Episodes

April 23, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders Game 3; NFL Draft; Charlotte Hornets

During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly about the Carolina Hurricanes vs the New York Islanders, including the injury to Brett Pesce, and if Pyotr Kochetkov should start in net over Frederik Andersen in Game 3 of the series. Also, questions about JJ Redick interviewing for the Charlotte Hornets head coaching job, and the 2024 NFL Draft.
April 23, 2024

Carolina Panthers can find value at RB during 2024 NFL Draft; Drake Maye and 2024 NFL Draft

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales approach to the 2024 NFL Draft, including how the team can find value at running back either late in the draft, or possibly an undrafted free agent to go along with Chuba Hubbard & Miles Sanders. Also, Tim breaks down Drake Maye and where he might land in the 2024 NFL Draft, with the possibilities being the Washington Commanders, New England Patriots, and possibly Minnesota Vikings.
April 23, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes complete comeback in Game 2 over New York Islanders; Seth Trimble to return to UNC Basketball

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes winning Game 2, 5-3, over the New York Islanders despite trailing 3-0 in the 2nd period, and how there's no way the New York Islanders bounce back from this loss. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball guard Seth Trimble leaving the transfer portal to return to North Carolina basketball, which is big for head coach Hubert Davis.
April 23, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders Game 2: Pesce injured; stars showed up for Canes

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-3 comeback win over the New York Islanders in Game 2 of the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but how the Canes might be without defenseman Brett Pesce after leaving Game 2 with an injury. Also, the top players for the Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour showed up late in the game when they needed it most.
April 22, 2024

Breaking Down the Carolina Hurricanes' Top Performers: Game 1 Victory Analysis; Walt Ruff

Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox dissect the Carolina Hurricanes' impressive 3-1 triumph over the New York Islanders in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs first round. From standout plays to pivotal moments, Tim & Dennis delve into who emerged as the Hurricanes' top three players during this intense matchup. Also, Walt Ruff, Hurricanes.com reporter, joined Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox to preview game two of the first-round series between the Canes and the New York Islanders.
April 22, 2024

Bryce Young must elevate play for Carolina Panthers in 2024; Tom Dundon & Justin Williams

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales approach to the 2024 NFL Draft with helping Bryce Young, but that QB Bryce Young needs to elevate his play. Also, during today's Canes "Cup Check-In" on 99.9 The Fan - served up by Abbey Road Tavern and Grill - In Cary and Apex, your neighborhood rock n' roll sports bars, Adam Gold was joined earlier by Tom Dundon, Carolina Hurricanes Owner, & Justin Williams, Former Carolina Hurricane, to talk discuss wh...
April 22, 2024

Harrison Ingram declares for NBA Draft; UNC basketball must be active in transfer portal

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball forward Harrison Ingram entering the 2024 NBA Draft, and how North Carolina basketball head coach Hurbert Davis needs to be active in the transfer portal to replace players, but with the major question being if guard RJ Davis will return. Also, Duke basketball head coach Jon Scheyer has been active in the transfer portal grabbing two role players. Also, Tim & Dennis are joined by Kat Campbell, WRAL Meteorologist, for a Carolina Hurricanes fan tai...
April 22, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes must have stronger Game 2 vs. New York Islanders; Mike Maniscalco

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes winning Game 1 of the Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders, 3-1, but that the Canes should not be happy with their Game 1 performance and need to play stronger in Game 2 at PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC. Also, as Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox prepare for Game 2 of the first round in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they get exclusive insight from Carolina Hurricanes play-by-play commentator Mike Maniscalco. Tim, Dennis, & Mike preview the upcoming ...
April 19, 2024

Dontrez Styles to transfer to NC State basketball; Sean Stewart enters transfer portal, 7th Duke basketball player to leave

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts being able to finally recruit Dontrez Styles to the Wolfpack, this time out of the transfer portal from Georgetown basketball. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball forward Sean Stewart entering the transfer portal, making him the 7th Blue Devil player to enter the portal, and how Jon Scheyer will have to replace 10 players off of last season's roster.
April 19, 2024

Should Carolina Hurricanes rotate goalies in playoffs?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the Carolina Hurricanes continue their goalie rotation of Frederik Andersen & Pyotr Kochetkov during the Stanley Cup Playoffs to keep their rhythm & routine of the regular season.
April 19, 2024

Stanley Cup or Bust for Carolina Hurricanes

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how it's Stanley Cup or bust for the Hurricanes this season. Also, Tim & Dennis each give two key players to the series.
April 19, 2024

Carolina Panthers have upgraded at WR, but still need to add more

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales making upgrades at WR, and how they might select two WRs in the 2024 NFL Draft to continue to upgrade the position to help Bryce Young.
April 18, 2024

Carolina Panthers are thin at CB; Jaycee Horn must stay healthy; GM Dan Morgan, HC Dave Canales are ready for 2024 NFL Draft

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers cornerback position, and how the health of Jaycee Horn is vital for the success of the Panthers defense, and how depth is needed because of the injury history. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan & Head Coach Dave Canales talking to the media about the offseason and the approach to the 2024 NFL Draft.
April 18, 2024

Confidence & Concerns for Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox share where their confidence lies, and concerns are, for the Carolina Hurricanes as they face the New York Islanders in the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Also, a wild story about the Arizona Coyotes and former player Shane Doan.
April 18, 2024

UNC Football, Mack Brown are being secretive around spring game; Washington Commanders QB search

Tim Donnelly points out how UNC football coach Mack Brown doesn't want ACC Network airing their spring football game, and wonders if Brown is trying to lower any expectations for the coming season, or possibly trying to hide what their defense might look like and who the No. 1 QB will be to replace Drake Maye. Also, the Washington Commanders brought in Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, JJ McCarthey, and Michael Penix at the same time for a visit to the franchise, which was Tim wondering what the Comm...
April 18, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders: ready for Game 1; Tailgate weather report

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how there are no excuses in the NHL Playoffs this year as the team, even if Jesper Fast is not able to play. WRAL Meteorologist Kat Campbell joined the show to provide a tailgate weather report, while Tim & Dennis also discusses tailgate etiquette.
April 17, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets, Sports Gambling in North Carolina, NBA, NFL Mock Drafts

During Hit it & Quit it, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss various topics, including Jesper Fast getting injured for the Carolina Hurricanes against the Columbus Blue Jackets, revenue generated by the State of North Carolina on sports wagering during the month of March, the NBA banning Jontay Porter, and NFL mock drafts having the Washington Commanders selecting UNC football quarterback Drake Maye with the No. 2 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
April 17, 2024

Jeremy Roach leaving Duke basketball is a big loss for Blue Devils; UNC basketball must get back to producing NBA stars

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball guard Jeremy Roach declaring for the NBA Draft, while also entering the transfer portal, and how this effects head coach Jon Scheyer, and guard Tyrese Proctor. Tim Donnelly points out how UNC basketball doesn't have any star players playing in the NBA playoffs, but Duke basketball has a multitude of them, and that North Carolina basketball needs to get back to having the reputation of producing those high end players.
April 17, 2024

Carolina Panthers need to upgrade tight end to help Bryce Young; Maybe David Tepper isn't that different

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers needing to add a young tight end in the 2024 NFL Draft, and how an upgrade at the position will great help Bryce Young, and head coach Dave Canales' offense. Also, Tim & Dennis discuss the reports that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft prevented former head coach Bill Belichick from getting another job in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, and how Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper may just be like every other owner in the NFL.
April 17, 2024

No excuses for Carolina Hurricanes this postseason; Jesper Fast injured, Young players shine

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and how there are no excuses in the NHL Playoffs this year as the team has added Jake Guentzel and have a go-to scoring line. Also, forward Jesper Fast suffered an injury vs. the Columbus Blue Jackets, but head coach Rod Brind'Amour got to see young players Bradly Nadeau, Jackson Blake, and Scott Morrow.
April 16, 2024

Cop or Drop: Carolina Hurricanes, Carolina Panthers in the NFL Draft, NBA

During Cop or Drop, Dennis Cox poses questions to Tim Donnelly about the Carolina Panthers vs the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Carolina Hurricanes playoff series against the New York Islanders, as well as if the Carolina Panthers moving up in the 2024 NFL Draft, the NBA Play-in games, and more.
April 16, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes will face New York Islanders in Stanley Cup Playoffs

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second straight season as the NHL Playoffs get underway in the coming days. Tim says that the Hurricanes and head coach Rod Brind'Amour made the moves to make a deep playoff run, and that it's Stanley Cup or bust. Also, Rod Brind'Amour will roll out a makeshift lineup against the Carolina Hurricanes that will feature rookies Bradley Nadeau, Scott Morrow,...
April 16, 2024

Carolina Panthers must add edge rusher in 2024 NFL Draft; Drake Maye isn't perfect, but that's okay

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the offseason moves at edge rusher for the Carolina Panthers by GM Dan Morgan & head coach Dave Canales, and how the Panthers need to draft an edge rusher in the 2024 NFL Draft to replace Brian Burns after trading Burns to the New York Giants. Also, Drake Maye of UNC football is projected to be one of the top quarterbacks drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft. Tim says that people continue to point out that Maye has some flaws, but that virtually all QBs entering the N...
April 15, 2024

Scheffler wins The Masters; Tiger struggles; Savannah Bananas; Will Harrison Ingram return to UNC?

Tim Donnelly shares his thoughts on The Masters, and Scottie Scheffler winning for the second time at Augusta. Also, Tim & Dennis Cox reflect on Tigers Woods struggling down the stretch, and remind people to appreciate the greatness that's happening in the moment and not constantly be looking for what's next immediately after an accomplishment. Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how valuable Harrison Ingram is for UNC basketball, and how difficult it would be for head coach Hubert Davis & North ...