Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

Mackey & Judd preview the 2020 Gopher football season preview and are joined off the top by former gopher Pete Najarian to preview the season; (21:26) Five burning questions on the 2020 Gophers season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd kick off the show with a Scoop from Doogie on the Vikings and Timberwolves!; (33:32) Write That Down; (01:04:30) 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 Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins remember Sid Hartman days after his passing. What was it like covering Gophers football alongside Sid? Chip talks about that and Judd and Chip also recall Sid's way with words and what it must have been like in the days when you could run a team and write a column. Judd and Chip also get into what the Vikings should do with the NFL trade deadline approaching and explain why Jake Browning should be promoted to the active roster.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the World Series starting tonight, Mackey & Judd wonder what the Twins can learn from the Rays who have one of the lowest payrolls in baseball; (22:53) Jay Williams from ESPN Radio to breakdown NFL and NBA; (40:20) Randy’s Dud Stable; (49:44) Things we learned around the NFL (01:00:50) And 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 & Judd open with a tribute to Sid Hartman, the legendary Minnesota sports reporter who passed away at the age of 100; (40:00) Vikings pie chart of blame after an embarrassing loss to the Falcons; (52:00) Packers Vent Line finally makes it return!; (01:00:00) And Vikings silver linings after the loss.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 swap stories over the legendary Sid Hartman who passed away at age of 100 over the weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with Judd’s keys to a Vikings win over the Falcons; (17:27) Action Movie Rewind of Taken; (01:09:06) And 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 & Judd are joined by Doogie for a Scoop on the Vikings-Falcons game and other notes on the Timberwolves; (39:42) Who is the next Ryan Tannehill among second-tier quarterbacks in the NFL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd are joined by ESPN NBA insider Bobby Marks to talk Timberwolves and NBA free agency; (20:00) What can the Twins learn from the Rays; (35:20) Write That Down; (01:01:02) 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.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Judd to discuss the Vikings' loss to Seattle. How did Scoggins feel about Mike Zimmer's decision to go for it on fourth-and-inches? Where was Justin Jefferson? Can Dalvin Cook ever stay healthy and should the Vikings have paid him? Scoggins takes issue with Judd's stance on Cook. Judd and Chip also talk college football with Chip explaining what happened to his Vols. The pair wraps up talking about the expectations for the Gophers football team and the changes made by Wild general manager Bill Guerin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with a Kirk Cousins conversation; are we too hard on Kirk Cousins?; (24:00 ) Jay Williams from ESPN Radio joins the show to talk about the art of the bald head and the NBA Finals; (44:00) Randy’s Dud stable after another Vikings loss!; (55:12) And 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 & Judd open with a pie chart of blame after the Vikings’ 27-26 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football; (35:20) Things we learned on NFL Sunday; (50:54) And assessing bubble sports now that the NBA, NHL and WNBA have all completed their seasons.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick Reusse doesn't understand why Vikings fans are upset about Sunday's loss to Seattle. Reusse actually took to Twitter to defend the Vikings. He also has thoughts on what happened in the NFL and MLB on Sunday. The baseball talk leads into remembrances of the long list of Hall of Fame players who have died this year. If you want Reusse's stories on baseball, this is the place to find them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with Judd’s Keys to a Vikings win; (26:41) Action Movie Rewind: Code of Silence and 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 Declan react to the Wild signing free agent goaltender Cam Talbot. Who ends up backing him up and was the contract the right deal?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open analyzing the Wild’s draft picks and roster purge; (25:00) The crazy ending to the Dodgers-Padres game; (40:25) And a scoop with Doogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star Tribune Chip Scoggins joins Judd to talk about what we should make of the Vikings' victory over the Texans and whether they have a chance on Sunday night in Seattle.How are the Vikings' young cornerbacks progressing in the early season and how concerned should the team be about defensive end Danielle Hunter's neck injury? Chip and Judd also discuss Justin Jefferon's impact on the offense and how much Dalvin Cook should touch the ball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd go over the Minnesota Wild drafting Marco Rossi 9th overall in the first round; (17:00) Takeaways from the MLB playoffs and the Twins made a mistake letting Nick Anderson go; (25:52) Write That Down!; (55:07) 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 & Judd are joined by Jay Williams from ESPN Radio off the top to talk Jimmy Butler and NBA Finals; (14:00) Randy’s Stud Stable!; (27:00) We were wrong about the Packers; (36:00) Local team confidence rankings and 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.

Following the Vikings' win over Houston on Sunday, Patrick raises the prospect of Mike Zimmer's team making the playoffs and touches on the Twins' ouster from the postseason. Was it more embarrassing than what happened to the 2006 Twins? Also how will the pandemic change the Twins' payroll for next season and can all Minnesota teams survive in an already competitive market? We finish with breaking news on the Twins' Triple-A affiliate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open the show with a pie chart of a praise after the Vikings’ first win of the season; (25:30) Vikings nitpicks after a win; (33:48) Things we learned in the NFL; (45:26) Jimmy Butler goes off in Game 3 of the NBA Finals; (01:06:03) And the Wild traded Ryan Donato to the Sharks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with a cliche mount rushmore of the best months of the year; (17:00) Judd’s keys to a Vikings win over the Houston Texans!; (31:50) Wrap with Reusse: (49:24) And Action Movie Rewind: Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Judd to talk about the Twins' postseason losing streak hitting 18 games. How is it even possible? The former Access Vikings duo breaks down what happened to the Twins and Rocco Baldelli's baffling decisions in the two games against Houston.Has Baldelli learned from his playoff experiences? Chip talks about the moves he thinks the Twins will make this offseason. Do the Vikings have a chance on Sunday in Houston? Chip has a quick answer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd get into what’s next for the Twins after being bounced from the playoffs and having lost 18-consecutive games in the postseason; (20:00) Reckless speculation on what the Twins should do this offseason; (41:00) And a Scoop with Doogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd react to the Twins' 2020 season coming to an end after being swept by the Houston Astros in Wild Card round of the MLB playoffs. With the loss, the Twins have lost 18 straight postseason games.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd do an abbreviated edition of Write That Down and Randy in Cottage Grove hijacks the show with a Twins Dud Stable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd react to the Twins dropping Game 1 of the Wild Card round to the Houston Astros. With the loss, the Twins postseason losing streak reaches 17 games...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick has plenty of thoughts this week, many of the Unchained variety, beginning with the possibility of Jimmy Butler winning an NBA title in Miami. Patrick also is curious when Karl-Anthony Towns might show up to take part in the Wolves' camp, wonders how on earth Caleb Thielbar got charged with the loss in the Twins' game on Sunday, has praise for Rocco Baldelli and wonders if Gary Kubiak will stick around as the Vikings' offensive coordinator all season. You want Unchained? Patrick has thoughts on the MLB playoff format going forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with a pie chart of a blame after the Vikings Week 3 loss to the Titans, falling to 0-3 on the season; (32:17) Matt Thomas from SportsTalk790 in Houston joins to talk Twins-Astros, as well as the Vikings-Texans matchup next week; (44:00) The Twins get the Astros in the Wild Card round; (54:30) Things we learned 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.

Mackey & Judd open with Judd’s keys to a win over the Titans; (20:10) Thoughts on the Twins closing the regular season and where they could be seeded in the playoffs; (33:37) Action Movie Rewind: Top Gun; (01:21:28) And 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.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Judd to discuss the Vikings' struggles and where the team can go from here. How bad are the Vikings, how much can they improve and can they get Kirk Cousins righted? Also, let's stop using the word tank and let's call it an opportunity for progress because that could result in losses short term and wins long term. Chip also expresses optimism about the Twins' chances in the playoffs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with a Scoop from Doogie with notes on the Twins, Timberwolves and an interesting note on Karl-Anthony Towns; (20:00) Mike Diamond from Fox Sports North joins to discuss the HomeTeams vs. Hunger initiative; (29:30) Who should the Twins want in the playoffs?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Laurinaitis -- AKA Road Warrior Animal -- passed away on Wednesday. Mackey & Judd had the chance to interview him and hear great stories on Super Bowl Radio Row in 2018.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd breakdown the Twins’ walking off the Tigers and moving half-game back of the White Sox for the division lead; (37:59) A home run edition of Write That Down!; (58:53) And 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 Declan return to review WrestleMania 21, which Declan proclaims is the *GREATEST* WrestleMania of all time! The card is highlighted buy John Cena and Bautista winning their first WWE world championships, the first Money in the Bank Ladder match and Shawn Michaels vs. Kurt Angle.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open the show be re-picking the Vikings schedule; (23:00) How terrible is the DMV; (34:00) Randy’s Dud Stable; (47:42) Twins activate Homer Bailey from the injured list; (55:42) Buffoon coach of the week in the NFL; (01:00:00) And 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.

Patrick wonders what type of reception Kirk Cousins would have gotten Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium if fans were allowed in the building and also is curious why the Vikings aren't using Dalvin Cook? Reusse is Unchained when it comes to Josh Donaldson's comments on umpiring and has a strong opinion for fans who think Donaldson's fire is going to help the Twins magically beat the Yankees. What should the Twins' rotation be in the first round of the playoffs? Patrick will tell you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd construct a pie chart of blame after the Vikings’ Week 2 loss to the Colts; (34:05) Things we learned around the NFL after Week 2; (48:37) And breaking down the Twins’ series win over the Cubs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open the show with Boog Sciambi from ESPN Radio breaking down Josh Donaldson’s home run ejection fiasco against the White Sox; (28:00) Judd’s keys to a Vikings win!; (39:15) Action Movie Rewind on Indiana Jones: Temple of Doom!; (01:16:00) And 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.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Judd to talk about the return of Big Ten football and says this will be on the players to keep the season going. Are they capable? How concerned should the Vikings be after their loss to the Packers and how can Mike ZImmer help his inexperienced cornerbacks? Chip and Judd dissect the Vikings' issues after Week 1.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with the Twins bouncing back with a win over the White Sox but are they ready for the Yankees?; (24:50) What’s the plan for the Wild after trading their top center in Eric Staal?; A Scoop with Doogie!; And final thoughts on the Vikings and Randy Dobnak’s demotion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Declan host an emergency pod after the Minnesota Wild traded Eric Staal to the Buffalo Sabres for Marcus Johansson, as well as Bill Guerin's comments after the trade.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and Declan react to the Wild extending defenseman Jonas Brodin to a seven-year contract extension. Does this mean Matt Dumba will be traded? Also, where does Nick Bjugstad fit ing. Jess Myers from the Rink Live also stops by to talk Wild and college hockey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with the Big Ten coming back and what it means for the Gophers; (15:20) The Twins fall again to the White Sox; (26:24) The Clippers blew a 3-1 lead to the Nuggets and Jimmy Butler’s going to the Eastern Conference Finals; (35:18) Write That Down!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd react to the Twins leaving FIFTEEN men on base in a 3-1 loss to the White Sox; (27:30) Jay Williams from ESPN joins the show to talk NFL!; (40:20) Randy’s DUD’s stable; (49:43) Old Tweets Exposed; (58:47) 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 & Judd construct a pie chart after Vikings got their butt’s whooped against the Green Bay Packers in Week 1; (32:30) Our observations around the NFL; (48:47) And the Twins sweep the Indians are red hot. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd open with Judd’s keys to a Vikings win against the Packers; (17:00) An amazing Byron Buxton stat and (25:30) Action Movie Rewind: Bad BoysSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins Judd to discuss what Danielle Hunter's neck injury means for the Vikings and how that impacts the expectations for this season. How concerned should the Vikings be about their defensive line entering the season? Chip gives his prediction for the Vikings, weighs in on Dalvin Cook not getting a contract extension, and talks about what Vikings home games will be like without fans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd react to Danielle Hunter being placed on the injured reserve; (21:00) Mackey finally watched a Star Wars Movie!; (35:04) A Scoop with Doogie!; (56:07) 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 Declan try to figure out if the NHL should shorten the 2020-21 regular season, biggest surprises and disappointing teams from the NHL playoffs, will the Winter Classic take place? And why do Wild fans hate the Colorado Avalanche so much?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.