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Bristol Boys: Brew Crew Glory, Coach Hall Drops In & Fighting Words at Iron Horse

It’s the Halloween Eve Eve edition, recorded live on remote from Iron Horse Sports Bar and Grill in Bristol, CT, home of the old Webster Bank. Mac Daddy, the Don Father, Angry Jay, Crocker, and decibel dictator Kevin Ross welcome back the Taxman after more than a year away. Mr. Collins joins too, along with a special in-studio guest: new Central Connecticut State head baseball coach Patrick Hall.

⚾ Brewers Win It All (00:00) Milwaukee captures its first World Series title, 57 years after arriving from Seattle as the Pilots. The guys reminisce about Harvey’s Wallbangers (Yount, Cooper, Molitor, Gorman Thomas, Oglivie, Simmons) and praise Pat Murphy and Matt Arnold’s next-man-up approach. Angry Jay takes a victory lap for calling Brewers-Rays.

🗽 Yankees Culture Check The crew covers Murphy’s viral “selfish team” comment, Jorge Posada saying he doesn’t feel welcome, and Cashman and Boone getting more runway. There’s a quick free-agent bring-back list and a 30-second verdict on the Red Sox: is Roman Anthony the next Benintendi?

🎙️ Coach Patrick Hall (14:20) Hall reflects on 17 years beside Coach Hickey and introduces his staff, Bobby Nanna and pitching coach Trevor Brown. He recaps the fall trip to West Point and the Steve Reich room, then breaks down why contact, bunting, defense and accountability won in October. He also rules on blow pops, hat brims and stirrups.

🏈 Don Father Omerta (28:00), presented by Capital Securities Topics include Steph’s 44-point night trivia and trade deadline buzz: the Seahawks, Niners and Bears deals, plus Brian Thomas Jr., Josh Downs and Saquon rumors. The guys debate who’s actually good in the NFL, fantasy hits and busts, and Aaron Rodgers’ four 40-TD receivers.

🥊 Angry Jay’s Fighting Words (38:40), presented by Iron Horse Rapid-fire debates: Pierce vs. Carter, Bosh vs. Love vs. Gasol, Skenes vs. Misiorowski, Luka vs. Tatum, Bird vs. Jordan, and Biggio vs. Alomar. Then the movie matchups: Kelly Leak vs. Roy Hobbs and Clubber Lang vs. Apollo Creed. It closes with Massimino vs. Carnesecca, Gronk vs. Moss, Buttermaker vs. Boone, Cashman vs. a corpse, and more.

🧠 Are You Smarter Than a Mac Daddy? (55:20) Sports-landmark riddles: the 12th Man, the Lambeau Leap, the Terrible Towel, the Bleacher Creatures, Wrigley’s ivy and more. Coach Hall closes with a challenge: name a rotation with three Hall of Famers besides the ’90s Braves.

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Show Notes: Rico Brogna Joins the Round Table

The crew is on the road this week, live at the round table with Angry Jay, Crocker, the Don Father (Mac Daddy) and studio engineer Kevin Ross pulling off a glitch-free remote. Title sponsor Joe Moriello, Senior Vice President of Capital Securities (“a life well planned”), joins us at the table.

The Yankees Postmortem Another October, another early exit. The guys unload on the leadoff decision, a historically cold postseason from Trent Grisham, baserunning blunders, and an organizational culture they say has gone soft. Plus: A-Rod, Big Papi and Jeter on “philosophical change,” the Hal McGrowth boycott push on X, and why the Rays and Brewers win with ground balls, hustle and fundamentals. Angry Jay takes a well-earned victory lap on his preseason picks.

Guest: Rico Brogna Watertown’s own Rico Brogna, Detroit Tigers first-round pick, Clemson quarterback recruit, and veteran of the Tigers, Mets, Phillies, Red Sox and Braves, now a pro scout with the Seattle Mariners. Rico covers:

• Choosing baseball over Clemson football (and Danny Ford flying in on Thanksgiving)
• Legion ball legends and Watertown rivalries
• His first big-league at-bat: working back from 0-2 against Dave Stieb for a double
• First home run off Melido Perez at Tiger Stadium
• Breaking in with the Mets and the Evan Roberts podcast named after him
• Philly years under Terry Francona with Scott Rolen and Bobby Abreu
• A walk-off grand slam at Fenway with the crowd chanting his name
• Golf trips with Maddux and Glavine in Atlanta
• Why analytics have gone overboard, and what the Rays do right

Full Count (presented by Skygazer Brewing) Rapid-fire picks: favorite park (Dodger Stadium), least favorite (Olympic Stadium), the guy he hit best (John Smoltz), hardest thrower (Billy Wagner), foxhole teammate (Scott Rolen), Pedroia over Cano, Pedro over Randy, Albert Belle over Juan Gonzalez, The Natural over Moneyball, and the original Bad News Bears. Rico promises to come back with his Nolan Ryan story.

La Cosa Trivia Steve Spurrier vs. Georgia and Alabama, Joe Burrow’s late-game turnovers, Ricky Williams’ first-year rushing mark, the ‘93 Cowboys and ‘01 Patriots, Testaverde vs. Bledsoe, Tony Gwynn’s three strikeouts against four Hall of Famers, and who hit the first home run at Coors Field. (Spoiler: our guest.)

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The Bristle Boys — September 2, 2026

Live from the Don Father's, on Instagram and X. Brought to you by Skygazer Brewing and Capital Securities — SVP Joe Moriello: a life well planned.

Panel: The Don Father (host), Angry Jay, Crocker, Mac. Studio engineer: Kevin Ross. Coming up: a possible Devin McCourty, Yale coach Brian Ham, and more.

(03:36) Down to the wire

Rays up four and a half in the East, White Sox two and a half clear in the Central, Astros two up on Texas. Wild cards today: Cleveland at Houston, Chicago in the Bronx, San Diego at Atlanta, Phillies at Chicago.

Yankees have 16 games before a seven-game home finale: four with Tampa, three with the surging Orioles.

The Judge question: Jones or Grisham in the third outfield spot? Should be Jones, will be Grisham — sub-.200 leadoff hitter, bad metrics, doesn't hustle it in. Postseason arms: Cole and Schlittler at 70 pitches apiece, Rodón to the bullpen with Hill, Schmidt and Warren.

(07:03) World Series picks

• Don Father: Yankees–Dodgers
• Crocker: Dodgers, Yankees
• Kevin Ross: Dodgers, Rays
• Angry Jay: Rays, Brewers
• Mac: Yankees–Phillies, and he insists it's a prediction

Also: Brewers best-run in baseball, Rays second.

(09:51) The Draft Day Consigliere

The stack nobody talks about: QB–RB, not QB–WR. Take a high-powered offense late and bank every touchdown, run or pass:

• Swift + Caleb Williams — late fourth and around the eighth
• Javonte Williams + Dak — nobody else in Dallas sees the goal line
• Stafford + Kyren Williams

Draft QBs off Vegas passing-TD lines: Burrow 32.5, Stafford 31.5 — a touchdown apart, 20 picks apart.

Other calls: Tee Higgins is not Burrow-proof, Ja'Marr Chase is. Kelce at TE12 is theft. Garrett Wilson over Breece Hall — the Jets won't score, so take the catches. Cool on Bucky Irving. Jeremiah Love is legit, but does a 2-12 Arizona bubble-wrap him in your playoffs? QBs: Allen, Lamar, then Burrow over Daniels; Hurts at QB7 is a gift.

(23:00) Around the sport

Rookies who miss NFL rosters going back to college — universally hated here. NFL's counter: declare once, that's your shot. Plus praise for Signetti's 90-minute practices.

(27:22) NEW: The MacScarade Numbers

Players who made two numbers famous. Kobe 8/24. Nolan Ryan 30/34. Jordan 23/45 — and 12, one night in Orlando after his jersey was stolen. Reggie 9/44. Bourque 7/77. LeBron 23/6. Boggs 26/12. Ortiz 27 then 34. Durant 35/7. Messi 30/19/10. Deion 21, 37, 2 at FSU. Shaq 32/34/33.

(37:37) NEW: Pass or Cement Shoes

• Only player to win NFL MVP in his third season — Walter Payton
• Youngest to lead the league in sacks since 1982 — Shawne Merriman
• Active leader in sacks vs. MVPs — Cam Jordan, 42 (Von Miller next, 22)
• Most Vikings TD catches between Moss and Jefferson — Kyle Rudolph, 47
• Youngest QB to start a Giants playoff game — Danny Kanell
• Second to Ruth in outright MLB home run titles — Mike Schmidt

(44:47) Pick Your Poison with Angry Jay

Damon over Lofton, unanimous. Verlander over Scherzer. Wedding Crashers over Borat. Utley over Cano. Doc over Coney. Mussina over Schilling on character. Halladay over Glavine. Kuechly over Brooks. Henry over Riggins. Willis over Urlacher. Platoon over Private Ryan. Reacher the series over the movie. Draymond the bigger douchebag. Herb Brooks over Rocky, over loud objection.

Enjoy your drafts.

Episode Notes — August 11, 2026

Guest: Coach Kevin Kalat, Bristol 12U Little League All-Star Softball In studio: Bobby, Don Father, Crockett, Mac, engineer Kevin Ross. Out: Angry Jay (car and back trouble). Sponsors: Capital Securities — Joe Morello, SVP, "a life well planned" — and Skygazer Brewing.

Summary

Callett on three years with the Bristol Gators: 10U state and New England titles, an 11U East Regional crown, and a 2026 run to the Little League Softball World Series in Greenville, NC — a first for a Bristol 12U girls team. Then: NFC East over/unders, trivia, the red-hot Red Sox, the Dodgers' latest heist, a GOAT bracket, and a new segment — Foul Lines.

Chapters

• 01:12 Guest intro
• 02:00 The three-year run
• 04:40 Year-round ball, burnout, "tough but fair"
• 08:00 Pregame rituals
• 09:45 The regional final comeback
• 13:20 Relief pitching and the ESPN No. 1 catch
• 18:35 The town parade
• 20:25 What's next: 14U
• 22:40 NFC East over/unders
• 29:30 Football trivia
• 32:15 Red Sox red hot
• 37:50 Yanks: long ball or bust
• 43:00 Dodgers add another ace
• 56:00 GOAT bracket
• 1:01:10 Foul Lines
• 1:13:20 Week 1 is stacked

Softball takeaways

• Entered 10U with 8- and 9-year-olds and missed districts on purpose — the plan was experience.
• Staff: Adam Whitlock (manager), Mike Bastianz, Anthony LaFerge, Jay Thompson, Pat Tisha. Pitching with Kim Bogan in Watertown.
• On burnout: "The number one reason why kids quit sports is they're not having fun anymore."
• Rituals: Dakota Green's drum-roll cheer, Whitlock's roll call, and Callett pinching Green's cheeks every game.
• Whitlock's superpower is coaching from behind — he predicts the score and gets it right.
• Lucy's inside-the-park homer flipped the regional final; the winning run slid home an inning later.
• Best team seen: Kentucky. But Milford, East Lyme, and Fairfield are the real gauntlet.
• Not top-heavy — Juliana Pavlak grinding eight-pitch at-bats from the bottom of the order.
• Next: 14U, then Wilkes-Barre for regionals and Washington for the World Series.

Over/unders

Eagles 10.5 — unanimous over. Cowboys 9.5 — mostly over. Commanders 7.5 — mostly under (Tunsil's tricep). Giants 7.5 — split: Harbaugh optimism vs. Dart and Skattebo durability worries.

Trivia answers

• Most receiving TDs from Heisman winners, active — Mike Evans, 58.
• Most receiving yards per season, min. 10 seasons — Torry Holt.
• Highest career PPG in Celtics history — Isaiah Thomas, 24.7.
• Longest gap between NFC title game trips — Washington, 32 seasons.
• Active non-QB with most Monday night TDs — 13, AFC, playing Week 1.

Baseball

Boston went from 14 under to right in the mix on streaks of 15 and 9 — they'll take the walk, hit it to right, steal the bag. It hinges on Crochet. The Yanks are 30-31 since peaking and it's long ball or bust. The Dodgers added Skubal to Yamamoto and Snell. Cardinals CF Nathan Church on facing Misiorowski: guess wrong out of the hand and you have zero chance.

NBA

Two best teams still in the West, but the East has closed on depth. LeBron to Philly is about the Jordan conversation. The Blazers at +8000 are quietly loaded. GOAT bracket final: Jordan over Bird — after the bracket fell apart on air.

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The Bristol Boys — June 10, 2026

Live from the Don Father's House Cast: Mac, Don Father, Angry Jay, Crocker, Studio Engineer Kevin Ross (back from cross-country road trip) Sponsors: Skygazer Brewing Shandies | Capital Securities — Joe Moriello

NBA Finals — Knicks vs. Spurs

• Series tied 2–1 heading into Game 4; crew mostly backing Knicks but expects 6–7 games
• Becky Hammond's old "Brunson too short" quote resurfaces — called a social media dumpster dive
• NYC street violence after games — strong takes on fan safety

NBA West Landscape

• OKC — youngest roster, 15 first-rounders in 5 years; concern: will Chet/Jalen Williams want out like mid-2000s OKC?
• Spurs — young, physical, team-first ("like a fraternity"); Wemby at 25 min/game
• Warriors — cooked; one more Steph run seems unlikely
• Others: Rockets, Wolves, Blazers, Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Mavs (Mark Cuban frustration)

Giannis Sweepstakes

• Wants an "iconic franchise" (Celtics, Knicks, Lakers, Bulls rumored); Bucks want picks back
• Blazers mentioned as top trade partner; Celtics could swap Brown (near-identical contracts)

Old-School Bigs in Today's NBA

David Robinson ✅ | Ewing (probably) ✅ | Laimbeer ✅ | Oakley ✅ | Duckworth ❌ | Parish ❌ KG on Rodman: "He'd be MORE valuable today — guard 1–5, get 20 rebounds, he studied where the ball came off the rim."

Baseball

• Red Sox: Chaim Bloom called an analytics disaster; young talent, no leader, let go a pitcher now sporting a ~2.00 ERA elsewhere
• Yankees: Tied for division lead but Volpe struggling, catching a black hole, Judge out 6 weeks; Ben Rice a bright spot
• Dodgers: 35–32, not running away with the NL West

Technology Has Ruined Sports (Mac's Rant)

• Huddle/film apps: Coaches scout from the couch instead of in person — miss speed, attitude, family interactions
• Game Changer app: Baseball moms checking pitch counts live — "What's he at? 79, he's not done" — crew misses the scorebook era
• Wearables/patches: D1 athletes tracked in real-time; debate: performance vs. prevention?
• Phones at events: Fans videotaping instead of watching; kids raised on highlights, not nuance
• Streaming fragmentation: Games on Amazon, Apple, ABC, MLB app — nobody knows where to find anything
• Mac's challenge: Put the phone away 3 hours on a weekend. He tried it — got antsy after 90 minutes.

Trivia with the Don Father

• Longest playoff win streak by a non-champion? 2004 Lakers — 11 games (lost to Pistons in Finals)
• Most DPOY votes without winning (active)? Von Miller — two runner-up finishes, Super Bowl MVP with Denver
• Last QB to win MVP the year after losing the Super Bowl? Brett Favre (lost to Giants, won MVP next year)
• Most career sacks in Super Bowl-winning seasons? Charles Haley — 42 sacks across 5 titles. Chris Jones 2nd, Reggie White 3rd.

Who Would You Rather — Highlights

Judge over Trout ✅ | Pedro over Randy Johnson ✅ | Scherzer over deGrom ✅ | Sicario over Fargo ✅ McHale over Anthony Davis | Robinson over Ewing | Platoon over Saving Private Ryan (3–1) Musial over Griffey (Don Father only) | Wade over Harden (clean sweep) | Meatballs over sausage Munson over Fisk | White Chocolate over Bibby | Elway over Steve Young

Episode Notes

The Bristol Boys are back — and this time with a real schedule. At least one episode a month, locked in. Follow along on Instagram, Twitter/X, and wherever else handles get figured out. Brought to you by Skygazer Brewing and Capital Securities, led by SVP Joe Mariello — a life well planned.

What We Get Into

NFL Draft Recap — The NFC East cleaned up (Giants got the only A from http://NFL.com, Cowboys an A-, Bears a B+). The crew breaks down the Giants grabbing the consensus #1 player at #5, Dallas landing Tyler Booker, Brock Bowers comparisons for the Jets' tight end pick at 15, and whether Geno Smith is just a placeholder for next year's loaded QB class. Plus: why the Rams reaching at 13 made no sense, the Raiders maybe finally turning a corner, and the Eagles sneaking in to grab a Steelers target.

NBA Playoff Quote Trivia — Test yourself: who said "I might be wrong, but I doubt it"? Who answered every question with "both teams played hard"? Quotes from Shaq, Iverson, Artest, Dirk, Jokić, and a Draymond zinger that sets up the next segment.

The Draymond vs. Barkley Beef — Draymond took a shot at Chuck's Houston Rockets years. The boys are not having it. A real conversation about role players vs. franchise guys, why Draymond is who he is because of Curry, Klay, and KD, and whether comparing him to Barkley is even a serious question.

The Charter Oak Story — Bristol's own leads Portland back to the playoffs in his first year as a starter. 77 games. 34% from three. Leads the league in offensive rebounds. Bristol → UConn → NBA, winning at every level.

Celtics Post-Mortem — Tatum's injury, the questionable game-seven inactive list, and whether Brad Stevens makes major moves or rides it out. Derrick White or Pritchard — who stays?

LeBron's Legacy — Played well against Houston, but is there anything left to add? Plus a son's hot take that he's a better passer than Magic.

The Load Management Debate — A full breakdown. Does it actually prevent injuries? Does it extend careers? What about the fans paying $$$ only to find out the star is sitting? Cal Ripken is rolling over. Don Father working Mother's Day weekend. Lou Gehrig wouldn't recognize the league.

Remembering John Sterling — The four iconic home run calls (Mattingly, Tino, Brosius, O'Neill), the "running the bases like they were drunk" moment, and why Dave Simms just isn't the same. A wider lament for the lost art of broadcasting — when announcers knew when to shut up and let the moment breathe.

Glenn Sather Bar Story — Big East tournament, NYC, Angry Jay carrying a 15-year-old grudge. You'll have to listen.

Aikman vs. Hurts — Jay defends Hurts. The crew does the era-adjusted comparison. It gets heated.

Yankees Are Hot — Optimism (the rotation, Ben Rice, Dominguez, Spencer Jones, Lombard on the way) vs. Angry Jay's permanent glass-half-empty take. Volpe drama. Cashman silence. Stanton on the IL again.

Trivia Hits

• Last top-3 pick to lead the NFL in rushing as a rookie (hint: Pony Express)
• Last receiver tandem with 1,400 yards each in the same season — there have been four
• Last coach to win a playoff series after losing Game 1 by 30+

Sign-Off

Studio engineer Kevin Ross — phenomenal job. Joe Mariello — thanks for stopping by. Crocker, Don Father (low on pomade tonight, 6.9), and the rest of the boys back next month.

Best player in the NBA this year? Tatum. Champ? Celtics. Winner of the draft? The whole NFC East. Both teams played hard.

Date: December 10, 2025 Location: The Don Father Studio, Bristol, CT

The Bristol Boys are back in the Don Father Studio following a remote broadcast at the Hall of Fame. On this packed episode, the crew dives deep into baseball history, officiating, and the state of youth sports with two heavyweight guests. Plus, the usual heated debates on NFL fantasy stats and NBA hot takes.

⚾ Special Guest: MLB Umpire Phil Cuzzi

The boys welcome veteran MLB Umpire Phil Cuzzi, who recently became the oldest active umpire in Major League history (August 2025). Phil shares incredible stories from over three decades of professional umpiring.

• The Minor League Grind: Phil opens up about the unglamorous road to the majors—two-man crews, all-night drives, and sleeping in roadside motels.
• Manager Showdowns: Phil dishes on the managers he’s ejected and respected.

• The Unfair: Ozzie Guillen.
• The Legend: Bobby Cox (fair but fiery).
• The Strategist: Buck Showalter (who explained exactly how he would get ejected).
• The Lou Piniella Story: A hilarious encounter on a plane immediately after an ejection.

• Historic Moments: Working the plate for Cole Hamels' no-hitter (without realizing it until the final out), the last All-Star game at the old Yankee Stadium, and the famous Brett Gardner dugout ejection.
• The Evolution of the Game: Phil gives his candid take on the pitch clock, the "ghost runner," and the robotic strike zone challenge system.

🏆 Special Guest: Coach Vic Rinaldi

Fresh off a successful run, 3-time State Champion Coach Vic Rinaldi of St. Paul Catholic High School joins the studio to talk local baseball dominance.

• Building a Dynasty: How the St. Paul program attracts talent not through recruiting, but through a culture of winning and academic success.
• The Youth Sports Crisis: A serious discussion on the epidemic of arm injuries in young players. Coach Rinaldi and the boys discuss the dangers of year-round showcases, lack of rest, and the "velocity at all costs" mindset.
• Coaching Philosophy: Moving players around to fit team needs (converting catchers to first basemen/pitchers) and maintaining relationships with umpires.

🏈 Gridiron & Hardwood Trivia

The Don Father leads the crew through a gauntlet of sports trivia and "Who Would You Rather?" debates.

• NFL Fantasy Grid: A process of elimination challenge to find the WR with the most career fantasy points (Surprise: It’s not who you think).
• QB Stat Mystery: Comparing Josh Allen to Patrick Mahomes over their last 50 starts—the numbers might shock you.
• "Say What?" NBA Edition: Guessing famous quotes from Shaq, Kevin Garnett, and Metta World Peace.
• Hot Takes: The crew debates the OKC Thunder's winning streak and revisits the contentious "Wembanyama is a bust" argument.

🙏 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

• Joe Moriello: Senior VP of Capital Securities – For a life well planned.
• Skygazer Brewing: Home of the Pink Lemonade Shandy.
• Greg Hunt: Twister Baseball Clinics.

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The Bristle Boyz are live from the Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony! We’re celebrating the 2025 class of local legends, debating baseball ethics, and testing our Husky knowledge. The Don Father is playing hurt and Angry J is fired up as we interview Bristol’s finest.

We kick things off with a heated debate on the Baseball Hall of Fame—do A-Rod and Bonds belong in Cooperstown? Then, we pivot to UConn Men’s Basketball Trivia, testing our knowledge on everything from Shabazz Napier to the current run by Alex Karaban.

Guest Lineup & Timestamps:

• [04:20] Steve "Big Beach" Beecher: The Boys & Girls Club Athletic Coordinator discusses his All-American football career and the "tough love" expectations at the Club.
• [23:20] Principal Michael Higgins: The Bristol Eastern Principal talks scholar-athletes and drops a prediction for the Thanksgiving Day Bell City Bowl.
• [33:40] Bryant Lishness (2025 Inductee): A Gladiator Wrestling legend talks about Bristol's reputation as a "wrestling town" and coaching the next generation.
• [42:30] Brian "Archie" Archibald (2025 Inductee): Archie breaks down how wrestling prepared him for pitching battles and the intense Eastern vs. Central rivalry.
• [52:50] Andy Freemuth (2025 Inductee): Andy reflects on playing at Trinity College and his experience at the Fenway Park All-Star game.
• [57:10] Bob Kalat (President, BSHOF): The man behind the scenes discusses his 28 years of service and the pride of preserving Bristol’s sports history.
• [01:01:20] Coach Bunty Ray: The 2024 Inductee returns! With nearly 70 seasons coached, Bunty gives a masterclass on longevity and character development.

Key Topics:

• The PED Debate: Stats vs. Integrity in Cooperstown.
• UConn Trivia: Record holders for wins, starts, and blocks.
• The Rivalry: The deep-seated animosity (and respect) between the Rams and Lancers.

Sponsors:

• Joe Moriello: Senior VP of Capital Security
• Twister Baseball Clinic
• Skygazer Brewing

Date: November 17, 2025 Hosts: Angry J, Mac Daddy, The Don Father, Kevin Ross Studio Engineer: Brian Ferguson Sponsor: Joe Moriello, Capital Securities

🎙️ Intro & Local Beat

The boys christen the new studio ("The Home of the Don Father") and preview the Bristol Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony happening this Friday at the DoubleTree.

• The Plan: The crew will be live in the foyer interviewing inductees.
• Class of '25 Mentions: Brian Archibald, Tom Dickow, Andrew Freemuth, and David Hernandez.

⚾ MLB Awards & Hot Stove

• The MVP Debate: Aaron Judge secures his 3rd MVP. The hosts dismantle the "East Coast Bias" argument from Mariners fans (Cal Raleigh), noting Judge's OPS dominance.
• Yankees Moves: Discussion on the re-signing of Ryan Yarbrough and rumors surrounding Japanese slugger Murakami.

🏀 NBA: Mavs Meltdown & Wemby

• Dallas "Dumpster Fire": The hosts roast the Mavericks' front office and the failed chemistry between Luka and Kyrie.
• The Wemby Question: Is Victor Wembanyama a top-5 talent? Yes. Will he ever stay healthy enough to prove it? The Don Father says "No."

🏈 Feature: Angry J’s Bracket Challenge

The Scenario: It is 4th & 1. You are the linebacker in the hole. Which RB (post-1980) do you least want to tackle?

• The Matchups: Heavy hitters like Marshawn Lynch, Adrian Peterson, and Bo Jackson.
• The Final: Bo Jackson vs. Earl Campbell.
• The Champion: Earl Campbell (The Tyler Rose). The consensus: other backs might embarrass you, but Earl would run through you.

🏈 NFL & Coaching Carousel

• Giants: Heavy criticism for Brian Daboll regarding blown 4th-quarter leads and exposing Daniel Jones to injury.
• Steelers: Is Mike Tomlin "Captain Average"? The crew debates if 9-8 seasons are enough.
• Pitt’s Legacy: A nod to the University of Pittsburgh football program (Marino, Dorsett, Donald, Revis) climbing the all-time NFL talent rankings.

🧠 "Say What?" Trivia

The crew tries to identify famous football quotes:

• "Don't worry about the horse being blind, just load the wagon." — John Madden
• "I'm in favor of it." (On his team's execution) — John McKay
• "Nobody in football should be called a genius. A genius is a guy like Norman Einstein." — Joe Theismann

Next Step: Are you attending the Bristol Sports Hall of Fame induction this Friday? Come find us in the foyer at the DoubleTree to say hello!

he Bristol Boys—Don, Angry Jay, and Mac Daddy—are back for their October 16th, 2025 episode, with studio engineer Kevin "Ross Crocker" and a special in-studio appearance by their chief sponsor, Joe Moriello, SVP of Capital Securities.

Sponsors:

• Capital Securities ("A Life Well Planned")
• Skygazer Brewing

The episode kicks off with the hosts' World Series picks before diving straight into frustrating "Yankee off-season business." Don, fresh from attending the Yankees' final playoff game, delivers a passionate rant about the "lame" and "embarrassing" stadium atmosphere, criticizing fans for sitting quietly with two strikes. This leads to a larger critique of the Yankee organization under Hal Steinbrenner and Brian Cashman, with the crew frustrated that no changes are expected despite fan outrage. The hosts then run a rapid-fire "In or Out" segment on potential Yankee free agents, emphatically rejecting players like Cody Bellinger, Paul Goldschmidt, and Jonathan Loáisiga.

After a "Say What" segment quizzing the hosts on famous baseball quotes from players like Manny Ramirez and Kevin Millar, the conversation shifts to the NFL mid-season. The crew declares the 5-1 Indianapolis Colts the league's biggest surprise and the Baltimore Ravens the biggest disappointment. They also debate the elite status of Jalen Hurts, with most hosts ranking several other quarterbacks ahead of him.

Don Father then takes over for his "Fantasy 101" segment. He provides crucial advice on navigating upcoming trade rumors and a heavy Week 8 bye schedule. Key start/sit advice includes starting Jordan Love and Breece Hall while sitting the Seattle running backs. In a bold move, he advises a listener to start Daniel Jones over Jalen Hurts.

The main event of the show is Angry Jay's Bracket Challenge to crown the Best UConn Point Guard of All Time. The hosts debate a 16-player bracket, which ultimately leads to a star-studded Final Four: (1) Kemba Walker vs. (4) Doron Sheffer and (3) Shabazz Napier vs. (2) Khalid El-Amin. After a final debate, Kemba Walker is crowned the winner, defeating Shabazz Napier in the championship.

The episode wraps up with the "President's Cup" name association game and a bonus segment on NBA season over/unders, where the hosts give their predictions for the Celtics, Knicks, Lakers, and more.

Bristol Sports Hall of Fame Inductees

The hosts run through the list of this year's inductees:

• Brian Archibald (Baseball Pitcher, Wrestling)
• Gretchen Chaison
• Tom Dickau (Umpire)
• Andrew Freimuth
• John Greenleaf
• David Hernandez (Football)
• Bryant Lishness

MLB Playoffs & News

• Yankees vs. Red Sox: The hosts express nervousness about the Yankees facing Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet, calling it a "horrible matchup." All three games of the series will be played at Yankee Stadium.
• Mets Collapse: The crew discusses the recent collapse of the New York Mets, calling it "priceless." They touch on Pete Alonso opting out of his contract and his future as a potential designated hitter.
• MVP Debate: A spirited debate takes place regarding the AL MVP race between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh, with the hosts arguing that Judge has had a better season despite a "media push" for Raleigh.
• World Series Predictions: The consensus pick to win the World Series is the Los Angeles Dodgers.

New Segment: "Say What?"

A trivia segment where the hosts identify the famous baseball personality behind a quote.

• "I want all the kids to copulate me." - Andre "The Hawk" Dawson
• "I don't know. I never smoked any Astroturf." - Tug McGraw
• "The doctors x-rayed my head and found nothing." - Dizzy Dean
• "They shouldn't throw at me. I'm the father of five or six kids." - Dusty Baker
• "Baseball is 90% mental and the other half is physical." - Yogi Berra
• "In my humble opinion, Ricky Henderson is the greatest leadoff hitter of all time." - Ricky Henderson

Fantasy Football & NFL Update

• Fantasy Disappointments: The hosts lament the poor performance of several players, including Chase Brown, AJ Brown, and Olamide Zaccheaus.

• Chase Brown is the only player in NFL history to have at least 40 carries in his first three games while averaging less than two yards per carry.

• Key Injuries: The group discusses significant injuries impacting the league, including those to Joe Burrow, Saquon Barkley, Mike Evans, and George Kittle.
• NFL News & Notes:

• The Buffalo Bills are called "overhyped," having played a schedule against teams with only one combined win.
• A debate is had over whether Russell Wilson is a Hall of Fame quarterback.
• The hosts are impressed with JJ Watt's performance as a broadcaster.
• TJ Watt became one of only seven players in NFL history with over 100 sacks and 8 interceptions. The hosts try to name the others (Lawrence Taylor, Richard Dent, Jared Allen, Julius Peppers, Chris Doleman, and Ricky Jackson).

The Bristol Boys are back by popular demand! Recorded live on August 19th, 2025, the crew—hosted by the Don Father with Angry Jay, Crocker, and the Tax Man—settles into the new studio for an unfiltered session of sports talk and wild debates.

The guys kick things off with a shoutout to the 2025 Tri-State Champion Bethlehem Plowboys before diving headfirst into the bizarre "Dildo Gate" phenomenon shaking up the WNBA. They also break down Caitlin Clark's massive impact on the league, player pay disputes, and the future of women's basketball. The conversation shifts to the NBA, where they debate the death of the traditional point guard and quiz each other on the most dominant scorers in history.

Later, the focus turns to the MLB playoff push, with a fiery discussion on the Yankees' trade deadline moves, Brian Cashman's job security, and whether the Red Sox are for real. The segment culminates in a classic "Angry Jay" bracket challenge to determine the most feared 1990s slugger in a clutch, bases-loaded situation.

Finally, it's time for fantasy football! Get your draft kits ready as the Don Father leads a deep dive into draft strategy, sleepers to target, and players to avoid at every position. Get their expert takes on Dak Prescott, Chase Brown, Drake London, and many more to dominate your league. Stick around for Super Bowl predictions and a surprise appearance that you won't want to miss.

This episode is brought to you by Capital Securities and Skygazer Brewing.

"Welcome back to the studio, Bristol boys! On this July 10th, 2025, episode, we're joined by Angry Jay, Crocker, our incredible studio engineer Kevin Ross, and his special guest, Brother Jim Ross, live from DC!

We dive headfirst into the Yankees' recent struggles, debating the controversial decision to cut DJ LeMahieu. Is he a scapegoat? Will he haunt us from another team like the Red Sox or Blue Jays? We also break down the baffling player positioning under Cashman's management and dissect the shocking decline in batting averages across MLB.

Then, get ready for Angry Jay's Bracket Challenge: Game 7 Pitchers (1980 On)! Who would you want on the mound with your season on the line? We debate pitching legends like Roger Clemens, Greg Maddux, Pedro Martinez, and more, leading to some surprising upsets and heated discussions.

We then shift gears to the NBA Summer League, as the highly anticipated matchup between #1 pick Cooper Flag and "the entitled one," Bronny James, takes center stage. We discuss the hype, Bronny's G-League stats, and the increasing rate of Achilles injuries in the NBA. Is modern training and pace of play to blame?

Finally, we test our sports knowledge with "Which Jackson Is It?"—a trivia challenge spanning NBA, NFL, and MLB players named Jackson. Plus, we explore the alarming financial disparities in the WNBA All-Star game and tackle some burning fantasy football questions for the upcoming season.

Tune in for passionate debates, surprising stats, and all the unfiltered sports talk you can handle!"

This week on the Bristol Boys, we're settling into our new studio, "The Don Father's House"! Join Don Father, Angry Jay, Crocker, and even first-timer Tim Collins, as we jump into the latest in sports.

We're kicking things off with a deep dive into high school baseball, celebrating the St. Paul Falcons' state championship but also sparking a heated debate about the fairness of the CIAC's division alignments. Then, we swing into the College World Series, discussing player antics and controversial new rules.

On the pro side, we're talking MLB frustrations, from recent Red Sox trades that have fans scratching their heads to the Yankees' puzzling offensive slump and high-profile injuries. Plus, get ready for some fun baseball trivia!

Next, we hit the hardwood for the NBA Finals, dissecting the series' low ratings and debating the league's top point guards. Finally, brace yourself for the inaugural "Angry Jay Bracket Challenge," where 16 top 2000s wide receivers go head-to-head. And in our new "Red, White, and Blue Challenge," we're connecting U.S. Presidents to famous athletes.

Tune in for all the heated debates, laughs, and signature Bristol Boys banter!

It's Gonna Be May! Talking NBA Playoffs, NFL Draft Drama, and Ranting on Rants!

Welcome back! It's May 1st, and the sports world is buzzing. This episode kicks off with a look back at a "special night" and a nod to Justin Timberlake before diving headfirst into the action. We're down to two major sponsors, including Skygazer with their new raspberry lemonade shandy, perfect for the coming spring-summer season. Plus, our main sponsor, Joe Morello, Senior Vice President of Capital Security, is in the house to remind us that "a life well planned" is key.

Then, hold onto your hats as the rants begin! From the increasing level of disrespect and "rub it in" culture in sports, exemplified by the Bucks-Pacers series fallout and over-the-top bat flips, to the excessive celebrations around high school signing days and senior nights (and don't even get us started on all the baseball padding!), no topic is safe. We question the value of celebrating every little thing and ponder if it's more about the parents than the athletes.

We shift gears to the NFL Draft, discussing the surprising slide of Shador Sanders and the potential headaches he might bring to an NFL locker room. Is talent enough, or does character and "team culture" matter more? The Giants, Steelers, Falcons, and Jets' draft decisions are dissected, with strong opinions on who won and who "shit the bed."

The NBA Playoffs are in full swing, and we break down the matchups, debating whether experience trumps young talent and if the Celtics are the clear favorites. Plus, an emergency press conference with our youngest guest ever provides some bold predictions and unexpected takes on NBA greats.

Baseball is underway, and the Yankees are in first place thanks to Aaron Judge, who's putting up incredible numbers. But questions linger about injured veterans and whether the young guys should take the reins. We also touch on the Red Sox and their promising farm system.

Finally, we play a lively round of "Who Would You Rather Manage Your Kid?" featuring a bracket of iconic baseball skippers, leading to some passionate debates and a surprising champion. We wrap up with a quick Mount Rushmore of jersey numbers and some random sports trivia.

Tune in for hot takes, spirited arguments, and a deep dive into the current state of sports!

The Bristle Boys - Season 2 Premiere: Tush Push Debates & NBA Woes

The Bristle Boys are back for Season 2! Join Mac, Angry Jay, The Donfather, Krakow, and Ross as they dive back into the world of sports after a break.

In this episode:

• NFL Tush Push Controversy: The guys get heated debating the controversial "tush push" play. Should it be banned? Is it "old school football" or just ugly? They break down the arguments, player safety concerns, and whether teams just need to figure out how to defend it.
• NBA State of the Game: With the NBA season winding down, the crew discusses potential Rookie of the Year candidates and analyzes a standout rookie's performance. They also lament the league's three-point obsession (thanks, Steph Curry?) and the frustrating trend of tanking teams.
• NFL vs. NBA vs. MLB: Which major sport reigns supreme right now? The boys weigh in on the entertainment value and fan experience of each league.

Tune in for lively debates, sponsor shout-outs, and the classic Bristle Boys banter you've missed!

This episode, we're breaking down the Yankees' playoff loss, discussing the controversial Soto sweepstakes, and sharing our thoughts on the new college football playoff format. We'll also be sharing our favorite sports moments of the week and giving our predictions for the upcoming NFL season.

Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or just looking for some good laughs, the Bristol Boys have you covered. So tune in and join the conversation!

On the latest episode of podcast podcast, the Bristle Boyz welcome UConn baseball coach Jim Penders. Penders talks about championships, culture and what’s in Storrs for Hook-C.

The Bristle Boyz return to the studio with an absolute banger. The Boyz welcome 4- time national champion Tom Moore, UConn’s assistant coach extraordinaire. Plus, we had a special call-in guest (hint: he is 7-plus feet tall, from Bristol and a friend of the show). As if that isn’t enough, Lewis Mills coach Ryan Raponey talks about going from the Berkshire League to the CCC to the state finals. Are you not entertained?

Get ready for a no-holds-barred sports showdown as the boys return with another explosive episode. We're diving deep into the NBA Summer League, breaking down Charter Oak's dominant performance and debating the future of the league's top prospects. Plus, our special guests, Yukon coach Jim Penders and Yale coach Brian Ham, weigh in on the college basketball scene.

From the Yankees' questionable trade deadline moves to the rise of the Mariners, we're covering it all. Expect heated debates, hilarious banter, and plenty of inside baseball (and basketball) talk. Don't miss this action-packed episode!