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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 53: If a Catcher Drops ANY Pitch — WHAT’S Gonna Happen?!

July 11, 2019 01:13:41

The rule is going to drastically alter the game if it’s adopted.

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

Our Dickie V interview: Your comments — while Bob comments on the college basketball corruption that Dick and others protect.
MLB commish Bowie Kuhn: “You claim that players KISSED on the Seattle team bus?! Incredible!”
The legendary Jim Bouton of Ball Four has died.
MLB All Star Game and Fox’ TV coverage? Some loved it (Eli), some hated it (Bob). Either way, the ratings are way down.
C’mon, Denny! You REALLY don’t think baseballs are juiced this year? Many big-name MLB guys disagree with you.
With all the HUGE changes in baseball now, Denny brings up a proposed rule change that may have YOU apoplectic!
Oh. You’re already apoplectic over the possibility of another MLB strike or lockout? Denny and Bob are too, but Eli defends it.
Kawhi moves on, a disgrace for U-D basketball AND MSU football, plus 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!

Composite photo of Steve Yzerman and Joe Dumars

Episode 48: Stanley Cup Savior– or Problematic Piston?

June 24, 2019 01:05:27

I could tell you stuff that stand your hair on end.

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

Moritz Seider?! “In Stevie Y We Trust.” But Bob pounds the table: you don’t draft him THERE!
Could Yzerman someday become the next Dumars? Eli tells tales of how Joe D managed himself right outta town.
“The Vulture” is back at 82! But if he teaches the Mets pitchers what he once taught Denny, he won’t be “back” for long!
The locker room of the frustrated Mets blows up! Why not the pathetic Tigers’ yet? Stay tuned.
Of course, WITH JV and JD the Tigers would be anything BUT “pathetic.” Verlander rolls on!
And Pujols gets a huge welcome in St. Louis, proving that there must indeed be “better living through chemistry.”
Those stories and much more right here!

Episode 42: (Gulp!) The Greatest Team EVER?!

June 3, 2019 01:13:16

They Are Too Good For Everyone.

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

An 18-0 run?! Are the Warriors planning a “gentlemen’s sweep?!” The boys explain.
Bob continues his lonely fight with Eli and Denny to TALK MORE ABOUT HAWKEY — EH?!
Has it REALLY come to this? Denny would now rather watch girls softball than the Tigers?
And why is it that so many young black guys are wearing those White Sox caps?
Andy Ruiz Jr pulls off a monster upset over Anthony Joshua. Bob says “who?!”
Where do the Wolverines turn now that RB Chris Evans has been suspended all year?
Those stories, two NFL superstars make the WRONG first impression and 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 36: Beilein Bails – Shock and Sadness

May 13, 2019 00:55:20

Who’s going to replace him? The coaches on staff really don’t have the resume.

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

John Beilein takes the jump to the NBA. Who’s the next coach? Will the program continue to thrive? Will Beilein succeed in the NBA? The guys tackle the questions.
Eli Zaret recalls when he was not ‘big time’ enough for Terry Stotts and Bob explains George “Blob-Ha’s” origins.
In the NBA it’s the Battle of the Brothers as Golden State and Portland match up in the Western Conference Finals.
The guys ask – does Golden State REALLY need Durant?
Drama over the Pujols’ 2,000th RBI leads Denny to recall being strong-armed over his 30th win memorabilia as well.
The Tigers are somehow holding on to 3rd place in the AL Central despite injury woes, Miggy’s slow production and a -49 run differential!
The Kentucky Derby is still a mess as it remains wrapped in a lawsuit.

Episode 34: Miggy Over The Line In Ripping His Teammates

May 6, 2019 01:03:07

He Should Know Better Than [That]

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

Miggy rocks the Tigers –and the boys rock Miggy right back.
Bob DARES to argue pitching with Mr. 31-6 himself!
Eli is a piece of WHAT?! Listeners send hate-email about Mr. Z over our last show.
The Kentucky Derby ended in controversy. Bob snoozes as Eli and Denny recap this “sports” event.
Tiger coming to the White House Monday but Michiganders wonder whether he’s coming to Detroit this summer.
Kenny and the Oilers, a basketball history lesson and would YOU send YOUR kid to play QB for Michigan?
Those stories and much more right here!

Episode 30: N-Bombs in Sports and the New P.C. World

April 22, 2019 00:59:17

Are we overreacting to political correctness?

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

The Pathetic Pistons are all but finished — and now is Andre Drummond finished in Detroit?
Steve Yzerman is back and the feckless Motown media immediately genuflect and roll over.
Eli tells the inside story of how Stevie’s career in Detroit was almost derailed.
And Denny tells a wild story about one of sports’ greatest heroes! Could it actually be true?
Is super-agent Scott Boras now Nick’s escape from Detroit Tigers hell?
Is Miggy’s early-season slump partly due to his off-field problems?
Plus, the latest sacrifice on the altar of the P.C. crowd, pitching tips from Denny, Bob on nil-nil thrills and much more!