The New 'Jersey' Guys

Danny found a great story about a fan who replied to an email from his account manager with the Mets and told him in a very blunt way, why he won't be re-upping his season tickets next year. Are bad teams just not worth rooting for sometimes? If owners don't care about the product they're putting on the field, should we care about rooting for them?

Hard to believe the NFl season is udnerway already with a good amount of teams, incl...

The Red Sox were caught stealing signs from the Yankees during a recent series. A bench coach was reportedly stealing the signs via an Apple watch. Stealing signs have been part of baseball for years, so is using an Apple watch really make it any worse or is it just a case of using modern technology to their advantage? 

The NJ Devils have rolled out an interesting marketing campaign. They are reaching out to other teams' fan b...

As the MLB trading season winds down, some big name players are still on the move. The Mets have moved a couple of players including All-Star Outfielder Curtis Granderson. Is it fair to the fans?

NJ native Kyrie Irving is on his way to the Boston Celtics after a mega-trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Chris, a die hard Celtics fan gives his perspective on te deal and what it means for the Celtics future. 

Fantasy football dra...

Chris and Dan, 2 Cowboys fans, discuss the embarrassment that the Ezekiel Elliott suspension has become. The guys think this is just another black mark on the NFL with one of their star players. 

Elizabeth Spadea joins the show as the guys' fashion expert. The guys gave Elizabeth a homework assignment, to study all the major sports teams' jerseys and fashion. She'll give us her report. 

Elizabeth's boyfriend "Charlie The ...

A college football player from USF has given up his scholarship after he was ruled ineligible because he violated terms of his YouTube agreement. The NCA has even said that the rules are handled on a case-by-case basis. Is it time for the NCAA to allow its athletes to monetize themselves? 

Steve Bartman, the sports fan who became infamous for allegedly costing the Cubs a trip to the World Series by interfering with a ball in f...

Odell Beckham was a no-show for Giants mini-camps and as training camps open, is making it known that he wants to be the NFL's highest paid player. Is he justified? Is the flashy wide receiver worth that kind of money? Chris and Dan both think the Giants star has a lot of growing up to do before he can make those kind of requests. 

Another player who is showing his displeasure for his contract is Steelers running back, Le'Veon...

The Yankees made a blockbuster deal to acquire Toms River native Todd Frazier, along with pitchers David Robertson and Tom Kahnle. Frazier, who won the Little League World Series at age 12, is coming home as a fan favorite. Chris and Dan discuss they're favorite team's acquisitions of all time.

What in the heck is going on in the NBA? Cavaliers star Kyrie Irving announced to the team that he no longer wants to replay in the shadow ...

Danny is already over the Mets for this season, so is it too early to start talking fantasy football? Chris and Dan debate whether there is any reason to start talking about fantasy football in July, or if with all the technology out nowadays, if this is the new norm? Chris admits that he's not only started looking at football stats, he's invested in fantasy baseball AND football right now. 

The new stadium for the Atlanta Fal...

Phil, a good friend of the show joined us to discuss a very special bicycle ride he is putting together, entitled "Biking for Jake (And Donuts) across NJ to help bring awareness and donations to soldiers with PTSD. 

Chris and Dan also discuss the Knicks latest head-scratching moves and whether or not as a sports fan, do you ever just give up hope and take a much needed "break" from rooting for the team.

NY Yankees rookie Aaron...

Now that the Nw York Knicks and Phil Jackson have parted ways, does this leave a black mark on Phil Jackson's winning legacy? Will the mess that he left behind in New York be what he's most remembered for over all the championships with the Bulls and Lakers?

Every July 4th, Nathan's has their hot dog eating championship. While it's called "Competitive eating," is it really a sport? 

The MLB All Star Game is right around the co...

Is the much-anticipated dream fight between boxing legend Floyd Mayweather and UFC star Conor McGregor really a fight for the ages or just pure hype? Chris and Dan debate whether this will be a historic event or just a huge bust.

Has the popularity of the UFC gotten so big on a national level that is should be in the discussion with the other 'Big 4' professional sports? Or is it still just a 2nd-tier sport in the discussion with g...

The Penguins just won the Stanley Cup for back-to-back championships. Out of all the professional sports, which trophy would you want to win most?

ESPN is coming out with a new 30 for 30 series entitled "Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies." What are the best sports rivalries? Does it depend on what generation you are?

Many NFL free agents already have found new homes but quarterback Colin Kaepernick hasn't. Will he ever step on the NF...

Has the NBA become too predictable? Chris and Dan debate whether these super-teams like the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers have made the NBA Finals unwatchable or not. 

A teacher in Akron, Ohio called LeBron James, among other things, a "hero." Are sports stars true heroes? Who were your sports heroes growing up? Chris and Dan discuss who their heroes are.

Chris reveals a sports dream he recently had with one of...

After a week of missing voluntary workouts, Chris and Dan question whether Giants star wr Odell Beckham is a leader or if this is just the media making a big deal over nothing. 

The guys also debate whether NJ legislators should have their hands in daily fantasy sports betting. Will Gov. Christie, an avid sports fan himself, bring the VETO down on it?

LeBron James was recently taunted mercilessly by a fan. Dan thinks it's hila...

Are athletes' celebrations getting out of hand? Chris and Dan get into a heated debate over whether players have a bit too much flair when hitting a home run or making a solid play. The guys also recap the draft lottery and whether the NBA needs to scrap the current model. 

Whether it's Aaron Judge on Jimmy Fallon or Peyton Manning hosting the ESPY Awards, It's good to see some of our favorite athletes in front of the camera b...

Derek Jeter was forever immortalized as one of the great New York Yankees when his #2 jersey was retired during a ceremony at the stadium. But is the legendary shortstop considered the greatest Yankee?  

The guys also debate sports jinxes after it was announced that New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will grace the cover of this year's Madden NFL game. 

The guys also debate who should decide when a star player nee...

Are there certain traits that define what a Most Valuable Player is? Is it what a player means to his or her team? Or is it just whoever is statistically the best player in the league? Dan and Chris debate the NBA  MVP Race.

Also, now that two professional sports teams will be calling Las Vegas home, is it time for sports betting, specifically in New Jersey? The guys also discuss the recent battle between the Orioles and Red S...

The Mets haven't had an easy start to the season. Mets players have been getting hurt left and right, including the latest injury to star pitcher Noah Syndegaard. The fact that so many players have gotten hurt, coupled wth the recent 23-5 drubbing by the Washington Nationals, has some Mets fans on the proverbial sports ledge. One of those unconsolable fans is host Dan Tantillo. Chris cannot believe that Dan is giving up only one mo...