Steve interviews Sean McDonough(00:11:05) from ESPN and the Red Sox radio network. Sean is with us to discuss his new role as PBP1 on ESPN's coverage of the National Hockey League. Sean talks about his love for hockey, how he was considered for and ultimately landed the job, and what he needs to do to build his chops back up. Sean also talks about working practice games with his partners, his bucket list, and gives due respect to Gary Thorne and Doc Emrick. Finally, Sean talks about the AL Wild Card game at Fenway Park between the Yankees and the Red Sox. Sean called the game and talks about balancing three sports, the Aaron Judge play at the plate, and the early exit of Garrit Cole.
Also, Rob Miech (00:51:37) from the Chicago Sun-Times joins us to talk about the rise of sports gambling. First, Rob and Steve talk about Steve's recent passion for Italian soccer on the international and club level. Next, Rob talks about writing about sports gambling for the Chicago Sun-Times. Finally, Rob and Steve discuss Bryce Harper and his lack of Championships.
Steve starts the show with a hey now from his sweet guest host, Paula Bennett and they talk about her first few weeks of school. The book club has a new book and a strong maybe. The show ends with one last thing with Paula and Steve discussing their 80's wrestling entry in Paula's Trunk or Treat contest at school.
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