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  • The Swing - December 18, 2023 - Last Episode Of 2023, Oh Canada, & A Look Around The NFL w/Arif Hasan
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” To close out 2023, Brandon and Jacob discuss the state of Canadian teams in the NHL, and the inconsistency of coaching amongst those teams in pursuit of the 3 decades-long (and counting!) wait to see a Canadian team lift Lord Stanley.

    The guys also go over the Leafs, their possible goalie controversy, and how confident they are in the team come playoff time given their performance thus far in the season. Plus, they each list their favourite sports moments of 2023.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,'' with of course all things Monday Night Football. Following that, we continue the football talk as we welcome Vikings/NFL Writer and Owner of the Substack Newsletter: "Wide Left," Arif Hasan. Arif talks about his Vikings, their question marks at QB with a tough fight to make it into the playoffs. He also shares his opinions on the Bills finding their groove, the MVP race, and the future of Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob remind you of the great sports on the station to come in the new year featuring both the Raptors 905, and the Mississauga Steelheads. Also, a big thank you to the listeners, and Sauga 960 for all their support of “The Swing.”
    54 min
  • The Swing - December 11, 2023 - Ohtani Signs with the Dodgers, Blue Jays Offseason Plans, & Disappointing Showcase Cup for Raptors 905
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brendan Lang subs in for Brandon Da Ponte today as he and Jacob recap the big news from the weekend of Shohei Ohtani signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers. What does this mean for baseball? What does the rest of the Jays offseason look like? We discuss all of this, and more, with Chris Henderson. It's been a disappointing Showcase Cup for the Raptors 905. How can they bounce back in the new year? Ben Shulman joins the show with more. And in Overtime, we discuss this weekend's "Teddy Bear Toss" from the Paramount Fine Foods Centre.
    54 min
  • The Swing - December 4, 2023 - US College Football Debacle, Blue Jays in on Ohtani and Soto, Leafs Need a Trade & CFP Talk w/Erick Smith
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Despite both men battling a cold, Jacob shares his adventures stateside tailgating in Cincy, Ohio. The guys give their say on whether they think Florida State should’ve made the College Football Playoff. They’ll also get into the exciting rumours of Shohei Ohtani coming to the Jays.

    Then, Jacob and Brandon discuss the possibility of another big star in Juan Soto coming to the Blue Jays. They’ll also talk about how the Leafs are underperforming and how much of an upgrade is needed on their defence.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,'' with all things Monday Night Football. Following that, we talk all things College Football ahead of the Playoff set in the New Year with first-time guest, College Sports Editor at USA Today, Erick Smith. Erick explains why the committee made the right decision keeping Florida State outside the top 4, and looks ahead to what could be one of the best College Football Playoffs of all time.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob talk about the Raptors 905’s bright spot in the Showcase Cup, the Steelheads on the up and up, getting victories, plus the Eagles getting a major player in former All-Pro LB Shaq Leonard.
    53 min
  • The Swing - November 20, 2023 - International Hockey, Steelheads Check-Up w/Brendan Lang, & NFL Storylines w/RJ Ochoa
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob shares his hot take on chocolate cake. The guys also talk NHL’s recent Global Series in Sweden, a proposed 4-team global tourney coming in 2025 with NHL players. The guys also discuss a clean sweep for the Leafs in Sweden, and the incredible season thus far from William Nylander during a contract negotiation year for the forward.

    Then, Jacob and Brandon are joined by Co-host of the “Trout Talk” podcast, member of your Mississauga Steelheads broadcast team, as well as Host of “TIPS by Peel Crime Stoppers,” Brendan Lang. Brendan gives his take on the chocolate cake debacle but also shares insight into why there’s been a dip in play from the young Steelheads roster during the month of November.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,'' packed with everything Monday Night Football related. Following that, we chat with a first-time guest - Manager & Editor-in-chief of SB Nation’s “Blogging The Boys,” and "The Ocho & The SB Nation NFL Show" Podcast, RJ Ochoa. RJ talks about the Cowboys and their QB Dak Prescott playing mistake-free football and doing what needs to be done to win games. Plus, RJ dives into Joe Burrow being out for the season, the 49ers hitting their stride, the Jets moving on from Zach Wilson, and previews up the massive Super Bowl rematch in the Monday nighter between the Chiefs and Eagles.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob talk about the Raptors 905’s abysmal start to the Showcase Cup, Brandon raves about the 110th Grey Cup, and lastly, they’ll chat about some new names on the ballot for the Baseball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024.
    55 min
  • The Swing - November 13, 2023 - Leafs Turn Things Around (Sort Of), 905 Season Preview w/ Andrew Damelin, & NFL Week 10 Recap w/Mitch Milani
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob serves solo-host duties today, and in his monologue touches on a variety of topics, including the Leafs turning things around (sort of), taking a victory lap on Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, and marking a couple of notable birthdays.

    In the second segment, he is joined by Andrew Damelin, reporter for Raptors Republic. They preview what's to come for the Raptors 905, and discuss the slow start for the team.

    Then, after "Bets of the Week", Mitch Milani, host of "The Bottom Line View" on YouTube, recaps week 10 NFL action, and previews tonight's game between the Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos.

    In Overtime, Jacob shares the latest on MLB awards night.
    54 min
  • The Swing - November 6, 2023 - Trouble In Leaf Land, Un-Entertaining World Series, & Raps Early Season Check-Up w/Mike Luciano
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob share their thoughts on the Leafs' lacklustre start to the season, and what’s going wrong with the team as they go through a 4 game losing skid. The guys get into the 1st World Series win for the Texas Rangers. After that the guys discuss Steelheads, Raptors, Raptors 905, and of course talk about some big storylines from Week 9 of the National Football League.


    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.'' Following that, the boys welcome back and chat Raptors basketball with Editor of Raptors Rapture on the FanSided Network, Mike Luciano. Mike gives his take on Scottie Barnes being the Raps' brightest shining star thus far under new head coach Darko Rajakovic and also discusses how concerning the lowly start of the season it has been for Pascal Siakam, and whether we could see him traded down the line.


    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob react to an abysmal and embarrassing 1st period from the Leafs against the Lightning.
    54 min
  • The Swing - October 23, 2023 - MLB Postseason Entertainment, Trout Are Flying w/Brendan Lang, & Leafs Season Preview w/John Viveiros
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob talk about some exciting postseason baseball on display in both the AL & NL Championship Series.

    After that, we’re joined by a good buddy of the show, as well as the Host of “Trout Talk” and a member of our Mississauga Steelheads broadcast crew, Brendan Lang. Brendan explains the recipe for success so far for the Steelheads in this young season.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.'' Following that, the boys speak with the Host of “Hot Take Hockey,” on YouTube, and a friend of the program, John Viveiros to provide a little of a Maple Leafs season preview. John gives his take on a possible controversy between the pipes, predictions for the team, and William Nylander’s switch to centre as he chases a new deal.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob react to some crazy results from NFL Week 7!
    54 min
  • The Swing - October 16, 2023 - Jays Rehab Session, York United End of Season Debrief w/Eoin O’Callaghan, & Bedard/Matthews Hot Starts
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob discuss Halloween upcoming, possible costumes and whether or not the holiday means much as you grow older. Then, of course, the guys play the blame game and explain the strongest factor in the Jays being swept in the Wild Card Series to Minnesota.

    After that, we’re joined by a good friend of the show, Host of “Added Time: The York United Show,” and Vice-President of Content and Communication Strategy at York United FC, Eoin O’Callaghan. Eoin describes the trials and tribulations this past season for the Nine Stripes and explains why despite the tough early elimination from this year’s playoffs; the future is bright for York United.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.'' Following that, the boys chat some football and talk about the Number 1 overall pick, Connor Bedard and give some projections on how his first season in the NHL could turn out.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob give their initial thoughts on the Leafs’ early success 2 games in and arguably the even more successful start for superstar, Auston Matthews.
    53 min
  • The Swing - October 2, 2023 - Steelheads Winning Start w/Zack Bodenstein, & Jays Postseason Predictions
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob briefly discuss their stance on the Jays and Twins Wild Card Series. Then the boys get into some notable things they saw in Week 4 along with news about Jonathan Taylor.

    After that, we’re joined by a good friend of the show, one of the Hosts of “Trout Talk,” and play-by-play/Colour Commentator of the Steelheads here on Sauga 960, Zack Bodenstein. Zack talks about the impressive play from the Steelheads as they grab 2 victories from their opening 2 games, and he’ll discuss what players are projected to have an outstanding season for the Trout.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.'' Following that, the guys go more in-depth on the Jays postseason chances and Jacob explains his reasoning as to why the Blue Jays will progress past the wild card, meanwhile, Brandon argues the opposite.
    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob discuss the biased broadcasting of NBC during football games this season, and bias from the NFL in favour of the Chiefs.
    54 min
  • The Swing - September 25, 2023 - Mississauga Steelheads Season Preview w/Mikey K, & Jays Final Playoff Push w/Chris Henderson
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon congratulates Jacob on his Cardinals beating the Cowboys, plus the guys break down some other headlining games from Week 3 in the NFL.

    After that, junior hockey is back for another season of fast-paced and exciting action, which also means we get to see our Mississauga Steelheads. Mikey “K” Karafilidis, one of the Hosts of “Trout Talk,” and Play by Play/Colour Commentator of the Steelheads here on Sauga 960 AM joins the show for a season preview. Mikey highlights what he’s most excited about, some impressive young guns on the roster, and gives his predictions.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.'' Then, we have arguably one of our most talented guests and baseball writer, formerly of Jays Journal, Chris Henderson return to the show just in time for the Blue Jays final week of the season as they look to be in prime position to clinch their spot in the postseason. Chris talks about his aspirations if they’re to make it in and what has become of Alek Manoah.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob discuss the possibility of Damian Lillard becoming a Toronto Raptor. The Leafs have begun their pre-season and the guys talk about if William Nylander will get his contract soon or not.
    57 min

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Tune in every Monday at 7 to “The Swing” as Brandon Da Ponte and Jacob Goldbach hit the sweet spot between local, national, and global sports.

They’ll discuss all of the important and relevant…