Mets in Free Fall, The NBA Team in Denial, and Dan Graca Joins the Show
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The Mets are in free fall — but is it just a slump or a sign of something fundamentally broken? In Year 5 of the Steve Cohen era, we ask the hard question: have the results matched the record-setting payroll? Denial is not just a river in Egypt — it’s where one NBA franchise is living. Also, the NY Post headline that cracked me up this week. Plus, we talk with Dan Graca: • How concerned are you about the Mets? • Did we give David Stearns too much credit? • Approach at the trade deadline • The Mets lineup and the problem with the young players • Possible changes • The NY Jets'...
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LeBron’s Exit Plans, Ace Bailey’s Draft Drama, and the Next NBA Gambling Scandal
Gordon Damer on Sports
On this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, we dive into whether LeBron James is preparing for life after the Lakers—and what that could mean. Then it’s the curious case of Ace Bailey and how his draft drama might reshape the NBA’s relationship with young talent. Plus, why you shouldn’t be surprised if another gambling scandal rocks the sports world soon. All that and more, served up with sharp insight and just the right amount of humor.
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AI in the NFL Fans on Their Worst Behavior and the NBA Draft’s Biggest Loser
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On this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over the NFL? One team thinks so. Another ugly chapter in the ongoing saga of fan behavior pushing the limits. We spotlight the biggest loser of the NBA Draft and why it wasn’t even close. Plus, MLB has a baseball problem once again, and at the halfway point of the season, we break down which big-money contracts have already backfired.
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How an Injury Overshadowed the NBA Finals. The Greatest Sports Grudge Has a New Chapter. The Ump Show and KDs Latest Soft Landing.
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On this hilarious episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, we break down the injury that may have changed the course of an entire sport. Plus, why not everyone is celebrating the Thunder’s championship. The “Ump Show” makes a memorable appearance at the College World Series, proving that MLB isn’t alone, And Kevin Durant’s new home is Houston—what could possibly go wrong?
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Lakers Sold, LeBron Exposed, and What Rockies Dysfunction Can Teach MLB Fans
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On this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, the NBA is buzzing after the blockbuster sale of the Lakers, but it has Gordon reaching for his tinfoil hat. LeBron said what exactly about “ring culture”? Then we turn to baseball for a cautionary tale, as the Colorado Rockies continue to set a new standard for dysfunction, and there is a lesson in it for every MLB fan. Plus, What I Learned on TikTok is back with special guest Joe Leo, who joins the show to talk Aaron Judge’s greatness and what the Knicks coaching search really means. It is smart, it is sharp, and it has more laughs than a...
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Devers Déjà Vu, the NBA Finals Get Upstaged and Caitlin Clark Returns
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On this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, the Red Sox have traded Rafael Devers and the déjà vu for Boston fans is real. After losing Mookie Betts in similar fashion, the franchise has once again moved on from a homegrown star in his prime and fans are left wondering what the actual plan is. We also dive into the recent trade between the Magic and Grizzlies, what it reveals about both teams, and what it says about the lack of interest in the NBA Finals. Plus Caitlin Clark returns to the court and proves yet again that she is not just a star but is bigger than the league she plays in and why...
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The Knicks Play Coach Me If You Can
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In this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, the Knicks coaching search takes some strange turns, why it’s not the disaster some are making it out to be just yet. Gordon tears down the narratives surrounding one potential coach that some high powered names are throwing their support behind. We have an update on the A’s move to Vegas, and it’s not good news for the owner John Fisher. Plus, we are joined by the always hilarious Chris Carlin (@ChrisCarlin) for a wide ranging conversation that includes his take on what the Knicks are doing, ridiculous food trends & his #1 memory from...
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After the A’s: What Fans Are Building in Oakland
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The A’s may be headed to Las Vegas (perhaps), but not all the passion is going with them. In this episode, Gordon takes a closer look at what happens after a franchise leaves town & how some A’s fans are refusing to let the legacy die. We’re joined by Jorge Leon, a longtime fan and organizer to talk about what he and others are building in Oakland in the wake of the team’s move community driven baseball, grassroots organizing, and a refusal to just sit back and mourn. Plus, why the A’s move to Las Vegas is no sure thing. Like the episode? Subscribe, share it, and stay...
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Thibodeau = Thibodone
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The Knicks have officially moved on from Tom Thibodeau. We break down what that means for the franchise’s next move, and the one thing the new head coach MUST bring to the table. We’re joined by Knicks super fan Anthony Donahue (@AnthonyMSG) to talk about the team’s direction, and the emotions surrounding this season. Plus, a serious look at how the rise of sports gambling is fueling toxic behavior toward athletes, and why it’s time for the industry to take real accountability.
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What Went Wrong: Knicks Season Autopsy
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The Knicks’ season is in the books, and Gordon Damer is here to dissect it all. What went wrong, who’s to blame, and where does the team go from here? From the loss in the ECF, Tom Thibodeau’s future, nothing is off-limits. With analysis, insight, and a touch of humor, Gordon is joined by special guest Kris Pursiainen to make sense of a season that promised so much but yet came up short.
info_outlineIn this episode of Gordon Damer on Sports, the Knicks coaching search takes some strange turns, why it’s not the disaster some are making it out to be just yet. Gordon tears down the narratives surrounding one potential coach that some high powered names are throwing their support behind. We have an update on the A’s move to Vegas, and it’s not good news for the owner John Fisher. Plus, we are joined by the always hilarious Chris Carlin (@ChrisCarlin) for a wide ranging conversation that includes his take on what the Knicks are doing, ridiculous food trends & his #1 memory from producing Mike & The Mad Dog. This episode has got all the insight, humor and sarcasm you can squeeze into 42 minutes.