Hour 1: The Mavs get pick 9 in the draft and Jacob deGrom Shuts Down the Cubs
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Sean and RJ return to the airwaves after Bobby Belt's last-minute sick call, setting a humorous and dramatic tone for the Monday show. The duo dives into major sports news, starting with the Dallas Mavericks landing the 9th pick in the NBA draft after a disappointing drop from the top four, sparking debate over their new general manager, Masai Ujiri, and the implications for the team's rebuild. They also break down a fiery NBA playoff game where Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant elbow, sparking controversy over officiating and player accountability. On the baseball front, Jake DeGrom delivers a dominant performance, leading the Texas Rangers to a 3-0 win over the Cubs, with Evan Carter hitting a crucial two-run homer. The Rangers' pitching staff has now thrown 20 consecutive scoreless innings, highlighting their strength. RJ Choppy shares vivid travel tips from his Utah national parks vacation, emphasizing the challenges of remote locations, elevation, and the need for e-bikes, Starlink, and proper gear. The episode closes with a promotional segment for Underdog Fantasy, encouraging listeners to join with promo code TOLO.
The Dallas Mavericks selected 9th in the NBA draft, missing out on a top-four pick despite tanking efforts.
Masai Ujiri's hiring as Mavs' new GM is seen as a smart, high-profile move to stabilize the franchise.
Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant elbow, sparking debate over player awareness and NBA officiating standards.
Jake DeGrom pitched a dominant game, leading the Rangers to a 3-0 win and extending their scoreless innings streak to 20.
RJ Choppy's Utah national parks trip offers practical advice: bring e-bikes, Albuterol, Starlink, and pack your own food.
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Bobby Belt's Late-Game Sickness Call
“I'm throwing up. Oh, man, he is. There's old Bobby. There it is.”
RJ Choppy's Utah National Parks Vacation Recap
“You fly to Vegas. We did. We flew to Vegas and we drove.”
Mavericks' Draft Position and New GM Hire
“He is as good as it gets in this industry. He is somebody that the league has looked highly upon for so long.”
Wembanyama Ejection and Playoff Controversy
“When you watch that slow-mo, it is a UFC elbow to the throat. It's a throat punch.”
Jake DeGrom's Dominant Start and Rangers' Pitching Streak
“20 consecutive scoreless innings thrown against the Cubs offense. Dude, and this is not a bad offense at all.”
“He is as good as it gets in this industry. He is somebody that the league has looked highly upon for so long.”
“When you watch that slow-mo, it is a UFC elbow to the throat. It's a throat punch.”
“You got to have a Z in your name to get the top three this year. That is a who's not of the NBA.”
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Jake DeGrom
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