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January 19, 2025 49 mins

Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian give their selections to those who helped or hurt their respective Hall of Fame choices in December 2024. Elevator Up or Down: Athletes' Hall of Fame Prospects Welcome to the latest episode of the Elevator Show! Join hosts Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian as they dive into the world of sports and the Hall of Fame. In this episode, we discuss the latest news, updates, and insights about notable athletes and their chances of getting into their respective Hall of Fames. Kirk and Chris share their thoughts and banter, making for an engaging and entertaining watch. Stay tuned for a detailed discussion on each athlete’s current standing.

Timeline and Sports Topics: • 00:00:15 - 00:00:25: Introduction by Kirk Buchner and greeting with Chris Mouradian. • 00:00:25 - 00:00:27: Chris Mouradian responds to Kirk Buchner. • 00:00:27 - 00:00:39: Kirk Buchner comments on the background noise from his happy dogs. • 00:00:39 - 00:08:02: Discussing the Basketball Hall of Fame’s eligibility changes. • 00:08:02 - 00:09:02: Kirk’s conspiracy theory on the eligibility changes. • 00:09:02 - 00:12:22: Comparison of Basketball Hall of Fame to other Halls of Fame. • 00:12:22 - 00:13:02: Challenges facing the Basketball Hall of Fame. • 00:13:02 - 00:15:22: Pro Football Hall of Fame candidates discussion. • 00:15:23 - 00:18:45: Analysis of recent MLB trades and their impact on Hall of Fame chances. • 00:18:46 - 00:21:30: Debate on controversial decisions in the NHL Hall of Fame selections. • 00:21:31 - 00:25:00: Breakout performances in the current NBA season and potential Hall of Famers. • 00:25:01 - 00:28:15: Discussion on the influence of coaching careers on Hall of Fame eligibility in various sports. • 00:28:16 - 00:32:00: Predictions for the next Hall of Fame induction ceremonies across different sports. • 00:32:01 - 00:35:45: Examination of the impact of recent scandals on athletes' Hall of Fame prospects. • 00:35:46 - 00:39:30: Insights into the role of media and public perception in Hall of Fame selections. • 00:39:31 - 00:42:15: Speculation on future trends and changes in Hall of Fame criteria. • 00:42:16 - 00:45:30: Stories of athletes who have made surprising comebacks and their Hall of Fame implications. • 00:45:31 - 00:48:55: Analysis of recent retirements and what they mean for Hall of Fame candidacies. • 00:48:56 - 00:52:00: Final thoughts on the current state of Hall of Fames and future predictions.

Elevator Up: • Kyle Juszczyk - Recognized for his eighth Pro Bowl selection as a fullback. • Shea Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) - Noted for his All-Star season and MVP votes. • Donovan Mitchell - Highlighted for his performance with the Cleveland Cavaliers. • Rod Brind’Amour - Acknowledged for being the fastest head coach to 300 wins in the NHL.

Elevator Down: • Paul George - Discussed for his declining performance and team struggles. • Adam Silver - Critiqued for current challenges facing the NBA.

Honorable Mentions: • Carmelo Anthony - Now eligible for the Basketball Hall of Fame due to eligibility changes. • Sue Bird - Considered a first-ballot Hall of Famer in the women’s category.

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