcast is LIVE!

Join Cody & Alex as they break down the biggest moments from the 2025 Royal Rumble and the latest seismic shifts in the NBA. From shocking Royal Rumble surprises to blockbuster trades that could reshape the future of the league.

In this high-energy episode, the guys dive into:

* WWE Tag Team Championship: DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns (Start: 0:30).

* Women’s Royal Rumble: Charlotte Flair claims victory in an unforgettable showdown (Start: 1:28).

* WWE Undisputed Title: Cody Rhodes turns up the aggression vs Kevin Owens (Start: 21:55).

* Is John Cena teasing a heel turn? We analyze the signs! (Start: 15:00).

* Luka Dončić for Anthony Davis – A trade that could change the NBA landscape! (Start: 25:15).

* De’Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs – What does this mean for the Spurs’ future? (Start: 31:15).

* Super Bowl Predictions - Kansas City Chiefs Three-peat or Fly Eagles Fly? (Start: 37:10).

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🎙️ Episode 13 of the Forgotten Sports Podcast is here!Join Cody & Alex as they dive into the 2025 Royal Rumble with predictions, analysis, and everything leading up to the Road to WrestleMania!

In this action-packed episode, the guys cover:

* Royal Rumble match card breakdown (Starts at :30).

* Women’s Royal Rumble: Surprise entrants & predictions (Starts at 1:55).

* WWE Tag Team Championship: DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns (Starts at 5:05).

* Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens: Ladder Match for the Undisputed Championship (Starts at 7:05).

* Favorite Royal Rumble Eliminations (Starts at 10:35).

* Men’s Royal Rumble: Surprise entrants & predictions (Starts at 12:35).

* A deep dive into every Royal Rumble winner since 1988 (Starts at 18:35).

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