Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

Mackey & Judd open with the Twins splitting their doubleheader with the Cardinals and if Jose Berrios back to be an ace?; (34:08) Write That Down!; (01:01:07) How should we feel about Jimmy Butler making the Eastern Conf. Finals!; (01:12:27) And we 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 Vikings open the regular season on Sunday against the Packers but Patrick isn't feeling it with no preseason buildup. Patrick has a prediction on Dalvin Cook and wonders who can beat the Vikings for the NFC North title. Reusse also has stories from the Vikings' early training camp days in Bemidji and how coaches like Norm Van Brocklin brought a far different approach than we see today. Reusse also has thoughts on Michael Pineda, Byron Buxton and The Eddie Rosario Experience.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’ homestand taking six of their last seven games; (07:00) what should the Twins’ playoff rotation look like?; (17:00) Byron Buxton’s impact since returning to the lineup; (24:00) The Eddie Rosario experience!; (27:00) Jay Williams from ESPN joins the show!; (40:55) Are Vikings the favorites in the NFC North?; (01:00:00) Old Tweets Exposed.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We dug deep into the archives and found the first ever Reusse & Mackey Show from April 12, 2010 on 1500 ESPN. This show took place on the plaza outside Target Field, which also opened on the same date! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd review an old classic for Action Movie Rewind this week -- Death Wish! Starring Charles Bronson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd pay homage to Bert Blyleven and unveil their Cliche Mount Rushmore top Minnesota sports analysts. And Doogie joins with inside information about local sports teams, including why the Twins didn't make a trade, and who the latest Wolves ownership candidate is.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey unleashes a wildly optimistic Twins prediction off the top of the show. And later, Mackey & Judd welcome two more guest listener predictors to make Write That Down predictions. Plus, Reusse's Twins thoughts. 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 review WrestleMania 20, which is highlighted by two unlikely superstars getting put over in championship matches. Also, Brock Lesnar's ugly departure and the Undertaker's return as the deadman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey apologies to Judd are in full panic mode over the Twins’ six-game losing streak; (20:00) What was Luis Arraez thinking?; (47:13) Old Tweets Exposed and (53:48) Jay Willams from ESPN joins to talk Timberwolves!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick gets into the Twins' struggles and asks one question: Who are the Twins better than right now? He has the answer. Find out why Patrick would like to see United coach Adrian Heath as manager of the Twins and what he thinks of the Vikings' big trade with Jacksonville.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 back and forth on whether if it’s time to panic over the Twins’ losing five consecutive games and getting swept by the Detroit Tigers; (24:04) Mike DiRocco who covers the Jaguars for ESPN joins to discuss what Yannick Ngakoue brings to the Vikings; (44:07) Random season recall on the 2005 Twins!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 the Twins’ decision to boycott their game against the Tigers in the wake of Jacob Blake’s shooting; (17:34) We wrap early with Reusse; (32:444) Action Movie Rewind: Karate Kid. 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 talk about the decision by NBA players not to play on Wednesday as a protest of what happened this week in Kenosha, Wis. What can we learn from this and would the NFL consider following the NBA's lead and not play games? Does anything about the Twins' two-game losing streak bother Chip, what's wrong with Jose Berrios and how much should we be panicked about Josh Donaldson's calf injury? Also, will the Twins make any major moves before the trade deadline on Monday.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 the NBA and other leagues protesting to play in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake; (27:30) Breaking down the Twins series loss to the Indians; (38:58) 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.

Judd and Declan go over what the Wild should do with their goaltending woes. Should they sign or trade for a big name? Or should they patchwork it with other options?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’ loss to the Indians; (15:50) Some more reckless Twins trade speculation; (25:45) Bobby Marks from ESPN joins the show to talk Timberwolves possibilities with their No. 1 overall pick; (41:57) Write That Down!; (01:03:46) 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 review WrestleMania 19! The boys go over their favorite and least favorite matches as well as the match that stole the show.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 a Twins game like a football game and ask if their 3-2 win over the Indians on Tuesday was the biggest win of the season?; (43:25) Most important Vikings topic of the day!; (52:13) Old Tweets Exposed!; (01:05:00) 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 is tired of seeing no-name Twins relievers who don't throw hard and wonders why Homer Bailey was signed in the first place. Reusse is Unchained about the White Sox's decision to trade young star Fernando Tatis Jr., wishes his brother a happy 80th birthday and tells us why he banned garage sales at his house. If this description sounds like it's all over the map, well it is, and that's what makes Unchained a great podcast.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 the worst places to make small talk; (13:30) the Twins taking series against Kansas City. Miguel Sano heating up, Taylor Rogers concerns and another terrible umpire display; (39:00) Reckless Twins trade speculation; (51:07) Reckless Timberwolves trade speculation and (01:02:00) Random Season Recall on the 2003 Vikings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When the boys hear that Ramie Makhlouf was hosting a radio show in Milwaukee, Mackey & Judd decide to call into show and hijack his own show while he's live on the air!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey & Judd review the 1982 classic 48 Hours with Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy! The boys go over their favorite and least favorite parts, their definitive bad guy rankings and they rank the film 1-10 on the Steven Segal scale. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Timberwolves president of basketball operations, Gersson Rosas joins Mackey & Judd to discuss Minnesota winning the 2020 NBA Draft Lottery!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 the Timberwolves winning the NBA Draft Lottery!; (25:00) Jose Berrios finally comes through for the Twins; (33:00) A Scoop with Doogie!; () 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 the show with the Twins getting spanked by the Brewers on Wednesday evening; (29:30) Tom Brennaman’s career is over; (45:00) Most important Vikings topics of the day; (51:30) And reckless speculation Wolves should trade for Ben Simmons.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd almost covered a no-hitter on Tuesday as Kent Maeda was brilliant against the Brewers. This got Zulgad and Chip Scoggins talking about the coolest things they've covered and what they would must-like to cover in their careers. Judd and Chip get into why they like starting extra innings with a runner on second base, despite the fact both didn't like the idea originally. The duo also discusses why Fernando Tatis Jr., has presented MLB with a great opportunity to market a star player. The show wraps with a conversation about a must unusual Vikings training camp.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 Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda almost throwing a no hitter against the Milwaukee Brewers; (13:00) Why the extra innings format was so much fun; (22:00) Taylor Rogers’ rough outing; (42:07) Write That Down!; (01:07:30) 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.

Mackey and Declan review WrestleMania 18, which is highlighted by the icon vs. icon match between The Rock and Hulk Hogan. Also, HHH vs. Chris Jericho for the undisputed championship and the WCW invasion storyline coming to its peak. 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 another Twins win and try to figure out the team’s bullpen usage; (07:00) Is Nelson Cruz the best Twins player we’ve seen?; (17:30) Eddie Rosario’s defense is improving; (28:00) A debut of a new segment of: Down with the Old Guard, on Fernando Tatis Jr. apologizing for hitting a grand slam on a 3-0 pitch; (49:50) Most important thing for the Vikings; (55:00) Old Tweets Exposed and (01:03:50) 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 breakdown the Twins’ weekend series with the Kansas City Royals, specifically another phenomenal performance from Randy Dobnak; (31:00) What’s wrong with Miguel Sano?; (45:00) Judd’s elevator’s experience; (51:00) Our most important Vikings topic of the day!; (55:00) Random Season Recall on the 2007-08 Timberwolves!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 their annual Mr. Mankato odds with Chris Long from KSTP TV and Courtney Cronin from ESPN; (31:17) Action Movie Rewind: John Wick!; (01:19:39) 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 and Judd discuss the BIg Ten's decision not to play football this fall. Will we have spring football and how would that work? Scoggins, who grew up a huge college football fan in SEC country, also weighs in on the potential of football players starting a union and what that would mean to the future of the sport. Finally, Scoggins tells us that some Gophers' non-revenue sports almost certainly will be in trouble with football being canceled.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We open the show Judd apologizing to a surging Byron Buxton!; (15:20) Mitch Garver finally has a good day at the plate; (27:37) Doogie joins for a Scoop!; (48:00) Todd McShay’s first mock draft of 2020!; (56:00) And Dodgers’ Joe Kelly’s comments about his suspension against the Astros.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 are joined by Jess Myers from the Rink Live to discuss the NHL playoffs, his thoughts on the Wild falling to the Vancouver Canucks and the team's biggest offseason needs.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 in panic mode with the Twins having lost five of their six games; (27:46) Write That Down!; (49:38) It's official, there will be no Gopher football this fall; (01:00:00) 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 review WrestleMania 17, which is highlighted by the second TLC match, Undertaker vs. HHH and The Rock vs. Stone Cold in the main event.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 snapping their four-game losing streak, specifically how legit is Randy Dobnak?; (28:50) The Wild lose out on the draft lottery; (51:00) Old Tweets Exposed!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A week ago when Patrick Reusse recorded Unchained everything was great in Minnesota sports. So what happened? Reusse fills us in and tells us why you just never know. Patrick has thoughts on when Josh Donaldson might return as well as a theory about why Jose Berrios and Eddie Rosario are struggling. As far as the college football season being canceled, Patrick is at no loss for words on this topic and the future of sports when the pandemic does end.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 the Twins being swept by the lowly Kansas City Royals; (32:24) The Wild’s season is over and now own a 12.5% chance at the No.1 overall pick; (44:00) College football for this fall seems is one life support; (01:03:57) Random Season Recall on the 1997 Vikings.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 and Judd start the show talking about how nice it is to have sports back, even if things don't always go the way of the Minnesota teams. Chip also weighs in on Gophers wide receiver Rashod Bateman's decision to opt out of the college football season and the Twins' fast start. How do you get a read on the Twins given they are a very good team playing a lot of bad opponents?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 the Twins actually losing a baseball game; (15:50) The Wild are on the brink of elimination down 2-1 to the Vancouver Canucks; (25:01) Wrap with Reusse; (38:02) Action Movie Rewind: The Fast and the Furious!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 dropping Game 3 to the Canucks and will now have to win the next two games to advance in the Stanley Cup 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 the show with the greatness of Randy Dobank; (13:20) Should we be concerned with Mitch Garver?; (35:10) 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 open with the damn drone delay at Target Field during the Twins game on Tuesday; (02:30) Breaking a baseball game down like a football game; (28:50) Write That Down!; (58:13) Max Kellerman joins the show; (01:13:30) Wild fall to the Canucks in Game 2; (01:27:00) 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 review WrestleMania 2000, with the boys going over their favorite and least favorite matches and moments. As well as their definitive Mania rankings up to this point!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 news that Gophers wide receiver Rashod Bateman’s decision to opt out of the 2020 college football season and to focus on the NFL Draft; (16:30) Twins walk off the Pirates; (37:55) Mike Greenberg from ESPN Radio joins the show; (51:30) Old Tweets Exposed; (58:25) Wrap with Reusse and Phil’s plan for the MLB bubble. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick begins Unchained by wondering where all the parades are going to be for the Minnesota teams that win titles this fall. We also get Patrick’s thoughts on the Twins pitching, why the recent umpire work he has seen at Target Field have made him rethink his position on the electronic strike zone and why Patrick won’t be throwing out a first pitch, even though he was invited to do so. If you want the Unchained part of the show, listen until the end.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 the Twins taking three of four from the Cleveland Indians; (18:00) Someone figured out how to call our warmline; (26:00) How concerned should we be with Josh Donaldson’s calf injuries; (34:15) Former Twins’ second baseman Brian Dozier’s comments about the San Diego Padres; (45:00) Wild take Game 1 against the Canucks; (57:30) Random Season Recall on the 2001-02 Minnesota Wild.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 opens by telling us about why he was unable to watch most of the Twins game on Thursday night. Hint, Chip's kids are huge NBA fans. We also discuss the Twins' start to the season and get into whether Jose Berrios has been a disappointment two games in. Chip gives his thoughts on whether MLB is going to get through this season and reacts to Judd's idea of MLB going into a bubble for 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 the show with Shane Bieber defuses the Bomba Squad; (20:30) Action Movies Review: Out for Justice; (59:38) 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.