As we turn the calendar to May, the sports world will kick up a few notches and so will the latest episode as I have plenty to review and preview with all that's happening. On deck:

(3:25) I'll start off with a little synopsis of what lies ahead in the month of May when it comes to the sports calendar (i.e. PGA Championship, Kentucky Derby & Indianapolis 500)

(5:23) We can finally zero in on a Stanley Cup Playoff run as I'll preview the top storylines heading into the opening round (i.e. Tampa's chances to three-peat? Will Colorado & Florida's regular season success translate in the postseason? The end of the Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang era in Pittsburgh? Also, the Toronto Maple Leafs quest for a deep playoff run), as well as, going through each of the first round series and predict who'll move onto the Conference Semifinals.

(34:41) The first round of the NBA playoffs went out like a lamb, instead of a lion. I'll get into the Timberwolves record implosions in the fourth quarter (and most of the series for that matter), Chris Paul's perfect night in New Orleans and the Jazz going out with a whimper vs. Dallas. I'll look back as the second round begun yesterday with a stifling Bucks performance in Boston and the Warriors hanging on to steal Game 1 in Memphis. Plus, a preview of Sixers-Heat and Mavericks-Suns, with discussion around James Harden as he's going to have to carry a huge load in the first few games with MVP candidate Joel Embiid out for possibly three games.

(49:31) MLB has suspended former Dodger pitcher Trevor Bauer two years for his actions in regards to sordid details coming from an affair he had with a woman in Los Angeles. Was the punishment over the line? Does he ever pitch again? The Yankees have ripped off nine wins in a row. The Mets continue to win series (including a combined no-hitter vs. the Phillies) Does that carry the same weight as your standard no-hitter?

(56:55) I've never been one to get into the winners and losers of a particular NFL draft, but I'll go through who did well (Jets, Eagles) and who didn't (Patriots, Cowboys) for starters. I'll share my thoughts on the Steelers drafting a QB right in their own backyard at Pitt (i.e. Kenny Pickett) and how come they didn't draft an offensive lineman? Also, why the draft NEEDS to be back at Radio City Music Hall in New York City?

(1:06:45) To close out, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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