The Mike Francesa Podcast

Mike Francesa breaks down Week 1 in the NFL in the first Francesa Football Friday.

Radio Hall of Fame inductee Chris "Mad Dog" Russo joins Mike Francesa to look at the Mets & Yankees as October approaches. Mike & The Mad Dog also take a deep look at the NFL season before Week 1 kickoff. 

Mike Francesa looks ahead to this week's MLB matchups for the Mets & Yankees and wonders why anyone is pitching to Aaron Judge. The Mets are playing down to their competition in what should be wins against the Nationals and Pirates. Mike also answers your emails.

Although Aaron Judge continues to pound the ball, the Yankees are in a real tailspin in the bullpen, finishing the month with a 10-18 record.  The Mets went 19-11 this month, and you can feel the energy around this club. Mike Francesa gives his take on the state of both clubs and also answers listener emails.

Mike Francesa talks to WFAN founder Jeff Smulyan about the genesis of the station and the strength of sports radio across the nation.

Mike Francesa is back with thoughts on the Giants & Jets as they get ready for Week 1. The Mets are holding off Atlanta, but the Yankees have fallen back to Earth. The Bronx Bombers have been unable to rectify their closer situation, and now have to hope for the best. Mike also reads listener emails.

On this episode, Mike interviews Mariano Rivera, the former Yankees pitcher who played 19 seasons in NYC. Rivera is working as co-president of the new United International Baseball League, which aims to bring pro baseball to India, Pakistan, and the Middle East. Mariano also talks about the pressures of the MLB playoffs and the Yankees' chances of making the World Series.

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Mike answers your emails for the entire episode in a special edition of the Mike Francesa Podcast. Mike talks how he would rank the greatest NY sports moments on radio, his memoir, NFL broadcast teams, golf courses, athletes & sports leagues' relationships with betting, how baseball isn't connecting with the youth yet and all-time greatest pitchers. 

On this episode, Mike interviews former Yankees star Bernie Williams, a center fielder who won four World Series titles in New York. Williams was a five-time MLB All-Star and in 2015, the team honored him by retiring his uniform number 51.  Mike also chat about Williams' work as a guitarist, one who has released two jazz albums. He was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2009.

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On this episode, Mike Francesa digs into the latest on the NY Mets and Yankees, and offers his remarks on the lives and legacies of NBA legend Bill Russell and sports broadcaster Vin Scully. He also responds to your emails. 

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On this episode, Mike Francesa and NY Post columnist Steve Serby ask whether the NY Giants and NY Jets will find success in the upcoming NFL season. Giants head coach  Brian Daboll has his work cut out for him and his team may struggle to make the playoffs. The Jets are in a similar situation -- coach Robert Saleh and QB Zach Wilson must compete to win this year instead of playing not to lose.

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On this episode, Mike Francesa breaks down the high-intensity Subway Series between the Mets and Yankees. Max Scherzer faced down Aaron Judge & the Yanks and won bragging rights in NYC. Where do both clubs go from here, especially with the impending MLB trade deadline? Mike also reads and responds to your emails.

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Mike Francesa and MLB legend Bobby Valentine break down possible trade options regarding Juan Soto and the Mets, as well as the White Sox, Baltimore Orioles and other playoff hopefuls. They also dig into the massive NYC clash between the New York Yankees and NY Mets in the Subway Series.

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Mike Francesa breaks down the moves that both the Mets and Yankees must make before the MLB trade deadline. He then previews the highly anticipated clash between the Mets and Yankees in the Subway Series. You'll also hear him answer listener emails.

Buck Showalter joins Mike Francesa to talk about the first 90 games that finds the Mets in first place in the NL East. Mike & Buck talk about playing in New York, the New York fanbase and what it's going to take to make it to the World Series.

Mike Francesa updates listeners on the NY Yankees and Matt Carpenter, who broke out of a short slump and continue their dominating ways. He says next week's Subway Series between the Yankees and NY Mets is going to be the highlight of the summer sports season. Plus, a recap of the the thrilling British Open and Cam Smith's torrid putting, and answers to listener emails.

Mike Francesa breaks down the British Open at St. Andrews with Golfweek writer David Dusek. The course and weather forecast will likely favor long hitters this week, as well as players who can escape the course's 107 bunkers. Will LIV Golf participants be eligible to play in future major tournaments? Lawsuits and controversy loom on the horizon for both LIV converts and PGA hardliners. Plus, quick updates on the the NY Yankees and the NY Mets.

The New York Mets are starting to feel the heat from the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. The Boston Red Sox salvaged some pride over the weekend against the New York Yankees. Mike Francesa talks about these topics and Top 10 quarterbacks going into the 2022 NFL season. Matt Ryan is being overlooked.  Mike also answers your emails.

Mike Francesa breaks down the dominating Yankees bullpen & pegs the Citi Field Subway Series showdown on July 26 as the event of the summer. Mike also looks at the Baker Mayfield trade and responds to your emails, including his thoughts on Notre Dame going to a conference. 

Both Jacob deGrom & Max Scherzer made their way into the Mets lineup before the All-Star Break. Mike Francesa gives his analysis of their return. The Houston Astros keep showing that they're a top-tier squad; is a trading deadline arms race on the horizon between them & the New York Yankees? The Yanks are trying to find more ways to get Matt Carpenter into the lineup with his homer-laden bat. Mike also talks about Jalen Brunson's potential impact on the Knicks. Mike also reads your emails.

The Nets situation looks unsalvageable, but the Knicks are making key moves. Mike Francesa breaks down two teams going in different directions. College football is about to look unrecognizable because of all the money flowing in. Mike also answers your emails.

Mike Francesa comments on the red-hot NY Yankees and says that the NY Mets could be unstoppable in the NL East once Max Scherzer and Jacob DeGrom return. The NY Knicks desperately need a point guard like Jalen Brunson but they're relying on cooperation from the Dallas Mavericks. Also, the New York Giants and NY Jets are hopeful as the start of NFL training camp approaches. Finally, Mike responds to your emails.

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Mike Francesa reacts to the Yankees getting no-hit by the Astros and escaping with a series split. The Yankees bullpen is elite, but the Astros showed how to neutralize the Yankees bats. The Red Sox have somehow snuck into second place. Atlanta is starting to put the pressure on the Mets. Mike also reads your emails.

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00:00 Yankees vs. Astros is a great matchup
05:25 Red Sox are red hot & Mets keep winning
10:40 Can Mets win World Series without Jacob DeGrom?
17:00 NBA Draft thoughts
18:40 Mike reads your emails

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Mike Francesa welcomes Brian Geltzeiler to talk about what to expect at the NBA Draft.

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00:00 Wiggins was the key to Golden State's championship
09:15 Several options at the top of the draft
14:40 Expected pick order from Geltzeiler's sources
19:00 Will the Nets sign Kyrie Irving long-term?
22:10 How do the Lakers get better?
27:45 Can Phoenix rebound from their playoff loss?
31:25 Brian's top 10 draft board

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Mike Francesa & Bobby Valentine talk about the Yankees and their sky-high World Series hopes, as well as NY Mets postseason possibilities. The analyze MLB developments throughout the league and ask which clubs need to make serious trades before the deadline. Mike also talks about PGA player defections -- including Brooks Koepka --  to the LIV Golf Tour.

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00:00 Yankees are hot – what about other AL teams?
07:00 Analysis on the Angels, Rangers & NY Mets
14:00 Will the Red Sox trade aggressively?
21:00 Mike Trout & Shohei Ohtani are dangerous
29:00 The Dodgers are…disappointing?
36:40 Brooks Koepka to LIV Tour

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Mike Francesa recaps the U.S. Open, talks Yankees & Mets with Mark Feinsand, and reads your emails.

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00:00 US Open recap - Matt Fitzpatrick wins
05:45 Stanley Cup - Tampa Bay wins Game 3
07:54 Mark Feinsand, the Yankees & “The Franchise”
14:30 Don Mattingly is an icon
19:15 Is a Subway Series in the works?
26:00 Yankees strategies for the postseason
33:32 Mike answers your emails

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Mike Francesa dives into the first round of the US Open, the turnovers in Game 6 of NBA Finals, Yanks & Mets weekend, and answers some of your emails.

00:00 US Open 2022: No clear favorite, but don't get left behind
05:00 NBA Finals: Celtics could not control their turnovers
07:35 MLB: Yankees have never looked this good
12:30 MLB: Mets now have some competition for the NL East
15:15 Mike responds to your emails

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Join Mike Francesa as he previews the 2022 US Open golf tournament at the Country Club at Brookline. Rory McIlroy is favored to win following last weekend's triumph at the RBC Canadian Open. Phil Mickelson, embroiled in the LIV Golf drama, is an incredible 250-1 to win.

00:00 US Open 2022: Rory McIlroy favored
03:40 Brookline course preview: Deep rough, tiny greens
06:35 LIV Golf vs. PGA controversy is all about ______
12:00 US Open picks & contenders
18:20 Mike responds to your emails

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Mike says the NY Yankees are so hot that they must win the World Series, and the NY Mets are on fire, too. And speaking of fire, he thinks the Golden St. Warriors could take their fourth quarter momentum in Game 4 and keep pressing the Boston Celtics in Game 5 tonight. 

 Against a grueling postseason schedule, the NY Rangers simply ran out of gas versus the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tampa Bay looks to be in prime form entering the Stanley Cup Finals against the Colorado Avalanche.

00:00 The NY Yankees & Mets are both hot
05:00 Yankees must win the World Series
07:30 NBA Finals Game 5: Tatum is invisible & Curry is unstoppable
13:00 NY Rangers suffer tough ECF loss
18:13 Mike reads your emails!

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Join Mike Francesa and Brad Thomas as they break down the final leg of the Triple Crown. Favorites at the Run for the Carnations include We the People, Mo Donegal, and Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike, who skipped the Preakness. Other contenders include Skippylongstocking, Nest, Creative Minister, Golden Glider, and Barber Road. Mike and Brad also analyze Belmont betting strategies.

00:00 It's an 8-horse field at the Belmont
06:30 Rich Strike returns in prime form
10:40 Mo Donegal is a lot like Creator
16:00 Rich Strike upended horse betting odds
20:30 Belmont Stakes betting strategy

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Mike looks ahead to Game 5 between the NY Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning and analyzes the weekend in NY baseball. You'll hear updates on the NY Mets and their efforts to keep the red-hot Phillies at bay. But the big story is LIV Golf and the seismic shifts it is causing pro golf -- the PGA is officially scrambling as stars like Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson flee to the fledgling golf league. Mike also responds to your emails.

00:00 NY Rangers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning: Game 5 preview
03:30 NY Mets update & Phillies on fire
           Yankees update
07:20 LIV Golf is totally upending pro golf 
           New league puts the PGA in crisis mode
15:50 Mike responds to your emails!

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Mike Francesa talks Rangers game 3 against Tampa Bay, the epic Mets-Dodgers series this weekend, Yankees' perfect pitching and more.

Mike says the NY Rangers have been tremendous so far in the 2022 NHL playoffs -- and they keep getting better. In Game 1 of the NBA Finals, the Warriors and Celtics duked it out from the three-point line, and Boston won in spite of a terrible game from Jayson Tatum. He digs into NY Mets and NY Yankees updates and also responds to your emails.

00:00 NY Rangers are getting better by the game
02:30 NBA Finals: 83 three-point attempts in Game 1
08:20 NY Mets get blanked for the first time in 53 games
           NY Yankees loving Cortez's pitching
12:50 Mike responds to your emails

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Mike previews the NBA Finals matchup between the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors with guest Brian Geltzeiler. The Warriors are favored to win but Mike sees this one going the distance. The NY Rangers will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL Easter Conference Finals. Joe Micheletti and Mike analyze the matchup.

00:00 NBA Finals: Warriors favored - Tatum and Curry are MVP favorites
01:40 Controversial Max Strus three pointer erased
04:00 More fallout among the Phoenix Suns playoff loss
05:10 Devin Booker’s leadership issues
06:50 Celtics-Heat: Why did Jimmy Butler pull up for a three?
09:00 Celtics-Heat: 11-0 run almost cost Celtics the game
10:40 NBA Finals: Celtics match up well against Warriors
14:00 NBA Finals: Two keys for the Warriors
19:01 NBA Finals: Curry vs. Smart
21:15 NBA Finals: Brown & Thompson are wild cards
22:58 NBA Finals: Mike makes his prediction
27:50 NY Rangers: Now face the Tampa Bay Lightning
29:25 NY Rangers have championship intangibles
33:04 COACH
36:45 NY Rangers players to watch
43:45 Tampa Bay is incredibly resilient
48:45 Tampa Bay has a potent power play
53:12 Tampa Bay knows how to win big games
54:50 ECF predictions

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In this special episode of The Mike Francesa Podcast, Mike reflects on Memorial Day & the events in Texas. On the sports side, Rangers face a tough task in game 7 on the road in Carolina. At the quarter pole, Yankees have a 4.5 game lead and Mets 8.5 in their divisions. Mike reacts to the Celtics-Heat game 7.  Mike also answers your emails.

Mike Francesa talks Mets and Yankees, and while there are a lot of smiles in New York, there are reasons for concern. Former Mets manager Bobby Valentine weighs in. In the NHL, the Rangers have tied things up against Carolina and look to stick to their winning ways. Mike also talks NBA; Celtics and Warriors. 

00:00 Intro and reasons for concern in New York
00:30 Rangers are heading to game 5 and are looking for more
01:43 One step away from Boston-Golden State final
04:34 The Yankees are headed to Tampa while the Mets have had a rough couple of days
06:21 Bobby Valentine joins Mike to take stock of the MLB at the Memorial Day break
11:05 Mike lays out his case to Bobby on why he is concerned about the Yankees and Mets
17:45 Are the Mets pitching issues solvable? 
23:17 Should the Mets hang on to Escobar, or look for his replacement?
26:10 How does playing in New York affect player performance?
29:25 The NL has its favorites, but will the Braves make a run at the Mets?
34:03 Mike and Bobby discuss Aaron Judge
38:58 Bobby's thoughts at this point in the MLB season

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Mike Francesa welcomes former Mets manager Terry Collins to the show to talk about the Mets, Matt Harvey, and what it takes to really make it in New York. Also, Mike and Terry discuss the state of the baseball and how there is currently a transition in the MLB to an older style of play.

00:00 Mike Francesa talks baseball with former Mets manager Terry Collins
03:51 What happened with Matt Harvey
06:47 Historically, infielders don't do well with the Mets, is Francisco Lindor different?
08:56 Max Scherzer has an old-school attitude
11:55 Jacob deGrom performance breakdown
16:39 Mets bright spots for the 2022 season
19:34 Edwin Diaz is electrifying
20:30 How about those Yankees
24:00 The Giants are revolutionizing the way you develop a player
27:04 Is the MLB transitioning to an older style of play?
29:12 Balls are flying out of Yankee Stadium, but Citi Field, not so much
31:19 A lot of pitchers are off to fast starts
35:08 Terry Collins' managing philosophy
37:30 The Mets are in a good spot but can they overcome their issues
38:44 The Yankees have been on fire this season, but how should you bet on them

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Mike Francesa 2022 Preakness predictions. Brad Thomas joins Mike as they break down the field for the 147th running of The Preakness. Is Epicenter the favorite? Should Secret Oath even be in the Preakness? All this and more on this edition of The Mike Francesa Podcast.

00:00 Mike is disappointed in the sport -- for now
01:12 Mike and Brad review the blistering pace of the Kentucky Derby
04:24 In the Preakness, Epicenter will most likely be the favorite
06:38 Thoughts on Early Voting
08:54 Should Secret Oath be in the Preakness
11:39 A look at the rest of the field in the Preakness
14:01 Any excuses for Kentucky Derby non-winners
19:47 The Preakness has two horses that are above the rest
21:43 Thoughts on The Black Eyed Susan Stakes
23:04 Mike and Brad look ahead to the Belmont
25:32 NHL: how far will the Rangers go

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Mike Francesa welcomes former Mets manager Terry Collins to the show to talk about the Mets, Matt Harvey, and what it takes to really make it in New York. Also, Mike and Terry discuss the state of the baseball and how there is currently a transition in the MLB to an older style of play.

00:00 Mike Francesa talks baseball with former Mets manager Terry Collins
03:51 What happened with Matt Harvey
06:47 Historically, infielders don't do well with the Mets, is Francisco Lindor different?
08:56 Max Scherzer has an old-school attitude
11:55 Jacob deGrom performance breakdown
16:39 Mets bright spots for the 2022 season
19:34 Edwin Diaz is electrifying
20:30 How about those Yankees
24:00 The Giants are revolutionizing the way you develop a player
27:04 Is the MLB transitioning to an older style of play?
29:12 Balls are flying out of Yankee Stadium, but Citi Field, not so much
31:19 A lot of pitchers are off to fast starts
35:08 Terry Collins' managing philosophy
37:30 The Mets are in a good spot but can they overcome their issues
38:44 The Yankees have been on fire this season, but how should you bet on them

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Join Mike Francesa as he breaks down the PGA Championship and gives his thoughts on Phil Mickelson's absence. Yankees and Mets are already starting to separate from the path, but are the championship teams? Mike also reads your emails.

00:00 All eyes are on the NY Rangers
03:00 NY Rangers need better defense versus the Carolina Hurricanes
04:30 PGA Championship: Southern Hills
04:50 PGA Championship: Tiger Woods is playing
05:28 PGA Championship: Phil Mickelson won't defend his title
07:25 PGA Championship: Scottie Scheffler is favored
08:00 PGA Championship: Other top contenders
10:55 NY Yankees will probably win 100 games
12:20 NY Mets have two big advantages but also major weaknesses
20:00 Mike answers reader emails

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The NY Rangers won a thrilling Game 7 Sunday night, and Mike Francesa looks at how they got there and where they go from here. Mike also discusses the Phoenix flop, the Preakness Stakes, and reads your emails.

00:00 NY Rangers defeat Pittsburgh Penguins in OT
01:15 NY Rangers won in spite of flaws
02:38 Phoenix Suns' "stunning" collapse vs. Dallas Mavericks
05:00 Suns Devin Booker's superstar status at risk
09:50 Rich Strike not running the Preakness Stakes
13:00 The Triple Crown letdown
19:47 Mike responds to reader emails

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Mike Francesa gives your the rundown to get you ready for this weekend in sports. The Yankees have righted themselves to a meaningful pace. The Mets still have room to grow. The Rangers have to attack & take advantage of a weak Pittsburgh goaltending situation. How will this round of the NBA Playoffs play out? Bobby Valentine joins the show to give his baseball insights.

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How did Rich Strike win the Kentucky Derby? Mike Francesa reacts to the shocking Kentucky Derby upset. The Yankees & Mets are rolling, and Mike reacts to the weekend's games, including some thoughts on whining about the size of Yankees Stadium. 

00:00 Kentucky Derby Reaction
08:55 Yankees & Mets weekend recaps
11:25 Yankees traps on the horizon, Mets can go up from here
13:35 NY Rangers need to find consistency to take advantage of the Pens' backup goalie
15:30 NBA title is up for grabs for anybody, except Memphis
26:50 The Preakness is right around the corner

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It's Kentucky Derby time, and Mike Francesa welcomes Brad Thomas from to preview the run for the roses. The biggest horse racing weekend of the year is covered right here.

00:00 Kentucky Oaks preview: Nest is the horse to beat
1:43 Brad picks Nostalgic to win
6:17 High Oak update
7:33 Bob Baffert is at the Derby
14:43 Messier's chances to win
17:35 Brad picks Zandon as the horse to beat
22:26 Epicenter candidate for a fade
25:45 Mo Donegal may have some space to operate
28:22 Happy Jack breakdown
29:15 Smile Happy's pedigree
31:31 Crowd Pride comes in from Japan as a wildcard
34:52 Charge It has limited experience
37:42 Tiz the Bomb will struggle in the dirt
38:13 Pioneer of Medina with finishing problems
38:44 Simplification not on Brad's list
40:44 Barber Road had consistency, but unlikely to win
40:57 White Abarrio likely too far on the outside
42:40 Cyberknife belongs in the top tier, but green
44:50 Too many questions with Classic Causeway
46:35 Tawney Port grinds it out, but not fast enough
47:29 Zozos has had plenty of rest but starts way outside
48:54 Ethereal Road give D. Wayne Lukas another Derby starter
52:07 Brad lays out his key Kentucky Derby picks
54:23 What horse would be Brad's keeper?

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Mike Francesa digs into recent NY Mets & NY Yankees play with Bobby Valentine and asks whether Mike Trout is rounding back into form. Then, Mark Schlereth joins the show to offer NFL Draft reactions and discuss what it really takes to build an NFL offensive line. They also analyze recent QB moves, including Matt Ryan to the Colts and Russell Wilson to the Broncos. But the show all starts with Mike responding to listener emails!

00:00 Mike responds to your emails: Yankees, Jay Wright & NBA, Buck Showalter, the Cano exit
08:08 Mike & Bobby Valentine talk whether we'll see another Mets-Yankees Subway Series
11:20 Veteran pitchers Scherzer, Verlander, Kershaw off to fast start: Why?
16:50 Mike Trout rejuvenated
18:30 Yankees pen starting strong
20:24 Big league clubs as talent farms
22:45 Phillies aren't clicking but have so much talent
27:07 Have MLB umpires lost control?
30:00 Iconic milestones have gone to the wayside
31:50 Are the Angels over the hump?
40:00 Mark Schlereth joins Mike Francesa & debuts Man 101
43:00 Mike & Mark discuss which teams have set themselves up best for 2022 so far
47:25 Examining the strategy of the type of player a team wants to pay
50:12 Who will have the most immediate impact: Russell Wilson, Matt Ryan or Deshaun Watson?
56:40 How do you build an NFL offensive line?
1:04:20 Lack of practice time in the NFL
1:08:40 Toughness or versatility from the offensive lineman
1:13:30 Why coaches aren't patient
1:15:00 Superstar confidence

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Mike Francesa dives in with his 2022 NFL Draft Round 1 reactions. The NY Jets used their #4 pick on Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, a cornerback from Cincinnati, while the Giants used pick #5 for Kayvon Thibodeaux, a defensive end from Oregon. Hear Mike's take on those picks and more right now!

00:00 The Jets & Giants excelled in the first round
01:40 NY Jets - Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, CB, Cincinnati
03:58 NY Jets - Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State
04:20 NY Jets - Jermaine Johnson II, DE, Florida State
06:28 Giants - Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE, Oregon
09:28 Giants - Evan Neal, OT, Alabama
13:50 Recap of Draft Round 1

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Mike answers your emails, then talks with Albert Breer joins Mike to talk about this week's NFL Draft. Brian Geltzeiler also joins the show to talk about the current state of the NBA playoffs and the ousting of the Nets.  

00:00 Intro and listener emails 
07:33 Albert Breer joins the show to talk NFL Draft
18:50 Jets and Giants draft predictions
33:30 Quarterbacks and the 2022 NFL Draft
43:10 Brian Geltzeiler joins the show to talk NBA playoffs
01:20:20 Mets & Yankees short-term looks

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The NFL Draft is approaching, and Mike Francesa welcomes Mike Tannenbaum to the show to break down the 2022 draft.

00:00 Intro and how the NFL Draft became a marketing event 
02:08 Mike Tannenbaum joins the show to talk NFL Draft
42:45 How big of an embarrassment are the Nets?
44:36 Joey Gallo needs a change of scenery

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Mike Francesa interviews Jim Kaat, MLB Hall of Fame inductee, broadcaster and author of "Good as Gold." Kaat discusses his Hall of Fame career and the makeup of current pitching staffs. Mike and Jim also talk about other MLB legends, from Sandy Koufax to Frank Robinson to Carl Yastrzemski and Jack Buck, the famous announcer.

00:00 Intro
02:10 Jim Kaat was a great fielder (for a pitcher)
04:30 Kaat is finally going to the MLB Hall of Fame
06:15 Were the 1960's the golden age of pitching?
08:19 Kaat comments on the evolution of MLB pitching
12:25 Are advanced pitching analytics ruining MLB?
15:50 Starters are no longer expected to finish games
17:50 Sandy Koufax's extraordinary pitching ability
20:19 Memories of the legendary Jack Buck
23:10 Jim Kaat's long & award-winning TV career
24:55 Game announcing & interpersonal conflicts
28:40 Kaat struggled to strike out _______
30:55 Frank Robinson & Carl Yastrzemski were MLB icons
35:20 Kaat is an ambidextrous golfer!
40:10 Kaat is an avid traveler

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Mike Francesa breaks down NBA playoff developments, including the Devin Booker injury and the huge number of three-point shots that players are shooting. Bobby Valentine joins the show and they discuss the MLB ball, as well as the trend of low-scoring games so far this season. Plus, how will sports betting affect MLB games?

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00:00 Intro
00:55 Phoenix Suns & Devin Booker injury
03:13 Atlanta Hawks struggling against Miami's defense
03:50 NBA teams shooting loads of 3s
04:48 Young NBA stars are emerging in these playoffs
07:30 Today's NBA is full of scorers and 3-point shooters
11:10 Booker injury impact
12:40 NFL offseason scandals and bad PR
17:50 Recap of Mike's recent golf bets
20:10 Bobby Valentine joins the show
20:12 Charlie Blackmon, MLB & sports betting endorsements
23:48 Yankees vs. Detroit Tigers game lowlights
25:35 NY Mets are on fire & Max Scherzer is hot
27:25 What's up with the MLB ball this season?
32:15 Will a pitch clock help MLB?
35:40 Reasons this MLB season is low scoring so far
38:00 Why MLB pitchers are throwing much faster pitches
43:50 MLB surprises & disappointments
45:50 New base running rules need work
49:40 HBO's "Winning Time" sued by Jerry West

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