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It’s So You Wanna Talk to Samson Wednesday! Why do you think Patrick Corbin’s Nationals contract was bad? They won a World Series! (14:20) Can you explain revenue sharing? There are some people who still don’t understand it. (27:10) Is Portland an option for MLB expansion? (36:00) Can you explain buying into an MLB team? How did Jeffrey Loria buy the shares and get the shares in the Expos? (47:00) Marathon training. What does it look like now to when you first started? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘pooper’ as in party pooper as in NBA Finals as in MSG as in the mayor as in the police commissioner. What am I talking about? Well the watch party talks have gotten out of control. The fans actions has been out of control. The comments back and forth out of control. Why can we never just focus on the games? (20:00) Let’s talk about ESPN and the decisions they are making. Pat McAfee is negotiating a new monster deal with the company. Stephen A. Smith is fighting with the President again. What a fun time. (28:30) Review: Euphoria. (31:33) NPPOD. (37:50) The Milwaukee Brewers signed another pre-arb deal! That’s the third one in the last few years and the second one this season! (43:20) Raleigh has entered the sweepstakes. MLB expansion is coming. Cities want teams. Who will get one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow believes we are in the midst of a classic NBA Finals, after the Spurs make it three straight for the road team in these Finals. Zas explains why the Spurs could be the more confident team now. Plus, Zaslow is joined by the voice of the NBA on ESPN Radio, Marc Kestecher, who details what The Garden was like last night. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine "ZASLOW SHOW 2.0" is presented by Anidjar & Levine, Accident Attorneys. Call 800-747-FREE (3733) and get the money you deserve. Sawgrass Infiniti - Florida’s #1 Volume Infiniti Dealer. Financing as low as 0% APR Available. $0 Down Payment Required. 400 New Infiniti models in stock at all times. Where the Commercial Ends and the Savings Begin. Conveniently located off the Sawgrass & Commercial Blvd. Signature Real Estate Whether you're buying your dream home, selling your property, or looking to join the best in the business, contact Matthew H. Maschler at 561-208-3334 or Matt@RealEstateFinder.com Johnny Cuba Official beer of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - European Roots with a Caribbean Soul #StayTranquilo Brunt Insurance Official insurance agency of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0. Wherever you're located in Florida, from Pensacola to The Keys and beyond, Brunt Insurance delivers you comprehensive insurance tailored exactly to your needs. Home, auto, boat, life insurance, call 954-589-2204. Legacy Lab If something were to happen to you today, would your loved ones know what to do? Legacy Lab helps people organize their end-of-life and incapacity info in one convenient, secure location. Download the app today for peace of mind for you, your family and loved ones. If your business targets 25-54 year old Men, let's advertise on ZASLOW SHOW 2.0!! Email jonathanzaslow@gmail.com and join the growing list of partners!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I truly cannot believe how crazy college sports have gotten. Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby has been cleared to play football. Brendan Sorsby was ruled ineligible for gambling against his own team. Brendan Sorsby placed over 9,000 bets over the past few years. But! A Lubbock County judge granted him an injunction to play and the college football world was set on fire. (17:22) The World Cup continues to be a mess. Beautiful. It’s such a mess! (28:00) The 49ers still have a Brandon Aiyuk problem that they haven’t been able to get out of. Will he be released? Will he be traded? The team hopes it can happen soon. (37:12) Miami Heat have a new TV network. They are headed to “free” TV! (46:10) Let’s discussing what’s going on in Kansas City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘premature’ as in celebration as in jubilation as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in the NBA Finals. Wemby had his moment. Jalen Brunson tried his best. The refs made this a series. Mike Brown was fired up. Trump was asleep? (26:15) The Athletics are playing games in Vegas. And it is a nightmare for pitchers! The first game had 29 runs and 11 home runs! (33:24) Review: Your Friends and Neighbors. (37:20) NPPOD. (38:50) Alex Bregman admits he has been bad. He was signed to be THE man and he is not. What can they do? (46:05) What happened to Vladdy Jr? The power is just gone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What has happened to the Padres? They have been terrible. (13:00) The Yankees have a bigger problem than what they thought. Aaron Judge is out for months, not weeks, and not days. And what about catcher? Is Ben Rice an option? They are hoping not. (25:20) What is the latest with the Rays new stadium? Wasn’t it a done deal? Now, it does not look like it. (44:10) Let’s talk expansion and why soccer could impact it in baseball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘prohibited’ as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in President Trump as in Madison Square Garden as in New York City. The NBA Finals are back at the Garden! Can you believe it? President Trump is going to the game and now a Watch Party has been canceled outside MSG. The team says it was the city and not because of Trump. The NYPD says the decision was made with the Secret Service. The vibes are down, but not out. (12:40) What are the prices like for tickets? BIG MONEY. So much so even Josh Hart commented on it. (25:50) Kawhi Leonard and his uncle Dennis have now been interviewed by NBA investigators. The team and Leonard continue to deny the allegations. Adam Silver wants this wrapped up. (31:50) I went to Germany for something. Let me explain what I did. (35:30) Review: Paper Bag Plan. (39:02) NPPOD. (42:00) President Trump has taken his side in the MLB and MLBPA fight. And of course, it’s the side of baseball. (46:15) The World Cup starts on Friday and it’s a mess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's edition of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, Zaslow believes the Knicks will sweep the Spurs, if San Antonio cannot defend the home court tonight. SiriusXM NBA Radio host, Frank Isola, joins the show to preview tonight's Game 2. The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine "ZASLOW SHOW 2.0" is presented by Anidjar & Levine, Accident Attorneys. Call 800-747-FREE (3733) and get the money you deserve. Sawgrass Infiniti - Florida’s #1 Volume Infiniti Dealer. Financing as low as 0% APR Available. $0 Down Payment Required. 400 New Infiniti models in stock at all times. Where the Commercial Ends and the Savings Begin. Conveniently located off the Sawgrass & Commercial Blvd. Signature Real Estate Whether you're buying your dream home, selling your property, or looking to join the best in the business, contact Matthew H. Maschler at 561-208-3334 or Matt@RealEstateFinder.com Johnny Cuba Official beer of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0 - European Roots with a Caribbean Soul #StayTranquilo Brunt Insurance Official insurance agency of ZASLOW SHOW 2.0. Wherever you're located in Florida, from Pensacola to The Keys and beyond, Brunt Insurance delivers you comprehensive insurance tailored exactly to your needs. Home, auto, boat, life insurance, call 954-589-2204. Legacy Lab If something were to happen to you today, would your loved ones know what to do? Legacy Lab helps people organize their end-of-life and incapacity info in one convenient, secure location. Download the app today for peace of mind for you, your family and loved ones. If your business targets 25-54 year old Men, let's advertise on ZASLOW SHOW 2.0!! Email jonathanzaslow@gmail.com and join the growing list of partners!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, we had to do a show today. The Knicks took Game 1 of the NBA Finals over the Spurs. Jalen Brunson was the hero of New York again. What a clutch performance. Wemby did not have a great game. Was it nerves? (10:30) Adam Silver spoke before Game 1. He had some big stories to speak on: Aspiration and the Clippers, expansion, NBA Europe. (21:20) Rob Manfred met with the media on Wednesday. Everything he says is important right now. Let’s breakdown all the topics he chose to hit on from CBT to a strike to the Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Stanley Cup is happening right now. The Golden Knights took a 1-0 lead in the series over the Hurricanes. But! Another story came out from the NHL that you asked about. (11:40) Steph Curry has a new shoe deal. He has signed with Li-Ning. Because of the comfort of the shoes or because of the $400 million? (22:40) Do the Brewers owe their success to David Samson? (31:50) Why are the San Francisco Giants so bad against teams with similar payrolls? (37:55) Can you explain local tax revenue and ticket sales and stadium revenue and what is happening with the Vegas stadium? (45:20) We have an NIL number $6.5 million now. A college basketball player making $6.5 million. Unbelievable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices