Speaking of Sports

Thank you, Ray Didinger!

Episode Summary

Philadelphia legend Ray Didinger retires this week after an incredible 53-year career. Ray’s insights and analysis will be greatly missed, and we would be remiss to not include a few stories about Ray! A horrific event shook the nation earlier this week when 19 children and 2 adults were killed at a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas on Tuesday. Many people have spoken up on the need for enhanced gun control, including Warriors coach Steve Kerr. We explain what Kerr said and further describe the issue and need for serious gun control reform. Prayers go out to all families involved. The Mets were 180-0 all time but just took their first loss ever when this specific event occurs, any guesses? Hint: It happened during one of the most entertaining baseball games so far this year! Andy Reid thinks that Philadelphia needs to “hang with” Jalen Hurts – do you believe Hurts will become an elite QB? NBA Playoffs continue on with Golden State heading to another NBA Finals, but will the Warriors be facing the Celtics or the Heat? Hear our opinion! Yankees star Aaron Judge is having an amazing season during a crucial contract year, but does he match up with someone like Mike Trout? http://speakingofsportspod.com/ https://twitter.com/Speak_of_Sports https://www.facebook.com/SpeakingofSportsPod

Episode Notes

  1. Philadelphia legend Ray Didinger retires this week after an incredible 53-year career. Ray’s insights and analysis will be greatly missed, and we would be remiss to not include a few stories about Ray!
  2. A horrific event shook the nation earlier this week when 19 children and 2 adults were killed at a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas on Tuesday. Many people have spoken up on the need for enhanced gun control, including Warriors coach Steve Kerr. We explain what Kerr said and further describe the issue and need for serious gun control reform. Prayers go out to all families involved.  
  3. The Mets were 180-0 all time but just took their first loss ever when this specific event occurs, any guesses? Hint: It happened during one of the most entertaining baseball games so far this year!
  4. Andy Reid thinks that Philadelphia needs to “hang with” Jalen Hurts – do you believe Hurts will become an elite QB?
  5. NBA Playoffs continue on with Golden State heading to another NBA Finals, but will the Warriors be facing the Celtics or the Heat? Hear our opinion!
  6. Yankees star Aaron Judge is having an amazing season during a crucial contract year, but does he match up with someone like Mike Trout?