Tag: New York Jets | No Filter Sports

Episode 144: From the Ol’ Farm — to Scoring a Super Bowl TD!

May 28, 2020 01:32:00

The only Lion of that era to win a Super Bowl!

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

Our guest is the bruising fullback, TOM NOWATZKE, on his 1960’s Lions, Colts teammate Johnny U and MUCH MORE!
While pro sports leagues FIGHT during negotiations on when and how to start playing again, Eli and Bob repeat: go away til 2021.
No sports? No games to gamble on, no casinos to gamble IN! One way or another the city of Detroit may pay an awful price.
No football? Not only does Dolphins owner Stephen Ross say we WILL have an NFL season but he has unusual plans for his stadium.
Bob asks why Jim Harbaugh seemed so thrilled to recruit only a good, not great, player this week. Is it THAT bad in Ann Arbor now?
VERY different opinions among the boys over golf and last Sunday’s “The Match.” If you watched it, you were NOT alone.
The Michigan House has passed a bill allowing college athletes to make extra money on the side — and Eli’s apoplectic!
From Denny: the legendary overseas boxing match he actually went to! And does his ex-catcher Jim Price really HATE him?!
The latter question comes from YOUR mailbag segment. We’ll have that and many other top stories right here!

Drew Stanton in MSU uniform preparing a throw.

Episode 143: Drew Stanton’s LONG & WINDING Road

May 25, 2020 01:28:54

Things fell into place.

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

A GREAT career as an NFL quarterback wasted as a back-up? Don’t tell that to MSU’s DREW STANTON, our guest!

Today we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for OUR freedoms as we observe Memorial Day.
It’s a special day for another reason: Eli remembers the Ali/Sonny Liston rematch on its 55th anniversary!
Bob reminds SOME people (not naming any names from THIS show!) who Brad Keselowski IS and why he matters.
Did you like the Tiger/Phil/Brady/Peyton golf outing? Didn’t even bother to watch? No worries. Eli and Denny DID.
Philip Rivers has a new job waiting for him: HIGH SCHOOL head coach in Alabama. He should NOT ask Mike Singletary for advice!
Prez Mark Schlissel’s not worried about no fans at U-M games. He won’t ALLOW football if no students are on campus!
As the NBA plots restarting in Orlando, we pay tribute to the great Jerry Sloan who died this weekend, as did Eddie Sutton.
How bad is it for the Wings? They’re officially among the “Stigmatized Seven,” awful clubs that won’t be part of summer playoffs.
Racism in hockey? It’s been an issue for a long time and now another black ex-player has come forward with HIS tales of abuse.
Those stories, Eli bitching all through our Mailbag segment while YOU enjoy it — and much more right here!

Episode 140: The Greatest Legend in MLB HISTORY?!

May 14, 2020 01:37:36

The No-Hitter in Yankee Stadium was really special.

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

How did JIM ABBOTT do it?! Born without a right hand – yet became a star pitcher at U-M AND in MLB?! Jim joins the boys!
Sports are slowly coming back — but maybe not MLB. WAAYYY too many money issues, as we’ve reported previously.
So that begs the question: do people NEED sports or do MORE people HATE sports? Eli has some passionate thoughts on that.
But there’s plenty to do and watch without sports — as Denny found out during an impromptu stroll down Memory Lane!
What about the NFL? Bob details a LOT of issues that may keep IT from opening too. No more TAILGATING?!
Not guilty! A judge has dismissed the charges from the Nassar Nightmare against former MSU President Lou Anna Simon.
Meanwhile, there’s surprising news about former Spartan star linebacker, the late Mike Labinjo.
Ohio State and Michigan SCARED of a football rival? MSU, Penn St and Wisconsin too? Not YET, at least, but maybe soon?
Joe Tessitore and Booger McFarland (mercifully?) blown out of the Monday Night Football broadcast booth. NOW what?
Our producer Brand McAfee makes a SHOCKING confession about his childhood — and STILL can’t let go of it!
YOUR Mailbag may now have a theme song! You, uh, might NOT want to hear it as warbled by DENNY McLAIN, though.
Those stories and much more right here!

Episode 130: AL KALINE 1934-2020

April 9, 2020 1:17:16

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

‘They’ve got their blankies, their pacifiers and they’re quivering under their beds in fear! NO! Not from COVID-19!

Fox Sports Detroit and owner Sinclair Broadcasting are afraid of the BOYS and what they MIGHT ask Dan Petry!
No Peaches? No prob. Who better to talk about the death of Al Kaline than great buddy and teammate Denny McLain?
Been watching those MLB rebroadcasts of the ’68 Series? WE have too. Denny relives some of it with us.
Oh, and the Tigers’ legendary pitching opponent in that long-ago Fall Classic has some good news.
So the MLB is secretly planning a May start-up? REALLY? Bob wants to know WHICH “May” that is: 2022?
The battle rages on about Noah Syndergaard’s Tommy John. NECESSARY surgery or not? Denny SEEMS to change his tune.
So Melo thinks he would have won MULTIPLE NBA titles if the Pistons had drafted him?! Eli’s got some thoughts on THAT.
A big makeover continues for Michigan basketball. Wuzzup with all THIS, Juwan?
The newest sports P.C. contro won’t go away. African-Americans ‘n Mississippuh? ALWAYS combustible.
No Mailbag last week? OUTRAGEOUS! It was NOT the fault of Eli, on his best behavior for a LONG one today
Those stories and much more right here.

Episode 129: Had Enough of the FL’s? Marc Spindler Has!

April 6, 2020 1:25:16

They lack a lot of things.

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

What a comedian! What an entertainer! And ya say this guy MARC SPINDLER played a lotta FOOTBALL too?
Eli and Bob vow to stop discussing their differing positions on COVID-19. ELI quickly breaks it! Bob won’t.
When will sports start again? Bob THINKS he has an idea based upon a feature in the Detroit News.
He claims you’ll likely never see Tom Brady play for Tampa — or anybody else — ever again!
Tom Dempsey has died of COVID. What older Lions fan will EVER forget where he/she was for “The Field Goal?!”
E-sports continue to thrive in the sports-less world and tempers are hot! NASCAR drivers “rage-quitting” over video games?
Seen the new HBO doc on cheating in college basketball? ELI’s all over it. Bob: BFD.
Here comes the P.C. Posse ridin’ in over them yonder hills! Mike Leach now in trouble for sharing an UN-P.C. meme.
Earth to Denny! Come in! Earth to Denny! We somehow LOSE MLB’s last 30-game winner in the middle of the show!
What could be worse than THAT? Well, how about a show where YOUR mailbag is unceremoniously DUMPED?!
We’ll explain what happened (no tears from Eli!) and have MUCH more for you right here.

Episode 110: He Played in SIX Super Bowls?!

January 30, 2020 01:35:20

If it has to do with X’s and O’s, I know it all!

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

It’s Super Bowl time, gang. Detroiter Mike Lodish played in SIX of them! He joins the boys to discuss his life in football.
Richard Sherman wanted nothing to do with the FL’S and their money. Now the 49ers star is IN the Super Bowl.
Predictions? Denny and Eli disagree. Our Brandon McAfee even picks the SB score! Bob either has no guts or is just SMART.
The Kobe Bryant death has exploded almost beyond belief, surprising Eli and Denny. Bob tells WHY the story’s so big.
Neon Deion has some harsh words for the MLB and NFL Halls of Fame — and he’s RIGHT.
Spencer Dinwiddie? Just another guy dealt away for nothing who returns to haunt the Pathetic Pistons.
HOW much jewelry did Airhead Allen have in the hotel room where it was stolen? WHAT?! Eli on crazy times with A.I.
Denny continues to dump on Michigan basketball! Bob wonders if Denny really knows what’s going on.
ANOTHER bonehead decision by the Empty Suits who run TV sports!
And ANOTHER “Thank you, Marvin Miller” story, plus YOUR mailbag as well as much more right here

Trevor Lawrence about to throw football from right hand.

Episode 101: The Boys Go Back on Their Word — and WON’T Apologize!

December 30, 2019 01:23:02

Let me tell you, it’s not true.

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

We made a pact never to discuss politics or religion on our show. Thanks to CLEMSON, Eli, Denny and Bob BREAK it!
The NFL wildcard games are set, so is college football’s national title game. Is Denny LOSING it? He damns LSU with faint praise!
Were you rooting, as ALL Big Ten fans SHOULD be, for Ohio State against Clemson? Many jealous M types weren’t!
How about the scintillating MSU/Wake Forest game? Following THAT snoozer, Mark Dantonio questions persist.
The FL’s humiliated, snatching defeat from the jaws of victory in the finale. Incredibly, one Lion is HAPPY. You won’t believe WHY!
New Year, Schmoo Year! Expect more of the same in 2020 from the Pathetic Pistons AND The Detroit Dead Wings.
Columbus coach John Tortorella has another meltdown, this time over ANOTHER bad official’s call. Had enough yet?
Michigan and Michigan State basketball clash this Sunday. Why on EARTH should M be without its best player?!
2020 — the year of sports gambling? Noted expert, attorney Dan Wallach, is on our next show. If YOU gamble, don’t miss it!
Those stories, YOUR weekly mailbag and much more right here.

Episode 100: Two Old MLB Pitchers Agree: “Why, in OUR day …!”

December 26, 2019 01:24:23

It’s the same thing. We just call it different stuff.

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

Ex-MLB star Lary Sorensen talks about MSU’s bowl game vs his Wake Forest team and WITH boyhood hero Denny about pitching.
Hey, dig this: it’s our 100th episode! Thanks to all our loyal listeners and sponsors who support us and help spread the word.
Eli ranks the top stories of 2019. Bob has to remind him of THE top one locally: all FOUR Detroit pro teams remain in the TOILET.
The “student-athletes” now have a new trick you may not know of: most of them don’t have to go to class anymore!
Wait’ll you hear why MSU’s Adam Gase is telling people that he doesn’t care about long-suffering fans of his New York Jets.
Can Marshawn Lynch really stage a comeback after being out a year? He should call ex-Spartan Le’Veon Bell and ask HIM.
Another humiliating FL’s season comes to a dismal end. We tell you how they have a chance to screw things up MORE.
Jeremy Roenick learns a hard lesson after (gasp!) calling a co-worker “beautiful:” Don’t EVER mess with the P.C. Posse!
Those stories, your weekly mailbag and much more right here.

Baseball covered in dollar bills with red stitching

Episode 96: Now, Now, Boys! Stop Fighting! Behave Yourselves!

December 12, 2019 01:27:19

Are you guys coming over to my side in this debate?!

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

Strasburg, Cole and Rendon sign deals worth $824,000,000!!! Eli and Denny: SO? Bob: What about the FANS?!
Great news! The Toothless Tigers are FINALLY ready to rebuild! So claims Al Avila. Do you trust him? Denny doesn’t.
Al also sez the Tigers’ venerable UNIFORMS will look different in 2020? HUH?! HOW?
What was that “award” Keith Olbermann used to give? The Worst Person in the World? Do Eli and Denny have a nominee for YOU!
Two of MSU’s biggest names clash! Resident BOWLING expert Denny says HE knows which side HE’S on.
Whatever happened to ex-Michigan coach Brady Hoke? Bob explains why they WON’T be holding any benefits for him.
Michigan basketball? Don’t say Bob didn’t warn you about that Illinois game on the ROAD, while he RIPS the U-D!
Meanwhile, John Beilein’s got major problems in Cleveland. Why on EARTH did he leave the U-M?
Megan Rapinoe awarded SI’s SportsPERSON of the year, then really pops off at the ceremony! Was she right?
Those stories, our weekly mailbag featuring YOUR thoughts and much more right here!

Episode 95: DIRECT from Hamtramck AND MLB — It’s “WIMPY!”

December 9, 2019 01:40:47

You never lose a nickname!

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

FUNNY guy, GREAT personality! Tom Paciorek shoulda been a media star after his MLB career! Wait. He WAS! And he’s our GUEST!
A special thanks from Denny to YOU and to so many others for the condolences pouring in over Sharon’s passing.
Sweet Lou failed again with HOF Vets Committee voters. An injustice? Did his personality cost him?
Ted Simmons and Marvin Miller DID get in but Bob attacks Miller for MLB’s money INSANITY. Eli and Denny attack Bob BACK!
And those two big bullies ALSO air it out with poor Bob on Ken Harrelson, who MAY be about to go in!
The boys are NOT getting along! Eli gets BIG pushback from Bob: won’t he PLEASE stop talking so much about the FL’s?!
And Mr. Z recaps, uh, some kind of heavyweight title fight this weekend. Quick now! Name ANY current champ you can!
It’s U-M (gulp!) vs Alabama in ONE bowl game and MSU (gulp!) vs Wake Forest and its hi-powered offense in another.
Eli takes us on a (comical) tour of some of the VERY BIG bowl games on the slate for lucky US.
PLUS, a WOMAN head coach in the NBA(?!), M and MSU basketball, YOUR comments in the mailbag and more right here!