Nothing Personal with David Samson

Today's word of the day is 'F.Y.M.' as in F*** You Money as in Mark Cuban unleashed a flurry of tweets about NBA officials and he'll pay it (0:06). Kobe and Gianna Bryant's memorial was held at Staples Center today. Beyonce sang, Vanessa Bryant spoke, there were celebrities and fans in every seat... there's a fine line between honor and exploitation with some fans falling on the wrong side (3:40). The Houston Astros started Spring Training games and fans were not happy. Sings were stripped and people were mad (13:05). Astros owner Jim Crane sent a letter to season-ticket holders and it was hilarious. I need to decode this for you and tell you why each line was written the way it was (18:50). Review - Virgin River (25:45). Madison Bumgarner should have his contract voided!!! Yes, I said what I said (28:59). Astros pitcher Zack Greinke doesn't like Spring Training so he showed up on the last possible day allowed, ha, what a great teammate (33:12). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me why MLB teams are okay with just being average... let's chat about this (39:22). Dustin Pedroia is back on the DL, do I think he'll ever play in MLB again? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'procrastination' as in Rockies GM said he still hasn't spoken with Nolan Arenado yet (:35). NFL owners and NFLPA are about to go to battle over the CBA. Here's everything you need to know and how the negotiations will be handled (2:00). I've worked on new CBAs before so please follow along with me. So You Wanna Talk To Samson (16:10)!? Could the Astros sign-stealing scandal actually be good for baseball? New York Yankees are shutting down Luis Severino because of an elbow issue (21:53). The Phillies won their arbitration case against J.T. Realmuto and he is NOT happy about it (28:29). Josh Reddick, Astros' players say they are receiving death threats on social media because of the sign-stealing scandal (34:37). Review - Jay and Silent Bob Reboot (37:15). Mike Bolsinger is suing not only the Astros, but Jim Crane and the Codebreaker inventor for millions of dollars (!!!), but will he win this suit? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Mayweather' as in Browns OL Greg Robinson was arrested for having gotten caught with 157 pounds of marijuana or one Floyd Mayweather (0:06). We need to update the Astros sign-stealing scandal again after hearing from Rob Manfred, Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge, Mark Cuban... basically everyone is talking again (1:04). MLB sends out memo warning teams that they better not throw at batters this season on purpose... was this a response to the Astros situation (14:18)? Red Sox owner John Henry just continues to lie to the Boston fans... why (18:51)? Review - A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (24:20). Aubrey Huff SHOULD BE invited to the San Francisco Giants reunion (29:00). It's a shame he's not invited. So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? New Marlins owner Bruce Sherman had some things to say about old Marlins management - me, specifically - so let me respond to this (36:10). We end today with the Red Sox again. Are they going to be punished after MLB's investigation? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what the front office goes through as they prepare for the regular season. --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what coaches go through as they prepare for the regular season. --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what players go through as they prepare for the regular season. --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'threesome' and not just because it's Valentine's Day (0:06). Let's break down more of the fallout of the Astros' disastrous press conference (1:40). Cody Bellinger did not hold back when talking about Jim Crane and Jose Altuve (5:28). BREAKING NEWS! New York Post reports Alex Rodriguez emerged as a candidate to own the New York Mets (9:30)! Spring Training bug has started to strike quick with injures to Alex Verdugo and Mike Clevinger (16:20). This is how I would deal with these injuries when I was in the front office. Review - Last Christmas (24:25). All-Star game weekend is here and we need to discuss it (27:35). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Do players like All-Star weekend or do they want time off (32:40)? BREAKING NEWS AGAIN! MLB is raising the minimum weekly salary and I need to let you know how they got here (36:25). My picks for the NBA All-Star game. Rory McIlroy is the new World No.1 golfer, so will he complete his career grand slam this April? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Swigert' as in Jack Swigert the famous astronaut from Apollo 13 (0:06). Houston, we have a problem. Let's break down this entire press conference (1:41). I want to start with the presser itself and then work my way through everyone who spoke. Jim Crane was not ready at all for what was being asked of him. Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve had two of the worst statements I've ever heard (6:57). I have some more things to say to Jim Crane (11:07). Justin Verlander, come on... be better (16:29). AJ Hinch sitdown with MLB Network was all scripted and he still failed (18:52). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Should more players be suspended and should the title be taken away from the Astros (27:13)? Review - Knives Out (34:30). MLB rules were changes for the 2020 season and let's discuss why this happened (38:00). How many wins will the Astros have this season... Will you be surprised by my answer? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'delusional' as in Colin Kaepernick must be crazy if he thinks he's getting NFL money from the XFL (0:06). Why does there always have to be a scapegoat? A report is out that all these Astros players and team personnel want Carlos Beltran to be the fall guy... stop it (1:03). Houston's owner Jim Crane is getting so ridiculous with how he's handling the media (7:16). Red Sox named Ron Roenicke the interim manager and the explanation is crazy (15:45). Review - The Pharmacist (20:00). Myles Garrett was reinstated by the NFL after being suspended indefinitely for using his helmet as a weapon (24:04). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What is happening between Joe Maddon and Theo Epstein and how did we get here (29:04)? I need to have some words with Dodgers' pitcher Alex Wood. Let me take him to school real quick (36:40). Shohei Ohtani is back, but when will he start to pitch in a major league game? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'pepper' as in Pepper Johnson got fired as the defensive coordinator in the XFL after just one game (0:06)! MLB plan for postseason expansion gets leaked (1:00). This is everything we know from it and everything I know will happen from it. Trevor Bauer calls commissioner Rob Manfred a joke on Twitter (9:38)! Let's role play how conversations would go in the baseball circles about this tweet. NFL wants to make more and more money so it will now look into flexing Monday Night Football as part of new TV deals (17:50). Review - Jojo Rabbit (23:48). New York Mets are being UNFAIRLY criticized for not letting minor leaguers use its new spring training clubhouse... this is why they should be criticized (28:21). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if when I became an executive in sports did I lose my fandom (32:55)? Let's take a look at the Red Sox divorce with Mookie Betts and everything Bloom and Henry said about the move. Do the Sox make the 2020 postseason? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'witness' as in Darren Collison says no to the Lakers and Clippers to stay a Jehovah's Witness (0:06). Let's break down every single detail we know about the Mookie Betts trade (1:15). First up is the Dodgers part of the trade. The Red Sox didn't want this trade to happen before because of the Twins pitcher they would have received... who is now going to the Dodgers. Justin Turner shares his thoughts on the trade via Twitter and I need to laugh at this (14:10). The Dodgers-Angels trade for Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling fell through and here is why (15:53). Did a Houston Astros intern start the sign-stealing scandal (20:54)? Time for some codebreaking and dark arts talk. Oscars! Oscars! Oscars! I talk everything that happened during the Academy Awards including the big night for Parasite, how my predictions went, and best/worst moments of the night (31:06). How did the XFL do on it's opening weekend and how do I feel Week 2 will go? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'apology' as in Antonio Brown is currently on a hilarious apology tour (0:06). The Boston Red Sox have a ton of issues right now whether it be the hiccup in the Mookie Betts trade, and now the potential hiring of Ron Roenicke as manager (1:30). Andre Drummond learned the hard way that the NBA is just business... it's nothing personal (8:05). Who were the winners and losers of the NBA Trade deadline (12:41)? The Lakers and Bucks are in an interesting place where they're both in first place, but should they have made moves? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Here's what I would tell the team after the trade deadline passed (18:30). Review - One Child Nation (25:48). Oscar picks! it's time to give out my picks for the Oscars (29:28). I'll walk you through each of the big awards, we'll talk Parasite, 1917, Joker, Joaquin Phoenix, Leo, Brad Pitt, Renee Zellweger... get ready. Rob Manfred talked to the media so let's dissect (35:45). Rays splitting time between 2 cities? Mets sale falls through? When will James Paxton be back for the Yankees? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'cancer' as in Dillon Brooks used that to describe distractions in the locker room... he needs to cut that out because there's a real world out there (0:06). Let me take you inside the room on trade deadline day. This is EVERYTHING you need to know about who's inside the room, what goes on in the room, and how a trade happens (1:55). Knicks are set to hire Leon Rose to be team president and Rip Hamilton joins me very briefly to chat (23:48). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Was I ever pressured into making a trade (28:40)? Review - Trading Places (30:00). Here's my favorite trade story of all time (32:16). Mookie Betts is going to get traded, but will the Dodgers have to add more to the deal? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'partisanship' because I watched the State of the Union last night (0:06). This is everything you need to know about why the Red Sox made the Mookie Betts and David Price trade (1:24). From the Dodgers point of view, this is why they wanted in on the Mookie Betts sweepstakes (12:30). Mets deal to sell team to Steve Cohen could fall apart... how (19:46)? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me to explain the Pando Pool so here we go (26:55). Review - My Top 5 football movies of all time (33:51). Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio resigns as football coach just days after receiving a $4.3M bonus (38:17). Does MLB care about Pete Rose's new petition? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'privacy' as in we will never know who didn't vote for Derek Jeter (0:06). The Knicks have fired team president Steve Mills and now where will they go (1:05)? A lot of questions being asked seeing as the NBA trade deadline is in 2 days. What is happening with Mookie Betts (6:28)!?!?! The Astros steal another name from Tampa to be their GM (11:16). Is Kyle Shanahan being unfairly criticized for losing two Super Bowls now after having big leads (21:07)? Review - Miss Americana (27:35). Major props to Katie Sowers for how she has handled the B.S. hate she's getting after the Super Bowl (31:25). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? How involved was I with government relations strategy when I was the President of the Marlins (35:06)? Is it time for the Boston Red Sox to move on from Mookie Betts? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'palindrome' as in 02/02/2020 is the first global palindrome date in 900 years (0:06)! The Kansas City Chiefs are your Super Bowl LIV winners so what were my biggest takeaways from the game (1:28). Now that the team won, what goes into the planning of the parade, the championship rings, the players being trade... there is so much being done (12:06). What's the big business behind the Super Bowl? How badly do cities want these events (22:48)? I know you were up all night waiting for it, so here it goes, my Top 5 Super Bowl commercials (29:30). President Donald Trump had a sitdown with Sean Hannity and let's do word association with Roger Goodell (33:38). The NFL CBA talks are heating up and a 17-game season is still being discussed (35:50). Prop bet updates. Pick of the day. Will the Chiefs visit the White House even though Trump thought they played in Kansas? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Samson turns on the mic to give you a bonus mailbag episode with questions generated from 5-star reviews left on Apple Podcasts. David answers everything baseball and non-baseball related. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'postponed' as in the coronavirus has forced China to postpone all soccer matches (0:06). Tom Brady posted a cryptic picture on all of his social media accounts and the sports world can't take it (3:15). I have a great story to tell about what great lengths PETA will go to get notices, this Super Bowl ad is nothing (10:20). Packers DE Za'Darius Smith blames playoff loss to 49ers on jetlag... HA (15:52)! A fan put his hands on Kyle Lowry last night and the Raptors, NBA need to do something about this (19:54). The NBA All-Star Game is changing its format and I don't know if anyone understands what is actually happening (23:53). Review - Waves (27:40). I go on a rant about sponsorships in sports because of my water bottle (31:36). USA Gymnastics offered a $215M settlement to the victims/survivors of abuse by team Dr. Larry Nassar... the problem is the organization is bankrupt (34:15).... It's Super Bowl weekend so I make a pick and talk about who I think may show up for Super Bowl halftime show. #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'assumptions' based off a quote from my favorite actor of all time (0:06). I need to apologize to Deion Sanders (2:20). The NBA and China's relationship is in a bad place and we're starting to see just how much money the league is losing (3:50). We have trash can analysis from the Houston Astros and it's too funny (8:03). Why haven't the Boston Red Sox named a manager yet (12:42)? Chaim Bloom needs my help. Richard Sherman questioned why reporters don't ask owners the tough questions about the Rooney Rule today at Super Bowl Radio Row (16:45). MLB and MiLB are back in the news with their ongoing fight against one another... let me make things clear for you (22:12). Review - Ford V Ferrari (31:06). The New Orleans Saints are in big big trouble with these catholic church abuse coverups... we need to discuss this (34:59). ABC suspended a reporter for doing his job when it came to the Kobe Bryant story, why (38:39)? Are people interested in this year Super Bowl? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is '#BellLetsTalk' as in get on Twitter and start tweeting about it (0:06). Mental health is a huge struggle in the world so any time we can do something positive we need to. Kris Bryant lost his grievance case against the Cubs so allow me to explain everything that went on here (3:31). Deion Sanders says the Hall of Fame needs to be more selective and I kind of agree with that (12:35). Inside The NBA with Shaq, Chuck, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson held an hour-long memorial last night on TNT for Kobe Bryant and boy was it something special (17:50). We need to discuss what Shaq had to say and my hopes for him in the future. Review - Motherless Brooklyn (24:22). Reds slugger Eugenio Suarez got surgery and he said it's from getting injured in a swimming pool! No (29:49). There has to be more. Manchester United fans attacked the house of the Vice-Chairman of the club... what (34:50)!? Is Mookie Betts time with the Red Sox over or will the team refuse to trade him? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'de rien' it's french for 'thank you' (0:06). The sports world can thank me for building Marlins Park as it houses Super Bowl media day. The NBA chose to postpone the Lakers/Clippers game and I think they made the wrong decision (2:32). Is the NBA really going to give thought to changing the logo from Jerry West to Kobe Bryant (8:12)? Will the NFL choose to honor Kobe Bryant this week (16:08)? BREAKING NEWS! Houston Astros are hiring Dusty Baker and it's a MASSIVE mistake (20:04). MLB players have decided they are going to start to speak out about the sign-stealing scandal (26:36). Review - Cheer (34:15). Katie Sowers set to make Super Bowl history (37:18). Let's end today with a shout out to the Ivy League's... Yale won't let me down... or will they? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'carpe diem'... When I got word of Kobe Bryant's death the first thing I thought of was work (0:06). This is how the NBA reacted and why it reacted this way (3:21). NBA games were played and there were lengthy conversations about why "the show must go on. (5:17)" Here's how teams were able to turn the lights outside MSG to purple and gold and how pregame events were planned (6:34). Mark Cuban retiring Kobe's 24 for the Mavericks was a move all about Mark Cuban (17:08). Review - Dear Basketball (19:56). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? How will the death of Kobe Bryant impact the Lakers rest of the season (24:20). Did TMZ handle breaking this news the right way (27:27)? A Washington Post journalist got ratio'd so bad on Twitter that a suspension came from it (34:24). This needs to be discussed. Why do tragic events have to be the thing that brings the best out in us? You should tell the people you love that you love them everyday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'contagion' as in the coronavirus is spreading (0:06). Eli Manning held a press conference with the Giants to officially announce his retirement... how are the Giants helping him get to Canton (1:13)? New York Knicks have a hired a firm to rebrand the teams image (6:00). The New York Mets have officially named Luis Rojas manager and GM Brodie Van Wagenen once again had some ridiculous things to say (14:05). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Did I ever notice any superstitions in MLB (21:21)? Review - Season 3 of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (27:20). New Orleans Saints executives have been accused of trying to help the Catholic Church in a major scandal to cover up abuse (30:18). Clippers players have some problems in the locker room because of treatment to Kawhi and Paul George (36:46). With LeBron James getting the first pick of the All Star Game draft will he dare to pick anyone other than Anthony Davis? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'dedication' as in Maya Moore is dedicated to a cause bigger than the WNBA (0:06). Gritty is being investigated for assault! What will the Philadelphia Flyers do about this (0:50)? Scott Boras says Altuve, Astros players should not have to apologize for sign-stealing scandal (8:40). L.A. City Council has unanimously voted on a resolution that would award the Dodgers 2017 and 2018 World Series (14:33). Should this make it's way from MLB and Rob Manfred all the way to the U.S. Congress? Nolan Arenado sends a new statement out to Colorado Rockies fans (22:27). Review - Pain and Glory (25:19). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What are the Bengals doing with the 1st pick in the NFL draft... you're taking Joe Burrow, now be quiet (28:32). Donovan McNabb and Terrell Owens beef is back on and it's cooking... should the Eagles have to speak out (33:06)? NFL trying out new rules at the Pro Bowl (37:40). Antonio Brown has completely lost it, but will he actually be charged with a felony!? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'whistleblower' as in Pedro Martinez is upset with Mike Fiers blowing the whistle on the Astros (0:06). Mets have hired Luis Rojas to be the new manager after firing Carlos Beltran.. 2 managers, 1 offseason (3:46). Astros' owner Jim Crane said that Houston's players will speak out and apologize for the sign-stealing situation, but not just yet (11:52). So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? MLB and MLBPA cut a deal so that players who helped with investigation would be granted immunity... why? Review - Mike Wallace Is Here (27:30). I slept on it, so here are my main takeaways from the 2020 Baseball Hall of Fame class (31:09). Dan Snyder wants a new stadium for the Washington Redskins,he said he'll even pay for it, BUT there's a catch (35:18). Marcell Ozuna settled for a one-year deal, will Castellanos have to do the same? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let’s breakdown the baseball Hall of Fame class of 2020. Obviously we need to start with Derek Jeter and why he wasn’t unanimous. Larry Walker made it by gaining over 20% of votes in his final season… what? What will happen with the Steroid Era? This is the end of the line for a bunch of players who were good, but had no chance. What factors help or hurt a players chance to get someone in or keep them out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'prison' as in the drunk driver who hit Chandler Parson's should spend a long time there (0:06). It's Baseball Hall of Fame day and I need to break down everything that could happen (1:16). Will Barry Bonds or Roger Clemens finally make it? Is Larry Walker done? I'll even talk Derek Jeter. Nolan Arenado and the Colorado Rockies have made things very ugly (10:39). J.T. Realmuto wants to reset the market for catchers and he knows it's just business (20:17). Delonte West needs help, but where should it come from (26:19)? Review - Honeyland (30:39). Did you know that leagues pay companies to create storylines for the lead up to championship games (33:05)? Will Derek Jeter join Mariano Rivera in Hall of Fame history? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'legacy' as in what is the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. (0:06)? Chiefs-49ers are set to clash in the Super Bowl and the NFL has to be happy about it (1:20). Patrick Mahomes is the most exciting player in the NFL. He is who the NFL needed to be in the Super Bowl. All executives watch championship games even if their team isn't in it (12:55). Tom Brady and Patriots are ready for a divorce, but will there be one (17:43)? Review - Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez (26:33). Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman met with the media for the first time and it was a TRAIN WRECK (32:47). I have a lot to say about this mess. Dusty Baker is the Anti-Hinch. Could he actually be a MLB manager again (37:37)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'contemporaneous' as in dual threat QB Kyler Murray wants to now play baseball again (0:06). Jose Altuve was accused of wearing a buzzer for the Astros (0:55). Former players, current players, and agents of players are all speaking out now. Carlos Beltran is gone from the Mets and all it cost was $200K donation to Beltran's charity (9:30). Where do these new manager lists get leaked from? I'll tell you. Joe Burrow's dad said that his son would be excited to QB for the Bengals... thanks for that Dad (21:35). Review - 1917 AND Father of the Bride (26:16). Zion Williamson's debut forced ESPN's hand and it's all about the benjamins (30:07). San Francisco Giants should get credit for hiring Alyssa Nakken, but not as much as you think (33:45). Is this the last time LeBron James is the sports most popular player? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is '55' for Episode 55 and MJ's 55 points scored against the Bulls (0:06). Carlos Beltran stepped down as Mets manager, but then the Mets' said he didn't step down, but he did, but he didn't (1:44). Mets are a mess. Jessica Mendoza said all the wrong things about Mike Fiers and then even more wrong things after (11:44). Odell Beckham Jr. is back in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons (17:54). Review - Parasite... go see this movie (27:30). Carlos Beltran's alleged niece may have just exposed Jose Altuve and Alex Bregman as real cheaters in baseball (31:13). This story is huge. This story has layers. This story needs to be addressed by MLB. Josh Donaldson deal opens doors for Kris Bryant and Nolan Arenado (38:12). Astros, George Springer settle for what Astros didn't want. Who will manage the Mets next? # waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day was 'electrolyte' as in Tom Brady joked about Julian Edelman needing those after his arrest (0:06). The Red Sox held a press conference with all the top brass in the organization after they agreed to "mutually" part ways with Alex Cora (1:22). Carlos Beltran is now in the crosshairs of MLB Twitter because of something Alex Cora said last season (12:00). Josh Donaldson signed with the Minnesota Twins even though he said he would never with the Minnesota Twins (19:15). Luke Kuechly retired in his prime and that should be a major red flag for the NFL (21:20). Review - Bombshell (27:07). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What goes into renaming and relocating a franchise (32:42)? Who will be the next manager of the Boston Red Sox? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Cora and the Red Sox have mutually parted ways, as the fallout from the Astros sign-stealing scandal continues. What does it actually mean for Boston? Has the punishment gone too far? Is there someone that's next in the crosshairs that we're forgetting? I had to hop on the phone tonight and call into the studio to peel back the layers of this never-ending story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'annihilation' as in Antonio Brown's career is all but over now (0:06). Astros owner Jim Crane did what he needed to do and fired Jeff Luhnow and AJ Hinch - but what Luhnow had to say was embarrassing (1:02). Let me take you inside the Red Sox front office and chat about what happens here (10:25). Aaron Judge and Logan Morrison had the completely opposite approach into how to deal with this news (14:42). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Should players have been punished (20:53)? Review - Time to talk Oscars (28:38). Kevin Stefanski is a p-u-p-p-e-t. What will the Red Sox do with Alex Cora (36:49)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Houston Astros owner Jim Crane met with the media today after punishment was handed down for sign-stealing. At first GM Jeff Luhnow and Manager AJ Hinch were just suspended by MLB... Crane fired them! Listen in as I guide you through each detail of the press conference and firing. Here's how we got to this point and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'grandiloquent' so let me explain what that means (0:06). Wow! Wow! Wow! MLB handed down a historic punishment on the Houston Astros about 2 minutes before I recorded this. Let's go step by step and talk about everything Rob Manfred had to say. This whole podcast is dedicated to Jeff Lunhow, AJ Hinch, and Jim Crane. There will be more and more details released on what's happening so be sure to follow me on Twitter @ DavidPSamson. Will this impact the Astros in 2020 or do I think they're still contenders? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'murder' because that's what everyone at Boeing should be charged with (0:06). Today is the day in MLB where players and teams can avoid arbitration. I need to explain what happens because it can be very confusing (1:20). Let's dissect what Giants owner John Mara had to say about why he didn't offer a deal to Matt Rhlue (16:49). The Giants instead hired Joe Judge to be it's coach and he "won" his press conference. So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph got played into signing gloves for a media member who sold the gloves for profit -- here are the dangers of that business (23:29). Review - Don't F**k With Cats (29:08). Mississippi State changed the search firm game forever, in the worst way (33:23). It's time for my NFL playoff picks - this could be bad news. #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'bells' because that's all Jerry Jones heard during his sleepover with Mike McCarthy (0:06). Aaron Rodgers had some fun comments on the hiring of Mike McCarthy by Dallas (1:19). John Beilein is in some hot water with the Cavaliers so let me explain how I'd react (6:03). Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper said some ridiculous things when asked about Cam Newton... let's decode them (14:10). Doug Pederson's comments on the hit that took out Carson Wentz sent the league office into a frenzy (17:00). Review - The Lighthouse (21:25). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? I was asked if I think there would be a strike in MLB (23:43). A crazy brawl in a Venezuelan baseball game brought back memories of doing business there (32:45). I respond to people who say I can't talk about the Rooney Rule. Will the Browns hire a minority coach? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'seventeen' and Emmanuel Sanders knows why (0:06). Tom Brady took to Instagram to talk about his future (1:51). Anthony Davis obviously rejected the Lakers max-offer, but how did that info leak (5:55)? Kevin Love apologized for acting like a little kid (12:05). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if I ever made a deal I knew would impact other teams or players... HA (15:30)! MLB is looking into technology to combat sign stealing... sure (23:39). Review - The Two Popes (27:51). North Carolina head coach Roy Williams had some choice words for his team (31:46). Alex Ovechkin needs to be better because the NHL needs him to be (35:12). Miami Heat are changing the game with this Dwyane Wade jersey retirement (38:55). The Lakers go as far as LeBron and Anthony Davis take them so will his ass injury hold him out long? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Schitt' because Schitt's Creek is BACK (0:06)! David Tepper broke out his check book and will pay BIG money for Matt Rhule... why (1:28)? The New York Giants made a panic move and hired Joe Judge (5:08). The NFL doesn't respect the Rooney Rule (10:54). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Let's break down the Astros and Red Sox scandal(16:01). Review - Joker (26:48). XFL announces rules for upcoming season and I LOVE THEM (30:38)! Dodgers owner Stan Kasten went to war with the LA Times and that's always a bad mistake (39:09). Jeopardy's Greatest of All Time tournament kicks off tonight and there's only one right answer as to who win...... #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'ecstatic' because I'm finally back (0:06)! Sunday the Dallas Cowboys fired head coach Jason Garrett after one of the most bizarre weeks in football (0:58). Monday the Dallas Cowboys hired Mike McCarthy as head coach after one of the most bizarre weeks in football. Is the Patriots dynasty now over or can Robert Kraft save the day (10:53)? Today is not Monday... it's Tuaday, as in Tua Tagovailoa made a decision on his future (15:13). Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says the team was DEFINITELY not tanking this season (20:00). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if I could do anything in college or law school differently, knowing what the outcome of each was, what would i do (25:13)? Review - Golden Globes 2020 (33:08). Kevin Love is a big baby (38:30)! Tua will likely be drafted in this year's NFL draft, but will he go TOP 5!? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What were the biggest stories of the decade? Let’s discuss. Being the movie buff that I am I’ll give you my list of best movies of the decade. I can’t believe I’m doing this, but it’s time to start releasing my top 100 movies of ALL TIME. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The most tweeted about teams and athletes of 2019 will really surprise you (0:06). I'd like to take some time to chat about community service (8:58). It was a big part of our Marlins team. Here are all the details about my famous 2012 trade between the Marlins and Blue Jays (17:45). I previously discussed how to get a job in sports, so now let me tell you how to keep one (36:47). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'grievance' and the Yankees have 26 million reasons why (0:06) James Wiseman left Memphis and exposed how big of a problem the NCAA has when it comes to college basketball (1:00). Baker Mayfield can't stop saying the wrong things (7:07). The 2020 NBA Hall of Fame candidates were announced and this is a big, big topic when comparing to MLB (10:34). Washington Wizards are using Rui Hachimura to break into Japan and it's genius (15:52). Review - 6 Underground (21:45). Cleveland Indians are shopping Francisco Lindor and anyone who complains about that doesn't know baseball (25:17). CC Sabathia is joining the media and the only way he'll be good is if he isn't afraid to criticize current players (29:03). Shohei Ohtani has apparently finished his throwing rehab program, but let me explain what it really means (31:10). I've had enough of Antonio Brown (34:20). So You Wanna Talk To Samson? What's the most disappointing team I've ever been a part of (37:55)? So do the Indians do the smart thing and trade Lindor? # waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Word of the Day - Schadenfreude. Executives and fans share this feeling for rivals. And it's ok! (1:00) Jaguars fire Tom Coughlin. The Owner says he was going to be fired after the season. Why do it now? What really happened? (2:07) You won't believe Gerrit Cole's unique opt out structure in his contract and why he texted Giancarlo Stanton after Cole signed with the New York Yankees (8:09) Why did Nike make Major League Baseball an offer they couldn't refuse? (16:00) So you wanna talk to Samson? David answers a question from a listener about Carmelo Anthony buying his number 7 for only $3,000 (21:09) Why did the Golden State Warriors leave out Kevin Durant on a tribute video on Twitter? David's been there before and explains the pettiness from the Warriors (29:21) Why is the NAVY preventing Boston Red Sox prospect Noah Song from fulling his dream playing Major League Baseball? (32:25) David Samson reviews Survivor Season 39 (35:53) David is on fire with his picks of the day. Find out who he likes in the Lakers Bucks match-up in the NBA (41:09) #WaitToSee American Airlines Arena needs a new name and David has some suggestions (43:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'dart' because Fallon Sherrock made some history in the sport (0:06). Gerrit Cole is now a Yankee and his press conference was hilarious (1:22). Let's talk about why. Doc Rivers was very honest when asked about LeBron James comments on load management (9:57). Do All-Star Game's even matter in sports (15:01)? Martha Ford announced that Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn would be back with the team in 2020 (21:29). David Tepper wants to join the MLS ranks to so I discuss expansion in sports and why people crave it (25:14). So You Wanna Talk To Samson (30:00)!? Someone asked me what I miss most about being a team President. Review - Love The Coopers (39:05). A Man is suing Russell Westbrook and the Utah Jazz for $68M, so how much do I think he'll get (42:33)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'hippophile' and it's all about Madison Bumgarner (:06). The NFL should be absolutely furious with what transpired between the Jaguars and the NFLPA (3:21). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Josh Gordon was suspended again so let's talk about the chances he got (11:07). A team actually claimed Janoris Jenkins (14:10). I can't believe it. Zack Wheeler is mad at the Mets, but I'm team BVW here (18:24). Nationals are looking to replace Anthony Rendon with Josh Donaldson (24:40). Review - Rocketman (28:15). I also talk my top 5 Elton John songs of all time. Urban Meyer is a master of negotiation and his first move was attending the Redskins game (32:33). Let's revisit NBA v. China and talk about money (37:40). Drew Brees set the passing TD record in Monday night's game against the Colts, but will he be able to hold off Tom Brady (41:43)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'opportunistic' and it's about Marcus Peters and some beers (0:06). The Patriots are caught up in some more spying accusations and now there's video of the alleged incident and it is BAD NEWS for New England (1:13). The Cleveland Browns are an absolute disaster thanks to Freddie Kitchens (11:08). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What does the Bumgarner signing mean for the D-Backs and Giants (14:53)? The Rangers traded for Corey Kluber (20:20). Oakland Raiders were booed off the field! In the team's final home game (27:56)! Bernie Sanders and I need to have a talk (31:23). Review - Catastrophe (36:08). Will Dion Waiters ever play another game for the Heat? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'suspension' as in Dion Waiters' latest suspension should be the end of his time with the Heat (0:06). Lamar Jackson is the best QB in football and the Ravens absolutely should rest him (0:52). Janoris Jenkins has a lesson to learn... but he won't (5:26). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What's it like to negotiate a contract with Scott Boras? I'll tell ya (12:05). If you want a job in sports this is how you can get one. Review - The Peanut Butter Falcon (30:00). Cubs fans have to be sick over comments made by the team's GM (32:48). The Knicks will never learn from the mistakes of the past 20 years of garbage (38:20). LeBron and AD will win tonight in Miami, but will The King outscore The Brow? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'hypermnesia' and it relates to all sports owners (0:06). Anthony Rendon joins Mike Trout in Anaheim, but if they don't add pitching, that's a pretty expensive playoff-less team (1:00). Now that the Dodgers have struck out on the biggest fish, who can they get now (8:44)? Biggest winners and losers of the baseball Winter Meetings (12:02). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me about this Tom Brady to Miami rumor and we should all laugh together (17:03). NFL announced it'll do a "top down review" of the officiating and... yea, sure (20:37). Clinton Portis and some other ex-NFL players were charged with healthcare fraud (23:34). Review - Hustlers (and a bonus story about Jennifer Lopez) (29:11). MLB announced major changes to drug testing * lights joint * (33:11). Rays owner Stu Sternberg followed up some ridiculous plans with even more ridiculous plans (38:33). The Los Angeles Angels are not done signing big names... or are they? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is self 'aggrandizement', yes, that is a word (0:06). Gerrit Cole is rich rich rich and the Yankees were very happy to make that happen (1:12). Boston Red Sox are now ready to rid their team of big contracts and David Price is on the chopping block (8:45). San Diego Padres are now buyers and sellers or it sellers and buyers (12:23)? MLB says baseballs aren't juiced (14:53)! Ha! AJ Hinch wouldn't talk about the Astros cheating scandal (19:54). Dave Roberts had some interesting things to say about the Dodgers offseason plans (25:31). Tampa Bay Rays owner Stu Sternberg commented on the Montreal move and wooboy (30:05). Review of the Day - Late Night (34:45). Megan Rapinoe won the SI Sportsperson of the Year, but I was not a fan of her acceptance speech (37:01). Joe Burrow will win the Heisman, but will he shatter the voting record? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices