Episodes

May 12, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes sign Mark Jankowski to a 2-year extension; NFL Schedule release

Dennis Cox discusses the Carolina Hurricanes signing Mark Jankowski to a 2-year contract extension, and how it impacts their Stanley Cup Playoff window. Plus, the NFL is slowing releasing the 2026 schedule dates, and why Dennis doesn't want the Carolina Panthers to play on a particular weekend.
May 11, 2026

Is concern warranted for Carolina Hurricanes' top line? Lee Hunter standing out at Carolina Panthers rookie minicamp

Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss whether fans should express concern about the Carolina Hurricanes' top forward line's lack of production, or have faith that they will get going in the Eastern Conference Final. Also, they react to the Carolina Panthers' draft picks' weekend at rookie minicamp, pointing out a potential contributor on defense in Lee Hunter.
May 11, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes start playoffs 8-0 with second round sweep of Philadelphia

Dennis Cox & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' game 4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, completing a second round sweep to start the Stanley Cup Playoffs 8-0. They also debate pundits and fans that claim Carolina has had an easy path to the conference final.
May 8, 2026

Carolina Panthers begin rookie mini camp; Carolina Hurricanes won't be pushed around

Dennis Cox discusses which Carolina Panthers rookie he's most excited about watching during rookie mini camp. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes won't get pushed around by the opponents after a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 3 of the second round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
May 8, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes take a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Philadelphia Flyers with a 4-1 win in Game 3

Dennis Cox discusses the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1, to take a 3-0 series lead in the second round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
May 7, 2026

Two new sports sanctioned in NC high schools; Does Xavier Legette still have a role for the Carolina Panthers?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Joel Bryant, managing editor of HighSchoolOT, to break down girls flag football and boys volleyball being sanctioned as North Carolina high school sports. Also, they discuss Xavier Legette's role with the Carolina Panthers in an increasingly crowded wide receiver room.
May 7, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes seeking commanding 3-0 series lead in Philly; NBA playoffs getting to the good part

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' opportunity to take a 3-0 series lead in Philadelphia against the Flyers in round two of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Also, they recap all the NBA playoff action from last night, and look ahead to a potential clash of titans in the Western Conference Final.
May 6, 2026

A full NC State check-in on Wolfpack Wednesday; Top seeds defend home court in the NBA playoffs

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 247, to get a full upate on all things NC State football, basketball and baseball on a Wolfpack Wednesday. Also, they discuss the latest action in the second round of the NBA playoffs.
May 6, 2026

Pundits continue to doubt the Carolina Hurricanes; More change coming to college football?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and whether pundits and media personalities are starting to come around on the Carolina Hurricanes. Also, they react to some proposed changes to college football's schedule and postseason from the AFCA.
May 5, 2026

Second round of NBA playoffs is underway; ABS is coming to college baseball

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the second round of the NBA playoffs getting underway, with the New York Knicks blowing out the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Minnesota Timberwolves stealing game 1 on the road against the San Antonio Spurs. Also, they react to ABS technology being adopted by the SEC in college baseball.
May 5, 2026

Taylor Hall scores in OT to give Carolina Hurricanes 2-0 series lead over Philadelphia Flyers

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-2 overtime win over the Philadelphia Flyers in game 2 of their second round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs; how did the Canes respond to their first deficit of the playoffs? Also, they welcome in 99.9 The Fan Canes Insider Adam Gold for further perspective on the win, as well as the series as a whole as it heads north to Philadelphia.
May 4, 2026

Stanley Cup Playoffs getting messy in the second round; NBA eliminations reveal teams' ceilings

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Stanley Cup Playoff action from over the weekend, including the Canadiens winning game 7 over the Lightning with only nine shots on goal and a crazy game between the Wild and Avalanche. Also, they discuss how some NBA playoff eliminations reveal the true ceilings for certain teams.
May 4, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes looking for 2-0 second round series lead tonight; Paul McNeil Jr. returning to NC State

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' round 2, game 2 matchup with the Philadelphia Flyers. After a dominant victory in game 1 on Saturday, can the Canes continue to lean on their experience to take a 2-0 series lead? Also, they react to Paul McNeil Jr. announcing his return to NC State basketball for a third season.
May 1, 2026

Duke basketball strikes deal with Amazon Prime; MLB expansion looming as labor talks continue

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to Duke basketball's partnership with Amazon Prime, which will see the streaming service exclusively broadcast three Blue Devil non-conference games next season. Also, they discuss the NBA and NHL playoffs, as well as MLB expansion buzz, as players and owners negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement.
May 1, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Philadelphia Flyers Game 1 scheduled for Saturday night

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview Game 1 of the second round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers, which is now scheduled for a Saturday night in Raleighwood. They also welcome in 99.9 The Fan's Adam Gold for more analysis on the series as a whole.
April 30, 2026

ACC baseball reaching the home stretch of conference play; Duke basketball lands top international prospect

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Daron Vaught, host of ACC Baseball etc. and voice of college baseball on ESPN, to discuss the ACC baseball landscape as we reach the home stretch of conference play. How many ACC teams will be selected for the NCAA Tournament? Also, they react to Duke landing a commitment from highly-touted international prospect Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, as well as Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan's comments on their most recent draft class.
April 30, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes will face Philadelphia Flyers in second round; LIV Golf losing PIF funding

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Philadelphia Flyers winning their first round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins, meaning they will be the second round opponent for the Carolina Hurricanes. Also, they discuss LIV Golf reportedly losing its funding from the Saudi Public Investment Fund.
April 29, 2026

NC State basketball's recruiting wins, so far

Paul Ihander is joined by Pack Power 24/7 editor Cory Smith to talk about NC State’s efforts to fill out the men’s basketball roster and the baseball team’s last ditch push to make the post-season + you get a Game 6 NBA and you get a Game 6 NHL.
April 29, 2026

NCAA's idea to expand March Madness, and filling college hoops rosters with European imports

Paul Ihander goes in-depth on the NCAA’s bright idea to expand the men’s and women’s March Madness college basketball tournaments and shut down the outsiders who want a piece of the action + the trend of filling college hoops rosters with European imports, like North Carolina just did.
April 28, 2026

Cooper Flagg wins NBA Rookie of the Year; Interesting developments in MLS and LIV Golf

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to Cooper Flagg narrowly beating out Kon Knueppel to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Also, they discuss a potential MLS relocation and LIV Golf's financial issues.
April 28, 2026

Logan Stankoven and Carolina Hurricanes still waiting for second round opponent

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' playoff run thus far, highlighting the exceptional play of Logan Stankoven. They also ponder the question: would Carolina rather play Pittsburgh or Philadelphia in the second round?
April 27, 2026

Carolina Panthers address multiple positions in NFL Draft; LeBron on the brink of eliminating KD

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Panthers' 2026 NFL Draft class, headlined by first round pick Monroe Freeling out of Georgia. Will any of their picks be starting week one of the 2026 season? Also, they show appreciation for LeBron James and Kevin Durant, who are providing some elite basketball late in their careers.
April 27, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes sweep Ottawa Senators in first round of Stanley Cup Playoffs

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' Game 4 victory over the Ottawa Senators, completing the first round sweep and punching their ticket to a second round date with Philadelphia or Pittsburgh.
April 24, 2026

Carolina Panthers select OT Monroe Freeling in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Carolina Panthers drafting Georgia tackle Monroe Freeling with the 19th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Did GM Dan Morgan make the right pick by bolstering their offensive line depth? Also, they touch on some of the other headlines from the first round of the draft.