Episodes

Who do they think will come out with a win this weekend? What does Ryan mean to UNC? What’s going to be the difference makers for each team? Who is likely to step up the most? What has surprised Candace and Brenden about these teams?

Luke DeCock, News & Observer, on his thoughts regarding the Carolina Hurricanes grabbing Jake Guentzel and what he anticipates during the Duke vs UNC game this Saturday. Who is this new Carolina Hurricanes team, making trade deadline moves? What does this do for the Canes’ draft capital? How does this move change things up for the players that are there now and the future? Who does Luke give the advantage to in the Duke vs UNC matchup?

Brian Geisinger, 247 Sports, on this huge ACC basketball rivalry game and more. What’s the difference between Duke then and Duke now? Who might have the edge in this matchup? What’s the rebound percentage when Sean Stewart is on the court? Who’s been key for Duke? UNC? How does Brian see this huge rivalry matchup going? What’s the element Brian thinks will decide this game?

Tripp Tracy, Carolina Hurricanes PxP, on Jake Guentzel coming to the Carolinas and what that means for this team pursuing the Stanley Cup. How much does this amplify the team? This is very new for the Carolina Hurricanes to make moves like this, so what was the differing factor that helped grab up Jake? Will Jake be playing with Sebastian Aho? Does Tripp think this could be disruptive, in a good way? Where does Tripp think Jake will do best on the Canes line setup?

The Carolina Hurricanes are waiting until the last minute to make any moves, if they plan on making any. What are the possible routes they can take and which routes should they take?

The Carolina Panthers have to make a decision on Brian Burns. What would things look like if he stayed and if he went? Do the Carolina Panthers have a strategy going into the 2024-25 NFL draft? What are potential moves they can make, with very little to work with?

Walt Ruff, Carolina Hurricanes Reporter, on where the Carolina Hurricanes are in regards to picking up new players and/or getting rid of current players? Are there concerns that Jake Guentzel is coming in with injuries? Has Walt noticed any of the current players showing concern about their positions? Who’s going to be starting in net tonight? What can we anticipate seeing with all of the goalies the Canes have and spreading them out throughout the next few games? If Anderson is activated, that ...

Elliot Johnson, former MLB player, on opening day and a look into the 2024-25 season. The Baltimore Orioles just DON’T want to spend money, so how do they anticipate winning; ever? Does Elliot like the International Series?

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, on college conferences and where they’re heading. Can Notre Dame be pushed into a conference category? Why does Chip believe things will eventually work out in a positive way for college sports? What does Chip think the fallout will be from Dartmouth’s recent decisions? Will Wake Forest make it to the NCAA tournament?

Joe Person, The Athletic, on Brian Burns getting tagged, Hayden Hurst was released; so what might this mean for the roster? How much is enough to get Brian Burns away from the Panthers? What are the Panthers likely to do in this upcoming draft, from Joe’s perspective? What does Joe think Burns could be worth when it comes to draft picks? Does Joe see Burns staying in Carolina? What have the Panthers NOT had in a while, that’s continuing to bite them?

Len Spungin, former Duke media, on what it was like working this big matchup between rivals over a 30 plus year span. There’s always been a media crush for this matchup, so what was the difference for him with this game vs other big rivalries? Was there anything he had to do to manage people? Has he ever had to explain to other media members and coaching staff why media row is what it is at Cameron stadium?

E.J. Hradek, NHL Network, was on PxP for the Canes vs Jets games; so what were he’s thoughts from that game and what kind of moves does E.J. see the Carolina Hurricanes making. Which teams are going to have some challenges for many years to come, and why does he believe the Canes could fall into this category? What mistakes did E.J. see in the Winnipeg Jets game from this past Saturday? How does he think Pyotr has been doing? Other than Florida, who’s the next best team in the East?

Brett Friedlander, Saturday Road, goes over where he believes each team is ranked and why. Which team do Adam and Brett disagree on about whether they’re good or not? Why does home floor and on the road games change who THIS team is? Brett goes over where he’d place THESE players and why; do you agree?

Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports, on an overview of the combine and the most recent NFL updates. What’s Ryan’s take on the Denver Broncos and Russell Wilson break up? Would Ryan take two 2 nd round picks for Brian Burns from the Washington Commanders, if it were offered?

Mike DeCourcy, Sporting News, on the things that bother him in regards to the NET and college basketball. Why is the ACC, and their coaches, still in the complaining phase and not taking any action?? Here’s what they’re teaching their team to do, when it comes to poor scheduling? What has Mike seen with the growth of the Duke Blue Devils this season? Mike has seen these teams play, so how would he rank them?

Conor O’Neill, Deacon/Demon Illustrated, on the rivalry game tonight and where he sees Duke’s ceiling as we approach the NCAA tournament. What was the difference in THIS game for the Duke Blue Devils? Are we seeing more of THIS player because they have a plan? What’s helping to build Sean Stewart’s confidence? Wake Forest grabs a loss at ND, so what does Conor make of their performances in games like this? Will this just add more fuel to the committee, since Wake Forest seems to struggle with te...

Adam Smith, Inside Carolina, on their season thus far and what their ceiling could potentially be going into the NCAA tournament. It feels like it’s been an atypical basketball team for Adam Gold, when looking at UNC this season. Does Adam Smith agree? Things were getting a little heated on the court during UNC’s game vs NC State last Saturday. Is this their new approach this season, in addition to the other quirks they’ve shown this season? Which former player is thrown out as a comparison to a...

Julian Council, Locked on Panthers Podcast, on what he saw at the combine and how that might translate into next season. What was Julian’s biggest takeaway from the combine? Who showed up and participated and who wasn’t even there? The trade deadline is coming up tomorrow, so what does Julian think the endgame is here for Brian Burns and the Carolina Panthers? What moves might they make? What does Julian think it’s time the Carolina Panthers did and grabbed a new person at THIS position?

Don Waddell, Carolina Hurricanes GM and president, on where the team is at right now in their season and what can he tell us about the upcoming NHL trade deadline. How quickly can he wash a game like Saturday and move on to the next one? The Canes aren’t likely to carry 4 goalies, so what is the plan with their goaltender roster? Is everything on the table or are there some things that are “untouchable”? Is there a specific area the Canes would like to address? How involved is Rod Brind’Amour in...

Jason Sobel, SiriusXM/Action Network, on the return of Anthony Kim and what he anticipates seeing after so much time off. Where is PGA and LIV going now? LIV decided that they’re going to change things up from what they once tried to do.

Brian Geisinger, 24/7Sports, on college basketball games from the week and upcoming ACC matchups this weekend? How did Wake Forest give up THAT many points to Notre Dame?? Does Brian think Wake Forest will handle business in Virginia when they take on VT this Saturday? Is there another candidate in the ACC that might get a vote for Player of the Year, not named RJ Davis? What level are we seeing Kyle Filipowski right now and how he’s being utilized? Should Jared McCann be Freshman of the Year?

Luke DeCock, News & Observer, on the Carolina Hurricanes as we come up on the NHL trade deadline and ACC Basketball. Does Luke see them bringing THIS talented player onto the Canes, after a tweet last night? If so, who does he see going to make room? What did Luke make of the Canes’ win over Columbus last night? How did he think Spencer Martin looked against his former team?

Will Brinson, CBS Sports, on what we should be looking at during the NFL combine and mock draft picks. Why would the Commanders give up Sam Howell? Who should we look out for in the combine? Which prospects has the most potential? Who would Will go with in the draft, as of right now; Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels?

Greg Wyshynski, ESPN/NHL Senior Writer, on the moves that may be made throughout the NHL. What might the Carolina Hurricanes do in the trade deadline? What SHOULD they do? Does Greg see the Canes paying the prices they’d need to, to get these higher up players? Looking at how the Canes have worked in other trade opportunities, does Greg think they’ll change their prior tactics or keep the pocket strings tight?