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THE PRO Podcast
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This is the destination for unfiltered interviews with stars from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL and beyond. Legends from every sport battle it out on the links and take a break in the action to answer questions about hot topics in sports, plus they unveil untold stories from their playing days. Welcome to The Pro.
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Tuukka Rask Talks Bruins Loyalty, Goalie Mindset, and Today’s NHL
Nov 2600:07:51Tap to summarizeFormer Boston Bruins star and Stanley Cup–winning goaltender Tuukka Rask joins us live from THE PRO Rivals Open for an all-time conversation. Tuukka talks about picking up golf in retirement, raising three daughters, and his unexpected musical side. He reflects on spending his entire NHL career with the Bruins, the challenge of staying with one team, and whether Boston can bounce back this season. Rask also shares stories about Zdeno Chara, the evolution of hockey personalities, Brad Marchand winning a Cup elsewhere, and why he became a goalie in the first place. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mark Mulder talks MLB’s velocity problem, A’s move, Cardinals decline
Nov 1900:12:18Tap to summarizeTwo-time MLB All-Star Mark Mulder joins us live at THE PRO Rivals Open to talk baseball, golf, and how the game has changed since his days with the Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals. Mulder shares his honest thoughts on today’s velocity-obsessed pitching, how modern tech like TrackMan would have impacted his career, and why watching the current game can be frustrating for former pitchers. He also weighs in on the Oakland Athletics move to Las Vegas, declining attendance for the St. Louis Cardinals, and the competitive field at this year’s Pro Rivals tournament. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Brian McCann on His MLB Call-Up Story, Catcher Life, and Cal Raleigh’s Rise
Nov 1200:17:41Tap to summarizeFormer Atlanta Brave and seven-time MLB All-Star Brian McCann joins us live at THE PRO Rivals Open to relive his viral closing-hole eagle, talk life in retirement (coaching the kids, living on the range), and share classic stories... including the unforgettable way Brian Snitker told him he was getting called up. We dig into catcher life (the grind, 120–130 games, one-knee vs. traditional), how the shift changed his approach, Hall of Fame voting for catchers, and Cal Raleigh’s historic season. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jeremy Roenick Shares a Wild Michael Jordan Story & Breaks Down the State of the NHL
Nov 500:16:27Tap to summarizeNHL Hall of Famer Jeremy Roenick joins us live at THE PRO Rivals Open to tell an incredible Michael Jordan story and talk about today’s NHL, including stars like Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, and Patrick Kane. Roenick also discusses why no Canadian team has won the Stanley Cup since 1993 and what makes The PRO such a unique crossover event for athletes. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nick Van Exel Recalls Playing with Kobe Bryant and Shaq on the Lakers
Oct 2800:12:27Tap to summarizeFormer NBA All-Star Nick Van Exel joins us live from THE PRO Rivals Open to talk basketball, golf, and life after the league. Nick shares stories from his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, playing alongside Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and Magic Johnson, plus what it was like going up against Michael Jordan in the ‘90s. He also dishes on his golf game, teaming up with Greg Maddux, and why baseball might be the hardest sport in the world. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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NBA Hall of Famer Ray Allen on His Iconic Finals Shot vs the Spurs & Performing Under Pressure
Oct 2100:26:44Tap to summarizeNBA Hall of Famer and two-time NBA champion Ray Allen joins us live at THE PRO Rivals Open to talk golf nerves, clutch mindset, and life under pressure. Ray shares the “no excuses” approach that made him one of the greatest shooters ever, breaks down his iconic 2013 Finals three (Miami Heat vs San Antonio Spurs), compares free-throw pressure to golf putts, and explains how pros should communicate for kids and fans. We also hit UConn vs. Florida memories, “He Got Game” (Jesus Shuttlesworth) with Spike Lee & Denzel, trash talk, and why golf helped his NBA career. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe Pavelski on What It Really Takes to Make It and Last in the NHL
Oct 1400:17:55Tap to summarizeLive from THE PRO Rivals Open, longtime NHL star and golf shark Joe Pavelski breaks down his “old man golf” superpower (striped fairways, crisp irons, hot putter), the side bets, and a tee sheet featuring John Smoltz, Mark Mulder, and Mardy Fish. Then it’s hockey talk: why Canadian teams haven’t broken through, whether Toronto is the toughest market, Florida’s rise, how the game’s speed has evolved, and the code around fights & respect. Joe hits on life post-NHL (“aged out,” not retired), coaching his Madison youth team, Badgers ties, beer-league nights, and the Stanley Cup chase that got away — plus his take on the greatest American-born players (Patrick Kane, Mike Modano, Brett Hull, Auston Matthews, Chris Chelios). Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hall of Famer Greg Maddux on Facing Tony Gwynn, Barry Bonds, and the Science of Pitching
Oct 700:14:36Tap to summarizeHall of Famer Greg Maddux joins THE PRO Rivals Open to talk golf, baseball, and legendary stories from his career. Maddux compares himself and John Smoltz on the course, shares how his approach to pitching was built on movement and precision over velocity, and reflects on facing Tony Gwynn and Barry Bonds. He also opens up about learning from his brother Mike, his take on today’s strike zone and analytics, and how “The Maddux” became one of the coolest pitching stats in baseball history. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cody Ross on MLB's Biggest Rivalries & His Epic Postseason Run
Sep 3000:10:57Tap to summarize2010 NLCS MVP and postseason legend Cody Ross joined us live at THE PRO Rivals Open. Ross shares stories from the locker room, weighs in on the biggest rivalries in baseball today, and reflects on the Giants claiming him off waivers which led to a World Series run. He also talks about his golf life, New Mexico roots, and why Alex Bregman now holds the crown as the state’s best player. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Josh Scobee on the pressure and trash talk every NFL kicker faces
Sep 2300:05:21Tap to summarizeFormer NFL kicker Josh Scobee (Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers) joins us at THE PRO Rivals Open to share stories from his clutch career and his new passion for golf. Scobee reveals why a six-foot putt makes him more nervous than a 45-yard game-winning kick, what life was like on the “kicker island” with punters and long snappers, and the funniest trash talk he ever heard on the field. He also talks about his favorite holder, why kickers root for each other, and how golf brings out his competitive fire all over again. Subscribe to THE PRO Youtube channelFollow THE PRO on InstagramFollow THE PRO on Tik TokFollow THE PRO on X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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