Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

Judd and AJ discuss the Wild's shootout loss to Colorado on Sunday and why they feel more confident about a potential playoff matchup between the two clubs. What to make of the debuts of some trade deadline day acquisitions, Jesper Wallstedt's bounce back performance, and more on the latest JHS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Gophers completed their first regular season under Niko Medved last night with a nail-biting win over Northwestern to finish 8-12 and in 11th place in the conference. Ross Brendel and Manny Hill attempt to give Niko Medved and the Gophers a letter grade on year one as they head towards the Big Ten tournament and possible further postseason play in the CROWN or NIT. The Minnesota Golden Gophers women’s team now awaits their fate after an early exit in their conference tournament. Will they host in the first and second rounds? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings free agent plans materializing; The Vikings have restructured contracts of Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw to create cap space; Which quarterbacks are on the Vikings radar; Plus other Vikings news and more with Doogie on Purple Daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ react to the final moments before the trade deadline and watch the Wild hold pat after their moves this morning, sharing their thoughts and feelings behind the team not getting that top center. What will lines look like after the moves? How do they stack up against teams like Dalas and Colorado? Plus more on the latest JHS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ react to the recent moves by the Wild to acquire Bobby Brink and Nick Foligno while sending out Vinnie Hinostroza to the Panthers. Is the price for Vincent Trocheck too expensive? What other centers could you inquire on before the deadline? Plus more on the latest JHS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves FINALLY have the depth; Reusse wants justice for Jaden McDaniels; Plus, Mr. Puck has numerous takes and more on Unchained!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves are sparked by Ayo Dosumnu; Why does Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards not receive any MVP loves; Plus other Timberwolves feedback on the NBA Playoffs, obscure Timberwolves players and more on Flagrant Howls.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ go live to discuss the state of where things stand for the Wild with 24 hours until the trade deadline and if Vincent Trocheck is still a possibility or if they'll have to pivot to another player. Plus an instant reaction to he Wild trading for Jeff Petry, and more on the latest JHS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another Minnesota Vikings player calls out Brian Flores?! Javon Hargrave didn’t appear to be a fan of the Vikings system; Cutting and keeping these big sporting events; Plus a Declan baseball card update and more on Mackey & Judd.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins 2026 season predictions! It’s our debut of Write That Down on the SKOR North Twins Show; What’s wrong with Twins starter Bailey Ober; Byron Buxton’s future with the Twins and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NFL free agency frenzy is underway! Starting with Kyler Murray being cut and what it means for the rest of the market; The Chiefs and Rams make a huge trade for Trent McDuffie; Why the Rams continue to shed their picks; Drew Dalman makes a shocking retirement and more on Football Takes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves hottest takes! Starting with is this the DEEPEST Timberwolves team in history; Why Julius Randle is one of the most frustrating players in recent Timberwolves history; Why Dex is already done with the Timberwolves regular season and more on Flagrant Howls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ discuss Guerin's move yesterday of trading for Michael McCarron and what he can add to the Wild's roster. Was the price tag too much? Is that it for moves or will more be on the way? What is the next most likely step? Plus Jonas Brodin returned in the Wild's win over Tampa Bay!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wait… Would Minnesota Vikings DRAFT another quarterback; Vikings fans fighting over backup quarterbacks options; Assessing the ABS system so far at spring training; Plus, can the Twins just stay healthy and more on Mackey & Judd.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ discuss the report the Bill Guerin has allegedly given the Rangers his final offer for Vincent Trocheck, will he be willing to budge if he fears he'll miss out on the sought after center? Plus questions from listeners including a different path that sees the Wild go superstar hunting via trade in the summer, failure at developing a center, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins top prospects from MLB Pipeline are out! Which Twins players made the list; How many players will help the Twins in 2026; Dex has a full breakdown of each Twins prospect and more on the SKOR North Twins Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are the Minnesota Vikings still interested in Daniel Jones; Which quarterback should the Vikings bring in behind McCarthy; Vikings potential cuts to get them under the salary cap; Do the Vikings have any extension candidates and more on Purple Daily with Doogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse sees no reason why the Wild can't make a run at the Stanley Cup this season. He also wonders why every Wolves' loss is met with so much angst, and has some Twins observations from afar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ discuss the Wild claiming Robby Fabbri off waivers a day after acquiring Roman Schmidt, is something bigger on the way? Vincent Trocheck seems like the most obvious move, what would be that price? Does it make more sense to wait and do a blockbuster in the summer? Plus more on the latest JHS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves beat up on the Denver Nuggets; Has Jaden McDaniels leaped Julius Randle as the No. 2 option for the Timberwolves; Is the tension between Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch and Anthony Edwards legitimate; Plus our favorite and least favorite Timberwolves things and more on Flagrant Howls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ react to the Wild's loss to the Blues and discuss Bill Guerin's press conference from earlier in the day addressing the coming week and the NHL's trade deadline among other things. How much can the Wild afford to pay for a center? News on Marcus Foligno and Jonas Brodin, talk about the play of Kirill Kaprizov, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball team continues to build momentum and success in year one of Niko Medved after Saturday’s big win at The Barn over UCLA. The Minnesota Gophers are in the mix for The Crown tournament and maybe even the NIT should they so choose. The Gophers appear to be building towards a possible NCAA Tournament appearance next year. Can they get it done? Plus, the Gopher woman still have a chance to host the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. Ross Brendel and Manny Hill are back for Gophers 101.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins are trying to avoid all the injuries! Twins get good news on Royce Lewis but for how long; Plus other observations on the Twins, Wild and more on Reusse Unchained. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards sparring with Chris Finch; Is something a miss with Finch an the Timberwolves star players; Timberwolves are bringing back Kyle Anderson; Plus, Timberwolves feedback and more on Flagrant Howls with Judd and Dex. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ discuss the Wild's win over Colorado in their first game after the Olympics. The pair cha about the play of Filip Gustavsson, Matt Boldy, Kirill Kaprizov, and more. Quinn Hughes' schedule is BUSY, plus a trade should be incoming for a team that needs face off help.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild have the BEST path to a championship; How would Minnesota sports fans operate if a men’s team won a championship; Who are the best sports PXP voices right now and a hilarious game to play on Baseball Reference and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Vikings salary cap work is underway; Vikings are working to move on from Jonathan Allen and Ja’Von Hargrave; Vikings future at tight end with or without TJ Hockenson; Vikings quarterback plans around JJ McCarthy; Plus latest Vikings news with Doogie on Purple Daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins 26-man roster 2.0 projection from Dex! Who makes the Twins starting rotation and bullpen; Who gets the utility infield spot in the Twins infield; Who grabs the extra outfield spot for the Twins and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse would take Jaden McDaniels over Giannis Antetokounmpo; Can the Timberwolves get this from Jaden McDaniels consistently; Can the Timberwolves get to the NBA Finals; Plus Minnesota Twins spring training observations with Reusse! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s the debut of Minnesota Timberwolves predictions on Write That Down; Anthony Edwards in the playoffs, Ayo Dosunmu, schedule predictions and more! Plus, Jaden McDaneils goes off in a win over the Trail Blazers on Flagrant HowlsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ talk about the chance of the Wild making a move for Vincent Trocheck now that the Olympics roster freeze is over, what would a packagew for him could ook like and other teams that are interested in the center. Boldy, Hugghes, and Faber are set to rejoin the Wild, can they jump back into regular season mode after playing in gold medal game? Plus more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taking a look at what Mackey & Judd old radio segments looked like in 2016; It’s a painful look down memory lane; Plus, some takes on Anthony Edwards playing for the Gopher basketball team; The misconceptions of Olympic interest in hockey translating to the professional ranks and a Dex sports card update.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should Minnesota Twins panic over Joe Ryan’s back injury, and should they trade the ace before it’s too late; Are the Twins looking for an external starting pitcher after losing Pablo Lopez; Latest Twins ownership plans beyond 2026 season and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse has plenty of hockey thoughts, including on the U.S. men's team that won gold and the Wild returning to pursue the first-ever Stanley Cup for Minnesota.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do the Minnesota Timberwolves have a championship mentality? Mackey has a Timberwolves pie chart of frustration after another weird loss to a bad team; Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch can’t quit Mike Conley; Plus other Timberwolves news and more on Flagrant Howls with Mackey, Judd, and Dex.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What a day for USA Men’s Hockey including former Minnesota Gophers Brock Faber and Jackson LaCombe who are now proud owners of Olympic gold medals after USA defeated Canada in the gold medal game. How about Gophers women’s hoops? They may end up hosting opening round play of the NCAA Tournament with a few more big wins. Finally, props to the men who have now won back-to-back games for the first time in nearly 2 months.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ react to the USA men's team winning gold at the 2026 Olympics thanks to Jack Hughes' OT golden goal over Canada! Connor Hellebuyck played the game of his life, Matt Boldy opened the scoring, plus so much more from this thrilling Olympics finale!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis joins the show! Royce discusses his goals for the 2026 Twins season; The vibes at Twins spring training and more; Plus, the latest updates on Twins ace Pablo Lopez, Marco Raya and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ react to USA beating Slovakia to advance to the gold medal game against Canada. The three discuss the dominant play of USA, how they'll matchup against Canada, how these games impact the Wild and their players, plus much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse, Mackey and Judd break down the United States women's hockey team winning gold over Canada! This leads the boys down some fun Olympic paths and stories before touching on Minnesota Twins spring training. 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 discuss how deep the Minnesota Timberwolves rotation feels now with Ayo Dosunmu, Terrence Shannon, Jr. and even Mike Conley coming back. Plus, more fallout from the Anthony Edwards - Atlanta Hawks speculation earlier this week, and running into Joe Ingles in the wild! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton has a different style than Rocco Baldelli; What do the Twins need to do to be World Series contenders; Vibes of Twins ownership under Tom Pohlad so far and more Twins obsersvations from spring training on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins spring training notes! Dex caught up with Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins; Chances of Jenkins making the Twins Opening Day Roster; The plan for Byron Buxton and the World Baseball Classic; The current outfield depth chart; Zebby Matthews tweaks to make the Twins starting rotations; Plus other observations from Twins spring training and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. 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 discuss Quinn Hughes -- after his game-winning overtime goal in the Olympic quarterfinals -- as the best in-season trade in Minnesota sports history. Plus, why a salary cap (and floor) is a MUST for MLB and teams like the Minnesota Twins See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Jessi, and AJ react to USA beating Sweden in overtime to advance and play Slovakia in the semifinals at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Quinn Hughes' OT winner, Joel Eriksson Ek and Sweden sent packing, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton joins the show! The Twins manager discusses why he wanted the job; The challenges of being a manager in today's baseball; The Twins identity as a team in 2026; His thoughts on Twins fans and ownership, and more! Plus, Dex has the latest updates on spring training and more on the SKOR North Twins Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse dishes his thoughts with Mackey about the Minnesota Twins suffering another major injury, why so many injuries are happening across sports, Tom Pohlad's public push, the Gophers basketball team remaining feisty, and Anthony Kim's incredible golf comeback. 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 dive into the ridiculous Anthony Edwards - Atlanta Hawks speculation, stemming from Ant's private comments after the NBA All-Star Game. Why Hawks fans need to take a deep breath, and why the Timberwolves remain the most appealing place for Ant to be. Plus, could the Timberwolves move to the Eastern Conference soon? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Twins Day 2 spring training recap! Twins ace Pablo Lopez is facing surgery with a significant tear in his UCL; Do the Twins have the pitching to make up for it; Will the Twins bring in another starting pitcher; Plus, Dex has an interview with Twins infielder Luke Keaschal, updates on Twins prospects and more on the SKOR North Twins Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ talk about the news that Filip Gustavsson has lost the starting goalie job for Sweden at the Olympics and potentially won't dress for the game against Latvia. Does this change the Minnesota Wild's path after the Olympics in potentially trading Jesper Wallstedt? Should they reconsider moving the young goalie? Who's the better team, Canada Men's or USA Women's? Plus more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.