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Episode 56: November 30th, M Fans: the ONLY Thing That Matters, so SHHHH!

July 22, 2019 01:06:34

Until you beat Ohio State, just shut up.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

A “cheese champion?!” Eli asks — and Denny answers, “YES, who the hell is Shane Lowry?!”
And who the hell was that hot brunette caddie at the Open who “doesn’t know much about golf?!”
Is Tiger finally done? Is Ron Gardenhire finally done — of his own volition?
Meanwhile, Denny is back from Cooperstown but his great teammate, Al Kaline, did not go this year. Could “Mr. Tiger” be ill?
Jim Harbaugh and some Michigan fans are talking big when they shouldn’t be talking at ALL — at least until M beats the Bucks!
A discussion of politics on a sports show? That’s causing big waves again at ESPN — but not on OUR show!
Eli delves into the world of MMA for the first time ever while Bob and Denny sit in shocked silence.
Those stories and much more coming up right here!

EPISODE 55: Uh, Excuse Me, Sir, HOW Much for Your Autograph?!

July 18, 2019 01:05:42

There’s a sucker born every minute

Welcome to No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page!

Busy boys! Today Eli works from Motown, Bob from NYC and Denny from Cooperstown!
Another ex-pitching star is there with him for this weekend’s Hall of Fame inductions and Denny is REALLY unhappy with him.
This year’s inductees? It’s more of the same: who actually belongs in the HOF and who doesn’t?
And how come a particular pitcher from Denny’s beloved Cubs isn’t in? He only went 53-16 one season!
At the risk of putting you to sleep, the latest from the boys on the Disastrous Detroit Tigers.
The stuffy “Open Chahmmmpionship” is underway. WE call it (gasp!) The BRITISH Open.
Those stories, the plight of sports’ play-by-play guys and much more right here!

Episode 54: Drew Lane a Terrific Baseball Player Too? Who Knew?!

July 15, 2019 01:05:27

He was a hell of a college baseball player.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

“Incredible match!!!” “One for the ages!!!” So, did YOU watch FIVE HOURS of tennis Sunday? Uh, Denny didn’t.
Tennis is HUGE, of course, just not as much in the U.S. Eli may surprise you with the list of the WORLD’S most popular sports.
Thank heaven for Drew Lane! On the day he joins us in-studio for the first time, Bob UN-joins us sporadically thanks to the idiots at his Spectrum Cable!
Oh boy! Any FL’s fans still out there might get to see two MORE losses per year! We’ll explain.
The great Bob Gibson diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The boys tell stories about Gibby — and they’re not all pleasant.
Excuse me, CB-WHAT oil? Eli tells us it is NOT a high-performance liquid for your Maserati.
Plus, the Open Championship, well, OPENS, domestic violence comes to the WOMEN of pro basketball and much more right here.

Episode 52: The One and Only Dick Vitale, BAY-bee!

July 8, 2019 01:28:43

He’s a basketball motivational evangelist.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

The boys welcome to the show their old buddy, Dickie V! And he opens up about his life as you’ve probably never heard before.
A contract extension for Al Avila? Why on earth NOW?! Bob wonders if Chris Ilitch is fit to run the Detroit Tigers.
Miggy, Gardy, now Nick (and Cowboy West?!): Everybody’s upset these days as even opponent broadcast crews laugh at the Tigers’ mess.
MLB hits the all-star break with more controversy: a BIG home plate collision leads Denny on a rant and Bob to make a suggestion.
Yep, sure is great that the U.S. women won the World Cup Soccer Tourney, but Eli begs for some perspective — please!
And NFL labor negotiations are on tap throughout July. Is a strike or a lockout inevitable next year? Maybe not.
Those stores and much more right here!

Photo of Derrick Rose with background of dollars flying around him.

Episode 50: So You Wanna Take YOUR Family to an NBA Game Next Season?

July 1, 2019 01:03:09

How the hell can a working person afford to take his or her family to an NBA game?

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

NBA free agency madness! BILLIONS of $$$ committed in a matter of minutes! Excuse me, HOW much — for WHOM?!
The boys break it all down to date. The Nets may have made the huge news but were the Knicks the smart ones?
NHL free agency began Monday at noon with Panerin the prize. Will the Wings make a big splash? Uh, no.
The Yanks/Sawx London series was a big hit — literally. Fifty runs combined in two games? THAT’S more OH-fense than Brit football’s seen the last two YEARS combined!
Even JACK is now ripping the pathetic Tigers — and Eli, Denny and Bob are REALLY ripping Miggy!
Unknown Nate Lashley wins the new Detroit PGA Tour stop, but did Denny have any idea what he was actually watching?
The U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team gaining steam AND TV ratings.
Plus, Denny goes to the dogs! And, oh yes, Eli wishes YOU a Happy Bobby Bonilla Day!

Episode 49: Got replays? Then USE them! Got the K-Zone? Then USE it!

June 27, 2019 01:05:17

I wanted to see where that pitch was.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

Michigan falls to Vandy in the CWS championship. Bob wonders if a REALLY bad break didn’t change the course of the game.
Eli rails on the lack of respect the pathetic Tigers are showing those few fans who still come to Comerica.
The news on some ex-Tigers Al Avila GAVE away? Not pleasant, nor is the progress of his top minor league prospects.
Why so many homers in MLB this year? Denny sez, “Why, in MY day …”
Kevin Durant, seriously injured, turns DOWN $31.5 mil! Bob spars with Eli and Denny over KD’s intentions.
Another embarrassment for Michigan State? Is Mark Dantonio recruiting too many bad kids?
Denny & Eli quizzed on MLB’s most overrated HOF players, Bob on — huh?– M.C. HAMMER?!
And much more right here

Photograph of CC Sabathia in New York Yankees uniform pitching a ball.

Episode 47: “ET TU, BRUTE?” Er, C.C? More Hall of Fame Silliness from MLB.

June 20, 2019 01:02:14

Is he a lock for the Hall Of Fame?

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

The NBA Draft is upon us and Bob claims Zion is the biggest “sure thing” since Shaq! What can the Pistons expect at #15?
Meanwhile, the NHL Draft is Friday. Rest assured that Stevie Y WILL get a terrific player — or three.
Turns out Big Papi was shot due to “mistaken identity.” Denny calls “BS” and sez he’s stickin’ to HIS story!
Zimmermann gives up three runs in four innings in his first start since April. DR. McLain’s solution remains — BOWL!
Still another Baseball HOF controversy is now brewing. If JACK MORRIS is in, then why not others too?
Megan Rapinoe refuses to participate in the national anthem at the World Cup. Eli and Denny respond.
And black kids soon playing baseball in droves again? If so, Michigan coach Erik Bakich may have something to do with that!
Those stories and much more right here!

Episode 39: Denny Brawls & Eli to be Exiled to the Isle of Lesbos?!

May 23, 2019 01:04:40

“Somebody threw a ball into the stands and injured a woman.”

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page

OMG! Eli’s REALLY done it now!!! Will Denny and Bob suspend him from the show?!
Juwan Howard is IN at Michigan. What will it all mean immediately — and in five years?
The Ilitch family remains under fire for mishandling District Detroit. Is Chris Ilitch in over his head?
Magic versus — whom? — Rob Bleeping Pelinka? And WHO won that power struggle again?
“Gloria” propels the Blues to the Stanley Cup Finals. And don’t say Bob didn’t warn you about Dylan Larkin.
Tigers? UGH. The boys wanna talk about the ’68 Tigers instead and The Big Trade that was never made.
Those stories and much more right here!

Episode 37: As the Tigers’ “Tree Falls in the Woods” Is Anyone Left to Hear It?

May 16, 2019 01:00:10

There’s no illusion that these games are important.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

JV returns to Comerica and is greeted by — one big yawn. Have Al Avila and the Tigers totally alienated their fan base?
Denny and Eli talk about a certain Tigers fan who remains front and center in the news.
Three Blind Mice? How about FOUR Blind Mice in the NHL playoffs?
Eli’s favorite coach messes up in the NBA playoffs. Will it be more of the same in Game 2?
“The Biggest Loser” in the NBA draft Lottery? Bob’s answer may surprise you.
The “Detroit Lions East” a laughing stock again, but two local yokels from Detroit shout the story down. Guess who?
Tiger seeks another storybook ending at the PGA this weekend.
And The Boss may be rolling over in his grave over the story too stupid to die.
Those stories and more right here

Episode 35: Trips to the White House, Fine Dining in Jail? Denny’s Done It All!

May 9, 2019 01:02:21

As far as the White House goes, it is awesome. It makes no difference who the president is.

It’s the latest No Filter Sports Podcast with Eli Zaret, Denny McLain and Bob Page.

The Tigers’ Matt Boyd looks like a keeper — but does mad scientist Avila ever keep anybody.
Remember Mike Fiers? Just one more guy Al sent packing. Fiers, uh, spun a no-no this week.
Some of the Sawx just say “no-NO” to President Trump — and Denny rips ’em a new one.
More mealy-mouthed derriere-kissing from the FL’s front office.
The NBA Playoffs plod on with the sound of rims clanging — and drums pounding Kyrie out of Beantown.
A gourmet Thanksgiving feast in prison? That’s what you got if your name was Denny McLain!
Plus, two big controversies on the PGA Tour, Bob rips back as a couple fans rip him — and much more right here!

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