Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

Mackey and Judd are joined by Reid Forgrave of CBS Sports to start the hour discussing the Wolves firing of Tom Thibodeau. Also, Mackey poses the question: Was the Thibs era worth it for the Wolves?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Manny are joined by Danny Cunningham to start the show, talking about Tom Thibodeau's firing and what's next for the Wolves under Ryan Saunders. Doogie also joins with Scoops and thoughts on Thibs' dismissal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No need to worry about no Reusse and Judd Unchained with Pat in Florida as technology allows us to still talk with each other despite the vast distance. Today we open this episode talking all about the Thibs firing. Pat was hot about Saunders getting the gig, the two discussed the awkwardness for Layden, as well as Pat's wild notion that Philly won't pay Jimmy. Along the lines of other things Pat is upset about is the idea being floated about Lynx coach/GM Cheryl Reeve getting the gig. As for other topics discussed today were kickers, NFL playoffs, twitter idiots, gambling, and the newest way to get blocked by Pat on twitter. All that and much more on this edition of Reusse and Judd Unchained.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 3 starts with Vikings Offensive Coordinator speculation. Should Mike Mularkey be the guy? Also a new addition to the 1500 ESPN team, Ramie Makhlouf is introduced. The guys then Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Manny start with the Opening Bell with newly reported drama surrounding Jimmy Butler in Philly. Also, the Gopher basketball team picked up a huge win in Madison last night. Darren "Doogie" Wolfson joins for discussion on that, and also scoops on the Wolves, Twins and Vikings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller joins to talk more on the upcoming offseason for the Vikings, and also his picks for NFL Wild Card Weekend. Then Sage Rosenfels joins for a recap on the Vikings missing the playoffs and what they need to do to improve the offense. The guys then Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for Hour 2 with Write That Down; Did Manny finally get his first hit? Later Andy Greder joins for more on the Gopher Basketball team's win over the Badgers. Then it's a new segment, "Fight Me" where Jonathan delivers a hot take.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a holiday break, Judd, Lindsey and Declan reunite to talk NHL Winter Classic; the Dallas Stars debacle; Declan selling out Judd on Twitter; the stupidity of the NHL All-Star Game selection and of course, the latest on the Minnesota Wild.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller joins Mackey and Judd to start the Football Hour, with more discussion on what needs to happen for the Vikings going forward. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network joins to talk Vikings and the coaching vacancies around the NFL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chip Scoggins is in studio with Judd for this hour, and they go over Mike Zimmer's end of season press conference. Zimmer says he has a plan for the team to bounce back next season, but should fans buy it? Who is going to be the next offensive coordinator?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What role did Lou Nanne play in locking the referees in their room at Met Center? Which referee did Louie call at 3 a.m. because he was so upset with his work in a North Stars game? The former general manager tells the stories and reveals how he stayed out of trouble with the NHL. Nanne also gives his feelings on the Dallas Stars getting a Winter Classic game and Devan Dubnyk being the Wild's All-Star representative.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for Hour 2 and it's more talk on the Vikings season ending sooner than anyone anticipated. How much blame should go around between Mike Zimmer, Kirk Cousins and Rick Spielman? Later, the guys Wrap with Reusse a little early as Pat is traveling to Ft. Myers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is in for Mackey and Judd today, he's joined by Chris Long of Eyewitness News Sports and they discuss the best case scenarios for each of the Minnesota sports teams. Also, would Hue Jackson be a fit as the next Vikings Offensive Coordinator?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Manny Hill open the Football Hour with discussion on Mike Zimmer's passion and the blame being shifted away from Kirk Cousins. Later, Rich Gannon weighs in on the Vikings missing the playoffs and what's next for them. Later, Coller and Manny discuss how many quarterbacks they would take over Kirk Cousins. The guys then Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Coller in for Phil and Judd, hour 2 begins with talk of a similar ending to Kirk Cousins' 2016 season to 2018. Later, Jace Frederick of The Pioneer Press joins for Wolves discussion with them in Boston tonight.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin are in for Mackey & Judd today, analyzing the Vikings season ending loss to the Bears and the news that Mike Zimmer & Rick Spielman will return in 2019. Where can the offense improve going into next season?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric Eager of Pro Football Focus joins Coller and Cronin to discuss what went wrong for the Vikings on offense this season. Also, did Laquon Treadwell reall think he had a great season? Later, where does 2018 rank in terms of disappointing Vikings seasons?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin talk more Vikings after their season ends. They go over the Vikings loss, and more of what went wrong with the offense. How much of this falls on Mike Zimmer, Rick Spielman or Kirk Cousins? Also, Coller is fired up about Cousins post game comments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse and Judd are back from the holiday break and they're both fired up about the Vikings season coming to an end prematurely. The two discuss Reusse's first trip to the Zygi for a Vikings game, Cousins' BS, the Bears actually being well run, whether Trubisky will be the best QB in the division in two years. That's just the first segment! The guys, in the second segment, get into the bad contracts in this town, the Vikings locker room dynamics, the longevity of Zim and Spielman, and the Vikes' putrid offense yesterday. We deviate from the all Vikings in the final segment to discuss KAT's monster night last night, Thibs showing some personality, what Moss and Carter would have done to Cousins, and we end with Positive Pat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren "Doogie" Wolfson is once again filling in for Mackey and Judd. He and Manny are joined by Chris Long of 5 Eyewitness News as they go over the state of the Twins after their signing of Nelson Cruz. Should Dallas Keuchel be on their radar? Also they get into the Wild and the Vikings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Doogie filling in for Phil & Judd, Matthew Coller joins for the whole hour to discuss the Vikings week 17 game with the Chicago Bears, and other topics surrounding the NFL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Doogie filling in, ESPN Insider Bobby Marks joins to talk about the happenings around the NBA, including the Wolves. Then Mike Guentzel joins for his thoughts on Jake Guentzel in the NHL and more on hockey. Later, Doogie and Manny Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 3rd hour with Doogie guest-hosting for Mackey & Judd starts with more talk on the Vikings and their potential playoff matchups if they get in. Later, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network checks in with talk of the Vikings/Bears matchup on Sunday and other NFL news and notes. Then Nelson Cruz's agent, Bryce Dixon wraps up the show sharing how Nelson agreed to terms with the Twins.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Doogie in for Mackey & Judd, hour 2 starts with Robbie Hummel of Big Ten Network joining to discuss Big Ten basketball, and his time playing with the Wolves, including a funny Gorgui Dieng story. Later, Greg Bishop of Sports Illustrated joins with a look at his piece on the Vikings 2018 season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren "Doogie" Wolfson is in for Phil and Judd today. He and Manny talk Twins with the news of Nelson Cruz agreeing to terms with the club. Also, former Gophers quarterback Conor Rhoda joins to discuss the Gopher football program after their win over Georgia Tech in the Quick Lane Bowl.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is filling in for Mackey & Judd today and we open the hour joining in on the ripping of Matt Patricia showing up late all the time. Laurence Homes from 670 The Score in Chicago joins to talk about the upcoming Vikings/Bears game. We close the hour talking about odd sports toys we've received during Christmas as well as a conversation about Home Alone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is in hosting Mackey & Judd today and we start the final hour of the day talking about Teddy possibly starting this Sunday for the Saints. Rich Gannon joins to talk about the NFL and the Vikings. We play a game around Christmas movies. Finally, we wrap the show today with Patrick Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller fills in for Mackey & Judd today and we open the show with the scandal in the Bowl Game world that the First Responders Bowl was just flat out cancelled. We follow that up with Danny Cunningham joining to talk about the NBA and it's dominance of Christmas Day. We close the hour with a half hour of Sage Rosenfels and Coller talking all things football, Vikings, and Sage's dog.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins and it's time for Write That Down; Jonathan is swinging for the fences. Also, Judd goes over his top 10 Minnesota Sports moments of 2018.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is in for the Football Hour and the guys get into a discussion on NFL QBs. Is Philip Rivers better than Ben Roethlisberger? Then Sage Rosenfels joins for more thoughts on the Vikings' offensive approach to the Lions on Sunday. Coller then has takes on the College football bowl season, and the guys Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd is fired up again over the Wild, and after their loss in Pittsburgh on Thursday, he more convinced than ever that it's time to blow up the roster and start over. Brian Murphy of the Pioneer Press joins to discuss that and more. Also, Doogie has scoops on the Wolves, Twins and Gophers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for the hour and opens with thoughts on the Vikings offense with Kevin Stefanski and this weekend's game in Detroit. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network checks in with news and notes from around the league. Then it's time for another Positivity Challenge for Judd, where he has to say 5 positive things about a team in town.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is in with Mackey & Judd for the Football Hour, with more talk on the Vikings offense with Kevin Stefanski. Coller isn't anticipating that the Vikings will have the same offensive output that they had last week against Miami, based on the matchup with the Lions this weekend. Later, the guys Wrap with Reusse with thoughts on the Gopher football program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lou Nanne gives his thoughts on the idea that the Wild should hit the reset button and how the team's fan base would react if that happened. Louie also talks about what Chuck Fletcher is facing as general manager of the Flyers, what travel was like in the NHL during his playing days and whether he's as enthusiastic as Judd is about getting the World Junior Championships back in Minnesota.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune is in for the whole hour with Judd and Manny. The guys discuss the Wolves loss to the Pistons and their three point shooting. Also, P.J. Fleck's press conference on national signing day and the Media's relationship with Gopher athletics. Later, they get into college football and the playoff system.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller joins to start the Football Hour, with continued analysis on the Vikings offense under Kevin Stefanski and the upcoming matchup with the Detroit Lions. Rich Gannon joins for more on the Vikings and the rest of the NFL. Later, the guys Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Manny start with the Opening Bell, and Judd is ready for the Wild to call it all off and start selling off everyone. Kevin Seifert of ESPN joins for NFL discussion, and later Derek Wetmore has thoughts on the Twins offseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a hot start, the Wild have fallen back to earth. Judd, Lindsey and Declan try to figure out the right course of action for this team. Who's trade-able and who's untouchable? Would the Wild consider trading Dubnyk? Also, the gang tries to piece together what the bleep is going with Chuck Fletcher's Flyers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for hour 2. He, Judd, Manny and Jonathan all share what they think are some of the dumbest rules in sports. Later, has Josh Okogie finally done enough to join the Wolves rotation permanently? Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press joins to answer that question and more on the Wolves. Also, Tom Thibodeau was on the Dan Le Betard Show earlier in the day and played a pop culture quiz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danny Cunningham is in with Judd and Manny for hour 1, discussing Josh Okogie continuing to make the most of his opportunities with the Wolves, and also Minnesota's struggles on the road while still being brilliant at home. Later, it's Manny's 4-Deep Thoughts, and he has one each for Judd, Johnathan and Danny.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the fourth edition of the most celebrated podcast in Twin Cities history Pat & Judd talk about the impressive debut of Kevin Stefanski, Pat starts the campaign to leave Joe Mauer alone, and the ticket sales of the local squads not being that great. Positive Pat also gives his recommendation about a tv show to watch and we wrap the show with Unchained Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for Hour 2 to discuss the news that the Twins will be retiring Joe Mauer's number 7 jersey next season. The guys then jump back into Timberwolves discussion. What more can Josh Okogie do to get into the rotation? Mike Golic Jr. then joins to talk NFL and other football topics. Then it's an early Wrap with ReusseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller and Courtney Cronin are in for the Football Hour, discussing all things Vikings and the upcoming matchup with the Detroit Lions. Also, what are the best playoff scenarios for the Vikings?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins for hour 2, and the guys go over more crazy moments from "Packer Ventline" after Green Bay's loss to Chicago yesterday. Also, what is the best playoff scenario for the Vikings, and what do they need to happen around them to get the most ideal matchup possible if they get in?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Manny go over the Vikings blowout win over Miami, and Judd is impressed. Also, what about some of the postgame comments from Mike Zimmer and the players? Where there any side shots at John DeFilippo or was it all praising Kevin Stefanski? Later, Courtney Cronin joins for her weekly appearance to analyze the game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller joins for the Football Hour, breaking down the Vikings win over the Dolphins and why the offense worked so well yesterday. Later, the guys Wrap with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey and Judd Wrap with Reusse and Patrick discusses the Vikings win over the Dolphins and tells you why he doesn't buy that the Vikings can win a road playoff game in Chicago.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danny Cunningham is in with Judd and Manny, and the guys spend the hour discussing the Wild's performance the last two games. Should Mikko Koivu be back on the first line when he returns? Then Danny gets into the Wolves as they've struggled on their west coast road trip. Also, Judd gets a lesson on a Twitter beef in pop culture.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey joins and the hour starts with Write That Down. Then Sage Rosenfels checks in with thoughts what he expects from the Vikings offense under Kevin Stefanski and what they can or can't do in the playoffs. Dan Hayes of The Athletic joins from Las Vegas with notes on the Twins from the Winter Meetings. Then, the guys check in on Reusse co-hosting with Lori on MyTalk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is in with Mackey and Judd for the Football Hour, as they get into the Vikings matchup with the Dolphins this weekend, but also how some people get into playing video games of all sorts, not just football. Then Judd Wraps with Reusse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.