Autumn is on deck here in 2021, but so is the latest Episode #215 as it delivers nothing but fire, passion and intensity as I bring you up to speed on all that's happening in the world of sports. Here's what's on tap:

(5:56) We're into the homestretch of the MLB season and the Wild Card chase is front and center as two of its preseason favorites (i.e. Padres & Yankees) are on the cusp of early vacations this fall. Will they fare well over the last two weeks and make the playoffs? As for the teams that are riding high, the Cardinals are primed to play the winner of the Dodgers or Giants as they've steamrolled to the second spot of the Wild Card race. I'll have an up to the minute recap of all that's going on in the pennant races throughout the AL & NL and put to rest the 2021 NY Mets and the wonderful documentary, Once Upon A Time in Queens, the ESPN 30 For 30 Documentary on the 1986 Mets.

(37:14) NFL Week 2 had some tense moments, but overall wasn't captivating any of the fans hearts or imaginations. My winners (Ravens, Raiders) and losers (Saints, Seahawks) highlight this past week, as well as, thoughts on my beloved Steelers in losing to Las Vegas at home, the rest of the schedule this past Sunday and my knockout pick for Week 3.

(56:08) Is there concern for the Alabama defense? They displayed a few warts that we haven't seen for some time. Could there be a loss on their schedule in the near future? Is QB Bryce Young on the fast track to a Heisman Trophy? I'll review the latest rankings in this rather quiet Week 3 in college football, with a look to an even quieter Week 4.

(1:04:49) The Ryder Cup kicks off the weekend this Friday at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin. How will the Americans play against their brethren overseas? Will the Bryson Dechambeau-Brooks Koepka rivalry come to a boil during this tournament? Also, as good as he's been of late, how is Patrick Cantlay the #1 player in the world? I'll share some thoughts on this.

(1:10:00) As NHL training camp approaches, the Islanders signed a player whose career comes full circle, but may be impactful. Is Zdeno Chara the missing piece that the team needs to get themselves to the Stanley Cup? Will his leadership and experience be enough to put them over the top?

(1:15:23) The Association is kind of low key, but there are a couple of things to discuss. John Wall and the Rockets have agreed to a divorce. What teams may be in play? The announcement of new Bucks play by play TV announcer is historic. Clippers owner, Steve Ballmer, has his sights set on a new arena in Inglewood to establish some presence and identity in LA, to distance themselves from their current roommates, the Lakers (aka The Expendables).

(1:19:23) To wrap up, I'll have my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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