The Buck Stops Here

Welcome to the July 2025 edition of the NotInHallOfFame.com Elevator Show! Hosts Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian break down which athletes and personalities have moved up or down in their Hall of Fame trajectories over the past 30 days. From surprise WWE returns to Olympic hopefuls and baseball legends in the making—or fading—this episode covers it all.🏆 Who’s rising? Who’s falling? And who’s stuck in the elevator shaft? Tune in ...

In this emotionally charged episode of The Buck Stops Here Hall of Fame Show, Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan reflect on the lives and legacies of dozens of athletes, entertainers, and cultural icons we've recently lost. From the impact of Ryne Sandberg on the Chicago Cubs to the complicated legacy of Hulk Hogan and the groundbreaking artistry of Ozzy Osbourne, this episode dives deep into Hall of Fame moments, personal memories, a...

Vinny Lospinuso dives into the wild and boundary-pushing legacy of Canadian comedian Tom Green, making a compelling case for his induction into the Canadian Walk of Fame. From MTV trailblazing to envelope-pushing films and unpredictable public antics, Vinny explores how Tom Green challenged norms and changed comedy forever.👉 In This Episode:- Evolution of Tom Green's career- His impact on pop culture and internet comedy- Why h...

The Elevator Show is back for June 2025 as Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian break down who's trending up—or plummeting down—in the race to sports immortality. From the highs and lows of the NBA and NHL Finals to pivotal offseason trades and Hall of Fame implications, they examine how the past month has reshaped legacies.🏀 Did Damian Lillard’s time in Milwaukee hurt his Hall of Fame case?🏆 Is OKC’s surprise championship a coronati...

In this compelling episode of The Buck Stops Here, Kirk Buchner welcomes baseball analyst and historian Robert Dobek for an unfiltered, in-depth conversation about Albert Belle—one of the most explosive and controversial figures in 1990s baseball. They unpack Belle’s unrivaled offensive dominance, his tumultuous relationship with the media, the infamous bat-corking incident, and the legacy that’s keeping him out of Cooperstown.Expe...

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 11 of The Buck Stops Here with Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan! 🏒⚾🎶This week, it's all about legacy — from inductees to those we've lost. Kirk and Evan break down the newly announced 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class, featuring iconic players like Zdeno Chára, Duncan Keith, Alexander Mogilny, and Joe Thornton. They dive deep into the Hall's mysterious selection process, deserving snubs like Keith...

In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner dives deep with Gill Florentino—former pitcher, entrepreneur, and proud son of San Pedro de Macorís. From milk-carton gloves in the Dominican Republic to brushing shoulders with Hall of Famers in MLB clubhouses, Florentino shares an incredible journey of grit, culture, and baseball history. Learn how Dominican sugar plantations birthed a baseball Mecca, why Barry Bon...

Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan return with another compelling episode of The Buck Stops Here! In Season 6, Episode 10, they celebrate fresh inductees, debate the growing U.S. Athletic Hall of Fame class, and pay heartfelt tributes to sports and pop culture figures we've lost.🏆 Hall of Fame Roundup: Manny Pacquiao headlines the International Boxing HOF, José Bautista is honored in Canada, and Tiger Woods joins a powerhouse class f...

Welcome to the official announcement of the United States Athletics Hall of Fame 2025 nominees! This year, we introduce the new contenders who will replace the inductees from 2024, bringing fresh faces to the ballot for one of the most prestigious sports honors in the country.Join Kirk Buchner, Evan Nolan, and special guests as they unveil the list, discuss each nominee's achievements, and reflect on some legendary careers. Don...

Welcome to the *May Hall of Fame Elevator Show*, where Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian dive deep into the latest Hall of Fame conversations! Who’s rising toward greatness, and who’s plummeting into obscurity? From *hockey legends* to *basketball hopefuls*, *college football coaching shakeups* to *controversial comebacks*, this episode is packed with insights, debates, and surprises! 🔹 *Indy 500 & Racing Success* – 01:28 🔹 ...

🚨 Vinny Lospinuso breaks down the case for Pete Rose & Shoeless Joe Jackson after their shocking reinstatement by MLB—making them Hall of Fame eligible by 2027.

🔥 Should Cooperstown finally welcome these legends, or does history keep them out forever?

🏆 Pete Rose – Baseball’s all-time hit leader banned for gambling.

⚾ Shoeless Joe Jackson – Black Sox scandal, but was he really guilty?

Vinny dives deep into the contro...

Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan break down one of the most historic moments in MLB history—the reinstatement of Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and 16 others who were previously banned from Major League Baseball.

⚾ What does this decision mean for baseball’s future?
🏆 Hall of Fame eligibility—who gets in now?
🔥 Pete Rose’s legacy—does controversy still define him?
🏈 The latest Patriots Hall of Fame inductee—how do team hono...

Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian break down who helped—or hurt—their Hall of Fame case this past month across NHL, MLB, NBA, and WNBA. From rising stars to unexpected slumps, they tackle the performances shaping sports history.

🏒 NHL Playoff Standouts – Cale Makar, Quinn Hughes, and Zach Werenski making their Hall of Fame push.
⚾ MLB’s Biggest Risers & Fallers – Aaron Judge is dominating, Pete Alonso is cashing in, and Marcu...

In Season 6, Episode 8, Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan dive deep into the latest Hall of Fame inductions, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s newest class, and some head-turning moments in the NFL Draft. Expect strong opinions, insightful breakdowns, and plenty of humor along the way! 🛑 Key Topics Covered: 1️⃣ Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees – From Cyndi Lauper to Soundgarden, Kirk and Evan react to the 2025 class and debate wh...

Welcome to **Season 6, Episode 7** of the longest-running show in the **Buchnerverse**—the Hall of Fame Show! 🌟 Hosts Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan delve into the latest developments, including the **NASCAR Hall of Fame nominees for 2025** and major NFL retirements like Tyron Smith, Patrick Peterson, and Julio Jones. This episode is packed with insightful discussion on Hall of Fame processes, career highlights, and even a fun tangen...

Join Vinny Lospinuso and Kirk Buchner as they delve into the incredible story of Robert Cade, the inventor of Gatorade, and why he deserves to be enshrined in the Florida Sports Hall of Fame. 💧From Cade’s groundbreaking invention that revolutionized sports hydration to his broader impact on health and innovation, this discussion celebrates his contributions to sports, medicine, and culture. Explore how Cade’s efforts not only tran...

Join Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence in a detailed exploration of NFL legends and Hall of Fame prospects. As retirements unfold, they examine who stands out as future inductees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, including big names like Zack Martin, Tyron Smith, Julio Jones, Patrick Peterson, Von Miller, and Aaron Rodgers.The discussion also touches on challenges like the logjam at wide receiver, smaller Hall of Fame classes, and th...

Welcome to Season Six, Episode Six of the “Not In Hall of Fame” show—a no-holds-barred, irreverent dive into how we sometimes question the process for honoring sports legends. In this episode, hosts Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan explore:-The controversial shifts in eligibility rules for the Basketball Hall of Fame—debating how recency bias, active-player inductions, and unexpected replacement nominees (think Sue Bird and Carmelo Anth...

Join host Kirk Buchner and guest journalist/filmmaker Kevin Patrick Allen in this in-depth episode of The Buck Stops Here as they explore the complex and untold story of Jim Tyrer—once among the very best offensive linemen who never made it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In their candid conversation, they cover everything from Tyrer’s tragic off-field events and evolving discussions on concussions and CTE, to the investigative...