Hour 3: The Rangers offense was back last night, NBA playoff reaction

The episode opens with a lively recap of the Rangers' 7-4 victory over the Diamondbacks, highlighting their offensive outburst across multiple innings and Ezekiel Duran's opposite-field home run. The hosts, Sean and RJ, dive into the impact of the open roof at Globe Life Field, debating whether it aided the home run and discussing broader ballpark dynamics like temperature, humidity, and air density. They critique the Rangers' roster and ballpark as flawed but acknowledge the bullpen's elite performance, citing Jacob Latz and Gavin Collier as key contributors. The conversation shifts to NBA playoffs, with sharp criticism of Stephen A. Smith’s take that the Wolves might want Wemby on the floor to provoke a fight, calling it a 'worst take' and highlighting the inconsistency in NBA enforcement of on-court violence. The hosts also discuss the growing reliance on bullpen arms, noting that 118 different players have recorded saves by mid-season—surpassing the entire 2009 season’s total—reflecting a shift away from traditional closers. Later, they analyze The Athletic’s math-based NFL power rankings, which rank the Cowboys 13th despite strong offensive pieces, citing defensive weaknesses and lack of edge rush help. The episode closes with a humorous look at Bobby Belt’s upcoming career day, where fans suggest he teach kids how to troll, gaslight, and prompt AI—while also emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and empathy.