HR 2 - The story that won't go away

The second hour of WEEI Afternoons dives into several major Boston sports stories, beginning with widespread frustration over the NHL's delayed playoff schedule, which leaves fans and teams in the dark just 48 hours before the Stanley Cup playoffs begin. Hosts critique the league for treating hockey as a secondary sport, especially compared to the NBA’s well-organized scheduling and primetime exposure. The conversation shifts to a heroic act by Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore, who tackled a gunman during a school shooting attempt, saving lives despite being shot himself—earning praise from the hosts for his courage. The discussion then turns to Red Sox outfielder Jaron Duran, who made an obscene gesture after a fan allegedly told him to 'kill himself,' sparking debate over whether his emotional reaction undermines his past courage in discussing mental health struggles. The hosts express concern about the potential for exploitation of his vulnerability and urge him to remain composed. Finally, the segment focuses on the Mike Vrabel-Diana Rossini scandal, with guest Tom Curran arguing that Vrabel must step forward and acknowledge the optics of the situation to regain credibility, despite his initial refusal to comment. The episode ends with anticipation for the upcoming NFL Draft and the Patriots' potential moves.